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  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Jesus Christ. You Can Kill Him. But You Can't Even Hope To Contain Him.

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 25, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 12,006 views

    how Peter confronted the Jews on killing the author of life, and how we are to use witnessing opportunies to do the same

    April 27, 2003 Acts 3:12-20 12 When Peter saw this, he said to them: “Men of Israel, why does this surprise you? Why do you stare at us as if by our own power or godliness we had made this man walk? 13 The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the God of our fathers, has glorified his servant ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Antonio Torrence avatar

    This Is My Inauguration

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Jan 28, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,336 views

    This sermon is about using our God given power and authority to effectively affect our culture, community, and country.

    Title: This is My Inauguration Text: Luke 4:18 By Rev. Antonio L. Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church In the movie “Gladiator”, the heroic character called Maximus, makes a profound statement that is this, “What we do in life, echoes in eternity.” The same can be said of power and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Christ As The Perfect Role Model For Youth

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 144 ratings
     | 86,049 views

    Learning how to fix our eyes on Jesus as the author and perfecter of our faith. (Heb. 12:1,2)

    Christ as the Ideal Model for Youth (Heb. 12:1-3) Young people are bombarded with a continuous stream of morally degrading images in our television age. Only 12% of young people are attending church on a regular basis. There is a crisis going on in our youth’s spiritual development in America and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charles Forshee avatar

    Taking Aim For A Better Life Series

    Contributed by Charles Forshee on Sep 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,240 views

    This is a the first in a 6 part series on taking AIM for a Better Life using AIM as an acrostic for Authority, Initiative and Maintenance

    Taking AIM for a Better Life Part 1 We’ve been talking about NEW BEGINNINGS that END WELL for the past few weeks.... And truly, we know that God is a God of "New Beginnings" He believes in "Starting Over" He believes in Second, Third, Fourth and many more chances..... But we also must know ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Joseph McCulley avatar

    Introduction To 1 Peter Series

    Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,023 views

    This sermon introduces a series of sermons in 1 Peter, by talking about the author, date, recipients, etc. of 1 Peter.

    1 Peter Introduction Title: This letter has always been identified with the Apostle Peter (1:1) and is considered the first inspired letter he wrote. 1 Peter 5:12 indicates that Peter used Silvanus (Silas) as a secretary/amanuensis. Peter dictated and Silas wrote. Author: 1:1, claims to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Tom McCrossan avatar

    By Scripture Alone Series

    Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Oct 29, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,887 views

    One of the basic questions of the Reformation was where does our authority come from? Answer: From Scripture alone.

    By Scripture Alone John 5:30-47 Four key questions of Protestantism: How is a person saved? Where does religious authority lie? What is the church? What is the essence of Christian living? Luther’s new answers: Salvation by faith alone, not by works. Religious authority is not in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Who's Your Boss Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 28, 2010
     | 6,240 views

    As servants of Almighty God, we have the authority and awesome privilege of sharing God's message of love with all people.

    WHO'S YOUR BOSS? GALATIANS 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION The boss is an interesting individual. Some people like their boss and some do not. Some work harder when the boss is around than when he or she is absent. Many bosses are very difficult to work for while others are very laid back. The boss might be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Identity In Christ Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 22, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,410 views

    In Christ, I am free from the authority of Satan, the property of Jesus Christ, and totally forgiven for my sins.

    “My Identity in Christ” Colossians 1:9-14 1. Illus. of elementary school • Classmates assign a “value” to the other kids. This one is the “smart” one, that one is the “plain” one. • Truth is, so often who that child is, is the exact opposite of the lable given to him or her! 2. Who are you? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Rewards That Keep On Giving! Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 7, 2018
     | 6,370 views

    Some of our rewards are represented by crowns. Whether victors’ garlands or signs of authority — or both— they merit further examination.

    Rewards That Keep on Giving! (see note at bottom of page first to suggest that diadems are a sub-category of the broader word garland, which includes but is not limited to a victor's wreath but can be used of royal privilege as well). 1. “More than 40,000 people have claimed 078-05-1120 as their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mari Larson avatar

    Handing Over The Keys

    Contributed by Mari Larson on Sep 7, 2014
     | 5,336 views

    The authority to forgive (The Office of the Keys) has been given to us, but we don't use it.

    Church life on the prairies of the Midwest is often quite different from church life here (in Arizona). Small congregations of Norwegian, Swedish, Danish, Finnish, and German origins are slowly dying out, and since we no longer preach in the languages of our mother-lands (Thank God!), and because ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Possessions And Stealing

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 27, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,692 views

    The eighth commandment gives us a simple rule to keep us tuned in to God's authority over our possessions.

    (From: shopliftingprevention.org) • More than $13 billion worth of goods are stolen from retailers each year. That's more than $35 million per day. • There are approximately 27 million shoplifters (or 1 in 11 people) in our nation today. More than 10 million people have been caught ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    Live By God’s Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 30, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,706 views

    We cannot live life in the best way possible if we ignore the wisdom offered by the author of all life.

    An angel appeared at a faculty meeting and told the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord would reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selected infinite wisdom. “Done!” says the angel, and disappears in a cloud ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    On Being An Overcomer Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jan 21, 2021
     | 4,012 views

    Jesus was tempted in every way. His battle in the wilderness underscores his authority and victory over temptation and sin

    Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.GraceCommunity.com Pastor Bradford Reaves Watch this message online: https://youtu.be/Km22OhiY8ng Introduction A few guys were on a men’s retreat together and one night they decided to share with each other their struggles and temptations. The first said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When Kings Become Your Helpers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2025
     | 491 views

    This sermon teaches the importance of divine help from people in positions of authority and how to position oneself to receive it.

    WHEN KINGS BECOME YOUR HELPERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:10 "And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee." Supporting Texts: Esther 6:1-10, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Power Over The Kingdom Of Darkness

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,519 views

    God has given every believer in Jesus Christ power and authority over the powers of darkness and Satanic Kingdom.

    Power Over The Kingdom of Darkness Study Text: Luke 10:17-20 Introduction: - As believers of Jesus Christ, we have been given the power and authority over serpents and scorpions and all the powers of the kingdom of darkness. - We need to understand who we are, and what we have, to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal