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  • Michael Ghaly avatar

    Spiritual Growth Series

    Contributed by Michael Ghaly on Aug 26, 2015
     | 12,664 views

    Requirements of spiritual growth and fruitfulness

    Spiritual growth, requirements of fruit-bearing(Luke 13:6-9): 1- Death of the old life John 12:24 2- Good soil Matt 13:23, 3-Opression Exodus 1:12, psalm 105:24 And as they afflicted them, so they multiplied and so they grew That is, in proportion to their afflictions was their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Job's Negative Image Of Life - Job Chapter Thirty Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 30, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 9,442 views

    This is a study into Job chapter thrity.

    Job 30 could be outlined - Job’s loss of honor. (Job 30:1-14) Job’s negative image of life. (Job 30:15-31) Job continues speaking. The outward calamities of Job have affected his mental state. 1 "But now they mock at me, men younger than I, Whose fathers I disdained to put with the dogs of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Satan Delcares War On God Series

    Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Mar 17, 2003
    based on 90 ratings
     | 6,901 views

    The first in a series on spiritual warfare titled "THIS MEANS WAR!" Explore and reveal the five ways in which Lucifer wants to overthrow God, by trying to take His place, position, power, purity and prestige.

    GOD’S PLACE - SATAN WANTED A PLACE THAT BELONGED TO GOD “I will ascend into the heavens…” Satan expresses his desire to occupy and settle heaven and establish a superiority over God. “Who is like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who is like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful in praises, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Brethren Should Fight Together

    Contributed by David Carter on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,308 views

    Christians should work and fight together

    BRETHREN SHOULD FIGHT TOGETHER Numbers 32: 6-9 SHALL YOUR BRETHREN GO TO WAR, AND SHALL YE SIT HERE? --- It takes all of us not just part: Not just leaders but all the brethren! -- Leaders are expected to be faithful and we lose confidence in them if they are not. --- NO PASTOR, DEACON, TEACHER ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dixon Olu. David avatar

    Till Death Do Us Part - Save Your Marriage Series

    Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Mar 30, 2009
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     | 8,457 views

    Marriage is two becoming one. That in itself is the problem! Four out of every ten marriages are said to end up in divorce. When river Niger and river Benue joined, they became one; one loosing its name and the two going on with the name of one

    SERMON ON MARRIAGE DELIVERED AT FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH, JEBE, ILOYE SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE TOPIC: TILL DEATH DO US PART – SAVE YOUR MARRIAGE TEXT; MALACHI 3:14-16; MATTHEW5:31-32 VENUE: FOURSQUARE GOSPEL CHURCH, JEBE DATE: 29TH MARCH 2009 Introduction The Lord Jesus established the truth ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Self-Esteem Or God-Esteem? Lesson 3 - Four Ways To Improve Your Self-Image Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 10, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,026 views

    A. Knowing Yourself B. Diagnosing The Real Problem C. Tracing Your Family Tree D. Understanding Your Roots

    III. FOUR WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF-IMAGE. A. Knowing Yourself. Many Christians seek pity, understanding, and compassion from the pastor and their fellow church members, but they are not looking for answers. QUESTION: When can we say to our world that Jesus is the answer to their deepest ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jerusalem- Rebuilding The Walls Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 19, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,455 views

    This is the 14th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Jerusalem".

    Series: Biblical Cities- Jerusalem [#14] JERUSALEM- REBUILDING THE WALLS Matthew 23:37 Introduction: We are continuing in our Series about some of the most mentioned Cities in the Bible. Tonight, we are going to study the city that is 1st on the list- Jerusalem. Jerusalem is mentioned 811 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Colony Of Heaven

    Contributed by John White on Aug 17, 2018
     | 9,336 views

    In this passage Paul describes some changes that should mark the life of a believer. He sets the bar of Christian living very high for himself and for all those who profess to follow him as he follows the Lord Jesus Christ.

    A Colony Of Heaven Philippians 3:13-21 “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but [this] one thing [I do], forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Journey Of Joy

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 17, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,780 views

    The secret of finding joy in life is looking in the right place and looking in the right person, God.

    The Journey of Joy Selected Passages September 3, 2001 Introduction I. The Road to Happiness A. Construction on the highway: We have all seen more than our share of highway construction. Lots of heavy equipment rearranging the terrain, moving earth and removing old pavement. It causes long delays ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Bringing Your Life Into Focus

    Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,266 views

    As we examine the calling of the prophet Isaiah, we can pick up on a transition that begins to occur to a life that is out of focus. As the presence and power of God becomes real to us as individuals, our life begins to come into focus.

    Bringing Your Life Into Focus By Readjusting Your View of God Text: Isaiah 6:1-7 Introduction: "Your view of God is the most important view you have, and to the extent your view of God is distorted…to that extent your life will be out of focus." Is your view of God in focus or is it blurry or even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "A Committed Christian Has An Attitude Of Faith” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,460 views

    What does faith look like and why is it important?

    It’s been said that, “God loves us as we are, but He loves us too much to leave us that way.” In so doing, God will call us to take new steps of faith in our walk with Christ. “Therefore as you have received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk in Him.” - Colossians 2:6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Your Jericho?

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 22, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,482 views

    Inspired by Mark Batterson’s The Circle Maker. If you don’t “IDENTIFY YOUR JERICHO” you will not know what to pray for our about! You need to... Define Your Goal...Claim Your Promise...Spell Your Miracle!

    WHAT IS YOUR JERICHO? Hebrews 11:6 “By FAITH the walls of Jericho fell down after they were encircled for seven days.” INTRODUCTION: The passage I read from Hebrews 11 speaks of one of the greatest success’ in the History of Israel. We all like “SUCCESS!” I know I do & I’m sure that you do as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mark Jobe avatar

    Work It Out: Turning Tough Times Into Personal Growth

    Contributed by Mark Jobe on Sep 15, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,218 views

    1) Start choosing an attitude of joy 2) Persevere so you can grow 3) Ask God for wisdom and he will give it 4) Don’t rely on your resources to get through 5) Remember there is reward and blessing in the end.

    Which James? Author: There are several men named James mentioned in the New Testament (5), but reliable tradition assigns this book to the one called James the Just - the half-brother of Jesus. Jesus had brothers (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3), and brother of Jude (Jude 1:1), who led the church in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Should The People Of God Build?

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023
     | 1,697 views

    There are times in the Christian life when the enemy will assault us. How should we respond? How can we build our lives, our families, when we are under attack? We can learn from Nehemiah.

    In Arnold Dallimore’s short biography of Spurgeon, he has one chapter entitled, “Daily Life in the Great Church,” which includes the following: “The Metropolitan Tabernacle was not, as some have assumed, merely a highly populated preaching center. . . Apart from the sick and infirm, there were very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Perspective In Christ Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 3, 2019
     | 6,052 views

    Perspective in Christ - Philippians 1 verses 1-11 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). I have you in my mind (vs 3-6): (2). I have you in my heart (vs 7-8): (3). I have you in my prayers (vs 9-11): (3a). Grow in love (vs 9). (3b). Grow in knowledge (vs 9). (3c). Grow in holiness (vs 10). (3d). Grow in fruitfulness (vs 11). SERMON BODY: Ill: • A few years ago ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren