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    Collision Course

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
     | 6,386 views

    You are headed for a wreck

    Collision Course Intro: You heard about the guy that applied for the job at a train terminal. He was asked several questions. The last was, what would you do if a train from the east was traveling at 75 mph and a train from the west was traveling 85 mph and they were going to collide. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Don't Be Terrified

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 6, 2022
     | 2,608 views

    Jesus said the gates of hell will not destroy His Church. He was not talking about a building. People are the Church. Let’s look at deception and endurance in Luke 21:5-19.

    Jesus said the gates of hell will not destroy His Church (Matthew 16:18). He was not talking about a building. People are the Church. Let’s look at deception and endurance in Luke 21:5-19. Not One Stone Luke 21:5-6 Then, as some spoke of the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Desperation That Breaks Through Resistance

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
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    Desperation is often seen as a last resort, but in the life of a believer, it can be the catalyst for divine breakthrough. When we reach a point where all human efforts fail, desperation drives us to seek God with intensity and faith.

    DESPERATION THAT BREAKS THROUGH RESISTANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 32:24-30 Supporting Texts: Mark 10:46-52, Luke 18:1-7, Matthew 15:21-28, Psalm 34:6 INTRODUCTION: Desperation is often seen as a last resort, but in the life of a believer, it can be the catalyst for divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Doing The Stuff

    Contributed by Fredrik Rich on May 6, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 9,934 views

    This message looks at the raising to life of Tabitha (Dorcas) as a more affective means of evangelism to her community than her good works, good and necessary as they were in preparing the way.

    Reading 1: Acts 9:32-43 Reading 2: Colossians 3:22-4:1 Sermon Miracles don’t really happen anymore, do they? Our passage this morning would certainly suggest that miracles were once common in the church. In fact, the Bible is full of miracles. You might even have your own favourite ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Peas In A Pod?

    Contributed by James Groce on Jul 17, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,620 views

    “Elijah was a man with a nature like ours...”

    A. INDENTIFYING WITH BIBLE CHARACTERS 1. What Bible character do you think you identify with more than any other? 2. I hesitate to name any names, because all of the people I would want to resemble were so great in God’s kingdom—like David the “man after God’s own heart”, John the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Family Tree

    Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 30, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 16,215 views

    A look at the four women appearing in the genealogy of Jesus and why they are there.

    The Christmas (Family) Tree of Jesus Preaching Passage: Matthew 1:1-17 Sermonic Process: Analytical I. Charlie Brown didn’t have much of an eye for trees. But then are there really any perfect Christmas trees out there. Strange how a tree that looks so good in the lot can suddenly develop a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church, Taking Care Of Business Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 23, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,918 views

    I preach expository messages, and this is the twelfth in my series on the Book of Acts.

    “The Church, Taking Care of Business” Acts 6:1-7 July 29, 2007 Baptist stranded on a desert island is rescued after years by a helicopter pilot who notices three huts on the island. "What’s the first", he asked. "That’s my house", came the reply. "And the second?" "I’m Baptist, and that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Never Give Up! Ever!

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 20, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,663 views

    If you care deeply about somethng, keep praying and trusting.

    Title: Never give up! Ever! Text: Luke 18:1-8 Thesis: If you care deeply about something, keep praying and trusting. Introduction Larry Crabb, writing in the November/December issue of Pray! Magazine told this story. When he was ten years old, he first heard Matthew 21:22, where Jesus said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blessing That Was Found In A Pot Of Oil

    Contributed by Charles Mccall on May 10, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 34,201 views

    Sometimes our blessings are found in the most unusaul places.

    2nd Kings 4:1-7 Topic: The blessiing that was found in a pot of oil In 2nd Kings 4:1-7, we read about a poor widow mother who was once married to a prophet, who was one of the sons, or one of the associates, or one of the servants of Elisha the prophet, who was known to be a mighty prophet ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Twelve Tribes Of Israel Part 2 Northern, Dan, Naphtali And Ash Series

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on Nov 6, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,694 views

    Detailed individial look at each of the twelve tribes of Israel. With focus on the unique name and mission as a tribe fullfilling God’s plan.

    The Twelve Tribes of Israel (Part 2) Northern, Dan, Naphtali and Asher “And Jacob called unto his sons, and said, Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the last days.” (Genesis 49:1) Intro: Last Sunday we started a sermon series titled “The Twelve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jubilee Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Oct 3, 2018
     | 14,879 views

    Jubilee provides a glimpse of God's plan for his people to thrive, and insight into his priorities. In the spirit of Jubilee, we have a heart for the poor, work for social justice (opportunity and responsibility), and live joyfully as the church in the kingdom of God

    JUBILEE—Leviticus 25 (Project a picture of the Liberty Bell, with the inscription, “Lev. XXV V.X Proclaim liberty throughout the land to all the inhabitants thereof.”) The Liberty Bell is often connected with freedom from British rule, as the bell was rung for the first reading of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Raise Up Seed For Your Brother

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,838 views

    To show that every believer was raised up together with the Seed, the LORD JESUS and will never experience death anymore in this life and in the life to come. Galatians 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Now the promises (covenants, agreements) were decreed and mad

    I. EXORDIUM: Will you live a long life? Yes. I'm raised with JESUS. Proverbs 3:16 (Amplified Bible) Length of days is in her right hand, and in her left hand are riches and honor. Romans 8:11 (Amplified Bible) And if the Spirit of Him Who raised up Jesus from the dead dwells in you, [then] He ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prayer Keys - Persistence Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Oct 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,999 views

    Please forgive me for stating the obvious, but persistent prayer is hard work. It drains us. It is hard, but it is eventually worth the effort.

    Prayer Keys - Persistence “Then Jesus told his disciples a parable to show them that they should always pray and not give up.” Luke 18:1 Have you seen that cartoon with the pelican having a frog for dinner? His dinner is not agreeing with him. In fact, his dinner is violently ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Random Acts Of Kindness

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 13,155 views

    Uses Biblical story of the Sheep and the Goats to talk about the way to live out kindness and love in life. Presents three stories of "random acts of kindness" done by people.

    Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let me tell you a true story about kindness between two very different people who lived far away from one another: Beverly Powell (no relation), a cleaning lady from New Mexico, read a story in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Outward Appearances Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 30, 2010
     | 8,067 views

    Outward appearances were the focus of the religious leaders, but Jesus taught a different teaching...

    Luke 21:1-4 Outward Appearances October 27, 2010  Set the stage: To fully understand what is being taught in v.1-4 of chapter 21 we must remember what we learned in Chapter 20. So let’s do a bit of a review of sorts to reacclimate ourselves with what Jesus is teaching in Chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist