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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Christ Alone Should Be Sufficient

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 29, 2021
     | 2,886 views

    Churches also can look good on the outside, but when you “taste” what they're doing, you find it's only a facade. That was the case with the church in Laodicea.

    How many Coca-Cola drinkers do we have here today? How many Pepsi drinkers? How many of you like Dr Pepper? How many of you like Mr Pibb? Have you ever been in a restaurant and ordered a Dr Pepper and they say they don't sell Dr Pepper but they have Mr Pibb and try to pass it off as the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Repentance?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 3, 2024
     | 2,639 views

    We are only given a brief interval to repent, so we need to know what repentance is, who needs to repent, and when our chance to repent will expire.

    WHAT IS REPENTANCE? Luke 3:1-3,7-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. I heard about a man who smoked cigarettes. He began reading articles on cigarettes and became alarmed by the strong relationship between smoking and lung cancer. 2. He finally confided in a friend; “I’ve been reading so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    5 Smooth Stones

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 23, 2018
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     | 35,907 views

    David needed no sword, spear, helmet, etc., but God's weapons -- the 5 smooth stones of the Name of Jesus, the Blood of Christ, the Word of God, the Spirit, and prayer. By those our giants will fall too!

    5 SMOOTH STONES 1 Sam. 17:40 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: DOING A GOOD DEED 1. A young pastor (trying to live a holy life) was sitting in a restaurant eating lunch. He opened a letter he’d just received that morning from his mom. As he opened it a twenty-dollar bill fell out. He thought to himself, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Sermon: Suggestions From The Life Of Shamgar

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 10, 2024
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     | 1,556 views

    In the midst of Chaos, the Lord raised up the judges and used them to save his people. In the days of the great distress in the nation and the church, there shall be some whom God will find or make fit to help.

    Sermon: Suggestions From The Life of Shamgar Text: Judges 3:31 And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel. Introduction: God used Judges to fill the leadership void after the death of Joshua. The first ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Smyrna: The Persecuted Church (Faithful In Suffering) Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Feb 14, 2026
     | 163 views

    When faithfulness becomes costly, Jesus reminds His church that suffering does not have the final word. He knows our affliction, limits the enemy’s power, and calls us to stand firm in His victory — because those who remain faithful will share in His life beyond death.

    ## **INTRODUCTION — A CHURCH THAT KNEW WHAT IT MEANT TO DIE AND LIVE AGAIN** As we begin this morning, before we listen to what Jesus says to Smyrna, it is important to look back at where we have been. We started our study by stepping into Revelation chapter 1. Before Jesus corrects His church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why The Blind See And The Seeing Are Blind Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 12, 2000
    based on 59 ratings
     | 7,218 views

    Why is it that the same Gospel both draws and repels people?

    Why the Blind See and the Seeing Are Blind (John 9:1-41) 1. There are many things in life that once bore us and then they later become enjoyable and fascinating. 2. Me and my music. 3. Art. Recycling. 4. The same is true in the spiritual realm. Many of you may have thought Christianity ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Warfare Prayer For Missionarires

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Nov 16, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 2,564 views

    Explains the benefits and importance of praying for our missionaries--in light of the spiritual nature of the battle we fight.

    Warfare Prayer for Missionaries I. We are commanded to pray for those who share the Gospel with others. Luke 11:2, “He said to them, ‘When you pray, say: ‘Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come.” A. Prayer is the source of workers. Luke 10:2, “He told them, ‘The harvest is plentiful, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Walk In The Dark

    Contributed by Bruce Gebbeken on Nov 11, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,285 views

    A camping trip opens up to me the powerful insight of the opening words of John.

    A Walk in the Dark John 1:1-9 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of men. The light shines ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Winning With People: Do For Others What They Cannot Do For Themselves Series

    Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,813 views

    Too often, we don’t do more for others because we just don’t believe it will make much difference. We’re just adding a “drop in the bucket” we say. Joseph may have had no idea how much he was changing history—but I’m glad he chose to risk and offer what

    “Do for Others What They Cannot Do for Themselves” GENESIS 41 Joseph and Pharaoh Joseph was an inmate, until Pharaoh needed what he had to offer. Joseph moved from prisoner to prime minister in Egypt because he did for Pharaoh what the leader could not do for himself. His gift made him ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Funeral - Christian Woman Who Died Of Cancer Series

    Contributed by Jim Kilson on May 27, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 48,873 views

    Funeral Message for a Christian Woman who passed away after a lengthy battle with Cancer. This message can be adapted to fit most any situation.

    The Old Rugged Cross (M. Gilley) • Friends we have gathered here today in this place to celebrate, remember, and praise God for the life of __________ • Though she may be gone from our daily life, she will never be removed from our thoughts and memories. Through wisdom known only to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Making Peace With Your Past

    Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Oct 16, 2013
     | 8,965 views

    Jesus brings us peace that passes all understanding; a peace that allows one to sleep well at night and rest in His trust; and making peace with your past is an central part having that rest.

    Quotes: “Peace begins with a smile.” -Mother Teresa "He who cannot forgive breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass." - George Herbert “An eye for an eye only ends up making the whole world blind.” -Mahatma Gandhi “We can never obtain peace in the outer ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Securing Divine Help Through Fasting Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2026
     | 214 views

    Fasting humbles the flesh, sharpens the spirit, and positions the believer to receive timely and powerful divine help.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH FASTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 58:6 Key Verse: “Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke?” — Isaiah 58:6 (KJV) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christ's Style Of Counseling

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,517 views

    Christ’s Style of Counseling

    Christ’s Style of Counseling John 15:1-7 Case Study - Recently, one of the students at our seminary asked me, "How should I counsel my Father who is about ready to take a second wife? He wants to have enough male children that he will be properly remembered and honored. My Mother is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Deceived Church (Church Of Laodicea)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 25, 2025
     | 575 views

    Some good Bible teachers have spiritualized these letters to the seven churches and made each local congregation represent a particular era of church history.

    But I strongly disagree with some of these good Bible teachers that I have a high respect for and I will explain in a few minutes why I disagree. For example, according to their view… • The first church on the list is the Ephesian church would represent the time when the apostles were alive and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming In A Give Up World

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 16, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,804 views

    WE CAN OVERCOME THE ENEMY OF OUR SOUL BY FOCUSING ON CHRIST ALONE!

    OVERCOMING IN A GIVE UP WORLD REVELATION 12: 1-17 JULY 15, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Two frogs fell into a deep cream bowl, The one was wise, and a cheery soul. The other one took a gloomy view and bade his friend a sad adieu. Said the other frog with a merry grin, “I can’t get out, but I won’t give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist