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  • Derrick White Sr avatar

    (The Rumble In The Jungle)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 11, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,090 views

    THE RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE IS KNOWN AS THE GREATEST FIGHT OF ALL TIMES IT TOOK PLACE ON OCTOBER 30,1974 A TIME WHEN SOUL TRAIN WAS ON TV AND DON CORNELIUS HAD EVERYBODY GIVING THE SAME BENEDICTION WHICH WAS PEACE AND SOUL

    Matthew 4:1-11 (KJV) 1 Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. 2 And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward an hungred. 3 And when the tempter came to him, he said, If thou be the Son of God, command that these stones be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Claiming Our Inheritance

    Contributed by Nick S Panico on May 20, 2016
     | 11,250 views

    This message uses the story of Caleb to show how Christians can claim their inheritance in the Lord. Caleb had a different spirit and that's why he succeeded where others failed.

    “Claiming Our Inheritance” (Eph 1:13-14 NIV) And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him with a seal, the promised Holy Spirit, {14} who is a deposit guaranteeing our inheritance until the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cross Made The Difference For Us! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2016
     | 5,606 views

    1. We are blessed with two birthdays (vs. 1). 2. We are called to live by love (vs. 1-3). 3. We can overcome every obstacle in life (vs. 4-6). 4. We have been won by great witnesses (vs. 6-8).

    The Cross Made the Difference for Us! 1 John 5:1-8 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John Grayson Baptist Church - January 25, 2015 (Revised February 2, 2024) MESSAGE: *Christians are like other people in a whole lot of ways. We go to school and work. We love our families. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • NNAEMEKA DURUEKE avatar

    Living Above Anxiety

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 26, 2016
     | 4,555 views

    WE ARE NOT CREATED TO BE ANXIOUS AND BEGIN TO WORRY. ONLY GOD HAS THAT ABILITY TO HANDLE SUCH MATTERS

    FRIDAY Living above anxiety Main text: Luke 21:34 And take heed to yourself lest at anytime your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Larry Semore avatar

    Gideon - The Mighty Man Of Valor - Part 7 Of A Series Series

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Aug 1, 2017
     | 7,545 views

    It is amazing what the Lord does with simple, ordinary people who will believe they can be used of God to do amazing and extraordinary things. You may think God could never use someone like you but if he can use Gideon, he can use anybody.

    Gideon - The Mighty Man of Valor “The Enemy is Destroyed” Part 7 of a Series Over the past six weeks we have been looking at the life and times of Gideon who the Angel of the Lord called a “Mighty Man of Valor;” a name that didn’t seem to fit with the description of a guy that didn’t look anything ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How To Defeat Our Enemies?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 14, 2014
     | 5,178 views

    To show that we can defeat our enemies by: (1) by not being afraid of them, and (2) remembering GOD in our lives according to this verse.

    I. EXORDIUM: How to defeat our enemies? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we can defeat our enemies by: (1) by not being afraid of them, and (2) remembering GOD in our lives according to this verse. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 7:18 (Amplified Bible) 7:18 You shall not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church Of The Open Door - Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 19, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,644 views

    Philadelphia always stayed faithful to the Christian faith until the end of its history, a powerful testament to the nature of a church for which Jesus had no admonition nor condemnation. God grant that we, too, may have that faithfulness to the end.

    THE CHURCH OF THE OPEN DOOR READING Rev 3:7-12 1. HISTORY OF PHILADELPHIA Philadelphia/Alesehir is located approximately 80 miles east of Smyrna/Izmir and 26 miles southwest of Sardis. It stands on the Cogamis River, a tributary of the Hermus river. Philadelphia always stayed faithful to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The 7 Steps To Defeat Temptation

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 13, 2016
     | 4,860 views

    This is a primer for overcoming addiction and life-controlling temptations, developed to help a man struggling with a Meth addiction.

    7 STEPS TO DEFEAT TEMPTATION Rom. 6:14 NASB INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Christine Quinn was at work and boarded an elevator. It malfunctioned, leaving her and several others stranded. Seeing a sign that listed 2 emergency numbers, she dialed the first and explained their situation. 2. After what ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Victory In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
     | 12,895 views

    Far too many believers live defeated lives. The Lord is never pleased when we surrender to our difficulties and admit defeat. Granted we can't overcome within our own ability, but with the help of the Lord, we can live victoriously.

    Victory in Jesus 1 John 2: 1-6 As I studied this passage, I was reminded of the relationship John enjoyed with Christ. He was part of the inner circle, one of three that were closest to Jesus. I am convinced Jesus didn’t love those three more than the others, but they were privileged to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking On Our Tongue Trouble Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,521 views

    1. The peril (vs. 1-2). 2. The power (vs. 3-8). 3. The poison (vs. 8). 4. God’s push (vs. 9-12). 5. God’s power (vs. 8-9).

    Christianity Where the Rubber Meets the Road Part 7: Taking on Our Tongue Trouble James 3:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - March 25, 2012 *Have you had any trouble with your tongue this week? -Did you say some things you just shouldn’t have said? -What about the things you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Trade Your Sorrow For His Joy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2011
    based on 18 ratings
     | 14,264 views

    God responds according to your faith and surrounds you with His mercy. Is yours the kind of faith that can sing to Him in times of danger? The next time you face threatening circumstances, trust the Lord. He will protect you and deliver you from your enem

    Trade Your Sorrow for His Joy Weeping May Last for a Night but a Shout of Joy Comes in the Morning. (Psalm 126) Count it all joy when you encounter various trials knowing that the trial of your faith works patience. Let patience have its perfect work that you may be perfect and complete not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Attitude Of A Winner

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Sep 8, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,434 views

    This sermon helps God's people to learn how to overcome every demonic force that comes against their divine destiny by studying the winning attitude of Nehemiah.

    The Attitude OF A Winner Matthew 6:33- But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. When God adds things, He does not add sorrow He adds good things. Every good gift, every perfect thing comes from God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Timothy Passing The Faith Down Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016
     | 6,410 views

    Paul's charge to Timothy to overcome his fears and pass down the true faith that has been distorted by gnostic heretics

    PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWN AN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY B. The Faith Polluted (1:1-20) (a) The Protectors of the Faith (1: 1-3; 12-20) Sermon 2 TIMOTHY - PASSING THE FAITH (1:1-3: 12-20) “Watch out for false prophets.” (Matt. 7) “Guard yourselves and all the flock of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Should I Do When God's Leading Makes Me Uncomfortable? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 30, 2013
     | 5,914 views

    A look at moments when where God is pointing us is not where we want to go.

    WHAT SHOULD I DO WHEN GOD'S LEADING MAKES ME UNCOMFORTABLE? There are times we’re fine with the Lord and then He pushes us in a direction we don’t like. - Jonah 1:3. - Our walk with God seems fine. Everything is going ok. We’ve been fine with what He’s asked of us in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Have Victory In Christ! Series

    Contributed by Randy Breedlove on Jun 16, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,140 views

    We have victory in Christ! Live from the position Christ won for you. Be fixed in your faith and God will use you mightily!

    Get your walk right! July 14, 2019 1 Corinthians 15:57-58, Romans 8:1, 5 1. We fight from victory; not for victory. 1 Corinthians 15:57; Romans 8:1 2. Be immovable in 2019. 1 Cor. 15:58 3. Give your best to Kingdom work. 1 Cor. 15:58, Romans 8:5 Key words: victory, work, firm, kingdom Key ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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