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  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    The Power Of Joy 3: A Joy That Is Full Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 6, 2021
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    In Part 3 of this series we examine what it will take to have a joy that is full. This is the joy that God desires for us to have - but do we really want it bad enough to do what it takes to get it?

    The Power of Joy – Part 3 A Joy That Is Full Scripture: Second Corinthians 6:10; 1 John 1:1-4; John 5:19, 39 Last week a program was aired about the race riots that took place in my hometown of Columbia, Tennessee 75 years ago. The book, “No More Social Lynchings” by Robert Ikard also ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Focus Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 3, 2011
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     | 9,336 views

    Part one of a series on worship. I begin with the focus of worship which is on God and how the enemy tries to take our focus off God.

    Title: The focus of worship Introduction This month we are doing a 4 part series on worship 1.The focus of worship 2.The foundation of worship 3.The features of worship 4.The fruit of worship Today is Part 1 – The focus of worship I’d like to begin with the Definition of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Spirit Of Expectancy - Part 3 - Caleb Series

    Contributed by Larry Semore on Jun 15, 2011
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    This is the third and final sermon in the series and the most powerful. It was lengthy and had to be broken into two parts to get it properly preached, especially as it motivated me to follow several "rabit trails" and really impacted people's lives.

    The Spirit of Expectancy - Part 3 - Caleb's Expectation The Spirit of Expectancy Caleb’s Expectation Part 3 of a Series (Note: parts of this sermon were adopted from Sermon Central Contributor David Dykes from his sermon "Caleb: How to Thrive at Age 85!") TEXT: Joshua 14:6-12 New ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Consistent Church Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 22, 2011
     | 9,480 views

    The church at Philadelphia is the church "I" would probably want to join. It is the church who received from the Lord, a word of observation, affirmation, and even commendation - but NO WORD of CONDEMNATION.

    The Consistent Church Revelation 3:7-13 * Of all the churches which Jesus wrote to in the Revelation, the sixth church is the most consistent in the fulfillment of ministry & mission. This is the church that I would have wanted to be a member of. It is this church that our Lord gives no word of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Our Source Of Success Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 3, 2012
     | 10,873 views

    It is not by our abilities, wealth, popularity, etc. that we become successful in the eyes of God. We succeed whenever we rely on His Spirit to teach us and direct our steps.

    1. THE IMPORTANCE OF FOCUS When the Alaskan Pipeline was being built, there were many Texans who went to Alaska and found work on the pipeline. The Texans could only work a few hours in the frigid weather, yet the Eskimos, the native Alaskans, could work indefinitely in the cold. They decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Controlling Habits And The Habit Of Controlling

    Contributed by Craig Benner on May 23, 2012
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    Get victory over those bad habits. God has the remedy. Follow the practical guidelines of His Word and die out to the flesh. In Him we are more than overcomers.

    Controling Habits and the Habit of Controling Ga. 5:1,2 1 ¶ Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. (KJV) 1 Estad, pues, firmes en la libertad con que Cristo nos hizo libres; y no os sujetéis de nuevo al yugo de ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Dead Church - Sardis Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 16, 2012
     | 10,809 views

    A look at the 5th church, the 'dead' church in Sardis.

    The Dead Church ~ Sardis Revelation 3:1-6 March 18, 2012 I want to warn you, for a moment I’m going to start out a little morbid. How do you know when a person is dead? This is not a trick question, it’s a serious question. We determine whether there is a heartbeat and whether there ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Wiley avatar

    Conquering The Giant Of Fear Series

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Apr 10, 2012
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     | 9,321 views

    Fear stops us dead in our tracks! Fear prevents us from receiving all God has for us and walking the path He has prepared for us. Get this message from Gideon and overcome your fears!

    Conquering the Giants Message one of four FEAR / EASTER April 08, 2012 Michael Wiley Easter --- Introduction: It's dark out, and you're home alone. You’re wrapped up in a warm blanket reading your favorite book. You see it and hear it at the same time: The front door suddenly moves. Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Who Is For Us! Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 5, 2011
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     | 9,363 views

    God is at work in you, helping you become all He wants you to be, as one of His people! God’s work in us is so much greater than our work in us could ever be!

    The God Who Is for Us! Intro: 5-year-old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone: “It’s dark in there and I’m scared.” She asked again, and he gave the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Mighty God- The Power Of Christ To Transform Your Life Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Dec 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,177 views

    "Mighty God" is the second descriptive title for Messiah found in Isaiah 9:6. It promises us that the coming deliverer would have the power to transform our lives.

    Could things be different at Christmas this year? Could this be the year that we overcome our anger? Could this be the year that we learn to submit to the Lord? Could this be the year that we forgive? Could this be the year that we find our satisfaction in God, and not our possessions? We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Temptation

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 24, 2012
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     | 6,501 views

    Temptation can take us by surprise sometimes. We can get discouraged when we find ourselves giving in over and over. We get overwhelmed when it seems like we can't catch a break. What can we do? It's important that we understand what's going on so we can

    UNDERSTANDING TEMPTATION James 1:13-18 1) The difference between testing and temptation. • Testing is good; temptation is not (Vs. 17). Every good and perfect gift is from above. Therefore, since God doesn’t tempt anyone temptation is not good. However, it isn’t sin, since Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    Who Are You?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 20, 2019
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     | 8,038 views

    God wants you to be able to stand up, to be accountable and able to respond when someone asks what your relationship with God really means to you and how your relationship defines who you are in and through Him!

    Illus. by Wayne Major There were three people in heaven who decided one day to play a round of golf at the heavenly country club. The first man stepped up to the tee, hit his drive, and watched as it headed straight for the water hazard. Just as the ball was about to land in the water, he raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Healing Heart Wounds Part 3 - Betrayal & Deception Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 18, 2018
     | 8,885 views

    Betrayal is a demon spirit. We know this because it acts the same, uses the same phrases and its patterns are the same anywhere in the world. Anyone, who is NOT paying attention spiritually, can fall prey to this demonic spirit.

    Psalms 41:7-9 7 All that hate me whisper together against me: against me do they devise my hurt. 8 An evil disease, say they, cleaveth fast unto him: and now that he lieth he shall rise up no more. 9 Yea, mine own familiar friend, in whom I trusted, which did eat of my bread, hath lifted up his ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    A Bridge Too Far?

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 1, 2018
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     | 9,474 views

    Does your faith waiver when on the mountaintops or in the valleys of life? Read this sermon to find out how to have faith that does not depend on one's circumstances but on one's belief in a risen Savior.

    A Bridge too Far? Mark 9:14-29 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Whether one is on the mountaintop of blessings or in the valleys of trials and tribulations, keeping one’s faith in Jesus is not an easy task! When we are the recipients of blessings it is easy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Cannot Overcome Unless You Have Endured... 7 Words Of Encouragement Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 27, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,264 views

    We all go through difficult times in life. Without enduring, we can't overcome. But with CHRIST, we can do all things, from enduring to overcoming.

    2018.11.27.Enduring to Overcome William Akehurst, HSWC I know you’re not supposed to Text while driving, but how about writing down what GOD lays on your heart at the instance HE gives it? even if you’re driving to work! I’m not advocating that you do this, and I probably should have pulled over ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational