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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Restoring God's Masterpiece Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,630 views

    Sin marred and disfigured God's masterpiece. But the Bible is one long narrative of how God sought to restore that which was damaged. Has God completely restored His masterpiece now... or is that yet to happen?

    OPEN: One of Leonardo da Vinci’s most famous paintings was called “The Last Supper.” It was painted on the wall of the Sistine Chapel, and Da Vinci was sure that the unique painting style he used would create a masterpiece that would last forever. It didn’t quite work out that way. The painting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Forgetting What Lies Behind

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,462 views

    It hurts when we realize our own failures; but when other people point them out it can be debilitating. This message looks at how Satan tries to hinder God’s people by holding their past over them, and how Paul was able to overcome.

    Have you ever been led to step out in faith and tackle a mission that God placed on your heart? Maybe the Lord asked you to witness to a friend or coworker. Perhaps He asked you to tell a relative about the love of Jesus, or maybe He asked you to surrender to the call to preach or become a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Concluding Affirmations In John’s First Letter For All Christians – 1john 5:15-20 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 8, 2022
     | 2,256 views

    Unanswered prayer in your will, is answered prayer in God’s will for you. Assurance of salvation is one of the greatest themes we find in the scriptures for a person’s relationship with God. 5 great Affirmations close Chapter 5 of First John.

    THE CONCLUDING AFFIRMATIONS IN JOHN’S FIRST LETTER FOR ALL CHRISTIANS – 1John 5:15-20 There are 5 of these affirmations at the end of this letter, and 4 statements marked by the words “we know” and we will consider them this morning one by one. It is very clear that John is strong on knowing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Taught That Faith In God Is Greater Than Any Problem

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 27,327 views

    Perhaps the greatest test of faith you will face may be in loving people who are closest to you. Our God is able to overcome the most difficult of problem, person or predicament if we believe in His power!

    Everyone struggles with problems that seem overwhelming and tend to stress us out. Jesus once told His disciples, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." (Matt. 17:20,21) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Would Not Do That Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,490 views

    Because of his devotion to God, Nehemiah could keep himself from doing wrong. We should improve our devotion to God so we too can overcome sin in our life.

    I would not do that! Neh 5:1-19 Illustration: Mikey the guy we love to hate. He is always cheerful. He wakes up every morning deciding to be happy. When he had his accident he decided to live. We must decide to pursue holiness. Walter Scott presented us with a five finger plan of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fighting For Your God-Given Dream Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 21, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,606 views

    CRISIS POINTS we face in fighting for God’s big dream in our life and God’s CRISIS PLANS for overcoming them. Third sermon in the four-part series, "Dreaming Big for God."

    Today we’re continuing the sermon series "Dreaming Big for God." God wants us to be encouraged about dreaming big for Him and that’s what this series is about. One of the most rewarding things you can do with your life is envision the big dreams God has for you! Two weeks ago we began with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Steering For Success Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,188 views

    1st in 5 part series on overcoming the obstacles and difficulties of life using five different Psalms. We used a "journey" or "road" metaphor in terms of the bumps of success, fear, guilt, grief, etc.

    STEERING FOR SUCCESS Navigating the Bumps of Life - Week 1 PSALM 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES:(Special: “Without A Song.”) It was written in 1929 but it has been sung for over 6 decades by such performers as Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, The Carpenters, The Supremes, Willie Nelson and now, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Christmas Courage: The Story Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 28, 2006
    based on 124 ratings
     | 29,302 views

    There are three points to this sermon. 1. God gives courage to ordinary people. 2. God gives us courage to overcome our doubts and fears. 3. God gives us courage to face the future.

    (This sermon is a re-working of “The Nativity Story: The Courage of Joseph” by C. Raymond van Pletsen. I used some of the same wording and illustrations but changed the outline and applications. I only spoke of movies I had seen and since I am not a sports fan changed the ending.) Christmas ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Smackdown! The Trickster Vs. The Hipster Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,601 views

    In this strange wrestling match between Jacob and God, friends struggle with one another and the weaker overcomes the stronger. Find out how God used this wrestling match to help Jacob mature in his faith.

    Although I don’t watch pro-wrestling (my parents didn’t allow it lest I practice “piledrivers” on my little sister), I do get a kick out of the wrestlers’ names. There’s Junkyard Dog, Johnny Nitro, The Boogeyman, and The Big Show just to name a few. On our final episode of “Jake TV,” we’ll witness ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Larry Brincefield avatar

    Church 101

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,992 views

    Just the basics about the Church. Jesus said, "I will build my church at the gates of hell will not overcome it". Also, some personal thoughts in the conclusion about the importance church attendance, involvement, and support.

    June 1, 2003 Title: Church 101 Text: Matthew 16:13-18 Introduction 1. When I was in college, some of the classes would be designated "101" For example, Psych 101 (intro to Psychology) Greek 101 (intro to Greek) Sociology 101 English Lit 101 and so on. The "101" simply means an ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Breakfast On The Beach

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,911 views

    Big Idea: We have a Lord who overcomes our deficiencies and gives us what we need to follow Him. A look at how Jesus dealt with Simon after the resurrection to restor him.

    Have you ever let down someone? A sports fan? Your friend? A wife (give eg’s w/o naming people) Senior Captain, my last soccer game: one own goal and another near miss Let down my parents with my lifestyle choices the first couple years of university life Letting down a professor by being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jose Imperial avatar

    The Faith Of The Friends Of The Paralytic

    Contributed by Jose Imperial on Feb 8, 2009
     | 8,905 views

    Having faith in a faithless environment is a real challenge to the Christian. How did the Lord able to heal the paralytic through the faith of his friends. Lets see the odds and obstacles they face and discover the way they overcome.

    The faith of the friends of the Paralytic Mt 9:1-8 Luke 5:17-26 Having faith in a faithless environment is a real challenge to the Christian. How did the Lord able to heal the paralytic through the faith of his friends. Lets see the odds and obstacles they face and discover the way they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dr. David Wesner avatar

    According To Your Faith

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 18, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,680 views

    As a Believer, Faith, not emotions overcomes the world. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking defines who we are. As a Believer, Faith, not rational thinking is the filter through which we see everything. You are a Believer!!

    Jesus walked on the earth over 2000 years ago. His Disciples walked with Him, watched Him closely, heard His voice. They were eyewitnesses to His miracles. Yet, even they had trouble taking in everything they were seeing. We are 2000 years removed from those moments. We have to decide whether we ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    Dealing With Depression Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Nov 8, 2016
     | 9,428 views

    America is dealing with a national epidemic called depression. Through Elijah's experience with depression and how God ministered to him and delivered him, we can learn how to not only cope with depression but to overcome it.

    DEALING WITH DEPRESSION I Kings 19:1-8 In America, today, we are dealing with a national epidemic. It’s not a virus, a bacterial infection, or germ of any kind. It is a spiritual, emotional, and physical epidemic called depression. ** 15% of Americans will require medical treatment for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Detained, But Not Defeated Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 9, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 20,571 views

    With Peter in prison, the church prayed continually for his release. When God answered their prayers, they lacked faith to believe. We can overcome in Christ, but we must possess faith to believe the Lord will provide.

    Detained but not Defeated Acts 12: 1-16 Our text deals with an intense time for the early church. God was clearly at work, and the church was growing. Thousands had been saved by the grace of God and the church’s influence was spreading. Such growth created much concern for the religious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist