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  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Descending Into Greatness

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,359 views

    A look at John the Baptist's words that Christ must increase, while he decreases. What does that mean for the Christ follower.

    ✞>I< John 3:26-30 February 5, 2012 When you think about words, the word “DOWN” doesn’t have many positive meanings. It’s a word reserved for cowards, losers and bear markets. It’s a word that is to be avoided or ignored. When you attach it to other words it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Shall Overcome

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Jul 17, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 13,790 views

    This sermon is the 4th in a series on Paul’s letter to the Romans. Paul explores the Christian response in light of suffering.

    Bibliography: Willie Wonka, When God Interrupts - Craig Barnes, All You Really Need To Know About Prayer...-Louise Perrotta, Martin Luther King, William Barclay The other night as we were channel surfing, we came across one of my favorite movies from my childhood, and the boys and I sat down to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dale Harlow avatar

    Overcoming The Urge To Kill Series

    Contributed by Dale Harlow on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,318 views

    When jealousy or anger rears its ugly head, what do we do? The story of Cain provides us with some valuable answers.

    A woman testified to the transformation in her life that had resulted through her experience in conversion. She declared, "I’m so glad I found Jesus. I have an uncle I used to hate so much I vowed I’d never go to his funeral. But now, why, I’d be happy to go to it any time." Have you ever felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When The Odds Are Against Us Faith Fights With Courage Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,471 views

    This message examines the example of David’s faith.

    Leonid Stadnyk, a 37-year-old veterinarian from Podolyantsi in central Ukraine is currently the tallest man in the world. He began to grow rapidly at age 14, when an operation on his brain reportedly stimulated his pituitary gland. He is officially 8 feet 5 inches, wears size 64 shoes and believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Great Faith In The Midst Of Great Trouble

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 5, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,082 views

    A woman came to Jesus to seek help for her daughter who was under demonic oppressions, she persisted in faith despite many obstacles, and Jesus commended her for a great faith.

    Great Faith in the Midst of Great Trouble Study Text: Matthew 15:21 - 28 Introduction: - The story of this woman reminds us of what faith and prayer looks like when we are faced with real, personal trouble and adversity. It is a story that brings us back to the basics, of what it means to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Kingdom Greatness

    Contributed by Terry Hovey on Mar 11, 2023
     | 1,470 views

    Have you ever wanted to be first or maybe to be desired to be the best at something?

    Kingdom Greatness Mat 18:1-7 Have you ever wanted to be first or maybe to be desired to be the best at something? You know, from my own childhood experiences and now in my latter years, I have heard children getting ready to go somewhere or do something that requires getting into a line, one or ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Great Victory

    Contributed by James Dina on Sep 29, 2023
     | 2,475 views

    " And they overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, and by the word of their testimony, and they loved not their lives unto the death "(Revelation 12:11)

    GREAT VICTORY "But he stood in the midst of the ground, and defended it, and slew the Philistines: and the LORD wrought a great victory" (2 Samuel 23:12) God gave Shammah a great victory over the Philistines, and great victory was also given to David ,when he killed the Strongman giant ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strom Or Christ Series

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Aug 4, 2021
     | 2,577 views

    Now when He got into a boat, His disciples followed Him. And suddenly a great tempest arose on the sea, so that the boat was covered with the waves. But He was asleep.

    Now when He got into a boat, His disciples followed Him. And suddenly a great tempest arose on the sea, so that the boat was covered with the waves. But He was asleep. Then His disciples came to Him and awoke Him, saying, “Lord, save us! We are perishing!” But He said to them, “Why are you fearful, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ephesus The Great Series

    Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 3, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,756 views

    The first century believers faced stiff opposition from political authorities determined to stop the spread of their message. Despite the increasingly harsh treatment, they were able to go a long way in fulfilling the Lord’s mandate to take the gospel to

    THE REVELATION OF JESUS part 3 EPHESUS THE GREAT Revelation 2:1-11 The first century believers faced stiff opposition from political authorities determined to stop the spread of their message. Despite the increasingly harsh treatment, they were able to go a long way in fulfilling the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Great Faith & Great Humility In Action Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
     | 10,530 views

    What does faith and humility look like

    Great Faith & Great Humility in Action - Luke 7:1-10 Gladstone Baptist Church - 26/6/05 am The Wizard of Oz is a classic story of Dorothy, a young girl from Kansas who somehow finds herself swept into a magical land by a tornado. She embarks on a quest to see the Wizard who, it is reported, can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chosen For Greatness SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,691 views

    As Christians, we are called to be a unique generation, a beacon of hope to those who are lost.

    As Christians, we are called to be a chosen generation for those who are lost. In this current generation, we see perversion and wickedness everywhere. There is a lack of respect for God, country, and authority. People live with a "no fear" attitude, doing as they please without regard for anyone ...read more

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    The Great Apostasy Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,188 views

    Study #2: When we look around us, it seems that more and more people are leaving the church. Why? This passage of Scripture explains the reason why, and alerts us to a trend that will occur just before the Rapture.

    NOTE: This Bible study on the end times comes from the perspective of a pre-tribulation Rapture. Before we talk about the Rapture, we need to look at something called “The Great Apostacy.” In Hebrews 10:23-25, we read, “Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for He who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brandon Max avatar

    On The Edge Of Greatness!

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 19, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,316 views

    Israel found themselves "On The Edge Of Greatness" as they stood on the shores of the river Jordan. However, only Joshua and Caleb had 1) Heart to see God's Great Vision, 2) Faith to hold to God's Great Promises, and 3) Hope to look for God's Great Results.

    ON THE EDGE OF GREATNESS TEXT: Numbers 13:30 30 And Caleb stilled the people before Moses, and said, Let us go up at once, and possess it; for we are well able to overcome it. The title of this morning’s message is: “On The Edge Of Greatness”. RECAP Have you ever been there - “On The Edge Of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Great Humility Proceeds Great Faith

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,063 views

    Great humility is a pre-requisite before we can expect to see great blessings from God.

    Matt. 15:21-28 Great humility is a pre-requisite before we can expect to see great blessings from God. Illustration:Hudson Taylor was scheduled to speak at a Large Presbyterian church in Melbourne, Australia. The moderator of the service introduced the missionary in eloquent and glowing terms. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Beginning Of Greatness SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,075 views

    Where you are now is not the end, its just the beginning. This is not the end it’s just the start of great things.

    Today, I want to talk about the conditions we face in life. We all have conditions, and no matter how long we've lived, we all experience them. A condition refers to the state or form of existence of a person or thing at a particular time. As Christians, we need to understand that no matter what ...read more

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