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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus: The Ultimate Example Of Faith Hebrews 12:2 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,212 views

    In Hebrews 12:2, we find an exhortation to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. In this passage, we discover the transformative power of focusing our gaze on Christ amidst life's trials and challenges.

    Fixing Our Eyes on Jesus: The Ultimate Example of Faith Hebrews 12:2 Introduction: As we gather today, let us turn our attention to Hebrews 12:2, where we find an exhortation to fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. In this passage, we discover the transformative power of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Different Expressions Of Faith Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 29, 2025
     | 72 views

    Faith according to our spiritual giftedness.

    A. MANY PURPOSES FOR FAITH 1. Get more faith. “From faith to faith” (Rom. 1:17). a. Intensity, you get more faith. b. Variety, you get different kinds of faith. 2. When faith is not enough. “Oh you of little faith” (Matt. 14:31). 3. When faith is unable. “Weak in faith” (Rom. 14:1). 4. Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Continuous Commitment Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 4, 2025
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    Your character is revealed in your attitude to failure. Never rely on your talent, circumstances, or physical ability, rely on your commitment.

    INTRODUCTION: Yesterday: Past decisions formed you for today. Tomorrow: Future dreams give you energy and discipline. Today counts: Strengthening past commitments. 1. Past decisions changed your life. Think back to the time and place your life was changed. Time Place Who 2. Decisions ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Burn The Ships!

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Sep 10, 2007
    based on 26 ratings
     | 27,400 views

    Examine the obstacles that will hinder you from moving forward in obedience to Christ.

    On April 21st, in the year 1519, the Spanish explorer Hernando Cortez sailed into the harbor of Vera Cruz, Mexico. He brought with him only about 600 men. Over the next two years his vastly outnumbered forces were able to defeat Montezuma and all the warriors of the Aztec empire, making Cortez the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crossing Difficult Rivers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025
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    No river is too wide, too deep, or too difficult for God to help you cross. Just like He did for Israel, He will make a way for you.

    CROSSING DIFFICULT RIVERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 3:1-17 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:2, Exodus 14:13-31, Psalm 66:12, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9, Hebrews 11:29 INTRODUCTION: In every believer’s journey, there will be moments when one must face seemingly impossible situations—rivers ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    March: My Month Of Marching Into Victory

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025
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    The month of March symbolises movement, advancement, and progress. In the spiritual realm, it represents a season of stepping into victory.

    MARCH: MY MONTH OF MARCHING INTO VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 2:14 "Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place." Supporting Texts: Joshua 6:20, Isaiah 43:19, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God’s Eagle Christians

    Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 819 ratings
     | 129,634 views

    God has methods to develope His Eagle Christians.

    God’s Eagle Christian Pastor Billy G. Lobbs Theme: God’s method of developing eagle Christians. Text: Isaiah 40:31, "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Real Message Of Easter

    Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 22, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 16,539 views

    Boil it all down to the most important message of Easter and it will affect your past, present and future.

    "The Message of Easter " Matthew 28:1-10 Recently the local newspaper in Artesia, New Mexico ran this article: “Mary Bratcher accidentally ran over her son’s young pet dog, Browny. The family tearfully buried the mixed-breed dog in a field near their ranch home. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Mustard Seed Faith

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 5, 2004
    based on 70 ratings
     | 23,598 views

    Explores questions: Why doesn’t Jesus answer all our prayers? What does He mean by "faith as a grain of mustard seed?"

    Mustard Seed Faith Matthew 17:14-20 INTRO.: the seventeenth chapter of Matthew’s Gospel records the story of a man who came to Jesus seeking help for his son. Mark 9:14-29 reveals some details of the same story that Luke elects to omit. Mark tells of a dispute between the disciples of Jesus and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Fear Of Failure

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Feb 13, 2006
    based on 265 ratings
     | 64,107 views

    Purpose: to share how we can overcome the fear of failure in our lives.

    The Fear of Failure Scripture: Matthew 25:25-27 Purpose: to share how we can overcome the fear of failure in our lives. INTRODUCTION: Have you ever felt like Charlie Brown? I sure have. In fact, I’m standing here today as an absolute failure. I came across a list of things this week that ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Crashing Down And Climbing Up

    Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 50 ratings
     | 11,848 views

    A message to the downhearted Christian

    INTRODUCTION I was on a spiritual high when I was stationed in Valdosta, Georgia with the U.S Air Force. I was in a Bible believing, Bible teaching church and my relationship with Christ was at a peak. In 1998, I got out of the Air Force and moved my family back to Florida. My spiritual life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Two Kings Clash

    Contributed by Noah Martinez on May 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,122 views

    A Christmas Sermon. Herod was invaded by another King and was conquered. This sermon is an in depth look at the wicked king vs. the King of Kings.

    Two Kings Clash Matthew 2:1-16 Has anyone ever heard Charles Dickens’ Christmas Carole? The story of scrooge and his transformation. At one point Scrooge cared less for the holidays. Humbug was his attitude. Today we will discuss a man who hated Christmas more than scrooge, the grinch, or anyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Temptation Is Not A Bad Thing

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Apr 1, 2010
     | 2,733 views

    Temptation is not a bad thing until you fall www.preaching.co.nr

    Luke 22:39-46 Jesus was aware that Satan had already entered the heart of the one who would betray Him. Jesus was aware that within the hour He would be treated like a common criminal. Jesus was aware that the Cross and Calvary were just around the corner. (John 18:2) When we are aware of any ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Practical Living Series Series

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,162 views

    • For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free a

    Introduction • For the past seven weeks we have looked at practical living steps that we should implement on a daily basis. • We have looked at avoiding offenses, trust & faith in God; we looked at the quality of life, covetousness, authenticity, living stress free and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Temptation Of Christ

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008
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     | 5,331 views

    An example from the life of Christ on how to deal with temptation every day.

    THE TEMPTATION OF CHRIST Matthew 4:1-11 INTRO: We are all faced with many temptations each day. It seems like the harder we try to live for Jesus, the more temptations that we endure. Today, we want to look at the temptations of Jesus, and see if we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist