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    Designer Immortality

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 11, 2025
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    The so-called “immortality” scientists are trumpeting is a counterfeit, a cheap knock-off to deceive us into thinking we’ve overcome death. Don’t be taken in.

    For much of her life, Jeanne Calment’s big claim to fame was that she sold pencils to Vincent van Gogh in her youth. But by the time she died in August of 1997, this charming Frenchwoman had made her way into the Guinness Book of World Records for a grander accomplishment. She had become the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Respond To The Call PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,387 views

    To explores the divine authority of Jesus, His power to overcome death and darkness, and our hope of resurrection in Him, urging us to respond to His call in our lives.

    Good morning, family. We're going to dive deep into the heart of John 11:38-44 today, talking about "Responding to the Call of Jesus," "The Power of Jesus to Overcome Darkness" and "The Hope of Resurrection in Jesus." It's a powerful section of Scripture that beautifully highlights Jesus' divine ...read more

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    Yield Not To Temptation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 21, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 87 views

    Resisting temptation requires recognizing its deceptive nature, relying on God’s strength and wisdom, and trusting His grace to overcome sin’s destructive pull.

    If you’ve ever stood in front of the pantry at midnight, telling yourself, “Just a nibble,” you know something about the tug of temptation. It doesn’t always stride into the room; it sidles. It winks. It whispers. It promises comfort, relief, maybe a little spark of excitement. Everyone knows that ...read more

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    Flip The Script Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 12, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,363 views

    Discover how God can rewrite your story and turn trials into triumphs—read Flip the Script and find inspiration to overcome your giants with faith and purpose.

    Flip the Script Genesis 50:20 Online Sermon: https://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Queen Victoria ruled over the British Empire from 1837 to 1901, marking a 63-year reign that not only set a record in Britain but also defined an era known as the Victorian Age. Shortly after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Supernatural Advantages Of Believers (Part 5) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2025
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     | 601 views

    The supernatural advantage of believers is the unique grace and divine support they receive from God, allowing them to overcome challenges and achieve what human effort alone cannot.

    Title: SUPERNATURAL ADVANTAGES OF BELIEVERS (PART 5) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 1:3 Supporting Texts: 2 Peter 1:3, 1 Corinthians 2:9, John 10:10 INTRODUCTION: As we conclude this series, we reflect on the abundant and unending blessings that are the heritage of believers in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dealing With Bitterness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 10, 2025
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     | 753 views

    Bitterness is a weight that God never intended us to carry. It corrupts the heart, poisons relationships, and hinders destiny. But through Christ, we have the power to overcome it.

    DEALING WITH BITTERNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:15 (KJV): "Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled;" Supporting Texts: Ephesians 4:31, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Temptation Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,323 views

    We all face temptation, but through understanding our identity in Christ, trusting in God's provision, exercising wisdom, and using scripture, we can overcome it.

    Imagine you're playing a video game. You're on a mission, but there are obstacles and enemies trying to stop you. That's kind of like life, right? We're on a mission to live for God, but there's this thing called temptation that tries to trip us up. Let's see how Jesus beat temptation and how we ...read more

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    Unleashing Your Inner Strength: The Threefold Blessings SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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     | 1,065 views

    The threefold blessings of Leper, Priest, and King are available to all Christians today. These blessings represent the anointings that empower us to overcome challenges, serve faithfully, and reign in life.

    Wouldn't it be amazing to have a stronger Christian faith? To witness miracles, lead people to Christ, cast out demons, heal the sick, and experience the power of effective prayer? Well, all of this is possible through the anointing from God. In the Bible, we find three anointings: the anointing of ...read more

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    Delivered From Foundational Bondage PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 1,448 views

    Explore the concept of foundational bondage as depicted in Psalm 11:3, and how through God's deliverance, we can overcome trials and live in the freedom He offers.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we delve deep into the heart of the book of Psalms, specifically Psalm 11:3: When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do? This verse speaks to a reality many of us grapple with - the reality of foundational bondage - and it asks us ...read more

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    Trick Or Treat? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 28, 2025
    based on 4 ratings
     | 110 views

    God’s presence with us overcomes the enemy’s attempts to steal our peace, offering abundant life, hope, and strength through Jesus in every circumstance.

    Some weeks feel like someone sneaked into the pantry of our souls and walked off with the peace we thought we had stored for days like these. Distractions multiply. Weariness whispers. Worry shouts. And our hearts wonder: Where did my joy go? Why does hope seem thin? Why do I feel like I’m fighting ...read more

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    Praising God In Bad Times

    Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Jun 7, 2020
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     | 8,324 views

    In II Chronicles 20, we read about King Jehoshaphat of Judah. The Moabites, long-time enemies of Judah, had formed a powerful alliance with the Ammonites and other surrounding nations and marched against Jehoshaphat.

    The enemy forces were encamped at Ein Gedi. The king and his people were filled with alarm, so Jehoshaphat called a fast and began to seek the Lord as did all the people. In his prayer, Jehoshaphat talked about evil coming upon the nation, in the form of the sword, judgment, pestilence, or famine. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How God Works In Our Lives Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 7, 2020
     | 6,035 views

    1. He teaches us to wait on the Lord (vs. 33; 36-37). 2. He leads us to live the right way (vs. 34). 3. He helps us to witness for Him (vs. 34-35). 4. He works on our weaknesses (vs. 36-38).

    How God Works in Our Lives The Gospel of John John 13:33-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 19, 2017 (Revised January 7, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 13. Most of you know that in this chapter God's Word has moved forward to the night before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Tough Love

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 23, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,025 views

    If you want to grow to full maturity in life, respect God's discipline; don't reject it.

    A mechanic accidentally swallowed some brake fluid and really liked the taste. Before he knew it, he had finished off the whole bottle. One of his co-workers caught him sneaking a swig the next day. “Man, that stuff will kill you,” said his friend, “you've got to give it up.” “Don't worry,” the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,679 views

    We all deal with fear, and in the time in which we are now living, fear is multiplied over and over. The warning to “fear not” is frequently repeated in Scripture. Fear is described as bondage, torment, and a snare.

    Of Whom Shall I Be Afraid Psalm 27 Written 9-11-06 First message in a series called “The Overcoming Life.” Introduction What makes you afraid? Darkness? But the Lord is your light. Danger? He is also your salvation. Lack of a basic need? He is your strength. Then why be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Believe..."Help Thou My Unbelief"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 7, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,886 views

    He did all that for me?..YES! He did all that so I can have an abundant life?...YES! He did all that so I could not only be Blessed, but could be a blessing as well? YES..YES..AND YES!! His Love for you...is "AMAZING"

    I Believe..."Help Thou My Unbelief" Mark 9:24 NKJ 24 Immediately the father of the child cried out and said with tears, “Lord, I believe; help my unbelief!” Does anyone know the number of tears that you have ever shed in your lifetime? How about the number of times you've ever been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational