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  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Battle Of Heart And Mind Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on May 12, 2013
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     | 11,500 views

    In this sermon series, we’re going to be talking about the unseen enemy and the dangers of living for Jesus. We’re caught up in the spiritual battle between good and evil, and so it’s important to take proactive measures in regard to the unseen opposition

    The Battle of Heart and Mind Ephesians 6:10-13 Read Romans 7:14-25 at the beginning of service A number of years ago, I was invited to preach a revival in Zwolle, LA. Anybody know where that is? It’s right by Many, LA. Hope that clarifies it for you. I had to leave right after church to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Super Abundant Grace - Romans 5:20 Series

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 15, 2022
     | 3,692 views

    Romans 5:20 But then Law came in, [only] to expand {and} increase the trespass [making it more apparent and exciting opposition]. But where sin increased {and} abounded, grace (God's unmerited favor) has surpassed it {and} increased the more {and} superabounded,

    Romans 5:20 But then Law came in, [only] to expand {and} increase the trespass [making it more apparent and exciting opposition]. But where sin increased {and} abounded, grace (God's unmerited favor) has surpassed it {and} increased the more {and} superabounded, According to our text, Grace is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Compassion Of Christ – Matthew 9 Part 1 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 15, 2025
     | 639 views

    Despite the continued opposition of the religious leaders, JESUS continues to fulfill his mission and show compassion for those in need. Dealing with Sin and Sickness, and our calling to not only follow HIM, but to help bring others to HIM. The LORD of the Harvest call you, "Help Wanted"

    BIG IDEA. OPPOSITION INCREASES, HEALING MINISTRY CONTINUES. Despite the continued opposition of the religious leaders, JESUS continues to fulfill his mission and show compassion for those in need. Dealing with Sin and Sickness, and our calling to not only follow HIM, but to help bring others to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Reaching The Right Goals Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 24, 2025
     | 350 views

    Was there a time you made a goal that resulted in the opposite of what you wanted? What if you knew the truths about focused living that would help you recognize and rid yourself of negative distractions. Get ready to learn from Paul’s examples of pursuing Godly goals!

    Reaching the Right Goals Philippians 3:12-16 We continue this morning with our annual church theme, Living a Holy and Wholesome Life. The theme is taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:23: May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Wicked And Righteous Contrasted Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 18, 2022
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    Psalm 1 lays out the great theme that we hold up in the Christian life. The contrast of two types of people. The one who follows God’s law which is the way of blessedness. Standing opposite of this is the one who follows the way of wickedness whose end is judgement.

    I was driving though the mountain range of Colorado when I saw a sign posted that said this was the Continental divide. This Continental divide is a fascinating this. Two raindrops can fall from the same cloud. If one drops on one side of the Continental divide and the other on the other side, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Contention Is Over

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 24, 2025
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    Your season of contention is giving way to a season of fruitfulness. Like Isaac, you may have faced opposition, envy, and rejection, but keep digging. Don’t settle at Esek (strife) or Sitnah (hostility). God is leading you to Rehoboth—a place of peace, purpose, and prosperity.

    THE CONTENTION IS OVER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 26:18-22 "And he removed from thence, and digged another well; and for that they strove not: and he called the name of it Rehoboth; and he said, For now the LORD hath made room for us, and we shall be fruitful in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Keep Moving Forward: God's Encouragement SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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     | 1,106 views

    In a time when people needed encouragement, the Lord lifted up the prophet Zechariah. The people were working on rebuilding the Temple of Jerusalem, but due to opposition and concern for other things, the work had stopped. God encourages us to keep moving forward despite the challenges we face.

    The Lord raises the prophet Zechariah at a time when people need encouragement. The people were working on the reconstruction of the Temple in Jerusalem, but due to opposition and other concerns, the work had come to a halt. The temple needed to be completed, but the people lacked a sense of ...read more

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    Potholes Of Fear Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 26, 2005
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     | 20,612 views

    2nd 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, the religious rut and grief, etc.

    POTHOLES OF FEAR Navigating the Bumps of Life - Week 1 PSALM 27 INTRODUCTION:(Video-“What are you afraid of?” 2:12 www.sermonspice.com) How would you answer that question? Now, being afraid of spiders, snakes, girls or heights may not be your particular phobia but there are countless concerns ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    1 John 5 Belief In Action Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 20, 2015
     | 6,425 views

    John not only shows that our faith in Jesus is not blind. Rather it has rock solid credentials behind it. And our faith is victorious. Through Christ we have overcome the world. But our faith must also be vital.

    Sermon by George Hemmings - given at St Thomas' Burwood March 18 2012 Let’s Talk about Faith Over the last few weeks, as we’ve delved into 1 John, we’ve heard over and over again his call for us to love and obedience. Well, this morning I want to change tack a little and talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 4 - The Power Of The Early Church Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 30, 2023
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     | 4,022 views

    The early church was dynamic and turned their world upside down because they possessed certain characteristics. If we want to see revival in our churches today, we too must follow their example.

    We have been considering God’s promise for His people from Act 11:21, “And the hand of the Lord was with them: and a great number believed, and turned unto the Lord.”(KJV) We will consider in detail the life of the early church, and see what we ought to do, in order for the Lord to fulfil this ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Pentecostal Power

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 8, 2003
    based on 358 ratings
     | 35,045 views

    Pentecostal power comes when we recognize: 1. The Christian life is not about keeping rules, but about knowing Christ. 2. The Christian life is not just about salvation, but about transformation. 3. You overcome apathy with zeal.

    John Wimber was a product of the Jesus movement in the 60’s. He met Christ in a dramatic way, and began reading the New Testament, beginning with the Gospels and then on to the book of Acts. He was excited about what he was reading, but when he went to a church he was disillusioned. The polite ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Grace Transforms 4 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 1, 2011
     | 3,222 views

    I know I need to change, I am painfully aware of the chasm between what I am in Christ and how I appear to be but all of my diligent effort actually takes me in the opposite direction. Rules do not produce obedient hearts; rules breed rebellion.

    Dakota Community Church October 2, 2011 Grace Transforms 4 Ephesians 2:8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God not by works, so that no one can boast. 1. What is biblical grace? 2. Where does grace originate? 3. Grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    It’s Time To Grow Up Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 19, 2015
     | 7,165 views

    Peter gives us some straight-forward advice about living for Christ by removing the things which put us in opposition of one another. He also reminds us of our spiritual birth, and shows us that it's time to grow up and move onto maturity in Christ!

    “It’s time to grow up” 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 4 1 Peter 2:1-3 Introduction - (v22) THEREFORE! … We have been purified by obeying the truth -- We’ve cast off the things we desire to fully accept what He has for us -- Why? Because of our sincere love for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Run With Perseverance!

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 1, 2025
     | 529 views

    Today in our sermon we will consider what it takes to overcome adversity and finish our "race" of faith. For the theme of our sermon let’s use just three words from our text. “RUN WITH PERSEVERANCE!”

    For four years, Derek Redmond had dreamed of winning the 400 meter sprint at the 1992 Summer Olympics held in Barcelona, Spain. He could see himself standing on the medal platform receiving the gold for his native Great Britain. Derek breezed through the qualifying heats and made it to the medal ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    How To Get To Heaven

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,852 views

    In order to get to heaven we need two things; someone to show us the way and someone who can overcome the roadblock of sin. Only One person can do both - Jesus

    How do you get to Heaven? When you think of heaven, what do you imagine it to be like? • Where God lives • We are going to live there some day? • Ice-cream will taste 1000 times as good • Be able to eat as much as you like without Mum yelling at you or getting fat • Be able to travel real ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church