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  • Stephan Brown avatar

    Christian Joy

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Apr 11, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,949 views

    Shows how we can have joy in all kinds of situations by trust & hope through the Holy Spirit.

    Christian Joy Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: We know that God has provided peace for us—and desires for us to experience peace. Likewise, God has provided joy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Holy War Indeed

    Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 12, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,804 views

    This sermon addresses the concept of war from a literal standpoint as well as from a spiritual standpont.

    A Holy War Indeed (Joshua 10:1-15) We have been bombarded with literature, media coverage, and may have even had persons come up to us and state that a war is being fought as a result of God’s intervention on behalf of a people. While in most instances that I have just ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Firm In Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023
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     | 1,208 views

    To explore and understand the power of faith in our lives, and how it can serve as our guiding light, source of strength, and bringer of joy.

    Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today to explore and discuss the profound theme of faith in our lives. As we delve into the core of our Christian belief, let's take a moment to reflect on the words of a renowned Christian author, Oswald Chambers, who once said, "Faith is deliberate ...read more

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    The Choice Of Self Or Surrender Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,452 views

    In order to become a true Christ-follower, it takes a heart of surrender.

    The Choice Of Self Or Surrender Luke 9:23 Introduction: 1. In order to become a true Christ-follower, it takes a heart of surrender. 2. Humanly speaking, this presents a problem because our nature wants its own way. This preoccupation with our own self-interest and self-desires has been true of ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Winning In Battles Of Life

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 41,546 views

    Your victory is closest to you than before, because you are born to win. However, there is something too strong for the devil to break in you and that is what determines your victory in all areas of life. It is the God-kind of life in you, which begins with new birth.

    WINNING IN BATTLES OF LIFE Study Text: 1 John 4: 4 Introduction - Your case is not closed until you decide to close it. No matter where you may be right now, or what your situation looks like, be assured that: You are born to win. - Life is a battle fight, and everyone who must succeed, must put ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Draw More Power From Christ's Resurrection

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,356 views

    We sing the song, "Finding more power than I ever dreamed. I’m learning to lean on Jesus." Yet, many of us are not fully appropriating the power of His resurrection in our lives. Here are ten steps to living more in the light of His resurrection power, pu

    Draw More Power From Christ’s Resurrection Acts 2:22-2:36 Christ’s resurrection gives us the assurance that all things done in the name of Jesus and for His purposes, will be victorious. Even though many Christians realize this truth they still live in with self-doubts. Many people wonder ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Difference Makers See The Big Picture Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Feb 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,632 views

    Sometimes we are put in situations because we are the ones God wants to do something mighty for HIM and through us HIS power is shown.

    Difference Makers see the BIG PICTURE Acts 16: Ten indicators you are about to have a bad day 1. The first words your toddler says in the morning are “Uh-oh” 2. The news is showing emergency escape routes out of the city 3. You wake up and find your waterbed sprung a leak, but then remember you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Revelation, And God’s Church Pt.1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,316 views

    Pergamos lit. means “citadel” and is the word from where we get the word parchment. This was a writing material made from animals and was first developed in that area.

    Revelation, and God’s Church Revelation 2:12-17NKJ 12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    (Section 4) Yea, Though I Walk Through The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 11, 2019
     | 5,385 views

    The difficulties of going through the shadow of death.

    XI. YEA, THOUGH I WALK THROUGH THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW OF DEATH, A. A Shepherd would take his sheep up a very steep cliff to travel over a mountain. The trail would only be about 2 ft. wide. If a sheep would lose his foothold he would slide into the Valley (Valley of Death) to his death. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Believing And Receiving

    Contributed by John Deaton on Mar 16, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,380 views

    A true believer believes that Jesus is the Son of God. When a person puts their faith and trust in Jesus Christ as savior and chooses to follow him in their life there are some wonderful blessings he will receive.

    BELIE'VER, n. One who believes; one who gives credit to other evidence than that of personal knowledge. 1. In theology, one who gives credit to the truth of the scriptures, as a revelation from God. In a more restricted sense, a professor of christianity; one who receives the gospel, as unfolding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reaching The Unreached People Groups Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 697 views

    The call to reach the unreached is not optional; it is a divine mandate. Every believer has a role to play in fulfilling the Great Commission. Whether through personal evangelism, prayer, financial support, or mission work, we must be intentional about spreading the gospel.

    REACHING THE UNREACHED PEOPLE GROUPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Matthew 24:14 "And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come." Supporting Texts: Romans 10:13-15, Revelation 7:9, Acts 1:8, Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Purposeful Living / Destiny Fulfilment

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 6, 2025
     | 262 views

    Purposeful living is aligning daily life with God’s divine plan, while destiny fulfilment is reaching the ultimate end that God ordained for one’s life.

    PURPOSEFUL LIVING / DESTINY FULFILMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Key Verse (in full): Jeremiah 29:11 – “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hearing The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Dec 1, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 8,225 views

    How to identify when the Holy Spirit is speaking to you. Knowing the difference between the Holy Spirit and the flesh speaking.

    Knowing the Voice of the Holy Spirit Rev. Sean Lester November 30, 2003 morning service Text: Galatians 5: 13-26 Introduction: A. Jesus Christ sets people free from having to perform religious acts in order to become righteous before God. 1. Many times in Scripture such acts are referred to as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Advancing In The Midst Of Adversity Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,066 views

    The difficulties associated with our modern day are reaching new levels of intensity. The majority is not interested in the Word or worship. As difficult as it may be, we remain obligated to serve the Lord and reach others. We can advance for Christ.

    Advancing in the Midst of Adversity 1 John 2: 24-29 Take a moment to consider the great challenges John spoke of in our last study. He warned the spirit of antichrist was already among us, seeking to undermine the church and hinder her ministry. He reminds us that we are living in the last time, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Purpose Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 4, 2019
     | 6,990 views

    Fear will keep the church for being what we are called to be

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Fear, fear can do some bad things to us. • In the first inaugural address in 1933, Franklin Roosevelt said, “First of all, let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is…fear itself — nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ