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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Ten Spiritual Solutions From Romans Eight

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 12, 2004
    based on 154 ratings
     | 9,153 views

    Few seem to appreciate or appropriate the rich reservoir of spiritual solutions provided in Romans chapter eight. Here are ten solutions to some of life’s most perplexing problems.

    Ten Spiritual Solutions from Romans Eight Illustration: "Here’s the scenario," the instructor announced to his class of novice truck drivers. "You’re in an 18-wheeler with a heavy load, barreling down a mountainous two-lane highway. Ed, your co-driver, is asleep. There are six trucks behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Slaughter Of The Innocent Series

    Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,958 views

    the holy innocents slaughter.

    THE SLAUGHTER OF THE INNOCENT MATTHEW 2.13-18 I hope you had a nice Christmas together. What were the familiar sounds of Christmas? Presents being opened, children’s excited voices, food being eaten, bells, carols and probably snoring. There are smells and there are sounds which remind us each ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Conflict Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Feb 19, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,539 views

    When you experience conflict as a result of following Jesus, you are not headed in the wrong direction. Instead that’s a sign you are being faithful to the Gospel.

    The Conflict Matthew 10:22-25 Last week we learned if we are going to commit to following Jesus then we need to make sure we know what we’re signing up for because following Jesus can lead to pretty hazardous work. When you follow Jesus, you surrender your will, you surrender your freedom, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    A Heart Of Love: What Am I Seeking In Life? Does It Line Up With My Faith?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 1,284 views

    We live to follow certain core desires that exist beneath the surface of who we are. It seems like many people live for self-gratification.

    We live to follow certain core desires that exist beneath the surface of who we are. It seems like many people live for self-gratification. Many live for desires like pleasure. That's fairly common. Others live for the goal of success, and they pursue that underlying intention through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Psalm 23

    Contributed by David Trexler on Apr 11, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,477 views

    So you what to be a sheep, baa, baa, baa, ba?

    Sermon for John 10:1-10 Fourth Sunday in Easter April 13h 2008 I love being a Lutheran. Martin Luther is one of my heroes. OK, I’ll admit he was a rather strange bird, sort of like most Lutherans I know. But one of the things I admire is his willingness to make a stand. Luther stood up to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Leadership Trails Series

    Contributed by Brent Baker on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,218 views

    There are no leaders who haven’t experienced somekind of trail. This sermon shows us how Moses overcame those trials.

    Just a few weeks ago we saw John Roberts sworn in as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court. We watched as he was grilled over and over about his stance on certain issues. And now sometime in the near future we will see Harriet Miers going through the same things. But I doubt if either one of them ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Dealing With The Problem Of Sin

    Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,425 views

    How to effectively deal with sin in our lives

    Dealing with the Problem of Sin Psalms 119:9 As believers, there are several things that we all have in common...we have a common salvation, we have a common Savior, and we have a common future. We also have a common problem...the problem of sin. Ro. 5:12, "Wherefore, as by one man sin entered ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    And Your Joy Will Be Complete

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 9, 2013
     | 13,274 views

    In today’s passage we see Jesus encouraging his disciples by telling them that their grief will turn to joy. Not only would they have joy, but they would have complete joy. In this passage I see seven reasons why our joy is complete.

    “AND YOUR JOY WILL BE COMPLETE” John 16:16-33 INTRODUCTION: In the previous verses, Jesus is explaining to his disciples that he’s going to be leaving them but it is actually a good thing because then the Holy spirit would come. In today’s passage we see Jesus encouraging ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sex: Guard Your Heart Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 8, 2021
     | 2,836 views

    Practical, positive message. WHY does God say this? 1} God loves us. 2) God loves other people. HOW do we keep this? 1) Guard your heart, 2) Control your environment, 3) Seek God's help.

    SEX: GUARD YOUR HEART—Exodus 20:14; Proverbs 5, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7 I once saw a cartoon: Moses is coming down from the mountain, and he says to the people, “I have good news and I have bad news. The good news is that I got him down to 10. The bad news is that #7 is still in there.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus The King Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 16, 2025
     | 276 views

    Jesus Christ, as the King of Glory, reigns supreme with unmatched authority, splendour, and power over all creation and the affairs of men.

    JESUS THE KING OF GLORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 24:7-10 Key Verse: “Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lifted up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle.” – Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God Will See You Through 2026

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 10, 2026
     | 548 views

    A faith-strengthening assurance that God’s presence, power, and faithfulness will sustain, protect, and complete His work in your life throughout the year 2026.

    GOD WILL SEE YOU THROUGH 2026 By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:2 Key Verse: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow you: when you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned, neither shall the flame kindle upon you.” — ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    February: Month Of Help From Above Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2026
     | 243 views

    February is prophetically declared as a divinely appointed season in which God releases supernatural help to His people beyond human strength, systems, and limitations.

    FEBRUARY: MONTH OF HELP FROM ABOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 121:1-2 Key Verse: "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. My help cometh from the LORD, which made heaven and earth." — Psalm 121:1-2 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10; Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James May avatar

    Nehemiah's Vision

    Contributed by James May on Jan 7, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 31,828 views

    Nehemiah had a vision and a call to do a work for God. He would let no one nor anything stand in his way. Through hardships, planning and perseverance the job was done and Israel had a home once again. God has not changed. Your dream and calling will c

    NEHEMIAH’S VISION Nehemiah 2:11-20, "So I came to Jerusalem, and was there three days. And I arose in the night, I and some few men with me; neither told I any man what my God had put in my heart to do at Jerusalem: neither was there any beast with me, save the beast that I rode upon. And I went ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephan Brown avatar

    Christian Joy

    Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 5,932 views

    Explains that we can have joy even in bad situations because of trust in God, our hope in His future, and by 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

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    I Am The Bread Of Life – All You Ever Need In This World And The Next - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 31, 2022
     | 2,304 views

    Why have we descended into this spiritual mess? Why? It is because we have lost our appetite for the Bread of Life and prefer rather, the onions, cucumbers, leeks and garlic of Egypt. We have dishonoured the Lord of the churches, and despised the Bread of Life.

    I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE – ALL YOU EVER NEED IN THIS WORLD AND THE NEXT - PART 2 This is PART 2 of the Message “I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE” one of the magnificent truths spoken by the Lord Jesus Christ when on earth. We ended the first PART looking at The Bread for Christian Sustenance, and were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational