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  • John Williams III avatar

    Squelching The Sinful Nature (April 6, 2014).

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020
     | 1,691 views

    As Christians, we have to work to tune into the Spirit and tune out the flesh to successfully walk with God.

    SQUELCHING THE SINFUL NATURE Text: Romans 8:6- 11 How many times have we heard of the self-made man? Frank Sinatra once sang about how he did his way------“I did it my way …”. What is it in human nature that drives us? What is it that motivates us and propels us? From reading this passage ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Sam McCormick avatar

    Knowing Christ

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Aug 3, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,143 views

    Christ is imminently knowable, not just as he appeared in the flesh, but in his innermost character and as ultimate Truth.

    Note 1: This sermon can be used as a companion sermon to "Knowing God," which is also posted on Sermon Central. They are not redundant, and may be used separately or presented on consecutive occasions. Note 2: I have developed some simple PowerPoint slides that I used in presenting this sermon. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Leighton (Lee) Vary avatar

    The Temptation Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Jan 4, 2016
     | 10,765 views

    Jesus tempted in the wilderness just as we are, the lust of the eye, the lust of the flesh and the pride of life

    I. Introduction A. It was the first camping experience for Jed. As soon as he had pitched his tent, he went for a hike in the woods. In about fifteen minutes he rushed back into camp, bleeding and disheveled. "What happened?" asked a fellow camper. "I was chased by a black snake!" cried the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Keep Safe, My Love , I Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 9, 2019
     | 1,718 views

    My brothers and sisters, I would not love you, for the flesh of man but for the love of God (Yahweh)

    Keep Safe, My Love, I by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (3/17/2019) “Deal bountifully with thy servant, that I may live, and keep thy word ... Hold thou me up, and I shall be safe: and I will have respect unto the statutes continually “ (Psalm 119:17, 117, King James Version [Sundry prayers and ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    Jesus Speaks Of Marriage, And Blesses The Young Children.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 16, 2024
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     | 543 views

    From One Flesh (Mark 2:8) to a Child-like Faith (Mark 2:15).

    JESUS SPEAKS OF MARRIAGE, AND BLESSES THE YOUNG CHILDREN. Mark 2:2-16. (I). A NAUGHTY QUESTION. Mark 10:2-12. The Pharisees’ question about divorce was worse than mischievous in that it, like many of their questions addressed to Jesus, was asked with the intention of “tempting” Jesus into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Fire Of Worship

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
     | 404 views

    The fire of worship ignites God’s presence, consumes flesh, and prepares the atmosphere for divine manifestation.

    THE FIRE OF WORSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, Hebrews 13:15, John 4:23-24, Psalm 50:23, 2 Chronicles 5:13-14 INTRODUCTION: Worship is not just a song; it is a fire that burns from the altar of a surrendered heart. When God instructed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Sylvan Finger avatar

    The Fool’s Rejection Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025
     | 209 views

    Theme: How does Good Friday depict the passions of the flesh and the rejection of God’s wisdom?

    Proverbs 14:12 P: There is a way that seems right to a man, C: but its end is the way to death. Do we ever think that our thoughts or our actions will actually bring death? --death upon ourselves or death upon others? I’d imagine, we don’t live in a community were we are planning to bring death ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Securing Divine Help Through Fasting Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2026
     | 138 views

    Fasting humbles the flesh, sharpens the spirit, and positions the believer to receive timely and powerful divine help.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH FASTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 58:6 Key Verse: “Is not this the fast that I have chosen? to loose the bands of wickedness, to undo the heavy burdens, and to let the oppressed go free, and that ye break every yoke?” — Isaiah 58:6 (KJV) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Jonathan Vorce avatar

    Rock Solid Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 16, 2018
     | 6,575 views

    The foundational principles of discipleship are discussed by Jesus with the present day attenders of the Synagogue, The Pharisees and His new Disciples. Much can be learned from these teachings of Jesus about how to conduct ourselves in hostile environments.

    Lead In Scripture: Luke 6:27-49 Introduction: Re-cap last week. Share a story of God sustaining you. I. Love Your Enemies - Jesus knew that the road the disciples would travel was going to produce several enemies. Therefore, He began to teach them how to respond under attack. • Luke 6:27 MSG - ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Five Steps To Salvation Series

    Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 13, 2016
     | 7,681 views

    People who feel alienated from God sometimes think their situation is hopeless, How can we gain hope

    I was eleven the day I almost drowned. A “harmless” prank at a summer-camp swimming pool nearly ruined my day—and my life! I was away from home for the first time at Camp Cedar Falls, in Southern California’s San Bernardino mountains. A swim in the camp pool with my friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Living By The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,833 views

    The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Understanding the conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. (See sermons in Word format at www.praiseag.org)

    LIVING BY THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Galatians 5:16-25 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [16] So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature [the flesh]. [17] For the [flesh] desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Getting Over Yourself Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 13, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,639 views

    In this final message of the OVERCOME series we will talk about what is perhaps the biggest and most unrelenting obstacle that we will have to overcome in life... ourselves

    Getting Over Yourself One day Jesus left the crowds to pray alone. AND BTW MGCC - that is a really good thing to do at times. To leave the noise and the crowd (yeah, they’ll be fine without you) and to get alone with God. IN FACT – for some in this room that is exactly what you need to do this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Nathan Johnson avatar

    When The Mountain Looks Too Big

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 8, 2010
    based on 41 ratings
     | 11,787 views

    Sometimes we lose heart when the circumstances seems too great and vast, but we need to see and trust from God’s perspective and learn to rely on His bigger than life view of the situation.

    When the Mountain Looks Too Big Prairie Baptist Church – 1/10/10 A.M. Service Text: John 6:1-14 Key verse: John 6:13 - Therefore they gathered them up, and filled twelve baskets with the fragments of the five barley loaves which were left over by those who had eaten. Premise: Sometimes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Walk In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 12, 2009
    based on 84 ratings
     | 45,180 views

    If we would develop the Fruit of the Spirit we must walk in the Spirit. This message helps one learn how to walk in the Spirit.

    Galatians 5:24-25 WALK IN THE SPIRIT [Mark 8:34-38] Not everyone who calls themselves Christian is producing Fruit of the Spirit.... Did you know that? It’s available to every Christian, but I hope you have learned by now that there’s nothing automatic about the Spirit’s ministry. Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Jesus Casts Out Impure Spirits And Heals A Fever Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 19, 2023
     | 1,553 views

    Jesus is operating in a small part of ancient Israel, in the region of Galilee. And we’re going to see Jesus engaging in the spiritual battle, by dealing demons that are inhabiting people.

    "John Paton was a missionary in the New Hebrides Islands. One night hostile natives surrounded the mission station, intent on burning out the Patons and killing them. Paton and his wife prayed during that terror-filled night that God would deliver them. When daylight came they were amazed to ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army