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  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Secrets Of 1 Corinthians 13

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 15, 2010
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     | 5,893 views

    A historical look at the Temple and how believers may enter beyond the veil today.

    Introduction: A IL B In 70 AD the Jewish Temple (Herrod’s Temple) was utterly destroyed by the Roman Army but it wasn’t the first destroyed by a foreign army. (Picture from page 110 in Complete Guide) 1 Solomon’s temple built around 960 BC was one of the wonders of the ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Defense Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,041 views

    Even in the midst of opposition Paul rejoiced because the Gospel was being preached.

    1) Last week we spoke of the Gospel being advanced when we go through difficulties in our lives. When the Gospel advances we advance. When Paul was able to process his problems through acceptance and surrender he was able to receive divine power and perspective. 2) This week we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Build Our Shatterproof Church Series

    Contributed by Bumble Ho on Sep 26, 2005
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    Big Idea: We can build a shatterproof church by 1) Growing ourselves, 2) Knowing our true leader, 3) Contributing to the ministry, and 4) Watching for dangers.

    Building Our Shatterproof Church 1 Corinthians 3 vacMidway - Sep. 25, 2005 [WARNING: This sermon may not be suitable for every church’s political context.] 1) {Tell the story of a shattered church} a) {Open illustration} A few years ago a Godly pastor came to this city and planted a church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "A Proper Perspective"

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 31, 2002
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    We need a “Proper Perspective” about what matters most in life and the Apostle Paul will instruct us today about what God expects. When we know that, when we live like that we can look back on our lives with a sense of real accomplishment!

    Southern Hills Baptist Church November 3rd 2002 Philippians 2:3-4 “A proper motivation” By Pastor Mark Hensley 3Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. 4Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Before Your Father

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Mar 7, 2025
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    Series on the Sermon on the Mount

    Title: “Living Righteously Before Our Father” Script: Mt. 6:1-24 Intro: A prosecuting attorney called his first witness, a grandmotherly, woman, to the stand. He approached her and asked, "Mrs. Jones, do you know me?" She responded, "Why, yes, I do know you Mr. Williams. I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Get In The Press

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Apr 24, 2009
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    You are suppose to win in life, but You can’t expect to win without a fight. There are enemies to your destiny, so you must get in the press.

    Mr 5:27 When she had heard of Jesus, came in the press behind, and touched his garment. Php 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    My Month Of Solutions

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020
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    Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the Splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions .

    Welcome to our month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past. God will give you heavenly and permanent solutions to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    My Month Of Solutions

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 17, 2020
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     | 6,576 views

    Welcome to the month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past.+ -

    Welcome to the month of Solutions. Our God of abundant love and solutions will in the splendour of His Majesty couple with his sovereignty touch all areas of your life that has defiled solutions since January this year or years past. God will give you heavenly and permanent solutions to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Do You Trust God?

    Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Aug 8, 2017
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    Trusting God's Direction Without Question

    Do You Trust God? Exodus 3:10-11 (NIV) “So now, go. I am sending you to Pharaoh to bring my people the Israelites out of Egypt.” But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?” For the time that I’ve been allotted this morning, I’d like to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Benefits Of Fasting And The Consequences Of Not Abstaining Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jan 24, 2023
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    The Bible has from the Old and the New Testaments, verses that speak about fasting, and why people ought to fast, but there is a need to understand this topic of "fasting".

    The benefits of fasting and the consequences of not abstaining Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel; January 24, 2023 Reading verse: “and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying.” Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blood Everywhere! Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,959 views

    Question and answer series message dealing with the violence in the Old Testament.

    TOUGH QUESTIONS: BIBLE ANSWERS Blood Everywhere! Numbers 31:2-18, Deuteronomy 20:4, 12-16 Joshua 8:24-25, Judges 21:10-11 July 16, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Tonight’s question: Why, since God is loving and caring, does He command so many killings? This is an important question. It has broad ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God Wants Us To Obey Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Oct 10, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,351 views

    God’s three priorities are love, obedience and trust; and this sermons shows us the areas of obedience.

    The ChristianLife Week 2 Bob Marcaurelle A. Goals (Continued) b. Obedience GOD WANTS US TO OBEY “If anyone loves me he will obey my teachings.” (Jesus in John 14:23) “If someone says he knows Him (God) and does not obey ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Heart Of A Disciple

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013
     | 6,591 views

    Today, we’re going to look at the heart of a disciple maker. It’s one thing to change a person’s behavior but quite another to change their heart.

    The Heart of a Disciple Matthew 5:8 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, 13 “Come, follow me.” When Jesus spoke those words to the Galilean fishermen, it changed the course of their lives. They dropped their nets and left everything and everyone behind. Over the course of the next three years, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Marty Baker avatar

    Understanding The Gifts Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Marty Baker on Apr 22, 2024
     | 1,875 views

    The Holy Spirit is God's power and presence within you. When you receive His gifts, your life will be changed. Today I want to talk about spiritual gifts. A genuine sign of being a Christian is the strong desire to identify your spiritual gifts and to them to help others.

    The Holy Spirit Series #3 Understanding Spiritual Gifts Dr. Marty Baker / April 21, 2024 / 1 Corinthians 12:7 Welcome to Stevens Creek Church. I am so glad that you are here today. I want to welcome all of you in our Grovetown Campus and in our South Campus and all of those watching online. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Seven Biblical Laws Of Prayer

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Apr 13, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,201 views

    True prayer is not just a one-way monologue. It also involves being still and silent before God and allowing time to listen to Him. Many do all the talking (if not the complaining), when listening to God’s still small voice is a great joy!

    Intro: Today we ponder on prayer. Real prayer is our means of releasing faith and submitting our hearts to the Lord’s will. Simply put, prayer involves among other things: Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving and Supplication (ACTS) in the Spirit. True prayer is not just a one-way monologue. It also ...read more

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