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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Against His Own Self-Interest Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 7, 2012
     | 2,989 views

    God loved us so much that He acted against His own best self-interest, by becoming human. In doing this, He exactly contradicted the secular world's view of leadership and government.

    Epiphany 2012 Against His Own Self-Interest Spirit of the Liturgy One of the insights that Pope Benedict has shared with us over the past few years continually comes to mind when I read the Gospels. It is like a unifying theme of the Scriptures. God loves us so much that he does things for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    He Who Is Not Against You Is For You

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 26, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,196 views

    There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with.Other times, God’s moving/blessing/anointing us, & we discount the move/blessing/anointing because it doesn’t have a particular brand on it

    For He Who is not Against You is For You Luke 9:50 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A There are a lot of things done in Jesus’ name that He has nothing to do with. 1 Jim Jones, David Koresh...actions of church people, too. 2 Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    A Warning Against Apostasy Part Ii

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Aug 20, 2022
     | 966 views

    Expository message from the book of Jude.

    Title: A Warning Against Apostasy – Part II Scripture: Jude 1:12-16 Type: Expository Where: GNBC 8-21-22 Intro: “Tweet” is a word that has become a part of our vernacular. Literally, tweets used to only be for birds, but now, even world leaders can apparently “tweet”. Nowadays, to “tweet” is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • John Gaston avatar

    You Can't Fight Against God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,105 views

    Church, we’re on the winning side! Who can stop what God’s doing? Today we’re looking at how God used an enemy to save the life of the apostles and reveal a great truth about how God’s work cannot fail.

    YOU CAN'T FIGHT AGAINST GOD Acts 5:12-42 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: The Devil Provided 1. There was a poor woman who lived next door to an atheist. He often mocked her faith and derided her “imaginary friend.” One day he overheard her praying for some groceries. He went out and bought a couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • James May avatar

    #6 Sanballat's Attack Against The Mind Series

    Contributed by James May on May 3, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 22,445 views

    #6 in the Nehemiah series deals with Sanballat, the symbolic figure of our most powerful enemy, Satan, and the fact that his attacks always begin in the mind.

    Book of Nehemiah Series #6 Nehemiah Chapter 4:1-6 Sanballat’s First Attack is against the mind. By Pastor Jim May The last several lessons have been concerning how we build a wall, and restore the gates, in our pursuit of Jesus. We became a Christian as we entered through the blood of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Why Does God Let Bad Things Thwart Or Stop His Work? Lesson 12 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017
     | 3,065 views

    Evil strategy against the church

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Jim Bakker’s sin collapsed PTL, the second most viewed TV channel. 2. Ignorance: A pastor is killed in his airplane in a snow storm (biggest soul winning church in Canada declined in numbers). 3. Argument: Pastor’s children disagree, fight and eventually the church is lost to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Something Against You? Coa?doa?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 5, 2021
     | 1,949 views

    Today we have to guard are words because people are so easily offended. What do we do when God says: I have somethings against you? Without a COA(COURSE OF ACTION) we will be DOA (DEAD ON ARRIVAL.) God has a plan to stretch our faith to new levels.

    SOMETHING AGAINST YOU? COA VS DOA? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com If we really trust Jesus by faith we must give up all of our rights of personal understanding and personal opinions and say: GOD BY FAITH I WILL COMPLETELY TRUST YOUR PLAN. TEXT: Matthew 24:10 And then shall many ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Sins Against The Holy Spirit: Insulting Series

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on May 22, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,131 views

    The idea of insulting the Holy Spirit means that you will accept the benefits of God's love; and do not reciprocate with your love and allegiance; but with contempt.

    Sunday, March 8, 2009 Sins against the Holy Spirit: Insulting Hebrews 10: 22 – 31 Many of you may remember the original version of Lorraine Hansberry’s play, “A Raisin in the Sun”, later it would become a movie, and recently it was shown on Broadway with an updated cast. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Rhine avatar

    The Church At Pergamum: A Compromising Church Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016
     | 12,052 views

    The church at Pergamum

    The Church at Pergamum: A Compromising Church - Revelation 2 - 1/24/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 2. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    The Church Series

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 14, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,921 views

    During this Pandemic and over the past several weeks, we have learned so much about what it means to be a church and how many ways there are to be a church without gathering in person or making full use of our church buildings.

    TITLE: THE CHURCH SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 16:16-18 / EPHESIANS 1:22-23 / EPHESIANS 2:19-22 Who would have predicted between Christmas and Easter we would be reimagining how we do church! In the past, I’ve actually enjoyed thinking through the potential impacts of unforeseen events that could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    The Church Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Apr 13, 2013
     | 8,162 views

    A message about the church. This is a series that we are doing about witnessing and being part of the church.

    Title: The Church Theme: To show the importance and power of the church in the life of a Christian. Text: Matthew 16:13 - 19 Mat 16:13-19 When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, "Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?" (14) So they said, "Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Kevin Higgins avatar

    Weather-Proofing Against Life's Storms Series

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,812 views

    Sermon 4 of 4: Facing the inevitable storms of family life.

    Extreme Home Makeovers Weather-Proofing Against Life’s Storms Psalm 127:1 Woodlawn Baptist Church September 25, 2005 Introduction During World War II Winston Churchill spoke some powerful words that inspired his nation and has continued to inspire today. He said, "We shall fight on the beaches, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Black avatar

    The Great Adventure: "Stand Against The Tide!" Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,529 views

    Noah stood against the culture of his day and was counted faithful. Christians are called to an exciting, challenging and different way of life… not to conform to the world.

    We want to continue that excitement this morning as we delve back into our summer series, “The Great Adventure!” The Christian life is supposed to a great and exciting adventure! • Now, we don’t often talk about faith in those terms… • When we truly and honestly give ourselves to God and place our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    During Persecution, God’s Word Will Come

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 1, 2022
     | 1,401 views

    Jeremiah was to have God by his side through all of his difficulties. There are special rewards for God’s faithful people. However, it is possible that they might not be received during this life.

    Jeremiah had been God’s spokesman to Judah for forty years, during the last five kings. He continually urged the people to repent and to act, but nobody would listen to him or do anything. He was not a successful man by the world’s standards, like those who have fortune and fame. He did not gain ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Lay Man avatar

    Korah's Rebellion Against Godly Leaders

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,570 views

    They came as a group to oppose Moses and Aaron and said to them, “You have gone too far! The whole community is holy, every one of them, and the Lord is with them. Why then do you set yourselves above the Lord’s assembly? - Numbers 16:3 We read thi ...

    They came as a group to oppose Moses and Aaron and said to them, “You have gone too far! The whole community is holy, every one of them, and the Lord is with them. Why then do you set yourselves above the Lord’s assembly? - Numbers 16:3 We read this shocking story in the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational