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  • Viju Traven avatar

    9 Steps Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Viju Traven on Nov 22, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,616 views

    These are the steps that make you grow from strength to strength, from Glory to glory by going higher in truth and spirit.

    Nine Steps to Restoring a Heart for Worship VJ Traven The unquenchable flame of passion for Christ burning in the hearts of the saints spreads a sweet aroma of worship before God in heaven. A true worshipper’s heart and head is deeply engaged with God uninterruptedly. Worship always sanctifies the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Tribulation (Part Iv) Series

    Contributed by Bill Burress on Oct 27, 2008
     | 3,066 views

    The 12th chapter of Revelation

    “The Tribulation” (Part Four) We are extremely fortunate to live in the United States and enjoy the freedoms we have. None more important than our right to worship our Lord as we should. But even with all the freedoms we have as Christians, do we suffer persecution? Not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Great Reward

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 20, 2020
     | 6,492 views

    There is nothing like a cold cup of water on a hot day.

    A Great Reward Matthew 10:40-42 This morning’s New Testament text from the Lectionary has to be understood within the context of last week’s passage to which it presents a dramatic contrast. Jesus had charged His disciples before sending them out on a mentored mission tour to the villages of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Purpose Of The Vine

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 8, 2023
     | 1,800 views

    The meaning of the parable of the vine in John 15

    The Purpose of the Vine Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 15:1-11 John 15:1 “aI am the true vine, and My Father is the bvinedresser. 2 “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He 1prunes it so that it may bear more fruit. 3 “aYou are already ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Character Study Of Abel Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025
     | 626 views

    Abel’s life was short, but his faith and righteousness made an eternal impact. He exemplified true worship and devotion to God, setting an example for believers today.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF ABEL – RIGHTEOUS SON OF ADAM AND EVE, KILLED BY CAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "By faith Abel offered unto God a more excellent sacrifice than Cain, by which he obtained witness that he was righteous, God testifying of his gifts: and by it he being dead yet ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Good News About Death Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 13, 2015
     | 6,722 views

    Death is not the end for a Christian. Christ has conquered death, and we now enjoy life in Him.

    “Do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Success God's Way Series

    Contributed by Rich Dunbar on Apr 28, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,716 views

    This sermon looks at three dramatic changes in Saul and how those around him responded.

    Success God’s Way: Acts 9:20-25: 2-6-05 am service Saul’s conversion brought about a drastic change in his life. Three things that Changed about Saul… 1. His Message Old Saul: Breathed threats and murder New Saul: Preached Jesus is the Son of God 2. His Mission Old Saul: Tried to destroy “the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good For Something Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Dec 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,355 views

    Many Christians and churches today have become good for nothing as they have lost their influence. We should strive to be good for something.

    Series: Being the Body Matthew 5:13 Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. I. THE SHAMEFUL STATE OF BEING GOOD FOR NOTHING A. No Longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Do You Want Patience

    Contributed by John Deaton on Sep 19, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,420 views

    In the book of James we find three things that are all part of attaining patience in our lives.

    In the book of James we find three things that are all part of attaining patience in our lives. First to have patience in our lives we must.... 1. Go Through Affliction (v.7-11) A.(v.10) We can rejoice in our afflictions Mat 5:12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Stevenson avatar

    How To Be Happy

    Contributed by John Stevenson on Dec 26, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,132 views

    A look at the Beatitudes

    HOW TO BE HAPPY I was in the bookstore the other day and I noticed a title. It has become increasingly popular as a title. Perhaps you’ve seen it. It was called, "The Idiot’s Guide to..." There is something about that title that appeals to me. Some of you would say, "Well, that fits your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Sermon On The Mount - Part 2: The Beatitudes Series

    Contributed by Charl Swart on Feb 7, 2016
     | 7,793 views

    When Jesus gave His famous Sermon called the Sermon on the Mount, he started with explaining who the citizens of the Kingdom of Heaven were. He did this by explaining whattheir characteristics are and then He told them what benefits they will receive.

    (This sermon has been adapted from the Bible study of Mark A. Copeland and can be found at ExecutableOutlines.com, where permission is given to use and share this as long as it is free.) INTRODUCTION Last week we did a broad overview of the Sermon on the Mount. We first looked at the theme of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Righteous

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 14, 2016
     | 2,847 views

    For righteousness sake, the righteous dwell in Christ Jesus for truly living in the world is not without sinners and the sinful nature of the flesh---those who commit to holiness in the midst of death.

    RIGHTEOUS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 13, 2016) “By faith Noah being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith” ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Scott Maze avatar

    6 Elements To Warfare Prayer Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 1, 2022
     | 5,388 views

    Daniel prayed with resolve—he set his face. He prayed with tremendous reflection—he looked upon God. I hate to say, and so much of my prayer is casual prayer, prayer that comes with almost a take-it-or-leave-it attitude. God is calling us at this late hour to pray with serious concentration.

    Americans are riddled with anxiety. Many of you are full of anxious thoughts throughout the night. Many of us feel an impending sense of danger just around the corner. For some, this apprehension is about their jobs, their marriage and their children. Most of us think if we had a little more money, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Final Jeopardy

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Oct 29, 2001
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,582 views

    : When time ends is not the central issue to the life of a Christian, but how we live until the end.

    FINAL JEOPARDY MATTHEW 24:1-14 OCTOBER 28, 2001 INTRODUCTION: [JESUS IS COMING SOON: Gospel song by R. E. Winsett?] TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text for this day speaks of the reality of the return of Jesus someday for His church. The disciples have confronted the Master over this issue. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Ownership With God

    Contributed by Jonathan Goats on Jul 6, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 13,900 views

    We must buy into what God is doing by taking part ownership.

    Acts 9:1 Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest 2 and asked letters from him to the synagogues of Damascus, so that if he found any who were of the Way, whether men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. 3 As he ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God