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  • James May avatar

    Satan's Nearly Perfect Plan

    Contributed by James May on Dec 2, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,970 views

    The temptations that Jesus faced in the wilderness present a pattern that Satan has used since the creation of man. He had a nearly perfect plan to get even with God, but it failed at Calvary.

    Satan’s Nearly Perfect Plan By Pastor Jim May There’s an old saying that goes like this: “Even the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” Things just don’t always work out the way we plan them to. Satan’s plan to overcome man was perfect. He knew that if he could just get Adam to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When Christians Wage War

    Contributed by Lee Modlin on Dec 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,301 views

    A sermon I wrote for my Expository Preaching class. The outline has powerpoint notes. The presentation is available via e-mail if you are interested.

    SLIDE ONE (WHEN CHRISTIANS WAGE WAR) I want you to imagine the following scene as I describe it…if you can, imagine yourself in such a situation at work or at school. SLIDE TWO (MAN ON STEPS) 1-Opening illustration: Description of the board member/minister standing outside of the church ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Short Takes In Scripture

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 17, 2008
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,145 views

    Our text gives us six short takes in scripture. 1- Be joyful 2- Pray continually 3- Give thanks 4- Build fire 5- Test everything

    INTRO.- Short takes. What is this? I assume it’s the idea of taking a short look at some subject. It could be a short or brief look at politics. No, we don’t want to go there because it seems that there is nothing short when it comes to politics; not speeches, not conventions, not debates, etc. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    So What Are You Aiming For?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 26, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,417 views

    Great ’New Year’ word. Remember, we are called to serve Christ now, and also in heaven!

    “So What are You Aiming For?” Text: Colossians 3:1-4 1 If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. 2 Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. 3 For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pressing Towards The Goal Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,482 views

    How do you achieve the goal of knowing Christ?

    #24, 9-23-07 Pressing Towards the Goal Introduction; What is your purpose for living? Is it just to survive? Is it just to enjoy your self? Are you just floating aimlessly through life? God has a higher purpose for us! How can we know and achieve that purpose? Text; Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Battle Of The Mind Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,344 views

    Because the believer’s thoughtlife is so important they must learn win over wrong thought in their mind.

    The Battle of the Mind Introduction, How’s your thought life? Are you struggling with worry, doubts, lustful thoughts, fearful thought, thoughts of despair? Text, Philippians 4:8 Recipe of Joy I. Rejoice the Lord (Celebrate) II. Lighten up (tolerate) III. Supplicate IV. Meditate I. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Paul Confronts Peter's Sin Series

    Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,185 views

    Paul’s reaction to Peter’s sin is swift and just.

    Galatians 2:14-21 “Paul Confronts Peter’s Sin” 1. Paul’s Reaction (14) Vs. 14 • Peter, being an apostle, had an even greater responsibility to lead others uprightly (straight path) in the truth of the gospel. o Bible says, “To whom much is given much will be required.” o Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Getting A Piece Of Land In Heaven Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,716 views

    Jesus died so we could have "land" in heaven.

    Building Your Eternal Dream Home Series Getting a Piece of Land in Heaven John 14:1-6; Mark 8:34 Jan. 6, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A Today, one of the ways to get land is for someone to leave it to you in their will (family ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kill The Lion Kill The Bear Save The Lamb

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,605 views

    Winning battles

    Kill The Lion Kill the Bear Save the Lamb 1Sa 17:15 But David went and returned from Saul to feed his father’s sheep at Bethlehem. 1Sa 17:16 And the Philistine drew near morning and evening, and presented himself forty days. 1Sa 17:17 And Jesse said unto David his son, Take now for thy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Como Manejar Las Debilidades Personales

    Contributed by Augusto Rodriguez on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,133 views

    La pregunta que surge en realidad no es si tengo debilidades. Todos las tenemos, pero debo preguntarme ¿cómo veo las debilidades? ¿Miras tus debilidades como un fracaso, o las miras como una oportunidad para fortalecerte en Dios el Señor? Todo depende de

    COMO MANEJAR LAS DEBILIDADES PERSONALES 2 Corintios 12:8-10 San Pablo tenía un concepto adecuado de sí mismo, sabía quien era y los logros que había obtenido. Sin embargo, conocía claramente sus debilidades, no las negaba, pero supo manejarlas adecuadamente. La pregunta que surge en realidad no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keenan Darnell avatar

    Strange Things

    Contributed by Keenan Darnell on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 21 ratings
     | 9,043 views

    People was drawn to Jesus because something out of the ordinary was happening,something super natural, still today they are drawn to Him by our out of the ordaniry life.

    I would like to focus on Luke 5:26 today, it says "And they were all amazed, and they glorified God, and were filled with fear, saying, we have seen strange things today." I know we can all admit to focusing our attention to strange, or different things. I’ve heard it said people used to go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How To Keep From Falling

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 22, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,864 views

    How to keep from falling away from the faith

    Text: Acts 20:25-38 Title; How to keep from falling Introduction 1.The Elders grief was not seeing the face of Paul again(v38) 2.The Apostle Paul’s grief was that some in the church would fall away (v29-31) Why do some in the church fall away? 1.An attack from outside the church (v29) 2.An ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dave Crandall avatar

    No Retreat Series

    Contributed by Dave Crandall on Oct 21, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,175 views

    A series in the book of Daniel

    Unjust, unfair, untrue, caught off guard,etc… When confronted by adversity you can wilt, wish, or withstand 1 Peter 5:8-9 NLT Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour. Stand firm against him, and be strong in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Unlikely Enemies"

    Contributed by Kevin Smith on Jan 10, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,803 views

    This is part one in a two part sermon dealing with the hardships of family, dysfunctionalysm, and learning to forgive even your most unlikely enemies, your own blood.

    Matthew 10:34-42 You may be seated in the presence of the Lord. Verse 36 in the text says, "And a man’s enemies will be those of his own household." "A man’s enemies will be those of his own household." Mmmm, mmm I feel God in here already. (Sigh) This word on today is by no means going to be an ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Kang avatar

    Motivation For Righteousness

    Contributed by Mark Kang on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,279 views

    If we are to have victory in righteousness, we must find proper motivation.

    "See to it brothers that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God." Hebrews 3:12 Sin has the power to make us turn away from God. When we sin we don’t even want to believe that God exists. If we are to have victory over sin in our life we have to make sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ