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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Ambitious In The Kingdom? Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 17, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,901 views

    Power, position and prestige - where do they belong in a Christian’s vocabulary?

    Briningham 19-10-03 Mk 10:35-45 - Christian leadership Power, Prestige and Position, where do they belong in a Christian’s vocabulary? Today’s Gospel reading is all about these topic. James and John were trying to use their influence to get into the top positions in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Insights Into Successfl Parenting

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on May 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,202 views

    The foundation for successful families is based on how adequately parents teach their children the commandments of God.

    “Insights Into Successful Parenting” Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Someone has collected some interesting prayers given by children. 1. Dear God, Thank you for the baby brother but what I asked for was a puppy. I never asked for anything before. You can look it up. Joyce 2. Dear God, is it true my Father ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Hardship Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,823 views

    Hardship comes to the best of Christians. The healing power leads to the stoning of Paul . Some people just won’t quit, positive or negative.

    Hardship for The Kingdom Acts 14 Last week we looked at the beginning of the First missionary Journey. Barnabas and Saul head off and during their first stop in Crete there is a name change as Saul becomes Paul and his name goes first in the telling of the story indicating leadership. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    A Woman's Words

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 14, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 11,797 views

    The influence of Christian wives and mothers is immeasurable and irreplaceable. One area of great influence that a woman has is through her words.

    A WOMAN’S WORDS PROVERBS 31:26 INTRODUCTION: Proverbs 31 gives us one of the most beautiful descriptions of Christian womanhood. Verses ten through thirty-one provide a list of virtues and characteristics that exemplify the Christian wife and mother. Someone has said, "The hand that rocks the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    The Message Behind The Tower Of Babel Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 6, 2001
    based on 180 ratings
     | 81,687 views

    The Tower of Babel is not merely an explanation of language changes, but there are four key areas we learn from this account that applies to our Christian culture today.

    Tower of Babel Genesis 11: 1 Now the whole earth had one language and one speech. 2 And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar, and they dwelt there. 3 Then they said to one another, "Come, let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly." They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preserving Unity Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 17, 2014
     | 7,735 views

    To build a strong church, preserving the unity that is ours in Christ, don't underestimate or overestimate yourselves. Instead, be faithful to serve, focusing on those things we share in common.

    A woman was sitting in the waiting room for her first appointment with a new dentist. She noticed his DDS diploma, which bore his full name. Suddenly, she remembered that a tall, handsome, dark-haired boy with the same name had been in her high school class so many years ago. “Could this be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Walking In Dominion

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 14, 2015
    based on 8 ratings
     | 224,347 views

    Christ has all the power in heaven and on earth, portions of this power has been given to everyone that believes in His name and that is living a new life by the works of His redemption. Such people are expected to walk in dominion in every area.

    Walking in Dominion Study Text: Ephesians 1: 19 - 23 Ephesians 1:19-23, "may you have the spirit of understanding and your eyes be enlightened; that you may know what is the hope of His calling, what are the riches of the glory of His inheritance in the saints, and what is the exceeding greatness ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Revival & Brokenness

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,840 views

    - God uses brokenness in our life to multiply our influence - When our life is broken the very life of God will flow from us

    Lk 20:17-18 17 And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? Psalm 118:22KJV 22 The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner. Isaiah 28:16KJV 16 Therefore thus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The World But Not Of The World: The Christian’s Calling

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025
     | 208 views

    The Christian is called to live as a representative of God's kingdom while navigating a corrupt and decaying society.

    IN THE WORLD BUT NOT OF THE WORLD: THE CHRISTIAN’S CALLING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:14-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17, Philippians 2:14-16, James 4:4, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with moral confusion, spiritual compromise, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Doctrine Is Important Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,932 views

    This message is intended to help us understand doctrine is important and that how we understand the doctrines of the Bible influences how we live.

    DOCTRINE IS IMPORTANT 1 Timothy 1:3-5 INTRODUCTION: A. We live in troublesome times: not just as a nation but as the church 1. People are asking all kinds of questions: a. Is Jesus the only way to heaven? b. Are tongues still operable? c. Are heaven and Hell real places? d. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is A Christian? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 177 views

    In this Bible study, we will examine what it truly means to be a Christian, according to Scripture. We will explore the identity, lifestyle, and responsibilities that come with bearing the name of Christ.

    WHO IS A CHRISTIAN? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 11:26 Supporting Texts: John 1:12-13, Romans 10:9-10, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:9 INTRODUCTION: The term “Christian” is widely used today, but often misunderstood. In Acts 11:26, believers were first called ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bruce Rzengota avatar

    How To Pick Your Friends To Influence People Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,698 views

    IF WE ARE TO FULFILL GOD¡¦S PLAN FOR OUR LIVES WE MUST GIVE CAREFUL CONSIDERATION TO HOW WE PICK OUR FRIENDS

    How to Pick your Friends to Influence People Mark 3:13-19 INTRODUCTION Earl C. Willer tells the story of two men who grew up best friends: Though Jim was just a little older than Phillip and often assumed the role of leader, they did everything together. They even went to high school and college ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Can We Really Understand The Influence Of Mothers?

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 10, 2001
    based on 404 ratings
     | 24,492 views

    A mother’s day sermon

    CAN WE REALLY UNDERSTAND THE INFLUENCE OF MOTHERS? 2 TIMOTHY 1:1-7 OPENING ILLUSTRATION… Mother’s Day Background, Pulpit Helps 1991 It was a woman named Anna M. Jarvis who first suggested the national observance of an annual day honoring all mothers because she had loved her own mother so ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Greene avatar

    Seven Spheres Of Influence Series (Education/Family) Series

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,029 views

    This is the second message in the Seven Spheres of Influence series, exploring the church’s role in shaping American culture.

    Seven Spheres of Influence Series: Education and Family Connecting to our Culture The Seven Spheres of Influence are Arts and Entertainment, Business, Church, Education, Family, Media, Politics and Government. Colossians 3:12-17 (NLT) 12 Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Faith Principles To Build And Influence Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
     | 781 views

    Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only.

    1. Faith’s Crucible Principle: Crucible-Faith is learned in the crisis of a dark midnight experience when the leader is shut up to God only, and surrenders sin and selfishness to totally depend on God and find His direction, and discover His power. a. “These trials will show that your faith is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist