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  • Paul Robinson avatar

    How Should The People Of God Build?

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Jan 7, 2023
     | 1,686 views

    There are times in the Christian life when the enemy will assault us. How should we respond? How can we build our lives, our families, when we are under attack? We can learn from Nehemiah.

    In Arnold Dallimore’s short biography of Spurgeon, he has one chapter entitled, “Daily Life in the Great Church,” which includes the following: “The Metropolitan Tabernacle was not, as some have assumed, merely a highly populated preaching center. . . Apart from the sick and infirm, there were very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Light Of Eternity Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 25, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,598 views

    What good is future glory in my present pain?

    LIVING IN LIGHT OF ETERNITY ‘What Good is Future Glory in My Present Pain?’ Exploring the Hope of Heaven Series #4 1 Peter 1:13 Outlook determines Outcome = A spiritual focus determines how we handle our problems. Illustration: The Lion King. Young Simba was the son of the king. Great priviledge ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Enjoy Life More

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 3, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 20,521 views

    This sermon examines how we can enjoy life more.

    Introduction: Psalm 122:1 says, “I was glad when they said unto me, let us go into the house of the Lord.” KJV How many of you can honestly say that you are glad to be in the house of the Lord this morning, as opposed to the finest hospital in America? Let me ask you another question this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Doubting Thomas

    Contributed by Fred Edwards on Apr 26, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 11,094 views

    Before we hurl accusations at "Didymus," we had better check to see that it is not we in fact who are his twin. There are many who doubt Jesus in on way or another.

    “DOUBTING THOMAS” John 20:24-29 (030427e) A word on verse 23 before we look at Thomas. Commentary writer, Warren Wiersbe said the following: The “remitting” power given in v. 23 does not apply to Christians today, except in the sense that we retain or remit sins as we give sinners the Gospel. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Hayes avatar

    Encourage Yourself, A Hard Thing To Do Series

    Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 18, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,563 views

    Five ways to encourage yourself in the Lord without feeling pride. You can also listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (Oct 2008)

    Five Things You can Do to Live an Encouraged Life. In 1Sam 30 you’ll read because the fighting men lost their wives and children they Wept so they could weep no More and said “Lets stone David.” David’s response was he “found strength (encouraged himself) in the LORD his God.” 1Sam 30:7 What we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 1 - Genesis 13:1-13 - Forgiveness Doesn't Mean Exemption From Problems Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 13, 2010
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,244 views

    Abram knew that things went haywire in Egypt and that he got it wrong. At this altar there is real indication of REPENTANCE as he CALLS UPON THE NAME OF THE LORD. We don't have any recorded words of this prayer, but we see it his WORDS AND ACTIONS towards

    Part 1 - Genesis 13:1-13 - FORGIVENESS DOESN'T MEAN EXEMPTION FROM PROBLEMS WE HAVE JUST MOVED TO SYDNEY NSW from the Whitsundays in Queensland, Australia. I didn't come seeking a better position, certainly not better scenery or more money. We don't even have our own house to live in at present. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Lifter Of My Head

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 13, 2026
     | 101 views

    This sermon highlights God’s power to lift believers from shame, sorrow, and defeat, restoring confidence, hope, and glory.

    THE LIFTER OF MY HEAD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalms 3:3 Key Verse: “But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head.” (Psalms 3:3, KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 30:1-5; Isaiah 61:3; Psalm 27:3; 2 Corinthians 4:16-18; Habakkuk 3:19 Description: This ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dana Chau avatar

    Entering The Grace-Sustained Life

    Contributed by Dana Chau on May 26, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 5,393 views

    Five ways to regain confidence in God when everything around you suggests the contrary

    I’m glad to be back from vacation. Thursday afternoon of last week, while Esther was napping and Susan was relaxing in front of the television, I sat quietly in front of my laptop in the Palm Spring resort home where we were staying. Susan suddenly asked me what I was doing. I sheepishly ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    God Is The Variable In The Equation That Changes The Outcome

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Jan 14, 2008
     | 8,299 views

    Get God involved, He is able.

    God is the variable in the equation that changes the outcome Mat 17:20 And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to yonder place; and it shall remove; and nothing shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Men Have Forgotten God

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 11, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,578 views

    God must judge the sin of societies, and He does so even now. In the midst of judgement, He shows mercy to all who look to Him.

    “The joy of our hearts has ceased; our dancing has been turned to mourning. The crown has fallen from our head; woe to us, for we have sinned! For this our heart has become sick, for these things our eyes have grown dim, for Mount Zion which lies desolate; jackals prowl over it. But you, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Forshee avatar

    Keeping Your Joy

    Contributed by Charles Forshee on May 14, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,555 views

    We’ve got to learn how to keep our JOY even when it doesn’t seem like things are going our way. HOW CAN WE HAVE JOY?-----Even when things are going bad? --We have to KNOW some things.

    I want to share a little story I heard about a little boy. "I’m the greatest baseball player in the world. I can hit the ball better than anyone" he said proudly. Then he tossed the ball in the air, swung and missed. Undaunted, he picked up the ball, threw it into the air and said to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What Is Your Jericho?

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Feb 3, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,857 views

    Inspiration is taken from Mark Batterson's incredible book "Circle Maker". This part stood out to me from one of the chapters. It's about facing up to your Jericho and overcoming it! Thanks Mark!

    WHAT IS YOUR JERICHO? Hebrews 11:6 “By FAITH the walls of Jericho fell down after they were encircled for seven days.” INTRODUCTION: The passage I read from Hebrews 11 speaks of one of the greatest success’ in the History of Israel. We all like “SUCCESS!” I know I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Can’t Keep A Good Man Down (Summer Of 2002)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 15, 2022
     | 1,688 views

    Joseph took this obstacle (being sold into slavery by his brothers) and turned it into an opportunity. He had every reason to be bitter and resentful. His attitude made all the difference.

    YOU CANNOT KEEP A GOOD MAN DOWN Text: Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 "Ida Eisenhower, mother of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, was asked in an interview if she was proud of her son. She answered, "Yes, I am very proud. Which son?" (Robert H. Spain. How To Stay alive As Long ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    Steps In Backsliding

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 16, 2001
    based on 171 ratings
     | 16,857 views

    LOT’S BACKSLIDING

    Genesis 13:1-13 THE BACKSLIDER There are many Biblical characters that serve God in different ways. In our text we read of a man by the name of Lot. Lot served in the same way many people do in our day. He served as a bad example. If it were not for the few words of Peter in his epistle we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Mentored His Disciples

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 30 ratings
     | 29,007 views

    1. Jesus made sure that beyond truth taught, the disciples acquired the right attitude toward God and their ministries.

    1. Jesus made sure that beyond truth taught, the disciples acquired the right attitude toward God and their ministries. The Lord Jesus knew that it was not enough for the disciples to learn ideas without embracing the best disposition found in their Master. Jesus said, "If you hold - develop deep ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational