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  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Learning The Truth...his Way Or The Hard Way Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 8, 2012
    based on 19 ratings
     | 14,420 views

    Why is it that we so often choose to learn things the hard way? We often look back and see that it would have been much easier if we had followed what seems so clear to us now. What hinders us from learning and what can we do to learn the things God wan

    Daniel 4:1-37 Learning the Truth…His Way or the Hard Way Why do we choose the Hard Way Pride Procrastination How do we choose His Way Humble yourself Obey the Word Honor Him What do we Need to Learn God is God and You are Not Slide Good morning. Do you remember when you were growing up? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Handle The Temptations Of Power (Acts - Part 14) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,031 views

    The key to handling power is to understand what power is - and what power does...

    How to Handle the Temptations of Power Acts Series: “Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian” Part 14 Pastor Jeff Christopherson April 13, 2003 Acts 8:4-25 I. Understand What Power Is: Power is not neutral. Power is the potential to create or destroy. Examples: • Adam ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    The Mighty Word: Jesus' Authority And Our Transformation - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 2, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 901 views

    Jesus, the Living Word, demonstrates His authority over every aspect of life and how this truth transforms us.

    The Mighty Word: Jesus' Authority and Our Transformation - 1 Peter 1:24-25 Text: 1 Peter 1:24-25 (NLT): “As the Scriptures say, ‘People are like grass; their beauty is like a flower in the field. The grass withers, and the flower fades. But the word of the Lord remains forever.’ And that word ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Owens avatar

    The Place And Purpose Of The Bible Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 18, 2019
     | 5,493 views

    In this sermon, we explore questions like: how and when was the canon of the Bible put together, what is biblical authority, and how do we know that the Bible is the Word of God?

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a collector of rare books who encountered a man and began to talk about books. 1. The man told the collector that he had just thrown away an old Bible that he found in a dusty, old box and he mentioned that “Guten-somebody-or-other” had printed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Thomas Bowen avatar

    When Jesus Touches…

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,281 views

    Jesus does not need nor want an audience in order to heal. He heals to bring people into service. He cures death to bring us to new life today.

    When Jesus Touches… Mark 1:29-37 This morning it was so tempting to start off with a mother-in-law joke. But, I have several problems. First, I have been assured that it would be in very poor taste. Second, it would be a horrible thing to make light of this woman that was reported to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Ed Taylor avatar

    How To Treat Spiritual Leaders Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Jun 19, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,670 views

    As the family of God, our hearts and lives must support and love and help and hold up our spiritual leaders.

    1. The Bible has a lot to say about what it takes to be that spiritual man, that spiritual woman that will be used of God to be leaders in the Church of Jesus Christ. a. As a church, we’ve studied many of these passages like Exodus 18 & the books of 1-2 Timothy & Titus. b. The ingredients are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ralph Andrus avatar

    How To Get Out Of A Rut Series

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 7, 2011
     | 5,965 views

    1. The “OW” EXPERIENCE – v. 2-5 2. The “HOW” EXPERIENCE - v.6 3. The “NOW” EXPERIENCE – v.8 4. THE “BOW” EXPERIENCE

    CCTV For Surveillance - Just watch – To monitor • Baby Monitor • Wildlife Observation • Web Cam • Weather Cam • Traffic Cam Britain A Surveillance Society - Used to nab the Birmingham rioters - 4.2m CCTV cameras in Britain - about one for every 14 people. - One ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Protecting God's Representatives Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 19, 2012
     | 4,123 views

    God gives us parents and other in authority to bless us. Therefore he wants us to honor them.

    “Ginger curry and lots of tea.” That’s what a recent marathon-running hundred-year-old said was the secret to his longevity and spunk. What are some other “secrets” for long life that you’ve heard? Hard work? Clean living? Plenty of exercise? A loving family? Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Michael West avatar

    Breaking The Curse Series

    Contributed by Michael West on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 21,591 views

    If you want God to do the extraordinary, then you have to , you must start believing Him for bigger things. Stop limiting God. some times when God tells you no, it’s for a very good reason—perhaps it’s to move you up. God doesn’t do little things—Ephes. 3

    Sunday January 16th, 2005 Series: Raising the level of Expectation part IV Sermon: Breaking The Curse Scripture: Num 23:19 / Mt 22:32 /II Tim 2:9 / Heb 11:16 Many people miss the pivotal opportunities in their lives every day because they’ve grown accustomed to the status quo. They expect nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Richard White avatar

    The Cleansing Of The Temple Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jul 16, 2011
     | 5,940 views

    What kind of man is this who has the authority to cast out demons, make cripples walk and cleanse the Temple. They demanded a sign, he gave them one and they missed it.

    The Cleansing of the Temple: John 2:12-22 Confirmation that the Temple was being turned into a marketplace during the time of Jesus can be found in some early Jewish writings. First of all, there is a record of the common practice of setting up moneychangers in the temple area during Passover. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nah-Yeah

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 20, 2020
     | 2,957 views

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32.

    How do we answer hostile questions about our faith? How do we know where the authority of God resides? Is the authority of God in our lives? Let’s explore Jesus’ confrontation with religious leaders over His authority and the parable of the two sons in Matthew 21:23-32. Authority Matthew 21:23 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Don Campbell avatar

    Timeless Truths For The Every-Changing Times

    Contributed by Don Campbell on Apr 2, 2023
     | 1,317 views

    We live in a world of rapid change, much of which is bad. God's word provides believers with stability, which allows them to be a peace because they are living in grace. Paul's introduction to each of is epistles are timeless.

    TIMELESS TRUTHS FOR THE EVERY-CHANGING TIMES INTRODUCTION A. We often fail to study and teach the whole Bible! 1. I’m not talking about the Old Testament, although we don’t. 2. I’m not talking about the Book of Revelation, although we don’t. B. I’m talking about the first few verses of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Speaks In The Thunder Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 13, 2025
     | 199 views

    God’s voice is powerful, majestic, and awe-inspiring; it speaks through thunder to reveal His greatness, authority, and divine purpose.

    THE GOD WHO SPEAKS IN THE THUNDER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 37:1-5 Key Verse: “God thundereth marvellously with His voice; great things doeth He, which we cannot comprehend.” — Job 37:5 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 29:3-4, Exodus 19:16-19, John 12:28-29, Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Commands The Impossible To Bow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 19, 2026
     | 43 views

    God exercises absolute authority over every limitation and commands what men call impossible to submit to His divine will.

    THE GOD WHO COMMANDS THE IMPOSSIBLE TO BOW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:2 Key Verse: “I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron.” (Isaiah 45:2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Luke 1:37; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeremy Poling avatar

    A Modern Day Book Of Acts Church Iii Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 20, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,334 views

    There is power in the name of Jesus.

    Acts 3:13 The God of Abraham, and of Isaac, and of Jacob, the God of our fathers, hath glorified his Son Jesus; whom ye delivered up… 16 And his name through faith in his name hath made this man strong, They were a people of the name, that when they called upon that name, realized that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal