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  • D. Dewaine Phillips avatar

    As Sheep Among Wolves

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 27, 2025
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     | 967 views

    Jesus gives His followers advice on how to respond, and even reply, in the face of persecution. He also assures them that they will be guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish their mission.

    I have entitled our message today, “As Sheep Among Wolves.” The title is based on the very first verse of our passage, where Jesus told His followers, “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves” (v. 16). Now, I am going to go ahead and start with an exposition. The word sheep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    News From The Front Lines Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 19, 2011
     | 3,828 views

    Part 1 of a series of messages on the book of Philippians. This message addresses our need to remember the persecuted church around the world.

    Text: Philippians Chapter 1:1-14 Title: News from the Frontlines Introduction 2 Saturday’s ago a few of us went to the “Voice of the Martyrs” conference in Worcester and we learnt about how much persecution Christians suffer in other parts of the world. Seeing the pictures and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When A Church Prays Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 296 ratings
     | 35,701 views

    The power and nature of prayer.

    “WHEN A CHURCH PRAYS” Acts 4:23-31 “And when they had prayed...” This morning I want to ask every member or active attending non-member to join me in a season of prayer for this church. I believe that it is essential that every member be involved in the process of prayer. There is incredible ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shad Comeaux avatar

    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Sep 7, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 21,608 views

    This sermon explains how the church should pray and the wonderful results of corporate prayer.

    If there has ever been a time that the church needs to pray, then that time is right now. As a matter of fact, the church can’t afford not to pray. The sinful condition of this world that we’re living in should compel the church to get on her knees. The church must realize that prayers can’t be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

    When The Church Prays

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 75 ratings
     | 20,130 views

    things happen when the church prays

    WHEN THE CHURCH PRAYS Acts 4:23-33 If you study the history of revival, you will discover this undeniable fact: in the recorded history of the church there has never been a mighty outpouring of the Spirit in a Revival which did not begin in the persistent, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Knowing God And Praying

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 7, 2017
     | 5,043 views

    We continue to look at life lessons. Today looking at prayer and speaking to God in an active conversation.

    Life’s Pitfalls and Discoveries Knowing God and Praying Hebrews chapter 12:18-12:29 Introduction- We continue to look at the series Life’s Pitfalls and Discoveries; Prayerfully you have sensed that God wants to work not only in our lives but also use our lives to speak and help others on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Jesus Praying For Us Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 15, 2013
     | 7,486 views

    A 4 part series of sermons from Jesus' final Prayer in John 17. Part 3 of 4.

    The Real Lord’s Prayer John 17:11-19 March 17, 2013 At the end of an interview, the person from human resources asked an engineering graduate, “What starting salary were you looking for?” The engineer excitedly said, “In the neighborhood of $125,000 a year, plus a benefit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    I Did Not Quit Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 21, 2016
     | 9,432 views

    Christian service requires stamina to stay the course despite opposition.

    “You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings that happened to me at Antioch, at Iconium, and at Lystra—which persecutions I endured; yet from them all the Lord rescued me. Indeed, all who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiving Our Enemies

    Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,392 views

    Christ challenges us to love our enemies and pray for those who persecute us.

    Forgiving Our Enemies Matt 5:43-48 With the events of 11 Sep - Came a lot of anguish and horror - Then came anger and the desire to find the terrorists - Who did this terrible thing - These are normal human reactions - And are something we all experience - But we are called as Christians to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Russ Adams avatar

    Will You Pray With Me? Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 1, 2013
     | 3,624 views

    Three reminders that will help you expand your prayer life

    Church Planting Will You Pray with Me? Acts 4:23-31 Opening words: You know the story. Jesus was executed on a Friday. Everyone thought it was over. However, everyone was wrong. It was just beginning. On Sunday morning a few women showed up at his tomb to pay their final respects. They made a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christians Are Persecuted Severely Worldwide: Ancient Thessalonica To The Modern Era

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 2,075 views

    Did you know that today in our modern world Christianity is the number one most persecuted religion in the world? Christians face murder and death for their faith every day.

    Did you know that today in our modern world Christianity is the number one most persecuted religion in the world? Christians face murder and death for their faith every day. A great deal of persecution occurs in the following countries: Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Egypt, Syria, Iraq, India, China, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Russ Adams avatar

    Will You Pray With Me? Series

    Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 26, 2013
     | 4,022 views

    This message challenges us to evaluate our prayers. We need to remember the sovereignty of God, the supremacy of Christ and the sanctity of the church.

    June 23, 2013 Church Planting Will You Pray with Me? Acts 4:23-31 Opening words: You know the story. Jesus was executed on a Friday. Everyone thought it was over. However, everyone was wrong. It was just beginning. On Sunday morning a few women showed up at his tomb to pay their final respects. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bishop Johnathan Hester avatar

    "The Widow And The Unjust Judge”

    Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 24, 2018
    based on 2 ratings
     | 23,408 views

    I believe strongly in prayer and in the power of prayer. And, I believe it is a part of our relationship with God where we can never stop growing in or do too much.

    Introduction: Above the door frame of my front door is an elongated plaque mounted. Inscribed upon it are the words, “Handle with Prayer.” Every time you come through that door or walk around the living room, this visible reminder stands as a testament of what to do with everything in life: ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Dr. Ronnie Grizzle avatar

    Don't Pray

    Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Sep 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,845 views

    There are commands throughout the Bible to pray continually. There are times however, that we don’t need to pray, because we already know it is God’s will for us to do.

    TIMES WHEN WE NEED NOT PRAY EXODUS 14:1-16 April 30, 2003 Parkersburg Baptist Church PAUL TELLS US TO PRAY ABOUT ALL--"Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God." (Phil 4:6 KJV) PAUL TELLS US TO PRAY ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    Where You Pray Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 2, 2016
     | 5,596 views

    We can have personal and corporate places designated for our prayers. Ultimately we reveal ourselves to God in our prayers -- right from the heart.

    1. Closets Some things really changed between the former generations and the kids of the last generation. A grandma was keeping/ babysitting her grandson Dirk. Dirk followed her into the bedroom as she puts up things away in the closet. "Grandma," he said, "what room is this?" "This is a closet, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ