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  • Daniel Olukoya avatar

    The Wicked Shall Fall

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 108 ratings
     | 51,403 views

    Devil is desperate to use all the weapons in the spiritual realm to fight, you must know that no king goes to war, unless he understands the terms of battle and the powers of the enemy.

    This week we are looking at a message entitled, “The wicked shall fall.” Psalms 27:2 says, "When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell.” Here, the Bible is saying that the wicked shall stumble and fall. Sometimes ago, a sister wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Craving Evil And The Lottery

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Oct 12, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,869 views

    Israel’s history helps us understand the dangers of sinful patterns today. Craving evil is a root that bears bad fruit. Only the cross can deliver us.

    Bill Cosby once said, “I’m proud to be an American, because an American can eat anything on the face of this earth, as long as he has two pieces of bread.” As Paul approaches eating meat offered to idols here in chapter 10, he gets a running start by pointing to ancient Israel’s history. For our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Path To Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,185 views

    By looking at David's repentance and forgiveness, we'll understand how we receive forgiveness, what it looks and feels like, and conclude that it is always the best option

    The movie is based on the true story of Apollo 13. Jim Lovell has just watched on TV as Neil Armstrong becomes the first man to set foot on the moon. He’s outside, gazing up at the moon. He holds up his thumb, pondering the moon in the evening sky like an artist envisioning his painting. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Addicted To Jesus

    Contributed by Dwight Jones on Feb 12, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 20,140 views

    A great sermon that will help you decide your level of addiction to Jesus Christ, and understand the power and Joy of serving him.

    1 Cor. 16:13-19 (KJV) Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. [14] Let all your things be done with charity. [15] I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rich Maurer avatar

    Jesus As High Priest Series

    Contributed by Rich Maurer on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,290 views

    Understand how Jesus was foreshadoewd as the Great High Priest on the Day of Atonement and the fulfillment in His life and in our lives today.

    Jesus As Our Dwelling Exodus 25-27/ John 1:14 The main character of the movie, The Karate Kid, had a problem. Daniel was getting beaten up by a group of high school thugs who all went to the same karate school. He desperately needed help and found it from the apartment manager where Daniel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Jackson avatar

    Are Latter Day Saints Really Saints? Series

    Contributed by Mark Jackson on Jul 26, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 7,900 views

    This sermon will help you to understand the distinctive doctrines that separate Mormons fron Christians and why Latter Day Saints are a cult.

    Are Latter Day Saints Really Saints? Officially known as The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Mormonism was founded by Joseph Smith Jr. in 1830. Their headquarters is in Salt Lake City, Utah – a state that is now 70% Mormon. They claim to now have over 11 million members worldwide, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ely Lambert avatar

    The Liberty Found In Christ

    Contributed by Ely Lambert on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,978 views

    This sermon addresses a common issue of legalism, trying to give those struggling with legalism a better understanding of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

    Introduction: I. The Common Conversion story A. Rarerly, do we as a church here of an amazing conversion story, but those particular stories seem to overshadow most of our personal stories. 1. We have heard of people addicted to drugs and alcohol being converted by the gospel of Jesus Christ. 2. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Glenn Robinson avatar

    The Most Boring Book Of The Bible

    Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,280 views

    This sermon shows how the Book of Leviticus comes to life when we understand that it portrays the coming Christ on every page.

    The most boring book of the Bible - unless you see Christ. Christ is on every page of Leviticus. It shows us what God is like in His Son - Howard’s theme. Themes of Lev. : 1) God is speaking - 35X “The Lord spake...” Lev 1:1 And the LORD called unto Moses, and spake unto him out of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Keith Edwards avatar

    God's Incredible Love Series

    Contributed by Keith Edwards on May 1, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,853 views

    You must understand this. If you have difficulty grasping His love, you will have difficulty with everything else.

    The Incredible Love Of God I John 4:8 Bethel Assembly of God 2/24/2002 AM INTRODUCTION In a couple of weeks I will no longer be the pastor of Bethel Assembly of God. For the next couple of weeks I want to preach what I believe to be the most important messages of my time with you. There will be no ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    America In Crisis & God's People

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 108 ratings
     | 4,878 views

    The World Trade Center/Pentagon Destruction and America’s future create apprehension; what is the Christian’s understanding of these things?

    Americans in Crisis And God’s People Intro 1. The events of the past week have tried us all; it has also brought out the good and bad in our society. 2. The good: no looting, volunteers, blood donations, and prayer meetings… 3. The bad: some people hardly watching it, watching videos instead ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mark Thornton avatar

    Spiritual Checks You Can Take To The Bank #1 - The Certainty Of God's Grace Series

    Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 2, 2001
    based on 121 ratings
     | 14,441 views

    The first of a study of Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This one helps us to gain a fuller understanding of God’s grace.

    INTRODUCTION. -- How many of you have ever bought something from a TV commercial? I’ve never been one to do this very much -- partly because I usually missed the type of commercials advertising products (getting a snack); and partly because the products were always too expensive. Then an ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dana Chau avatar

    The Seven Last Words Of Jesus

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 29, 2002
    based on 529 ratings
     | 619,726 views

    Discover Jesus’ true understanding of God and mankind through His last words on the cross (A Good Friday Devotional)

    Words from a dying man can be fearful, resentful or senile, but rarely confident. These last words from the lips of Jesus were confident. These words reflect a true understanding of God and mankind. With such understanding Jesus responded confidently on the cross. Jesus said in Luke 23:24, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Making Today Count For Eternity

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 2, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,159 views

    From the parable of the minas, understand our responsibility as believers to be faithful in preaching the Gospel, the task entrusted to us by our Lord.

    The things that may happen in the future will affect us today. When we know that this recession will drag on for a long time, we have to make plans - to keep our jobs, spend less save more… The government will have to find ways to create jobs for the retrenched, bring forward projects to stimulate ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Excuses

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,725 views

    To lead the children to understand that following Jesus Christ involves being willing to suffer without offering excuses for negligent behavior.

    Perseverance Would-Be Followers – Matt. 8:18-22; Lk 9:57-62 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that following Jesus Christ involves being willing to suffer without offering excuses for negligent behavior. 2. Explanation of the Aim: Many people aspire to follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Facing Opposition From The Carnal

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,305 views

    To lead the children to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people.

    Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 35 – John the Baptist, a Faithful Messenger – Luke 3:1-20; 7:18-23; Mark 6:17-29 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people. 2. Explanation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational