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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Songs Of Ascent – Part 2 – Psalm 120 – Trouble And Persecution Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jan 27, 2023
     | 2,509 views

    The first Psalm of Ascent looks at trouble and what to do with lying lips and a deceitful tongue. We have difficulties and persecution but God is the Mighty Rock and our refuge. We dwell in an evil world but God is in control!

    THE SONGS OF ASCENT – PART 2 – PSALM 120 – TROUBLE AND PERSECUTION (A). O, THE GRIEF OF THE TROUBLED SOUL {{Psalm 120:1 “In my trouble I cried to the LORD and He answered me.”}} The Introduction for these Psalms has been done in Part 1, and today we commence with Psalm 120, obviously the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sin Of Complaining/Grumbling Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jul 5, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,482 views

    Complaining is so common these days. People like to complain about everything. Did you realize that complaining is directed at God, who has control over our circumstances? That is why complaining can be a serious sin.

    Illustration: A man walked into a hardware store and asked for a chain saw advertised to cut six trees in an hour. He returned the next day, fussing and complaining, "This chainsaw is defective. It would only cut one tree, and it took ALL DAY!" The salesman said, "Let me look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Living For Christ Or For Self

    Contributed by Raymond Williams on Feb 19, 2021
     | 4,256 views

    Those things which I believe in, things that take precedence over all matters has become for the most part a point of ridicule by those who seem to control what we need to know.

    The majority of the sermons of Rev. Raymond Williams comes from the sermon notes he preached from and are not always fluid. Living for Christ or Living for Self Interest If anyone wants to do God’s will, he will know about my teaching, whether it is from God or whether I speak from my own ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Felix Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 11, 2022
     | 2,882 views

    Felix represents many people intrigued by the gospel but recognizes that surrendering to it means losing status, power, or control of their own lives. Mere exposure to truth does not necessarily enlighten the heart, and Felix is an excellent example of that.

    Felix Felix was Festus' predecessor. He imprisoned Paul but allowed him to speak in his defense. He hoped Paul would offer him a bribe, but he never did. Festus thought Paul was delusional, but he did not think that was cause for putting him to death or locking him up, so he let him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Man Who Lived Among The Tombs: The Gospel Hidden In Plain Sight Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 20, 2023
     | 2,620 views

    What exactly is possession? It’s when a demon has actually entered someone and is exerting a level of control over the person. All of us today have been influenced by demons from time to time.

    In my hometown growing up there was a main drive you’d go down called Grand Avenue. And as kids we’d often be traveling with the family in the car. And along grand avenue there was this huge grave yard, I mean like 5 blocks long, and we’d always say, hold your breath, as we passed by the graveyard. ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Worshiping God With Our Bodies 1 Tim. 2:8-10

    Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Mar 14, 2024
     | 600 views

    We worship God with our holy hands ( 1 Tim. 2:8), our modest dress (1 Tim. 2:9-10), and through controlling our tongue (James 3:9-10)

    Worshiping God With Our Bodies 1. Lift up Holy Hands in Worship (1 Tim. 2:8; Psalm 134:2). A. Worship without _anger_ (1 Tim. 2:8). I. Sometimes there is a fine line between _anger_ and _determination_. Determination and excitement often give way to anger. Most people are aware of circadian ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Nov 29, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 567 views

    Satan is real, not a metaphor. But he is not an independent force for evil; he is a created being, and therefore under God's sovereign control. Here is what Peter tells us about how to defeat him.

    We live in a rationalistic age. We live at a time when a purely materialistic view of the world is the one commonly accepted, a time when talk of the supernatural is dismissed as nothing more than fables and legends, myths and superstitions; the archaic remnants of a medieval world view. Our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Did I Get Into This Mess? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2013
    based on 97 ratings
     | 31,268 views

    Is it sinful to borrow money? Is it evil to declare bankruptcy? And why do so many people seem to be in financial trouble today?

    OPEN: Years ago, I had a friend who attended a Bible Study at my home. He shared with our study that when he graduated from High School, he had a life goal. His life goal was to be a million dollars in debt before he reached the age of 30… and THEN he’d declare bankruptcy. He said he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Greatness In God's Kingdom

    Contributed by Shishir Bhandari on Aug 17, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 10,848 views

    The Lord’s value system in His Kingdom for greatness is the total opposite of what we have known in this Satan - controlled world so we must become servants of all to become great in God’s Kingdom.

    Introduction: The Lord’s philosophy is in reverse with the world’s philosophy. To be great in the world is to put importance on oneself. In the eyes of the world, you are great based on the position or title that preceeds or follows your name. You may be a lawyer, an engineer, a doctor, and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Consecration: The Requirement Of A Successful Steward Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 17, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,834 views

    Possessions alone do not give spiritual fulfillment. Only Jesus Christ gives spiritual fulfillment. Spiritual fulfillment is found when we receive Jesus Christ into our lives and submit everything to his sovereign control.

    Scripture For the past two Sundays we have been in a series of messages on The ABCs of Stewardship. The material for this series of sermons comes from Dr. John Maxwell. So far we have looked at “Attitude: The Response of a Successful Steward,” and “Blessings: The Resources of a Successful ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    How Do You Approach Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 10, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,110 views

    Meet 5 people or groups who approached Jesus in many different ways. Jesus reaction tells a lot about how we should and should not approach Jesus when we are in need, in grief, in sin, or in control.

    How do you approach Jesus? Here are some possibilities: Burn with anger Shrug your shoulders in indifference Look the other way Run the other way Stand off at a distance Look down your nose Bow prostrate Run into His arms Run up to Him and demand One thing’s for sure - we all approach Him ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Obedience Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,769 views

    Yes, obedience can be a big, difficult and sometimes bitter-tasting bill to for us to swallow. It costs us, sometimes richly, in pride, preference, personal control and self-sufficiency. Nevertheless, it is absolutely necessary if we are to maintain our

    OBEDIENCE Series: “7 Spiritually Healthy Habits” Perth Bible Church Sunday, November 1, 2009 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: Ron Dentinger warns: “Health care is getting far too expensive. I just got a prescription. The instructions read: 'Take one every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Elkins avatar

    Living Cycle Free Series

    Contributed by Mark Elkins on Mar 24, 2008
     | 4,041 views

    The one common denominator between all cycles is they control you. The One common thread to breaking all cycles is hearing from God and obeying. Today, let’s understand what it is to be set free from cycles.

    LIVING CYCLE FREE!! Philippians 2:12-15 This month we have talked about breaking cycles. There are several cycles that we haven’t talked about. The one common denominator between all cycles is they control you. The One common thread to breaking all cycles is hearing from God and obeying. Today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ross Cochrane avatar

    Part 2 - Genesis 16:1-6 - I Keep Coming Back! Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Apr 4, 2010
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,287 views

    A young woman is being abused by the person she is living with. She feels powerless and no longer in control of her life. Oh, she has not been physically assaulted, nevertheless she feels hurt, scared and humiliated.

    Part 2 - Genesis 16:1-16 - I KEEP COMING BACK! A young woman is being abused by the person she is living with. She feels powerless and no longer in control of her life. Oh, she has not been physically assaulted, nevertheless she feels hurt, scared and humiliated. She is being threatened and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Hit List Of The Adversary

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 17, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,308 views

    Satan's goal us ti discourage you so that you feel like giving up. Oftentimes we are defeated because discouragement sets in and the adversary takes control of our situation because we relinquish it.

    TITLE: THE HIT LIST OF THE ADVERSARY SCRIPTURE: JOB 2:1-2 I have listened to testimonies from this past Wednesday evening Prayer Service as well as the past few weeks during the Sunday morning Worship experience, seems to me there are many of us that are going through. The past 30-days seems ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist