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    Journey Of The Damned

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 25, 2017
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    The mercy of God overcomes the fire of Hell

    JOURNEY OF THE DAMNED Text: 2 Pet 2:4 For if God did not spare angels when they sinned, but sent them to hell, putting them into gloomy dungeons to be held for judgment; 2 Pet 2:5 if he did not spare the ancient world when he brought the flood on its ungodly people, but protected Noah, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rekindle Your Passion

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Mar 18, 2019
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    LET GOD LIGHT A FIRE IN YOU

    REKINDLE YOUR PASSION (PSALMS 42:1-2 ) INTRO: SKIT: SATAN GOT YOUR JOY AND PASSION (1.) Two-person skit: the chained, the Devil (2.) Devil; Wraps chains around the chained (3.) Devil” I’ve got it I’ve stolen his JOY” (4.) Chained “ whoooa is me I’m miserable “ (5.) Devil “I’ve got his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Take A Bath In The Holy Spirit And Be Clean.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 26, 2020
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    Be justified and cleaned by the Holy Spirit and Fire.

    Sermon Title: Take a bath. Scripture Text: Matthew 3: 10-12 10 The axe lies ready at the root of the trees, and every tree that does not produce good fruit will be cut down and thrown into the fire. 11 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Zechariah Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 21, 2021
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    The burning stick snatched from the fire.

    September 18, 2021 Two months after Haggai presented his 4-part sermon series, Zechariah “Yahweh Remembers” began his prophetic ministry. Zechariah’s Messianic Prophecies are among the greatest and most comprehensive of all the minor prophets. With the exception of Isaiah, Zechariah gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Stormbringers Series

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on May 29, 2010
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    For Pentecost Sunday, I wanted to share that we still have a responsibility to be empowered and to be evangelizing.

    In the film version of Ray Bradbury’s “Something Wicked This Way Comes,” the action starts with a cold October wind blowing through a Midwestern town. Let’s look at the theater film preview of this film and give you an idea of what I’m talking about. The “October ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    This Is Good News

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on May 12, 2015
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    The fire had no power, nor was an hair of their head singed, neither were their coats changed, nor the smell of fire had passed.

    Daniel 3:24-27 Then Nebuchadnezzar the king was astounded, and rose up in haste, and spake, and said unto his counsellors, Did not we cast three men bound into the midst of the fire? They answered and said unto the king, True, O king. 25 He answered and said, Lo, I see four men loose, walking in ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Part 2 Failure Is A Better Teacher Than Success Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008
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    This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

    Refined by Failure - 2 Failure is a far better teacher than success. Two great differences between those that fail backwards and those that fail forward. Failing Backwards Failing Forwards Blaming others Taking Responsibility Repeating the same mistakes Learning from each ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Part 3 - Judging Others Puts A Curse On Our Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Cummins on May 7, 2008
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    This series is designed to help people understand how God takes our failures and refines us with them, turning them into successes.

    Refined by Failure A hiker was charged w/ eating an endangered species while tracking the woods of California. After hearing the man had eaten a condor, the judge quickly passed a harsh sentence of 10 years behind bars. Wouldn’t it be great that if today, you could experience immediate change, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Worshiping God In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Feb 26, 2011
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    We worship God in spirit when the Holy Spirit burns away our impurities and washes us clean.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas February 27, 2011 WORSHIPING GOD IN SPIRIT The Glory Due His Name: Part 3 Isaac Butterworth John 4:21a, 23-24 (NIV) ‘Jesus declared..., “...A time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Grace For Prisoners And Jailers

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 31, 2015
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    A sermon shared with prisoners of the England AR Jail. The pain and suffering of Paul and Silas were used to reach the prisoners and Jailer. If they had not be thrown into the Jail the prisoners and Jailer would not have heard the Gospel.

    Intro: In 1993, Charles Colson received the Templeton Prize for Progress in Religion. The $1 million prize is the largest prize for achievement in any field. It is ranked higher than the Nobel prizes in such fields as science and literature, in the belief that religion is more important. Colson, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Created To Be Saints

    Contributed by Dr Fr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 30, 2024
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    Sainthood is not about being perfect. It is about being fully human.

    Created to Be Saints Intro: Sainthood is not about being perfect. It is about being fully human. Scriptures: Revelation 7:2-4, Revelation 7:9-14, 1 John 3:1-3, Matthew 5:1-12. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror and thought, "Me, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    When The Church Is On Trial PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    God tests and refines us through our trials, ultimately leading us to a place of abundance, and we should trust in His promises and provision.

    Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Today, we gather here to explore the depth of God's assurance to us from Psalm 66:10, "For you, God, tested us; you refined us like silver." This divine promise provides a solid foundation for our faith, reminding us that God will provide for our needs, the ...read more

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    The Unhindered Gospel In The Hindered Church Series

    Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 9, 2009
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     | 4,377 views

    I wrote this sermon to preach in a church where the pastor had just died on Wednesday night before. God wanted to demonstrate how His timing and His power is more important than the humans in charge.

    The Unhindered Gospel in the Hindered Church A 20th century philosopher, Gamaliel Bradford, once said that “Life is hope triumphing over experience.” In those words, he summed up 20th century optimism. He implied that humanity would learn from its experience and improve. His hope was in the ...read more

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    Why Jesus Came

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Dec 29, 2002
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     | 14,688 views

    Why Jesus Came

    Why Jesus Came (John6: 38-40) Pre Intro: When Jesus came into this world, His coming was three-fold. First he came as a baby in a manger. It’s nice to think about Jesus as a baby especially at Christmas time, but his mission was not to be just a cute baby for everyone to look at. The second phase ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    In The Heat Of The Night (Or Day) - God Is Our Preserver #1 Series

    Contributed by Duane Wente on Aug 22, 2020
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    No matter what is going on in our lives, no matter the fires we experience, God is our preserver. He may not rescue us from the fire today, but will rescue us from the fires of Hell in the end if we are faithful to Him.

    Introduction When we think of summer, what’s the first thing we think of? Usually the heat. Temperatures in the 90s. High humidity making it feel like it’s over 100O. We think of vacations. We think of taking time off work for a few days to get away from the hectic rat-race of our lives. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ