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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Know The Consequences Of Throwing Stones. (Part Two)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 27, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,902 views

    Part #1 was: ONLY IDIOTS THROW STONES. This is part#2: The consequences of throwing stones. Beware throwing stones can bring much damage to the work of God. Lay down that stone.

    THE CONSEQUENCES OF THROWING STONES By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Part #2, Part #1 is: Only idiots throw stones.) Text: 2 Corinthians 4:4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Preparing For Perseverance

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 29, 2019
     | 7,406 views

    In the midst of a rapidly changing culture, with struggles unlike we've faced in the past, how do we overcome and remain vibrant in ministry? Paul answers these vital questions within the text. Those who overcome and remain passionate for the Lord must make necessary preparations.

    Preparing for Perseverance 2 Corinthians 4: 16-18 As we close out another year and stand on the verge of the New Year, no doubt this has been a memorable year for each of us. We have all faced difficulties and adversity, heartache and pain; and yet these struggles were tempered with grace and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Alienation - Corruptness Series

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023
     | 1,380 views

    First in a series on mankind's spiritual state against God...covering alienation through corruptness.

    21 States of Man without God (First in series) In today’s message we are going to start a series on the state or conditions of man without God. In this series we will cover 21 states each of us may have been in or are currently in right now. And in looking at these conditions that we find ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Nic At Night Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 30, 2017
     | 13,164 views

    A study of the Gospel of John 3: 1 - 21

    John 3: 1 - 21 Nic At Night 1 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him.” 3 Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    A Promise Of Prosperity Series

    Contributed by Aubery Moore on Dec 17, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,788 views

    The sermon utilizes Maya Angelou’s Amazing Peace to lift up critical issues raised during this Christmas season and examines how the promisie of the Messiaha responds to those conderns.

    Amazing Peace: A Promise of Prosperity Isaiah 9.1-7 As we lend our attention to the advent season I am cautiously optimistic about what this season brings in the light of a difficult year in our nations history. As we examine the past twelve months we find ourselves needing a season of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Teachings

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Feb 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,330 views

    The message talks about Jesus' words to living a good life.

    Text: “It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). Jesus is the Son of God. He walked the face of the earth preaching and teaching the multitudes of people. Many listened to what He had to say, but on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Decision!

    Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 14,280 views

    Decision is an important thing in life.Life is all about decisions of life or death,good or evil.How & how long you take your decision dertemines you life.Make wise and quick decision for life!

    “Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision! For the day of the LORD is near in the valley of decision. The sun and moon will be darkened, and the stars no longer shine.” Joel 3:14-15 Decision is one thing that is very important in life. You can’t do without it but you need not to keep it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Gospel According To John

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 3, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,735 views

    A new series from the book of John

    Text: John 1:1-5 The Gospel According to John John the beloved disciple who belonged to the inner circle of Jesus’ followers. In a broad sense, John wrote this gospel to provide Asia Minor a fuller understanding of the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. More specifically, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Turning Point

    Contributed by David King on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 31 ratings
     | 61,706 views

    The best has not been told about your story. There is a new beginning for you in and through Christ this year. Your destiny is not in the hands of your oppressors. God will take you from obscurity to prominence because of His mercies. It is well.

    THE TURNING POINT “When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with singing: then said they among the heathen, The LORD hath done great things for them. The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sin Of Unhappiness

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jul 7, 2025
     | 190 views

    There are sins we readily confess: pride, lust, envy, greed. There are others we justify, excuse, or even cherish. But there is one sin we rarely recognize—the sin of unhappiness.

    “The Sin of Unhappiness: When Joy Becomes Our Responsibility” “Because you did not serve the Lord your God with joy and gladness of heart, for the abundance of everything, therefore you shall serve your enemies…” — Deuteronomy 28:47–48 ________________________________________ Introduction: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 28, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 236 views

    Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength.

    Title: Christ's Light Overcomes All Inner Darkness Intro: Our weaknesses become channels for God's strength. Scripture: John 8:12 Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, The journey inward is perhaps the most challenging pilgrimage we will ever undertake. "Do not just look around. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God Is Light Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 27, 2023
     | 1,681 views

    1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people.

    God is Light April 30, 2023 1st John isn’t a letter, but a poetic sermon sent to churches that were being threatened by hostile people. John was writing to a group of believers scattered around Asia who needed encouragement. 1 John 1:5-7 NIV This is the message we have heard from him and declare ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lucifer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,231 views

    Explore the story of Lucifer's fall from heaven, highlighting the dangers of pride and self-exaltation, and urging us to learn from this tale to avoid similar pitfalls.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to tackle a challenging topic that's as old as creation itself. We're going to dive into the story of Lucifer, his pride, his fall, and the warning that his story serves for us all. As A.W. Tozer once said, "The devil is a better theologian than any ...read more

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    Judgment On Arrogance & Oppression PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 765 views

    The main point of this sermon is to emphasize the importance of humility, justice, and seeking God's deliverance in the face of arrogance, oppression, and the consequences of such actions.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into the book of Isaiah, where God speaks to us about His judgment on arrogance and oppression, the consequences of such attitudes and actions, and the hope He offers for deliverance from them. As we begin, let's remember the wise words of ...read more

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    Victorious In Christ Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 12, 2011
     | 8,097 views

    In Ephesians 2:1-7 we see how to have Victory in Christ, regardless of the circumstances through: 1) The Church (Revelation 2:1), 2) The Commendation (Revelation 2:2–3, 6), 3) The Concern (Revelation 2:4), 4) The Command (Revelation 2:5), and 5) The Couns

    Today, more than 200 million Christians around the world face brutal opposition and persecution for simply naming Jesus as their Lord and Saviour and for choosing to serve Him. Their daily reality includes discrimination, intimidation, attacks, fines, imprisonment, unimaginable torture, and even ...read more

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    Denomination: Other