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  • NNAEMEKA DURUEKE avatar

    Sacrificial Living

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jul 9, 2016
     | 3,733 views

    GOD EXPECTS US TO LIVE SACRIFICIALLY. TO SHOW HIM LOVE

    SACRIFICIAL LIVING MAIN TEXT: HEBREWS 11:24-25 By faith Moses, when he was come to years, refused to be called the son of Pharaoh's daughter; Choosing rather to suffer affliction with the people of God, than to enjoy the pleasures of sin for a season; HEBREWS 11:37 They were stoned, they were sawn ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Palm Sunday

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 18, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 7,308 views

    It’s not easy to pair a celebratory parade with a trial and execution.

    It’s not easy to pair a celebratory parade with a trial and execution. So, two thoughts on Palm Sunday and Passion Sunday. Untie the colt and bring it here. As Rev. Dr. Jennifer A. Little noted, we can enter into this story in so many places. How about identifying with those sent by Jesus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Trust God And Discover His Peace Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,185 views

    In The Bible, God reveals His nature and promises.

    Trust God and discover His peace Do you commit everything you do to God? God’s timing is not our timing, if you trust Him, He will help you. “Commit everything you do to the LORD. Trust Him, and He will help you. Be still in the presence of the LORD, and wait patiently for Him to act.” (Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Let Your Yes Be Yes Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 711 views

    Jesus always kept his promises and made time for silence and reflection. We can learn from his example to manage our time well.

    You might be thinking, "What does Jesus know about my crazy schedule? He didn't have to deal with school, homework, sports, social media, and everything else I've got going on." But here's the thing, Jesus totally gets it. He had people pulling him in all directions, but he still managed to keep ...read more

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    Listen In The Wilderness Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 699 views

    God often speaks to us in a still small voice, especially in our most vulnerable moments. We need to learn to quiet our minds and hearts to hear Him.

    Today, we're diving into the story of Elijah, a dude who knew a thing or two about tough times. So, picture this: Elijah, fresh off a major win against the prophets of Baal, is now hiding in a cave. He's scared, feeling alone, and probably wondering what's next. God shows up and asks him, 'What are ...read more

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    The Visitation Series

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 28, 2025
     | 376 views

    The Visitation

    Acts 10:1-8 The Visitation The Man His Place - 1 There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, His Position - a centurion of the band called the Italian band, His Piety - 2 A devout man, His Purity - and one that feared God with all his house, His Philanthropy - which gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Physiology Of Faith - Class 6 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 16, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,201 views

    XI. The Fear Factor XII. Breaking the Fear Cycle

    XI. THE FEAR FACTOR “Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation." (Isa 12:2) A. One of the greatest truths of Christianity is God's promise to always be with us. Yet, this is the one truth we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Excited Anticipation Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 7, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 18,715 views

    Abel and Enoch were unusual choices for the first representatives of God’s parade of faith. Why did God use them and what does this tell us about faith?

    OPEN: In college, Ken Davis (a popular youth speaker) was asked to prepare a lesson to teach his speech class. They were to be graded on their creativity and ability to drive home a point in a memorable way. The title of his talk was, "The Law of the Pendulum." He spent 20 minutes carefully ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pilate: How To Decide What To Do About Jesus Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 22, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 9,472 views

    We all must decide what we are going to do about Jesus.

    Introduction: In Mel Gibson’s The Passion of the Christ, one of Jesus biggest assets appears to be the Roman Prefect, Pilate. A Pilate goes head to head with the religious leadership in defense of Christ. a If Jesus was a self-professed King, then Pilate could kill him for treason. b If Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Is Coming?

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Dec 9, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,078 views

    A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent Series B About John the Baptist pointing to Christ

    3rd Sunday in Advent Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 John 1:6-8, 19-28 "Who Is Coming?" Isaiah 61: 1 ¶ The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good tidings to the afflicted; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Salvation Is Here

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 17, 2001
    based on 334 ratings
     | 33,825 views

    A sermon for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany

    During this season of Epiphany, the baby who was born in the manger on Christmas comes alive for us. During this season, we see who this child really is. We see Jesus in many different ways during this season. Last Sunday, we saw that he was concerned about his mother and wedding party he had ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Two Biblical Prayer Patterns, One For The Believer And One For The Lost. Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,816 views

    Let us pray effectively. We look at some Biblical prayer patterns one for the believer and one for the lost.

    TWO BIBLICAL PRAYER PATTERNS, ONE FOR THE BELIEVER AND ONE FOR THE SINNER. BY Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I copy this abbreviated outline and give it as a handout as I teach this lesson. By giving this one page outline to take home, you will enable those that receive this lesson ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus - King Of Kings

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,802 views

    Early in America's history, tax collectors asked for that which belonged to the king of England, and colonists frequently said, "We have no king but Jesus". I ask you:"Is Jesus still our King?"

    ILLUSTRATION Let me present you with a portion of the speech John Ashcroft gave at Bob Jones University back in 1999. Ashcroft said: “A slogan of the American revolution which was so distressing to the emissaries of the king that it was found in correspondence sent back to England, was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Forgiveness In The Home Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 22, 2016
     | 4,884 views

    Reconciliation for broken relationships is only possible when justice and forgiveness meet.

    In Ernest Hemmingway’s short story “The Capital of the World,” three aspiring bull fighters try to make a name for themselves in Madrid. Hemmingway introduces this short story by telling the reader about a young man named Paco who had run away from his father to the big city of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Having A Powerful Faith Series

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 1, 2024
     | 1,314 views

    The bible teaches us that having a genuine faith is more precious than gold. The faith that God has for us will be tested by fire.

    Back to the Basics – Powerful Faith Opener: Good morning everyone! It is so nice to see every here this morning. We are in a wonderful series titled “Back to the Basics”. During this series we have been covering a number of different topics. Some of the topics that we have already discussed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God