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  • Rusty Tardo avatar

    The Sin Of Numbering Israel

    Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Jan 18, 2009
    based on 12 ratings
     | 29,282 views

    Here is an Old Testament text with a right now application on the sins of pride and self-sufficiency. How do you measure success?

    The Sin of Numbering Israel November 9, 2008 Dr. Russell K. Tardo The text is found in 1 Chronicles, chapter 21, an Old Testament text with a New Testament application. This is the account of King David’s numbering of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Control Freak

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 15, 2023
     | 3,003 views

    Have you ever known a controlling type person? What's at the heart of being a control freak? You may be thinking of someone who needs to hear this sermon but just because we may not be a 'control freak' that doesn't mean we don't have any control issues.

    CONTROL FREAK Have you ever known someone who could have this label attached to them? People who feel they have to control you, the situation; everything? There are people who like to micromanage things. There are people who get very upset if you don't take their advice. People who have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Hill avatar

    Beyond Imagination - God's Power For Growth Series

    Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 21, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,126 views

    God’s power for growth is beyond our imagination but within our grasp.

    I. The power to be (vv 14-15) A. Paul acknowledges the power and sovereignty of God 1. He kneels – not a posture of prayer but of obedience before kings 2. God names all families in heaven and earth a. Naming is a sign of power b. Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah were a group of teens who had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Shine Jesus Shine

    Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Dec 26, 2023
     | 2,343 views

    Are you walking in the light or in darkness?

    There has been a question that has been in my Spirit. How important is light in a world so dark? By asking this question where a country is divided by race, culture and yes even political affiliation. Where nations are forbidden Christians to witness the True Gospel of the True and Living God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing Old Gracefully Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 22, 2017
     | 7,942 views

    Pass the tests of life when you revel in your losses, receive Christ into your heart, and take responsibility for your own sin.

    Richard S. Halverson, the former U.S. Senate Chaplain, used to challenge people with the following image: You're going to meet an old man [or woman] someday down the road – ten, thirty, fifty years from now – waiting there for you. You'll be catching up with him [or her]. What kind of old man [or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How To Overcome Challenges To Your Leadership

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 4,619 views

    Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews.

    1. Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews. The differing tribal perspectives meant that Grecian Jews felt that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Challenges To Your Leadership

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
     | 3,823 views

    The apostles were blessed by God with great growth in their fellowship as a result of their Spirit applied solutions to a prickly problem. Dr. Luke wrote, Then the word of God spread and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem.

    1. Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews. The differing tribal perspectives meant that Grecian Jews felt that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sin Crouches At Our Door

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,293 views

    Sin desires to destroy. We must rule over sin.

    SIN CROUCHES AT OUR DOOR (Outline) July 16, 2023 – Pentecost 7 – GENESIS 4:3-12 INTRO.: In the middle of our text today our theme jumps out at us. “…sin is crouching at the door…” The Lord God warns believers about the danger of sin. We always need to hear the Lord’s warning that sin is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Can You Hear The Sound Of Marching?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 27, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,099 views

    David's battles with the Philistines provide a model for Christians as they resist the intrusion of the world into daily life.

    “The Philistines came up yet again and spread out in the Valley of Rephaim. And when David inquired of the LORD, he said, ‘You shall not go up; go around to their rear, and come against them opposite the balsam trees. And when you hear the sound of marching in the tops of the balsam trees, then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking Free From Spiritual Weakness And Prayerlessness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025
     | 209 views

    One of the greatest attacks on the believer today is spiritual weakness, often expressed as lukewarmness, lack of prayer, tiredness in spiritual matters, and loss of hunger for God.

    BREAKING FREE FROM SPIRITUAL WEAKNESS AND PRAYERLESSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 26:40-41 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:29-31; Romans 12:11; Ephesians 6:18; Luke 18:1; Revelation 3:15-16 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest attacks on the believer today is spiritual weakness, often ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Was Tempted

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 27, 2001
    based on 274 ratings
     | 23,632 views

    The First Sunday in Lent Temptation of Jesus

    1st Sunday of Lent "Jesus was tempted"   When I say the word Jesus what kind of mental picture comes into your mind? Close your eyes for just a second, don’t fall asleep, what kind of picture flashes in your mind’s eye at the sound of the word Jesus? Do ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jose R. Hernandez avatar

    The Three Truths

    Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Oct 19, 2000
    based on 101 ratings
     | 6,296 views

    Three truths about trials and temptations.

    The Three Truths I was speaking to someone the other day and I am not sure exactly how it happened, but somehow we began talking about temptation. Has anyone here ever thought about this subject? This is something that if we begin thinking about can be quite perplexing. Therefore, today I want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Darren Rogers avatar

    Daniel Chapter 3a Series

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,299 views

    How do you deal with temptation?

    A. Chapter 3 Outline I. Daniel’s Friends Would Not Bow (3:1-7) a. The King’s Pride (3:1) b. The King’s Politicians (3:2-3) c. The King’s Proclamation (3:4-5) d. The King’s Penalty (3:6-7) II. Daniel’s Friends Would Not Budge (3:8-23) a. The Threat (3:8-15) i. The Astrologer’s Report ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Purifying Your Heart Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 15, 2025
     | 1,303 views

    To purify our hearts is to remove anything that contaminates our relationship with Him—sin, unforgiveness, and worldly distractions.

    Title: PURIFYING YOUR HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 51:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:8, James 4:8, 1 John 1:9 A pure heart is essential for every believer who desires to walk closely with God. The Bible teaches that a pure heart is the key to receiving from God and experiencing ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living The Life - A Call To Godly Living

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,037 views

    God desires that every believer lead a righteous life but our culture places a lot of pressure on Christians to "fit in." How can we resist the secular influences of our time? The apostle Paul reveals how to pursue holiness and resist compromise.

    Living the Life - A Call to Godly Living Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction: God desires that every believer lead a righteous life. But our culture places a tremendous amount of pressure on Christians to "fit in." The doctrines of our faith are often mocked and ridiculed in the public ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God