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  • George Bannister avatar

    Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters

    Contributed by George Bannister on May 21, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,081 views

    This is a message dealing with the responsibilities of the Christian citizen as a voter. Vital principles that should govern Christian political decisions and activities are discussed from a Biblical perspective.

    TITLE: “Six Biblical Principles For Christian Voters” TEXT: Matthew 5:13-16 ETS: Believers are to influence their society for Christ. ESS: Believers should follow Biblical principles in fulfilling citizenship duties. OSS: Believers will commit to vote on election day based upon Biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Footholds

    Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,998 views

    The progression of satanic footholds.

    Footholds Ephesians 4:25-32 Ephesians 4:25-32 25 Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another. 26 "Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. 28 Let him who stole ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    We've Been Duped

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 17, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,851 views

    Why does it seem like we have given the devil a “get out of jail free card”?

    WE”VE BEEN DUPED! Why does it seem like we have given the devil a “get out of jail free card”? The Bible says that “It was to destroy the devil’s work that the Son of God revealed himself.” (1John 3:8) Jesus crushed the devil into submission from the cross. “He (Jesus) cancelled ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Can A Born-Again Christian "Bind" And "rebuke” The Devil?

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 25, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,399 views

    A look at what the Bible says about effective spiritual warfare

    The terms "binding" and "rebuking" have risen to the forefront in spiritual warfare and deliverance ministry teaching. The words are most often used to teach that the devil can be "bound" or that angels can be "loosed." This study today is about what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Armed For The Struggle

    Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Jul 8, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,987 views

    We have a winnable war, because we have a Savior who has already won.

    We are continuing our series focusing on Ephesians. We are just a couple of messages from the end line here, but last week we spoke about spiritual warfare out of Ephesians 6, and I started with a story that is a familiar story in history. The prime minster in Britain 1938 was Neville ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming End-Of-Year Battles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 26, 2025
     | 171 views

    This sermon reveals how believers can confront and defeat spiritual battles that arise at the close of the year through divine power, vigilance, and faith.

    OVERCOMING END-OF-YEAR BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:12 Key Verse: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” (Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Transformation Through Renewing The Mind

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,058 views

    When our mind is renewed through prayer and the word of God, our heart will be transformed towards doing the will of God.

    TRANSFORMATION THROUGH RENEWING THE MIND Study Text: Romans 12: 1-2 Introduction: -. Releasing your body to do the will of God and to please Him only is the most reasonable service. -. This is because it is both acceptable to God and rewardable by Him. -. To do this effectively, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Mastering The Art Of Spiritual Combat SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,329 views

    A comprehensive guide on how to effectively engage in spiritual warfare through prayer.

    Beloved, this week's message focuses on a crucial aspect of the Christian faith that many struggle with: Warfare Prayer. We will explore how to engage in effective warfare prayer and emerge victorious. In Revelation 12:7-8, we read about a war that took place in heaven between Michael and his ...read more

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    Go! And Stand Firm In Spiritual Warfare - Ephesians 6:12 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 31, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,201 views

    The Apostle Paul reminds us that the battles we face are not merely physical but spiritual. We live in a world where unseen forces are at work, influencing thoughts, actions, and circumstances.

    Go! And Stand Firm in Spiritual Warfare - Ephesians 6:12 Introduction: Ephesians 6:12 (NLT) says: "For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Security In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 1, 2001
    based on 43 ratings
     | 4,246 views

    How prayer helps us with two enemies that threaten our security.

    We as Americans have a new enemy to fear. I’m talking of course about Osama bin Ladin, the prime suspect in the September 11 terrorist attacks. The son of a Saudi billionaire, bin Ladin has been on the FBI’s most wanted list since 1999. Bin Ladin has been targeting his terrorist actions against our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    The Power Of God Found In This Old Book (Pt 2) Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Aug 1, 2022
     | 1,553 views

    explores the power of God found in Scripture concerning spiritual warfare

    THE POWER OF GOD FOUND IN THIS OLD BOOK (pt 2) SPIRITUAL WARFARE 1. THE FACT OF SPIRITUAL WARFARE. 1 Pet 5:8 Be of sober spirit, be on the alert. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. * Most don’t really believe in the Devil ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Problem Solving Series

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 2, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,641 views

    This Sermon is an adaptation of John Maxwell’s Book, ‘The 21 Indispensable Qualities of a Leader. "

    Problem Solving John 16:33, James 4:7, John 16:33 April 28, 2003 I. There is one thing that is certain about being leaders, and it applies to leading our family and at work and in our service for God, and that thing is that we will face problems. A. We should not be surprised that we face ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Spiritual Slumber Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 29, 2023
     | 2,891 views

    It is a state of spiritual lethargy where one feels uninspired and lacks motivation to pursue their spiritual journey. It is a state of spiritual neglect where one may feel lost, unfulfilled, and lacking purpose.

    SPIRITUAL SLUMBER. Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 29, 2023 1 Peter 5:8–9 (ESV): 8 Be sober-minded and watchful. Your adversary, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Counter-Attack!

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 13, 2005
    based on 70 ratings
     | 17,054 views

    Everything was going well for the church in the first three chapters of Acts. But the crunch comes in chapter four. How do the apostles respond? And how should we?

    Passage: Acts 4:1-22 Intro: The first days of the early church were exciting, thrilling. 1. thousands of people believing in Jesus 2. signs and wonders, healing, “favor with all the people.” 3. they were successful, experiencing explosive growth. 4. but in this chapter, things change ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    How Satan Tempts Us

    Contributed by Joseph Colebank Ii on Jan 18, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,178 views

    The first spoken words recorded in the Bible are those of God as he brought the universe into existence, gave it order, and illumined it with the presence of His holy glory.

    How Satan Tempts us Gen. 3:1-7 Gen. 1:3 The first spoken words recorded in the Bible are those of God as he brought the universe into existence, gave it order, and illumined it with the presence of His holy glory. Eloheem Awmar haw mar ore! God said, "Let there be light" (Gen. 1:3). A. With these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist