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  • Lester Potts avatar

    The Divine Word: An Exploration Of John 1:1-5

    Contributed by Lester Potts on Jan 7, 2026
     | 89 views

    John 1:1-5 Presents one of the most profound theologically significant passages in all of Christian literature.

    The Divine Word: An Exploration of John 1:1-5 The opening verses of the Gospel according to John—John 1:1-5—stand as some of the most profound and theologically significant passages in all of Christian Scripture. For countless believers, these words not only anchor their understanding of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Battle For The Mind Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Feb 14, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,587 views

    The enemy of God is the enemy of the mind. How do we fight this battle for our thoughts?

    C.S. Lewis quote: There are two equal and opposite errors into which our race can fall about the devils. One is to disbelieve in their existence. The other is to believe, and to feel an excessive and unhealthy interest in them. They themselves are equally pleased by both errors and hail a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Enemy At The Gates Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,445 views

    Continuing in looking at Jesus the King (5th in Worship the King series), we see He was our tempted King, and how He can help us when we are tempted.

    Luke 4:1-13 – Enemy at the Gates The devotional Today in the Word for January 5, 1997, tells the story of Manfred von Richthofen. Maybe you don’t know him by that name. Maybe you know him better as the Red Baron. Richthofen was the celebrated World War I pilot who was responsible for shooting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Authority Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,982 views

    In this narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Almighty Son of God, and, as such, that He possesses the very authority of God.

    I. Christ?s authority was demonstrated In His teaching (verse 22) A. By His manner of teaching 1. Taught with authority not from tradition a. Matthew 15:9 "But in vain they do worship me, teaching for doctrines the commandments of men." b. Other teachers relied on esteemed men. They taught their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Armor

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 29, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,219 views

    If every Christian is not fighting an active engagment with satan and with flesh/self...these individules are already DEAD!!! If we wish to remain spiritually alive and win the "prize" set before us, we must properly arm ourselves properly.

    As Christians, we realize....all too soon in our Christian walk, that the battle between us and the lusts of the flesh...between us and the world...between us and the allurement of satan.....these things are tremendously difficult! A. When we read passages indicating that we are truly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Escape From The Midnight Battles And Arrows. Series

    Contributed by Godday Osoba on Feb 22, 2023
     | 3,484 views

    Do you know? The average christian loves peace. Most Christians pre-occupy themselves with seeking and pursuing peace. Nobody wants conflicts and hostilities. Most of us we like to go through a whole year without a single attack.. smile! That is a Dream that will never come to pass.

    Hymn: STANDUP, STANDUP FOR JESUS No. 0680 SS & S Hymn book Hallelujah.... * Good Morning to you all Daddies, Mummies, Brothers and Sisters may our good Lord Bless and use his Favour to honour you and your household. AMEN..... On these day been the the concluding day of our 21- days ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cosmos: Satan’s System Of Control Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025
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     | 586 views

    As we continue our journey into spiritual warfare, we turn our focus to what the Bible calls “the world”—not the physical earth, but the organized system under Satan.

    The Cosmos: Satan’s System of Control January 12, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 John 2:15–17 Introduction: The Hidden Hand Behind the World Good morning, church. As we continue our journey into spiritual warfare, we turn our focus to what the Bible calls “the world”—not ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Wings Like Eagles PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 23, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,150 views

    This sermon encourages discernment in understanding God's divine directions, commitment to devotion, and patience in waiting for God's timing. Mark

    Good morning, beloved. I stand here today, not as one who has all the answers, but as one who, like you, seeks to understand the divine directions God has for us, to commit ourselves to devotion, and to understand the dynamics of divine waiting. We are all here, not by accident, but by divine ...read more

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    The Obsession With Jezebel

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 28, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,155 views

    Jezebel is the primary demonic creature taking all the blame for the ill's of society and the seduction of the Born-Again Christian

    Within a fringe element of the church, known as “deliverance ministry,” there is an obsessive fetish with demonic spirits who are blamed for virtually everything wrong in society and within the culture, and are believed to be the instigators of Christian misbehavior. The goal of ‘deliverance’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Something's Got A Hold Of My Life

    Contributed by Paul Berkley on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 233 ratings
     | 78,479 views

    The destruction of Satanic strongholds is a spiritual battle that can be won.

    Something’s Got a Hold of My Life II Corinthians 10: 3- 5. First Baptist Church September 26th , 2001 P.M. In 1863 the Emancipation Proclamation was proclaimed in America. The word spread from Capitol Hill down into the valleys of Virginia, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fear Factor

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jan 10, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,177 views

    A Halloween Message that those of you who think we should turn off the lights, draw the blinds and not participate will not like at all! Do you really have to cast a vote against it?

    31, October 2004 Dakota Community Church The Fear Factor Unmasking the Reality of Evil Introduction: Well it’s Halloween so I thought I would take a break from our women series to talk about the topic on the minds of so many Christians at this time of year. In order to receive what I believe the ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Understanding The Kingdom Of God

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 15, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,794 views

    God wants us to have an understanding and a revelation of His Kingdom which will help us to understand who we really are. If we do not understand who we are in Christ, we are never going to be able to access the blessings of heaven. God wants us to have a

    Understanding The Kingdom Of God God wants us to have an understanding and a revelation of His Kingdom which will help us to understand who we really are. If we do not understand who we are in Christ, we are never going to be able to access the blessings of heaven. God wants us to have a picture ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    What Is The Catch

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,587 views

    Calling of the Disciples, Jesus as people for trivial things to be seen in the world.

    In the past few Sabbath days we have tracked Jesus movements since John the Baptist. Last week he was run out of his home town because he expected people accept him for who he was He came home and he was no longer the carpenter’s son. He was God’s son. So either he was nuts or a sinner, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Hope That Comes From Brokenness Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017
     | 5,805 views

    This is the 21st sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

    Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#21] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM BROKENNESS Lamentations 3:16 Introduction: After reading our text this morning, I have decided to start a new series, (not really). Lamentations 3:16 (NIV) “He has broken my teeth with gravel; he has trampled me in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Garments That We Must Put On Series

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 30, 2025
     | 441 views

    1. PUT ON THE WHOLE ARMOUR OF GOD 2. PUT ON THE NEW MAN 3. PUT ON THE LORD JESUS CHRIST

    SPIRITUAL GARMENTS THAT WE MUST PUT ON 1. PUT ON THE WHOLE ARMOUR OF GOD 2. PUT ON THE NEW MAN 3. PUT ON THE LORD JESUS CHRIST ************************ 1. PUT ON THE WHOLE ARMOUR OF GOD Ephesians 6 : 10 - 18 10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. 11 Put on the full ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal