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  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Victory Through Sorrow’s Deep Sea – Easter Message From A Poem – Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 24, 2023
     | 2,014 views

    What is it like to have a heart melting like wax, and all the bones out of joint and being poured out like water? The Lord knew on the cross – it was for you and me. There was no sorrow like His. The Redeemer of all eternity sealed the new covenant in His own blood.

    VICTORY THROUGH SORROW’S DEEP SEA – EASTER MESSAGE FROM A POEM – PART 2 We will continue this three Part series on the Easter Message from a poem of mine. Today we will look at the thoughts derived from the next 10 stanzas. The material in the poem comes from the following scriptures – Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Natural Man's Reaction To Sin

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 22, 2002
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,844 views

    Lieing to ourselves, others, and God is a foolish way to try to cover our sins.

    THE NATURAL MAN’S REACTION TO SIN I Jn. 1:5-10 INTRO. When we were saved, we were called out of spiritual darkness into light. (I Thess. 5:5) - We are the children of light. But still, there seems to be a problem. John 3:19-21. Those who do wrong hate the light. When light shines in on us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,871 views

    The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 612, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

    Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,289 views

    The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 612, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

    Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jun 14, 2010
     | 5,387 views

    The Bible says, "We are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against the evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world..." (Eph 6:12, NLT). Join us as we study spiritual warfare, angels, demons and the Holy Spirit.

    Supernatural Pt 1- Spiritual Warfare (from a sermon series by Craig Groeschel- Supernatural) First week of a series on the supernatural. Talk about- supernatural-how it fits into-natural world. Two common mistakes: 1. An over emphasis on the supernatural See the demonic in everything- a demon in ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    God With Us Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 20, 2018
     | 6,218 views

    3rd message in an exposition of John's gospel focusing on the wonder of the incarnation

    “God with Us” I. Initial presentation of the Word and His witness 1:1-34 A. Introduction of the Eternal Word, Jesus 1:1-5 B. Introduction to the witness John the Baptist 1:6-8 Many lessons can be drawn from the life of John the Baptist. • Never assume God intends to say, “No” to your ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Victory Over Temptation

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 19, 2017
     | 10,648 views

    Temptation on its own is not the same as sin. Sometimes being tempted makes us feel dirty, but temptation is not sin. Jesus was severely tempted, but that does not mean he was contaminated with the sin.

    VICTORY OVER TEMPTATION Study Text: James 1:12 – 16 Introduction: - We are living in a day of relentless temptations by Satan. Never before has our adversary had such powerful technology with which to glamorize sin. - Temptation on its own is not the same as sin. Sometimes being tempted makes us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by John Gerald on Oct 8, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,369 views

    This addresses the problem of spiritual forces in the world today

    SPIRITUAL WARFARE Rev. John W. Gerald I. THE ENEMY WITHIN Gen. 7:21 And the LORD smelled a sweet savour; and the LORD said in his heart, I will not again curse the ground any more for man’s sake; for the imagination of man’s heart is evil from his youth; neither will I again smite any more every ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Victory Over The Devil By The Blood Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 9, 2023
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     | 11,771 views

    The Devil was overcome by the Blood of Jesus in heaven and driven to the earth. He can be overcome over and over again by the believers here on earth through the Blood of Jesus.

    Victory over the Devil by the Blood of Jesus Christ Study Text: Revelations 12:11 Introduction: -. John captured a glimpse of Heaven’s glorious throne and all he could see was the Lamb of God “slain from the foundation of the world.” - And seeing nobody but Christ, he understood the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Strong In The Lord PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,712 views

    The main point of this sermon is to trust in the Lord's strength and power to overcome life's challenges, standing firm in our faith and relying on His might rather than our own abilities.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive deep into a powerful message from the book of Ephesians, focusing on the power of the Lord, the necessity of standing firm in our faith, and the benefits of being strong in the Lord. Now, we all face challenges and battles in our lives, but ...read more

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    The Lord's Prayer: "Deliver Us From Evil Series

    Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,795 views

    The Christian life is not a Church picnic, attending a nice worship service or adopting the power of positive thinking. It’s a battle with an enemy who relentlessly tries to destroy us and the work of God.

    Elmer Towns, the vice president of Liberty University and dean of its school of religion shared how he was conducting a seminar for about a 150 people at a seminar in California. At the conclusion of the day, he walked over to the end of the first row of chairs by a row of windows, asked every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Stand Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Apr 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,441 views

    To stand against the forces of evil, we must both "get real" and "get ready".

    * To read the writings of Paul is to be reminded of several things. We are reminded that the believer lives differently than the non-believer. We are reminded that the believer, has a specific way to develop and grown. Our beliefs should impact our lives, families, work, play, and performance. * ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grace Exposed

    Contributed by William Lindsey on Dec 14, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,324 views

    The work of the Holy Spirit as discribed by Jesus in john 16:8-11

    Title: Grace Exposed MAIN TEXT: John 16: 8 And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: 9 about sin, because they do not believe in me; 10 about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11 about judgment, because ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    An Outline For An Armed Forces Day Message

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on May 27, 2023
     | 1,158 views

    Armed Forces Day is celebrated the third Saturday in May. This outline reminds believers that every one of us is engaged in a never-ending conflict with various enemies.

    Introduction: According to Wikipedia, Armed Forces Day was established in 1949 and first celebrated in 1950. Since then Armed Forces Day is celebrated on the third Saturday in May as a way to honor all branches of the military. As a military retiree myself, I rejoice in seeing some of our best take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Storming The Gates Of Hell

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Oct 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 481 views

    The Church was never meant to be a museum of saints but a barracks for soldiers. We were not called to maintain comfort, status, or cultural approval—but to advance the Kingdom against the very gates of Hell.

    Matthew 16:18–19 (NKJV) “And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. And I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican