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  • Gregory Fisher avatar

    God's Love Has Content!

    Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Feb 20, 2017
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     | 7,235 views

    Our society values inclusiveness and acceptance. But sometimes the Bible presents us with a God that divides and separates. James 4:1=12 seems to be one of these passages. Or, is it?

    In our society one of the worst things that can be said of us is, “They are so divisive”. Our society is all about inclusiveness. We are all about acceptance; all about respecting differences; all about making room for all. That is what makes preaching from James 4:1-12 difficult. It is so ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Keeping The Faith!

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
     | 6,557 views

    There are 2 days of highest concern in Scripture and in our lives: 1. The Day of the Lord, which this msg deals with, and 2. ToDAY - What you do with today will influence your part in the Lord's Day of Judgment.

    Keeping the Faith! 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4 3 Don't let anyone deceive you in any way, for that day will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the man doomed to destruction. 4 He will oppose and will exalt himself over everything that is called God or is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    Living With The Strong Man

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Mar 9, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,475 views

    There is no greater influence in this world harder to resist, than that which appeals to the flesh.

    LIVING WITH THE STRONG MAN Rom 7:14-25 14 For we know that the law is spiritual: but I am carnal, sold under sin. 15 For that which I do I allow not: for what I would, that do I not; but what I hate, that do I. 16 If then I do that which I would not, I consent unto the law that it is good. 17 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ken Pell avatar

    The Virtuous Kingdom: The Virtue Of Lordship Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 17, 2008
     | 3,933 views

    A surrendered heart stands in contrast to one that is stiffnecked and resistant to Divine authority.

    The Virtuous Kingdom: Evidence of the Reign of God in the Human Heart The Virtue of Lordship Mark 11:27-33 Sermon Objective: A surrendered heart stands in contrast to one that is stiffnecked and resistant to Divine authority. Supporting Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6; Matthew 25:31-46; Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Irresistible To God Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 10, 2007
     | 3,167 views

    Part 2 - God cannot resist true humility in his children.

    A couple of weeks ago, as I was finishing our teaching on the life of Moses, I told you that I have a weakness for heroes. A part of what makes heroes so attractive is their rugged independence. They just don’t need anyone else…however, that’s really not a strength. In fact I need to learn how ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God’s Armor (B)

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 25, 2012
     | 3,456 views

    God gives us the tools we need to fight/resist the devil.

    God’s Armor (B) September 28, 2008, Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God gives us the tools we need to fight/resist the devil. Focus Passage: Ephesians 6:16-20 Introduction: • The Belt of Truth – we need to be completely immersed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Interrupting Satan's Plan Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Charles Forshee on Aug 17, 2013
     | 9,985 views

    Interrupting Satan's Plan is about realizing what he is doing and resisting

    Interrupting satan's Plan 1 Peter 5 ........ Around here....We talk a lot about God's Plan for our lives. ....because.....We know from His Word that: God has a Great Plan that includes Abundant Life, Wholeness, Joy, Peace, Strength, Provision and VICTORY.... and MUCH, MUCH MORE God has ...read more

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  • David Radcliff avatar

    If God Says Wait, Don’t Worry - Just Pray!

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 12, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,831 views

    In this world, there are people who welcome change and people who resist change.

    IF GOD SAYS WAIT, DON’T WORRY - JUST PRAY! Jeremiah 29:11-14 In this world, there are people who welcome change and people who resist change. There are those who like to maintain the Status Quo, and others who seek change for the sake of change. There are many things in this world that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Raising Of Lazarus And The Plot To Kill Jesus.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 8, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,683 views

    Religious leaders resisting the 'signs' of Jesus' authenticity.

    THE RAISING OF LAZARUS AND THE PLOT TO KILL JESUS. John 11:38-57. 1. The Raising of Lazarus (John 11:38-45). Far from being unable to prevent death (cf. John 11:37), Jesus was about to overcome death in what was to be the seventh and final significant ‘sign’ (prior to Jesus’ own death and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Watch And Pray PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,695 views

    Emphasize the importance of vigilance and prayer in resisting temptation and overcoming life's trials.

    Good morning, folks! We gather here today in the presence of our Lord to talk about something that is essential to our Christian walk - the need to watch and pray. As we navigate through the ups and downs of life, it's crucial that we keep our eyes wide open and our knees bent in prayer. We're ...read more

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    Don’t Look Don’t Touch

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 5, 2024
     | 907 views

    If you window shop, it will be harder to resist an offer you should refuse.

    Mat 5:27  Ye have heard that it was said by them of old time, Thou shalt not commit adultery:  8  But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.  In this case, grace is more strict than the Law. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking As Children Of Light

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 6, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,324 views

    In this world of sin and darkness, the believers have been called out of darkness to live a life reflecting the work of grace, and to shine forth as light in the midst of the dark world.

    WALKING AS CHILDREN OF LIGHT Study Text: Ephesians 5: 8 - 14 Introduction: - The theme of light and darkness is prominent throughout the Bible. Darkness symbolizes Satan’s evil domain and the sinful deeds of those who do not obey God. - It also represents the spiritual ignorance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Cramer avatar

    The Day Of Pentecost

    Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,547 views

    Learning from the darkness.

    This past Sunday was considered to be the Day of Pentecost Did you look on your calendar? What is it? For ’day of pentecost’ Acts 2:1 And when the DAY OF PENTECOST was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. Acts 20:16 For Paul had determined to sail by Ephesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Oh God, What Am I Doing Here

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 3, 2019
     | 1,789 views

    ALONE IN A DARK CAVE

    OH GOD, WHAT AM I DOING HERE (1st Samuel 31:1-5 ) Intro: Alone in the dark in the Cave Back in my teenage years we would go exploring caves. One day five of us went cave exploring, we only had two flashlights but being young , we thought that was enough. We were deep inside the cave and I decided ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Sun Darkened

    Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 16, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,081 views

    A message of hope in the darkness.

    The Sun Darkened Stand and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational