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  • David Scudder avatar

    God's Protection Through Prayer Part I Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 16, 2011
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     | 4,186 views

    The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing; (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NAU), but how is that possible? We have been learning how to do that here in this model prayer that Jesus gave us. The six requests that Jesus lists here should keep us busy praying.

    Purpose: To alert us to our vulnerability to Satan's attacks. Aim: I want the listener to see the importance of avoiding sin by relying on God's strength. INTRODUCTION: The Bible tells us to pray without ceasing; (1 Thessalonians 5:17 NAU), but how is that possible? We have been learning how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Jailhouse Rock"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 26, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,567 views

    Turning opposition into opportunity.

    Acts 16:16-34 “Jailhouse Rock” Contrary to the opinion of some, Christians are not immune from pain and disappointment. The idea of a cotton-candy theology that promises all health and wealth and no turmoil or tribulation melts away with every tragedy that reeks havoc in our lives. The ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Trouble At Philippi.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 22, 2022
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     | 1,713 views

    Diabolical opposition to the gospel.

    TROUBLE AT PHILIPPI. Acts 16:16-34. One of the hazards of church planting is a problem of space: where and when to gather for worship. Of course, small groups can meet in our homes: but the very beginning of gospel work might, in suitable climates, take place outdoors (cf. Acts 16:13). But ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let’s Go Get Them Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 11, 2013
     | 6,958 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 10: 16 – 26

    Matthew 10: 16 – 26 Let’s Go Get Them 16 “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves. Therefore be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. 17 But beware of men, for they will deliver you up to councils and scourge you in their synagogues. 18 You will be brought before ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Steve Hereford avatar

    Stop Blaming God For Your Sin

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jun 26, 2007
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     | 7,825 views

    James has a strong word for those who blame God for their sin. Read more to learn what it is as Pastor Steve examines James 1:13.

    We have completed our study of trials from James 1:2-12. Now we’re considering temptation. James says in James 1:13-18, “Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God"; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. 14 But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing To Face Temptation Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 23, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,768 views

    Jesus’ preparation for His temptation in the wilderness shows us how to prepare for the temptations we will face in life.

    Words are important and if we’re not careful they can easily be misunderstood. These actual newspaper headlines were collected by graduate students at the Columbia School of Journalism and illustrate that truth: •Autos killing 110 a Day; Let’s Resolve to do Better •Blind Woman Gets New Kidney from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Importance Of Knowing History

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 19, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
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    We must not be set in opposition to God.

    THE IMPORTANCE OF KNOWING HISTORY Acts 7.1-53 S: Church C: Purpose of the Community Th: A People with Purpose Pr: WE MUST NOT BE SET IN OPPOSITION TO GOD. We must not set ourselves in opposition to God. KW: Pleas TS: Since Stephen stands accused of blasphemy, we will find four pleas he makes in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Wants Your Heart, Not Your Hair

    Contributed by Bobby Bulger on Sep 23, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,980 views

    A message of devotion to Christ and the opposition of the Devil!

    Judges 16:16-21 (16) And it came to pass, when she pressed him daily with her words, and urged him, so that his soul was vexed unto death; (17) That he told her all his heart, and said unto her, There hath not come a razor upon mine head; for I have been a Nazarite unto God from my mother’s womb: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Look For The Hook Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 13, 2010
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     | 6,374 views

    Having taken the title from a message that I heard over 20 years ago, this message teaches about the ’hook’ of temptation.

    How to Do Life Look For the Hook James 1:13-16 * Fishing is a fun sport and I really like it. Dad has a catfish pond and almost every time we go home, I wet a hook. However, do you know what I’ve discovered about those fish? They’re fickled. The bait that they ‘tear up’ one day will not even be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fear - How To Overcome It?

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 9, 2024
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     | 1,341 views

    How to live in an anxious world and yet have peace and joy in life? There are hundreds of reasons to be afraid. But only one reason not to be afraid that is our faith in God and our Lord Jesus Christ. There are two kinds of fear! One is Divine and the other is demonic!

    Fear is a painful emotion or passion caused by an expectation of evil or suspicion of impending danger. Fear manifests itself in many ways. Some of the more serious ways include panic attacks, which are defined as “sudden, brief episodes of intense fear”, and phobias, which are defined as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Consistency In Times Of Adversity Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 2, 2014
    based on 18 ratings
     | 22,310 views

    A sermon examining the importance of remaining steadfast in your faith in the midst of trying times.

    CONSISTENCY IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY Acts 5:21-32 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, November 11th, 2025) We love to hear stories about our persecuted brothers and sisters who stand firm in their faith even if it costs them their possessions, positions, power, or prosperity. We celebrate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Reject Evil?

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 16, 2006
     | 3,929 views

    Is there really evil in the world? Are we ready to resist evil?

    Some questions are hard to answer. And they should be hard. As a minister I stand before a bride and groom and ask, “Do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forth, as long as you both shall live?” Then I ask the groom a similar question. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Glenn Newton avatar

    Escaping The Squeeze Of Temptation Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 18, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 5,042 views

    As Christians we need to understand that temptation is apart of life, but we can resist and have the victory... but we need to know the key.

    Escaping The Squeeze of Temptation Series #2 Victory over Temptation Pastor Glenn Newton July 10, 2005 I Cor. 10: 12-13 “So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you don’t fall! 13 No temptation has seized you except what is common to man. And God is faithful; he will not let you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • John White avatar

    A Message From The First Mother

    Contributed by John White on May 9, 2010
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     | 5,334 views

    What would the first mother say if she could speak to us today?

    A MESSAGE FROM THE FIRST MOTHER Gen. 3:1-7 "Now the serpent was more subtil than any beast of the field which the LORD God had made. And he said unto the woman, Yea, hath God said, Ye shall not eat of every tree of the garden? And the woman said unto the serpent, We may eat of the fruit of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Legalism Rears Its Ugly Head! Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 3, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
     | 9,219 views

    Reasons why legalism must be resisted.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 22 "Legalism Rears Its Ugly Head" Acts 15:1-23 Tonight I want to speak to you on the very touchy subject of legalism. I thought, Oh well I spoke on money this morning I might as well ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist