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  • Izak Shipman avatar

    When God Deals With Pride! Series

    Contributed by Izak Shipman on Feb 27, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 8,790 views

    These verses show a perfect case study in how God dealt with the pride in Saul’s life. Also answering the questions 1. What is pride, where did it come from and how God deals with it.

    Acts 9:23 – 31 23 Now after many days were past, the Jews plotted to kill him. 24But their plot became known to Saul. And they watched the gates day and night, to kill him. 25Then the disciples took him by night and let him down through the wall in a large basket. 26. And when Saul had come to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Particulars Of Christian Character Development - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    What character qualities have to do with my relationship with the world about me?

    Today we are going to continue our consideration of the particulars of Christian character development. We note that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are going to progress toward Christ-likeness (vs. 5-7). He seems to list ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Destiny - Part Seven

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,481 views

    Idolatry can control a believer’s life and cause confusion and heartaches. A believer living like this is looking for a spiritual accent in their life, and that’s about all. It’s just like a spiritual band aid. This becomes a carnal relationship with t

    THE BIRTH OF A DREAM We had good services this morning, especially with having as many visitors as we did. We should remember them in prayer that the Lord will continue what perhaps began in their hearts. Traditionally, Easter and Christmas can bring in people that don’t normally attend church ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,214 views

    This sermon focuses on Peter and forgiveness

    Peter stood tall among the disciples. He was one of Jesus closest friends and everyone knew it. While they sat at the table, Jesus began to describe the hard road he was about to face. In a moment that must have been very difficult for Jesus. He looks out at his disciples, his closest friends and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Patient Faith

    Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Jan 23, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,918 views

    God often asks us to wait and trust Him that He will come through and that patience will strengthen our faith for the tasks ahead.

    A Patient Faith Griffith Baptist Church – 1/25/09 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:30 (Joshua 6:1-20) Key verse: Hebrews 11:30 - By faith the walls of Jericho fell down, after they were compassed about seven days. Premise: God often asks us to wait and trust Him that He will come through and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Compromised Potential

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 12, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,369 views

    COMPROMISED POTENTIAL

    COMPROMISED POTENTIAL 10/11/2007 10/18/2007 Mark 8:22-25 22 And he cometh to Bethsaida; and they bring a blind man unto him, and besought him to touch him. 23 And he took the blind man by the hand, and led him out of the town; and when he had spit on his eyes, and put his hands upon him, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    911-When Tragedy Strikes

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Sep 10, 2011
     | 4,643 views

    Disaster will always strike, how should we respond?

    911: When Tragedy Strikes Matthew 14:22-33 10 years ago today my wife and I were watching in disbelief as 9-11 unfolded before our horrified eyes. We remember how we felt because to some degree we are reminded of this emotion when we witness tsunamis, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Unlocking Breakthroughs

    Contributed by Dexter Bersonda on Feb 9, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,658 views

    How to reach the breakthrough blessings in our lives.

    Unlocking Breakthroughs Philippians 4:6-7 There are two types of blessings: 1. Manna Blessings o Story of how God gave the Israelites manna and water; Jesus healed and did signs and wonders o Matthew 5:45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    “the Fear That Grips!” Series

    Contributed by Douglas Sherwood on Oct 10, 2015
     | 5,279 views

    APPLICATION: We need to SERVE the Lord like we have ALREADY BEEN DELIVERED! SERVING the Lord at the very ESSENCE of our BEING!

    Two gas company service men, a senior training Supervisor and a young trainee were out checking meters and parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked there way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking out her kitchen window watched the two men as they checked her gas meter. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    False Friends And Loving Enemies

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 10, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,137 views

    Who is the Good Samaritan?

    Intro After World War Two the Allies helped former enemies Germany and Japan rebuild. The hatred did not last forever. Thanks in large part to Allied aid, former enemies became close friends and two of the world’s strongest economies were given life. Purpose Let’s look at how even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Connection With Christ - From Death To Life

    Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Aug 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,962 views

    Connection with christ -from death to life is a sermon about christian living reminding christians the need to remain connected with christ our source of power and authority. Colossians 3:1-4

    In a team game called cricket, the position of a captain matters greatly which is the reason selectors or the cricket boards of teams always take their time in appointing captains for their teams. The captain is the leader of the team on and off the field of play. He is the link, the catalyst and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Ministry Of Praise And Worship From Genesis To Revelations

    Contributed by Maria Saunders on Nov 20, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,496 views

    The Ministry of Praise and Worship isn’t new fad for today’s 21st century church. The beginning of creation gave God praise and in Revelations God is worshiped.

    Today’s trend (fad) is men exposing their bottoms and women revealing their tops. However, the ministry of Praise and Worship isn’t new fad for today’s 21st century church. On the contrary since God spoke, the beginning of creation is disclosed in the Book of Genesis giving praise to God. Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Have You Forgotten Who God Is

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 25, 2025
     | 684 views

    God poses questions to help His people remember and trust Him. He redirected them from their wrong thoughts about Him and their situation, to His unchanging character and trustworthiness.

    Isaiah 40:25-31 Have You Forgotten Who God Is? Introduction: • Prophet Isaiah was speaking to the people of Israel in exile – a people who feel forgotten and abandoned. • In their suffering, the people questioned God’s goodness. They felt that God was blind to their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Jesus, Our Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,259 views

    The main point of this sermon is to understand and appreciate Jesus as our Good Shepherd who knows us, loves us, and willingly laid down His life for us, emphasizing the importance of fully trusting in Him as our protector, provider, and Savior.

    Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive into a beautiful passage from the Gospel of John, where Jesus describes Himself as our Good Shepherd. Let's read from John 10:11-18: "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. The hired hand is not the shepherd and ...read more

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    The Gingerbread Man Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 10, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,089 views

    We learned them as children, but did we learn from them? There is truth wrapped up in these tales!

    Fairytales 2 Pt. 2 - The Gingerbread Man I. Introduction Told before bedtime or perhaps around the feet of our grade school teachers these are the stories we learned as children. These tales taught us life lessons and truths that we had to think through to grasp. Morals of the stories were ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal