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  • David Henderson avatar

    Watch Your Step! Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 4, 2012
     | 5,464 views

    There are many countries around the world that have fallen and I believe in most cases it is due to power struggles that take place and just plain old pride. Solomon said pride comes before a fall and I believe that is exactly what is happening in the Un

    TRAPS “Watch your Step!” Psalm 59:12, Isaiah 14:12-14 and 2 Corinthians 7:4 For the past 12 weeks we have looked at a variety of traps that Satan places in our path. As we have seen, these traps come in different sizes, large and small. And I have this suspicion – that of all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Same Old Same Old--Vs Change

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,060 views

    We are commanded to grow in grace. Real growth demands effort and a good plan. Will we stay the same and refuse to change?

    THE SAME OLD SAME OLD VS. CHANGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT IF A CATERPILLAR DESIRED TO STAY A CATERPILLAR? CHANGE: Let us look at complete metamorphosis. There are four stages of growth. EGG, LARVA (CATERPILLAR), PUPA (COCOON), ADULT (BUTTERFLY.) Maybe use the frog: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Plateaued, Be A Refresher

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 24, 2023
     | 1,475 views

    We face a spiritual danger of being plateaued, forever trapped in the spirit of sameness. It is insane to think we can stay the same and see real change.

    PLATEAUED? BE A REFRESHER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson. On the computer we often see a REFRESH BUTTON. This is a request to send the most updated version. *PLATEAUED: to be comfortable where you are, reach a state of little ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Feel A Sermon: Jezebel

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 1, 2025
     | 219 views

    Sometimes I feel a sermon I could never preach. This is one of them. The Jezebel Spirit tries to rule the spiritual atmosphere. Beware, the 10 gradual downward spiral that can become a trap. The crucible is sure.

    I FEEL A SERMON: THE CRUCIBLE. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com YouTube: Wade Hughes) *I FEEL A SERMON (UNKNOWN) I STAND AT NIGHT, AMID THE CITY’S THE THRONGS; AND I SCAN THE FACES THAT PASS ALONG. AND I READ A HISTORY OF WOE, AND OF WANT AND OF GRIEF. AND MY HEART GOES ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Checkmate: Can God Handle My Problems?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2022
     | 3,875 views

    IT IS EASY TO FALL INTO A RUT OF NEGATIVITY and stay trapped. Can God handle my problems. We find God has been trustworthy from the foundation of the world.

    CHECKMATE: CAN GOD HANDLE OUR PROBLEMS? CHECKMATE! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com You know what a rut is? A RUT IS AN OPEN ENDED GRAVE… Seems negatively is a trap that tired believers fall into and have trouble getting out. Have you ever got yourself in such a mess that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    Obsticles To Kingdom Life- The Respectability Trap Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 5, 2007
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,082 views

    This is sermon #5 of the Sermon on the Mount series (#4 was preached by Jesus Castillo), Using the text from Matt.6:1-18 Jesus speaks of doing our good deeds in secret to please only God.

    The Sermon on the Mount #5 Obstacles to Kingdom Life ¡V The Respectability Trap Matthew 6:1-18 CHCC: October 7, 2007 Skit: IN SECRET: Janet Arnold, Summie Roach INTRODUCTION: (Comment about skit) Most people like attention when they do good deeds, but the most amazing example of tooting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don't Get Trapped Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Feb 21, 2020
     | 3,772 views

    There's something out there trying to trap you into making it/them the Lord of your life. Anything or anyone who is not Christ is trying to trap you.

    (To hear the sermon please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2066766) Don't Get Trapped Intro: • Better mousetrap. Little bit of peanut butter, irresistible. o An easy meal, easy fulfillment. • What kind of traps do we fall into? o Mystical tools, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    I Will Avoid The Traps Of “churchianity" Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,750 views

    Church Membership, The Body, Selfishness

    I WILL – “I Will” Avoid the Traps of “Churchianity” 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27-28 (pg. 799-800) November 22, 2015 Introduction: I need to openly tell you I stole this title from Thom Rainer’s book “I Will.” There is no such word as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Scott Maze avatar

    How To Avoid The Seductive Trap Of Legalism Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 2,219 views

    “If your religion hasn’t changed your life, you’d better change your religion, because Jesus will make a bad man good and a good man better.”

    Welcome and thank you for worshipping with us this morning on this Memorial Day weekend. Keep Colossians 2 open before you, will you? It’s good to see many of you for the first time in months! And we are grateful for those of you continuing to worship with us online as well. Please text the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    Holy But Haughty – The Trap Of Spiritual Pride Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jun 23, 2025
     | 180 views

    "Spiritual pride is the most dangerous of all religious diseases. It feeds on orthodoxy, grows in the shadows of ministry, and disguises itself as righteousness while it quietly kills humility." — Jonathan Edwards

    Title: Holy but Haughty – The Trap of Spiritual Pride Text: Luke 18:9–14 (ESV) “ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Louis Mare avatar

    The Devil Trap. - Fear, Worry And Anxiety

    Contributed by Louis Mare on Dec 10, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,082 views

    Let me ask you: how many of you have ever driven in thick fog? You cannot see ahead, you cannot see the road signs, and you cannot see other vehicles. As I describe this, what feeling are you currently experiencing?

    Well, good morning Newlife Church, and yes, 2024 is almost upon us. Man, this year seems to have flown by, and we’re already in December, preparing for the carol service tonight. I know many of you, like me, are wondering, “Where has this year gone?” It felt like January was just yesterday. I also ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • William Morris avatar

    Walking Along A Booby Trapped Trail Series

    Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,307 views

    The sixth message in a nine part series from Colossians. This message deals with the obstacles Satan places before us on the pathway of life.

    Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossians 2 (Read 1-8) Title: Walking Safely on a Dangerous Trail Date: August 11, 2002 Introduction: Throughout this letter Paul has expressed his concern for the believers at Colossi. In verse 1 he again does so, and continues on throughout this chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #1division Can Be A Satanic Trap Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 9, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,920 views

    We know there is great power in unity and love, but we must consider the power that can be released in division and disagreement.

    DIVISION A SATANIC TRAP --- OUR ENEMY WANTS TO STEAL --- KILL --- OR DESTROY. By wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part one of a three part series. Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, except they be agreed? July 22, 1988 at 3:30 AM on Friday morning I had a dream and I got up and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Derrick Strickland avatar

    When You Find Yourself In A Rut, Dig A Ditch

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 161 ratings
     | 30,562 views

    Break out of the rut that is sapping you of your hope and life. Learn the powerful principle of digging ditches in the middle of your dry place.

    “WHEN YOU FIND YOURSELF IN A RUT, DIG A DITCH” 2 Kings 3:4-27 INTRO:1.Let’s first take a look at the background of this event. a)Israel had become a divided nation. b)King Jehosaphat ruled Judah - a righteous King. c)King Joram ruled Israel - Son of Ahab and Jezebel, an idolatrous king. d)Together ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Shake It Up!

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Feb 9, 2015
    based on 6 ratings
     | 34,990 views

    A message about getting out of ruts, of being decanted like wine (emptied from vessel to vessel) The dangers of stagnation, and the upward call of God in Christ.

    Shake it Up De 1:6 "The LORD our God spoke to us at Horeb, saying, 'You have stayed long enough at this mountain. De 1:7 'Turn and set your journey, and go to the hill country of the Amorites, and to all their neighbors in the Arabah, in the hill country and in the lowland and in the Negev and by ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal