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  • Kraig Pullam avatar

    I’m About To Encourage Myself

    Contributed by Kraig Pullam on Feb 17, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 45,030 views

    David gives us an example of one who fortifies his own self in the midst of life's crushing places.

    At the very beginning of this message I should point out very quickly and immediately that the message today is not necessarily for the faint of heart—that I need to warn/inform/caution some of you before I go any further that if you only came today for the purpose and expressed intent of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4 A Convinced Overcomer Series

    Contributed by Kent Kessler on May 30, 2025
     | 430 views

    Thyratira was having a revival! But like many churches advancing for the Lord, it came time to confront an evil that was being TOLERATED among the people. The spirit of Jezebel lives on. It did in Thyatira. Does it here?

    Have you ever been a part of something too wonderful to comprehend? A couple years ago our family went to Cedar Point and my youngest was still getting used to roller coasters –a love for which my wife and I had developed since our youth and enjoyed two days as a part of our honeymoon. Nate wanted ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Efren V. Narido avatar

    God Commands Us To Enjoy The Greatest Pleasure!

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on May 3, 2007
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     | 3,534 views

    Our OWN idea of pleasure could be loving the self, money, or being proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, etc.

    “But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, treacherous, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    House Guest

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 8, 2008
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     | 4,286 views

    There is an unwanted houseguest in the home of the disciple. This freeloader--given to laziness and self-indulgence as well as pre-occupation with self is an enemy who does not have the disciple’s best interests at heart. It is called "carnality". Who’s i

    ---------OPTIONAL SERMON DVD VIDEO OPENER------- Have you ever came home to houseguests like this? OPENER: DVD CLIP Mrs. Doubtfire START: 7:32 Scene selection #2 “The Birthday Party” | Time: 1 min 45 sec. END: 9:10 | Robin Williams says “You’re Home Early Girlfriend” NOTE: It’s crucial that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer Keys - Humility Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Feb 16, 2012
     | 9,401 views

    Humility is being totally consumed with glorifying God and not at all concerned with glorifying self. When I am totally consumed with glorifying God and not at all concerned with glorifying self, I pray as God wants me to pray.

    PRAYER KEYS - HUMILITY One Christmas afternoon, a pastor's wife dropped into a chair and said, “Boy! Am I ever tired!” Her husband looked over at her and said, “I’ve been on my feet for most of two days. I led two special services last night, three today. I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Paul's Pattern In Striving For A Crown Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 8, 2011
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     | 11,320 views

    In our lesson today we learn that just as athletes exercise rigorous self-control in order to win a perishable prize, so we as Christians must exercise rigorous self-control in order to win an imperishable prize.

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of Christian liberty. Let’s learn about this in a message I am calling, “Paul’s Pattern in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    For Jesus' Love 15 Leadership Traits

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 11, 2017
     | 2,602 views

    For a reprobate mind with no redeeming virtues seek not the common faith in the kingdom of Christ Jesus in heaven or on earth. Man's self-destructive nature in self-actualization of violence to death cannot take away the saving grace of our Savior.

    FOR JESUS’ LOVE 15 Leadership Traits By Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (October 1, 2017) “So when they had dined, Jesus saith to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me more than these? He saith unto him, Yea, Lord; thou knowest that I love thee. He saith unto him, Feed my lambs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    God Values Humility Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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     | 878 views

    God values humility and is drawn to those who earnestly offer themselves to Him. We must practice honest self-talk, intentional self-awareness, and adopt an "Us for Them" mindset to embrace humility in our lives.

    Today, we're going to talk about something that Jesus taught – humility. But first, let me show you something. (Bring out a deflated balloon and a fully inflated balloon) See these balloons? One is full of air, and the other is empty. Keep these in mind as we go through our message today. So, Jesus ...read more

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    A Post Dated Praise

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 22, 2013
    based on 11 ratings
     | 32,763 views

    Note that at the time that these trumpets of Jubille began to sound that the walls were still standing. The shouts that went up were – A Post Dated Praise - this was a praise Him in advance attitude.

    TITLE: A POST DATED PRAISE SCRIPTURE: JOSHUA 6:1-5 I am excited for my parents as they have entered the final stage of moving into their new home. They have picked out the flooring and lighting fixtures. The storm shelter I believe is now in place. There have been some bumps along the way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Exploring Psalms 3 Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Seyi Ajayi on Dec 31, 2022
     | 1,452 views

    Today we would be Exploring David s Disposition and Response to Trying moments of His Life and how can Learn few lessons that will advance our Pursuit and walk with God.

    Psalms 3:1-3 LORD, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah. But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. Romans 15:4 For whatever things were ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Teaching Others How To Serve

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 4, 2022
     | 2,375 views

    Let’s not be the hindrance to someone not advancing in what God has called them to do. Let’s be encouragers and take the time to mentor others so that they can be the leaders of tomorrow.

    We have been involved in the prophet Elijah's life for some time now. We've been talking about living outside our comfort zone by serving God in different ways. We have discussed serving God with courage, serving God with trust, serving God through our prayers, serving God with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Study Of Joseph Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025
     | 900 views

    Joseph’s life is a testimony of how God turns adversity into advancement. From rejection to rulership, his story proves that divine purpose cannot be stopped by man’s plans.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOSEPH – SOLD INTO SLAVERY, BECAME RULER IN EGYPT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 37:5-7 – “And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told it his brethren: and they hated him yet the more. And he said unto them, Hear, I pray you, this dream which I have dreamed: For, behold, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Have I Moved The Ball Today?”

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 8, 2023
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     | 3,134 views

    The objective measure of the progress of a football team is whether they can advance the football toward their goal-line. Paul lays down 4 hash marks to show Christians how to judge their own progress in Christ.

    “HAVE I MOVED THE BALL TODAY?” Col. 1:10 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR Why will all of the referees check their voicemail immediately after the Super Bowl? So they can hear someone say "no missed calls." B. TEXT “...So that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and please him in every way: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    For Goodness Sakes – Put Your Clothes On! Series

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Apr 6, 2010
     | 10,762 views

    You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness an

    “For Goodness Sakes – Put Your Clothes On!” Eph. 4: 17-32 OPEN: The title of the sermon today is “For goodness sake-put your clothes on” This is not talking about the clothes you wore to church this morning, I’m assuming that everyone came to church after ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The God Of Speed: No More Delays Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 29, 2025
     | 1,105 views

    The God we serve is a God of speed, not delays. When He steps into your situation, time is compressed, and progress is accelerated beyond human explanation.

    THE GOD OF SPEED: NO MORE DELAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Amos 9:13 "Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that the plowman shall overtake the reaper, and the treader of grapes him that soweth seed; and the mountains shall drop sweet wine, and all the hills shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God