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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Illogical Fear Of Elijah - 1 Kings 19:3

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 4, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,768 views

    The Illogical Fear Of Elijah - 1 Kings 19:3 What it means to serve the Lord in the ministry without fear, but full of love, power and sound mind!

    The Illogical Fear Of Elijah - 1 Kings 19:3 1 Kings 19:3 Elijah was afraid and fled for his life; he took his servant and went to Beersheba in Judah. Leaving the servant there, What made fear of Elijah illogical? I. After killing 450 prophets of baal (1Kings 18:40, 1Kings 18:22 ) II. After ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Cure For Identity Crisis Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 7, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,200 views

    We have a wonderful identity in Christ.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a baby rabbit who was orphaned. 1. Fortunately, a family of squirrels took it in and raised it as if it were one of their own. 2. This adoption led to some peculiar behaviors on the part of the rabbit, including a tendency for it to scurry around like its ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Truth About Discipleship

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 27, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,073 views

    Jesus wants us to know the truth about being one of His disciples. He wants all of us to count the cost, so in vs. 24 the Lord tells us three things we must do.

    The Truth about Discipleship Matthew 16:20-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 22, 2009 *I read about a little boy who was trying to memorize some Scripture. He accidentally got two verses jumbled together. It came out this way: “A lie is an abomination unto the Lord. -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    #3-Jesus Came Because We Are Selfish Series

    Contributed by Jerry Blaxton on Mar 12, 2010
     | 4,615 views

    Third in a series leading up to Easter about why Jesus came.

    Sermon Notes Series: Why Did Jesus Come? — #3-Because We Are Selfish Scripture: Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 I We Are S_________________ A. We May Be O________________ Selfish. 11-12 The younger son wanted F__________________ without RESPONSIBILITY and without CONSEQUENCES. B. We May Try to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All You Need Is Love

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 5, 2015
     | 3,264 views

    The answer to the violence is exactly to do as Jesus did.

    The Sixth Sunday of Easter 2015 The early Church was not exactly the love-fest that some would like to imagine. First, the Jewish and Roman authorities were, at the least, suspicious of this new Jewish sect where people–especially the poor and marginalized–were being healed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Power Of The Tongue

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 18, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,650 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Who can control his tongue? Please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Sitio Visaya/Villa Luisa Homes 1, Arcontica and Cardinal III. OBJECTIVES: To prove once tongue is submitted to the Holy Spirit will yield good results.

    I. EXORDIUM: Who can control his tongue? Please raise your hands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Sitio Visaya/Villa Luisa Homes 1, Arcontica and Cardinal III. OBJECTIVES: To prove once tongue is submitted to the Holy Spirit will yield good results. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Keep In Step With The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 8, 2012
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     | 9,132 views

    Self-control is a Fruit of the Spirit. It is self in control by the Spirit of God. We need to acknowledge our need of God's grace. We need to watch and pray.

    In the book, The Three Edwards, Thomas Costain described the life of Raynald III, a 14-century duke in what is now Belgium. Grossly overweight, Raynald was commonly called by his Latin nickname, Crassus, which means "fat." After a violent quarrel, Raynald's younger brother Edward led a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Identify What Kind Of Person You Are?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014
     | 7,594 views

    TYPES OF PERSONALITIES...5 kinds of people in the world ---Hearers? Breakers? Takers? Fakers? Makers? WHERE ARE YOU?

    LET US IDENTIFY WHO WE REALLY ARE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We all need enthusiasm, joy, energy to BE EFFECTIVE IN DAILY LIVING. We must develop VISION with PASSION and COMPASSION... DO WE EVER CONSIDER MOMENTUM... EXPECTANCY... ENCOURAGEMENT... WE SHOULD REALIZE HOW ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Rpms--- Out Of Control

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 15, 2014
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     | 3,363 views

    RPMS is a system to measure the health of your engine... We must assess where we are? Consider the 3 fold purpose: LEARN, LEAN, LOVE? Do are you doing? RPMS: RELATIONSHIP, PHYSICAL, MENTAL, SPIRITUAL

    RPMS... REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE... OUT OF CONTROL Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.comFodder for this lesson comes from a sermon by WINFREDO DE JESUS (Pastor Choc), Chicago, Illinois bad 1 (________________________5________________________) 10 good TEXT: KJV Luke 2:52 And Jesus increased ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Are You A Martha

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 31, 2020
     | 7,127 views

    What is a Martha? A Martha is a type of person who wants to serve the Lord without getting to know the Lord personally. Let's take a closer look at the sisters Martha and Mary and their interaction with Jesus.

    In today’s culture, we hear the term Karen, used to describe white women who perceive to be entitled or demanding beyond the scope of what is appropriate or necessary. Karen is a common stereotype associated with white women who won't hesitate to use their "privilege" at the expense ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    We Must Love Ourselves!

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jul 8, 2019
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,768 views

    We must love ourselves before we can offer love to others

    One day an expert in religious law stood up to test Jesus by asking him this question: "Teacher, what must I do to receive eternal life?" Jesus replied, "What does the law of Moses say? How do you read it?" The man answered, " `You must love the Lord your God with all your ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Everyone Is Gifted Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2017
    based on 9 ratings
     | 21,340 views

    Our Spiritual Gifts are meant to honour God and bring glory to Him. Our gifts are not meant to be used selfishly but for the benefit of others. We do not earn our gifts, they are given to us because of God’s Mercy and Grace and Love.

    As you know our preaching theme this year is Discovering your Destiny, and recently we have been thinking about what it means to be Chosen by God, Loved by God and Gifted by God. Dictionary.com defines a gift in three ways: 1. Something given voluntarily without payment in return, as to show ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Real Faith Will Tame The Tongue Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Apr 1, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,701 views

    Real Faith Will Tame the Tongue Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 18, 2020

    Real Faith Will Tame the Tongue Series: Real Faith (Book of James) Brad Bailey – October 18, 2020 Intro Hey everybody. I’m so glad you are joining in today. As we each go through this unique time of living through a pandemic... I continue to appreciate the significance of being able to go through ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    40 Days 7 – Self Centres Or Other's Centred Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,652 views

    Adapted from welcome to the planet 40 Days of Purpose Series. Sermon #7

    40 Days of Purpose - Part 7 – Self Centred or Other’s Centred Gladstone Baptist Church - 30/5/04 We’ve reached the end of our Journey, but it is worth taking some time to examine the road we’ve trod. I want tonight for us to think about the purpose driven life and distill it down to its ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Freedom To Serve: Embracing Our Liberty In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,129 views

    Galatians 5:13 (NLT): "For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don’t use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love."

    Freedom to Serve: Embracing Our Liberty in Christ Opening Prayer: "Father, we gather today seeking Your wisdom and guidance as we delve into Your Word. Open our hearts and minds to the truth of Galatians 5:13. Teach us how to live out our freedom in Christ, not for selfish purposes, but to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal