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  • Charles Salmon avatar

    The "If" Of Temptation Series

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 17, 2006
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,101 views

    Sermon on the three temptations of Jesus.

    The “If” of Temptation Luke 4:1-13 INTRO.: We are all tempted to sin. We know we shouldn’t, but we are often drawn like a moth to the flame. When we sin, we cannot say, “The Devil made me do it.” He really hasn’t that power. However, we must recognize we do have an enemy who will tempt us into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Joyful In Suffering Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 10, 2011
     | 5,652 views

    During this series we will be looking at Paul

    Philippians Pt2- Be Joyful in Suffering (some thoughts taken from a sermon by Craig Groeschel on Joy) Introduction/Review Continue with our 2nd part- in series on Philippians. Paul- founded- church- 10 years prior to this letter. Philippi-Roman colony-Macedonia, NE corner- Greece. Philippians- ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Now, Send The Rain!

    Contributed by Keenan Darnell on Jan 12, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,360 views

    We often pray, "Lord, Send the Rain, Lord, send revival, Lord send a blessing", but are we really ready and prepared for it? Find out what it takes to prepare for the Rain.

    Text Scripture Genesis 2:4,5 KJV 4. These are the generations of the heavens, and the earth when they were created, in the day the Lord God made the earth and the heavens,5. And every plant of the field before it was in the earth, and evry herb of the earth before it grew: for the Lord God had not ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    They Know Not What They Do Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 16, 2013
     | 4,007 views

    The horror of living a life of willful ignorance leads to enslavement to passions and sin.

    Monday of 5th Week in Lent 2013 Gaudium et Spes “Vos autem nescitis.” “But you do not know.” These words of Jesus in today’s Gospel reverberate through the Gospel of St. John. Over and over again Jesus tells the Jews–and, by extension, us–that we do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    It's Not That Hard

    Contributed by Chuck Booher on Jun 19, 2013
     | 5,483 views

    It's not that hard to spend time with God, to commit to giving to Him, to use your spiritual gifts--you were made for it!

    When we embarked on this, the question... What if people fail. One said, that it seems so hard. It is not too difficult Deuteronomy 30:11-20 (NASB) 11 "For this commandment which I command you today is not too difficult for you, nor is it out of reach. 12 "It is not in heaven, that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Putting Faith To Work

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 30, 2019
     | 8,598 views

    How can anyone have enough faith to follow Jesus all the way? Let’s learn that we already have enough faith to fulfill big dreams. Let’s see what Jesus says in Luke 17:5-10.

    How can anyone have enough faith to follow Jesus all the way? Let’s learn that we already have enough faith to fulfill big dreams. Let’s see what Jesus says in Luke 17:5-10. Tiny Faith Big Action Luke 17:5-6 The apostles said to the Lord, “Show us how to increase our faith.” 6 The Lord answered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gideon - A Warrior Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 8, 2019
     | 10,318 views

    God uses a coward to lead a nation of cowards

    GOD ENCOUNTERS A WARRIOR A. INTRODUCTION: JUDGES 6:11-23 1. God chooses weak things. Gideon was the youngest son, of the poorest family, of the weakest tribe in Israel. “My family is poor in Manasseh, and I am least in my father’s house” (Judges 6:15). 2. Weak name reflected expectation. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Salvation Angers The Devil

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 20, 2018
     | 3,315 views

    The devil attacks you suddenly or planned because of your salvation you have from Jesus

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: YOUR SALVATION ANGERS THE DEVIL Acts 5:17-25 King James Version (KJV) 17 Then the high priest rose up, and all they that were with him, (which is the sect of the Sadducees,) and were filled with indignation, 18 And laid their hands on the apostles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Having Faulty Tools

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 23, 2022
     | 1,206 views

    Elisha has succeeded Elijah as a prophet to the Northern Kingdom (2 Kings 2: I - I 8). He has by now already prophesied and God has performed a few miracles through him. But now we will see something peculiar, he makes an axe head float.

    Elisha has succeeded Elijah as a prophet to the Northern Kingdom (2 Kings 2: I - I 8). He has by now already prophesied and God has performed a few miracles through him. But now we will see something peculiar, he makes an axe head float. This incident shows how God cares for His children and how He ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Am The Lord Who Heals You

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 4, 2021
     | 8,760 views

    God is called Jehovah Rapha becase He has the ability to heal and make whole. He heals spiritually, physically and emotionally.

    TEXT: Exodus 15:26 (NLT) "He said, “If you will listen carefully to the voice of the lord your God and do what is right in his sight, obeying his commands and keeping all his decrees, then I will not make you suffer any of the diseases I sent on the Egyptians; for I am the lord who heals ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Do We Worship?

    Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 15, 2024
     | 832 views

    We worship God because (1) He Commands it, (2) He is worthy of it, and (3) because it is for our own Good.

    Why do we worship God? (Topical) 1. God wants us to worship him! Ex. 23:25-26 A. God wants us to worship him because He is worthy (Rev. 4:11). It is just, right, and good that God be worshiped. Reality itself dictates, demands, and expects it; creation worships God apart from humankind (Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Holiness In Conduct Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025
     | 749 views

    Holiness in conduct reflects the transformation that takes place when a believer is in Christ. Our actions, words, and attitudes should consistently glorify God and set us apart from the world.

    Title: HOLINESS IN CONDUCT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 2:12 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:16, Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 2:14-15, Titus 2:7-8, Colossians 3:17 INTRODUCTION: Holiness in conduct reflects the transformation that takes place when a believer is in Christ. Our actions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Transformed By Truth: A Royal Priesthood 1 Peter 2:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,167 views

    1 Peter 2:9 reminds us of our unique identity and purpose as God's chosen people.

    Transformed by Truth: A Royal Priesthood 1 Peter 2:9 Introduction Today, we are delving into a powerful truth from 1 Peter 2:9. This verse reminds us of our unique identity and purpose as God's chosen people. Let’s read together: 1 Peter 2:9 (NLT): "But you are not like that, for you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Quartet Of Human Hearts Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 13, 2023
     | 1,689 views

    Jesus teaches the parable of the sower to illustrate the various conditions of the human heart that challenge our spiritual growth to accept God's truths.

    ONE OF THE MOST ENJOYABLE MUSIC GENRES THAT I HAVE ENCOUNTERED IN MANY CHURCHES THAT I HAVE PASTORED HAS UNDOUBTEDLY BEEN SOUTHERN GOSPEL QUARTETS. THE FOUR PARTS OF LEAD, TENOR, BARITONE AND BASS HAVE CLAPPED MANY A HAND AND TAPPED THOUSANDS OF TOES TO THE STORIES OF HEAVEN AND THE GOSPEL OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Devil's Sos: Suggest, Offer, Suggest Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 618 views

    Friends, today we journey with Jesus into the wilderness, where he faced a fierce desert battle against the whispers of the enemy. Let's explore how we can overcome the devil's temptations, just as our Savior did.

    Sermon Title: The Devil's SOS: Suggest, Offer, Suggest Opening Passage: Luke 4:1-13 Introduction: Friends, as we bask in the afterglow of Christmas, our hearts filled with the joy of the season, it's easy to forget that even the Son of God faced trials. In the wilderness, after the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic