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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
     | 44,856 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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    A Land Of Our Own

    Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,024 views

    Uses self-proclaimed country of Sealand to discuss earthly vs heavenly kingdoms. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

    [A LAND OF OUR OWN] Slide Graphic – picture of Prince Roy and Princess Joan in front of Sealand (see www.sealand.gov or search internet for Sealand images) Zipporah gave birth to a son, and Moses named him Gershom, saying, "I have become a stranger in a strange land." (Exodus 2:22) In England, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Overcomes

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 16, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,045 views

    Christ’s love in us overcomes the world, the fleshly tendency for self-centeredness and the devil’s attempts to demean, demoralize and defeat us.

    Interpersonal Do’s and Don’ts John 13:34-13:35 Jesus said, "A new commandment I give to you that you love one another as I have loved you. By this will all men know that you are my disciples because you have love for one another." (John 13:34,35) Illustration: Let us consider one another ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    There Are Two Sides To Every Story PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,109 views

    Explores the transformative power of a relationship with Christ, emphasizing that true change comes not from self-effort, but from looking to Jesus.

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. It's a joy to see each and every one of your smiling faces here today, ready to share in the Word of God. Before we get started, let's just take a moment to read the Scripture we're going to be talking about today. It's from 2 Corinthians 5:17, and it says, ...read more

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    The Belt Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 12, 2014
     | 6,410 views

    The Belt of Truth supports us in the daily battles of life, in a world where Truth is relative, where people make their own truth. God's word is truth that provides direction and ultimately victory.

    “Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist.” Are you properly equipped for battle? When I deployed to Iraq, an essential item of issued equipment was my web belt, which we call our “battle rattle.” It doesn’t seem important, yet on it ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Emotional Development Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025
     | 204 views

    Emotional development is the ability to master, control, and channel our emotions under the guidance of the Holy Spirit to glorify God.

    EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 25:28 – “He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.” Key Verse: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Taking Up Your Cross Daily Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025
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     | 510 views

    Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the Christian journey.

    TAKING UP YOUR CROSS DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 9:23 Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:38-39, Galatians 2:20, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:3, Philippians 3:10 INTRODUCTION: Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living The Crucified Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 28, 2025
     | 368 views

    The crucified life is the essence of true discipleship. It is a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ—a life that no longer seeks to please self, but one that lives solely for the will and glory of God.

    LIVING THE CRUCIFIED LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:6-11, Luke 9:23, Colossians 3:1-5, Philippians 3:10, 2 Corinthians 5:15 INTRODUCTION: The crucified life is the essence of true discipleship. It is a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ—a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees - Sermon #5 Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 29, 2007
     | 3,394 views

    We can be released from our “addiction to self” by submitting to the grace of the Gospel; the 12 steps are especially illustrative here.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #5 Sermon Objective: We can be released from our “addiction to self” by submitting to the grace of the Gospel; the 12 steps are especially illustrative here. PRE-SERVICE INTRODUCTION We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    I Know Whom I Have Beleived

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 12, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,260 views

    The bible tells us that we are to trust God for all things. Then why do we rely on "self" so much?

    April 13, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Proverbs 3:5-10 Subject: Trusting God Title: I Know Whom I Have Believed Author Tim Hansel tells this story in his book, Holy Sweat. One day, while my son Zac and I were out in the country, climbing around in some cliffs, I heard a voice from above me yell, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Thinking Biblically About Freedom - The Vote Series

    Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Oct 16, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,939 views

    With so many candidates and issues demanding our support today, how can we make biblical decisions about today’s social and political issues?

    THINKING BIBLICALLY ABOUT FREEDOM: THE FREEDOM, THE RIGHT AND THE RESPONSIBILITY TO VOTE. -- The freedom to vote. -- The right and responsibility to vote. -- The necessity (obligation) to vote rightly (righteously) and responsibly. Text: Proverbs 29:2; Isaiah 10:1. When the righteous are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Church - A Lighthouse

    Contributed by Troy Harkey on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 178 ratings
     | 33,208 views

    I have had many supporting churches, as a missionary, that the word “lighthouse” was a part of their name. The Bible makes it very clear that we as a church body are to be a lighthouse to the world.

    THE CHURCH – A LIGHTHOUSE This will be our final message in this series on the church. (Mark 16:15 NKJV) And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. (Mat 5:14-16 NKJV) "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. {15} ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Life Is A Battlefield

    Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,595 views

    The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life.

    Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army INTRODUCTION: The walk of the Christian is a walk of warfare. We face battles on every hand. In this Lesson I want you to see the importance of faith and prayerful support on the battlefield of life. I. THEY LEARNED THAT A TRIAL OFTEN COMES AFTER A ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Ascension : Jesus Works With Us As We Do His Will. Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 17, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,672 views

    Part 1 of a two part series, both being topical sermons on the Risen Saviour and his place at the Right Hand of the Father. Active and supporting us in life!

    Mark 16:19-20 Jesus works with us as we do his will. Mystery, I enjoy a good mystery, a Touch of Frost (David Jason is a brilliant actor, and there’s a mystery there what is his real name, Sir David John White), some suspense, intrigue, a who done it, or even an unsolved crime. Personally I ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Soups, Sheets, And Socks

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,851 views

    In support of a drive to collect items for a missions organization: genuine spiritual feeling comes when we deal with the real world and provide food, shelter, and clothing to the needy.

    Let’s suppose that this is God’s issue of Time magazine. Someone has sent God a lifetime subscription to Time magazine; I guess you would have to say an eternity-time subscription. And when God’s Time magazine arrives ... by the way, do you know God’s zip code? You don’t think God has a zip code? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist