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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Betrayal

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on May 10, 2022
     | 2,791 views

    Betrayal takes a while from which to recover. Trust must be rebuilt.

    The Lord got me to thinking about the many pitfalls that we go through in life. So I thought for the next few weeks we'll see what instructions the Bible can give us on how to overcome these pitfalls. Today I want to specifically talk about the pitfall of betrayal. You know trust is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Aspects Of The Church - Its Turmoil, Conflict, Struggle And Endurance – Part 1. (Part 9 In The Series) Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 18, 2023
     | 1,173 views

    The world sees the Church as divided, fighting, greedy and hypocritical. Christ sees the Church as the unity of the Spirit. We look at Heresies and False Teachers; facing Tribulation in the world, and our wrestle against Evil Princes and Demons.

    ASPECTS OF THE CHURCH - ITS TURMOIL, CONFLICT, STRUGGLE AND ENDURANCE – PART 1. PART 9 IN THE SERIES We are going to look at some of the matters that are of concern for the Church and its problems and its conflict in the world. [1]. FIRST CONSIDERATION - HERESIES AND FALSE TEACHERS I think ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walk In Humility

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 10, 2018
     | 4,774 views

    19th in an exposition of Ephesians dealing with our humble worthy walk.

    “Walk in Humility” Ephesians 4:1-2 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Walk in Unity 1. Exhortation to walk worthy of our calling 1 1 Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Walk In Humility Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 10, 2018
     | 3,418 views

    19th in Ephesians series dealing with a worthy walk in humility

    “Walk in Humility” Ephesians 4:1-2 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Walk in Unity 1. Exhortation to walk worthy of our calling 1 1 Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Wisdom For Facing Trials Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 11, 2018
     | 6,958 views

    3rd in a sermon series on James dealing with wisdom for facing trials.

    “Wisdom for Facing Trials” Review This is the third episode in our journey through James. James wrote this letter of instruction to those he warmly called his dear brothers. He wrote this letter to validate genuine faith. How does real faith in Jesus behave when encountering life in a broken world? ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    How Wise Are You? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024
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     | 918 views

    This sermon explores the true nature of wisdom, emphasizing its source in God and its application in our lives, contrasting it with worldly wisdom.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, isn't it? It's a privilege, a blessing, a divine appointment, to come together as one body, one church, one family, united in our shared love for Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing at the threshold of a ...read more

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    Love Does Not Boast PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,493 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 13, emphasizing benevolence, humility, and the banishment of pride.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in our shared love for Christ and our commitment to understanding His Word. As we gather together today, let us remember that every moment in His presence is a gift, a chance to learn, grow, and be transformed. We are here today ...read more

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    I Have Made Up My Mind! Luke Chapter 9

    Contributed by David Cramer on Jun 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,273 views

    A message from the Book of Luke about taking the next step to Follow the Lord in our walk here on earth.

    Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Managing Your Thought Life Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,606 views

    A key to living victoriously is managing one's thought life. Sermon shares four biblical principles for managing your thought life.

    Romans 8:5 3-15-15 Our text this morning is Romans 8:5. I’m reading from the New International Version. “Those who live according to the sinful nature have their minds set on what that nature desires; but those who live in accordance with the Spirit have their minds set on what the Spirit ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Interaction Patterns Within Groups

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,186 views

    I Corinthians 9:22,23 - "Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible.

    I Corinthians 9:22,23 - "Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible... I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. I do this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessing." All ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Overcoming Contentiousness

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,388 views

    How to Overcome Contentiousness

    How to Overcome Contention Acts 15:36-41 Illustration:Getting angry can sometimes be like leaping into a wonderfully responsive sports car, gunning the motor, taking off at high speed and then discovering the brakes are out of order. Maggie Scarg in New York Times Magazine. The contention ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Is Sin Such A Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17)

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,996 views

    Why is Sin Such a Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17)

    Why is Sin Such a Perplexing Problem? (Rom. 3:10-17) Illustration:For a long time I used to think this a silly, straw-splitting distinction: how could you hate what a man did and not hate the man? But years later it occurred to me that there was one man to whom I had been doing this all my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Control Our Feelings Of Anger

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,768 views

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us about the severe damage that can be done by uncontrolled anger.

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us about the severe damage that can be done by uncontrolled anger. The Spirit of God reminds us of the destructive consequences that came upon Cain who said, "My punishment is more than I can bear. Today you are driving me from the land, and I will be hidden from your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Three Important Questions

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 2,825 views

    At Christmas there are "little" questions and there are "big" questions. Some must be answered.

    WHAT’S HAPPENED TO CHRISTMAS? 1- Shopping complex said ’no’ to a church’s regular request to put up a nativity scene. They said it didn’t fit the theme? (Fairy story and robotics themes this Christmas)? 2- Why do Secular/capitalist cultures trivialize and commercialize anything sacred? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    8 Steps To Breakthrough

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 28, 2003
    based on 135 ratings
     | 73,571 views

    The circumstances are different for all of us but the principles never change, what worked in the bible will work for us if we will act on them

    “8 Steps To Breakthrough” As we enter into the spiritual realm God has promised us we must be prepared for confrontation. There is no progress without resistance: Jericho was a fortress city, It was the symbol of the Enemy’s strength and Power It was made up of Men and women wholly ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal