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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Take Courage

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 28, 2002
    based on 234 ratings
     | 21,668 views

    This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished.

    This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished. What kinds of contrary winds did Jesus face? Mark’s gospel (v.1) tells us that Jesus had just been rejected in his home town, Nazareth. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Rob Short avatar

    Live In The Circle Of Ineffectiveness Series

    Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001
    based on 109 ratings
     | 4,898 views

    A sermon about self centredness. The first in a series of anti-sermons where they tell people to do the opposite of what they are suppose to. Kind of blatant reverse psychology.

    The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians 1 Live in the Circle of Ineffectiveness Cardiff Heights Baptist 2 January 2000 I trust everyone had an enjoyable New Years. You know what I found really incredible was that by the time the Sydney fireworks were finished, it was time for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    The Road To Success- James 2:14-26 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 89 ratings
     | 31,749 views

    Success in life comes from the following equation: Faith + works = success. The opposite also applies: Faith – Works, or Work – Faith = no success only failure in life.

    The Road to Success in Life Thesis: Success in life comes from the following equation: Faith + works = success. The opposite also applies Faith – Works, or Work – Faith = no success only failure in life. Text: James 2:14-26 NIV: 14What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    The Miracles In John: Lesson 8: Raising Lazarus From The Dead

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,567 views

    World says seeing is believing, but God says the opposite; believing is seeing. “If you would believe, you would see the glory of God” (11:40).

    1. When did this miracle occur? Winter after Purim, December (John 10:22) and before Passover (John 11:55). 2. Where did the miracle occur? Bethany, east of Jerusalem (11:1). 3. Why does Jesus wait? “When He (Jesus) had heard . . . He abode two days in the same place” (11:6). • Our agendas are not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Carl Allen avatar

    A Lesson In Divine Providence Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 13, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,937 views

    The early church was on fire for God, but it did have its share of problems and opposition. It was how they handled those problems that made them attractive to a lost and dying world.

    A Lesson in Divine Providence Acts 5:12-42 Introduction There was never a dull moment around First Church of Jerusalem! Pentecost came in a blaze of glory. Healings occurred around the city. There were lessons on hypocrisy. The wave of power was building within the Church to a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Turansky avatar

    Marriage Is Valuable, Divorce Is Dangerous

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on May 24, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,815 views

    When asked about divorce, Jesus first speaks about the value of marriage. Then he limits divorce. Unlike our culture which does just the opposite.

    Matthew 19 – The Value of Marriage, the Dangers of Divorce Matthew 19:1-3: When Jesus had finished saying these things, he left Galilee and went into the region of Judea to the other side of the Jordan. 2Large crowds followed him, and he healed them there. 3Some Pharisees came to him to test him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Eric Ferguson avatar

    Run The Play Series

    Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 27, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,907 views

    Teach your teens how to effectively follow through with their commitment to Christ when facing opposition using these three steps gathered from Jehoshaphat’s confrontation.

    Opener: Air Guitar Contest Choose contestants that you know will really "ham it up" on stage. Find some music that has a lot of guitar solos. Tell the contestants each will be judged (by the audience’s applause) on how well each can play the "air guitar". Send each contestant in one at a time, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith And Fear

    Contributed by Don Baggett on Nov 30, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,613 views

    The opposite of faith is fear. Fear is the fruit of unbelief, and it opens the door of your life to the devil. Sixty three times in the Bible, the Lord used the phrase, “Fear not.”

    Faith opens the door of your life to God. Ephesians 2:8 says that our salvation is comes by God’s grace, through our faith. No one could honestly study the ministry of Jesus upon this earth and miss the fact that He honored people’s faith. Hebrews 13:5 says, “Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Make A Stand For Christ Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Dec 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,935 views

    Take a stand for Christ. It is a challenge because the world is flowing in the opposite direction. But each time we make a stand, we are bearing testimony that our faith is real.

    God wants peacemakers in His church. God wants to peacemakers in the workplace. God wants peacemakers in this world. • If you are a child of God, you are a peacemaker. We are not called to be peacekeepers but peacemakers. • All of us must seek to make peace, to help others make peace, and help ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Alton Coleman avatar

    A Powerful Church

    Contributed by Alton Coleman on Feb 4, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 14,809 views

    In spite of the persecution and opposition it endured, the early church was a powerful church. They experienced and operated in the power of the Holy Spirit daily. The Lord desires no less for His church today.

    A Powerful Church Scripture Reading: Acts 4:5-35 Scripture Text: Ephes. 3:20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Ephes. 3:20 [Living] Now glory be to God, who by his mighty power at work ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    You Can’t Be Stopped Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 21, 2025
     | 173 views

    Life comes with oppositions, resistance, and hindrances, especially for those destined for greatness. However, for the believer in Christ, no obstacle can ultimately prevail against God’s plan.

    YOU CAN’T BE STOPPED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:31 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17, Philippians 1:6, Psalm 118:6, Micah 7:8, 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 INTRODUCTION: Life comes with oppositions, resistance, and hindrances, especially for those destined for greatness. However, for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • William Akehurst avatar

    Ready For Anything. Called, Prepared And Sent - Matthew 10.1-23 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 23, 2025
     | 311 views

    JESUS Calls and Empowers HIS disciples and sends them out as HIS Apostles with HIS Power and Authority. Called, Chosen, Commissioned and Preparation for Rejection, Opposition and Persecution.

    2025.03.30. Sermon Notes. READY FOR ANYTHING. MATTHEW 10.1-23 CALLED, PREPARED and SENT William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: JESUS Calls and Empowers HIS disciples and sends them out as HIS Apostles with HIS Power and Authority. Called, Chosen, Commissioned and Preparation for Rejection, Opposition ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Faith And Politics Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 22, 2021
     | 4,877 views

    Submit to all human authority, because of Christ, because of your critics, and because you are free!

    At the spring 2000 opening of the Florida Senate, Donald L. Roberts, president and CEO of Goodwill Industries, offered a prayer. I think you’ll appreciate the candor of it. In part, this is what he prayed: Holy and Eternal God, it must be great to be God, to get what you want—when you want it—how ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Tom Fuller avatar

    Which Side Of The Cross Are You On? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 20, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,790 views

    Titus ministered in an area where the culture influenced the Christian community with immorality, independence, and idleness. These same character traits exist in our culture as well - placing Christians on opposite sides when they don’t need to be.

    Wouldn’t it be great if everyone in the church was like you? I’ve heard it said before that “church is great – except for all the people.” The fact is, the church is the people – imperfect members of the human race who came to Christ from various backgrounds and dysfunctions. Sometimes I wish ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Frederick Meekins avatar

    Cause For Celebration: An Examination Of The Cosmological Argument

    Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,453 views

    Cause For Celebration: An Examination Of The Cosmological Argument

    Often the classics rank among the best. Even though time passes and intellectual fashions change, certain insights and perspectives address something so profound they forever earn a place as a steadfast pillar among sifting seas of opinion. Much of what comes after such a point simply serves as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible