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    Keeping A Hunger For God Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025
     | 159 views

    Victory over feelings and emotions.

    “ But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin” (1 John 1:7, NKJV). A. CLEAR ANY BLOCKS TO SPIRITUAL WALKING WITH GOD 1. Worries: “Do not worry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Samson: Wrongly Trusted In His Own Strength Lesson 8 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025
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    Samson lost God's presence.

    A. THE BIRTH OF SAMSON 1. From the weak unlikely tribe “of the Danites” (Judges 13:2) 2. A Nazarite from birth (13:7), i.e., separated to God. (Numbers 6:1-13). a. Can’t cut hair. b. Can’t touch a dead body. c. Can’t drink wine (fruit of the vine). 3. God’s call. “He shall begin to deliver ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Deborah And Jael Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025
     | 119 views

    People who were captive to sin are now captive to God.

    A. THE OPPRESSORS: JUDGES 4:1-22; 5:1-26 1. Threat from the north. “The children of Israel again did evil in the sight of the Lord . . . sold them into the hand of the Jabin king of Canaan . . . the captain was Sisera” (4:1-2). 2. The latest in warfare scares us. “Jabin had 900 chariots of iron” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Armor Up: The Final Wake-Up Call Of The Year”

    Contributed by Kelly Benton on Dec 11, 2025
     | 185 views

    To believers to wake up spiritually, clean out anything hindering their walk with Christ, and step into the new year shining brightly with the armor of His light.

    Romans 13:11–12 (NIV) “And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of darkness and put on ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    A Battle-Ready Christian

    Contributed by Major Stewart on Dec 26, 2025
     | 462 views

    A powerful expository sermon from 1 Timothy 6:11–16 calling believers to live with conviction, holiness, and courage. This message challenges the church to flee compromise, pursue godliness, fight for the faith, and stand battle-ready in Christ’s victory.

    A BATTLE-READY CHRISTIAN Text: 1 Timothy 6:11–16 There comes a moment in every believer’s life when God stops whispering and starts charging. Not suggesting. Not hinting. But charging. This is not casual instruction. This is holy assignment. This is not a word for convenience. This is a word for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Spirit-Filled Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 18, 2025
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     | 178 views

    The sermon encourages believers to rely on the Holy Spirit’s presence and power to transform daily life, bringing peace, unity, and Christlike character.

    Some of us walked in today with hearts that feel hurried and hands that feel heavy. You’ve prayed for peace but still feel the pull. You’ve promised yourself patience and then snapped before breakfast. You’ve wanted joy and found only jitters. Friend, you’re not alone. What if, in the middle of ...read more

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    Guard The Ground PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 157 views

    True victory comes by honestly bringing our struggles to God, trusting His gospel, resisting the enemy, and standing firm through prayer and God’s strength.

    Friends, some of us arrived today with a tired soul and a brave smile. Others carry questions that keep you awake, temptations that tug at you, and memories that whisper shame. You are not strange, and you are not alone. The God who made you also sees you, loves you, and is not intimidated by what ...read more

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    Responsible Citizenship

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,534 views

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.

    RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP DOES NOT VIOLATE OUR OBLIGATION TO GOD, BUT RATHER IS CONSISTENT WITH THAT HIGHER AUTHORITY Introd.: Examine diff. viewpoints regarding the separation of church and state Issue: the obligation of believers to God's kingdom vs. our obligation to the state Specific issue here ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Must Not Be Good Because He Created Evil

    Contributed by John Fruner on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,294 views

    God is not the author of evil and suffering in the world. Evil and suffering are consequences of our actions. Original Sin.

    “God must not be good because He created evil.” There is no question that our world is filled with evil and suffering. We come into contact with it every day of our lives and are forced to deal with it on an emotional, intellectual and practical level. How can we believe that God is both good ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Big Boss From Galilee

    Contributed by Phil Rownd on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 151 ratings
     | 11,520 views

    Jesus’ authority makes certain demands on us, but it also empowers us to follow Him wholeheartedly.

    The Big Boss From Galilee Mark 1:14-28 Introduction About a year ago I was struggling with one of the boys in Sunday School. I looked him in the eye and asked a question I felt sure would bring him in line: “Brandon, who is in charge here?” That kid wasn’t gonna let me get away that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Name Of Jesus - The Reverence Series

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,613 views

    One of three short ministry outlines on the Name of Jesus - highlighting the reverence, authority and power of the name.

    THE NAME OF JESUS THE REVERENCE OF HIS NAME Exodus 20:7 “You must not misuse the name of the LORD your God. The LORD will not let you go unpunished if you misuse his name. [NLT] Matthew 6:9 Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. [AV] Isaiah 57:15 This is what the high and lofty One ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Name Of Jesus - The Assurance Series

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,013 views

    The Third of three short ministry outlines on the Name of Jesus - highlighting the reverence, authority and power of the name.

    THE ASSURANCE OF HIS NAME Philippians 2:9-11 God gave Christ the highest place and honoured His name above all others. 10 So at the name of Jesus everyone will bow down, those in heaven, on earth, and under the earth. 11 And to the glory of God the Father everyone will openly agree, "Jesus Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Restoring Of Peace

    Contributed by Bill Burnett on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,742 views

    Worry effects many people today. Jesus came to give peace and authority over storms.

    The Restoring Of God’s Peace Mat 8:23 Now when He got into a boat, His disciples followed Him. Mat 8:24 And suddenly a great tempest arose on the sea, so that the boat was covered with the waves. But He was asleep. Mat 8:25 Then His disciples came to Him and awoke Him, saying, "Lord, save us! ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet Series

    Contributed by David Blizzard on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,991 views

    This is the third parable Jesus told in response to the Pharisees question about His authority in cleansing the Temple.

    THE WEDDING BANQUET PARABLE – Matthew 22:1-15 This is the third parable that Jesus told in response to the Pharisees’ question about his authority. The first one of the two sons dealt with Israel’s rejection of God the Father. The parable of the vineyard dealt with the rejection of God the Son. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience To God

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 5, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,325 views

    God has ordained civil government so we are to be in total compliance with civil authorities. Or are we?

    July 6, 2003 Morning Service Text: Romans 13:1-7 Subject: Obedience to the Law Title: Whom Shall We Obey? As the Fourth of July weekend comes to a close we want to remember our country with a salute to the freedoms and liberties that we have. Let’s just stop for a moment and ponder these things. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God