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  • Brady Boyd avatar

    The Spiritual Mystery Of Sex Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 19, 2024
     | 752 views

    It seems the world is fixated on sex. God’s not embarrassed for us to talk about it and ask questions.

    Church in the City – Chapter 6 The Spiritual Mystery of Sex September 22, 2024 It seems the world is fixated on sex. God’s not embarrassed for us to talk about it and ask questions. The question the world is asking about sex: How can I have sex with more people and have the most pleasure? The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Climate Change

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 26, 2024
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     | 3,090 views

    Jesus first ejected all the unbelievers from Jairus' house, then He was able to work the miracle. If we want the supernatural in our lives, we need to have a climate change! We look at 5 keys to change your climate.

    SPIRITUAL CLIMATE CHANGE Matt. 9:18-25 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: LOOK WHO’S CAUGHT 1. A Pastor had a dinner at the house of a couple in his church. After he left, the wife noticed his spoon was missing and it bothered her. “I think the Pastor stole our spoon!” she told her husband. 2. A year ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Keys To Spiritual Renewal

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
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     | 2,095 views

    Make Jesus known where he is needed. Be his heralds and his ambassadors.

    Opening illustration: Our country is in desperate need of a spiritual awakening, but we have a problem. When we consider that the last true, widespread, landscape changing spiritual awakening in this country was in the middle of the 19th century, it is safe to say that no one “alive today” has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Marks Of A Spiritual Person Series

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Jun 4, 2024
     | 973 views

    Abram settled his tents in the place that God had called him. From beginning to the end of this story, though he failed many times, he always built and alter to the Lord.

    As we spoke about Genesis 12 last week, we saw that there was a famine in the land and Abram took a natural, commonsensical path and made his way down to Egypt. While in Egypt, we didn’t see Abram erect monuments to or call upon his God - instead he took what he felt was the smartest, most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Live In Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 10, 2024
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     | 2,954 views

    This is the 15th sermon in the series "Live Well".

    Series: Live Well [#15] LIVE IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE 2 Peter 2:1-9 Introduction: As Christians, we are members of God’s Army. We are at spiritual war every day and God has given us the armor necessary to not just survive but to be victorious. 1 of the tactics of the enemy is that Satan uses ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Evicting Spiritual Squatters

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jan 3, 2023
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     | 6,320 views

    Satan and his henchmen are out to steal from us. They are scheming illegal activities against us and our children. The thief comes to steal. Stealing is illegal, done by those who don’t pay attention to the law.

    Evicting Spiritual Squatters We begin today with a scripture, and my message title I will tell you later. PPT 1 text 2 Thessalonians 2:1 Now we request you, brethren, with regard to the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and our gathering together to Him, 2 Thessalonians 2:2 that you may not be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Understanding Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jan 24, 2023
     | 1,757 views

    Multiple sermons on the wearing of the armor of God in our lives. Part one- Belt of truth

    Understanding Spiritual Warfare Ephesians 6:10-18 Intro- Good Morning to those listening online- Happy New Year We are glad that you are here- if you would turn to the book of Ephesians chapter 6, We will be looking at the armor of God and how it works or doesn’t work in our lives. Because we ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Preventing A Spiritual Firestorm Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2024
     | 374 views

    How much devastation and destruction has been wrought because believer's think nothing of listening passively to slanderous accusations against their spiritual leaders? The Apostle Paul was a victim of this as well.

    Paradise, California. Lahaina, Hawaii. What comes to mind when I mention those two towns? What do they have in common? Yes, wildfire devastation. Firestorms that destroyed nearly the whole towns. I think most of us remember the terrifying and incredibly speedy devastation that each of these ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Spiritual Sensitivity And Discernment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
     | 592 views

    Spiritual sensitivity and discernment are vital for victorious Christian living. We are in a time when the voices around us are many, but only one voice leads to life—the voice of the Spirit.

    SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY AND DISCERNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:14, Acts 16:16-18, 1 Kings 3:9-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 24:24 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of spiritual noise and increasing deception, believers must develop spiritual sensitivity ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,388 views

    The enemy constantly tries to harm God's people in various ways, but through the power of the Holy Spirit, we have complete freedom. We are not victims, but victors.

    Today, we will delve into the topic of spiritual arrows and their impact on the lives of believers. Spiritual arrows are invisible attacks from the kingdom of darkness that target specific individuals or groups. These arrows can cause harm, affliction, confusion, division, character disorders, ...read more

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    Journey To Spiritual Growth SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 840 views

    Making the decision to go from where we presently are spiritually to a new level in Jesus...the other side!

    Today, I believe Jesus is commanding each one of us to go to a new level in our spiritual journey. He is saying, "Let us go to the other side." But what does this "other side" mean for each of us? It could be different for everyone, but it encompasses areas such as our prayer life, openness to ...read more

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    The Spiritual Battle Of Worry

    Contributed by Anthony Sosa on Jan 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 718 views

    Worry is a battle we all face, but it’s more than just a natural response to life’s uncertainties—it’s a spiritual issue rooted in trust. The good news is that God invites us to hand our worries over to Him, offering peace, freedom, and His unfailing faithfulness in return.

    Worry: A Spiritual Battle We All Face Worry is something we’ve all wrestled with at one time or another. Life brings challenges that can feel overwhelming, whether it’s about finances, health, relationships, or the future. But as much as worry feels natural, Scripture shows us that it’s more than ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    False Spiritual Authority Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 543 views

    A sermon that teaches how to discern between what is true and false in the church and it's leadership

    False Spiritual Authority Book of Daniel Series CCCAG 1-12-25 Scripture: Daniel 2:1-12 Introduction: I’m going to break up Daniel chapter 2 into two separate sermons. It’s a long chapter, and it has two central subjects that are more than big enough to warrant two separate sermons. The first part ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming Spiritual Laziness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025
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     | 1,113 views

    Spiritual laziness is a state of neglect in our spiritual lives, where we become complacent, apathetic, or disengaged from our pursuit of God. It can lead to stagnation, missed opportunities, and a lack of growth in our faith.

    Title: OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL LAZINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 6:9-11 "How long will you lie there, you sluggard? When will you get up from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest—and poverty will come on you like a thief and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Spiritual Consequences Of Lying

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 25, 2025
     | 510 views

    This sermon explores about the consequences of lying in our spiritual and personal life. Trivialized in the society, the Scripture reminds of its profound spiritual implications.

    Scripture: Proverbs 12:22 – “The Lord detests lying lips, but He delights in people who are trustworthy.” Introduction Lying is often trivialized in society, considered a harmless act or a necessary evil. Yet, Scripture consistently teaches that lies have profound spiritual implications. Today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal