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  • Miguel Monge Jr. avatar

    What It Takes To Be A Champion- The Basic Rules Series

    Contributed by Miguel Monge Jr. on Oct 19, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,927 views

    Life from start to finish is the most important game you will ever play! How do you win? No matter where you are across the board, come and join us as we navigate the ups and downs of the Game of Life!

    key verse: Romans 8:37 For we are more that conquerors through Christ Jesus, who gave his life for us! a) 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 (New Living Translation) We use God’s mighty weapons, not mere worldly weapons, to knock down the Devil’s strongholds. With these weapons we break down ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stop Thinking Like Dirt

    Contributed by Robert Parker on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,153 views

    God blesses so we can be a blessing. To make us great stewards of what He has already given us dominion over. We have to stop thinking like dirt and start thinking like harvesters

    Haggai (1:3 ) Thus speaks the word of the Lord came by Haggai the prophet, saying, (1:4) It is time for you yourselves to dwell in your paneled houses, and this temple to lie in ruins? (1:5) Now therefore, thus says the Lord of hosts: Consider your ways! (1:6) You have sown much and bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Worship As A Way Of Life Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,514 views

    Worship is a total way of life of loving our Lord that will stand up under the scrutiny of God himself—and in spite of our circumstances. This is a four parter. (It originally started as one sermon and was split off and expanded to four.)

    Disciplines are a way of life for most people. Choosing to do things on a regular basis so that desired goals are reached—those goals wouldn’t be reached without disciplining ourselves in certain tasks: We teach our daughters and sons to brush their teeth. Why? SO that when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jesus's Simple Plan For Evangelism And Church Planting Series

    Contributed by James Smith on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 11,192 views

    This is a sermon based on my testimony of how the Lord called me to start a church, and our biblical pattern for ministry & evangelism. Practical points are made on how we are called, how God fullfills that calling, and suggestions for church planting.

    Introduction: It’s funny how the Lord has us in the palm of His hand. How he knows what we can do, and plans the future for us. Some times this even involves what seems like catastrophe. We were in the middle of a cell group barbecue at our friends the Grants. The children are playing, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Can Help You Overcome Misunderstandings

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,912 views

    Misunderstandings are common can start a destructive cycle of disagreements, arguments and quarrels that may last for a lifetime. Crushing conflicts can damage all kinds of relationships because simple misunderstandings were never nipped in the bud from t

    Parents and their children of today consistently struggle to understand each other. Misunderstandings are common can start a destructive cycle of disagreements, arguments and quarrels that may last for a lifetime. Crushing conflicts can damage all kinds of relationships because simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Laying The Foundation For Revival Series

    Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Oct 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,290 views

    Revival started with a foundation of prayer. Israel’s physical state was a reflection of their spiritual state. Nehemiah’s quest wasn’t just about rebuilding the walls and gates of Jerusalem. It was also about reviving the hearts and minds of the peopl

    (This sermon is part of a series preached in the first few months of arriving at the church, which had been without a "preacher" for 3 years.) Laying the Foundation for Revival Show the Blueprints and Plans of our church from years past—class rooms, family life center, new worship area, more ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Knowing Jesus The Purpose Of Revival

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 21, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,104 views

    The ultimate revival is the Revelation of Jesus Christ in all His fullness. The book of Revelation starts “The Revelation of Jesus Christ” this sums it all up. The whole purpose of our life is relationship with Jesus Christ to Know Him and to be known.

    KNOWING JESUS: THE PURPOSE OF REVIVAL Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church May 2004. Daniel 11:32 32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong and do exploits. Kjv Luke 24:31 And their eyes were opened, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Unity

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,143 views

    This message explores four levels of the godly unity that Jesus prayed about in John chapter 17. It starts with the individual and God, moves through the levels of the family, the local church, and finally the Church in each city. This message can challen

    THE POWER OF UNITY Pastor Eric J. Hanson Introduction This has also been a life theme for me, starting with the theme verse of the music ministry I was part of back in 1974 & 75 “The Gospel Express”. That verse was II Corinthians 5:19, especially that He (God) has given us this ministry of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tested By Fire Series

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 8, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,208 views

    When a Christian is born again receives spiritual nourishment on the Word of God. As a baby is first fed with milk and latter in life as the baby grows starts eating solid food. Paul is telling the Christians of Corinth that their normal development stopp

    Today we continue studying the book of 1st Corinthians Last week we read that the Church of Corinth was struggling with a problem of division. People where tearing the congregation apart by choosing factions. Chapter one addresses this issue. Chapter 2 talks about the importance of the preaching ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Your Blessed Place Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,869 views

    In fulfilling our purpose we not only fulfill the plan for ourselves, but also contribute to the greater plan God has called us to complete within the body of Christ as a whole. This takes the obedience of a body with a shared vision, but it starts with t

    In the first part of this study we were discussing how we are called for a purpose and how our gifts will be used to edify one another. We all have gifts and they should be used in conjunction with other gifts within the body to fulfill the plan and purpose of God within that local body. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Randy Bataanon avatar

    The Seed Of Small Beginning

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Mar 30, 2011
    based on 81 ratings
     | 44,644 views

    Whether you are building your personal Christian faith, starting a family, planting a local church, beginning worthwhile projects, or planning businesses; the parable of Jesus about the mustard seed is a very relevant message that can encourage you

    THE SEED OF HUMBLE BEGINNING Whether you are building your personal Christian faith, starting a family, planting a local church, beginning worthwhile projects, or planning businesses; the parable of Jesus about the mustard seed is a very relevant message that can motivate and encourage you. Mat ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet!

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 13, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,712 views

    Every river started with a rain drop, it’s true, you won’t find a spicket  At the mouth of a river, Your faith multiplied by Gods ability can turn that raindrop into your river of blessing in your desert

    No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet! As I set back and reflected on all the events of this past week, All the preparation that was done, leading up to the great 100th birthday party,  a lot of us had the honor to attend. All those who attended, were treated to fabulous hor’derves, several ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Good Morning Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 30, 2013
     | 9,749 views

    My coffee time with God in the morning turned me to a Preacher at work to begin with. What started as a small effort of greeting Jesus ‘Good morning and chat with Him,’ turned into a commitment for the rest of my life!

    Good morning Jesus! Job 19:25”For I know that my Redeemer lives!” While working for the Vice President of a multinational bank with jam-packed agenda in my life: as a wife, mother and the office work as well, that kept me on my toes the whole day and I had to don multiple hats ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Love

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 13, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,970 views

    This is such a vast subject that I need a gigantic canvas to cover the whole gamut of views regarding love, let me start writing a few and I plead you to search your hearts and make amendments during the process of reading.

    Have not LOVE! 1 Corinthians 13:2”……..though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, but have not love, I am nothing.” This is such a vast subject that I need a gigantic canvas to cover the whole gamut of views regarding love, let me start writing a few and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • James Lee avatar

    Are You Anchored In The Storm Pt2

    Contributed by James Lee on Nov 1, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,548 views

    Last Sunday I briefly mentioned four anchors that I believe you need to drop whenever you’re going through a storm and today I want start elaborating on each of those four anchors.

    Part 1 Review 1. When You’re In A Storm, You Cannot Depend On Human Wisdom Acts 27:18-19 READ One of the most difficult things to do when you’re going through a storm will be to resist the temptation to handle your storms in the way that you think they should be handled. 2. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist