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  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    God Is Able

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,110 views

    As we have entered a New Year God reminds us through His Word that He is able, He will deliver us and He will lift us up, no matter what the year may hold or what challenges may come our way.

    The promise to us from the Lord for the year 2023 is taken from 2 Corinthians 9:8, “And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:” (KJV) Let us meditate on God’s word to understand that God is able to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The War Of Thoughts

    Contributed by John Emilimor on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,716 views

    A call for believers to take seroiously the manner of thoughts that they accomodate in thier hearts and recognise that it is an area that must be handled as a warfare if victory is to be attained.

    Topic: War of Thoughts God is resolutely committed to having those of us who are born of His Spirit operate from the position of power, the realm of dominion where everything Jesus has accomplished will be translated into the physical reality by our presence. We are the “little christs” left behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 28, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 12,902 views

    Is it possible that an ancient Scripture holds a mystery that reveals America’s future? I believe the answer is “yes.” I believe that the mystery lies behind everything from 9/11, to the War on Terror, to the crash of Wall Street and the global economy,

    The Final Countdown Has Began Series (Four Parts) “Nine Alarms That Have Went Unheard” 1 of 4 Based upon Jonathan Cahn’s book & messages: “The Harbinger” February 12, 2012 Chester First Baptist Church, Chester, Illinois Dr. Mike Fogerson, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    1 Kings 9 - Solomon's Heart Series

    Contributed by Sam Cheung on Aug 10, 2021
     | 2,601 views

    Taking a deep look at 1 Kings 9 and the terrible warnings God gives to Solomon in his second appearance and Solomon's reaction to it

    What would be the worst thing to happen to you at the end of your life? For me, it might well be losing your mind. For others, it may be the terrible tragedy of losing your children, somewhat like happened to Job. For many, I guess, it would be that everything that you have spent your life building ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Cornerstone

    Contributed by Darrell Jones on Jun 15, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,463 views

    The fact that the church needs a foundation can not be disputed. Let’s take a look at the way the foundation is laid as well as the purpose and types of stone used.

    Psalms 118:22, "The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the Corner." Ephesians 2:20, "And are built upon the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Jesus Christ himself being the chief Cornerstone." 1 Peter 2 4-8, "To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    All Things New

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 21, 2022
     | 2,948 views

    Life for the newborn Christian is going to change. And the change will be dramatic. The same holds true for the revived saint. The change we witness in those who are twice-born and those who are revived is revealed in the new commitment Ruth demonstrated toward her mother-in-law.

    “Do not urge me to leave you or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the LORD do so to me and more also if anything but death ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Do After November 4

    Contributed by David Nuhfer on Nov 6, 2008
    based on 53 ratings
     | 9,270 views

    In light of the cultural changes that could take place in our nation as a result of the November 4, 2008 elections, what should the church be doing?

    This past week, course of our nation took a turn. After a long and often bitter campaign, we went to the polls and, after over 100 million votes were counted, a new President was selected. The vote reflected a lot of interest, a lost of discussion and the realization that we are a nation of people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Feel Trapped

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,426 views

    When you are trapped you must take risks, realizing your life has a divine destiny. You must trust in the providence of God.

    The book of Esther contains one of the most intriguing stories in the Bible. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the ending is a surprise resulting in the reversal of fortunes. The story begins simply enough with a king holding a banquet. King Xerxes of Persia has just spent six months ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Mere Stones/Reminders-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 15, 2016
     | 4,497 views

    4 of ? Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

    MERE STONES/Reminders-IV—Joshua 4:1-24 Reminder/Recall/Memorial/Symbol/Post-it notes/String on finger Attention: Little reminders can make all the difference in a person’s life! And little things can make all the difference in your Christian life! Need: Joshua had twelve stones ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Communicate Change

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 1,935 views

    Communicate how the innovation will meet a genuine felt need of the people. Demonstrate how the change will meet some immediate needs as well as holding promise for long term needs. Distinguish between needs and wants. Some people may want to own a new Pe

    HOW TO COMMUNICATE CHANGE 1. Communicate a respect for the people’s traditions, culture, and appreciation for its leaders. Express your desire to see that the people receive the maximum benefits both in the short range and the long range. Benefits should include not only monetary, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Larry Elder avatar

    The Reality Of Higher Levels

    Contributed by Larry Elder on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,469 views

    Jesus wants to take us into new and deeper dimensions of our walk with Him There are spiritual levels in the Lord Levels of Faith, Maturity, Obedience, Worship

    The Reality of Higher Levels Daniel 3 INTRODUCTION: • Jesus wants to take us into new and deeper dimensions of our walk with Him • There are spiritual levels in the Lord • Levels of Faith, Maturity, Obedience, Worship • Today we are going to look at the results and reality of higher ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Be Deceived

    Contributed by Daren Mitchell on May 22, 2012
     | 6,836 views

    In order to understand how we can be deceived by the Evil one we need to take a note from Joshua and learn from his experience.

    Don't Be Deceived Joshua 9 There is a theme in this story that applies to every human life: Deception Ephesians 6:12 says, “we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let Go Off The Basket.

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 22, 2015
     | 8,327 views

    There comes a time in our life when we got to take decisions that might not be comfortable or comprehensible but we need to know the will of God and move on.

    Let go off the basket……. Exodus 2:2”…..she hid him three months. 3 When she could hide him no longer, she took for him a basket made of bulrushes and daubed it with bitumen and pitch. She put the child in it and placed it among the reeds by the river bank.” Observe ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Pit To Promise

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,429 views

    What keeps us in the pit of anger and frustration is often our inability to forgive others and ourselves. This sermon takes a look at Joseph as a role model for forgiveness.

    From Pit to Promise – Genesis 45: 1 - 15 Intro: Simon Wiesanthal – 89 family members perished in holocaust – Book, Sunflower: On the Possibilities and Limits of Forgiveness – dying Nazi soldier asks for forgiveness – For 2 hrs Weisanthal sat there in silence – Finally he left room in silence – In ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Mere Stones/Reminders-8 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 2, 2017
     | 4,114 views

    8 of 11. Joshua had twelve stones removed from the Jordan River as a memorial to the crossing. Memorials or Spiritual Reminders hold a great deal of significance to God’s people. But what is significant about them? Mere Stones can transport us to...

    MERE STONES/Reminders-VIII—Joshua 4:1-24(:15-24) Reminder/Recall/Memorial/Symbol/Post-it notes/String on finger Boys hiking/Exploring cave/Deeper into cave/Bear! Both tear out of cave in their hiking gear with bear close behind/As one is running he unzips backpack, pulls out tennis shoes, hits the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist