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  • Ken McKinley avatar

    How To Take Heart In Trying Times Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 7, 2025
     | 865 views

    In this world you will have trouble. But if we know God and understand His love for us, we can have peace in Christ and take heart during trying times.

    How to Take Heart in Trying Times Text: John 16:25-33 Well, this morning, we’re returning to our study of John’s Gospel, and just to remind you all of what where we were… Let me give you a quick re-cap. In chapter 13, Jesus went to the upper room with His disciples, and they celebrated the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Take Time To Be Holy - Part 1

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 31, 2023
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    Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. How can we, who are of a sinful nature, be holy? Hint, it’s not about what we do, it’s what HE does IN us.

    2023.07.30 SERMON NOTES. TAKE TIME TO BE HOLY - PART 1 William Akehurst HSWC BIG IDEA: Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. How can we, who are of a sinful nature, be holy? Hint, it’s not about what we do, it’s what HE does IN us. Scriptures: Titus 3:5-7, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Romans 12:1-2 Titus 3:5-7 5 not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Take Time To Be Holy – Part 2

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 7, 2023
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    Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. How can we, who are of a sinful nature, be holy? GOD calls you to grow in Holiness and equips you to do so through HIS SPIRIT in every believer.

    2023.08.06. SERMON NOTES_TAKE TIME TO BE HOLY – PART 2 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. How can we, who are of a sinful nature, be holy? GOD calls you to grow in Holiness and equips you to do so through HIS SPIRIT in every believer. Scriptures: Colossians 3:1-17, Titus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking Authority Over Your Words Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 8, 2023
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     | 3,318 views

    Before they speak, believers should asked themselves: Is what I’m about to say Good? Is it kind? Is it necessary? Believers should not speak until their words pass the test of those three questions. Handle your words with care!

    Sermon – Taking Authority Over Your Words Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32 “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them. And do not bring sorrow to God’s Holy Spirit by the way you live. Remember, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Take Time To Be Holy - Part 3

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Aug 14, 2023
     | 1,419 views

    Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. When we experience the HOLY GOD, we see our shortcomings. It is only the HOLY LORD GOD that can make us to be HOLY. One Touch and we are made Whole, and Holy, and Ready for HIS Service. But it starts with us, being willing to surrender to HIM.

    2023.08.13. SERMON NOTES. Take Time to Be Holy. Pt 3 William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Be Holy, for I AM HOLY. When we experience the HOLY GOD, we see our shortcomings. It is only the HOLY LORD GOD that can make us to be HOLY. One Touch and we are made Whole, and Holy, and Ready for HIS Service. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "take Courage. It Is I."

    Contributed by Les Buttolph on Aug 28, 2023
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    When the storms of life threaten, even overwhelm us, know that Jesus is there, and can save us.

    One very cold day, a farmer sees a bird lying on the path, half dead. He picks up the bird, cradles it in his hands, and blows his warm breath on it. The bird begins to revive, but the farmer has chores to do, and doesn’t have the time to nurse the bird to recovery. But he spots a fresh cow pile, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Divine Healing: Take The Devil To Court

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 14, 2023
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     | 2,041 views

    Our Enemy resists us receiving any of the benefits of Christ. We must go to Court with our Advocate, Jesus, who will present the Exhibits of His suffering to prove that we are heirs and benefactors. Then we can claim our own!

    DIVINE HEALING: TAKE THE DEVIL TO COURT Mt. 26:27-28 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. During the years when Poland was still a communist bloc country, and the Christian church was still persecuted, it was very difficult for Christians to go to an underground church meeting. There were sentries stationed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Take The Bait

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 20, 2023
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     | 5,335 views

    This message is about our response to temptations and how the grace of God empowers us to overcome and not yield to them. It's a follow-up to my message "The Truth About Grace."

    Don’t Take The Bait! Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22; First Corinthians 10:13; James 1:13-16 In my message last week I told you that grace does not cover sin, that in fact what it does is empower us to walk away and reject sin. Grace empowers us to reject sin, not cover it up after we do it. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking Up Your Cross Daily Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025
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     | 754 views

    Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the Christian journey.

    TAKING UP YOUR CROSS DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 9:23 Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:38-39, Galatians 2:20, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:3, Philippians 3:10 INTRODUCTION: Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Take The First Step Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 16, 2025
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     | 801 views

    What it means to Go! And take the first step of faith, especially when the path is unclear.

    Go! And Take the First Step of Faith Opening Prayer Gracious Father, As we gather around Your Word, we ask that You ignite our faith. Help us to trust You even when we cannot see what’s ahead. Speak clearly today. Challenge our comfort. Confront our fears. Convince us to step forward in obedience ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Battle For The Mind: Taking Thoughts Captive Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jul 16, 2025
     | 541 views

    You have around 6,000 thoughts per day. According to cognitive neuroscience, the average person generates 6,000+ thoughts daily. The question isn’t if you’re thinking—but what are you thinking? And more importantly, who is influencing those thoughts?

    The Battle for the Mind: Taking Thoughts Captive June 29, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Corinthians 10:5 INTRODUCTION: The Mind is a Mindfield You have around 6,000 thoughts per day. According to cognitive neuroscience, the average person generates 6,000+ thoughts ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    When God Takes Over The Battle Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025
     | 706 views

    When you truly hand over your battle to God, He takes full responsibility for the outcome. Hezekiah’s decision to pray, not panic, changed the course of history.

    WHEN GOD TAKES OVER THE BATTLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 19:14-37 Supporting Texts: Exodus 14:14; Psalm 46:10-11; 2 Chronicles 20:15-22; Isaiah 37:14-36; Romans 8:31 INTRODUCTION: King Hezekiah of Judah was facing a national crisis. The mighty Assyrian king, Sennacherib, had ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Take Your Boxing Gloves Off! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 685 views

    Understanding and applying the teachings of Matthew 18:15-20, emphasizing the importance of forgiveness, reconciliation, and peace in our relationships as followers of Christ.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we’re diving into a powerful passage from the book of Matthew, one that teaches us valuable lessons about forgiveness, reconciliation, and peace. This passage is a cornerstone for our relationships with others, and how we, as followers of Christ, should ...read more

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    Holy Weaponry: Taking A Stand In This Last Hour

    Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 30, 2003
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,755 views

    This Sermon Exposes Satan by causing the Saints of God to realize the power they have, through Christ, in their “Holy Weaponry.”

    Holy Weaponry: Taking A Stand In This Last Hour Introduction: Read Ephesians 6:10-18: Theme: Taking a stand against the enemy, Satan, with our ordained Holy Weapons of Warfare. Aim: Exposing Satan by causing the Saints of God to realize the power they have, through Christ, in their “Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Last Judgement And The Poor

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2017
     | 3,349 views

    Divinity hides beneath the offensive demeanor of a poor man or woman.

    The poor Divinity hides beneath the offensive demeanor of a poor man....The poor are the last to suspect it. They grow accustomed to their want and isolation...For God it is better that way. They can assume their disguise secretly, in a concealment unknown to them. .....A desire for lasting ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic