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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    People Who Want To Get Rich

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 8, 2013
     | 1,874 views

    To show the consequences of what will happen if you want to get rich by yourself and not by GOD.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you want to get rich? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the consequences of what will happen if you want to get rich by yourself and not by GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:9 (Amplified Bible) 6:9 But those who crave to be rich fall into temptation and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Curing Church Conflict-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 21, 2011
     | 2,383 views

    2 of 3. James revealed the solution for conflict within the local church body. There is a known cure for conflict within the local church. But how is it challenged? The cure for church conflict is challenged by....

    CURING CHURCH CONFLICT—II—James 4:1-17 Attention: A man limps into a hospital to have his foot X-rayed, & is asked to wait for the results. Some time later an orderly appears & hands the man a large pill. As he’s handed the pill, a mother with a small child in need of immediate attention enters & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In Spiritual Authority

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025
     | 1,564 views

    Walking in spiritual authority is an essential aspect of the believer’s life. Through Christ, we have been given authority to overcome the forces of darkness, resist temptation, and live a life that brings glory to God.

    Topic: WALKING IN SPIRITUAL AUTHORITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:19 "Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy: and nothing shall by any means hurt you." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 1:19-21 Matthew 28:18-20 Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Three Things To Remember About Satan And His Helpers

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jun 24, 2009
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,835 views

    In the midst of an attack by satan and his forces, we need to remember three things.

    THREE THINGS TO REMEMBER ABOUT SATAN AND HIS HELPERS Text: Ephesians 6:10 – 12 Introduction: • Sunday morning March 29, I made a statement – “we are under attack” • In past 6 months: o Dealt with a crime spree in church neighborhood and my neighborhood o Deaths of loved ones o Family members ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    After Overcoming Temptation - Victorious Living Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023
     | 925 views

    Show gratitude for what God has done for you. Right living maintains a strong Christian testimony.

    “But thank God! He … continues to lead us along in Christ’s triumphal procession.” 2 Corinthians 2:14, NLT “ But thank God! He gives us victory over sin and death through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 15:57, NLT A. INTRODUCTION 1. Overcoming temptation is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Kane avatar

    Show Me Your Commitment … Through Trials And Temptations

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 4, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,067 views

    The second of a series through the book of James

    Soon after we returned from vacation last Sunday the boys were on the computer playing baseball. (The game was a father’s day gift to me and they let me play occasionally.) One of the things that I have heard over the years about good pitching and good pitchers is that they have a variety of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Troy Borst avatar

    "All This I Will Give You" Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 26, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,147 views

    Our focus needs to be on God, not our flesh. Our focus needs to be on God, not false faith. Our focus needs to be on God, not on false gods.

    “All This I Will Give You” Matthew 4:1-11 INTRODUCTION Sun Tzu was a general in China about 500 BC. If we relate this time to other world events, the Jews were in captivity and the prophets Haggai and Zechariah were preaching. About 520, the Jews began to rebuild the temple and Jerusalem and we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Do We Do And Where Do We Go When Life Becomes Overwhelming?

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,394 views

    The Bible gives us the answer to the question, "What Do We Do And Where Do We Go When Life Becomes Overwhelming?"

    “What Do We Do And Where Do We Go When Life Becomes Overwhelming?” Hebrews 6:18-20 We Run To God Because… A. The PROMISE of refuge we have is based upon God’s Immutability. (v. 18) That by two immutable things, in which it was impossible for God to lie, we might have a strong consolation, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Chapman avatar

    Heaven's Empathy

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 17, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,040 views

    We have heard numerous stories about Jesus’ temptation. Yet, perhaps the amazing thing of the story of Christ’s temptations is that He knows our story so well.

    Heaven’s Empathy for You and Me Luke 4:1-13 Movement One: Jesus was tempted Set Stage: (Bracket discussion by familiarity). Questions: We know this story, don’t we? You have heard it preached many times? You have studied it in Bible studies and Sunday School haven’t you? I think we would all say ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Consider It Joy

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 28, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,370 views

    To see trials as times when God is pruning us and making us more useful for Himself

    Consider It All Joy SBC Philippi, Rev. J Simms James 1:1-4 Primary Purpose: A primary introduction to James and to discuss how we can be joyful in trials. Background: This book was written by James, the half-brother of Jesus. He wasn’t a believer through Jesus’ earthly ministry. But, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,071 views

    Life is full of temptations and we can be guided through them by the example of Christ at his temptation by the devil. This sermon unites Luke 4: 1 – 13 and Deuteronomy 26: 1 - 11 to gain a Biblical perspective on temptation.

    If Luke 4: 1 – 13 / Deuteronomy 26: 1 - 11 Intro: It’s a small two letter word. --- Often it carries with a great burden. --- If --- If I had known, If I had gone, If I were rich, If … If. Our lives can be full of ifs. Jesus was no different. I. Verse 1-3 – Jesus is at his weakest – he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Cedrick Jackson avatar

    "Destruction In The Lap Of A Wicked Woman!”

    Contributed by Cedrick Jackson on Jul 2, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,040 views

    No matter the call on your life, temptation will still try to show it’s ugly head in our lives; BUT GOD!

    “Destruction in the Lap of a Wicked Woman!” Judges 16:18-20 18) And when Delilah saw that he had told her all his heart, she sent and called for the lords of the Philistines, saying, Come up this once, for he hath shewed me all his heart. Then the lords of the Philistines came up unto her, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Smith avatar

    Aren't You Glad Jesus Stoop Down

    Contributed by James Smith on Jul 6, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 13,111 views

    The woman caught in adultry was cleaned of her sin just like you can be cleaned from your past

    AREN’T YOU GLAD JESUS STOOPED DOWN JOHN 8:1-11 TEXT: NOW MOSES IN THE LAW COMMANDED US, THAT SUCH SHOULD BE STONED BUT WHAT SAYEST THOU? WE OFTEN HERE PREACHERS PREACH ABOUT THIS PASSGAE OF SCRIPTURE BUT HOW MANY TIMES DO WE COMPARE OURSELVES WITH THIS WOMAN OF ADULTRY? WE ALL ARE EXAMPLES OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Watters avatar

    Giving Birth To Death

    Contributed by David Watters on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 13,770 views

    In this life we have the opportunity to create a world around us of darkness and death...or...we have the opportunity of creating a world of light. With our Lord’s help, we can become ’Light to a Dark World’.

    Sermon: Giving Birth to Death Scripture: James 1: 14-15 Good morning! First...this morning, I would like to start out with a little story. Once upon a time there was a man who thought he was dead. His concerned wife and friends sent him to the friendly neighborhood psychiatrist. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Troy Borst avatar

    American Idols Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 4, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 10,998 views

    This word “ignorant” occurs 13 times in the Bible and is connected with some important spiritual facts we should all know. That is why today we look at a warning in Scripture against idols.

    IGNORANT SERIES: AMERICAN IDOLS ISAIAH 44:6-11 INTRODUCTION According to the American Heritage Dictionary, the word “ignorant” means unaware or uniformed. I would like us, for the next few weeks, to look at some spiritual facts that you may be unaware of or have forgotten. Most of the time we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ