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  • John Williams III avatar

    When Jesus Stood Alone

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 7, 2022
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    All in the same night, Jesus ate with His disciples and was betrayed by one of that number---Judas. All in the same night, Jesus was revered and abandoned by His own disciples, until at last, He stood alone.

    WHEN JESUS STOOD ALONE Text: Luke 22:14-23, 33-34 In his book, You Are Never Alone, Charles Allen makes the point that the pain of rejection is the greatest pain to bear. He said that people can handle the pain of sorrow, frustration and even failure. But, to be left alone is hard to bear. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Showdown In The Desert (Matthew 4:1-11)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 6, 2024
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    After being baptized in the Jordan river, Jesus was driven into the Judean wilderness by the Holy Spirit to face forty days of hunger, thirst, and a supernatural battle with His archenemy and ours, the devil.

    The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the wilderness of Judea, a barren, dry, and desolate area. It would be a place of severe testing where He would encounter the works and wiles of the devil, a real being whose aim was to try and tempt Jesus to abuse HIs power, lose His faith, or submit to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Hicks avatar

    God Is Able

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 6, 2005
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     | 9,818 views

    Man’s extremity is God’s opportunity to show His love and power.

    GOD IS ABLE! Jer 32:17 Ah Lord GOD! behold, thou hast made the heaven and the earth by thy great power and stretched out arm, and there is nothing too hard for thee: 1.To Do Anything Eph 3:20 20 Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Kallan avatar

    Wilderniss Into Oasis Series

    Contributed by Paul Kallan on Mar 5, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,497 views

    When we experience wilderness in life, it is difficult to uphold our moral standards. Rooted in God and with the power Jesus gives us, we can try to overcome the attractions and promises of evil.

    Mark 1.12-15 describes the Temptation of Christ in the Wilderness. After the baptism in the Jordan, the Spirit leads him to the wilderness to spend fourty days of fasting and prayer. There he is tempted to give up the call of God and yield to the temptation to react to situations in the normal ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Escape Hatch

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001
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     | 2,815 views

    Our text this day speaks of finding the escape hatch. Death is not inevitable! We must, like Dmitry Kolesnikov, keep hope alive. There is a way out of this delima/temptation.

    ESCAPE HATCH I CORINTHIANS 10: 1-13 NOVEMBER 5, 2000 INTRODUCTION: (Mount Holly Pageant/temptation) THE KURSK: 118 SAILORS DIED IS SUB SINKING: READ PRINT OUTS TRANSITION THOUGHT: Our text this day speaks of finding the escape hatch. Death is not inevitable! We must, like Dmitry Kolesnikov, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pastor Yolito de Gracia avatar

    Our God Is Able

    Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 17, 2006
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    We are serving a Sovereign God. God can do what he pleases. Throughout the ages God hath shown this power. I pray that we will be strengthened, and will put our sole confidence in our Omnipotent LORD. May we find comfort and strength as we ponder t

    Title : Our God is able Text : 2 Timothy 1:12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he {is able} to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. This is the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Adams avatar

    The Fallen Spirit Called Satan

    Contributed by Greg Adams on Aug 6, 2002
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     | 2,971 views

    Satan is always on the prowl, and the biblically-taught Christian is "not ignorant of his schemes".

    I. THE FALLEN SPIRIT CALLED SATAN Scripture is clear about Satan’s very real and personal existence. he was once the chief angel, the anointed cherub, the star of the morning, who sparkled with all the jewels of created beauty - until he rebelled against his Creator and tried to usurp His power ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Johnson avatar

    God Has Already Made A Way Out Of Your Trouble

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,604 views

    In the midst of whatever you are going through today, know that God is faithful and He has already made a way out of your trouble.

    God Has Already Made a Way Out of Your Trouble By Greg Johnson March 21, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org/greg_johnson_blog What is troubling you today? What is your struggle? What is your trial? Please find encouragement from God’s Word today. His Word says (1 Corinthians 10:13 NIV) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    The Results Of Faith

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 17, 2012
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    Paul writes to the church of the Ephesians concerning the results of their faith: 1. They have the possibility to know Christ better. 2. They have an inward awareness of Hope. 3. They have an encounter with resurrection power.

    The Results of Your Faith Ephesians 1:15-23 1. The Apostle tells the Ephesians as a result of their Faith they have the Possibility to know Christ Better. • 15Paul says,"becasue of your faith in the Lord Jesus, I keep praying that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ may give you the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Communion - Preparing A Table Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 23, 2014
     | 6,775 views

    Using Psalms 23 verse 5 to understand communion and Jesus sacrifice.

    This message is based on Phillip Keller's book A Shepherd's look at Psalms 23. It is an observation of Communion and how Jesus prepares a way for us. Title: Communion – Preparing a Table Theme: To show how communion relates to Jesus death and preparation for us. Text: Psalms 23, Matthew 27, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    God And Me Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 8, 2017
     | 4,504 views

    Often we think of our strength, ability and education. We boast of our heritage and many other things. What about God and His role in our Life. Don't forget the grace of God.

    2 Sam. 7:1-4 v.1. Settled-Rest from all his enemies Will Satan leave you to enjoy the life on earth? He got permission to tempt Job(1:7-12). He confessed that I will go through the temptations (23:10). Even if he kills me I will trust him(13:15). Job spoke very kind of God(42:7). Satan asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    Live In Wisdom

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 21, 2019
     | 2,168 views

    Beloved fear God and walk in His ways. DONT do what you know He doesn't like. Study His Word day and night and you will discover what He hates.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *LIVE IN WISDOM* 1 Corinthians 10:1-11 King James Version (KJV) 10 Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; 2 And were all baptized unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Choosing The Better Part And Learning From Jesus Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 13, 2025
     | 313 views

    Blessed are they who have kept the word with a generous heart and yield a harvest through perseverance.

    16th Sunday in Course 2025 What is the critical verb in today’s Gospel account of Martha and Mary? What is it that Mary is doing that gives her a pass on serving the food and drink and cooking the chicken in the kitchen? Mary listened at the feet of Jesus. Martha did a lot of busy work, probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Inauguration Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 966 views

    Jesus' victory over temptation gives us hope and shows us that we can overcome too. His humility, obedience, and reliance on God's Word are examples for us to follow.

    Jesus went to John the Baptist to be baptized. John was like, "Wait, you should be baptizing me!" But Jesus insisted. He was showing us how to be humble and obedient. Humility is super important, especially for leaders. Jesus was humble even before His baptism. He gave up everything, even His life, ...read more

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  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Raging Battle Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 19, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,156 views

    In the battle that rages about us, many are taken captive. Many more are unawasre that we are at war. However, the Bible insists that we are engaged in war with a brutal enemy. Are we ready?

    EPHESIANS 6:11 THE RAGING BATTLE “Put on the whole armour of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil.” If you seek a religion that will make you comfortable, Christianity is not for you. Despite the emphasis on peace and benefit that emanates from Christian pulpits, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist