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  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    The Fearsome Storm

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 25, 2018
     | 6,524 views

    Today the church faces storms coming from all corners of society and even from within. How do we face such fearsome events? Maybe you face a personal storm in your marriage, job, or your health? Maybe its conflict in a ministry team? Hang on to Jesus.

    The Fearsome Storm Mark 4:35-41 35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37 A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Ability To Triumph Series

    Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Sep 19, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,860 views

    Someone once said, “ A Christian is one who is completely fearless, continually cheerful, and constantly in trouble!” Joseph’s life illustrated this saying exactly; however, Joseph was always able to triumph over adversity.

    I. Over Misery (1-5) A. Joseph was not content to simpley survive. He actually thrived in adversity. B. Joseph was taken to a place where he did not kow the language or customs and was made a slave. C. Through all of this misery, everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rotten Mess Faith

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,384 views

    We illustrate how Jesus had to walk Martha through three levels of faith.

    TITLE DEED FAITH By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I ponder today ROTTEN MESSES and Faith. We must come to realize a problem is but a doorway of opporutnity for God to show His Plan! I ponder: Can people have faith and never use it? Are there levels of faith? How can I learn to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    #2understanding Models Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 3, 2002
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,248 views

    We need to understand the role of MODELING in the local church.

    #2 We are in a 5 part series on Understanding, this lesson is A LESSON UNDERSTANDING MODELS. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Gal 6:9 And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. 1 Cor 14:8 For if the trumpet give an uncertain sound, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Psst. It's Not A Secret

    Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 3, 2025
     | 207 views

    Truth isn’t hidden or mystical; God revealed Himself openly in Jesus, offering relationship, forgiveness, and meaning beyond the illusions of modern “secret wisdom.”

    There’s a moment in almost everyone’s life where you wonder if the universe is trying to tell you something. You’re scrolling TikTok late at night… You see a video that says, “Here’s the secret you’ve been missing.” You hear someone whisper, “You’re more powerful than you think.” You see a post ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Cut Above---Reaching For A Higher Plane

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 10, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,387 views

    We cannot afford to accept status quo as a norm. Those people that say it cannot be done will watch others pass them doing God’s work. Let us find MORE!

    A CUT ABOVE --- REACHING FOR A HIGHER PLANE... Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. WHAT IS STATUS QUO? A. Existing state of affairs. Are we happy staying the same old way? B. WHAT IS THE NORM FOR US? AN AUTHORITATIVE STANDARD. A MODEL. Binding guide to control or regulate acceptable ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Co- Laborers With Christ/ Church Growth

    Contributed by Pepe Gonzales on Oct 22, 2024
     | 1,439 views

    1 Cor 3:9-13 NIV ….For we are Co-workers in God’s service ; you are God’s field, God’s building.

    1 Cor 3:9-13 NIV ….For we are Co-workers in God’s service ; you are God’s field, God’s building. By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as a wise builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should build with care. 11 For no one can lay any foundation other than the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pearls Of Joy In The Ocean Of Pain: Three Reasons For Rejoicing In Suffering Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014
     | 6,587 views

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering

    Living as a Church in a Foreign Land Pearls of Joy in the Ocean of Pain: Three Reasons for Rejoicing in Suffering 1 Peter 4:12-19 David Taylor We are in our last mini-series in 1 Peter, “Living as a Church in a Foreign Land,” where Peter tells us how to live life of discipleship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Doers Of The Word Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 20, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,622 views

    3 points to remember after you have discovered your spiritual gifts.

    Being Doers of the Word First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan Rev. Bruce A. Shields www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME SCRIPTURE READING James 1:22 “22Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” PRAYER Only 1 obstacle stands between a complacent mediocre ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    A People Who Overcome Series

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,325 views

    How the church confronts persecution.

    The Body of Christ, Part 1 Persecution: A People Who Overcome Introduction: A. A body is an organization of people who cooperate for the purpose of fulfilling a specific task. Organizational bodies have governing heads, rules of order, constitutions that define who they are and what they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    No Room For Error

    Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jun 26, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,910 views

    Jesus says that we will be as angels in heaven

    Read Mark 12: 18-27 The Sadducees approached a fairly close resemblance to the word of God, but they could not come nearer to him. They could not get close enough to the truth to believe it, and be saved. Their approximation hindered them, because they were blind to the fact that Jesus is God; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing As A True Christian Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 392 views

    In this study, we will explore how to grow as a true Christian by cultivating the right practices and mindsets that promote maturity and spiritual strength.

    GROWING AS A TRUE CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 3:18 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:12–14, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:4-5 INTRODUCTION: Becoming a Christian is only the beginning of a lifelong journey of spiritual growth. Just as physical life ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Rise Of False Doctrines And Prophets Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025
     | 367 views

    False doctrines and prophets are a sign of the last days. They exploit, deceive, and destroy spiritual lives if unchecked. But God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and the gift of discernment to overcome these dangers.

    THE RISE OF FALSE DOCTRINES AND PROPHETS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:15-23, Galatians 1:6-9, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Acts 17:11, Jude 1:3-4 INTRODUCTION: In these end times, one of the greatest threats to the Church is not persecution from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Stephen Schwartz avatar

    Study3 - Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,964 views

    Study three of the Book of Revelation.

    Desirable” VI. Ephesus The chief city of the province of Asia. Ephesus was the jewel of Asia. A beautiful thriving metropolis, which at times had one to two million people, gathered in its streets. The side of one of the mountains had a theatre, which seated twenty thousand people. She had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Spiritual Sensitivity And Discernment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
     | 901 views

    Spiritual sensitivity and discernment are vital for victorious Christian living. We are in a time when the voices around us are many, but only one voice leads to life—the voice of the Spirit.

    SPIRITUAL SENSITIVITY AND DISCERNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:14, Acts 16:16-18, 1 Kings 3:9-12, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 24:24 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of spiritual noise and increasing deception, believers must develop spiritual sensitivity ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God