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  • Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala avatar

    The Parable Of The Five Wise And Five Foolish Bridesmaids

    Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 517 views

    Five Wise and Five Foolish Bridesmaids

    Today, as we read in the Gospel Jesus’ parable about the Ten Bridesmaids, I couldn’t but reminisce two memorable experiences I had in September 2013. First, my experience of visiting the Holy Land during the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Fire Or Funeral

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 3, 2005
    based on 144 ratings
     | 37,913 views

    The Christian heart is the Holy Spirit home so think and talk like the God of Elijah who answers by fire.

    Luke 3:16: “John answered, saying unto them all, I indeed baptize you with water (he did not deceive them), but one mightier than I cometh, the latchet of whose shoes I am not worthy to unloose; he shall baptize you with the Holy Ghost and with fire.” In this scripture, we see three baptisms: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • ERIC OLSON avatar

    For My Friend In Need "Recognizing Your Adversary"

    Contributed by Eric Olson on Nov 15, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,506 views

    Satan is both cunning and cruel. He attacks when least expected and desires to destroy completely those whom he attacks. He wants to rip apart your emotions,your relationship with God,every blessing and every plan God has for your life!

    Job 1:7 “And the Lord said to Satan, “From where do you come?” So Satan answered the Lord and said “From going to and fro on the earth, and from walking back and forth on it.” 1st Peter 5:8 “ Be sober, be vigilent; the adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Don Jaques avatar

    The Simple Truth About Temptation Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,300 views

    All Christians can overcome temptation by taking the way out that is provided.

    There’s a real benefit to the ability to resist temptation... especially in the realm of sin. For some, it will be easier than others – but if any of us wants to succeed in our spiritual lives – let alone the rest of our lives – we must come to grips with how to overcome temptation. That’s what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Here I Come, Ready Or Not! Spiritually Asleep!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,897 views

    Jesus is coming back for His church. Are we ready and waiting? Let us look at some characters in the Bible that had trouble with spiritual sleep.

    HERE I COME READY OR NOT! BE READY --- MAKE PLANS --- BE VIGILENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. READY: With preparation. Easily secured. Complete, in a fit state. Willing, inclined to resolve, within reach. A plan, prepared, vigilant, alert, urgent. I. THERE IS A PREPARED PLACE FOR A PREPARED ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bledar Valca avatar

    Kingdom People

    Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,780 views

    Outlines the characteristics of kingdom people as seen in Luke

    Characteristics of The Kingdom People. (As seen in the Gospel of Luke) Luke the writer of this gospel uses a unique feature in his gospel. He uses pericopes in explaining, laying out, introducing to Theophilus the Gospel of Christ, having “…carefully investigated everything from the beginning…” in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace Under Fire

    Contributed by Eric Ledermann on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,805 views

    In conversations with people there is one thing I hear too often, and that is: “Boy, the Church sure is in a sad state these days.” When I read the scriptures I sense that I am truly reading about God’s grace. Grace is God’s gift to us. Grace is, then,

    Rom. 11.1-2a, 29-32; Matt. 15:21-28 I. Opening A. In conversations with people there is one thing I hear too often, and that is: “Boy, the Church sure is in a sad state these days.” B. Saddens me because the church has had such an incredible affect on me. C. Why? 1. Jesus shows grace and mercy to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Guy Caley avatar

    Hezekiah: Just A Little More Time Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Sep 12, 2002
    based on 83 ratings
     | 27,999 views

    #4 in series "Revival in the Land" Here at the end of Hezekiah’s life are several lessons we would do well to learn if we hope to see the Lord move in revival power among us.

    Introduction Titanic In 1912 the "unsinkable" Titanic was launched in Liverpool, England. So haughty was the hoopla surrounding the Titanic’s safety and structural integrity that it caused dismay among some of the God fearing public. Such pride it was felt was tempting God to show man his folly. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Devices Of The Devil

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 20, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,946 views

    Satan’s presence in our world is real. The Bible clearly teaches that our struggle to live righteously is a struggle against the dark forces of Satan that seeks to rule us. It is a struggle against the powerful rulers of darkness.

    Devices of the devil 1 Peter 5:8-5:9 Satan’s presence in our world is real. The Bible clearly teaches that our struggle to live righteously is a struggle against the dark forces of Satan that seeks to rule us. It is a struggle against the powerful rulers of darkness. Our enemy is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Where The Deer And Antelope Play

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 30, 2012
     | 7,647 views

    A talk on Paul's instruction to remain strong in the Lord amidst temptations in a worldly-culture.

    Text: 1 Cor 16:13-14, Title: Where the Deer and Antelope Play, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/29/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: All of these words are present tense imperatives. Main thought: Paul gives them a final word of exhortation as he closes out the letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Davon Huss avatar

    What Should I Do, Preacher? Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 14, 2011
     | 5,039 views

    A sermon on Hebrews 10:1-18 based on God's will

    HoHum: One time a woman asked the preacher, “What should I do, Preacher? I want to follow and serve Jesus. I want to do his work totally and completely.” The preacher said, “Great, you could be a part our weekly ladies Bible study group and later you could perhaps lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Breach In The Wall

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,314 views

    Time for the ‘Body of Christ’ to wake up from the slumber and get going by restoring the shattered walls and foundations of the Church; being always alert of the enemy attacks, positioning ourselves firmly in God’s Word and building a lifestyle of prayer.

    Opening illustration: The 4,000-mile-long Great Wall of China was built to keep invaders from the north. The first wall was constructed by Shi Huangdi, the first emperor of China, who lived between 259 – 210 BC. But in AD 1644 the Manchus broke through the Great Wall and overran China. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Spirit Of Sleep Vs Ready!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,824 views

    God's plan is that we be spiritually ready and prepared, but there is a slumber and sleep that tries to grip the heart of believers... BEWARE OF THE SPIRIT OF SLEEP!

    A SPIRIT OF SLEEP --- vs. GETTING READY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr Kyfingers@aol.com I use a sword and a canteen of water in this message... TEXT: KJV Matthew 24:44 Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh. NIV Matthew 24:44 So you also must be ready, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bright Adeyeye avatar

    The Unprofitable Exchange

    Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Jul 27, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,038 views

    You have a glorious future. Do not fall for the enticing offer of sin.

    THE UNPROFITABLE EXCHANGE "29 Now Jacob cooked a stew; and Esau came in from the field, and he was weary. 30 And Esau said to Jacob, “Please feed me with that same red stew, for I am weary.” Therefore his name was called Edom. 31 But Jacob said, “Sell me your birthright as of this day.” 32 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ken Sauer avatar

    "Rebel Without A Cause"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 5, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,677 views

    A sermon based on the parable of the Prodigal Son.

    "Rebel Without a Cause" "Luke 15:11-32 A young woman writes: "My dad kept a coin jar on his dresser. Every night when he got home from work, the first thing he did was head upstairs to change his clothes. You could hear the familiar jangling of coins as they spilled from his pocket and he ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist