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  • J. Martin avatar

    The Devil's Trophies (Part I) Series

    Contributed by J. Martin on Jun 12, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,518 views

    The Bible advises that we should run away from the devil in order to avoid becoming fair game. The Bible also provides the experiences of some characters that, without caution, got themselves caught by the devil and became his trophies. The question thu

    Nowadays, our society marks its victories with a symbolic object known as a trophy. According to the dictionary, a trophy is “an object, reminder of a success or victory; an award given in a contest; spoils obtained from a war to credit triumph.” I remember being sent to a dealership in Austin, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Entertainment, Or Entrapment?

    Contributed by Keith Linkous on Jun 22, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,688 views

    Christians really should be careful what they watch, and what they let their children watch. Don’t fall prey to the evil one’s schemes. You may think it’s entertainment, but is it really?

    The Bible has much to say concerning the end time, and the conditions that would characterize the last days. Paul told Timothy that perilous, dangerous times would come. But in his description of those dangerous times, he does not mention the expected, such as wars, rumors of wars, nation ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Want To Be Truly Healed? Include Gratitude!

    Contributed by Philip Gill on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,218 views

    To give thanks, to show gratitude is crucial for our wellbeing and our proper relationship with each other, with nature and with God.

    Want to be Truly Healed? Include Gratitude. This morning’s gospel story presents us with two basic needs that can sometimes be in competition. One is that we need to be satisfied with our lot if we are to be in the least bit ‘happy’. The other need is to be able to look beyond that same situation ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When Hearts Come Together

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 12, 2014
     | 5,227 views

    We have real challenges in life that we think we can control. The truth is that we are dependent on God. When our hearts come together with his we find the sanctuary we need.

    1. When Hearts Come Together In November 2004, two North Carolina buddies, Dale Beatty and John Gallina, were wounded when their vehicle hit an anti-tank mine in Iraq. John received severe head and back injuries. Dale lost both legs below the knee. Neither man let their injuries stop them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Touching Him!

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,906 views

    With her hands she was touching Him The Alpha, the Omega, the Beginning and the End And with her hands oh she was holding onto His And the source of life was right there in her hands

    Matthew 26:6-13-And when Jesus was in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, a woman came to Him having an alabaster flask of very costly fragrant oil, and she poured it on His head as He sat at the table. But when His disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste? For this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sower's Hope

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 13, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,153 views

    Here's the question we must answer: are we called to sow the Kingdom Seeds in despair? Or do we sow them in hope?

    July 12, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Pastor Mary Erickson Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23; Isaiah 55:10-13 The Sower’s Hope Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Huge crowds came to see Jesus. People from all over came to see the famous rabbi ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Thessalonical Message For Me

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2013
     | 2,904 views

    To encourage and exhort that we should never tire and always do what is right.

    I. EXORDIUM: I have a Thessalonical message for you. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To encourage and exhort that we should never tire and always do what is right. IV. TEXT: 2 Thessalonians 3:13 (Amplified Bible) And as for you, brethren, do not become weary or lose heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Grief During The Holidays PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 680 views

    This sermon encourages finding hope in God's promises during times of heartache and grief, and holding onto the eternal, unseen blessings He has prepared for us.

    Welcome, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not as strangers meeting for the first time, but as a family, united in love and faith. We are united in our shared hope and belief in the promises of our Lord Jesus Christ. We stand together, not because we are perfect, but because we are ...read more

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    We're All In This Together PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,174 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of unity and interconnectedness among believers, recognizing each individual's unique value in the body of Christ.

    Beloved in Christ, I greet you in the matchless name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. As we gather in this sacred space, both physically and virtually, we are united by the spiritual bond of God's love that transcends all boundaries. Today, we find ourselves at the intersection of faith and ...read more

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    Preparing Jesus, Preparing For Jesus Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 3, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,592 views

    This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.

    John places Jesus at Ephraim, a village north of Jerusalem. Between the end of chapter 11 and here, Jesus travels back to Galilee, heals the ten lepers (Luke 17), talks to Zacchaeus (Luke 19) in Jericho on his way back to Bethany. It’s only six days until the Passover, and Jesus’ crucifixion. John ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Shaken, Not Saved

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Nov 10, 2007
    based on 31 ratings
     | 21,099 views

    How many times has God’s Word convicted you, but you have tried to put any decision to follow through on what God has told you to do off until a later date.

    Shaken, Not Saved Have you ever had an experience that has left you a bit shaken? Losing a loved one? Been involved in or seen a terrible accident? When someone close to us has been diagnosed with a life threatening illness? — all of these experiences can shake us up. How about when God’s word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Extravagant Love

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 26, 2018
     | 15,640 views

    Do all you can with all you have.

    I enjoy smelling things…well, most things. When Beth and I end up in a store that has perfume and cologne testers, I like to try out the different aromas. When our girls were younger I’d often spray the back of their necks with the grossest smell I could find and then run before they could spray ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Room For Doubt

    Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Apr 26, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,723 views

    The Risen Christ remove or eliminate our doubts.

    April 27, 2003 HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US JOHN 19: 24-29 By: Rev. Sol B. Madlambayan No Room For Doubt Each Sunday is a grand day for all Believers and Christians because again and again we have this unique opportunity to Praise & Worship the Lord in Spirit and in Truth. It is truly a unique ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    God's Toolbox

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 5, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 16,552 views

    The Church is God’s toolbox, used to fulfill His mission for the Kingdom.

    GOD’S TOOLBOX Introduction: 1. Every Christian is not only needed, but vital to God’s purposes for the kingdom; the church represents God’s box of useful tools for His purpose and glory. 2. When Jesus was about to leave the earth, he gave his disciples a mission. Acts 1:8 "But you will receive ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Betrayal Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 15, 2004
    based on 48 ratings
     | 10,191 views

    The betrayal of Jesus by Judas teaches lessons about how each of us has betrayed Christ.

    The Betrayal March 14, 2004 Mark 14:1, 10-11 “Now that Passover and Feast of Unleavened Bread were only two days away, and the chief priests and the teachers of the law were looking for some sly way to arrest Jesus and kill him.” “Then Judas Iscariot, one of the Twelve, went to the chief priests ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist