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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Destruction Of Spiritual Fortresses Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 14, 2010
    based on 59 ratings
     | 39,804 views

    The first objective of the spiritual warrior is to capture his mind for God. & that is what I want to help you do today. I want to help you capture your mind for God.

    2 CORINTHIANS 10: 3-6 THE DESTRUCTION OF SPIRITUAL FORTRESSES There is a spiritual battle. The principal battlefield where this fierce conflict is being waged is in the mind of man. The greatest battles are not fought with guns and bombs or by combat soldiers on the battlefields of this world; ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant MacDonald avatar

    The Last Mountain Series

    Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,341 views

    An advent message based on Rev 16. The message: Keep building your anticipation for Christ's return!

    "The Last Mountain" Dietrich Bonhoeffer is one of the best known theologians of the twentieth century. His book "The Cost of Discipleship" should be on every Christian's bookshelf. As most of you know, in 1943, Bonhoeffer found himself in prison. Eventually he would be executed for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fools For Christ Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on May 12, 2022
     | 2,511 views

    To change the world, go to the back of the line, imitate people like Paul, and get something done.

    Evan Almighty is the story of freshman congressman Evan Baxter, whose main campaign slogan was “change the world.” When he asks for God's help to achieve his goal, God responds in an unusual way—He commands Evan to build an ark in order to rescue a multitude of wild animals. As Evan ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Traits Of A Godly Leader Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 28, 2024
     | 1,399 views

    It is evident that the modern church needs godly leaders. We need those who will rise to the occasion and use their spiritual gifts to influence others in a positive manner. We all influence others – either in a positive way or a negative way, but our influence is inevitable.

    The Traits of a Godly Leader Nehemiah 1: 1-4 “Every believer is a minister or servant of God who should be serving God and exerting influence on others through his/her local church. Leadership is one person influencing positively another person. Christian leadership is one believer spiritually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Holiness: The Standard Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 3, 2025
     | 396 views

    Holiness is the divine standard of the Kingdom of God. It is not merely a religious concept but a lifestyle that reflects the nature of God. The call to holiness is a call to be set apart, to live in purity, and to be dedicated to God in every aspect of life.

    HOLINESS: THE STANDARD OF THE KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Texts: Hebrews 12:14, 1 Peter 1:15-16 "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord." – Hebrews 12:14 "But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tim Hedberg avatar

    Shift - Politics

    Contributed by Tim Hedberg on Oct 18, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,795 views

    Jesus had his own way, his own politics. We must make a shift away from world influences and be influenced by the ways of Jesus.

    When a person in our community found out that this was my eighth year of ministry at this church he told me the following. The first 3 years a pastor is at a church the congregation loves you. The second 3 years a pastor is at the church the congregation puts up with you. The last 3 years a pastor ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim White avatar

    Six Steps To Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Tim White on Nov 7, 2014
     | 8,151 views

    "Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise". Paul then gives us instruction on being wise. We start with the first six.

    Ephesians 5:15-21 Six Steps to Wisdom. A pastor was meeting with his staff and deacons. Suddenly an angel appears and says, “Pastor, because of your faithful sacrifice, you have been granted one of these three choices: Unlimited wisdom, or unlimited money, or unmatchable good looks. Which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Walking In The Spirit

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 27, 2025
     | 696 views

    Walking in the Spirit is a life fully submitted to the Holy Spirit’s influence and leadership.

    WALKING IN THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:16 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:1-9, John 16:13, Ephesians 5:18, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Galatians 5:22-25 INTRODUCTION Walking in the Spirit is the key to living a victorious Christian life. It means living under the control and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    The Antichrist

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 27, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,621 views

    He is just as real as we are

    THE ANTICHRIST 2nd Thess.2; 3Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first, and that man of sin be revealed, the son of perdition; 4Who opposeth and exalteth himself above all that is called God, or that is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sacred Living Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025
     | 226 views

    Sacred living is not just about avoiding sin; it is about being fully dedicated to God in every aspect of life. It requires a pure heart, holy conduct, separation from the world, spiritual disciplines, and a constant pursuit of God’s presence.

    SACRED LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy." – 1 Peter 1:15-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Hebrews 12:14, Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Renewal Through The Word

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 23, 2025
     | 395 views

    Renewal through the Word means allowing Scripture to cleanse our hearts, reshape our thinking, and guide our actions.

    RENEWAL THROUGH THE WORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 Supporting Texts: Psalm 119:9-11; Hebrews 4:12; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; John 15:3 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is a journey of constant transformation and growth. Though salvation makes us new creations in Christ (2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Naveen Balakrishnan avatar

    The Role Of A Godly Mother

    Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 11, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,383 views

    A Mother has a tremendous influence in the lives of her children.

    “The Role Of A Godly Mother” Titus 2:3 1. She represents CHRIST in her behavior. (v. 3a) they be in behavior as becometh holiness Romans 15:14; 16:2; Ephesians 5:3; 1 Timothy 2:9-10; 5:10; 1 Peter 3:3-5; Leviticus 11:44; 19:2; 1 Peter 1:15-16; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Psalm 119:9-11 2. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Godly Father And Mother

    Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 18, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,302 views

    It takes two godly parents to influence a godly child.

    A Godly Father and Mother Selected Scriptures from 1 & 2 Samuel The Setting In our English Bibles, the Book of 1 Samuel follows the Book of Ruth. In the Hebrew Old Testament manuscripts, 1 Samuel immediately follows the Book of Judges. And so it is in the Hebrew Bible that the last words to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Newton avatar

    Opium Or Blessing

    Contributed by Ron Newton on Jul 30, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,815 views

    Religion without relationship with Christ can be a destructive influence.

    Introduction 1. Quote from Karl Marx - “Religion is the opium of the working class.” I agree, but not necessarily the working class. Religion is a drug that works as a sedative for the spiritually dead, so as to keep them from ever questioning their own deadness. Illus...Growing up in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Bob AuBuchon avatar

    Living Larger Than Life Series

    Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Feb 23, 2001
    based on 174 ratings
     | 13,228 views

    Ask God to expand your ministry, influence and witness.

    1 Chronicles 4:10 And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, "Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!" So God granted him what he requested. Are you living larger than life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist