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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Ministry Of Restoration...

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 6, 2020
     | 10,448 views

    We serve a God that can do the impossible. The brings us power to move in RESTORATION. Are we motivated to practice the ministry of restoration.

    . THE MINISTRY OF RESTORATION By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (I do this in two parts) HOW ABOUT SOME LOGICAL ADVICE TO START THE LESSON? Be the change you want to see! TEXT: Psalm 23:3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hold Firm Series

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Oct 12, 2021
     | 1,646 views

    What motivates us? Do we allow the Word to sink deeply into our hearts so Jesus can help and heal?

    Hold Firm Walk in Wisdom / Hebrews 4:12–16   • [VIDEO] • Our desire, according to psychologists, is threefold: to feel morally clean, safe, and significant. We’ll do anything to justify feeling and thinking that way. And we’ll avoid any source that holds up a mirror to our lives that says ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Love Of God's Discipline

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 19, 2023
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     | 2,145 views

    In the following sermon we are going to review Hebrews 12:4-11 to find the motive and intended blessings of the Lord’s discipline!

    The Love of God’s Discipline Hebrews 12:4-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How does one throw off everything that hinders our walk with God and “run the race, fight the good fight, and finish well” in the face of the debilitating anguish of hardships? Day and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Spiritually Bombed? Heavy!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2023
     | 1,276 views

    What is the motivation behind a HEAVY SPIRIT? WHY? WHY? Why God do I have to go through this mess? WHY?

    SPIRITUALLY BOMBED? HEAVY? HEAVY? WHY GOD? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) The news has revealed this dangerous weapon called CLUSTER BOMBS. Weapons that contain multiple explosives. They can be air dropped or ground launched. Cluster bombs eject ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    The Return Of Christ, In God’s Perfect Time. Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 24, 2024
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     | 1,990 views

    Peter instills an urgency and gospel movement motivation from this chapter. Peter said the Lord told him he was about to be executed.

    The Return of Christ, in God’s perfect time. 2 Peter 3:1-18 I was interviewing new believers from a great movement that led to thousands turning to Christ in areas where prior to this, trees and rocks were worshipped, then there was this great turning to Christ. A place where they never heard ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rewards Of Consistent Fasting

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 16, 2025
     | 97 views

    Fasting is not a one-time emergency button; it is a spiritual discipline that opens the doors to divine rewards when done consistently and with the right motives.

    THE REWARDS OF CONSISTENT FASTING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:17-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-12, Joel 2:12-28, Luke 4:1-14, Acts 13:2-3, Daniel 10:2-12 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is not a one-time emergency button; it is a spiritual discipline that opens the doors to divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    He Brought Heaven Down PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023
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     | 824 views

    This sermon explores the divine manifestation, motivation, and magnitude of Jesus's sacrifice, urging believers to embrace the hope, peace, and glory found in Christ.

    Good morning, dear family of faith. It’s a beautiful day that the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. We are here to gather in His name, to share in His Word, and to find nourishment for our souls. We are here to seek His face, to hear His voice, and to understand His ...read more

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    "Answered Prayer"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 27, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 10,482 views

    If God answers all prayers, then why do we sometimes not get what we ask for?

    JAMES 5:13-20 “Answered Prayer” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA I’ve heard a lot about answered prayer over the past week and a half. Many have said, “I thank God that the hurricane was not as bad as it could have been.” “We ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Act Of Submission

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 17, 2025
     | 302 views

    Surrender submit and resist

    The act of submission James chapter 4:7-10 Good morning, glad you have joined us. Please turn to James chapter 4 Prayer James chapter 4:7-10 Read from Bible clearly In James 4, the opening words are about fights and quarrels we have with each other. Most inner battles we face as believers ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Sold Out Or A Sell Out - Judas

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Mar 30, 2004
    based on 66 ratings
     | 7,884 views

    The first of 3 messages that will deal with the Passion of Christ. Judas looked like the rest of the disciples, what went wrong... and how can we avoid the same trap?

    Sold Out or a Sell Out? Pastor Glenn Newton March 28, 2004 A Little Quiz for you this morning… Listen to these Characteristics, and then you will be able to answer my question. 1. This person believed in Jesus 2. This person worshiped with Jesus 3. This person followed Jesus 4. This person ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "When Anxiety Attacks" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 21, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,152 views

    Our joy is snatched away when the wrong thing happens, when the wrong person says something; it’s snatched away when we can’t get what we wanted it is certainly snatched away when we worry. When we deal with anxiety.

    “When Anxiety Attacks” Philippians 4:2-9 Throughout this letter we have heard Paul referred to numerous thieves that try to step in and steal our happiness. Our contentment. These thieves are used by Satan on a daily basis. He is identified in John 10 as the thief who comes to steal, kill and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Are You Still Throwing Stones At Others?

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 9, 2020
     | 12,198 views

    Let me talk about stones. God requires Christians to take care of each other. Not to pamper people in their wrongs, but to encourage them get back up when they do wrong or fall. We must have that Barnabas Spirit – to be willing to help each other when down.

    John 8:1-12: 8 But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Now early in the morning He came again into the temple, and all the people came to Him; and He sat down and taught them. 3 Then the scribes and Pharisees brought to Him a woman caught in adultery. And when they had set her in the midst, 4 they ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Claude Alexander avatar

    Sleep ,sleep Peaceful Sleep Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 27, 2021
     | 5,491 views

    Proverbs makes a great effort to bring home the idea that there is a "right way" to live, and a wrong one. Every effort must be made to find the right way. Nothing must stop you from doing that. And everything possible must be done to avoid the wrong way.

    Sleep ,Sleep Peaceful Sleep Prov. 3:1 -35 A fairy tale often ends with the statement that they lived happily ever after. Proverbs chapter 3 on the other hand, start with happiness and a long life. " My son, do not forget my teaching, but let your heart keep my commandments; for length ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is Our Ambition?

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,158 views

    No one wants to fail. But if our ambition to succeed becomes motivated by the fear of failure, ambition can become an idol in our lives and in our church.

    IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT NOBODY WANTS TO DELIBERATELY FAIL AT ANYTHING. THE INTERESTING THING ABOUT "FAILING" IS THE NEED TO UNDERSTAND THE BASICS OF FAILURE ITSELF. THE GREATEST NEWS ABOUT FAILURE IS THAT FAILURE IN AND OF ITSELF IS NEVER FINAL. YOU CAN LEARN GREAT LESSONS FROM FAILURE IF YOU ARE ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    An Introduction To Worship Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 15, 2019
     | 14,424 views

    What is worship? Is it prayer, praise, or preaching? These are elements of worship, but they do not necessarily constitute worship in and of themselves. Worship is an attitude that motivates action, not a mere activity.

    An Introduction to Worship John 4:22-24 Today, I want to lay the groundwork for a series regarding biblical worship. The verses I read are likely familiar to each of us. (Illus. context.) Just as the woman at the well, many today have no concept of biblical worship. I want to spend the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist