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    Show Me Your Ways Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 2, 2026
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    Life often presents us with moments of confusion—challenges that feel insurmountable, decisions unclear, and paths obscured by doubt. Yet, this verse reminds us that clarity is not found in more human reasoning, but in surrendering to God’s instruction and following His ways.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “Are we Listening?” INTRODUCTION: David’s words in Psalm 25:4, "Show me Your ways, O Lord," reflect a soul yearning for divine guidance in the middle of uncertainty. Life often presents us with moments of confusion—challenges that feel insurmountable, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stepping Into A God-Given Vision

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 30, 2025
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    Every God-given vision eventually brings you to a crossroads. Not a place of confusion—but a place of clarification.

    INTRODUCTION: Every God-given vision eventually brings you to a crossroads. Not a place of confusion—but a place of clarification. • Crossroads are where God confronts drift. • Crossroads are where God recalibrates direction. • Crossroads are where God restores vision. Jeremiah 6:16 is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Stepping Into The New Year

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 30, 2025
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    The literal suggestion to "refresh yourself" can be viewed as a metaphor for our spiritual life. Often, we seek refreshment and rejuvenation in worldly comforts or recognition, which may momentarily satisfy but do not truly fulfill the deeper needs of our soul.

    1. REFRESH YOUR HEART 1 Kings 13:7 "The king said to the man of God, ‘Come home with me and refresh yourself, and I will give you a reward.’" In this narrative, King Jeroboam attempts to entice the man of God, who has just challenged the idolatrous practices at Bethel, with hospitality ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Year-End Inventory 2025: Reflection And Renewal For God’s Glory

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 26, 2025
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    Before we rush into the next year, we must pause and look back. What did 2025 teach you about God, about yourself, and about the people around you? Did you walk faithfully with Him? Did you experience seasons of joy, sorrow, or doubt?

    INTRODUCTION: As we approach the end of another year—2025—we are often filled with mixed emotions. Some of us are grateful for the victories we’ve experienced, others may have regrets and hope to leave the failures behind. The Bible encourages reflection. As written in Lamentations, we are to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas: Our Savior Is Born

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 20, 2025
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    God's greatest gift was delivered in the humblest of settings, revealing His love for humanity in a way that transcends time. This Christmas, as we reflect on this passage, may we embrace the quiet beauty of the nativity and open our hearts to the Savior born for us that holy night.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: "A small cathedral outside Bethlehem marks the supposed birthplace of Jesus. Behind a high altar in the church is a cave, a little cavern lit by sliver lamps. You can enter the main edifice and admire the ancient church. You can also enter the quiet cave where a star ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christmas Revival

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 19, 2025
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    Revival is about bringing life to the spiritually dead, renewing what is weary and restoring what is broken. Christmas is the ultimate example of God initiating this revival through the coming of Jesus Christ.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Everything seemed dead in the world for around 400 years, and it seemed like the world was about to end but suddenly there was a baby’s cry that woke up Bethlehem and also the king and the magis that lived far beyond Israel. This cry revived not only the people then but the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Unto Us A Child Is Born

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 12, 2025
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    Nearly 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah proclaimed a message of hope that we still hold tightly to today, a truth that shapes not only our holiday season but every moment of our lives. This miraculous child, Jesus, has changed everything.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: In 1962, missionaries Don and Carol Richardson encountered the Sawi people of New Guinea, a tribe still practicing head-hunting and cannibalism. Amidst cultural clashes, the Richardsons faced considerable challenges, including witnessing 14 tribal conflicts right outside their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mission Of Christmas

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 12, 2025
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    The prophet Isaiah vividly described the coming Messiah as a great light to those walking in darkness (Isaiah 9:2), a righteous branch that would sprout from David’s line to bring justice and peace (Isaiah 11:1-10).

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Covert mission in the Middle East “OMAN FOR CHRIST.” INTRODUCTION: Between the poignant echoes of the last Old Testament prophecies and the opening narratives of the New Testament, there lies a significant period of silence—around four centuries where heaven seemed quiet, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    He Came To His Own: A Christmas Story Of Open And Closed Hearts

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 4, 2025
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    As we reflect on the birth of Christ this Christmas, let us ask ourselves: How do we respond to Jesus, our Savior? Will we make room for Him, open our hearts, and joyfully welcome His presence, or will we turn Him away?

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “The Shepherd’s Story.” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is the celebration of God’s greatest gift to humanity—Jesus Christ, our Savior. But from the very moment of His birth, Jesus was met with contrasting responses: rejection by some and joyful acceptance by others. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Need Of A Savior

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 26, 2025
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    Behind the joy and celebration lies the profound truth that this child, born in a manger under humble circumstances, is the Savior we desperately needed. Why do we need a Savior? What is it about humanity that makes this divine intervention necessary?

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “We Still Need A Savior.” INTRODUCTION: Christmas is the time when we celebrate the coming of Christ—the miraculous birth of God’s Son into the world. Behind the joy and celebration lies the profound truth that this child, born in a manger under humble ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Attitude Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 21, 2025
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    Paul is urging believers to live out their new identity in Christ by cultivating hearts overflowing with thankfulness. Why? Because gratitude is a response to God’s grace. It reminds us of His faithfulness, aligns our hearts with His will, and demonstrates that we trust in His sovereign goodness.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: One day a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered a very poor family. On their return from their trip, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God’s Dwelling Place

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 15, 2025
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    In a world constantly seeking a place to belong, to feel safe, and to be loved, the scriptures come as a refreshing reminder that God has chosen us to be His dwelling place. His desire has been consistently clear: to dwell among His people, not in buildings made by human hands.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Story of John Wesley’s dream of first going to hell and then heaven and realizing only Christians were in heaven and not the denominations. Only when God dwells in us, we have eternity with Him. INTRODUCTION: In a world constantly seeking a place to belong, to feel safe, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Keep The Fire Of Revival Burning

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 182 views

    Message for the Pastoral/Leadership Conference 2025.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: A pastor asked his wife, “Should I put more fire in my sermon?” She said, “No! You should put your sermon in the fire.” Are we living out the fire of revival? INTRODUCTION: As we gather together for this pastoral/leadership banquet, we are reminded of the high and sacred ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Shepherds After God’s Own Heart

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
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    A message addressing pastors and leaders during a pastoral/leadership conference.

    INTRODUCTION: Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, fellow laborers in the vineyard of the Lord—what a joy it is to gather in this sacred assembly. This leadership banquet is not merely a meeting of minds, but a convergence of hearts called by God to shepherd His people. Today, I want to speak to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power And Purpose Of Self-Control

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 6, 2025
     | 159 views

    In a time when the pace of life is ever-accelerating, and our senses are constantly bombarded with stimuli urging instant action and reaction, the Biblical virtue of self-control remains as pertinent as ever.

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Edmund Hilary the first man who conquered Mount Everest was asked by an interviewer about his passions for climbing mountains. He gave this reply: "It is not the mountain we conquer but ourselves." Peter the Great of Russia is quoted as saying, "I have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational