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  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Prayer Of Adoration And Sacramental Prayer Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020
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    This is the final address of my LENTEN SERIES ON PRAYER. I can't commend enough Richard Foster's book entitled simply Prayer if you are serious about Prayer

    Prayer of Adoration and Sacramental Prayer This is the fourth study in our series on Prayer In the first week we looked at 1. Simple Prayer and 2. Praying the Ordinary And in the second week we looked at 3. The Prayer of Relinquishment 4. Formation Prayer and Last week we looked at 5. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Obedience Better Than Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 14, 2022
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    Unlike any other nation, the Hebrews had a conviction, seared into their collective consciousness by the mighty deeds of God, that the one God, ruler of heaven and earth, had picked them out to be His special people.

    Monday of 2nd Week in Course 1 Sam 15: 16-23; Mark 2: 18-22 One of my friends who can’t attend daily Mass but devoutly reads the lessons each day was commenting on “how boring” the recent readings from Samuel are. Well, it’s good to be candid about your understanding of Scripture, but it’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The High Cost Of Disobedience Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
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    There is a weight to divine instruction, and there is a consequence when that instruction is ignored.

    THE HIGH COST OF DISOBEDIENCE – WHEN KINGS REJECT GOD’S VOICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-35 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 12:14-15, Isaiah 1:19-20, James 1:22, Hebrews 3:7-8, John 14:15 INTRODUCTION: There is a weight to divine instruction, and there is a consequence when that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Consequences Of Disobedience In Leadership Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
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    Disobedience in leadership is dangerous because it misrepresents God to His people. As seen in Saul’s life, disobedience can lead to spiritual blindness, rejection, and destruction—not only of the leader but of those under him.

    CONSEQUENCES OF DISOBEDIENCE IN LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13:8-14; 1 Samuel 15:1-28 Supporting Texts: Numbers 20:7-12, Deuteronomy 28:15, Ezekiel 34:2-10, James 3:1, Hebrews 12:25 INTRODUCTION: Leadership in God’s kingdom carries great responsibility. It is a sacred ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
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    Obedience is the foundation of spiritual authority and divine favour. God does not accept substitutes for obedience—sacrifice, talent, position, or charisma cannot replace a heart yielded to Him.

    OBEDIENCE IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Proverbs 21:3, John 14:15, Isaiah 1:19-20, Hebrews 10:5-9 INTRODUCTION: God places a high premium on obedience. In His kingdom, obedience is not optional—it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    11 The Culprit Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Oct 1, 2020
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    This is the 11th of 31 Devotions in a series called 'The Church Called Jonah,' and is based on the book of Jonah.

    The Culprit Jonah 1:7-8: “So they cast lots, and the lot fell on Jonah. Then they said to him, ‘Please tell us! For whose cause is this trouble upon us? What is your occupation? And where do you come from? What is your country? And of what people are you?’” So they cast lots and the lot fell on ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Complaints And Miracles Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Oct 21, 2020
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    Working through the book of Exodus using consecutive expository preaching. Exodus 16:2-5. Teaching Sheet for the bulletin included at end of text.

    Sermon Series “Exodus” Exodus 16:2-5 “Complaints and Miracles” Pastor John Bright Exodus 16 “2 Then the whole congregation of the children of Israel complained against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness. 3 And the children of Israel said to them, “Oh, that we had died by the hand of the Lord in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Teaching Obedience To The Next Generation

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 22, 2021
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    Saul hides behind his religion. Mafia hitmen rationalize, “Yes, I kill people but I’m really good to my mother.” We are incredibly good at self-deception. People hide behind their religion to evade obedience

    Today, I want to speak to parents and grandparents on raising children who have a stalwart character all their lives. Let’s look at one of the most interesting kings of ancient Israel, King Saul. Today’s Scripture The word of the Lord came to Samuel: 11 “I regret that I have made Saul king, for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tricking Or Treating God Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 22, 2021
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    We should all be “treating” the Lord with our devotion and reverence. But how many of us are trying to “trick” Him? How many of us are doing things to appease God, while at the same time we’re pleasing the world or ourselves?

    Halloween is a holiday that most children look forward to, because they get to dress up as their favorite storybook character or superhero; and then go knocking on doors and hopefully come home with a big bag full of candy. And what’s that expression that kids say while they’re standing on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trust And Obey(1 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 22, 2022
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    The Rev. Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Desiring to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was.

    When the boy had told him, Dr. Graham thanked him and said, "If you'll come to the Church meeting this evening, you can hear me telling everyone how to get to Heaven." The boy said to Dr. Graham, I do not think I'll be there. If you do not know the way to the post office, how are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prerequisites For Success Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 5, 2024
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    Instructions and commitments before crossing the Jordan to possess the land

    Background to passage: After God had given Joshua encouragement and promises of his presence, Joshua gave the people instructions as to the preparations for the next few days when they would enter the land. He gave all the people a few instructions, but dealt with a the two and a half tribes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 5 – Injustice Against God; Treachery And Demonism Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Feb 9, 2024
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    Jeremiah preached to an unjust and wicked nation facing judgement. Headship in marriage, injustice, and wimps in churches, charlatans in church positions are covered. Israel/Judah changed its God for idols and all in leadership they were corrupt.

    LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 5 – INJUSTICE AGAINST GOD; TREACHERY AND DEMONISM PART 5 - Jeremiah 2:4-12 CHAPTER 2 [A]. THE ADDRESS TO THE NATION; THE LORD PLEADING WITH THEM {{Jeremiah 2:4-8 Hear the word of the LORD, O house of Jacob, and all the families of the house of Israel. Jeremiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Forms Of Modern Idolatry

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Aug 23, 2024
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    What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times?

    What do you define as idolatry? Should you be concerned with the idea of idolatry in modern times? If you ask assembly goers about whether idolatry exists in modern times they may say, “Yes”! If you ask them if it is a concern for them they might say, “No, it does not affect me because I do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Mga Taong Naghihimagsik Laban Sa Liwanag

    Contributed by James Dina on Jan 22, 2021
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    Siya na tumatanggi sa akin at hindi tumatanggap ng liwanag ng katotohanan (salita ng Diyos) ay hahatulan sa salita ring iyon sa huling araw. Yaong mga nakaaalam sa liwanag ngunit nagpasiyang maghimagsik laban sa liwanag ay hahatulan din.

    MGA TAONG NAGHIHIMAGSIK LABAN SA LIWANAG "May mga naghihimagsik laban sa liwanag; hindi nila alam ang mga paraan ni manatili sa landas nito." (Job 24:13) Ang Diyos ang Lumikha ng daigdig at ng bawat tao rito; "Ang mundo ay sa Panginoon, at ang buong kabuuan nito, ang sanlibutan at ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leftovers

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 1, 2021
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    The purpose of this passage is to show us that somethings belong to God. They are His. At minimum, 10% of what God gives to us should be returned to Him in thanks and as part of our worship. God doesn't want your leftovers.

    LEFTOVERS 1 SAMUEL 15:7-25 #tithing OPENING SERMON ILLUSTRATION / INTRODUCTION… (p) [Prepare beforehand 3 small bags with 10 chocolate candy bar minis in each bag. Some candies need to be mashed or melted or messed up packaging and some perfectly fine. A small table would also be helpful.] I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ