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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    The Shepherd's Sacred Heart Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 22, 2025
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    Jesus, who is the Second Person of the Trinity and True God, is in His human nature like a shepherd for all of us who believe in Him.

    Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus 2025 Before we look at today’s Scriptures, let’s look back even before king Saul and King David to the time when the Israelites were led by Judges. The greatest of these was Samuel. In the first book of Samuel, chapter 8, we see a picture of Samuel when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Misplaced Trust And The God Who Never Fails

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 28, 2025
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    This sermon warns against placing our trust in human leaders, reputation, or spiritual gifts, reminding us that true holiness and steadfast faith can only be found by fixing our eyes on Christ alone and walking in humble obedience through the power of the Holy Spirit.

    Misplaced Trust and the God who Never Fails Matthew 23:1-10; Acts 8:14-23; 3 John 1:9-10; 1 Samuel 8:1-7; Luke 22:31-34 To be “holy in all you do” (1 Peter 1:15) is no light command—it’s a high calling that reaches into every corner of our lives. In the Old Testament alone, Israel was given 613 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Give Us A King! Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
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    The cry for a king in 1 Samuel 8 was not merely a political request; it was a spiritual rebellion.

    GIVE US A KING! By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 8:1-22 Supporting Texts: Hosea 13:10-11, Deuteronomy 17:14-20, Romans 12:2, Judges 8:22-23, John 18:36 INTRODUCTION: The cry for a king in 1 Samuel 8 was not merely a political request; it was a spiritual rebellion. Israel had been ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Anointed But Not Yet Approved – The Rise Of Saul Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
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    The rise of Saul teaches us a powerful lesson: God may anoint you today, but He watches your process before giving full approval.

    ANOINTED BUT NOT YET APPROVED – THE RISE OF SAUL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:1-27, 1 Samuel 10:1-27 Supporting Texts: Romans 11:29, Proverbs 19:21, Ecclesiastes 3:1, Luke 12:48, 1 Timothy 3:6 INTRODUCTION: The rise of Saul marks the beginning of a new dispensation in Israel—the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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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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    God’s Sovereignty In Human Choices Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 281 views

    While human beings are given the ability to choose, it is God who remains supreme over all outcomes.

    GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN HUMAN CHOICES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 9:15–18, Daniel 4:35, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: The tension between divine sovereignty and human choice is one of the most profound ...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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    Waiting On God’s Timing Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 465 views

    Waiting on God’s timing is not easy, but it is essential. Saul's story teaches us that a moment of impatience can undo a lifetime of calling.

    WAITING ON GOD’S TIMING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13:5-14 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1, Psalm 27:14, Isaiah 40:31, Habakkuk 2:3, Lamentations 3:25-26 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest tests of spiritual maturity is the ability to wait on God’s timing. In a world driven by ...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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    Saul Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 6, 2022
     | 2,380 views

    Before he became king, he was just a man in search of his father's donkeys..................

    November 05, 2022 The story of Saul begins in the 8th chapter of 1st Samuel. Being old, Samuel appointed his 2 sons, Joel and Abijah, to take his place. Unfortunately, Samuel’s sons were pretty terrible: They did not walk in his ways, they took bribes and perverted justice {1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Be Strong And Courageous

    Contributed by Arthur Miller on Apr 22, 2021
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    How do we as Christians become bold in sharing the Gospel of Christ? We will pull some lessons from looking at several courageous individuals from the Old Testament.

    Please note all Bible verses are copyrighted and are shown here for ease sake. Introduction I asked at supper what were some ideas on what to talk about and William said to speak on courage. I questioned him a bit and it was courage in sharing the gospel message. This lesson is for William, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    I Am Faithful Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Apr 25, 2021
     | 2,513 views

    Although the Psalmist Ethan finds no resolution to the tension between God’s promise and God’s delay in fulfilling His promises in Psalm 89, we know that God DID indeed fulfill His promise to David don’t we? The line of David did not end in the exile.

    I make promises all the time … and I always intend on keeping them every time I make them. But you know what? I don’t always keep them … not all of them … try as hard as I might. I’m going to let you down sometimes … disappoint you .. if I haven’t already. The one promise that I will always ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    David: Man Of Character Series

    Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Sep 12, 2021
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    5th in the series UnLikely Heroes. Portrays David's great heroic attribute of character.

    INTRODUCTION The Greek word from which our word “character” originated signified a sharp-pointed instrument or engraving tool. Much of this first meaning is implied in the word as we use it, for is not character the means by which each of us makes his impression on the world? Someone has said, “To ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Anger (Part 3): How Should We Handle Our Anger Rightly? Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 13, 2021
     | 2,659 views

    After learning about factors that can cause anger and types of anger, today, we will learn how to handle our anger rightly. Some people manage their anger wrongly by denying it or suppressing it, or expressing it unwisely.

    After learning about factors that can cause anger and types of anger, today, we will learn how to handle our anger. People dealt with their anger in many ways. For example, Thomas Jefferson said: "If you are angry count to 10 before you speak. If you are very angry count to 100." Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Esther: A People Redeemed, Hope Revealed.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 18, 2025
     | 295 views

    The story of Esther and her place in the history of the Jewish people is fascinating in that it speaks of God's providence all the while not mentioning God. It deepens our understanding of his care for us and for all people. Hope is revealed, what part do we play now?

    Esther: A people redeemed, hope revealed. Read Esther 4:9-14 The book of Esther is an account of the redemption of the Jewish people that were residing in the nation of Persia, a nation of 127 provinces. Persia or now days modern Iran stretched from India to the Mediterranean Sea, including ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army