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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Standing Firm In The Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 593 views

    To stand firm is to be rooted, unwavering, and resolute in our walk with God, regardless of the challenges.

    STANDING FIRM IN THE FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 16:13 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Jude 1:3, Philippians 1:27, Hebrews 10:23 INTRODUCTION: In a world full of shifting values, spiritual compromise, and increasing opposition to truth, standing ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pursuing Holiness: The Path To Transformation Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,358 views

    2 Corinthians 7:1 calls us to cleanse ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God.

    Pursuing Holiness: The Path to Transformation Introduction: We embark on a journey to explore the transformative power of holiness as outlined in 2 Corinthians 7:1. This passage calls us to cleanse ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pursuing Righteousness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 28, 2025
     | 554 views

    Righteousness is a journey that requires dedication and dependence on God. By pursuing righteousness, we grow closer to God, reflect His character, and become lights in a dark world. Let us prioritise righteousness, trusting God to guide and sustain us in this pursuit.

    Title: PURSUING RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:22 "Flee also youthful lusts; but pursue righteousness, faith, love, peace with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:6, Proverbs 21:21, 1 Timothy 6:11, Isaiah 51:1, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Trust In The Living God! - 1 Timothy 4:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 19, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 568 views

    Every one of us is placing our hope in something. Some put their trust in wealth, some in status, others in relationships. But as followers of Christ, we are called to place our hope in the living God.

    Go! And Trust in the Living God! - 1 Timothy 4:10 1 Timothy 4:10 (NLT)"This is why we work hard and continue to struggle, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people and particularly of all believers." Introduction Every one of us is placing our hope in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: Our Heavenly Citizenship Philippians 3:20 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 14, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 971 views

    Philippians 3:20 reminds us of our true identity and citizenship in heaven.

    Transformed by Truth: Our Heavenly Citizenship Philippians 3:20 Philippians 3:20 (NLT): "But we are citizens of heaven, where the Lord Jesus Christ lives. And we are eagerly waiting for him to return as our Savior." Introduction: Today, we will delve into the profound truth presented in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformed By Truth: The Everlasting Word Of God Isaiah 40:8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,204 views

    Isaiah 40:8 is a timeless truth which reminds us of the enduring nature of God's Word in a world where everything else is temporary.

    Transformed by Truth: The Everlasting Word of God Isaiah 40:8 Introduction Today, we are focusing on the timeless truth found in the book of Isaiah. Let's read together: Isaiah 40:8 (NLT): "The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the word of our God stands forever." This ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Heart Transformed By Truth Psalm 27:4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 28, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 944 views

    Psalm 27:4 highlights a deep longing for God's presence, and it can transform our lives when we understand and apply its truths.

    A Heart Transformed by Truth Psalm 27:4 Introduction: Good morning, church family! Today, we will explore the profound truth found in Psalm 27:4 (NLT): "The one thing I ask of the Lord—the thing I seek most—is to live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, delighting in the Lord’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Give To Social Concerns Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 24, 2023
     | 1,786 views

    Jesus has declared that he is a good shepherd. A shepherd who gave his life for the salvation of the sheep. He is such a shepherd that he lays his life for the benefit of the sheep. He was not a shepherd who lost his life to the power of the lion who devours the sheep.

    Theme: Give to Social Concerns Text: Matthew 25:31-46 1. Jesus the Judge (Matthew 25:31-33) This is the little apocalypse and Olivet discourse, found in three gospels (Matthew 24-25, Mark 13 & Luke 21. The description of the figurative speech of King and Shepherd recalls the role of David who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Joel Preston avatar

    The Servant's Power Series

    Contributed by Joel Preston on Mar 22, 2012
     | 5,327 views

    As we come to the rest of Mark 1, we are confronted with the amazing power & authority of God’s servant – Jesus Christ. Today, let’s look at the amazing power of God’s Servant!

    The Gospel of Mark # 3 – “The Servant’s Power” Mark 1:16-45 Intro – 1. Have you ever known someone who abused their power or authority? 2. ILL - In Cuba, nothing was bigger than baseball, except for Fidel Castro. When he was 74, he grabbed an aluminum bat & walked to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Crucifixion According To Mark

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on May 9, 2015
     | 4,632 views

    Mark writing to the Roman Christian wanted to pass the word, Jesus is alive!

    Crucifixion According To Mark Mark 15:16-39 Matthew wrote to the Jews John wrote to the who so ever Luck Wrote to the Gentiles Marks appears to be writing to the Romans. The Gospel is for everybody. As Mark writes to the Romans and we see the crucifixion we will see something unique to Marks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Responding To The Asbury Revival

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 20, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,077 views

    How should we respond to the Asbury Revival? This message draws principles from 1 Kings 18:41-46 seeking to answer that question.

    Intro On February 3, 1970, God’s glory came down in the chapel service at Asbury University in Wilmore Kentucky, near Lexington.i This proved to be one of several manifestations of the Spirit as the Jesus Movement Revival spread across America.ii The Jesus Movement was the greatest revival that has ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Martin Holland avatar

    The Sayings Of Jesus Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Nov 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,997 views

    Jesus continues His sermon on the Beatitudes of His followers.

    The Sayings of Jesus Part 2 Matt. 5:7-12 Last week we discussed the first four of the Beatitudes and identified these four attitudes are that which takes place inwardly. These are I believe are necessary in order for us to demonstrate the other four attitudes in a way in which it will pleasing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Approved Father

    Contributed by Donato Solano on Aug 20, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,752 views

    To perform biblical description of a father is to be an approved Father by God.

    INTRODUCTION What do people mean when they give a two-thumbs up sign? That means approval to what you are doing or what you have become? A FATHER’S PRAYER Lord, I need your special care. Like your earthly father, Joseph, I want to do God’s will, even if I may not always understand. Make me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Standing Firm In Faith For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 8, 2026
     | 147 views

    This sermon teaches the importance of unwavering faith and spiritual preparedness as keys to securing a greater tomorrow.

    STANDING FIRM IN FAITH FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:13 Key Verse: "Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand." — Ephesians 6:13 (KJV) Supporting Texts: 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rob Willis avatar

    Bringing Peace... Series

    Contributed by Rob Willis on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,792 views

    This is the second message of Advent, but I crafted it in conjunction with a missionary presentation we had at our church using Isaiah 52:7 - this sermon would be helpful in this setting.

    When we began the service this morning, we read from Isaiah 52 – on the screen behind me is verse 7 (let’s read it together): How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of the messenger who brings good news, the good news of peace and salvation, the news that the God of Israel reigns! Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist