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  • AKINSANYA ADUBI avatar

    Exchange Of Destiny Part 2

    Contributed by Akinsanya Adubi on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 44,110 views

    From our text, we could see that the second harlot killed her own son, took another person’s son and gave to her what does not belong to her. In so many instances, people have killed and destroyed their own destinies as a result of greed, ambition, lust,

    EXCHANGE OF DESTINY – Part II. Text: I Kings 3:16-27 Then two women who were harlots came unto the king and stood before him. 17And the one woman said, "O my lord, I and this woman dwell in one house; and I was delivered of a child with her in the house. 18And it came to pass the third day after I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Change Your Mind!

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Apr 5, 2020
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,231 views

    God through the Apostle Paul tells us to be more like-minded, humble minded, and Christ-minded. We are the body of Christ, even when separated physically through COVID-19.

    (Sermon on video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDt2MeTF2M8&list=PLiDGyLnX22byqvMzzu_Fn3RdMdZrOTPUO&index=3&t=11s) Philippians 2:1-11 Change your Mind! Good morning church! At the end of today’s message, I’ll take Communion, as we would if we were gathered physically together on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Building A Strong Family Through Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Nov 23, 2024
     | 1,255 views

    In a world focused on self-interest, building strong families requires a return to Christ-like sacrifice. This sermon explores how prioritizing time, comfort, and humility can strengthen family bonds and reflect God's love in our homes.

    Title: Building a Strong Family Through Sacrifice Theme: Family, Sacrificial Love, Christian Living Key Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33 Introduction: The Lost Art of Sacrifice When I was young, vendors exchanged goods for essentials—bartering was common. Life revolved around community, sharing, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Tell A Horse From A Cow Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 13, 2018
    based on 5 ratings
     | 28,750 views

    Christians need to be of one mind and one love. But too often we're so focused on ourselves that we can't reach that goal. So how do we change our self-centered way of thinking?

    OPENING: A city boy had never been on a farm before and he asked a farmer: “Mister, why doesn’t this cow have any horns?” The farmer cocked his head for a moment, then began in a patient tone, “Well, cattle can do a powerful lot of damage with their horns. Sometimes we keep ’em trimmed down with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Develop A Healthy Attitude Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 30, 2015
     | 5,263 views

    Our attitudes flow from our minds - so our mindset is critically important.

    “”Living a Joy-full Life: Develop A Healthy Attitude” Phil. 2:5-11 Dr. Norman Vincent Peale once walked by a tattoo parlor in Hong Kong. In the shop window there was a display of decorations that could be imprinted on one’s skin – flags, patriotic slogans, anchors, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Be Church"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 4, 2015
     | 3,541 views

    Paul share in the text some things that will help us be church for example live with integrity, be one, be with humility, be patient, bear with one another, and speak truth in love.

    "Be The Church" Ephesians 4:1-16 1. The apostle invites us to live a certain life Live a life worth of the calling. • Paul says to be the church we live life with integrity • 2live with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Getting Ready For Revival

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 30, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,613 views

    If we want to see God bring a revival to the church, we must walk in humility, pray bold prayers, hunger after God, and turn from sin.

    GETTING READY FOR REVIVAL INTRO TO TOPIC: Do you ever ask yourself: Is this as good as it gets? Is Christianity just about coming to church and singing songs and hearing stories about what God did in the past? Or is there more? QUOTE: Leonard Ravenhill said, “There was a time when people went to ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Kingdom Leadership And Influence Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 3, 2025
     | 894 views

    Kingdom leadership is about influence, not position. As believers, we are called to lead with integrity, serve with humility, transform our culture, operate in wisdom, and rely on the Holy Spirit.

    KINGDOM LEADERSHIP AND INFLUENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:13-16, Proverbs 29:2 "Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? It is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Right Scales Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 20, 2023
     | 1,627 views

    Right scales refer to the honest, integrity and humility. These are the blessings on the right people. God’s children always have blessings of God. God is delighted in right people.

    Theme: Right Scales Text: Proverbs: 11:1-11   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Illustration: In Europe in the 14th century, unemployed soldiers often became small armies of bandits and robbed and burned and killed, and raped towns and villages all over Europe. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Transfigured, Triumphant And Taxed - Matthew 17 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 14, 2025
     | 412 views

    Following the SON from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. Jesus reveals His Divine Glory, His Power over darkness, and His Humility in submission to earthly systems.

    2025.07.13. Sermon Notes. Transfigured, Triumphant, and Taxed – MATTHEW 17.1-27 Following the Son from Mountaintop to the Valley and Marketplace. William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 17:1-27, John 17:24, Luke 1:17 BIG IDEA: Jesus reveals His Divine glory, His power over darkness, and His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Who Lifts The Humble Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 322 views

    Humility is not weakness but strength under control. Those who humble themselves under God's mighty hand will experience divine lifting in due time.

    THE GOD WHO LIFTS THE HUMBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:10 Supporting Texts: 1 Peter 5:6; Psalm 147:6; Luke 1:52; Proverbs 3:34 INTRODUCTION: In a world that celebrates self-promotion, God calls His people to a life of humility. The Bible reveals that divine promotion is not for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Seeking Not Ease Nor Applause Of Men

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 5,856 views

    An exhortation to serve for the right reasons and in the right place.

    "Seeking Not Ease Nor Applause of Men" Gal 1:15-24 I get a little worried some times when I hear that a preacher has left a church because the "Lord led" him especially when it is to a bigger church. I cannot say that I have ever heard of the Lord leading a man to a smaller ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing His Love

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 23, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,183 views

    Paul tells us that there are four dimensions to Christ’s love that we need to not only perceive but to comprehend. These can't be understood naturally but require the Holy Spirit to illuminate our eyes to be able to grasp the wonder of Christ’s love.

    Knowing His Love Ephesians 3:14-21 As humans we can only visualize the world around us in three dimensions. Our nervous systems are equipped to conjure images in merely three dimensions. We can visualize height, width, and depth. It is difficult for us to imagine a fourth dimension. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Test Of Power And Authority

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Aug 24, 2014
     | 8,764 views

    Many times, we get hurt and we wanted to take revenge. But God reminds us through the story of Joseph that we have been placed by God in that position of authority for a greater purpose and that we must always manifest a humble heart.

    THE TEST OF POWER AND AUTHORITY Last week, we talked about the promotion of Joseph to the second highest in command of Egypt. He had been lifted up from the dark dungeon of despair to the palace of great responsibility, authority and power. It was a long process of waiting patiently and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    How To Measure A Man

    Contributed by James O. Davis on Nov 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,955 views

    The world measures a man by brains, or by brawn, or by bucks. How do we, as Christians, measure a man? We measure a man by the manner of his life, the message of his life and the motto of his life.

    How To Measure A Man Dr. James O. Davis Acts 20 What is the measure of a real man? Let this message grip your heart forever. The apostle Paul is revisiting a strategic mission field. And he comes to Miletus and there he gathers with him the Ephesian elders. And he has a time walking with them ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God