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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Hard To Be Humble

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 20, 2022
     | 1,131 views

    Humility before the Lord should always be our focus.

    Hard To Be Humble – Luke 18: 9 - 14 Intro: Oh Lord, it’s hard to be humble When you’re perfect in every way I can’t wait to look in the mirror Cause I get better lookin’ each day To know me is to love me I must be a heck of a man Oh Lord, it’s hard to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Anatomy Of A Disciple

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 9, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,372 views

    This sermon looks at the characteristics of a Christ-Follwer - Humility, Obedience, Confession, and Surrender.

    The Anatomy of a Disciple Pastor Jeff Williams 07-20-03 In graduate school, I escaped the most feared class in the psychology department, “A and P.” This class frightened even the most serious student. “Anatomy and Physiology” was no “head-bone connected to the neck-bone” class. Students were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pursuing Destiny With Determination Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
     | 321 views

    Reaching your God-ordained destiny requires more than wishful thinking—it demands determination, discipline, focus, and faith.

    PURSUING DESTINY WITH DETERMINATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Hebrews 12:1-2, Proverbs 4:25-27, Genesis 37:5-11, 2 Timothy 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Destiny is God’s predetermined plan and purpose for an individual’s life. It is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Power Of Your Dreams

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025
     | 686 views

    The dreams that God places in your heart are not there by accident. They are part of His divine plan for your life. Like Joseph, you may face challenges, but hold on to your dream because God is faithful.

    THE POWER OF YOUR DREAMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 37:5-11 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 29:18, Habakkuk 2:2-3, Ephesians 3:20, Joel 2:28 INTRODUCTION: Dreams are powerful. They are not just the things we see when we sleep, but they are visions, divine revelations, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Having The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 1, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,152 views

    Advent message of having the mind of Christ. Having a concern for others and loving as Christ loved. That is something we can do only with God’s help.

    Imitating Christ Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction- This is the first Sunday of Advent . It is the time set aside for preparation. Preparation and celebrating the birth of Christ. We heard the Advent readings from Scripture. Jeremiah 33- ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Getting Real With Your Friends Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 29, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,630 views

    Jesus used the principle of understanding our weaknesses but trusting our possibilities in order to transform people-pleasers into persons of integrity, ambition into selfless commitment, and immaturity into responsibility.

    History is full of stories of betrayal. Those who look like friends sometimes turn on you. Friendship means nothing to people who are bent on preserving privileges or feeding ambitions. Some of us have friends who would sell us for even less than Judas’ thirty pieces of silver if they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    A Glorious Decline Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 27, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 6,866 views

    The nobility of John the Baptist submission to God’s plan for his life is contrasted with Lucifer’s ambitions for prominence. The value of a healthy appreciation for the sovereignty of God is considered.

    A Glorious Decline Fortifying the Foundations # 8 John 3:22-36 Intro: When we say the word “down”, what kind of thoughts go through your mind?—down and out, down under, down hearted, a downer. By and large “down” is considered negative. In contrast, “up” sounds real good.—up and coming, upper ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Stories For Children Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 13, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 15,341 views

    Bible Stories for children, useing the imagination to teach children the scriptures. Origional Stories written By Rev. A.R.S.

    Stories for Children. Written by Rev.A.R.Smith The Lamb, The Lion and The Bear. I want to tell you the story of a Lamb, a Lion, and a Bear. As the story goes: A small Lamb once believed that there was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Absalom

    Contributed by Timothy Bokka on Nov 15, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,328 views

    Dis functional family, lack of self control, anger, vengeance and ambition caused the downfall and death this young man named Absalom. The life of Absalom teaches many lessons to parents and young adults.

    II Samuel 14:25-27 & II Samuel 18:33 Absalom, the 3rd son of King David was a handsome young man. He was exquisitely good looking in the entire land of Israel (II Samuel 14:25). This young man had everything that he could ask for along with his charming looks which includes name, fame, wealth, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Manny Salva Cruz avatar

    God Has A Better Plan Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Mar 13, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 24,649 views

    We have great potential to do greater things for God but many times, our eyesight are limited and we only see the problem not the solution. In this message, we will study the life of Gideon and how God's plan unfolded before his eyes.

    INTRODUCTION: There was a story of a man who had an experiment with the fleas. Fleas are wingless insects with mouth parts adapted for piercing skin and sucking blood living in mammals and birds or dogs. He put some fleas in a jar with a covered top on it. Obviously, the fleas jump and hit the top ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rick Finitzer avatar

    "Work It Out To Shine Brilliantly" Series

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Oct 14, 2015
     | 5,996 views

    God calls us to shine brilliantly for Jesus in a crooked and perverse world! He gave to us His example and His Holy Spirit. May we shine brilliantly for Christ!

    Cornerstone Church October 11, 2015 “Work it Out to Shine Brilliantly” Philippians 2:12-18 A man dreamed of joining a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Broken For Humanity Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,999 views

    It is a reflection for Maundy Thursday on contemporary leadership.

    Broken for Humanity Scripture: John 13:1-17 Introduction: It is a reflection for Maundy Thursday on contemporary leadership. Reflection Maundy Thursday marks a significant event in Christian tradition—the Last Supper, where Jesus washed his disciples' feet, demonstrating humility, ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jung Lee avatar

    Following Jesus From Jericho To Jerusalem

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Mar 30, 2024
     | 722 views

    Embark on a historic journey from Jericho to Jerusalem, where Jesus redefines leadership through humility and service, inspiring us to follow His path of patience, humility, and compassion.

    Imagine starting a journey that's not just a path from one place to another but a pivotal moment in history. This journey from Jericho to Jerusalem, though only 17 miles, was loaded with lessons and significance. It's a vivid picture of Jesus' leadership, not through might but through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Randy Bataanon avatar

    The Three Paradoxes To A Fruitful Life

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Feb 4, 2011
    based on 207 ratings
     | 35,729 views

    People struggle for their life. They fight for their right and wrestle for their greatness - only to find that it is the other way around that we can find them.

    THE THREE PARADOXES TO A FRUITFUL LIFE John 12:24-26 People struggle for their life. They fight for their right and wrestle for their greatness - only to find that it is the other way around that we can find them. Jesus said: Joh 12:24 I tell you the truth, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Service Of Christ

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,955 views

    The road which the Lord sets before us is not easy. It requires us to give up our selfish ambition, and to walk the path of service. Yet it is a route which leads to a crown of glory for ALL who follow Jesus.

    THE SERVICE OF CHRIST. Mark 10:32-45. The disciples of Jesus were amazed that Jesus had ‘steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem’ (Luke 9:51). They were beginning to have the clear apprehension that such a route would lead to their Master’s premature death, and that the promises of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational