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    Ash Wednesday: Confronting Sin

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 10, 2011
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    A talk given at our evening Ash Wednesday service. Jesus's death on the cross has paid the price for our sins but our bad habits, bad behaviour and the things that trip us up still need to be confronted.

    A young man once visited the great German preacher Martin Luther to ask for his advice. He said that he was constantly plagued by wrongful desires and lustful thoughts and did not know what to do. Martin Luther’s reply was typically blunt and to the point. He said, “You can’t stop ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Remain Here Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 5, 2011
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     | 4,772 views

    This series looks at various truths and principles that can be found in the story leading up to the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Gethsemane to Golgotha Pt1- Remain Here Introduction Series- Easter- NAME OF SERIES- Mat 26-28. Significance of the story of the crucifixion/resurrection takes us beyond human intellect to a place of faith. It makes no sense in- natural- someone die- so I live. Principle built into- fabric of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Letting Go Specifics Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 2, 2020
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     | 2,686 views

    Letting go is an informal process, not a science; nonetheless, it is helpful to grasp two concepts about this matter.

    Letting Go Specifics 1. Two weeks ago, I tried to prove to you that the Bible teaches forgiveness is conditional, requiring repentance on the offender’s part. We forgive as God forgives. 2. We saw that forgiveness is a continuum. In some cases, forgiveness in the fullest sense – relating as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Walking On Water

    Contributed by Lincon Guerra on Oct 26, 2017
     | 10,862 views

    Sometimes when we have storms in our lives we may think God is not present or not interested in our problems. However, the Lord is preparing the precise moment where He will show us His Glory.

    Walking On Water. Matthew 14: 22-33 (Mark 6: 45-56) Introduction. - The event before this passage is the feeding of 5,000 people with five loaves and two fish, a great miracle; they could have stayed there for a long time, receiving fame, praise, good treatment and very comfortable. - But Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    We Must Not Do Evil That Good May Come

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
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    Paul strongly refutes this error in Romans 3:8. The idea that one can do wrong with the hope that good will result is not only unscriptural but damnable.

    WE MUST NOT DO EVIL THAT GOOD MAY COME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 3:8 (KJV) “And not rather, (as we be slanderously reported, and as some affirm that we say,) Let us do evil, that good may come? whose damnation is just.” Supporting Texts: Romans 6:1-2, Isaiah 5:20, Proverbs 14:12, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Empowered To Run And Not Be Weary Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 30, 2025
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    God has not called you to run the race of life in your own strength. He has made supernatural strength available to help you run and not be weary, to walk and not faint.

    EMPOWERED TO RUN AND NOT BE WEARY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:28-31 "Hast thou not known? hast thou not heard, that the everlasting God, the Lord, the Creator of the ends of the earth, fainteth not, neither is weary? there is no searching of his understanding. He giveth power ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus: Our Guiding Stone SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,699 views

    This sermon explores Jesus as our guiding stone, interpreting Samuel's statement, 'Thus far the Lord has helped.'

    Our Ebenezer Stone 1 Samuel 7:12 When we hear the name "Ebenezer," we often think of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol" and its main character, Ebenezer Scrooge. However, there is another Ebenezer that is more famous yet less known. It is not a person, real or imagined, but rather a stone that ...read more

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    Pentecost: The Evidence Of The Holy Ghost

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025
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    The coming of the Holy Ghost is not just a spiritual event but a transformational experience that changes a person’s nature, lifestyle, and power to live as a true witness of Christ.

    PENTECOST: THE EVIDENCE OF THE HOLY GHOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:14-16, John 16:13-14, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 INTRODUCTION: The coming of the Holy Ghost is not just a spiritual event but a transformational experience that changes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Guarding Your Thoughts

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
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    Our thoughts shape our attitudes, decisions, and ultimately, our lives.. A mind filled with godly thoughts produces a life that honours God, while an unguarded mind is vulnerable to sin and defeat.

    Title: GUARDING YOUR THOUGHTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Be Prepared To Meet God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
     | 1,236 views

    Preparation to meet God is the foundation of Christian living. The return of Christ is imminent, and it is essential that we keep our lamps burning, remain faithful, and stay vigilant in prayer and holiness.

    BE PREPARED TO MEET GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Amos 4:12 Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Matthew 24:44, Revelation 22:12 INTRODUCTION: The message of preparation is a call to vigilance and readiness to meet the Lord. In Amos 4:12, God’s warning to Israel highlights His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Set Your Heart On Fire Again

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 25, 2025
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    The cry of the Spirit in this season is for believers to reignite their passion and spiritual fervency. The coldness of the world must not infect the heart of the church.

    SET YOUR HEART ON FIRE AGAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 24:32 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Psalm 85:6, Jeremiah 20:9, Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: The human heart is the centre of passion, devotion, and direction. When the heart is set ablaze by the Spirit of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Building Strong Foundations For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026
     | 210 views

    This sermon teaches the importance of establishing strong spiritual, moral, and practical foundations today to secure a greater tomorrow.

    BUILDING STRONG FOUNDATIONS FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-25 Key Verse: “Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock: And the rain descended, and the floods came, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Is Sin A Test?

    Contributed by Dennis King on Apr 20, 2022
     | 2,028 views

    Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath.

    Are the Ten Commandments merely guiding thoughts or God's hard and fast rules? At one point or another in our lives, we all may have given in to every one of the seven sins labeled as envy, gluttony, greed, lust, pride, sloth, and wrath. Had you ever been an abomination to God for having ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Belt Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Apr 14, 2024
     | 1,398 views

    Paul makes the case the the foundation of our Christian armor is truth.

    The Belt of Truth Ephesians 6:10-13 Chenoa Baptist Church Pastor Jefferson M. Willams 04-13-2024 The Belt of Truth A couple of years ago, I learned how important a belt is. I was flying back from Trinidad and was in the Toronto airport. I had lost weight over the summer and my belt was the only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What The Bible Says About Homosexuality

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Feb 2, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,730 views

    What does the Holy Scripture teach us about God’s view of homosexuals and homosexuality. This is not an anti-gay sermon.

    What does the Church Say About Homosexuality Leviticus 18:22 A few weeks ago the church down the road ran a couple of messages on its sign that said “Homosexuality is a sin. The wages of sin is death but the gift of God is eternal life.” The newspaper called and asked me my opinion. I told the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist