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  • Expository Study On The Backslidden Of Peter

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 15, 2012
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     | 11,545 views

    Peter denied Jesus, but he was able to repent and return back to Him. He therefore encourages us to guide against backslidding and denial of Jesus.

    EXPOSITORY STUDY ON THE BACKSLIDDEN OF PETER Study Text: 2 Peter 2: 20 - 22 INTRODUCTION - In 2Pet 2:20-22, we read of the real possibility and serious consequences of backsliding - It is interesting that we find this passage coming from the inspired pen of Peter... * For if anyone knew ...read more

  • Three Steps To Godly Living

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010
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     | 10,571 views

    • I want to talk to you tonight about a few steps to achieve Godly success. • Success God’s way is different from the world’s way of gaining success. • God has created you to be a winner not a loser. • Your success is based upon His ability not yours.

    Introduction • I want to talk to you tonight about a few steps to achieve Godly success. • Success God’s way is different from the world’s way of gaining success. • God has created you to be a winner not a loser. • Your success is based upon His ability not ...read more

  • Are You Under The Law Or Grace?

    Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jul 7, 2011
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     | 4,979 views

    This is the whole purpose of Grace - we get love and blessings when you do wrong instead of punishment.

    How Do You Know If You Are Under The Law Or Under Grace? Rom 6:14 For sin shall not have dominion over you, for you are not under law but under grace. When sin has power over you then you are under the law. When you are living a Godly life then you are under Grace. Tts 2:11 For the grace of God ...read more

  • The Blessed Hope

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2009
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     | 5,777 views

    There are those who think it foolish to hope that this world will one day know peace and be ruled by justice.

    The Blessed Hope Titus 2:11-13 Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. Titus 2:12 It teaches us to say No to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, Titus 2:13 while we wait for the ...read more

  • Whese's The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 19, 2014
     | 6,218 views

    Jesus stands before Pilate. Jesus’ kingdom is not from this world, but he is still King of kings and Lord of lords.

    John 18:28-40 "Where's the Kingdom?" INTRODUCTION It has often been said that Jesus, "Lived so that he could die." Such comments stress the crucifixion, but down play Jesus' life. I think it might be more accurate to say that Jesus died because he lived. In other words, Jesus bringing in the ...read more

  • Living Victoriously

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jul 25, 2017
     | 6,048 views

    When we die to Sin we become victorious with the grace of God.

    Living Victoriously Romans 6:12-23 When we die to sin and become alive in God through Christ Jesus we experience a lifestyle change. When we die to sin we gain the ability to live a victorious life free from sin and death. Being alive to God means we should start building a new lifestyle, we ...read more

  • Grumbling? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 18, 2018
     | 7,058 views

    Why do we grumble when God is good all the time?

    We have been noting the power, the holiness, and the love of God in the Book of Exodus. We have also noted our humanity through the lives of the Hebrews as they were slaves in Egypt for over 400 years then freed by God with His protection and provisions. Please open your Bibles to Exodus 16…. God ...read more

  • Save Us Now

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 31, 2020
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     | 8,100 views

    Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of human failure to govern itself. Let’s compare human governments with God’s wonderful government, the kingdom of heaven. Let’s look at the Palm Sunday parade from Matthew 21:1-11.

    Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of human failure to govern itself. Let’s compare human governments with God’s wonderful government, the kingdom of heaven. Let’s look at the Palm Sunday parade from Matthew 21:1-11. Matthew 21:5 “Tell the daughter of Zion, ‘Behold, ...read more

  • The Great Commandment: The Priority Of The Church

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 6, 2014
     | 4,811 views

    I shared this sermon to convey what I think should be the church's primary purpose as I was installed as senior pastor. 1. Loving God 2. Loving one another as church members 3. Loving non-believers by sharing the gospel

    The Great Commandment: Matthew 22:37-40 37 And He said to him, " YOU SHALL LOVE THE LORD YOUR GOD WITH ALL YOUR HEART, AND WITH ALL YOUR SOUL, AND WITH ALL YOUR MIND.' 38 "This is the great and foremost commandment. 39 ”The second is like it, " YOU SHALL LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR AS ...read more

  • Destructive Lifestyle Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 12, 2022
     | 2,790 views

    At first glance these were great days to be alive. But, a warning from the prophet Hosea revealed a deep-seated spiritual bankruptcy. The prophet Hosea gave a message of hope in the midst of coming judgment. Hosea’s preaching includes an appeal to repent.

    It must have been exciting to live in the Northern Kingdom of Israel in 800 BC. You could get up early and check the stock market prices and see new records set. New record highs set every day. The economy was great. At first glance these were great days to be alive. However, lying, murder and ...read more

  • Revival And Failure Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 6, 2021
     | 1,536 views

    Let's look at five examples of revival that began well, but failed.

    Let's look at five examples of revival that began well, but failed. 1) Solomon's Revival and Failure Can a man begin with revival and end up back in the world? Solomon asked God for wisdom and knowledge, so God granted his wish and gave him incredible wealth as well (1 Kings 3). ...read more

  • Jesus - The Saviour

    Contributed by Steve Pearman on Mar 6, 2023
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    This was used in a series, but can stand alone, looking at people's understanding - then and now of Jesus. With reference to serving, authority, and kingship

    WRONG IDEA OF KINGSHIP (37) It was apparent to many that Jesus was the Messiah. Some tried to ignore that, or push the idea to one side, because He didn’t fit into the image that they had of the Messiah. Indeed, we know that some of the famous passages in the Old |Testament about this Messiah spoke ...read more

  • Who Is A Fool?

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Apr 20, 2023
     | 1,840 views

    Many people including believers assume they are wise until they read the word of God and discover those described as fools by God. Foolishness and wisdom are not far from man, but we mostly do foolish things because the fallen nature of man. Are you a fool by God's standard?

    TEXT: Ecclesiastes 7:9 “Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.” WHO IS A FOOL? The King James Bible dictionary defines a fool as: 1. One who is destitute of reason, or the common powers of understanding, an idiot. 2. In scripture, fool is often used for a ...read more

  • When Famine Tests Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 11, 2026
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    Famine seasons test the authenticity of faith, revealing whether trust in God remains firm under pressure.

    WHEN FAMINE TESTS YOUR FAITH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 12:10-20 Key Verse: “And there was a famine in the land: and Abram went down into Egypt to sojourn there; for the famine was grievous in the land.” (Genesis 12:10) Supporting Texts: James 1:2-4; Psalm 66:10; Hebrews 11:17; ...read more

  • Breaking The Chains Of Spiritual Slumber Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 6, 2025
     | 950 views

    God is calling His people to awaken from spiritual slumber and step into divine purpose. Every believer must examine their heart and determine if they are spiritually alert or asleep.

    BREAKING THE CHAINS OF SPIRITUAL SLUMBER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 13:11 "And that, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep: for now is our salvation nearer than when we believed." Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:6, ...read more