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  • Where Are The Signs And Wonders?

    Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jun 18, 2021
     | 3,822 views

    What happened to the great miracles and the great acts written about long ago?

    The scriptures tell us that JESUS CHRIST is the same, yesterday, today and forever, so, where are the signs and wonders. Many people ask whatever happened to the great and mighty acts done by The MOST HIGH in times past. HE split the red sea, HE burnt up Elijah’s enemies, HE made the hands of a ...read more

  • Securing Divine Help Through The Mind (Right Thinking) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2026
     | 170 views

    Divine help is accessed and sustained when the mind is aligned with God’s truth and governed by right thinking.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH THE MIND (RIGHT THINKING) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 12:2 Key Verse: "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” — Romans ...read more

  • The Lord Is My Portion In The Land Of The Living Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 22, 2025
     | 470 views

    God Himself is the believer’s ultimate inheritance, security, and satisfaction in this life and in eternity.

    THE LORD IS MY PORTION IN THE LAND OF THE LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 142:5 – “I cried unto thee, O LORD: I said, Thou art my refuge and my portion in the land of the living.” Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:22-24; Psalm 16:5-6; Numbers 18:20; Psalm 73:26 INTRODUCTION: In ...read more

  • The Wisdom Of God Vs The Counsel Of Men Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 358 views

    This chapter reveals that no matter how intelligent or strategic human wisdom may appear, it cannot override the counsel of God.

    THE WISDOM OF GOD VS THE COUNSEL OF MEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 17:1-29 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 19:21, James 3:17, 1 Corinthians 1:25, Psalm 33:10-11 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 17 unfolds the clash between two kinds of wisdom—human counsel versus divine ...read more

  • Trust And Rest

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 12, 2025
     | 413 views

    Jesus invites us to take His yoke and find rest in humble surrender.

    TRUST AND REST Primary Text: Matthew 11:25–30 Additional Scriptures: Matthew 18:1–4; Matthew 5:3; James 4:6; 1 Peter 5:5; 1 Corinthians 1:18–31; James 3:15–17; Psalm 46:10; Isaiah 30:15 TRUTH ABOUT GOD Jesus invites us to take His yoke and find rest in humble surrender. TRUTH FOR MY LIFE I will ...read more

  • My Job Is A Hot Mess Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 722 views

    This sermon explores the biblical perspective on work, emphasizing its divine purpose and how to maintain peace amidst the challenges it may present.

    Good morning once again, friends! Welcome back to another week at church. We are continuing our series which we started a few weeks ago called “Hot Mess.” This is a common phrase in our culture, and it’s one that we have been unpacking for a little while now. So far, we have talked about our family ...read more

  • The Road To Ruin

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 1, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 11,359 views

    Samson was on the road to ruin because he fraternized with the enemy, wasted his strength and was deluded by pride.

    The story of Samson begins much like the story of the other judges of Israel. The nation was in misery because of the domination of a rival country that was oppressing them. That nation was the Philistine nation. (Interestingly, the word Philistine is where we get our word “Palestinian,” so this ...read more

  • The "White" Sheep Of The Family

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,268 views

    We need grace, just like Jesus’ family.

    THE “WHITE” SHEEP OF THE FAMILY Matthew 1:1-17 S: Salvation Th: The Need of Salvation Pr: We need grace, just like Jesus’ family. ?: Why? KW: Illustrations TS: We will find in Matthew 1:1-17 Five Illustrations that demonstrate the same need of grace in our lives. The _____ ...read more

  • A Parent's Work Is Never Done Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,242 views

    Bible Couples, Pt. 5 "Manoah and Wife"

    A PARENT’S WORK IS NEVER DONE (JUDGES 14:1-15:1) Have you heard of the “Are You Ready for Children?” test? MESS TEST: Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Now rub your hands in the wet flower bed and rub on the walls. Cover the stains with crayons. Place a fish stick behind the couch and ...read more

  • The Dark Side Of Power Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 9,665 views

    David, Pt. 4 of 15

    THE DARK SIDE OF POWER (1 SAMUEL 19:1-24) One of the most educated, talented and charismatic seminary graduates I know taught me all I care to know about power and ambition. He is gifted in languages – English, Mandarin and Cantonese, preaching and teaching. His alma mater is one of the finest ...read more

  • Let My People Think Series

    Contributed by Byron Harvey on Nov 14, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,138 views

    This is the fourth in a series of messages I did on the Great Commandment from Mark 12.

    Priority 1 Mark 12:28-34 September 22, 2002 Let My People Think! “Most Christians would rather die than think—in fact, they do!” So said Bertrand Russell, certainly no friend of Christians, but a man who has a point to make. There exists within the church an unfortunate aversion to thinking on ...read more

  • When Dreams Come True Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 27, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 20,548 views

    Our greatest dreams will come true when we get close to God and give our hearts completely to Him. How to get prayers answered and how not to.

    When Dreams Come True James 4:1-10 What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don’t they come from your desires that battle within you? 2 You want something but don’t get it. You kill and covet, but you cannot have what you want. You quarrel and fight. You do not have, because you do not ask God. ...read more

  • A Parent's Work Is Never Done Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 19, 2007
     | 3,687 views

    Couples, Pt. 5

    A PARENT’S WORK IS NEVER DONE (JUDGES 14:1-15:1) Have you heard of the “Are You Ready for Children?” test? MESS TEST: Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Now rub your hands in the wet flower bed and rub on the walls. Cover the stains with crayons. Place a fish stick behind the couch and ...read more

  • Power To The People Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,958 views

    Part 3 in series Slowing Down. This message plays down pastors and spiritual professionals, and plays up the unity and equality of all people who follow Jesus.

    Power to the People Slowing Down, part 3 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers October 25, 2008 In last week’s message I posed the question, “How do we pursue God in ways that do not end up doing spiritual/emotional/psychological damage to ourselves and others.” Remember how I answered that ...read more

  • The Substitute King Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jun 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,625 views

    First in a series on the life and reign of Saul. This message deals with the results of Israel demanding a King, and of God giving them what they request.

    Trinity Baptist Church June 22, 2008 Series: Portrait of a Politician Title: The Substitute King 1 Samuel 8:1-22 I don’t know much about Samuel Clements -- Mark Twain -- when it comes to his faith. But he said something once which was dead on. He said, “Some ...read more