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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Leaping Like A Yearling Deer Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 19, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,866 views

    Our Lord is eager to instruct us and enable us to be like Him, to show ourselves in the image and likeness of God.

    Dec 21 Pre-Christmas novena A little over a half-century ago this month that I fell in love with a woman for the first and last time, and so I have a particular affection for the readings we just heard from Sacred Scripture. You hear about a woman in love here, anticipating the arrival of her ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Character Study Of Ruth Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025
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    Ruth’s story is a testimony of faith, divine providence, and redemption. Despite being a foreigner and a widow, her loyalty, humility, and trust in God led her into God’s divine plan

    CHARACTER STUDY OF RUTH – MOABITE WOMAN, ANCESTOR OF DAVID By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ruth 1:16 "And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, or to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christian Ethics In The Workplace Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025
     | 197 views

    The workplace is more than a means of earning a living; it is a platform for believers to reflect the life and values of Christ.

    CHRISTIAN ETHICS IN THE WORKPLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23-24, Titus 2:7-8 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:13-16, Proverbs 11:1, Ephesians 6:5-8, Philippians 2:14-16 INTRODUCTION: The workplace is more than a means of earning a living; it is a platform for believers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lazy Bones Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 1, 2009
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     | 23,146 views

    Several jokes and illustrations on how to know if you are lazy--then what the Bible says about it and how to be diligent as a servant of the Lord. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

    Lazy Bones II Thessalonians 3:6-18 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/LazyBones.html If a problem is not dealt with is usually doesn’t go away...instead it gets worse. Ill.—small splinter in finger is just irritating at first, but eventually it will become infected and much more serious over time. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Rewards Of Seeking God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
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    The Bible clearly affirms that God is a Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Seeking God is not in vain—there is a guaranteed return for every spiritual investment made in pursuing His presence.

    THE REWARDS OF SEEKING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:6 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:13, Matthew 6:33, Psalm 34:10, Proverbs 8:17–21, Isaiah 45:19 INTRODUCTION: The Bible clearly affirms that God is a Rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. Seeking God is not in vain—there ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Make Every Effort To Grow Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 20, 2015
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    Spiritual growth is intentional, not automatic. When we add to our faith we will abound in fruitfulness and have the assurance of forever. We have all we need and when we use all that we have we will grow…and it will show.

    Make Every Effort to Grow 2 Peter 1:5-11 Rev. Brian Bill April 18-19, 2015 Offering: “Make Me Over” by Natalie Grant Listen to how an article from Tuesday’s Washington Post begins: “It is every pilot’s worst nightmare to hear strange sounds coming from a plane. An ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Qualities Of A Faithful Church Worker Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025
     | 444 views

    Being a church worker is not merely about holding a position or performing a task—it is a divine calling that requires faithfulness, humility, commitment, and spiritual discipline. God is not just looking for workers; He is looking for faithful ones.

    QUALITIES OF A FAITHFUL CHURCH WORKER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 4:2 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:21, Colossians 3:23-24, Romans 12:11, Hebrews 6:10 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, the Church of Christ has advanced through the tireless efforts of faithful men and women ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fire Of Glory, Fire Of Drought

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 8, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 10,449 views

    We have experienced the warm glow of God’s blessings, but the fire of judgment is also at hand, for worship becomes ritual, there is a critical spirit, and pessimism spreads. Diligence and integrity bring vitality in worship.

    In all the annals of human history, there is one item which has held out more hope and yet offered more terror than any other. Wherever human beings gathered, in the infancy of our race, there this one item, this one element, both attracted them and repelled them; it drew them close and yet it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Warning Against Laziness & Procrastination Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 27,754 views

    Ants are used as models of industrious workers whose diligence provides for the present & prepares for the future. Laziness keeps one from fulfilling their physical & spiritual responsibilities & realizing the potential of their earthy & eternal future

    PROVERBS 6: 6-11 A WARNING AGAINST LAZINESS AND PROCRASTINATION [John 4:31-38] God speaks to us most clearly and directly through His Word, but if one does not trust the wisdom of His Word, then he can extract wisdom from observing nature and fallen man. Nature teaches us to be prepared and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Entertaining Angels

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 4, 2016
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     | 9,891 views

    Angels sometimes come in the guise of needy persons to test our compassion, greed, selfishness, and obedience to help the poor. We should be diligent to minister to those less fortunate: they might even be angels.

    ENTERTAINING ANGELS Heb. 13:2 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: AN EMAIL FROM GOD 1. One day God was looking down at Earth and saw all of the evil that was going on. He decided to send an angel down to Earth to check it out. So he called one of His best angels and sent the angel to Earth for a time. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pride, The Glory Stealer...

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 19, 2019
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     | 5,843 views

    Everything we do as unto God with a humble spirit, is an act of worship unto God and part of our diligence and pursuit of our faith in our relationship with God we have through Jesus!

    Pride, The Glory Stealer... Illus. From the book a life beyond amazing, by David Jeremiah. In Detroit in the 1930s, three young men boarded a bus and attempted to pick a fight with a passenger sitting alone in the back. They threw one insult after another, but the man said nothing in response. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living With Assurance: Confirming Your Calling 2 Peter 1:10 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 19, 2024
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     | 1,055 views

    "How can I be sure of my calling in Christ?" This is not just a theological question; it’s a deeply personal one. In a world full of uncertainties, wouldn’t it be comforting to know that you can live with full confidence in your relationship with God?

    Living with Assurance: Confirming Your Calling 2 Peter 1:10 “So, dear brothers and sisters, work hard to prove that you really are among those God has called and chosen. Do these things, and you will never fall away.” Introduction: A Life of Certainty in Christ Today, we’re going to consider a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Character Study Of Luke Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 283 views

    Luke was a physician, historian, and devoted Christian who used his skills to serve God. He played a critical role in documenting the life of Christ and the growth of the early church.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF LUKE – PHYSICIAN AND AUTHOR OF LUKE AND ACTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 4:14 "Our dear friend Luke, the doctor, and Demas send greetings." Supporting Texts: Luke 1:1-4, Acts 1:1-3, 2 Timothy 4:11, Philemon 1:24 INTRODUCTION Luke was a physician, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faithful Stewardship In God’s Kingdom

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 16, 2025
     | 228 views

    Faithful stewardship means wisely managing all that God entrusts to you; time, talent, treasure, and opportunities because your management today determines your eternal rewards.

    FAITHFUL STEWARDSHIP IN GOD’S KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 16:1-13 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 4:2; Matthew 25:14-30; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION The subject of stewardship is a foundational truth in the Kingdom of God. Everything we own, from the money in our bank ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faithfulness In Your Divine Assignment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
     | 141 views

    Every divine assignment matters. Whether you are a preacher, intercessor, usher, cleaner, or financial supporter—what counts most is your faithfulness.

    FAITHFULNESS IN YOUR DIVINE ASSIGNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 9:22-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 4:2; Colossians 3:23-24; Matthew 25:21; Hebrews 6:10; Nehemiah 13:10-14 INTRODUCTION: In 1 Chronicles 9, we observe the Levites and gatekeepers assigned to specific ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God