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  • Nettie J Pennington avatar

    Leadership Matters And Character Counts

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Mar 15, 2022
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    In this season of change, the Lord is doing His job. The question is, are we doing our job as the Lord commands? "Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ and has given us the ministry of reconciliation" (2 Cor. 5:18, NKJV).

    Our Father in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, Lord let Your will be done on earth as it is done in heaven. Lord, You said, "Do nothing from rivalry and conceit" (Philippians 2:3). Help us maintain a servant attitude committed to one faith, one body, and serving one Lord. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Character Study Of John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
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    John the Baptist was a unique and powerful figure in biblical history. His life of devotion, humility, and boldness in preaching repentance made him a significant forerunner of Christ.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOHN THE BAPTIST – THE FORERUNNER OF CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 3:1-6 "In those days came John the Baptist, preaching in the wilderness of Judaea, and saying, Repent ye: for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." Supporting Texts: Mark 1:1-8, Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Matthew (Levi) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
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    Matthew’s life is a testimony of God’s transforming power. He went from being a despised tax collector to a devoted disciple and Gospel writer. His decision to follow Jesus changed not only his own life but also the lives of millions through his Gospel.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF MATTHEW (LEVI) – FORMER TAX COLLECTOR, WRITER OF THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 9:9 "As Jesus passed on from there, He saw a man named Matthew sitting at the tax office. And He said to him, ‘Follow Me.’ So he arose and followed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of Mary Magdalene Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
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    Mary Magdalene’s story is a powerful testimony of redemption, devotion, and faith. She reminds us that Jesus transforms lives, that true love for Christ endures hardship, and that God uses the most unexpected people to proclaim His greatest messages.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF MARY MAGDALENE – WITNESSED JESUS’ RESURRECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 20:1-18 "Mary Magdalene went to the tomb early, while it was still dark, and saw that the stone had been taken away from the tomb." – John 20:1 Supporting Texts: Luke 8:2-3, Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of Joseph Of Arimathea Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
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    Joseph of Arimathea was a wealthy and influential man who initially followed Jesus in secret but later demonstrated his faith boldly by burying Jesus in his own tomb. His life teaches us that faith requires action, courage, and sacrifice.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOSEPH OF ARIMATHEA – BURIED JESUS IN HIS TOMB By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 27:57-60 "When the even was come, there came a rich man of Arimathaea, named Joseph, who also himself was Jesus' disciple: He went to Pilate, and begged the body of Jesus. Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of The Samaritan Woman Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 368 views

    The Samaritan woman’s story is one of redemption and transformation. She moved from a sinful past to becoming a bold witness for Christ. Her life teaches that no one is too lost for Jesus to save, and that a true encounter with Him leads to a transformed life and a desire to share the gospel.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF THE SAMARITAN WOMAN – WOMAN AT THE WELL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:1-30 "But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again. The water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life." – ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of Philip The Evangelist Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 120 views

    Philip the Evangelist was a man of faith, obedience, and power. His life demonstrates that God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary missions.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF PHILIP THE EVANGELIST – PREACHER TO THE ETHIOPIAN EUNUCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:5-8, 26-40 "Then Philip went down to the city of Samaria and preached Christ to them. And the multitudes with one accord heeded the things spoken by Philip, hearing and seeing ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Dorcas (Tabitha) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 943 views

    Dorcas was a woman of faith, compassion, and generosity. Her life teaches us that even simple acts of kindness can have a great impact. Though she passed away, her good works spoke for her, and God used Peter to restore her life.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF DORCAS (TABITHA) – A WOMAN FULL OF GOOD WORKS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 9:36-43 "At Joppa there was a certain disciple named Tabitha, which is translated Dorcas. This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did." (Acts 9:36, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ahab The Cowardly Husband

    Contributed by David Parks on Sep 20, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,668 views

    This morning we are going to talk about Ahab the cowardly husband.

    BIBLE CHARACTERS – AHAB TEXT: 1 Kings 16:30-33 INTRODCUTION: 1 This morning we are going to talk about Ahab the Hen Pecked husband. 2 Ahab was the 7th king of Israel. 3 He was a very good military strategist. 4 That’s about all that can be said about him that is good. 5 The Bible pretty well ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where's Your Mind Set? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 2, 2005
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     | 6,185 views

    Often we want to make ourselves better but go about it the wrong way. Paul the Apostle gives us tips in how to put off the old nature and put on Christ’s character.

    In chapter 2, Paul focused on the error of elevating the mind above the knowledge of God, and focusing on taming the physical body as a way to righteousness. He chastises the use of external rules and regulations, especially those around following certain ritual days and abstaining from certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Singing Revivals Of The Bible

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 7, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 2,596 views

    Revival awaits our own soul when we lift our hearts and our voices in grateful praise and thanksgiving to God in joyous song.

    THE SINGING REVIVALS OF THE BIBLE “I will sing unto the Lord, because He hath dealt bountifully with me.” Psalm 13:6 Revival awaits our own soul when we lift our hearts and our voices in grateful praise and thanksgiving to God in joyous song. Consider some of the "singing revivals" mentioned in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    War And The Bible 1

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 214 ratings
     | 5,283 views

    Messages regarding war taught at the time of Desert Storm but applicable to the present conflict.

    Chico Alliance Church WAR AND THE BIBLE INTRODUCTION Will God appear in response to our summons and intervene in what is taking place in the Middle East? There is much confused and emotional debate concerning this international crisis. There are those violently opposing violence. There are ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • David Welch avatar

    The Bible And War 2

    Contributed by David Welch on Feb 18, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 3,710 views

    This message was the second in a series presented during the Desert Storm conflict but is applicable to today’s conflict.

    Chico Alliance Church WAR AND THE BIBLE Part Two IV. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE? There are many parallels between the realities of our seen physical world and the realities in the unseen spiritual realm. In fact, God has specifically created the physical world as an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Ronald Fair avatar

    The Biggest "If” In The Bible

    Contributed by Ronald Fair on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 64,199 views

    Revival will come when people humble themselves and pray. Forgiveness comes when people humble themselves and pray. Healing comes when people humble themselves and pray.

    The Biggest “IF” in the Bible Text: II Chronicles 7:14, “If my people which are called by My name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” Scripture second Chronicles, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bob Hostetler avatar

    The Bible (The Movie) Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,885 views

    The first of a series that presents "what the Bible teaches, how Hollywood treats it, and how you can learn from it to improve your life."

    The Gospel According to . . . Hollywood? The Bible Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24 Today is Father’s Day, and as a way of honoring our fathers, I thought we should all just take a few moments to reflect on all the things we’ve learned from our dads. Okay? I think that was plenty of time, don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational