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  • Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka avatar

    Faithful Fellow Workers

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 22, 2015
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    No one is an island in God's kingdom, we all need other people to work together in love, unity and with sincerity before successes can be achieved in the services of God. Paul enjoyed the fellowship of several men and women that worked with him faithfuly

    FAITHFUL FELLOW WORKERS Study Texts: Titus 1:1, 3 John 1 – 14 Intoduction: - The Bible is full of a faithful band of men and women who traveled the ancient world preaching and teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ. - The most prominent person in this great commission was the apostle Paul, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Faithful One!!!

    Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Aug 7, 2019
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    In this message I would like to bring before my readership, one definite attribute in the Almighty, which at once evokes awe in me that is …He is a Faithful One. One may well say that His signature of faithfulness is seen vividly in all of His dealings with men beginning right with Adam.

    THE FAITHFUL ONE Know therefore that the LORD your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant… Deu 7:9 First things first (Let me forewarn the readership that Alphabet “F” would be used frequently in this message…sic). What is the chief and highest ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    One Of You Shall Chase A Thousand!

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 27, 2019
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    “I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; and because I cannot do everything, I will not refuse to do something that I can do." Helen Keller

    ONE OF YOU SHALL CHASE A THOUSAND! Joshua 23:10-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: WHEN EVERYBODY GAVE 1. The pastor of a tiny country church had been having trouble with little giving in the offerings. 2. One Sunday he announced, “Now, before we receive the offering, I would like to request that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Anchor Of Our Souls

    Contributed by Pablo Catala on Oct 5, 2019
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    Jesus a sure foundation

    Looking out the window In life we begin with a hope innocent child like faith that cannot be wavered an inspiration that without a doubt is unstoppable, youthful innocent impressionable sponges that are willing to take any risk yet understanding that we cannot cross that line because we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Everyone Is Going Somewhere!

    Contributed by Lane Hastie on Oct 7, 2019
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     | 16,743 views

    Every plane at the airport has a destination. Every car on the road is going somewhere. Someone is going to work. Someone is going on vacation. Someone is going to the mall. Someone is going to school. Some are going home. But…everyone…is going somewhere.

    Everyone Is Going Somewhere According to the National Air Traffic Controllers Association: There are over 87,000 flights that criss cross the U.S. every single day. Worldwide: 8.8 billion air passengers in 2018. June 2019 (XNA) - 91,305 passengers LAX (2018) - 43,999,258 passengers departed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Will You Do It?

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 12, 2019
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    This message looks at Moses At The Red Sea, The Rich Young Ruler, And Peter's Call At The Lake, and asks us the question, "Will We Respond As They Responded." The message is good for a New Year's Message

    Will You Do It? Exodus 14:1-16 Luke 18:18-23 Luke 5:1-11 1/13/2018 There is a question that we have to answer probably a thousand times a day without even thinking about it. The reason is, there is always something seeking our attention saying, come follow me. How many times have you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God Wants All Of Us To See The Light

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jan 15, 2019
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    What a miracle that God draws the Wise Men to see and worship Jesus from hundreds of miles away!

    1.6.19 Matthew 2:1-12 - Epiphany After Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, when Herod was king, Wise Men from the east came to Jerusalem. They asked, 2 “Where is he who has been born King of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When King Herod heard this, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Trust Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 22, 2019
     | 14,173 views

    Learning to trust Jesus in all things

    Corner posts of our Faith “Trust” Today once again we will visit our corner posts series In this on-going series we have addressed and will continue to address Corner posts of our faith That is ----strong foundations – things we can build on These are concepts that are critical to developing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accountability To The Next Level Of Authority

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Feb 26, 2019
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    Many decisions that we must make in our lives are based on our accountability to someone. No matter how much we like to think we are own our own, the fact remains, we must give account to someone.

    ACCOUNTABILITY TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF AUTHORITY I. INTRODUCTION: As a teacher, I must enforce the rules of the school. Not always do I enjoy this portion of my job. In fact, this responsibility is often a dreaded one. We are teachers who often must perform in the role of a patrol officer. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    He Leadth Me Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 3, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,978 views

    The Lord is not "the shepherd" and He's not "a shepherd." David says He's MY shepherd. What does that mean for us?

    (I started the sermon by singing the first verse of “He Leadeth Me” and then asked the congregation to join me in the chorus) “He leadeth me, O blessed thought! O words with heav’nly comfort fraught! Whate’er I do, where’er I be, still ’tis God’s hand that leadeth me.’ (CHORUS) He leadeth me, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Wisely Or Wisdom From Above Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018
     | 6,498 views

    Message 18 in our exposition of James. This message covers 3:15-18 instructing us to live wisely followed by several insights regarding wisdom from above and wisdom from earthly , soulish and demonic sources.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Wisdom from Above” or "Living Wisely" The book of James is all about what it looks like to live by genuine faith. James recorded numerous instructions (51) that a person living by faith readily obeys because they are God’s instructions. James described ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Truth About Adultery Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 21, 2023
     | 1,588 views

    There is no greater relationship as an image in our relationship to God than the marital relationship and that is where Jesus takes us today in his sermon:

    Introduction Thomas Costain’s history, ‘The Three Edwards’, describes the life of Raynald III, a fourteenth-century duke in what is now Belgium. Grossly overweight, Raynald was commonly called by his Latin nickname, Crassus, which means "fat." After a violent quarrel, Raynald’s younger ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    It's Tough To Be A Mom!

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 4, 2023
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     | 3,427 views

    Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God.

    Scripture: 2 Samuel 21:1-14 Theme: Rizpah Title: It’s Tough to Be a Mom Rizpah is the picture of strength, patience, fortitude and courage. She is an amazing woman who helped a nation return to God. INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Happy Mother’s Day! ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Epaphroditus Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 14, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,884 views

    The attitude of one’s heart defines success in ministry. We need to honor not just those who are publicly serving in the church but also those who work behind the scenes!

    A Living Example: Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-30 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The spiritual gifts and divine tasks a believer receive are the work of the Holy Spirit. While we know that every task in the church is to be honored, we tend to rejoice, give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    Bad News, Good News

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 25, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,788 views

    I'm convinced that whenever an innocent, sincere individual is taken advantage of, or has his faith ruined because of our greed or by our example, that God takes that very seriously, too.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: 2 Kings 5:1- 27: Philippians 4:8 ILL. Now that Federal Agencies have proclaimed the Covid pandemic is over, there have been several polls taken about changes in church attendance. One poll of 5,872 adults published ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ