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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Character Study Of Joseph (Earthly Father Of Jesus) - Husband Of Mary Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
     | 385 views

    Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, was a man of righteousness, obedience, faith, and humility. Though he played a background role, his impact was crucial in God’s redemptive plan.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOSEPH (EARTHLY FATHER OF JESUS) - HUSBAND OF MARY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 1:18-25 "Then Joseph being raised from sleep did as the angel of the Lord had bidden him, and took unto him his wife." (Matthew 1:24) Supporting Texts: Luke 1:26-27, Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Luke Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 310 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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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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    Explore the significance of baptism in the Wesleyan tradition, emphasizing its role as an introduction into the church, a call to unity among believers, and a commitment to live a life worthy of our Christian calling.

    Good morning, Church. We gather here today to delve into the rich and significant topic of baptism, a cornerstone in our Christian life. As we unpack this sacrament, we'll be exploring its meaning in the Wesleyan tradition, its significance in our Christian walk, and the call to unity it brings. To ...read more

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    I Am The Door PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 12, 2024
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     | 1,112 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' roles as our Justified Journey, Joyful Joining, and Judicious Judge, as revealed in John 10:1-10, emphasizing the importance of engaging with God's Word.

    Welcome, beloved family. How wonderful it is to be gathered here today in the presence of our Lord, in the fellowship of His people, to reflect upon His word and His extraordinary love for us. Our focus today is on a passage from the Gospel of John, chapter 10, verses 1-10. These verses present ...read more

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    The Neighbours From Heaven Mark 2

    Contributed by John Gullick on Dec 18, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 1,942 views

    An update and revision of a sermon i wrote last year and is also on Sermon central. It is an attempt to help those who feel that they would not be accepted by God to see that even a clumsy person like - Mr Bean or Dumb and dumber can be accepted by Christ

    Christmas Day. JN 1:1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. JN 1:3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of men. 5 The light ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Shepherding The Flock Series

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,298 views

    Pastors and elders, as a central purpose of their office are to care for souls. If not, they fail to obey God (1Pe 5:1-2, Acts 20:28), to the great detriment of the church. The goal of the elders and pastors of a church should be to see families and each

    INTRODUCTION We know it by the abbreviated title: The Reformed Pastor. Originally it was - Gildas Salvianus: The Reformed Pastor, showing the nature of the Pastoral work; especially in Private Instruction and Catechizing; with an open CONFESSION of our too open SINS: Prepared for a Day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Resisting Resistance Makes You Strong Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 3, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,641 views

    This is the second of six on James. Tony Miano (Sermon Central contibutor) is quoted and several of his points incorporated. James speaks about temptation and how it is used by God and Satan to accomplish totally different ends. Let me clarify. We cho

    Resisting Resistance Makes You Strong Many of us here today have made the decision to follow Jesus. That decision involves living as He taught us and showed us. Some of you are here because you are considering that decision. And there are some here today that aren’t considering that decision ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    For Such A Time As This

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 5, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,731 views

    A sermon for Christmas based on Galatians 4:4. (Material taken from SermonCentral contributors, from Boyce Mouton’s book "Special Messages for Special Days, and from Rich Warren’s book "The Purpose-Driven Life")

    Sermon for 12/25/2005 For Such a Time as This Galatians 4:4 Introduction: When Leonardo Da Vinci painted The Last Supper on a monastery dining room wall, the monks began to have many questions about his ability, and his integrity. The picture was merely a copy of the dining area in which it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Oh Glorious Day - Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Don Emmitte on Apr 23, 2014
     | 4,155 views

    Peter emphasizes salvation is spiritual birth. No earthly inheritance can compare with it. And, then he comes to the central truth of our justification. Not only do we have an inheritance that is reserved in heaven, we ourselves are put under special guard.

    Rising, He Justified Freely Forever 1 Peter 1:1-5 Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Today we come to the fourth in our series titled Oh, Glorious Day! Each of these messages is built around the theology ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can A Person Have An Encounter With The Living God Series?

    Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jul 23, 2012
     | 3,928 views

    This series looks at the people who had encounters with the Living Lord and it ask the question why can't we have one today. I got the idea for this series from the Lord and I got a lot of help from Sermon central

    CAN A PERSON HAVE AN ENCOUNTER WITH THE LIVING GOD SERIES? Part 1 Acts 4:1-32a. I usually start the next week message after I preach on Sunday Morning. I have been switching back and forth from Joshua to teachings on the Fruit of the spirit. By Monday evening I though that I had everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are You Involved In Making Disciples? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 9, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,873 views

    Being a disciple of Jesus requires more from us than just turning up for a church service, God is meant to have the central place in our daily lives. Are you willing to move to a different level of commitment in your Christian life?

    Our theme for 2016 is Dynamic Disciples. In the New Testament the word Disciple is used to describe the people who are committed to following Jesus Christ. Being a disciple of Jesus requires more from us than just turning up for a church service, God is meant to have the central place in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Wanna Go Home

    Contributed by Brad Stone on Oct 23, 2019
     | 10,205 views

    Homecoming day at church is always an enjoyable day that allows us to reflect upon our past as a church. It is also a day for us to look forward to the ultimate homecoming that will never end! (Used sources from Sermon Central to aid in preparation of this message).

    I Wanna Go Home Today, as we celebrate homecoming here at Grace Baptist, I want us to take time to remember all that God has done for the church. I want us to recognize the hard work that has gone into bringing the church to the point it is today. Stacy & I have only been here a short time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Offer Grace (Show And Tell)

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Sep 13, 2019
     | 5,243 views

    Central to the Christian faith is the doctrine of grace—that God gives us that which we don’t deserve. Instead of just talking about this doctrine, however, we are also called to live out this doctrine in how we treat others.

    Opening and Introduction In elementary school, many kids look forward to show and tell. I have two kids, Tiffany and Tyler. Both loved to bring their favorite toys to school to show their friends. They wanted to show others what they were interested in, experience what they loved, and share ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Opening Up To The Lord

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 28, 2016
     | 4,750 views

    Things that were opened for these two disciples (Outline and some material adapted from Bob Russell from Lookout Magazine under the Living Word article for September 30, 2001; other material adapted from Sermon Central Contributors, thanks!)

    HoHum: When times are hard, I have trouble praying. When that happens, I go walking in a deserted place and talk with the Lord while I walk. This seems to help. On these walks I am able to open myself up to the Lord, express myself. “He walks with me and he talks with me and He tells me I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Message Of The Cross

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Jan 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 637 views

    The cross is the central fact of the Gospel. But not all people are aware or accept that fact. And this has been true from the beginning. Our text in I Corinthians 1:18-25 describes the message of the cross, and two words stand out: Foolishness and Power.

    Alba 1-26-2025 THE MESSAGE OF THE CROSS I Corinthians 1:18-25 Recently we witnessed the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States of America. Every four years it happens. March 4, 1881 was a beautiful spring day in Washington D.C. James Garfield stood on the Capitol steps, placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ