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  • Ivy Drafor Amenyah avatar

    Covid-19: The Response Guide For Church Leaders

    Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on Mar 26, 2020
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     | 7,492 views

    In the current challenge, the church must know what to do. This guide provides strategies for managing our members, interactions, and finances in productive ways to increase our relevance.

    PREAMBLE The church has been challenged beyond its capacity in the past few days. The whole world has been affected by the coronavirus which first infected people in Wuhan in China at the end of 2019. There are direct and indirect impacts of this phenomenon. People have been infected, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Who Are The Kings From The East? Series

    Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019
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     | 3,817 views

    This message seeks to expose and reveal the mysteries of apocalyptic images right before the Second Coming of Christ. it challenges believers to be faithful, focused and unflappable in light of the Return of Christ.

    Best life practices, most solid advice, came from my time as a boy Scout … Scout motto is be prepared, and its always worthwhile to observe some timeless codes of conduct, especially practices like: thrifty, clean, brave and reverent, they are go-to principles when the future looks uncertain. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Responsibility Of The Redeemed

    Contributed by Rev. William J. Wyne on Jun 9, 2020
     | 8,000 views

    **This sermon was delivered on June 7, 2020 after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. "Our challenge in this season is to be the light, not just on Sunday, but daily."

    **This sermon was delivered on June 7, 2020 after the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom He hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy (Ps. 107:2). There is an old song that the church sang that said, “If we ever needed the Lord, we sure need Him now. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solitude 101

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 7, 2013
     | 8,104 views

    1) The Call to Solitude (Mark 6:30-31), and 2) The Challenge of Solitude (Mark 6:32-33), 3) The Compassion of Solitude (Mark 6:34)

    Those who are successful learn how to be alone. Whether it is an artist with a canvas, an author staring at a page, a teacher making out a lesson plan or a businessperson reviewing accounts, they know that certain things must be done alone. From that time alone a painting can be put on public ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Our Witness Among The World

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 18, 2019
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     | 6,138 views

    Following a reminder of who believers are in Christ, Peter presented a challenge regarding their walk and witness among the world. We are expected to maintain purity personally, socially, and professionally.

    Our Witness among the World 1 Peter 2: 11-20 After revealing the need for believers to abide in the Word, growing thereby, and building their lives upon Christ, the Corner-stone of our faith, Peter reminded us of our standing with the Lord, being positioned in Christ. Those who abide faithfully in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Waging War Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019
     | 5,595 views

    Paul understood that behind his critics was a sinister spirit- Satan. He challenged these rebels. He knew they were influenced by demonic forces (11:3, 13).

    WAGING WAR II CORINTHIANS 10:1-6 INTRODUCTION: We are in a war! The enemy is alive and well (well, not so well). The war is spiritual. Paul found himself in a war. The Judaizers (legalist) had followed Paul into Corinth. They had corrupted the message and challenged the messenger. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Is Finished! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 9, 2023
     | 2,230 views

    Based on John 19:28-30 - Challenges hearers to understand that Jesus death, burial, & resurrection give us hope in this life & in the life to come.

    “IT IS FINISHED!” John 19:28-30 FBCF – 4/9/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – April 1962, renowned theologian Karl Barth spoke at a chapel service at Univ of Chicago. During Q & A time, student asked him if he could sum up his theology in just a few words. Barth: “Jesus loves me, this I know; for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fire From Heaven Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 16, 2022
     | 3,265 views

    This sermon focuses on Elijah's challenge to the 450 Prophets of Baal and the application to Christians who are wavering in their faith when it comes to facing the various Baals of culture.

    Good morning. I hope you all had a great Easter. I know we did. Today, we are going to continue the series that we call The Story. As you know, the story we are talking about is God’s story that is found in the complete story of the Bible in the people, places, and events of the Bible. Where ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Christian Love

    Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Feb 15, 2020
     | 4,495 views

    How is a church a family? How do we practically show love to one another? Jesus gave us an example and Paul challenges us to live it.

    Christian Love (Rom. 12:9-13) Intro: A. There is a verse that many Christians know, have heard or been preached from the pulpit so frequently, it the meaning has lost its wonder and awe. To put the verse in the context I take you to the night commonly called the Last Supper. But instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Father God Ephesians 1:19-20 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 8, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 991 views

    Understanding God's power as our Father transforms our faith, our approach to life's challenges, and our daily walk with Him.

    Transformed by Truth: The Power of Father God Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound power of Father God. Understanding God's power as our Father transforms our faith, our approach to life's challenges, and our daily walk with Him. Our exploration will be anchored in four key ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Powerless Religion Or Spirit-Filled Life

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 573 views

    The sermon challenges believers to reject hollow religiosity and instead pursue a Spirit-filled life marked by inward transformation, daily surrender, and the visible fruit of the Holy Spirit.

    Powerless Religion or Spirit-Filled Life 2 Timothy 3:1-5; Ephesians 5:15-18; Galatians 5:22-26 In an age when appearance often replaces authenticity, and spiritual reputation can mask spiritual emptiness, we must ask ourselves how does one identify the highly religious among us? Is it not often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Supernatural Advantages Of Believers (Part 5) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 23, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 534 views

    The supernatural advantage of believers is the unique grace and divine support they receive from God, allowing them to overcome challenges and achieve what human effort alone cannot.

    Title: SUPERNATURAL ADVANTAGES OF BELIEVERS (PART 5) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 1:3 Supporting Texts: 2 Peter 1:3, 1 Corinthians 2:9, John 10:10 INTRODUCTION: As we conclude this series, we reflect on the abundant and unending blessings that are the heritage of believers in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is The Most Important Command Of God? Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 16, 2023
     | 1,561 views

    Conquer yourself. That is the challenge isn’t it? We’re not talking about something outside ourselves. We’re looking right into our own heart.

    "A lighthouse along a bleak coast was tended by a keeper who was given enough oil for one month and told to keep the light burning every night. One day a woman asked for oil so that her children could stay warm. Then a farmer came. His son needed oil for a lamp so he could read. Still another ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    When Faith Meets Anointing.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 27, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,999 views

    Several folks were challenged, and changed by this Word! All believers are positionally overcomers but when we obey we are experiential overcomers and this is why His commands are not burdensome.

    When Faith Meets Anointing. I John 5:4 1 John 5:4KJV For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. Always pause to ponder "What is the writer explaining?" John has just spoken of God's commandments as not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon – Remove From Your Place And Go After It! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 30, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,575 views

    We cannot be successful in the new year without embracing the task at hand, developing a proper attitude, embracing your destiny and the courage to accept the challenge. This is our time.

    Sermon – Remove From Your Place and Go After it! Scripture: Joshua 3:1-11 “And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. And it came to pass after three days, that the officers ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist