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  • Pablo Catala avatar

    Do Unto Others

    Contributed by Pablo Catala on May 31, 2019
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     | 4,577 views

    Forgiveness

    “A hacked Sony e-mail posted by WikiLeaks … reveals that Ben Affleck demanded that the PBS show ‘Finding Your Roots’ remove the fact that one of the actor’s ancestors owned slaves,” reports the Boston Globe. In a July 22, 2014, e-mail, the show’s host, Harvard professor Henry Louis Gates Jr., ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Headed In The Other Direction?

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on Feb 26, 2013
     | 3,272 views

    What eternal punishment will be like for those not going to heaven.

    “Headed in the Other Direction?” Text: Luke 16:19-31 I. Welcome II. Introduction As Jesus wrote to the church at Laodicea, we notice there is no in-between for Christians – we are either cold or hot. We’re either Christians or we’re not. We’re either saved or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Encouraging Others To Succeed

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 17, 2022
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    This message looks at an account of how encouragement was extended to a young man who had made a mistake, and reveals that encouragement is greatly beneficial in our endeavors at expanding the Lord’s kingdom.

    In a world where people are often quick to judge and criticize, we’re all in need of some encouragement, wouldn’t you agree? I am going to be preaching about encouragement this morning. So, what is encouragement? Well, it’s defined as “the act of giving courage, or confidence of success.”(1) I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Celebration Like No Other Series

    Contributed by Paul Davidson on Oct 31, 2022
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     | 8,105 views

    This is not our home! But there WILL be a homecoming for those of us who are in Christ Jesus… and there will be a HUGE and EXCITING celebration on that day when it comes! It will be a celebration like no other!

    INTRODUCTION ILL: There’s a story about an old missionary couple who had been working in Africa for years and were returning to New York City to retire. They had no pension; their health was broken; they were defeated, discouraged, and afraid. They discovered they were booked on the same ship ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revived To Reignite Others

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025
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    Revival is not merely for personal renewal; it is meant to be contagious. When God revives a man, He positions that man to become a carrier of His fire to a generation.

    REVIVED TO REIGNITE OTHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 85:6 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 57:15; Habakkuk 3:2; Luke 22:32; Acts 3:19–20; John 7:38 INTRODUCTION: Revival is not merely for personal renewal; it is meant to be contagious. When God revives a man, He positions that man to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Desire To Bless Others

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025
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    The desire to bless others is a powerful spiritual posture that honours God and enriches lives. It requires a heart attuned to God’s love, a willingness to give without expectation, and faith that God will multiply the seed sown.

    THE DESIRE TO BLESS OTHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:2 Supporting Texts: 2 Kings 4:8-17, Proverbs 11:25, Acts 20:35, Luke 6:38, Romans 12:13 INTRODUCTION: Blessing others is a divine principle that echoes throughout Scripture. It reflects the heart of God, who delights in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Smoking And Other Addictions

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 23, 2025
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    Any activity or substance use that harms your body, mind or spirit and can leave you addicted to it is evil.

    Homily on Smoking and Other Enslaving Addictions Saint Paul’s letter to the church in Galatia was one of his earliest communications with the Church. He had visited that area early in his missionary journeys and left there a church with the kind of spiritual fire and enthusiasm we associate with ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Defending The Word Of God, Part Two Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Oct 14, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,273 views

    The need to contend for the faith

    Intro: 1. Every year, thousands upon thousands of wildebeests run a sort of marathon. The African savannah dries up for weeks. Then, rains come to the north. Small herds of wildebeests join other herds of the hog-like creatures as they run for days. Covering many miles at a thundering speed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Relate Wisely With Others Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023
     | 1,933 views

    A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

    . James begins our text this morning by asking his readers a question: “Who is wise and understanding among you?” 1. Last week I began with the question: “How many of you have allowed your TONGUE to get you into trouble?” COMMENT: Hands went up all over the place. We readily ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Jude V.1-3 Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 20, 2012
     | 8,375 views

    Jude calls believers to contend for the faith! To join in the battle… to be ready to step up! Are you ready to step up today… to step up and take on the battle plan God has laid forth for you?

    A Study of the Letter of Jude JUDE v. 1-3 Teaching Lesson 2 May 16, 2012 The Book of Jude… how many of you have read it? How many of you have ever studied it? 1Jude, a servant of Jesus Christ and a brother of James, to those who have been called, who are loved in God the Father and kept for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing Your Responsibilities Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 17, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,974 views

    Do you want to know your personal responsibility as a believer so that you won’t die from spiritual cancer?

    Knowing Your Responsibilities Jude 3-4 Proposition: Because Christ is your Master, you must faithfully fulfill your responsibilities to Him. I. Contend for the faith! v. 3 A. It requires knowing the common salvation. Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Work Of Salvation

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 8, 2020
     | 2,598 views

    You must work out your own salvation. Outline

    Philippians 2:12-16 Proposition: You must work out your own salvation! I. By obeying without supervision! vs. 12-13 A. You honor the Lord. vs. 12 B. The Lord works in you. vs. 13 II. By walking as sons of God! vs. 14-15 A. You will be without rebuke. vs. 14-15a B. You will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Make Me A Blessing (3 Of 3)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 22, 2024
     | 1,251 views

    We have discovered in this series MAKE ME A BLESSING that the greatest honor that can be bestowed upon mankind in this life is to be known as a MAN or WOMAN OF GOD!

    However, everyone does not share that idea. That is there might be some here today who live their life everyday wanting to known as: • Great businessman • Great athlete • Great entertainer • Great entrepreneur But one day as these stands before their Creator they will wish they had lived ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Nokomis Jackson avatar

    Storm Survivor Series

    Contributed by Nokomis Jackson on Mar 17, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 26,111 views

    God has called another church to the witness stand. He has declared and decreed that you are a storm survivor. Through heartache, pain, sickness, etc... you have survived because you held on to God's word, and because of His Grace and Mercy.

    The Church on Trial Pt. 2 Storm Survivor Revelations 2:8-11 You will recall last week, we talked about the church at Ephesus; chapter 1 verses 1 – 7. And God convened a hearing and he indicted the church at Ephesus because according to the text they had left their first love. So he asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What To Do With God’s Word

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 7, 2015
     | 5,606 views

    A church split could have occurred in the Jerusalem church, but it didn't. That's the background of Acts 11:1-21. But a subtext is the role the Word of God played in the entire passage. Thats the subject of this passage.

    What to Do with God’s Word TEXT: Acts 11:1-21 – “And the apostles and brethren that were in Judaea heard that the Gentiles had also received the word of God. 2 And when Peter was come up to Jerusalem, they that were of the circumcision contended with him, 3 Saying, Thou wentest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist