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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Led By The Spirit Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
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    God is still speaking today, and He desires to lead His children in every area of life—spiritually, emotionally, financially, and in decision-making.

    LED BY THE SPIRIT OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:14 Supporting Texts: John 16:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Galatians 5:16-18, Psalm 32:8 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest privileges of the believer is the ability to be led by the Spirit of God. The Spirit of God is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Apple avatar

    The Preeminence Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,949 views

    CHRIST DESERVES THE PREEMINENCE BY VIRTUE OF: - HIS POSITION OF HEADSHIP - AND HIS WORK OF RECONCILIATION

    BIG IDEA: CHRIST DESERVES THE PREEMINENCE BY VIRTUE OF: - HIS POSITION OF HEADSHIP - AND HIS WORK OF RECONCILIATION (WITH RESPECT TO ALL OF CREATION AND TO THE CHURCH) I. (:18b) THESIS: “so that He himself might come to have first place in everything” Def.: “having paramount rank, dignity, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Raymond Dix Jr. avatar

    Hanging With The Wrong Crowd

    Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 14,597 views

    This message challenges the people of God to be willing to endure the same criticism our Lord endured from those who are modern day Pharisees - "He eats with sinners". We are challenged to touch the live of those in the "wrong crowd" with the message of

    (Elab = Elaborate point) (Trans = Transition) Luke 15:1-7 15:1 Then all the tax collectors and the sinners drew near to Him to hear Him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes complained, saying, "This Man receives sinners and eats with them." 3 So He spoke this parable to them, saying: 4 "What man of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    Blessed, Broken, Given

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 9, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,513 views

    To multiply you must first subtract, what we call brokenness God calls fixed!

    Blessed Broken & Given Mark 6:40-44 Intro: Some produce fruit 30 fold, some 60, some 100. Which are you? Which do you want to be? There is a principle in the word of God that I call the multiplication by subtraction principle. Joh 12:24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, Except a corn of wheat fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Matt Black avatar

    The Knowledge Of God Introduced Series

    Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,055 views

    Proposition: The Study of God leads us to wonder at the Greatness and Glory of His Person.

    Foundations of the Christian Faith Series by Matt Black (Message 1) THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOD INTRODUCED ROMANS 11:33 O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable are his judgments, and his ways past finding out! Proposition: The Study of God leads us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    A Three-Fold Warning

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 20, 2005
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    Jesus tells us the signs of the end of the age. His three-fold warnings are: (1) Do not be deceived; (2) Do not be afraid; and (3) Do not be distracted.

    Luke 21:7-19, 34-36 [The pointers and some thoughts in this sermon were taken from John Hamby’s sermon A Three-fold Warning, Luke 21:5-36.] Warning signs are good. In fact, they are very important in some situation. If you are driving, warning signs can be a matter of life and death for those ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    The Greater Blesses The Lesser

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2014
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     | 6,460 views

    To show that we are being blessed every moment in every opportunity by GOD, the Greater One.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you so blessed by the Greater One? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are being blessed every moment in every opportunity by GOD, the Greater One. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:7 (Amplified Bible) 7:7 Yet it is beyond all contradiction that it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Faith Of Paradoxes

    Contributed by Lew Slade on Dec 22, 2008
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     | 3,426 views

    A deeper understanding of Jesus final prayer for his disciples - and us.

    A Faith of Paradoxes I wonder how many of you have ever tried to reverse your car with a trailer hitched to the back. It’s not easy, and I’m sure many of us have got some amusing or expensive stories to tell. The problem is that if you want the trailer to go to the right you have to turn the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Marriage Of Faith And Deeds

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 5, 2012
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    Some people live under the separation of faith and deeds. But they were destined to be together. And what God has joined together, let man not separate.

    THE MARRIAGE OF FAITH AND DEEDS James 2:14-26 1) James 2:14-18. • Faith, like love, is an action word (vs. 14-18). If a man who merely says I wish you well but does not act upon that wish by feeding his fellow man then it is not true faith. True faith expresses itself in love. Gal. 5:6b, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Hatos avatar

    Cut It Out

    Contributed by Jeff Hatos on May 29, 2019
     | 3,078 views

    What should we do when confronted by those who say a particular part of the Bible is wrong? Do we defend that area or cut that part out of the Bible?

    Cut It Out 2 Timothy 3:14-17 But continue thou in the things which thou hast learned and hast been assured of, knowing of whom thou hast learned them; And that from a child thou hast known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Gospel Of The Saints

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Nov 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,804 views

    Closing this amazing chapter, Peter emphasized the importance and great significance of the Gospel. Not only does faith in the Gospel lead unto salvation, but the Gospel should continue to shape and guide our lives.

    The Gospel of the Saints 2 Peter 1: 16-21 Having spent several weeks in this opening chapter of Peter’s second epistle, we have discovered his love and devotion for the church. He sought to strengthen their faith, encourage their spiritual maturity, provide guidance for their daily lives, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons In Surrender And Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 811 views

    Explore the themes of surrender, obedience, and sacrifice through the story of Abraham and Isaac, encouraging us to fully submit to God's will in our own lives.

    Good morning, family and friends! Today, we gather together to explore a story in the Book of Genesis, diving into the themes of the call to surrender, the test of obedience, and the power of sacrifice. As we embark on this journey, let us keep in mind the words of C.S. Lewis: "The more we let God ...read more

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    Hero Of Faith PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,030 views

    Unwavering trust and obedience to God, even in difficult circumstances, leads to blessings and serves as an inspiring example for our own walk with the Lord.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a story from the life of Abraham – a story that teaches us about obedience to God. As A.W. Tozer once wrote, "The world is perishing for lack of the knowledge of God and the Church is famishing for want of His Presence." In order to ...read more

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  • Christopher Benfield avatar

    The Beatitudes Of Christ (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 18, 2021
     | 3,683 views

    Jesus uses the word blessed nine times in these opening verses. Clearly there is a significant emphasis on being blessed. He reveals the presence and assurance of blessing to those who follow Him.

    The Beatitudes of Christ (Part 1) Matthew 5: 3-12 Our text begins the great discourse of Jesus, His preaching of The Sermon on the Mount. His powerful message began with what has become commonly known as the “Beatitudes.” The term beatitude comes from Latin and literally means “happiness or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    His Powerful Word -- Hammer And Fire

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 3, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 16,756 views

    God’s Word has to the power to expose and crush all falsehood and to buildup and refine in its truth.

    Sermon Text: Jeremiah 23:23-29 September 2, 2001 -- Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost GOD’S POWERFUL WORD – A HAMMER AND FIRE! It’s been said that the pen is mightier than the sword. What that means is that words can be powerful. Words can be weapons. A careless, harsh word can cut a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran