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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Don’t Grieve The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 22, 2025
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     | 398 views

    The Holy Spirit is our daily Companion on the journey of faith. He is gentle, loving, and deeply committed to our growth. But He can be grieved when we walk in the flesh, speak carelessly, or persist in sin.

    DON’T GRIEVE THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:30 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 63:10, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, John 14:26, Acts 5:3–5, Galatians 5:16–25 INTRODUCTION: The Holy Spirit is not just a power or a force; He is a divine Person — the third Person of the Trinity. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    We Need To Talk About It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
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    This sermon explores the profound truths about the nature of sin, its severe consequences, and the separation it causes from God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we are united in our desire to grow in the wisdom and knowledge of God's Word. It's a beautiful day to be in the house of the Lord, and I am thankful for each one of you who have come with hearts ready to receive, minds open to understand, and ...read more

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  • Matthew Kratz avatar

    Defection, Deception & Destruction Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 18, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,514 views

    1) PAUL’S WONDER ABOUT THE GALATIANS’ DEFECTION (Galatians 1:6) 2) PAUL’S WISDOM REGARDING THE FALSE TEACHERS’ DECEPTION (Galatians 1:7) 3) PAUL’S WARNING OF GOD’S DESTRUCTION (Galatians 1:8–9)

    This week, a U. S. soldier who was deported after his refugee claim was dismissed in Federal Court. This is nearly three years following his arrival in Canada and he may now face a number of consequences for army desertion. Robin Long, believed to be the first military deserter to be sent back to ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Defection, Deception & Destruction Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 11, 2018
     | 5,332 views

    In Galatians 1:6–9 we see the dangers of: 1) Defection (Galatians 1:6), 2) Deception (Galatians 1:7), and 3) Destruction (Galatians 1:8-9) of those who would pervert the Gospel of Grace.

    Every culture has unique expressions that can seem foreign to others. For one who is astonished, the British have the expression that one is “gob-smacked.” “Gob” is slang for “mouth.” To be smacked is to be slapped with an open hand. So someone who is “gob-smacked” opens his mouth, claps his hand ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God Our Refuge And Strength A Close Look At Psalm 46

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Feb 19, 2025
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    Psalms 46 is a powerful declaration of the Sovereignty of God over all creation declaring that victory does not come through human might but by His divine power, when what was once stable and secure has crumbled and become chaotic.

    God Our Refuge and Strength A Close Look at Psalm 46 By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - One of the most powerful verses in scripture yet seemingly the hardest for us to adhere to is Psalm 46:10 “Be still and know that I am God…” I believe part of this may be due to our misunderstanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Joel Sumagaysay avatar

    The Lord Will Bless And Enlarge Our Territory

    Contributed by Joel Sumagaysay on Feb 22, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 27,499 views

    This is a sermon I delivered during the 2nd year Anniversary of our Church in Ajman City. This is one of the seven churches we planted in the Emirates as a result of our Vision 2013, the vision of planting churches in the key cities of UAE.

    The Lord Will Bless and Enlarge Our Territory 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 A man had a problem finding a parking space. He finally parked in a no parking zone and left a note on his windshield that read: "I’ve circled the block for 20 minutes. I’m late for an appointment and if I don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Asking Amiss

    Contributed by John Mccormack on May 27, 2012
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     | 7,331 views

    PRAYING GOD'S WILL

    ASKING AMISS JAMES 4: 1-3 JAMES, WHOM MOST BELIEVE TO BE THE BROTHER OF CHRIST, WAS THE FIRST SPIRITUAL LEADER IN THE JERUSALEM CHURCH. THE GENERAL THEME OF JAMES WAS TO ENCOURAGE AND CORRECT DISAGREEMENTS AMONG A DIVERSE POPULATION WITHIN THE CHURCH. SOME SCHOLARS SUGGEST THE JEWISH ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    One Saved, Always Saved? Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,779 views

    This message wrestles with some apparent contradictions in Scripture about whether a Christian can lose his or her salvation.

    Hebrews 10:26-31 5-1-16 Intro One saved, always saved? Is that true or can a Christian lose his salvation? If so, how and when does that happen? This is one of the most common questions that people ask me about Scripture. I do not give a quick yes or no answer: first, because there is a lot you ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Lessons In True Power Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 3, 2019
     | 5,643 views

    Lessons in True Power Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – June 2, 2019

    Lessons in True Power Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – June 2, 2019 Text: Luke 9:43-55 Intro In shaping the lives of those who enter the reign of God… Jesus is reorienting human nature to live in the way true life really is. There are many aspects of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    6 Elements To Warfare Prayer Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 1, 2022
     | 5,366 views

    Daniel prayed with resolve—he set his face. He prayed with tremendous reflection—he looked upon God. I hate to say, and so much of my prayer is casual prayer, prayer that comes with almost a take-it-or-leave-it attitude. God is calling us at this late hour to pray with serious concentration.

    Americans are riddled with anxiety. Many of you are full of anxious thoughts throughout the night. Many of us feel an impending sense of danger just around the corner. For some, this apprehension is about their jobs, their marriage and their children. Most of us think if we had a little more money, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    Song Sung New

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 7, 2000
    based on 124 ratings
     | 22,884 views

    His Song is always new

    We have been created to sing. Nations have national anthems; armed forces march to martial music, colleges have alma-maters. Almost every organization you can think about has a theme song. Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts,...we sing in the shower, we whistle while we work, at times we even find ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Flood Insurance

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 31, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 8,909 views

    The story of the flood tells us that God holds the world accountable for its behavior. He is in control, but he is patient, and he rewards the righteous.

    On January 1st I told my wife that I hoped I would never hear the phrase Y2K again. I was so tired of hearing it all through 1999, only to have it go by without a glitch. But then we had to wait until the first business day before we really knew if we got by Y2K A.O.K. Still, not the slightest ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Equating "Old,” With "Holy,” And "New” With "Unholy.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 29, 2001
    based on 69 ratings
     | 3,320 views

    Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “Equating “old,” with “holy,” and “new” with “unholy.” Romans 15: 4-13

    Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “Equating “old,” with “holy,” and “new” with “unholy.” Romans 15: 4-13 SECOND READING: For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jim Black avatar

    The Great Adventure: "Stand Against The Tide!" Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jul 12, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,659 views

    Noah stood against the culture of his day and was counted faithful. Christians are called to an exciting, challenging and different way of life… not to conform to the world.

    We want to continue that excitement this morning as we delve back into our summer series, “The Great Adventure!” The Christian life is supposed to a great and exciting adventure! • Now, we don’t often talk about faith in those terms… • When we truly and honestly give ourselves to God and place our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Noah Found Grace

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 26, 2006
    based on 83 ratings
     | 21,464 views

    What was God looking for when He called Noah? He was not looking for perfection, intelligence, or strength; He was looking for faithfulness. And in being faithful, Noah found that one person can make a difference.

    As you look around at the world in which we live, it is easy to see lots of problems. There is corruption in the government, obvious moral decline, and an almost total disregard for others. We see a growing lack of respect in our youth toward their elders, and this is encouraged in most of the ...read more

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