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  • Andrew Chan avatar

    How Fellowship Helps Me Grow

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 13, 2001
    based on 51 ratings
     | 2,806 views

    There were troubled times for the church and how they overcame the challenges of life with the life-changing connection with God and with other believers and the call to be devoted passionate followers of Christ and its power for us today.

    Acts 2:41-47 How Fellowship Helps me Grow Here are some signs of the times, reported in the star.com though whether they’re permanent remains to be seen. Friends are important: The television show Friends, despite lower than average ratings this time last year, has unexpectedly become TV’s most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Experience Pure Love Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004
    based on 13 ratings
     | 3,807 views

    Part 1 of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

    Experience The Passion… Part 1: “Experience Pure Love” Isaiah 53:1-12 It’s a blood-fest. In fact, it’s probably one of the most violent films that’s ever been made. Full of disturbing images of evil and horrific scenes of brutality it’s stirred up more controversy than any other film since “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Experience Complete Forgiveness Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,479 views

    Part 2 of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

    Experience Complete Forgiveness John 8:1-11 Deadly – when you hear that adjective, certain phrases come to mind, like A deadly weapon, A deadly attack, A deadly snake, A deadly explosive, A deadly heart attack, A deadly enemy. Whatever connection you make with the word “deadly” it probably won’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Experience Ultimate Wholeness Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on May 18, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,160 views

    Part 3 of a series based on Mel Gibson’s film "The Passion of the Christ." Portions of this sermon were derived from sermons given by Sermon Central designed with the same intent.

    Experience Ultimate Wholeness Luke 19:1-11 Over the past six years in pastoral ministry I’ve had the opportunity of officiating at more than sixty funeral services ranging from elderly people to infants, from victims of accidents to those whose deaths were a welcomed relief at the end of a long ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Freedom In Christ (Part One) Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 10, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,615 views

    In Galatians 5:1-6, the apostle Paul continues his passionate plea for freedom. So, he begins with the thesis concerning our freedom, and then continues with four consequences of embracing works.

    Scripture About seventy years ago a poor prospector named Jakobus Jonker worked tirelessly searching for fortune on his small farm in South Africa. After a typical, sudden, frightening thunderstorm, Jakobus walked out onto his land to see if the rain washed up anything. Eventually, he came across ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Knowing Christ

    Contributed by David Swensen on Jun 12, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 11,854 views

    Have you forgotten the feeling of dedication, passion and hunger for Christ? A vital,vibrant, powerful,life-changing relationship with the Lord comes to those who make knowing Him a priority in their lives.

    Writing in Moody Monthly magazine, Mayo Mathers tells about the first time she saw Keith sitting alone in a pew at the back of the church. He wore a biker’s T-shirt and tattoos decorated each arm. Only 36, he was more faded then his jeans with a worn out, lived-out look in his eyes. He seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Can I Be In Charge? Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 16, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,931 views

    Their mommy spoke for them. Jesus answered that the way up is down. His PASSION PREDICTED, the PATHWAY PRESCRIBED, the POWER PROVIDED. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Can I Be in Charge? Matthew 20:17-34 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/InCharge.html The Historian Josephus writes that every year at Passover 3 million Jews would ascend upon Jerusalem with 250,000 lambs. You and I know that each and every one of those lambs was a picture of Jesus Christ, the Lamb ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pounding The Ground In Prayer Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jun 27, 2010
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,197 views

    The Lord is calling us as a church family to head into a summer of seeking Him in prayer. As we ‘pound the ground’ in prayer, with passionate perseverance, we will see incredible, miraculous things take place.

    DESTINY #7: POUNDING THE GROUND IN PRAYER KICKING OFF OUR SUMMER OF SEEKING: “And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.” (Jeremiah 29:13). • Starting July 4th and every Sunday from 6-7 pm this summer. • Prophetic challenge – getting ready to grow and go to the ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016
     | 5,764 views

    This sermon is the final in a series on consider the passion through the book of Matthew. By considering a number of passages we see that confusion around the death of Jesus turns into enthusiasm and commitment to stand up for Jesus.

    This was an Easter Sunday Message It was delivered in two parts. Title:- Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees. Messag-ette 1 We are not going to focus on one specific passage of the Bible today – rather we are going to put together a series of passages and historical events. What we want to do is ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    With Jesus Into Holy Week - 6 Of 7 Series

    Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Feb 1, 2021
     | 4,987 views

    With the Passion staring Him in the face, we might ask, why should there be a parade? Why the waving of palms and shouting of hosannas? Didn't Jesus know what was going to happen?

    March 31, 1996 Matthew 21:1-11 We have followed Jesus during this Lenten Season as he sat by a well and talked with a Samaritan woman about living water and about worship. We have listened in the night hours on the housetop as he told Nicodemus, "You must be born again." We have ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Renew Pt 1 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 2, 2021
     | 8,042 views

    We need to be renewed – to connect – re-connect and find the Lord so we can be renewed this year in 2021. To do this requires a renewed mind, a renewed soul and a renewed Passion for the Lord.

    Re-new in 2021 Thesis: We need to be renewed by connecting or re-connecting with the Lord this year in 2021. To do this requires a renewed mind, a renewed soul and a renewed passion for Jesus. Key theme Scriptures Verse for the year: “Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Prayer Of Zeal Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jun 6, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,405 views

    Prayer of zeal refers to a passionate and fervent prayer that is filled with enthusiasm and a strong desire to serve God. Zeal, on the other hand, is a deep and intense feeling of devotion or enthusiasm towards a cause or belief.

    PRAYER OF ZEAL Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, June 6, 2023 1 Kings 19:13-14 When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his mantle and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And behold, a voice came to him and said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” Then he said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Lovers Of Pleasure More Than Lovers Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
     | 372 views

    Pleasure in itself is not sinful. God created us with the ability to enjoy life, but the problem arises when pleasure becomes our priority and passion, while God becomes secondary or even ignored.

    LOVERS OF PLEASURE MORE THAN LOVERS OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 3:1-5 (KJV) "This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When Believers Lose Their First Love

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 512 views

    When believers lose their first love, their passionate devotion, intimacy, and zeal for God fade, leaving them with outward religious activity and an empty heart disconnected from true fellowship with Him.

    WHEN BELIEVERS LOSE THEIR FIRST LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 2:4-5 “Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. Remember therefore from whence thou art fallen, and repent, and do the first works; or else I will come unto thee quickly, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Word In Your Walk

    Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025
     | 105 views

    God’s living Word transforms our daily walk—planting new life, lighting our path, strengthening our spirit, correcting our hearts, and igniting holy passion.

    Introduction Did you know there are more ancient copies of the Bible than of any other ancient classic? Tacitus, the Roman historian, survives in only a handful of manuscripts—yet the Word of God has been preserved through hundreds upon hundreds of ancient copies. It’s still alive, still speaking, ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist