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  • daniel cabrera avatar

    Hand Me Another Brick

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Feb 18, 2019
     | 5,182 views

    what do I DO with the brick I’m handed?

    Text. Nehemiah 6: 1 - 4 When word came to Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies that I had rebuilt the wall and not a gap was left in it—though *up to that time* I had not set the doors in the gates— 2 Sanballat and Geshem sent me this message: “Come, let us meet ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Hand Me Another Brick

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Feb 18, 2019
     | 3,482 views

    what do I DO with the brick I’m handed?

    Text. Nehemiah 6: 1 - 4 When word came to Sanballat, Tobiah, Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies that I had rebuilt the wall and not a gap was left in it—though *up to that time* I had not set the doors in the gates— 2 Sanballat and Geshem sent me this message: “Come, let us meet ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Aggressive Defense Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Aug 5, 2018
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     | 3,752 views

    We don’t have the right to judge. It is the heart that is broken over the destruction caused by sin, not the heart that is proud of its sinlessness, that God can use to correct the ills of his world.

    Revelation Chapter 11 1. And a reed rod was given to me, like a staff, saying, “get up and measure the temple of God, and the altar, and those worshiping in it. 2. And exclude the court that is inside the temple and don’t measure it, because it is given to the nations, and they will trample down ...read more

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    When Believers Fuss And Fight Lesson 18 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 20, 2017
     | 4,718 views

    Principles to Handle Conflict Between Believers

    A. THE OCCASION OF CONFLICT “Joshua blessed the 2 ½ tribes and sent them home with the instruction. ‘Share with others the spoils of war.’ So the warriors started back to their homes, but before they crossed the Jordan, they built a very large altar to God. The other tribes gathered at Shiloh to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He's In The Middle Of It

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on May 9, 2017
     | 14,366 views

    Just like with Shammah the Lord is in the middle of every battle we face. He is there to help bring about a “great victory” even for us.

    In the text before us, Shammah is in the middle of a field filled with lentils. Lentils are peas, so he was in the midst of a pea patch. The people of God had labored for many months to plant their ground with lentils. They sowed the seed, they cultivated the little shoots when they broke ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Meet Epaphroditus

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 20, 2015
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,150 views

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    Meet Epaphroditus Philippians 2:25-30 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Epaphroditus.html Joy comes from living for and serving others, as did Jesus, Paul, and Timothy in this chapter. Now, the example of Epaphroditus. Let me tell you what the name means, in case you are thinking of naming a child. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss And Fight

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2013
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     | 1,368 views

    Principles to handle conflict between believers.

    Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss and Fight January 6, 2013 A. THE OCCASION OF CONFLICT “Joshua blessed the 2 ½ tribes and sent them home with the instruction. ‘Share with others the spoils of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Return Of God's Glory: Exuberant Worship (2) Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 24, 2016
     | 4,273 views

    Worship Invites the Glory of God; Introduces Salvation; and Initiates Victory.

    1. Secret to Soul Winning One of the most zealous soul-winners of yesteryear was Colonel George Clarke, who established the Pacific Garden Mission in Chicago, but he wasn't a polished speaker. Dr. R. A. Torrey once wrote, "I used to go and hear Col. Clarke talk and he seemed to me to be one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Responding To Rejection And Hostility Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
     | 241 views

    Rejection, especially after genuine efforts to do good, can be deeply painful. But 2 Samuel 10 shows us that our response matters more than the offence itself.

    RESPONDING TO REJECTION AND HOSTILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 10:1-19 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:18-21, Matthew 5:44, Psalm 35:1, Isaiah 54:17, Proverbs 26:4-5 INTRODUCTION: 2 Samuel 10 presents a significant lesson in how acts of kindness can be misinterpreted and even met ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Who Is On The Lord's Side? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 286 views

    In every generation, this question echoes—Who is on the Lord’s side? The line between compromise and conviction must be clearly drawn. God is looking for those who will boldly stand for Him, no matter the cost.

    WHO IS ON THE LORD'S SIDE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:21 Supporting Texts: Exodus 32:26; Joshua 24:15; Revelation 3:15-16; Matthew 10:32-33; 2 Timothy 1:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Mount Carmel was the place of decision. The nation of Israel, once devoted to Yahweh, had drifted into ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Danger Of Despising God’s Servants Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 250 views

    This passage reminds us that God is not passive when His servants are dishonoured. Elisha had just begun his ministry, and heaven made it clear that no one was to mock what God had ordained.

    THE DANGER OF DESPISING GOD’S SERVANTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 2:23-25 Supporting Texts: 1 Chronicles 16:22; Psalm 105:15; Galatians 6:7; Matthew 18:6; Hebrews 13:17 INTRODUCTION: After Elisha received the mantle from Elijah and confirmed the prophetic transfer by parting the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Wipes Away Shame Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 7, 2025
     | 250 views

    The God we serve is not only powerful to forgive sin, heal sickness, and deliver from bondage; He is also the Restorer who transforms shame into testimonies. He specialises in turning the lowest moments of life into platforms for His glory.

    THE GOD WHO WIPES AWAY SHAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:7 – “Instead of your shame you shall have double honour, and instead of confusion they shall rejoice in their portion. Therefore in their land they shall possess double; everlasting joy shall be theirs.” Supporting Texts: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Anoints For Distinction Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 8, 2025
     | 186 views

    When God anoints a person, He places upon them His authority, His power, and His unique grace, enabling them to do what others cannot do in their own strength.

    THE GOD WHO ANOINTS FOR DISTINCTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 92:10 – “But my horn shalt thou exalt like the horn of an unicorn: I shall be anointed with fresh oil.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1, 1 Samuel 16:13, Acts 10:38, Exodus 28:41 INTRODUCTION: In the journey of life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Go! And Live The Kingdom Way Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 502 views

    Explore how we can go and live the Kingdom way by embracing justice, living with an eternal perspective, serving others selflessly, and praying with purpose.

    Go! And Live the Kingdom Way Introduction Church, today we stand before the living Word of God, ready to be challenged and transformed. The command to "Go!" is not just a call to action; it is an invitation to live out the very essence of God’s Kingdom here on earth. In Isaiah 1:17, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lord Is My Shepherd

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025
     | 599 views

    The Lord as our Shepherd means that we are never alone, never without provision, and never without protection. He provides, leads, protects, restores, and gives us eternal security.

    THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 23:1-6 "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want." – Psalm 23:1 Supporting Texts: John 10:11, Isaiah 40:11, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Hebrews 13:20-21, Revelation 7:17 INTRODUCTION: Psalm 23 is one of the most beloved passages ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God