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  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Laughing Away The Burdens

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 4, 2000
    based on 119 ratings
     | 17,404 views

    Abraham laughed in the cynicism of old age; Sarah laughed in the denial that defends against what is inevitable; but beyond both of them God laughed in joy at the triumph of His purposes, fulfilled in two aged followers.

    You have heard it said, “He who laughs last, laughs best.” Let me expand on that: I may laugh, you may laugh, but God will have the last and best laugh, for God’s purposes will be served. Laughter. There are all sorts of reasons to laugh. Some will laugh out of frustration; unable to do what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Sell Out

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 31, 2025
     | 2,488 views

    Truth is a rarity, but that’s only part of what makes it so valuable. You must make Truth your own, value it, defend it, stand for it, and protect it at all costs.

    Don’t Sell Out By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Truth is a rarity, but that’s only part of what makes it so valuable. Truth aligns with what is real; it reflects God’s character; it guides us through life. Once we possess TRUTH, no amount of rationalizing, mocking, or threatening ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    Flowing From The Throne Of God

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 211 views

    In the movie “Bridge of Spies” directed by Steven Spielburg, actor Tom Hanks plays a New York lawyer James Donovan is asked to defend Rudolf Abel of being a spy during the cold war with Russia.

    Flowing From the Throne of God “Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb 2 down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Rebuke And The Goodness Of A Wise Friend

    Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Jun 11, 2025
     | 826 views

    Often, we assume that a good friend is someone who always supports, defends, helps, and follows our every wish. However, it is important to remember that not all kindness leads to true goodness in our lives.

    Rebuke and the Goodness of a Wise Friend Often, we assume that a good friend is someone who always supports, defends, helps, and follows our every wish. However, it is important to remember that not all kindness leads to true goodness in our lives. Sometimes, a friend who always says “yes” to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Who Protects From Evil Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 4, 2025
     | 334 views

    Throughout the Bible, God reveals Himself as the Protector of His people. He shields them from harm, frustrates the devices of the wicked, and creates a hedge around His own.

    THE GOD WHO PROTECTS FROM EVIL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:1-10 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 54:17; Proverbs 18:10; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Psalm 121:7-8; Job 1:10 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world that is full of visible and invisible dangers. From spiritual attacks to physical harm, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 22, 2018
     | 8,786 views

    Having revealed Himself as the Door of the sheep, Jesus also declared that He was the Defender of the sheep - the Good Shepherd. He was totally committed to the sheep, laying down His life for them. What a blessing to know the Shepherd.

    The Good Shepherd John 10:11-18 In our previous study, Jesus declared Himself as the Door of the sheepfold. Continuing the conversation, Jesus then declared Himself the Defender of the sheep – the Good Shepherd. Such a continuation is fitting when one considers that the shepherd served as both the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What A Difference The Gospel Makes Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 11, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,572 views

    This sermon focuses on Paul's testimony as he defends his apostleship. The sermon is an adaption of a sermon by Ray Pritchard "How a Terrorist Became an Evangelist: The Amazing Story of Paul’s Conversion" (www.keepbelieving.com)

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a family from the back woods, who many years ago, made their first visit to the big city. 1. As they checked into a grand hotel, they stood in amazement as they looked at all the new and impressive things they saw. 2. As dad checked them in at the reception ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beat Them Up For Me Lord Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 24, 2014
     | 5,915 views

    A study of Psalm 10 verses 1 through 18

    Psalm 10: 1 – 18 Beat Them Up For Me Lord 1 Why do You stand afar off, O LORD? Why do You hide in times of trouble? 2 The wicked in his pride persecutes the poor; Let them be caught in the plots which they have devised. 3 For the wicked boasts of his heart’s desire; He blesses the ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Your Guardian Angel Is On Assignment

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 13, 2025
     | 296 views

    You are never alone. God has commissioned and assigned guardian angels to walk with you, protect you, guide you, and minister to you.

    YOUR GUARDIAN ANGEL IS ON ASSIGNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 91:11 Supporting Texts: Matthew 18:10, Hebrews 1:14, Acts 12:5-11, Daniel 6:22, Exodus 23:20 INTRODUCTION: God, in His love and sovereignty, has not left us defenceless in this world. Beyond His Holy Spirit, God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Destroys Strongholds Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 30, 2025
     | 440 views

    Strongholds are not eternal—they can be pulled down. No matter how long they have stood, the power of God is greater. Don't manage the stronghold, destroy it. Don't excuse it, confront it. There is freedom in Christ.

    THE GOD WHO DESTROYS STRONGHOLDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Supporting Texts: Judges 6:25-32, Jeremiah 1:10, Isaiah 10:27, Colossians 2:14-15, Psalm 18:2 INTRODUCTION: A stronghold is anything that exerts ungodly control over your life—be it fear, sin, generational ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Armies Of Heaven Are Here Fighting For Me

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 15, 2025
     | 202 views

    Every believer must understand that we are not fighting our battles alone. Heaven is fully aware of the challenges we face, and God has assigned His armies—mighty angels, heavenly warriors, and chariots of fire—to fight on our behalf.

    THE ARMIES OF HEAVEN ARE HERE FIGHTING FOR ME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 6:16-17 (KJV) “And he answered, Fear not: for they that be with us are more than they that be with them. And Elisha prayed, and said, LORD, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see. And the LORD opened the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Guarding Your Destiny From The Enemy Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 18, 2025
     | 315 views

    Guarding your destiny is not automatic; it requires vigilance, spiritual discipline, and alignment with God’s will. When you guard your destiny, you secure your relevance, your inheritance, and your eternal reward.

    GUARDING YOUR DESTINY FROM THE ENEMY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:10 — “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    My Glory Shall Not Be Swallowed Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 18, 2025
     | 254 views

    Your glory is God’s gift for your distinction and fulfilment in life. Though the enemy may try to swallow it through battles, manipulations, or attacks, God has given the assurance that your glory shall not be swallowed.

    MY GLORY SHALL NOT BE SWALLOWED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Job 20:15 — “He hath swallowed down riches, and he shall vomit them up again: God shall cast them out of his belly.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1, Psalm 3:3, Jeremiah 30:16-17, John 10:10, Obadiah 1:17 INTRODUCTION: Glory ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Weapons Of Warfare Series

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Nov 18, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,223 views

    This message is intended to bring an awareness of the unseen war that’s all around us, and to reveal our weapons and equipment with which we can engage in spiritual battle and defend ourselves against our spiritual enemy.

    I’m not going to fight in the physical with physical weapons . . . I’m going to fight with spiritual weapons, cause it’s a spiritual fight. - Stephen Baldwin(1) If you attended Vacation Bible School as a child, then you may recall marching into the church building to the tune of “Onward, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tweets From God (Part 5: Jude) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Aug 29, 2021
     | 3,037 views

    If God had a Twitter account, what would he tweet? The Bible contains five short, one-chapter books. In the last one, Jude, God speaks to us about defending, developing, and distributing our faith.

    Tweets from God: Jude Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/12/2016 A few weeks ago I began a series I’m calling Tweets from God. What we’re doing is going through the five shortest books of the Bible. Each of these books is a single chapter and can be read in less than three ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church