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  • Jung Lee avatar

    The Two Paths: Eli's Sons And Samuel

    Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024
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     | 3,138 views

    we embark on a journey through the pages of 1 Samuel, where we'll see how different lives can teach us important lessons.

    "Good morning, beloved family in faith. Today, we embark on a journey through the pages of 1 Samuel, where we'll see how different lives can teach us important lessons. We'll delve into the perils of ignoring God's guidance, the blessings that come with faithful service, and what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visionary View: Journey Through Wonderland - Unveiling Hidden Treasures Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 21, 2023
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     | 2,291 views

    November 26, history beckons us to explore its corridors, where tales of wonder and archaeological marvels intertwine. Let us delve into the whimsical world of "Alice in Wonderland," published in 1865, and the awe-inspiring discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922.

    Title: "Visionary View: Journey through Wonderland - Unveiling Hidden Treasures" Introduction: Today is November 26, history beckons us to explore its corridors, where tales of wonder and archaeological marvels intertwine. As we embark on our visionary journey, let us delve into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus In Trouble?

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on Jan 3, 2022
     | 1,743 views

    Jesus's family are concerned about Him, but Jesus is doing something new with the whole concept.

    Preached: 6 June 2021 at Christ Church, Billericay Reading: Mark 3:20-35 Celebrity -------------- Jesus is already a celebrity. Here he is having healed a man who was mute, if you read the similar passage in Luke. News of these events travels fast, and people are curious. More than that, in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Backtrack To The Bible Series

    Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022
     | 2,159 views

    When dealing with perilous times brought on by a corrupt culture, the Apostle Paul knew the answer: it was to go back to godly living and the foundation of truth as found in the Word of God. This was his counsel to Timothy in II Timothy 3.

    Our culture has long been going in the wrong direction. We have made great progress in technology, but it has also been our undoing. Existentialism and Post-modernism have taught us to focus on ourselves and selfishly pursue our own desires despite the consequences. Instead of the church affecting ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mighty Men Of Valour

    Contributed by James Dina on Sep 29, 2022
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    Mighty men of valour came with a perfect heart to Hebron to make David king over all Israel; and all the rest also of Israel were of one heart to make David king. We need these kind of men in our lives. You can't fulfil destiny without your destiny helpers.

    MIGHTY MEN OF VALOUR "For at that time day by day there came to David to help him, until it was a great host, like the host of God" (1 Chronicles 12:22) David was a great king of Israel  He had several enemies, and God preserved him whithersoever he went (1 Chronicles 18:13). God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Are Believers To Have Boldness?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 21, 2025
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    Boldness is the willingness to act. Having confidence and courage.

    Why Are Believers to Have Boldness? Acts 4:23-31 Why is it that there are Christians of today that do not have more boldness than what they do? We shall start with a little bit of background information before we get to the main topic. In the first part of chapter three, Peter heals a crippled ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Guidepost Two – When Obedience Clashes With Culture Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025
     | 250 views

    Christians honor civil authority, but when obedience to people means disobedience to God, they obey Him with courage, humility, and unshakable joy.

    The council chamber in Jerusalem was tense. Leaders of the Sanhedrin gathered in a semicircle, their robes still and their eyes sharp. In the center stood a handful of Galilean fishermen who had been arrested for one reason: they would not stop speaking the name of Jesus. The high priest leaned ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Gratitude Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025
     | 340 views

    Spirit Filled people are grateful people.

    We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Feeding The Multitude PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,083 views

    Explore the themes of Christ's compassion, God's abundant provision, and the importance of demonstrating grace through action, as illustrated in the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand in Matthew 14:13-21.

    Good morning, church family! I love it when we gather here together, each of us eager to dive into God's word and see what divine wisdom we can glean from it for our lives. Today, we're going to take a look at a well-known passage from Matthew's Gospel that teaches us about Christ's compassion for ...read more

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    Religion Of Hypocrites Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 10, 2025
     | 491 views

    He called them blind guides (Matthew 23:16), snakes and brood of vipers (23:33). We are called to practice true godliness, sincere love, and enduring faith.

    Text: Matthew 23:23-32 Theme: Hypocrite Religion   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever!   Introduction: Today, we would meditate and understand what doesn’t mean hypocrisy, and how Pharisees and scribes were hypocrites, and where we stand in our spiritual life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Character Study Of David Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 22, 2025
     | 652 views

    David’s life was a mixture of great victories and serious failures, but his devotion to God remained constant. He was not perfect, but he was quick to repent and seek God’s mercy.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF DAVID – SECOND KING, MAN AFTER GOD’S HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 13:14 "But now your kingdom shall not continue. The Lord has sought for Himself a man after His own heart, and the Lord has commanded him to be commander over His people, because you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of The Samaritan Woman Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 1,088 views

    The Samaritan woman’s story is one of redemption and transformation. She moved from a sinful past to becoming a bold witness for Christ. Her life teaches that no one is too lost for Jesus to save, and that a true encounter with Him leads to a transformed life and a desire to share the gospel.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF THE SAMARITAN WOMAN – WOMAN AT THE WELL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 4:1-30 "But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him will never be thirsty again. The water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life." – ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Two Trees: From Curiosity To The Cross

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 4, 2026
     | 70 views

    Jesus called Zacchaeus to come down from a tree, while God called Jesus up onto His.

    1. “Climbing to See.” Several years ago, during a crowded Fourth of July parade, a small boy couldn’t see over the adults lining the street. Fire trucks passed. Veterans marched. Flags waved. But all he could see were backs and shoulders. Finally, he climbed a tree along the sidewalk. From that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Strategies For Victory Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 6, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 646 views

    God’s ways may not make sense to human reasoning, but they are always sure paths to victory when obeyed completely.

    DIVINE STRATEGIES FOR VICTORY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 6:1-5 Key Verse: “And the Lord said unto Joshua, See, I have given into thine hand Jericho, and the king thereof, and the mighty men of valour.” (Joshua 6:2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 55:8-9; 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    All Things Are Possible With God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,857 views

    This sermon's main point is to explore and understand the unlimited power of God, the hope in Christ's promises, and the importance of living in faith and trust, as encapsulated in Mark 10:27.

    Good morning, family. We're diving into God's Word this morning, exploring a vital passage in the Gospel of Mark that cuts right to the heart of our faith. "Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God'" (Mark 10:27). Imagine that, ...read more

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