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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Victory In The Valley – Confronting The Giants Of Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 649 views

    Every believer will face giants. Some will be giants of fear, failure, delay, sin, or public opposition. But like David, we must run into the valley with confidence in the God who fights for us.

    VICTORY IN THE VALLEY – CONFRONTING THE GIANTS OF LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 17:1-58 Supporting Texts: Psalm 27:1-3, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Romans 8:37, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 6:10-13 INTRODUCTION: Every believer will face a valley where a giant stands tall—defying faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Damien Spikereit avatar

    Is There No God? Series

    Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 169 ratings
     | 17,994 views

    God wants us to turn to him in everything.

    - I love the true story of a small town in Kentucky which had two churches and a bar owned by a devout and well known atheist. It seems that one night the people from the two churches called a special prayer meeting and spent the whole night praying that the bar would close down. Well, lo and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Defeating Your Enemies Series

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,551 views

    David defeating Goliath is a uiversal lesson that teaches all of us how to defeat our worst enemies - Satan, sin, and self.

    Defeating your Enemies INTRODUCTION Most great heroes are defined by the enemies that they defeat. Just listen to the name of these heroes and see if their enemies do not come readily to mind: Batman (Joker, Penguin, Riddler); Superman (Lex Luthor); Flash Gordon (Ming the Merciless). The list ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Cosmic Declaration

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 24, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,984 views

    The individual decisions of Psalm 1, brought up a notch to the corporate level in Psalm 2.

    A COSMIC DECLARATION. Psalm 2. At some point in history, Psalms 1 and 2 were lumped together as one single Psalm. This gives us a hint concerning the unity of the Book of Psalms. In fact, if we step back from disputes concerning human authorship, we will find the whole Bible to be the coherent ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dan Appel avatar

    Is There A God Series

    Contributed by Dan Appel on Feb 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,536 views

    Good reasons to believe in God.

    1. Introduction a. This week begin in earnest an adventure that will take us through the next 8 weeks. b. Focus on some of the really Big Questions people are asking today as they try to determine the best ways to live their lives. c. We believe that the Church should be helping people find ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    This Is God’s Will

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 13, 2012
     | 26,677 views

    The message explores the area of sanctification, expected of all who name the Name of Christ.

    “Finally, then, brothers, we ask and urge you in the Lord Jesus, that as you received from us how you ought to walk and to please God, just as you are doing, that you do so more and more. For you know what instructions we gave you through the Lord Jesus. For this is the will of God, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kyle Sullivan avatar

    God Is God! Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 6,816 views

    How were the Jews the chosen people of God?

    Setting: Romans 9 comes off the highest of highs to now the lowest of lows. Vs. 3 “For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, those of my own race, the people of Israel.” (NIV) Question: How were the Jews the chosen people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is God Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 8, 2013
     | 16,487 views

    To live a life of thankfulness we must have a foundation of the reasons for our thankfulness... the first is that God is God!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: November 1, 2013 Date Preached: November 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building a Foundation for a Thankful Life Sermon Title: The 1st Piling – God is God Sermon Text: Isaiah 40:25-31 [HCSB] Essence of the Text: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    God Or Gods

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jul 25, 2024
     | 1,129 views

    How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate.

    How many believe there is only one God? Is it possible there are more than one god? Let us investigate. Dictionary.com defines god (lowercase ‘g’) as: Noun 1. one of several deities, especially a male deity, presiding over some portion of worldly affairs. 2. an image of a deity; an idol. 3. any ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Divine Helpers In Times Of Crisis Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 10, 2025
     | 594 views

    Life is filled with moments of crisis—challenges that seem insurmountable, situations that defy human wisdom, and battles that are beyond our strength. In such times, divine helpers play a crucial role in providing support, guidance, and solutions.

    DIVINE HELPERS IN TIMES OF CRISIS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 2:17-19 "Then Daniel went to his house, and made the thing known to Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, his companions: That they would desire mercies of the God of heaven concerning this secret; that Daniel and his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Relating To Jesus Outside Religion Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 22, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,639 views

    Helping ourselves and others relate to Jesus not as one who started a new religion… nor who can be known merely through religious tradition… but who defies religious confines… and who seeks relationship.

    Intro – One of the more interesting dynamics in my own process of having ‘holy conversation’ is when someone asks what I do. When they discover I’m a pastor… I’ve seen all sorts of things go off. Discomfort with their behavior, discomfort with what they then expect from me, or even just ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Picky Picky Belief Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 14, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,805 views

    The religious leaders were selective about which laws to follow and which ones to ignore or defy. We are too. The point of this is to expose our own double-standards and lead us to show mercy to others.

    John 19:31-37 – Picky Picky Belief Tonight, in our last message of The Life of Jesus before Resurrection Day, I’d like to point out an interesting characteristic about the religious leaders that really bears hearing. Just to let you know: likely something I say tonight might make you angry. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Remember Lot's Wife PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,451 views

    Explore the meaning behind Luke 17:32, emphasizing the importance of letting go of the past and aligning with God's plan for our future.

    Good morning, Church. It’s a blessing to stand before you today as we delve into the Word of God, specifically in the book of Luke, chapter 17, verse 32, where Jesus prophetically admonishes us to, "Remember Lot's wife." This three-word sentence speaks volumes and today, we will unpack what it ...read more

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  • Keith Crouch avatar

    Doing The Work Of An Evangelist Series

    Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 10, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,012 views

    This is the first in a messages aimed at encouraging individuals as well as our church body to commit themselves to personal evangelism.

    Doing the Work of an Evangelist II Timothy 4:1-5 I. True Evangelism Reminds People of the Character of God A. The Reminder that God Created and Owns Everything 1. God was in the beginning of the physical creation “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” – Gen. 1:1 2. As creator ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. avatar

    God’s Kingdom Economy Series

    Contributed by Apostle Dr. Ruben L. Broadnax Jr. on Oct 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,709 views

    "This sermon introduces God's Kingdom economy, contrasting worldly financial systems with Kingdom principles. It emphasizes financial victory through alignment with God’s Word and explores how Kingdom living leads to freedom and provision."

    In a world dominated by financial stress, economic uncertainty, and the unending pursuit of more, God's people are invited to embrace a different reality—God’s Kingdom economy, which operates on principles that are higher and more stable than the world's systems. Jesus makes this clear when ...read more

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