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  • God Of All Flesh Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 352 views

    Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every living being, situation, and circumstance.

    GOD OF ALL FLESH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 32:27 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:14, Luke 1:37, Matthew 19:26, Job 42:2, Romans 4:17-21 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, God continually reveals Himself as the God of all flesh—a title that affirms His supreme authority over every ...read more

  • When God Uses The Rejected Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 230 views

    The story of the lepers teaches us that no one is too broken, too rejected, or too far gone to be used by God. Divine purpose is not confined by human labels or limitations.

    WHEN GOD USES THE REJECTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 7:3-11 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 1:27-29; Judges 6:14-16; Isaiah 61:1-3; Psalm 118:22; Acts 4:13 INTRODUCTION: This portion of 2 Kings 7 introduces us to four leprous men—men rejected by society, dwelling at the entrance ...read more

  • God's Help (Ezra 6)

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 1, 2025
     | 78 views

    How does God help us do His work despite obstacles?

    Do we persevere in finishing God’s work, trusting Him to help us, trusting His perfect timing? Let’s look at Ezra 6. What was the decree that allowed rebuilding God’s house without further hindrance? Can God use even worldly minded government leaders to do His will? Then Darius the king made a ...read more

  • Breaking Barriers Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,011 views

    This sermon will explore the theme of unity and reconciliation between divided groups, using the conflict between Jews and Gentiles in the New Testament as a reference, and emphasizing the role of Jesus as the ultimate bridge builder.

    Welcome church, I am so excited that you have come to worship with us today. Over the last few weeks we have been exploring our series called Bridge Builders. Using the bible as our blueprint and opening our spiritual toolbox to see that we have the right tools, we now look to the next step in our ...read more

  • Mary's Christmas, Merry Christmas !

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Dec 11, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 47,748 views

    Lessons of tough faith from Mary that gives us a merry Christmas in a tough world

    Dec. 2002 Grace International Baptist Church Text: Luke 1:26-38 26In the sixth month, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, 27to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. 28The angel went to her and said, ...read more

  • Jesus Is Alive – True Or False?

    Contributed by Lee Strobel on Sep 26, 2004
    based on 188 ratings
     | 22,416 views

    What is the evidence that confirms what Easter is all about?

    Jesus is Alive – True or False? By Lee Strobel Who would you guess is the most successful defense attorney in the world? F. Lee Bailey? Well, he’s fallen on hard times. Johnnie Cochran? Let’s check an authoritative source on this: the Guiness Book of World Records. This is what it says on Page ...read more

  • Evolution Vs. Creation: The Great Debate

    Contributed by Randy Croft on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 406 ratings
     | 36,861 views

    Some quotes and information showing the credibility of biblical creation

    *Note...after years of further research and study, I am now in firmly in the camp that embraces Historic Christianity and theistic evolution. It is backed by the very best research and is, in my current understanding, most credible in following the truths of science and ...read more

  • The Helmet Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 25, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 24,514 views

    62nd in a series from Ephesians. The helmet of salvation is the assurance that Jesus will carry our salvation to its full and complete fulfillment.

    I’m sure that many of you have probably heard or read something similar to this, but when I ran across it again this week, it seemed to be an appropriate introduction to this morning’s message. I’ve edited it a bit for time, but I think you’ll get the idea: TO ALL THE KIDS WHO SURVIVED THE 1930’s ...read more

  • Slaying Your Giants

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,526 views

    We all have our giants and sometimes they seem hard to slay, but we must stand strong.

    “Slaying Your Giants” Introduction: Dr. Howard, from Australia was a man that preached very strongly on the subject of sin. After the service, a member of the church came to counsel with him in his office. "Dr. Howard," he said, "we don’t want you to talk as openly as you do about man’s guilt and ...read more

  • All I Need To Know Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 20,221 views

    Seventh in a series from Ephesians. What God wants me to know affects how i live my life.

    In 1989, Robert Fulghum wrote his best-selling book, All I Really need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. In that book, he made some astute observations about many of the timeless bits of knowledge we picked up in the early years of our lives. Among the things we learned: • Share everything. ...read more

  • Cycles Of Disobedience

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,085 views

    A look at the period of the Judges

    Today, we are going to look at several hundred years of tragedy. It is found recorded for us in the book of Judges. turn with me to Judges 2. If you are using one of the bibles in the seat racks, it is on page _____. Today we pick back up in our journey through the Old Testament. We learned ...read more

  • The Rejected Stone Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 53,617 views

    Uncovering four foundational truths about the character of God in Jesus' Parable of the Tenants and a corresponding personal lesson we can apply to our lives.

    INTRODUCTION The title of this message carries a double meaning. We’re going to learn that Jesus was not only the rejected SON; He was also the rejected STONE. A guy who was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he ...read more

  • And Be Thankful

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 11, 2014
     | 13,603 views

    Christians are to be thankful. The message is encouragement from the Apostle to the Gentiles to remember to exhibit gratitude.

    “And be thankful.” [1] Only three English words comprise our text; but the text is assuredly appropriate on this Sunday before our national Day of Thanksgiving. It serves to remind us of one of the essential characteristics marking the person who knows the Living God. I have often ...read more

  • What Is Repentance?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 12, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,958 views

    In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and living a life of Righteousness

    Scripture: Matthew 4: 12 - 23 Theme: Repentance In this passage Jesus teaches us about Repentance - Repentance involves 1. Revelation and Realization 2. Redemption and Renewal 3. Reorientation and Righteousness INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from His Son Jesus Christ ...read more

  • Magnify The Cross Of Jesus Christ! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 28, 2022
     | 2,535 views

    Magnify the cross of Jesus Christ... 1. Because it was God's perfect plan. 2. Because it confirms God's prophecies. 3. Because it is the greatest proof of God's love. 4. Because it is the source of our greatest peace.

    Magnify the Cross of Jesus Christ! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 20:17-19; Mark 10:32-34; Luke 18:31-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared November 28, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 20:17. In this verse of Scripture, Jesus has started His trip to Jerusalem to die on the ...read more