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  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    His Eyes Is On The Sparrow - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Feb 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,977 views

    Do not be troubled because we have the King of kings on our side!

    REF NO: 027 COLUMNIST: Rudolf Nii Yemoh Mensah, Prelate, Oasis Potterlight Chapel International BIBLE PASSAGE: The Lord will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. Psalm 121:7-8 BACKGROUND: Throughout life, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Overcoming Opposition Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 25, 2022
     | 4,649 views

    There was a spirit of renewal and revival. Worship was renewed and sacrifices were made. But opposition lurked around the corner. When God’s people are doing God’s work opposition comes.

    How do you respond to opposition? What if someone is doing everything they can to sabotage your work for the Lord? When you can face and overcome opposition by depending on God’s strength you will ultimately accomplish great things. Does taking a stand for Christ necessarily mean that you will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Experiencing Successful Ministry In Difficult Times

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 24, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,329 views

    It has been said, “God didn’t call us to be successful, he called us to be faithful.” Yet in John 15, Jesus speaks of examination, inspection, and fruitfulness. He speaks of bearing fruit, more fruit, and much fruit that God maybe glorified.

    What is success? General view of success is defined as fulfilling your role in ministry. It is trusting that your employer has placed you in a position where can achieve the God-given goals for your life, and you work faithfully toward completing those individual duties as effectively as possible ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Go! And Be Strong And Courageous - Joshua 1:9 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2025
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     | 814 views

    God-given courage is courage rooted in the promises of God. Courage that stands not because we are strong, but because He is with us.

    Go! And Be Strong and Courageous - Joshua 1:9 (NLT) INTRODUCTION: I want to talk to you today about courage. But not the kind of courage the world talks about — self-reliance, bravado, or pretending all is well. No, I want to talk about God-given courage. Courage rooted in the promises of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Slaying The Giant Of Fear Series

    Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Sep 24, 2024
     | 782 views

    Fear is a giant that every believer will face, but as overcomers, we are called to face our giants, knowing that through God's strength, we can triumph. David confronted his fears and defeated Goliath, learning how we, too, can slay the giant of fear in our lives.

    Slaying the Giant of Fear! 1Samuel 17:1-11 Introduction: Israel had Giant Problems! Giant of Fear – Goliath! Scene of Fear: Valley of Elah - Much like a large canyon or basin - opening was about a mile in width… in each end of the canyon or valley were high sloping hillsides about a half-mile ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Commitment To Finish The Race Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
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    The Christian journey and ministry demand steadfast devotion, perseverance, and focus on the goal of finishing the race faithfully and joyfully before God.

    COMMITMENT TO FINISH THE RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 20:22-24 Key Verse: “Neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy.” (Acts 20:24) Supporting Texts: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:13-14, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Don't Speak Against PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 630 views

    This sermon explores how to embody humility, honor others, and heed God's guidance in our speech, as instructed in the book of James.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to seek wisdom from the Word of God. We are here to draw from the life-giving fountain of Scripture, to drink deeply of its truths, and to let its life-transforming power wash over us. We stand on the precipice of a new ...read more

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    After Christmas Mourning

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Feb 9, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,988 views

    An expostion of David’s time of discourgement in the cave of Adullam from Psalm 142.

    After Christmas Mourning…Psalm 142 Pastor Jeff Williams 12-26-04 After Christmas Mounring…. Yesterday started earlier than I would have liked. Our two wide-eyed dreamers got up before sunrise to see what was under the tree. Maxine and I stumbled out of bed and tried to corral Josh and Austin ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Jones avatar

    The Sons Of Fresh Oil Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on May 15, 2005
    based on 74 ratings
     | 24,618 views

    the prophetic proclamation of Zechariah to Zerubbabel and Joshua, "Not by might nor by power, but by My Spirit says the Lord of Hosts." Note: this sermon is broken into three installments above-may be preached as a series.

    The Lord Remembers: Perpetual Power for God’s People Zechariah 4:1-14, Acts 1:8 Essence of the Lesson: The Holy Spirit is the perpetual power source for God’s People, and enables them to conquer insurmountable obstacles! One New Year’s Day, in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Larry Sarver avatar

    Is Bigger Really Better? Series

    Contributed by Larry Sarver on May 9, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 15,524 views

    An Expository Message On How God Works Mightily Through Small Things.

    Luke Series #65 May 19, 2002 Title: Is Bigger Really Better? Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Introduction: Welcome to New life in Christ. I believe that the Word of God is vital to developing and equipping healthy Christians and a healthy church. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Terry Owens avatar

    God And The Church Series

    Contributed by Terry Owens on May 28, 2003
    based on 13 ratings
     | 5,084 views

    Experience the joy of coming to the House of God with this message on God and the Church.

    This we believe part 1 Galatians 1:6-9 How many this morning wants to experience what is laid up for you in heaven? If we want to walk in all the fullness that God has for us then it’s important that we understand what the scriptures say. If we don’t have a basis for our faith then we can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • David Yarbrough avatar

    "Meeting God In Depression”

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Oct 15, 2001
    based on 238 ratings
     | 20,395 views

    Depression strikes about 10 million Americans within any six- month period. Some of the most Godly people in the Bible and in Christian history struggled with depression.

    Intro: Researchers at Columbia University conducted the study with 199 women at an in vitro fertilization clinic in Korea. Unknown to the patients and their doctors, groups of strangers from the US, Canada, and Australia were asked to pray for their success in getting pregnant. Pictures of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Of All The Options For A Sign, Why Did God Choose Circumcision?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 23, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 45,085 views

    God could have had Abraham put a tattoo on his arm or any one of a thousand other signs, but instead He chose the sign of circumcision? Why in the world? And, beyond that, what relevance does that have for Christians today?

    OF ALL THE POSSIBLE OPTIONS FOR A SIGN TO THE ISRAELITES, WHY DID GOD CHOOSE CIRCUMCISION? The promise was a miraculous physical child that would be the father to a physical people, so the sign had to do with sex. - Genesis 17:4-13. - Notice in these verses all the physical signs: - v. 4 – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin L. Jones avatar

    Who Will Believe Our Report?

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Feb 2, 2014
    based on 11 ratings
     | 99,566 views

    A sermon examining the importance of sharing the gospel.

    “Who Will Believe Our Report?” Isaiah 53:1 v1 Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the Lord been revealed? There is an interesting contrast in my home. My daughter is in college and has to write reports and essays for various classes. When preparing for such an assignment ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Will Be Worth It All!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 4, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 29,198 views

    God helped Moses overcome obstacles that he would never have been able to conquer alone. And I am convinced that God will do the same for us too, if we will just let Him.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you ever seen any counterfeit money? A few years ago some counterfeiters were producing $50 & $100 bills of such superior quality that most banks accepted them at first as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ