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  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    Overcoming The World (Pastor Jose Jr)

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 4,272 views

    There is a desperate need to let go of the World so that it no longer has influence over our lives.

    Overcoming: The World 1 John 2:15 Don’t love the world, neither the things that are in the world. If anyone loves the world, the Father’s love isn’t in him. 2:16: For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, isn’t the Father’s, but is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Church And Its Call Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Vivek Gundimi on Jul 31, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,747 views

    What is the call of the universal Church?

    The Church and Its Call (Matthew 16:21-28) Introduction: We live at a time where the whole world is in a revolution. Nations are in debt, and with every terrorist attack there is more evidence that the world is moving from civilization into chaos! But the core question this morning is: Can the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Choices: Purpose Or Popularity Series

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 3, 2018
     | 7,568 views

    Will we choose purpose over popularity. The answer makes all the difference in the world.

    Who are we? Basically, we are the sum total of all the choices we’ve made in our lives up until this point. Granted, when we were children, there were choices made on our behalf, but since we’ve become adults we have to own our choices. Who do we want to be tomorrow? The answer to that question is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Faith, Building

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 31, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,046 views

    "… present … your members as instruments of righteousness to God" (Romans 6:13).

    Faith, Building Building on the Atonement "… present … your members as instruments of righteousness to God" (Romans 6:13). I cannot save and sanctify myself; I cannot make atonement for sin; I cannot redeem the world; I cannot right what is wrong, purify what is impure, or make holy what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Great Adventure

    Contributed by Will Langford on Mar 16, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,484 views

    The church’s mission is a great adventure. What must we focus on in order to be faithful to this calling?

    The Great Adventure Acts 13:4-52 Sometimes people are of the impression that the Christian life is really a life • Of peace and simplicity. • A life of rest and tranquility. And truthfully, that is what some people are looking for. Peter Beck story from Baptist Press News. He told of an old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The First Message Of Paul Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 1, 2013
     | 6,944 views

    IN THIS PASSAGE WE FIND PAUL AND BARNABAS WITH THEIR FIRST OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS THE COMMUNITY THEIR IN CYPRUS. PAUL AND BARNABAS ENTER THE SYNAGOGUE AND AWAIT THE RIGHT OPPORTUNITY. AFTER THE READING OF THE OLD TESTAMENT SCRIPTURES, THEY ARE ASKED IF

    THE FIRST MESSAGE OF PAUL Acts 13:13-43 From Paphos, Paul and his companions sailed to Perga in Pamphylia, where John left them to return to Jerusalem. 14 From Perga they went on to Pisidian Antioch. On the Sabbath they entered the synagogue and sat down. 15 After the reading from the Law and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rooted - Introduction Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 28, 2017
     | 8,670 views

    First message in the series on being Rooted. This message goes over the bad grounds.

    Title: Being Rooted Theme: Text: Mark 4:1 - 13 Introduction And again He began to teach by the sea. And a great multitude was gathered to Him, so that He got into a boat and sat in it on the sea; and the whole multitude was on the land facing the sea. (Mark 4:1) Then He taught them many things by ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    What Will We Be In 2003? Series

    Contributed by Jim Black on Jan 2, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,442 views

    At the outset of a new year it is helpful to be reminded of who we are as God’s church and what we are to be about doing. This introduction to the book of Ephesians provides just such a reminder!

     What Will We Be in 2003? Ps. 90:12; intro to Ephesians Focus: At the beginning of a new year, we must be reminded of our purpose as a church to not become distracted- much of what Paul does to encourage the church in Ephesians. Function: To encourage the Washington St. church as Paul does ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Walk On Water

    Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,958 views

    Anything effective that we are going to do in God is like walking on water … anything of eternal significance. God gives God sized assignments. An effective ministry takes place above and beyond our natural ability

    HOW TO WALK ON WATER Matt 14:22-33 Anything effective that we are going to do in God is like walking on water … anything of eternal significance. God gives God sized assignments. An effective ministry takes place above and beyond our natural ability. SIX LESSONS ON HOW TO WALK ON WATER Lesson ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Clueless Clod - Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Feb 26, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,417 views

    Looking at some of the character flawed personalities that surrounded Jesus in his last days.

    Matthew 16:21-23 “From then on, Jesus began telling His disciples what would happen to Him. He said, ‘I must go to Jerusalem. There the nation’s leaders, the chief priests, and the teachers of the Law of Moses will make me suffer terribly. I will be killed, but three days later I will rise to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lola Olanrewaju avatar

    Don’t Stop There!

    Contributed by Lola Olanrewaju on Jan 22, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,581 views

    Some are about to give up because they have prayed and fasted for months and there is still no solution to their problem .Don’t stop there , God is in the process of making things work out for you , you just need to be patient and keep the fire on.

    I recently read a quote by Winston Churchill which says: “You will never reach your destination if you stop and throw stone at every dog that barks.” “Dogs that barks” could mean: * People saying stuff about you * Distraction of any sort * People discouraging you * People calling you names ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You Fighting The Right Battles? By Pastor Joseph Ondu

    Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Jul 24, 2025
     | 411 views

    But the question is: “Are you fighting the right battles?” Many believers are exhausted not because they lack strength, but because they are spending their strength fighting the wrong battles.

    Are You Fighting the Right Battles? Introduction Life is full of battles: In families At workplaces In our minds In churches In our communities But the question is: “Are you fighting the right battles?” Many believers are exhausted not because they lack strength, but because they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Keeping Your Eyes On Jesus

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 15, 2025
     | 552 views

    This message emphasises the necessity of fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ as the source of faith, strength, and victory in life’s journey.

    KEEPING YOUR EYES ON JESUS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Key Verse: “Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” (Hebrews 12:2, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    How To Respond To Jesus’ End Times’ Teaching Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 12, 2020
     | 4,194 views

    After sharing His teaching about the end times in chapter 24, Jesus shares what we should do with that knowledge. What does He say?

    WHAT DO I DO WITH THIS END TIMES' KNOWLEDGE JESUS JUST GAVE? Guess when? Study endlessly? Or be ready? - Matthew 24:36; Matthew 25:1-13. - Most of chapter 24 was Jesus answering His disciples’ question about the end times. We will go back and discuss the specifics of that in upcoming ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Beasts And Angels Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,094 views

    In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels.

    Beasts and Angels Scripture: Mark 1:12-15 Introduction: In the desert of our souls, we encounter both beasts and angels. Reflection In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of solitude akin to the desert experience of Jesus can feel like an impossible task. Yet, amidst the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other