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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Won't You Be A Neighbor? Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 14, 2019
     | 4,246 views

    BEING a neighbor is the means to fulfilling the greatest commandment.

    1. No Neighbors: There is a true story about a 28 year old woman who had just got off from work a little after 3:00 a.m. She drove home, parked her car and began to walk down the sidewalk and across the street to her house. About 30 feet from her door she noticed a man standing in the shadows. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Mercy Of God

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 31, 2024
     | 2,066 views

    Isaiah shares the greatness of God, the wrath of God, the Power and wisdom of God, and the mercy of God.

    The Mercy of God Isaiah 40:21-31 1. Isaiah begins the text by claiming the greatness of God. • It appears someone or some folks doubt the greatness of God • Have you not known? Have you not heard? Isaiah can’t believe that anyone could doubt the greatness of God when they see the glory of God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    No One Left Behind.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 12, 2020
     | 2,905 views

    We should do all that we can to offer Christ to all people.

    Today I’m going to quote from the “Message” written by Eugene Peterson. The Message is a personal paraphrase of the Bible in English by Pastor Peterson from the original languages. There were 20 Translation Consultants. Pastor Peterson said this is what he did all the time he was a Pastor and ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    We Are One In The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 9, 2021
     | 3,253 views

    A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year B, Lectionary 18

    August 8, 2021 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Ephesians 4:1-16 We Are One in the Spirit Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. In the 1960’s, Father Peter Scholtes was a parish priest on the south side of Chicago. As one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "the Shepherd’s Voice: A Call To Faith And Belonging"

    Contributed by Mark Zorn on Sep 16, 2025
     | 136 views

    We see a picture of Jesus as both the provider of eternal security and the voice we are called to follow. But how do we hear this voice? How do we discern it amid the noise of life?

    Introduction Good morning, beloved. Today’s Scripture is a profound reminder of Jesus’ intimate connection with us as our Shepherd. In John 10:22-30, we see a picture of Jesus as both the provider of eternal security and the voice we are called to follow. But how do we hear this voice? How do we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It Takes Two Wings To Fly Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 29, 2025
     | 212 views

    Your works are empty without faith.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. It takes two wings to fly. Faith and human effort/prayer and programs/power of God and practical method. 2. Only faith in Christ saves us. “Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved” (Acts 16:31). a. Faith turns to God from idols. (I Thess. 1:9), which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Opens Unusual Doors

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 8, 2025
     | 290 views

    God alone has the authority to open doors that defy human logic, limitations, opposition, and closed systems.

    THE GOD WHO OPENS UNUSUAL DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:7-8 Key Verse: “These things saith he that is holy, he that is true… behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.” — Revelation 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:1-3; 1 Corinthians 16:9; Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    There Is A God In Heaven

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 9, 2025
     | 769 views

    Daniel’s declaration, “There is a God in Heaven”, remains a powerful truth today. No matter how impossible the situation, God still reigns, reveals secrets, and delivers His people. Like Daniel, we must trust God, pray fervently, and boldly declare His power to the world.

    THERE IS A GOD IN HEAVEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 2:10-28 Supporting Texts: Psalm 115:3, Isaiah 46:9-10, Jeremiah 32:27, Matthew 19:26 INTRODUCTION The phrase "There is a God in Heaven" was spoken by Daniel in a time of crisis when King Nebuchadnezzar had issued a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Transforms

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 417 views

    Transformation is at the heart of the gospel. Jesus does not only save; He changes lives completely. When a person encounters Jesus, they are never the same again. He takes the broken, the lost, and the weak and turns them into vessels of honour.

    JESUS TRANSFORMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." – Romans 12:2 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ezekiel 36:26, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Blesses

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 429 views

    In this sermon, we will examine five key ways in which Jesus blesses: He blesses us spiritually, financially, with divine favour, with protection, and with eternal rewards.

    JESUS BLESSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "The blessing of the Lord, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it." – Proverbs 10:22 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-13, Matthew 5:3-12, Psalm 23:1-6, Ephesians 1:3, 2 Corinthians 9:8 INTRODUCTION: From the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Reaching The Unreached People Groups Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 681 views

    The call to reach the unreached is not optional; it is a divine mandate. Every believer has a role to play in fulfilling the Great Commission. Whether through personal evangelism, prayer, financial support, or mission work, we must be intentional about spreading the gospel.

    REACHING THE UNREACHED PEOPLE GROUPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Matthew 24:14 "And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come." Supporting Texts: Romans 10:13-15, Revelation 7:9, Acts 1:8, Mark ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Hand Of God That Ends Struggles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 17, 2025
     | 168 views

    This sermon highlights God’s mighty hand that intervenes supernaturally to terminate every form of struggle, opposition, and hardship in the lives of His children.

    THE HAND OF GOD THAT ENDS STRUGGLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:13-16 Key Verse: “The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.” (Exodus 14:14) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10; Psalm 46:1-3; Romans 8:31; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10; Deuteronomy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of A Good Beginning Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 2, 2026
     | 392 views

    Understanding that the way you start determines the trajectory of your life, your year, and every assignment God has for you.

    THE POWER OF A GOOD BEGINNING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 1:1 Key Verse: “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” (Genesis 1:1) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:6; Ecclesiastes 3:1; Isaiah 43:19; Joshua 1:8; Psalm 90:17 INTRODUCTION A strong beginning sets the tone ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of Persistence For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 8, 2026
     | 123 views

    This sermon reveals how steadfast persistence positions believers to experience God’s promised harvest and a greater tomorrow.

    THE POWER OF PERSISTENCE FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:9 Key Verse: “And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.” — Galatians 6:9 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Hebrews 10:36; Luke 18:1-8; James 1:12; Proverbs 24:16; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Activating Supernatural Favour For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 8, 2026
     | 117 views

    This sermon reveals how God’s supernatural favour can be activated to open doors, accelerate progress, and secure a greater tomorrow.

    ACTIVATING SUPERNATURAL FAVOUR FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 5:12 Key Verse: “For thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt thou compass him as with a shield.” — Psalm 5:12 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:3-4; Genesis 39:21; Luke 2:52; Esther ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God