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  • Ezekiel Ette avatar

    Keeping New Year Resolutions

    Contributed by Ezekiel Ette on Jan 7, 2018
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     | 13,037 views

    When life is not going the way you want, it is human nature to review and promise oneself to redouble effort and do better. Here lies the root of the New Year resolution.

    A New You in a New Year: How to Keep New Year Resolutions Mark 1 : 4 – 11 Welcome to a New Year and welcome to the first Sunday in the New Year. In the church Calendar, it is the Baptism of the Lord and the Epiphany. Today we celebrate with the Church universal the giving of the Christ child and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Never Quench The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 12, 2018
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     | 7,985 views

    The Holy Spirit is our Guide today and we must be open to His direction. When we try to go our own way we quench His efforts.

    1. 1 Thessalonians 5.16-24 16 Rejoice always, 17 pray without ceasing, 18 give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19 Do not quench the Spirit. 20 Do not despise prophecies, 21 but test everything; hold fast what is good. 22 Abstain from every form of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding God In Our Lives SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 926 views

    The pursuit of God is based on a decision and motivated by a firm conviction. Reaching this level requires an effort that few are motivated to take. Here is a reflection on what Isaiah speaks about this.

    The search for God is a decision motivated by a strong conviction. It requires effort that few are willing to make. In this reflection, we will explore what Isaiah says about seeking God. Isaiah 55:6-7 (NIV) "Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake ...read more

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    Rudderless On The Atlantic Theatre

    Contributed by Oladayo Oladosu on Feb 3, 2020
     | 2,227 views

    Government has a way to either positively or negatively influence their nation. However, there is no comfort is born without hidden effort, there are no shortcuts to these systemic leadership failures except to turn to God.

    Therefore, I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men. 1 Timothy 2:1 History has revealed that, there are different types of government. Examples include: revolutionary, monarchical, republican, aristocratic, autocratic, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Yourself & God In The Burning Light Of Divine Pronouncement Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2023
     | 1,072 views

    Have you ever heard of someone trying to “find himself or herself”? They might quit their job and travel the world in an effort to figure out their core values and their purpose on earth...

    Have you ever heard of someone trying to “find himself or herself”? They might quit their job and travel the world in an effort to figure out their core values and their purpose on earth. As we continue the sermon series “Moses: Made for More” we’ll see how the burning bush incident sheds light on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022
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    Justification by Faith is the base of Christianity. Man could not reach God with his morality, offerings and efforts. So Justification is done through faith. Whoever believes in God is justified.

    Romans 3:21-31, Justification by Faith Introduction: Justification by Faith is the base of Christianity. Man could not reach God with his morality, offerings and efforts. So Justification is done through faith. Whoever believes in God is justified. Romans 3:21-24 Invaluable Justice The ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Relevance Of Wonders

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 23, 2022
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     | 2,951 views

    Many churches are asking why they are not growing and why their outreach efforts seem so ineffective. Evangelism is most effective when the proclamation of the gospel is accompanied by a demonstration of signs and wonders.

    Ministry and evangelism can be difficult in a country like America that holds a western worldview. The reason why is because people’s skepticism and unbelief concerning “the unseen” and “the miraculous” can limit church growth. God has bestowed on His people authority and power to see souls saved ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mustard Seed And The Yeast Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 18, 2020
     | 7,319 views

    The parables of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast encourage Kingdom members to expect growth and an abundant response to the Gospel, irrespective of, what may seem like, an insignificant beginning or effort.

    Message Matthew 13:31-33 “The Mustard Seed and the Yeast” Today our parable focus is on the parable of the mustard seed and the parable of the yeast. The Mustard Seed Parable appears in Matthew Mark and Luke. The Yeast Parable only appears in Matthew and Luke. When you read the parables in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Steps In Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025
     | 1,576 views

    There are situations in life where human help becomes useless and efforts appear wasted. When Lazarus died, it was a hopeless situation. But when God stepped in, the story changed.

    WHEN GOD STEPS IN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:39-44 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1, Isaiah 43:2, Luke 7:11-16, Mark 4:35-41, Jeremiah 32:27 INTRODUCTION: There are situations in life where human help becomes useless and efforts appear wasted. When Lazarus died, it was a hopeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Formed PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,128 views

    Christian transformation is not about human effort but about the power of the Holy Spirit renewing our minds, leading us to live lives of devotion to God, and not conforming to the patterns of this world.

    Good morning, church family! I am so excited to be sharing God's word with you today, focusing on Romans 12:1-2. Oswald Chambers, a renowned Christian leader and theologian, once said, "Beware of harking back to what you once were when God wants you to be something you have never been." This is a ...read more

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    Backfiring Schemes Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,188 views

    What happens when everyone does the wrong thing? We find that in this chapter - and how God gets His way despite our best efforts to mess up!

    Do you ever find a situation where absolutely everybody does the wrong thing - and yet God still gets His way? That’s what we find in Genesis 27. Everyone - Isaac, Essau, Jacob, and Rebekah - all have plans they want hatched and so they go about trying to maneuver God’s blessing to their benefit. ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Pour Yourself Into Others!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 26, 2008
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     | 9,202 views

    Don’t give up on people. Try and try again. Your abilitiy,love, motivation, attitude, effort, commitment and passion can reach people if you try.

    POUR YOURSELF INTO OTHERS... GREAT IS THE YIELD OF A FERTILE FIELD... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a small pitcher and several varying size glasses. I pour what each vessel is capable of holding. On the night of Sep’t. 25, 2008 I dreamed a beautiful dream. I dreamed about ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When There Just Isn't Enough? Cold Stone Pots?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 19, 2008
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     | 6,317 views

    Sometimes our rituals and ceremonies can become cold stone pots.It is never enough. Then Jesus takes man’s efforts and rewards people with His presence!

    NOT ENOUGH, THERE JUST ISN’T ENOUGH --- COLD STONE WATER POTS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. INTRODUCTION: A. We walk in some perilous times. Trust God! Nothing will catch Him by surprise. B. There are many laws of nature. What goes up, must come down. If you sow today, don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Threefold Failure

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jul 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,703 views

    It is only when one realizes that all their own efforts have failed them in wining favor with God. Only then will one turn to the Lord in true repentance and ask for mercy.

    A THREEFOLD FAILURE Mark 10:17-27 The rich young ruler; a man with NO PEACE in his heart. A man who had failed to win favor with God His Religion had failed to give him peace with God His Riches had failed to give him peace in his heart His Righteousness had failed to give him peace of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up? Series

    Contributed by Keith Miller on Jul 6, 2006
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,410 views

    This sermon looks at Psalm 2 for the purpose of addressing the divinity, sovereignty, majesty, and kingship of Jesus Christ in an effort to show just how awesome Jesus Christ really is.

    Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up? Psalm 2 Introduction We have discussed the history of the Bible, we have looked at the role of women in the church, and last week we reflected on what Jesus actually said about Himself. I want to read one final quote from Dan Brown’s book then wrap this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist