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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    There Is A Stream Whose Runlets Gladden The City Of God

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 4, 2025
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    The key phrase in today’s Scriptures is from St. Paul. Writing to the church of Corinth, Paul lays out a rhetorical question, “Do you not know that you are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwells in you?”

    Sunday Celebration: Feast of Dedication of Lateran Basilica 2025 Today’s commemoration stems from a very happy time in human and Christian history. After enduring an on-and-off Roman persecution for three hundred years, the victorious emperor Constantine legalized the Christian religion, which at ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Old Gods, New Names: The Spirits Behind Post-Modern Idolatry

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Nov 12, 2025
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    Idolatry is not confined to the ancient past — it is humanity’s oldest and most persistent sin. Though the names and forms have changed, the same spirits remain.

    Brothers and sisters, idolatry is not a relic of the ancient world. It is the oldest sin in human history — and the most enduring. From Eden to Egypt, from Babylon to the boardroom, the human heart has always had a tendency to build altars to other gods. The names have changed, but the spirits ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Gold, Frankincense And Myrrh: A View Through The Song Of Songs

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2025
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    In this story of the visit of the three Magi, there are at least two references to the prophecies contained in the OT. Jesus, and all of the Christian story we see in the NT, is the fulfillment of the promises made over three thousand years and chronicled in the Hebrew Bible.

    Solemnity of the Epiphany 2026 Gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh are brought to Mary and Jesus, the newborn king of the Jews. Lots of ink has been poured out trying to help Christians understand the mystery of the Incarnation revealed in these costly presents. Most popularly, gold is a gift ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Transfiguration: A Preview Of Christ’s Glory (Matthew 17)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jan 6, 2026
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    Peter, James, and John, the” inner circle” of Jesus’ disciples, saw Christ in His Divine persona, with Moses and Elijah, “the Law and the Prophets” by His side, representing the whole of Scripture and a preview of His redemptive mission.

    Verses 1-13: J. Vernon McGee, teacher and author of the “Through the Bible” commentary, called the transfiguration of the Lord Jesus Christ a “miniature” portrait of the Kingdom of God, later confirmed by Simon Peter in his second letter to the churches (2 Peter 1: 16-18). Dr. W.A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Covering With Leaves To Covering By God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 6, 2026
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    This message contrasts human efforts to hide sin with God’s redemptive covering through grace and sacrifice.

    FROM COVERING WITH LEAVES TO COVERING BY GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 3:7-21 Key Verse: “Unto Adam also and to his wife did the LORD God make coats of skins, and clothed them.” (Genesis 3:21) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:10, Zechariah 3:3,-5, Romans 13:14, Hebrews 9:22, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cain And Abel: Acceptable And Rejected Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 7, 2026
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    This message reveals why God accepts some sacrifices and rejects others, focusing on the heart, obedience, and faith behind the offering.

    CAIN AND ABEL: ACCEPTABLE AND REJECTED SACRIFICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 4:1-16 Key Verse: “And the LORD had respect unto Abel and to his offering: but unto Cain and to his offering he had not respect.” (Genesis 4:4–5) Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:4, Proverbs 21:27, 1 Samuel ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    They That Wait

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 28, 2025
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    The seeds of comfort often take root in the soil of pain. When your life seems to be falling apart, wait on the Lord and God will strengthen you.

    Isaiah 40:28-31 “They That Wait” 6-29-2025 Isaiah 40:1 “Comfort ye, comfort ye my people,” saith your God. The book of Isaiah makes a dramatic shift at this point. Chapter 40 refers to the restoration after the Exile. Judah still had 100 years of trouble before Jerusalem would fall, then 70 years ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Of The Living Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
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    We serve the God of the living—a God who is active, powerful, and present. He breathes life where there is death, hope where there is despair, and revival where there is dryness. No situation is beyond His power to restore and revive.

    GOD OF THE LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 22:31-32 Supporting Texts: Luke 20:37-38, Romans 6:9-11, John 11:25-26, Hebrews 11:17-19, Exodus 3:6 INTRODUCTION: Many view God only in the context of ancient history or spiritual rituals, but the Scripture declares clearly that He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Signs That You Are Dishonouring Your Body Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 28, 2025
     | 209 views

    God expects us to honour Him with our bodies in purity, holiness, and self-control.

    SIGNS THAT YOU ARE DISHONOURING YOUR BODY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Galatians 5:19-21, Proverbs 6:27-29 INTRODUCTION: Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, created not just for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dedication Of Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
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    This sermon explores the divine purpose of Jesus' life, from His humble beginnings to His fulfillment of the Law, as revealed in Luke 2:22-40. Key

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to see your faces filled with the light of God, eager to hear His word and take it to heart. We gather here today, not as mere individuals, but as a family, bound together by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our Scripture today comes from ...read more

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    Never Alone: God Hears Your Call SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023
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    Explore Psalm 61 and discover that no matter how distant God may seem, He is always within earshot of your call. This sermon reassures us of God's constant presence and unwavering support.

    There was once a little boy who deeply missed his father, who was away on military duty. To find comfort, the boy would look at a picture of his dad on his nightstand and imagine that his father was watching over him. However, one night, this didn't bring him solace. His mother, hearing his cries, ...read more

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    Keep The Fire Burning SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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    Showcases the importance of keeping our spiritual life fervent before God.

    A while ago, in New York City, a woman visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see the paintings of the French artist Monet. One of his famous paintings depicted a boat with its reflection on the water, like a mirror. As the woman observed the painting, she became convinced that something was ...read more

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    Living The Life Of A True Neighbour

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025
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    True Christianity is measured not only by our devotion to God but by how we treat others.

    LIVING THE LIFE OF A TRUE NEIGHBOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 10:25-37 Supporting Texts: Matthew 22:36-40, 1 John 4:20-21, Galatians 6:2, Romans 13:10, Proverbs 3:27 INTRODUCTION: One of the most profound parables of Jesus is found in Luke 10:25–37. A lawyer asks a question to test ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Breaking The Barriers Of Identity Through Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025
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    Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system that exposed sin but could not save.

    BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF IDENTITY THROUGH CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:23-29 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:12, Colossians 3:10-11, Ephesians 2:14-818, 1 Corinthians 12:13, John 1:12 INTRODUCTION: Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living A Life Of Obedience Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025
     | 644 views

    Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him.

    LIVING A LIFE OF OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:1-2 Supporting Texts: John 14:15, 1 Samuel 15:22, Isaiah 1:19, James 1:22-25, Genesis 6:22 INTRODUCTION: Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him. From ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God