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  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Reluctant Recruits

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 1, 2018
     | 8,815 views

    Jesus did not present a rosy, unrealistic picture of the Christian life. In Luke 9 we encounter 3 potential recruits. Jesus appraises their resolve, exposes their excuses, and urges them to consider the cost of discipleship

    It’s Career Day at the high school and a small crowd is gathered at the Army’s booth. A Recruiter tells the students about field duty in the winter, eating MRE’s, family separations, grueling physical exercise, frequent moves, and the likelihood of war…and pretty soon he’s standing alone. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Last Hours Of Jesus' Life - Free From Passivity

    Contributed by Joanne Chan on May 18, 2018
     | 5,462 views

    In this sermon, we look at how the people mocked Jesus as he walked toward the hill of Golgotha, and contrast that with his encounter with Simon from Cyrene to see what it really means to carry the cross for Jesus.

    Central theme: Jesus denied himself and took the punishment for us with total dedication. We should take up the cross and follow Jesus, which means denying our old self (our comfort, your desires) and live for God because God is leading us to an even better place. Opening: Think of a place ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evangelism At A Local Watering Hole

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 9, 2020
     | 3,818 views

    Who can spread the Gospel? Let’s see that the Gospel is spread by ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus. Let’s examine the woman at the well in John 4:5-42.

    Who can spread the Gospel? Let’s see that the Gospel is spread by ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus. Let’s examine the woman at the well in John 4:5-42. An Unbiased Savior John 4:5-9 Eventually he came to the Samaritan village of Sychar, near the field that Jacob gave to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wrestling With God Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021
     | 5,945 views

    This morning, I invite you to consider with me, “How do people actually have a life-changing encounter?” Is it near death experience that causes us to change? What would cause you to change?

    We continue our series, My Crazy Family, the story of Jacob. Jacob is a complex character – we would say in our day, “He’s a piece of work.” Jacob’s life is a Russian nesting doll with one conflict inside conflict inside yet another, conflict. What begins as a conflict with his twin brother Esau, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ascension Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 8, 2021
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     | 6,691 views

    It was reported by official Soviet channels upon their entry into space in 1961 that the Russian Cosmonaut who first traveled into space said these words: “I went up to space, but I didn’t encounter God.”

    Jesus stayed on the earth for forty days after His resurrection. Now, forty days is a long time. If Jesus rose on March 27, this would place His ascension from earth on May 5 (Cinco de Mayo). America has holidays that mark the birth of Jesus (Christmas), the death of Jesus (Good Friday), and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Twelve Years Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on May 27, 2025
     | 283 views

    A lot can happen in twelve years. In Luke 8:40-56 we learn of two different groups of people who had completely different experiences and yet encountered Jesus in profound ways.

    Solomon Northrup was born around 1808 in New York to a former slave. His father, who eventually married a woman of mixed ethnicities, had been emancipated in the will of his deceased owner. They had two sons who were born free. Solomon took after his father in learning how to work the land, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Spiritual Weakness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025
     | 617 views

    Spiritual weakness is a condition that every believer encounters at different stages in their walk with God. It is not necessarily a sign of sin, but often a result of prolonged trials, discouragement, weariness in battle, unanswered prayers, or lack of spiritual nourishment.

    OVERCOMING SPIRITUAL WEAKNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 40:31 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, Romans 8:26, Ephesians 6:10, Hebrews 12:12-13, Psalm 73:26 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual weakness is a condition that every believer encounters at different stages in their walk with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    There Is One Baptism Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 6, 2025
     | 276 views

    The Apostle Paul was once a persecutor of Christians known as Saul of Tarsus. It was only during an encounter with the Risen Savior that he experienced a turnaround and began to tell everyone about Jesus. (Acts 22:6-16)

    There Is One Baptism Ephesians 4:4 Introduction The Apostle Paul was once a persecutor of Christians known as Saul of Tarsus. It was only during an encounter with the Risen Savior that he experienced a turnaround and began to tell everyone about Jesus. (Acts 22:6-16) In our series on Seven ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Healing At The Pool Of Bethesda Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 19, 2025
     | 2,068 views

    John 5:1-8 tells the story of a paralysed man who encountered Jesus at the Pool of Bethesda. This event highlights God's compassion, the futility of misplaced trust, and the power of divine intervention.

    Title: THE HEALING AT THE POOL OF BETHESDA By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 5:1-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 103:2-3, Matthew 11:28 INTRODUCTION: John 5:1-8 tells the story of a paralysed man who encountered Jesus at the Pool of Bethesda. This event highlights God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Want Proof!

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 21, 2025
     | 1,499 views

    Thomas finally met the risen Savior. This encounter shows us what it means to trust Jesus with our doubts. The story of Thomas gives hope to doubters, to those who say, “I want proof!”.

    Alba 4-20-2025 I WANT PROOF! John 20:24-31 Have you ever been in a situation where someone told you something, but you just couldn't believe it? You wanted proof? Then you are like Thomas. Thomas is one of the better known disciples of Jesus, even though not much is said about him. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    One Thing I Know

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 14, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,419 views

    Can you imagine being thrown out of the Church because you encountered Jesus? Can you imagine being put out of the Church because you received a touch, a miracle from Jesus?

    TITLE: ONE THING I KNOW SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 9:1-25 As this 9th Chapter of John opens, we see a man born blind. He has – • Never seen his mother’s face • Never seen children playing at the park • Never played video games • Never seen the beauty of the sunrise or sunset • Never seen OU vs. Texas ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Is Your Nathanael?

    Contributed by Pastor Amos Dele Dada on Jun 10, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,188 views

    No doubt the book of John is regarded as the book of love. John the disciple who was “the son of thunder” encountered love and that changed his life and apparently his approach to life which he demonstrated in all his writings

    “Philip went to look for Nathanael and told him, “We have found the very person Moses and the prophets wrote about! His name is Jesus, the son of Joseph from Nazareth.” 46 “Nazareth!” exclaimed Nathanael. “Can anything good come from Nazareth?” “Come and see for yourself,” Philip replied.” John 1: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Experiencing The Presence Of God"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 2, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,336 views

    Life is filled with hopless situations. (illustration Harry Truman election) The two disciples on the Road to Emmaus felt hopless. Their encounter with the Living God shows how God through his Holy Spirit would enable us to have the same experience.

    In Jesus Holy Name April 6, 2008 Easter II Redeemer Text: Luke 24:13-35 “Experiencing the Presence of God” He is risen! He is risen indeed! The word of the angel spoken at the empty tomb of Jesus tells us that God has, in His Son, gives us hope for the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    A Divine Appointment

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025
     | 705 views

    Life is full of uncertainty, but one thing is sure—everyone has a divine appointment with death and judgment.

    A DIVINE APPOINTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 9:27 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:10, Romans 14:10-12, Acts 17:30-31 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of appointments—birthdays, meetings, exams, job interviews—but there is one appointment that every human being will inevitably face: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "the Benefits Of Living A Christ-Centered Life."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Oct 16, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,913 views

    Dear friends, embrace the joy and fulfillment of living a life centered around Christian values and teachings. Through prayer, devotion, and fellowship with other believers, you can deepen your understanding of God's love and find meaning and purpose in your daily life and ministry.

    SCRIPTURE REFERENCES (Romans 6:3-4) [3] "Know ye not, that so many of us as were baptized into Jesus Christ were baptized into his death?" [4] "Therefore we are buried with him by baptism into death: that like ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal