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  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Divorce In Biblical Perspective Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 12, 2024
     | 742 views

    Divorce is a reality that affects many lives and families, including those within the church. It is essential to approach this subject with compassion, understanding, and a firm grounding in the Word of God.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to discuss a sensitive yet crucial topic: divorce. Divorce is a reality that affects many lives and families, including those within the church. It is essential to approach this subject with compassion, understanding, and a firm ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Tale Of Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 3, 2024
     | 3,141 views

    James focuses on the leaders of the church as he calls into question the source of wisdom - essentially noting that wisdom from God is drastically different than wisdom of the world.

    There are decisions that all of us make on a daily basis. Some of those are minor and relatively inconsequential, others are major and potentially life altering. Some impact only us (or so we think), where others reap ramifications on our families, church, workplaces, school, community, and more. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Everyone Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 13, 2024
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    Something else is revealed in the gospel as well and Paul uses the struggle of the Roman church to demonstrate an essential truth: The Gospel is for Everybody because Everybody Needs the Gospel.

    Recovered By Grace: Everybody Introduction Last week we began our series through Romans under the theme Recovered by Grace. We talked about the background of the letter to the Roman church and the clash of cultures that was driving struggles there. We ended on one of the best known verses in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Connecting God's Compassion With The Community Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,476 views

    Today, we explore a profound and essential aspect of our faith: how we, as a church, can connect God's compassion with our community.

    "Connecting God's Compassion with the Community" Today, we explore a profound and essential aspect of our faith: how we, as a church, can connect God's compassion with our community. Let us turn to the New Living Translation of the Bible to guide us on this sacred journey. 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Leave Your Matters In God's Hands Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 6, 2023
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     | 1,689 views

    Be Still. This phrase is derived from the Hebrew word "Rapha" which means “to be weak, to let go, to release.” Essentially, it means surrender.

    OASIS WORD DEVOTIONAL Opening Passage He says, “Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.” Psalm 46:10 Title LEAVE YOUR MATTERS IN GOD'S HANDS | PART IV *Columnist:* Rudolf E. Y. Mensah, ©Oasis WordBank Ref: ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Living A Life Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025
     | 528 views

    Living a life of humility is not optional for the believer—it is essential. It draws us nearer to God, opens the doors of favour, and makes us usable in His hands.

    LIVING A LIFE OF HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-11 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 22:4, Micah 6:8, Matthew 23:12 INTRODUCTION: Humility is one of the foundational virtues of the Christian life. It is the attitude that aligns us with God’s heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Great Commission Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 28, 2025
     | 441 views

    The Great Commission is part of the DNA of Christian Doctrines. It is essential as a follower of Christ. Let us look at the Great Commission and see what the value of it in our lives.

    The Great Commission Theme: To show the importance of the Great Commission, how it is in our DNA. Text: Matthew 28:16 – 20 Introduction Last week we discussed the trinity. How we see the Trinity and how we view it in the Old and New Testament. We also looked at the importance of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Praying With Understanding Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 18, 2025
     | 786 views

    Praying with understanding is essential for effective communication with God. It enables us to align our hearts and minds with His will, ensuring that our prayers are purposeful and transformative.

    PRAYING WITH UNDERSTANDING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 14:15 "What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also: I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also." Supporting Texts: Psalm 47:7, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Different Types Of Prayers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025
     | 1,179 views

    Prayer is an essential practice for the believer, as it is the primary way we communicate with God. There are different types of prayers, each serving a specific purpose and addressing different needs

    DIFFERENT TYPES OF PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:6 "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." Supporting Texts: James 5:16, Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 11:1-4, 1 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Journey Ends Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Dec 13, 2025
     | 105 views

    This journey, by Paul and Barnabas, was essential in establishing churches among the Gentiles and Paul’s never ending quest to take the Gospel message to his people, the Jews.

    “The Journey Ends” Acts 14:24-27 12-14-2025 AM Paul's First Missionary Journey is a major event spreading the Gospel, as recorded in the Acts. This journey, by Paul and Barnabas, was essential in establishing churches among the Gentiles and Paul’s never ending quest to take the Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruits Of The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2025
     | 1,726 views

    The fruits of the Holy Spirit are the characteristics and virtues that should be evident in the lives of believers who are walking in the Spirit. They represent the nature of Christ and are essential for a healthy spiritual life.

    Title: THE FRUITS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law." Supporting Texts: John 15:4-5, Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Tips For Teachers

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 87 ratings
     | 7,592 views

    1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves.

    1. Have you ever considered what are some of the essential characteristics of a Godly teacher? Too many teachers are interested in teaching others before they educate themselves. Paul writes, "You who teach others, do you not teach yourself?" Failure of teachers to grow in Christ remains the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Extraordinary Spirituality Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,286 views

    Paul knew the nature of religion all too well… and now he explains what is so essential for those who know something of religion but long for more.

    The hurricanes that hit Florida in 2004 left thousands without electrical power. One man who used a portable generator to supply power until the electrical lines could be repaired reported a strange experience. Some daring thieves found the generator in full operation outside the man’s house ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Life Gets Busy.....pray

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Feb 15, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,380 views

    A busy life is not always something we can avoid. However when life gets busy, the gift of prayer is not only helpful but essential. This sermon explores why

    WWhen life gets busy or overbearing what do you do? Do you frantically go about all your tasks? Maybe you get stressed out? Do you get angry? Do you think I will just keep going and going? Or think once I have dealt with all this stuff I will start planning a better life? No matter who you are. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    The Wait Is On

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Dec 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,520 views

    Waiting is essential to the spiritual life. But waiting as a disciple of Jesus is not an empty waiting. It is a waiting with a promise in our hearts that makes already present what we are waiting for.

    The Wait Is On Advent #1 Nov 27, 2011 Intro: What do the following have in common: • Doctor’s office • Holiday shopping • Connecting flights • Red light • Advent Can you guess? The answer is waiting, and that that is what we are going to explore together ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist