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  • John Lowe avatar

    [#25] An Exhortation For Them To Have The Same Mind Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 12, 2019
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    This passage demonstrates the simple but often neglected principle that we should not expect every believer to be fully mature.

    Date: 2/25/19 Lesson # 25 Title: An Exhortation for Them to Have the Same Mind • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture: Philippians 3:15-17 (NIV) 15 All of us, then, who are mature should take such a view of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful Deacons Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020
     | 4,635 views

    As we align ourselves to the BIBLICAL model of church leadership, we can expect God to provide the GROWTH.

    Faithful Deacons Acts 6:1-7 This morning we come back to our series through the book of Acts. We arrive at chapter six. One of the things that Luke, the inspired author of the book of Acts, has done is to comment regularly on the explosive growth that was happening in the early church. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Rights In A Left Culture

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 19, 2021
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    The Bible says God expects you to show mercy to everybody. How are you supposed to do that?

    “Treat everyone you meet with dignity.” 1 Peter 2:17 (The Message) The Bible says God expects you to show mercy to everybody. How are you supposed to do that? Here are three simple, practical ways to be God’s agent of mercy in the world. 1.) Forgive people when they mess up “When people sin, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You’re Asking Too Much.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 11, 2021
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    God expects us to take up our cross. What is that cross He is asking us to carry?

    Sermon Title: You’re asking too much. Scripture Text: Mark 8:27-38 ILLUSTRATION: Several years ago I read a story written by a preacher in the Philippine Islands. One day he was passing a large church on Good Friday when he spotted many selling incense, candles, veils and rosaries. He also ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Stay True Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 28, 2021
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    Jesus as a person is loving, caring, compassionate, forgiving and encourages, appreciates and awarding expects us to stay True.

    Text: John 15:7-9 Theme: Stay True Greetings: Our theme verses for today is John 15:7,9 People, followers, believers quit because of: - stressed-out people without clear priorities. - Wasting knowledge and skills by keeping in wrong roles - Lack of motivation and experience of negative ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • NNAEMEKA DURUEKE avatar

    Topic: Study Of The Epistles Of John

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 9, 2016
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    ALL TALKS ABOUT THE LOVE OF GOD AND THE LOVE HE EXPECTS US TO SHOW TOWARDS HIM AND BRETHREN

    BIBLE STUDY TOPIC: STUDY OF THE EPISTLES OF JOHN Introduction The author of this book is called John, son of Zebedee, Mark 1vs 19-20. He also authored the gospel of John, the book of Revelation 1John1vs1, Rev 1:1 He was a fisher man and one of the inner circle of Jesus which included Peter and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Little Foxes

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Jun 23, 2016
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    GOD EXPECTS US TO BE FAITHFUL IN GREAT AND IN SMALL. NOTHING IS A REASONABLE EXCUSE TO BE UNFAITHFUL NO MATTER HOW MINUTE

    LITTLE FOXES MAIN TEXT: Songs of Solomon 2:15 “Take us the foxes, the little foxes that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes”. PROVERBS 11:3 – “The integrity of the upright shall guide them: but the perverseness of transgressors shall destroy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Relating To The World Through Social Media

    Contributed by Trae Durden on Aug 26, 2015
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    How should a Christian behave online? What does God expect of His people while online?

    Relating to the World through Social Media Colossians 3:17 Quickly, the world that was separated by distance & languages has been replaced by a world of instant access! There used to be barriers between us and the world. But now, the world is in the palm of our hands. Communication has become ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Have A "merry" Christmas!

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 21, 2018
     | 4,012 views

    In the midst of chaos, our expectations often leave us disappointed. Thoughts on how to have a MERRY Christmas!

    How to have a Merry Christmas? 1 John 1; 1 John 4; 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 December 23, 2018 It still boggles my mind that we are 2 days away from Christmas! This year has been the longest possible shopping season and amazingly next year, will be the shortest. I’m not sure which is better. Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Anointed Ruler, Divine King

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 15, 2017
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    The Old Testament expectation was inclining towards the coming of the warrior king. Instead, He appeared as the man on the donkey.

    ANOINTED RULER, DIVINE KING. Zechariah 9:9-12. In a series of visions, Zechariah reached beyond the needs of his own time to the coming of Jesus. In Zechariah 9:1, the eyes of men, and all Israel, were looking towards the return of the LORD to His city and Temple. The departure was foretold by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Obedience Series

    Contributed by Maurice Armstrong on Mar 7, 2025
     | 711 views

    God is not a man; He cannot lie, therefore, whenever he speaks, obedience is the only expected response.

    For centuries, "the Church" has taught “Repentance” as the focus of the Christian experience. A daily confession of all sins. But, from the beginning with Adam and Eve, God has always been much more concerned about our obedience--to His Word. “God is not a man, that he should lie…” ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Heals In Unexpected Ways Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 528 views

    Naaman’s story teaches that healing is not about status, expectations, or emotions. It is about humility, obedience, and faith.

    THE GOD WHO HEALS IN UNEXPECTED WAYS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 5:1-14 Supporting Texts: Exodus 15:26; Psalm 103:3; Matthew 8:1-3; Isaiah 55:8-9; James 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION: Naaman was a highly decorated military general—valiant, respected, and a man of influence. Yet, behind the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Advent Week 1 - Go! And Hope In The God Of The Impossible - Luke 1:37 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 17, 2025
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     | 745 views

    Advent begins with HOPE—not wishful thinking, not optimism, but confident expectation that God will keep His promises.

    Advent Week 1 - Go! And Hope in the God of the Impossible - Luke 1:37 INTRODUCTION – ADVENT BEGINS WITH HOPE Advent is the season when the Church pauses to remember, reflect, and rejoice that God stepped into human history, wrapped Himself in flesh, and came to rescue us. Advent begins with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Following John's Example Series

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 3, 2025
     | 267 views

    We are called to shine the light of Christ to illumine the darkness of the world while living in expectation of the return of Jesus.

    JOHN THE BAPTIST! IT WAS ISAIAH WHO PROPHESIED IN 40:3, “A VOICE OF ONE CALLING: “IN THE WILDERNESS PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD; MAKE STRAIGHT IN THE DESERT A HIGHWAY FOR OUR GOD.” NOW, 700 YEARS LATER, JOHN IS PROCLAIMING THE MESSAGE, “REPENT, FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN HAS COME NEAR…THEREFORE, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Happy New Year Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025
     | 544 views

    A message on starting the new year with gratitude, divine expectation, and faith in God’s continuing mercy and guidance.

    HAPPY NEW YEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Lamentations 3:22-23 Key Verse: “It is of the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.” (Lamentations 3:22-23) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 43:19; Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God