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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    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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     | 630 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
     | 174 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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    Why Would You Not Join The Church? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 3, 2020
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     | 4,393 views

    Christians are expected to unite with a congregation of the faithful in order to fulfil the ministry God assigns each follower of Christ.

    “Those who received his word were baptised, and there were added that day about three thousand souls. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful Deacons Series

    Contributed by Troy Walliser on Nov 5, 2020
     | 4,594 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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    You’re Asking Too Much.

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Sep 11, 2021
     | 2,061 views

    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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    Three Rights In A Left Culture

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 19, 2021
     | 1,208 views

    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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    Stay True Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 28, 2021
     | 2,076 views

    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

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    Obedience Series

    Contributed by Maurice Armstrong on Mar 7, 2025
     | 630 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

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    The God Who Heals In Unexpected Ways Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 386 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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    Unveiling The Power Of Resurrection SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 886 views

    Easter is a time to revisit the empty tomb and marvel at the power of God, who surpasses our expectations and imaginations.

    Today, we will reflect on the story of Easter and the significance of the empty tomb. It is a reminder of God's incredible power, surpassing our understanding and imagination. "When the Sabbath was over, Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of James, and Salome bought spices so that they might go to ...read more

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    Journeying With The Divine SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 733 views

    Exploring the essence of embarking on a spiritual journey with God, understanding His expectations, and living out Christian values.

    Walking with God is about aligning our lives with His direction and purpose. It means following His way, which is clearly marked and always the best way. Walking with God involves proceeding at His pace, making progress, sharing intimacy, and ultimately arriving at our destination. To walk with ...read more

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    Help Wanted Series

    Contributed by Richard Goble on Dec 30, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 20,404 views

    Our outreach suffers because too many church members sit in the pew expecting their pastor to do all the work. Here we find three biblical concepts that will challenge us to reconsider our expectations of the pastor as well as our own level of involvement

    Title: Help Wanted Series: The Harvest Is Ripe Text: Matthew 9:35-38 Theme: The outreach of many churches suffers because too many church members sit in the pew expecting their pastor to do all the work. In this passage, Jesus reveals three biblical concepts that will challenge us to reconsider ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Internal Opposition/Conflict Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 3, 2013
     | 7,467 views

    When serving God conflict and attack from the enemy is expected, what we do NOT expect is the enemy using our own to attack. We must meet this challenge of internal conflict and Nehemiah gives us a template on how this can be done... meet it with honesty

    Sermon Brief Date Written: January 31, 2013 Date Preached: February 3, 2013 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Building with God Sermon Title: Internal Strife and Opposition Sermon Text: Nehemiah 5 [ESV] Introduction: Nehemiah had heard of the great trouble ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    “doing Things You’ve Never Done To Get Things You’ve Never Gotten.”

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 24, 2016
     | 9,567 views

    We can’t continue our half-hearted, part-time Christianity and expect dynamic N.T. results. Rather, we must attempt to adopt Bible devotion, practices, and obedience – then we can expect to have Bible results!

    DOING THINGS WE’VE NEVER DONE TO GET THINGS WE’VE NEVER GOTTEN INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HE LOVED DRIVING TRAINS 1. In the early days of Texas, there was a man who drove trains for a living. He loved his job, but he was too reckless and caused a crash. He lived, but a one person died. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Husbands, Love Your Wives

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 21, 2020
     | 2,920 views

    Paul commands husbands to love their wives as Christ loved the church. If men are to be the fathers the Lord expects, we must first be the husbands He expects. We can't love our children as we should if our love for our wives is lacking.

    Husbands, love your Wives Ephesians 5:25 As we celebrate Father’s Day, I want to wish each father a happy Father’s Day. I can say without hesitation, that being a father is one of the greatest blessings and joys in my life. I am truly thankful for the two daughters the Lord blessed Tanya and me ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist