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  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    Three Symbols Of Spiritual Success

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Oct 14, 2010
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    There are three things in the life of Isaac which are symbolic of the conditions for a believer who desires to have spiritual success.

    Intro: Isaac was the son of a famous father (Abraham) and the father of a famous son (Jacob, who was Israel). But being the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob was NOT the key to his spiritual success. Isaac himself lived a life of obedience and faith in God. Read Gen. 26:25. We find 3 things ...read more

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    It Will End Well

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
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    Whatever you're going through now, know this: with God, it will end well. The One who began the good work in you will complete it.

    IT WILL END WELL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:28-29 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Genesis 50:20, Job 42:10-12, Psalm 30:5, Philippians 1:6 INTRODUCTION: Life may take unexpected twists, delays, or even painful turns, but for the believer, there is divine assurance that all ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Enemies Of Righteousness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
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    The enemies of righteousness are agents — visible and invisible — that work actively to corrupt, oppose, and destroy righteous living.

    THE ENEMIES OF RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Acts 13:10 (KJV) “And said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?” Supporting Texts: Romans 6:13, Isaiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Call To Watchfulness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025
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    This call to watchfulness is urgent in our present age of distractions, temptations, and spiritual deception. Without alertness, believers can easily drift into complacency, lose focus, or become overwhelmed by the cares of life.

    A CALL TO WATCHFULNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 13:33-37 Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:42-44, Luke 21:34-36, 1 Peter 5:8, Revelation 16:15 INTRODUCTION: The Bible repeatedly warns believers to be watchful and alert as the end times approach. Jesus, in His Olivet Discourse, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living The Crucified Life

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on May 24, 2023
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    The author in this sermon message touches the daily struggles we face as Christians living in a fallen world that is looking for answers and a reason to live.

    SCRIPTURE REFERENCES (Galatians 2:20) "I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Gethsemane - We Overcome Through Jesus Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 8, 2008
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    The moment I faced my complete lack of control, was the moment where I found total freedom in our Lord Jesus Christ.

    “Awake, O sword, against my shepherd, against the man who is close to me!” declares the LORD Almighty. “Strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered, and I will turn my hand against the little ones.” So Zechariah predicts of Jesus and his disciples in the book of Zechariah 13:7 . And ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Obstacles To Grace

    Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 14, 2012
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    We all face obstacles that block the flow of God's grace in our lives. This message is a message given during a Walk to Emmaus weekend.

    Obstacles to Grace Rev. Lynn Malone Toby Keith has a popular song right now that I have heard several people walk around either singing or humming the words. The song is entitled I Want to Talk About Me. Have you heard it? The words to the chorus go like this: I wanna talk about me Wanna ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Rejoice In The Lord

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 19, 2007
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     | 16,256 views

    What to watch out for if we are to continue to rejoice in the Lord

    Text: Philippians 3:1-21 Title: Rejoice in the Lord. Introduction “Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same thing to you again, and it is a safeguard for you.” (v1) Point to ponder: What is to be the believers safeguard in good times and bad? To always ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Must The Stones Cry Out?

    Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 12, 2023
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    Jesus said the stones would cry out if His disciples didn't praise Him. We’re looking at why praise had to rise, what kind of praise they offered, the opposition to His praise, and how all this effects us.

    MUST THE STONES CRY OUT? Lk. 19:35-40 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Coming Up Short 1. A robber went into a convenience store. He picked up a pack of gum and approached the cashier. He handed the gum & a $20 bill to the cashier. The cashier opened the cash register & turned to scan the gum. As ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Titus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 481 views

    Titus was a faithful disciple, a trusted leader, and a promoter of sound doctrine. His life teaches us the importance of faithfulness, integrity, and bold leadership in the church.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF TITUS – CHURCH LEADER AND RECIPIENT OF PAUL’S LETTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Titus 1:4-5 "To Titus, my true son in our common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Saviour. The reason I left you in Crete was that you might put in order ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Overcoming Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Feb 18, 2024
     | 1,902 views

    Next in series on Nehemiah. Addresses overcoming discouragement.

    Nehemiah 4 Discouragement I remember it like it was yesterday. I was a young youth pastor, in my late 20s. I had been a part-time youth pastor at that church for about a year. I was beginning a new study called Prayer Life. By the way, if you eat a study to help you with your prayer life, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction: The Battle For The Better Babel Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
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     | 7,001 views

    Introduction to a series of lessons on the church and the struggles it is facing in this post modern world. An indepth look at an image of the church found in Genesis 11, the Tower of Babel.

    THE CHURCH INTRODUCTION Where do I begin? In a world of scattered thoughts, beliefs and values, it is hard to find a green light to “Go” on! I want to talk about so many items concerning the church, yet which topic has merit and which does not? Which topic is the best use of your time? In recent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Handle The Storm Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,438 views

    Using the physical and literal storm Paul faced on his way to Rome, this message gives insight into how we can handle the "storms of life" that come our way

    INTRODUCTION * Paul, the main figure in the past 14 chapters of Acts, has faced much adversity, but has realized all that God has done for him during that time * One of Satan’s goals from the beginning of the church has been to oppose it in such a way as to try to stop it (Acts 1 = the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Calm In The Storm

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 7, 2023
     | 1,626 views

    It isn’t Jesus’ job to calm our storms, but to calm our hearts so that we can face the storms with confidence and courage.

    I just came back from attending my first General Assembly. It is sort of a cross between a political convention and a session of Congress. Commissioners are called together every year from all over the country to do the business of the church, and their decisions are expected to embody the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Prepare To Follow

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    How well do we follow when Jesus calls us to follow? Oftentimes it requires an abrupt stop, an about face, and then a totally new direction.

    Sermon Title: Prepare to follow Sermon Text: John 1:43 Sunday, June 25th, 2000 – Evangelical Church of Oskaloosa Scripture introduction: I think most young Christians are told when they ask what they should read first in the Bible, is to read the book of John. It tells quite clearly that Jesus ...read more

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