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  • Scott Spencer avatar

    God's Task; Our Task

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Sep 3, 2011
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     | 6,219 views

    God calls you to serve within His church. He wants you to put your hands to work for Him, to invest your time in a work that lasts.

    9-4-11 God’s Task, Our Task Labor Day NEHEMIAH 3:1-32 Nehemiah had noticed, and was troubled that the wall had fallen into disrepair. He had defined the purpose, communicated his discontent, and motivated the people to accept the task. Now the work began. The walls of Jerusalem had been in ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Not There Yet, But I Have Moved

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025
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    Though we may not have reached our final destination, we must recognise and celebrate the progress we have made. Life is a journey, and as long as we keep pressing forward with faith, trusting God’s process, and growing spiritually, we will ultimately fulfil our divine purpose.

    NOT THERE YET, BUT I HAVE MOVED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:13-14 – “Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Has Chosen You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    Encourage believers to acknowledge and obey God's unique purpose for their lives, trusting in His divine plan and embracing the blessings that come from being His chosen ones.

    Good morning, family! I'm so glad to see all of you here today. We are going to dive into the word of God in 2 Chronicles 29:11 which says, "My sons, do not be negligent now, for the Lord has chosen you to stand before Him, to serve Him, and that you should minister to Him and burn incense." You ...read more

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    Church Visions PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
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    Emphasize the importance and significance of the Great Commission, a mandate from Jesus Christ, and to encourage believers to live it out in their everyday lives.

    Good morning, my beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to reflect on the powerful mandate given to us by our Lord Jesus Christ, a mandate that has shaped the mission and purpose of the Church for over two millennia. This mandate, known as The Great Commission, is the bedrock of ...read more

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    It's Time To Give Myself A Hug

    Contributed by David Haun on Jan 18, 2004
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    Low Self-esteem is a struggle faced by many of us. This sermon presents the concepts of self worth and esteem, and offers concrete steps that can help us move to positive self-esteem.

    IT’S TIME TO GIVE MYSELF A HUG Dr. David L. Haun Hope Christian Church Tamarac, Florida January 18, 2004 Jeremiah 1:4-10, II Cor. 4:5-10 Introduction Today’s message is a Request Sermon. It’s a topic that could have been submitted by about half of the congregation, and often plays a major ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Message Delivered Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Sep 10, 2007
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    In order to faithfully obey God’s call to be messengers of His gospel, we need to see the obstacles that we will face. But not only do we need to see the obstacles, we need to be able to overcome them like Amos did.

    1. Introduction a. A messenger of God will face personal opposition (10) b. A messenger of God will face verbal misrepresentation (11) c. A messenger of God will face sensible temptation (12-13) i. Wouldn’t it be nice to go home? ii. Eat your home cooking? iii. It’s OK to prophesy—just don’t do it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maintaining Your Confidence In Christ Series

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 20, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 11,213 views

    In this text, the writer of Hebrews was exhorting them to maintain their faith in Jesus Christ, no matter what kind of trials they might have to face. These words are an encouragement for all believers going through difficult days.

    MAINTAINING YOUR CONFIDENCE IN CHRIST Hebrews 10:26-38 The original readers of Hebrews had been going through difficult times of persecution for their faith. Some were tempted to detach themselves from their Christian fellowship in order to avoid arrest, reproach, and suffering. Moreover, some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thrive Amid Adversity

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 9, 2021
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     | 7,036 views

    Adversity has always been a part of our human experience. The challenges of life faced properly can help us grow. Maintaining faith in God helps us solve problems and overcome adversity.

    Introduction: The Righteous can thrive in adversity because they understand several principles. Adversity has always been a part of our human experience. The challenges of life faced properly can help us grow. Maintaining faith in God helps us solve problems and overcome adversity. Have you ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Real Ministry Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 27, 2008
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     | 4,189 views

    Exposition of Acts 16:16-24 about the slave girl in Philippi and the demon and being jailed.

    Text: Acts 16: 16-24, Title: Real Ministry, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/28/08, AM A. Opening illustration: You know, for pastors, ministry is a series of good news and bad news. Listen to these scenarios: Good news: You baptized seven people today in the river. Bad news: You lost two of them in the swift ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Won't Let This Giant Live Any Longer!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2019
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     | 8,416 views

    We who follow the Christ face giants with stunning regularity. Studying David's bold fight with Goliath will suggest the manner in which we must conduct battle against these giants.

    “When the Philistine arose and came and drew near to meet David, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet the Philistine. And David put his hand in his bag and took out a stone and slung it and struck the Philistine on his forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell on his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Lamentations? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 15, 2024
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     | 1,816 views

    Contemporary western culture is facing a date with destiny. When God's judgement is unleashed, and it shall surely come, all of us will lament our failure to honour Him or to serve Him.

    “How lonely sits the city that was full of people! How like a widow has she become, she who was great among the nations! She who was a princess among the provinces has become a slave.” [1] “Lamentations! You’re actually going to preach a series of messages from that dark, foreboding book? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unlocking Your Victory

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 17, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 10,996 views

    Difficult things become easy when you have the keys. Here are a few keys to victory.

    Summer 2004 Dakota Community Church Unlocking Your Victory Introduction: As you will have discovered by now, salvation is not a ticket to the easy life. John 15: 20-21 20Remember the words I spoke to you: ’No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    The Commission Of Christmas: As My Father Has Sent Me So Send I You

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 13, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,481 views

    THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE COMMISSION THAT CHRIST GIVES TO US TO FULFILL THE PURPOSE OF HIS COMING TO THIS WORLD .IT HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1.SAVE 2.SERVE 3.SHINE 4.SUBMIT 5.SPOIL 6.SEPARATE 7.SENTENCE

    THE COMMISSION OF CHRISTMAS: AS MY FATHER HAS SENT ME SO SEND I YOU **************************************************************************** JOHN 20:21 Again Jesus said, "Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you." ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Counted Worthy To Suffer Shame

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 12, 2022
     | 1,588 views

    We must boldly proclaim Jesus even if we suffer for it. And when we do suffer, we need to take joy that the Lord has counted us worthy to suffer for Him.

    Counted Worthy to Suffer Shame Acts 5:33-42 As we continue our study in the Book of Acts, let us review some things we have already learned. First of all we remember that the mission of the church is to continue what Jesus began to do and teach (Acts 1:1). Acts 1:8 defines the outward spiral of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Character Study Of Paul (Saul Of Tarsus) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
     | 646 views

    Paul's life is an example of God’s power to transform and use anyone for His glory. From a persecutor of Christians to a champion of the gospel, Paul’s story teaches us about God’s grace, perseverance, and the call to evangelism.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF PAUL (SAUL OF TARSUS) – APOSTLE TO THE GENTILES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 9:1-22 "But the Lord said to him, ‘Go, for he is a chosen instrument of mine to carry my name before the Gentiles and kings and the children of Israel.’" – Acts 9:15 Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God