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  • Troy Borst avatar

    2 Corinthians Series: Yoking Not Yolking Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 3, 2025
     | 358 views

    We are in the world and need to push, pull, and travel through this life with those who follow Christ. Our closest companions and partners and influences should belong Him; not of this world.

    2 CORINTHIANS SERIES YOKING NOT YOLKING 2 CORINTHIANS 6:1-18 2corandmore PERSON FROM CONGREGATION READS 2 CORINTHIANS 6:1-18 (ESV) “Working together with Him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 2 For He says, “In a favorable time I listened to you, and in a day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Freedom From The Burden Of Worry Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 8, 2025
     | 217 views

    Fear and anxiety are things that can have an unhealthy grip on our lives. In this passage, Jesus teaches his followers how we can be free from the burden of worrty.

    In 1988, Bobby McFerrin released a song entitled “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” It was inspired by the teachings of an Indian Guru who used to tell his followers “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” McFerrin’s song was quickly written and recorded. It was released as an Adult Contemporary song where it made it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Securing Divine Help Through Divine Direction Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 30, 2026
     | 79 views

    Divine help flows most powerfully into the lives of those who seek God’s guidance, align their steps with His will, and follow His instructions with faith and obedience.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH DIVINE DIRECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 3:5-6 Key Verse: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." — Proverbs 3:5-6 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Praise The Lord, I Saw The Light!

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 23, 2015
     | 5,215 views

    We must follow God and start inviting ourselves and go out into the world and seek out others-just like Jesus and Zacchaeus sought each other out.

    There is a story about a fitness centre that was offering $1,000 to anyone who could show that they were stronger than the owner of the place. Here’s how it worked. The owner would squeeze a lemon until all the juice ran into a glass, and then hand the lemon to the challenger. Anyone who ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Magnificent Seven

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Apr 2, 2015
     | 8,661 views

    Jesus declared that we should take up our cross and follow him. His final seven statements from the cross helps to understand what He meant.

    Mark 8:34 “Then, calling the crowd to join his disciples, he said, ‘If any of you wants to be my follower, you must turn from your selfish ways, take up your cross, and follow me.’” Take up your cross and follow. Let’s discover what Jesus was saying to this crowd at ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    The God Who Shows Himself

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 17, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,606 views

    This is a sermon based on Jesus' encounter with Thomas following the Resurrection. It focuses on how the LORD Jesus revealed Himself to Thomas and helped Thomas find faith, security and peace.

    Scripture: John 20:24 – 31 Title: The God Who Shows Himself INTRO: Grace and peace this morning in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you about the God who cares so much that He takes the extra time to reveal Himself to us even in those times that we may not ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Pilate's Wife

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Apr 2, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,014 views

    It is surprising, and sad, that the only testimony (in effect) on Jesus’ behalf during the trial was made, not by any of Jesus’ disciples, nor apostles, nor followers, but by Pilate’s wife.

    Pilate's Wife Matt. 27:11-26 The chief priests with the elders and scribes and the whole council of the Sanhedrin had decided to put Jesus to death. They had Jesus brought before Pilate the governor to pronounce the death sentence. (Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66; 23:1) Pontius Pilate was the fifth ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Transformed By Truth: The Narrow Path To Life Matthew 7:13-14 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 9, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,911 views

    Matthew 7:13-14 - the narrow path that leads to life - this teaching challenges us to consider the choices we make and the paths we follow in our spiritual journey.

    Transformed by Truth: The Narrow Path to Life Matthew 7:13-14 Introduction: Today, we will explore the profound message Jesus delivers in Matthew 7:13-14 about the narrow path that leads to life. This teaching challenges us to consider the choices we make and the paths we follow in our spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024
     | 1,059 views

    It was on this day, in the Book of Acts, that the Holy Spirit was poured out on 120 Followers of Christ who were gathered in an Upper Room at Jerusalem. It was on this day that the Church was born in a “Blaze of Glory.”

    OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video on “Holy Spirit.” The word “Pentecost” designates the 50th day after Passover, which was a Feast Day. Also known as the Feast of Weeks or Feast of Harvest. It was a time when Israel celebrated Moses receiving the Ten Commandments from God. It was on this day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    As Sheep Among Wolves

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 27, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,197 views

    Jesus gives His followers advice on how to respond, and even reply, in the face of persecution. He also assures them that they will be guided and empowered by the Holy Spirit to accomplish their mission.

    I have entitled our message today, “As Sheep Among Wolves.” The title is based on the very first verse of our passage, where Jesus told His followers, “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves” (v. 16). Now, I am going to go ahead and start with an exposition. The word sheep ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Gives Victory To Those Who Trust Him Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
     | 300 views

    David’s dependence on God brought him consistent success. When we follow his example, we also enjoy divine backing in all our endeavours.

    GOD GIVES VICTORY TO THOSE WHO TRUST HIM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 14:8-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, Psalm 20:7, Isaiah 31:1, 2 Samuel 5:19, Psalm 44:3 INTRODUCTION: Victory in life’s battles does not come by human strength or strategy alone. Many people depend on ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Building According To The Pattern Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
     | 352 views

    Building according to God’s pattern is not about rigidity but about divine alignment. It calls for humility to receive instructions, discipline to follow through, and patience to wait for divine timing.

    BUILDING ACCORDING TO THE PATTERN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 28:11-19 Supporting Texts: Exodus 25:8-9, Hebrews 8:5, Proverbs 3:5-6, 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Matthew 7:24-27 INTRODUCTION: In every generation, God seeks people who will carry out His assignments with precision, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Come & See! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 11, 2021
     | 2,879 views

    Based on John 1:43-46 - Sermon invites readers to "come & see" who Jesus is so that they can follow & obey Him.

    “COME & SEE!” John 1:43-46 FBCF – 10/10/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Do y’all mind if I talk about my grandkids for a minute? I have 3 grandsons who are all under the age of 2. They love trucks, tractors, construction equipment, fire engines, & trains. Whenever one of the trains goes through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Loving Son PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 711 views

    To explore God's love for us, Jesus' obedience to God, and the example set by God for us to follow, emphasizing that God desires us to grow and become more like Jesus.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're going to dive into a powerful passage from 2 Timothy 2:1-12. This scripture is packed with profound life-altering lessons about The Father's Love for His Son, The Son's Obedience to His Father, and The Father's Example for His Son. Christian author, Max ...read more

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    Excellent Examples

    Contributed by James Groce on Aug 17, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 5,454 views

    And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost: So that ye were ensamples to all that believe in Macedonia and Achaia.

    ---------------------------------- 1Th 1:1-7 Paul, and Silvanus, and Timotheus, unto the church of the Thessalonians [which is] in God the Father and [in] the Lord Jesus Christ: Grace [be] unto you, and peace, from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. We give thanks to God always for you all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal