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  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    By What Authority?

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 21, 2014
     | 3,314 views

    Who is Jesus? Was He just a man. Or was He a myth? Or is He the Divine Christ?

    By What Authority? Luke 19:45-20:8 Luke has just given extensive coverage of the Triumphal Entry on Palm Sunday. (See sermon: “It’s My Party, and I’ll Cry if I Want To”) So why does Luke give only one verse to the cleansing of the Temple when Matthew and especially Mark give extensive coverage? ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Basic Principles Of The Little Commission

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 26, 2014
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     | 10,548 views

    In the immediate context of this first mission of the disciples, Jesus laid out some basic principles.

    BASIC PRINCIPLES OF THE LITTLE COMMISSION. Matthew 10:24-39. This is part of the Missionary Discourse of Jesus (Matthew 9:35-10:42) - the sending of the twelve disciples to seek out none other than ‘the lost sheep of the house of Israel’ (Matthew 10:6). Since the ‘Great Commission’ (Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    “can You See What Satan Sees?” Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
     | 8,017 views

    I used a sermon by Pastor Rich Dunbar, which has been a blessing as well as a great help in sermon preparation, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    “Can You See What Satan Sees?” Acts 13:4-12 I love to ride down the road and see how many animals I can spot. Most seem to be hidden from view but when you have what some call “Woods eyes” you can spot the turkeys, the deer and other critters. We’ve been talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 3 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
     | 5,249 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    Inside the Heart of the Apostle Paul part 3 Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, whether we get paid for it or not. You may have a career, but have a heart for other things. The Apostle Paul was much more than a tentmaker. He had other interests and those other interests helped mold him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Red Sea Stands Before You

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025
     | 622 views

    The Red Sea is not your end—it is the place where God reveals Himself as the Way Maker.

    WHEN THE RED SEA STANDS BEFORE YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 14:1-31 Supporting Texts: Psalm 66:6, Isaiah 43:2, 1 Corinthians 10:1–2, Romans 8:31 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in every believer’s journey when they are faced with a “Red Sea”—a situation that seems impossible to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hindrances To Divine Increase

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025
     | 489 views

    There are spiritual, behavioural, and environmental factors that can hinder the flow of divine increase. Recognising these hindrances is crucial if we want to walk fully in God’s blessings.

    HINDRANCES TO DIVINE INCREASE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 13:4 Supporting Texts: Haggai 1:5-7, Malachi 3:8-10, Hebrews 3:12, Matthew 13:58, Deuteronomy 28:15-23 INTRODUCTION: Divine increase is God’s will for His people. He delights in blessing His children and causing them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Danger Of Disrespecting Church Leadership

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 14, 2025
     | 429 views

    Disrespecting church leaders is not just a social offence — it is a spiritual error that has serious consequences. God places men and women in positions of authority within the church to guide His flock and administer His will.

    THE DANGER OF DISRESPECTING CHURCH LEADERSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 13:17 Supporting Texts: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, Numbers 12:1-10, 1 Samuel 24:6, Jude 1:8 INTRODUCTION: Church leadership is ordained by God for the growth, order, and spiritual oversight of the body of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Challenges That A Christian Home May Face Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 9, 2025
     | 210 views

    A Christian home must stand firm on Christ as its foundation to overcome pressures, preserve godliness, and shine as a light in a dark world.

    CHALLENGES THAT A CHRISTIAN HOME MAY FACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 24:15 Key Verse: “But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.” (Joshua 24:15b) Supporting Texts: Romans 12:2, Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 5:21–33, 2 Timothy 3:12 INTRODUCTION: The Christian home is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Light And Darkness Cannot Mix

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025
     | 537 views

    The Christian life is a call to separation. It is not a call to isolation from the world, but a call to distinction in character, conduct, and conviction.

    LIGHT AND DARKNESS CANNOT MIX – Living a Separated Life unto God By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:8-11; John 8:12; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Peter 2:9-10; James 4:4 OPENING PRAYER Heavenly Father, We thank You for this precious moment in Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 4, 2025
     | 213 views

    Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

    BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 29, 2025
     | 118 views

    Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

    BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Resisting Culutural Norms Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 13, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,286 views

    Exposition of Philemon 8-16 regarding the way Paul and Philemon handled a potentially painful situation.

    Text: Philemon 8-16, Title: Resisting Cultural Norms, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/18/07, AM A. Opening illustration: John Hess Yoder writes in Leadership magazine: While serving as a missionary in Laos, I discovered an illustration of the kingdom of God. Before the colonialists imposed national ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bad Things Happen To Everybody Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 29, 2005
    based on 74 ratings
     | 24,710 views

    First in a series on James. This message deals with principles for handling difficulties in our lives.

    A Study of the Book of James Sermon # 1 “Bad Things Happen To Everybody” James 1:1-10 “I heard a story of a man who was riding on a subway. It was quite crowded and he had to face the door. He was prone to motion sickness and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Superheros

    Contributed by Matthew Eyerman on Oct 3, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,846 views

    Drink deadly poisons, handle serpents, leap tall building: Christian superheros

    Matthew Eyerman September 14, 2003 Corpus Christi Revival I. Introduction 1. you did it & I did it 2. at some point in our lives 3. we wanted to be super heroes 4. able to a. leap tall buildings b. run fast c. stamp out evil d. swing from buildings like a spider e. and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Stewardship Of Gratitude

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,032 views

    How are we to handle all the wonderful things God has given us?

    The Stewardship of Gratitude Montreal/Townships October 15, 2005 Last weekend was a special weekend in Canada- it’s Thanksgiving weekend- and thousands of families enjoyed a special meal and special times together over the course of the weekend. Tables were heaped with special treats, including ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational