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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    Predicting The Future

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 2, 2023
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    Predicting your future can be done when you choose between Light and Darkness. A life with Jesus or a life with Satan. Jesus' choice was Satan or God. Good thing he selected God!

    Predicting the Future John 12:26-37 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 12:27 “Now My soul has become troubled; and what shall I say, Father, save Me from this hour’? But for this purpose I came to this hour. 28 “Father, glorify Your name.” Then a voice came out of heaven: “I have both glorified ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Best Is Yet To Come

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 14, 2023
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    However, we may not even see a glimpse in this life. We may have to go through what seems like Hell on the way to Heaven.

    Everyone likes to use the phrase the best is yet to come. If you are not a Christian the worst is yet to come. Your life may be golden here, but in the end your life will be Hell for eternity. Indeed, the best for a Christian is to be in Heaven so the best is yet to come. However, that does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Will Harboring Pride In Our Hearts Do To Us?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 21, 2024
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    Pride is self-esteem, confidence, and satisfaction in self. Some people try to run their own lives without God, as if they do not need Him, because they put themselves first.

    Obadiah is the shortest book of the Bible. It is titled “The Vision of Obadiah” as it prophesies the judgment to fall on the nation of Edom. The Edomites were descendants of Esau which made them related to the children of Israel (Genesis 25:19-27:45). Because of Edom’s defiance of God, their ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Beyond The Upper Room: The Promised Empowerment Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 1, 2023
     | 1,795 views

    The Second Chapter of Acts describes the birth of the church in accordance with the declaration of the Lord Jesus (Matthew 16:13-19). Acts shows the power and direction of the Holy Spirit in the work of the church beyond the day of Pentecost.

    Every Bible-believing follower of Jesus Christ will confess, affirm, and proclaim that what happened to the one hundred and twenty followers of Jesus on the Day of Pentecost was an undeniable supernatural act of the Holy Spirit in accordance with the teaching and promise given by the Lord Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beyond The Upper Room: The Proclamation Of The Church

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 8, 2023
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    This message gives a survey of the events leading up to Pentecost and the command from the Lord Jesus to preach the Gospel to everyone. This is an adaptation of a message from the 1995 edition of the Zondervan's Pastor's Annual. It needed no update, for the Word of God is eternal.

    The disciples were made up of men who had been called from their chosen professions to follow Jesus of Nazareth. Having left all, it must have seemed to them that at the crucifixion of Jesus they had lost all. Following the admonition of their Lord, whom they saw disappear into the clouds, they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maintaining Holiness In A Corrupt World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 18, 2025
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    Maintaining holiness in a corrupt world is not optional for the believer—it is essential. You are called to be different, to shine as light, and to be the salt of the earth.

    MAINTAINING HOLINESS IN A CORRUPT WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18, James 1:27, Titus 2:11-14, Philippians 2:15 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is not just an old-fashioned concept—it is the eternal standard of God. In a world ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Because He Lives Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 18, 2025
     | 1,146 views

    The resurrection of Jesus is the anchor of our Christian faith. When He rose from the dead, He sealed our victory, guaranteed our eternal hope, and empowered us to face tomorrow with boldness.

    BECAUSE HE LIVES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 14:19 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:9, 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, Hebrews 7:25, Revelation 1:18, Acts 2:24 INTRODUCTION: The resurrection of Jesus is the anchor of our Christian faith. When He rose from the dead, He sealed our victory, guaranteed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Dismisses Your Case With Mercy Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025
     | 281 views

    God extends His mercy to forgive, overlook, and release believers from judgment, giving them peace and new beginnings.

    THE GOD WHO DISMISSES YOUR CASE WITH MERCY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 103:8-12 (KJV) “The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. He will not always chide: neither will he keep his anger for ever. He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
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    Obedience is the foundation of spiritual authority and divine favour. God does not accept substitutes for obedience—sacrifice, talent, position, or charisma cannot replace a heart yielded to Him.

    OBEDIENCE IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 15:1-23 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 28:1-2, Proverbs 21:3, John 14:15, Isaiah 1:19-20, Hebrews 10:5-9 INTRODUCTION: God places a high premium on obedience. In His kingdom, obedience is not optional—it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Thanksgiving

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 30, 2025
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     | 3,477 views

    Prayer and thanksgiving in the fall.

    A. WHERE WE GOT THANKSGIVING 1. What happened at the first Thanksgiving at Plymouth Rock December 1621? a. Three-day feast by 90 Indians and 50 colonists ate from their harvest of hunted turkeys and deer. b. Athletic events, races, wrestling, etc. c. Prayers. 2. Practice of Colonist. a. Day ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solemnity Of The Ascension Of The Lord And Mother's Day

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 11, 2024
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    We are chasing a sense of enoughness. But it remains ever out of reach, and the effort and anxiety are burning us out. American "performancism."

    Martha Campbell said of flunking her final exams and the resulting report card, and what her parents did: "I got a no TV for a week in math, a no dessert for a month in history, and a just wait 'til your father gets home in social studies." My seminary Bible teacher said, “The ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Divine Empowerment (Part 1)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
     | 1,289 views

    Divine empowerment refers to the supernatural enablement given by God to fulfil His purpose and walk in victory.

    DIVINE EMPOWERMENT (PART 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:29-31, Zechariah 4:6, Ephesians 3:16, 2 Timothy 1:7, Luke 24:49 INTRODUCTION: Divine empowerment refers to the supernatural enablement given by God to fulfil His purpose and walk in victory. Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Learning To Forgive As Christ Forgave

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 2, 2025
     | 685 views

    Just as we have received God’s mercy, we are commanded to extend the same to others, no matter the offence.

    LEARNING TO FORGIVE AS CHRIST FORGAVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:13 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:14-15, Ephesians 4:31-32, Luke 23:34, Matthew 18:21-35, Romans 5:8 INTRODUCTION: Forgiveness is one of the most powerful and liberating principles of the Christian life. At the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Delivered Through Obedience PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
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    This sermon explores the story of Naaman, emphasizing the importance of humility, obedience, and seeking healing from God amidst our personal struggles.

    Good morning, dear friends. It’s always a joy to gather with you, to share our hearts, and to immerse ourselves in the life-giving truth of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves in the pages of 2 Kings, chapter 5, verses 8 through 14. It's a familiar story for many, filled with lessons that still ...read more

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    Growing Up Series

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jul 21, 2007
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     | 5,611 views

    Sermon 13 in Galatians series. Believers are compared to a child who has grown up and no longer needs a pedagogue. From slavery to freedom, from slavery to sonship!

    06/10/2007 Growing Up (Gal 4:1-11) How do you know when you have Grown UP? I know what you are thinking – some of us never have But really – how do you know? Something kind of missing in our culture nowadays is a rite of passage, some ceremony that shows everyone that you have come of age. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist