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  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Five Ways To Keep Your Wealth Or Riches Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Dec 12, 2022
     | 2,123 views

    Some hold the belief of being wealthy or rich as what we obtain from God's blessing through wisdom, responsibility, discipline, hard work, saving, investing, and seeking God's will.

    Five ways to keep your wealth or riches Written by Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel; December 12, 2022 “The silver is mine and gold is mine; declares the LORD Almighty.” Haggai 2:8. INTRODUCTION. Wealth or riches has a bigger role to play in the view of people, and believers also are not spared ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    The Power Of Personal Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 24, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,054 views

    In Joshua 7:10, we find a powerful message from the Lord to Joshua after the defeat of the Israelites at Ai. This verse holds valuable lessons for us today, reminding us of the importance of faith, obedience, and the consequences of sin.

    I. Understanding the context (Joshua 7:1-9): To fully grasp the Lord's question to Joshua, we must first understand the context. In this passage, we learn about Achan's disobedience by taking items devoted for destruction from Jericho. This act led to Israel's defeat in the battle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lewis Martin avatar

    Spirit Filled Freedom

    Contributed by Lewis Martin on Jun 7, 2025
     | 412 views

    Sometimes the things that have a hold on us aren’t so harmless. Sometimes we’re carrying things—wounds, habits, lies—that quietly shape our lives without us even realizing it.

    Sermon Title: “Spirit-Filled Freedom” Texts: Acts 2:1–4; Galatians 4:1–7 [5:16–26] INTRODUCTION: “What’s Got a Hold on You?” Let me ask you something this morning: What’s got a hold on you? I’m not talking about what you like. I’m talking about the thing that pulls at you—that has a little more ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Praying For Those In Authority Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025
     | 809 views

    As believers, we are instructed by Scripture to pray for those in authority. This includes government leaders, rulers, and anyone who holds a position of influence. Our prayers are not only for their guidance and well-being but also for the peace, stability, and righteousness of the nation.

    PRAYING FOR THOSE IN AUTHORITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-2 "I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession, and thanksgiving be made for all people— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Why Ruth? A Mothers Day Sermon.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on May 9, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,010 views

    The book of Ruth holds many themes. Her life was a blessing, an unknown blessing in her time. We live lives of which the outcomes are often unknown. Her's brought a blessing to the whole world. Why?

    Ruth: a Mother’s Day sermon. The book of Ruth starts with the words, “In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land. So, a man from Bethlehem in Judah, together with his wife and two sons, went to live for a while in the country of Moab.” (Ruth 1:1) Incidentally the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon – Experiencing Freedom From Darkness

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 10, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 450 views

    Satan’s power only lies in darkness, smoke and mirrors. Though the darkness may seem deep, engulfing, and suffocating, it has no real hold on the believer. The believer has been called out of darkness into the marvelous light.

    Sermon – Experiencing Freedom From Darkness Scripture -1Peter 2:6-9 “As the Scriptures say, “I am placing a cornerstone in Jerusalem, chosen for great honor, and anyone who trusts in him will never be disgraced.” Yes, you who trust him recognize the honor God has given him. But for those who reject ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Helping Christians Rely On Grace

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 18, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,519 views

    Learning how to balance the Bible’s emphasis of truth and grace is a continual struggle for most people working with legalists. There is such a thing as a healthy fear of God. Learning how to love, reverence and trust the Lord involves holding God in holy

    Helping Christians Rely On Grace 2 Corinthians 13:14 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) HELPING CHRISTIANS RELY MORE ON GOD’S GRACE THAN ON LAW Learning how to balance the Bible’s emphasis of truth and grace is a continual struggle for most people working with legalists. There is such a thing as ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Greg Johnson avatar

    Good Results Out Of All Things Series

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jan 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,526 views

    In whatever you go through in life, hold on to the promise of God that He works good results out of all things. As you love Him and submit to His Lordship, you can rest assured that He is fulfilling this promise.

    Good Results out of All Things The Good News of God By Greg Johnson January 17, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org Romans 8:28 Do you remember a time in your life when you were going through something very difficult and you could not see how anything good could ever come out of it? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Gaston avatar

    Secrets Of The Dream Keepers

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 30, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,333 views

    Many individuals in Scripture received dreams from God that pointed to their potential great service or possibilities. Often these individuals experienced circumstances, for years, which contradicted God’s dream. What steps did they take to hold on & see

    SECRETS OF THE DREAM KEEPERS Numbers 12:6 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. a. "Doctor, I really need your help", I said. "Every night for the past two weeks I’m dreaming about some rats playing football." b. "Here, take these pills tonight before you go to bed and you will be fine." c. "But can ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Imitate Christ Not The Antichrist Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,103 views

    Three questions arise to me out of our chapter: • Who is the Man of lawlessness? • What power is holding back the rise of the antichrist? • How do I keep from being deceived by the Great Deceiver?

    Series: Imitators Summary of last week: 2 Thessalonians was written shortly after the first letter was delivered. Most likely the deliverer of the first letter noted some serious misunderstandings of The Coming of the Lord and end times beliefs which needed to be addressed. Paul writes this letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid avatar

    Trying Times - Hurricane Andrew Series

    Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jun 1, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,398 views

    A comparative: the affliction of Hurricane Andrew, lost love and broken hearts (Thanking God for placing things in perspective that there is no great affliction or small affliction that we hold in our hearts that is too much for God's love to deal with, i

    Trying Times -Hurricane Andrew by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (5/29/2013, 6/1/2013) “Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you, Cleanse your hands, ye sinners, and purify your hearts, ye double-minded (James 4:8, King James Version (KJV), [Patience in ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    I-Live Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 25, 2009
    based on 67 ratings
     | 43,071 views

    The Bible tells us that man has always feared death. But Jesus give us the reason to overcome that fear by offering us resurrection. How can we lay hold of that promise and how does it change our lives?

    OPEN: We’ve been talking about iPods the past few weeks, and as we’ve mentioned before iPods are a wondrous playthings, capable of storing and playing thousands of your personal favorite songs at the touch of button. But iPods do not magically perform this service. They need power. Where do iPods ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Restoring The Hope Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,755 views

    The hope of Christmas is not a sentimental hope… it’s filled with sentiments of a child born in a manger… of becoming one with us… of making the world a better place… but we must shake off the sentimental hope to take hold of the substance… the prophe

    Intro It’s especially wonderful to gather together tonight. As a teenager… one of the most significant spiritual senses I had came on Christmas Eve… I can still remember at around 16… driving to a late night candlelight services. I was drawn into the wonder… God incarnate. It’s never left me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chad Bolfa avatar

    How To Handle Temptation

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,367 views

    Temptation comes in many forms; we are tempted not to tell the truth, to take something that does not belong to us, to take advantage of someone, to gossip, to over eat, to hold a grudge, or to withhold from the Lord that which rightfully belongs to him.

    How to Handle Temptation James 1:13-18 Introduction Do you struggle with temptation? I heard of someone who said, “I don’t struggle with temptation, I just give in to it!” That is not the answer! But the fact is, there isn’t a day that goes by that we are not tempted in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Benner avatar

    Let's Make A Deal

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 29, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,777 views

    The devil wants to find out if you have a selling price. He will make some offers that sound too good to believe, and they always are. Hold out against his deceitful offers and God will reward you in the end.

    Get Sold Out, Not just Hold'n Out Luke 12:16-21 Man is made up of body, soul, and spirit. This trinity of mankind will work to be unified. You can't give your soul to God, your spirit to the devil, and your body to the world. Our God is a jealous God, but He is also a gentlemen. He is not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal