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  • Ryan Loyd avatar

    Nine Fruits: Self Control Series

    Contributed by Ryan Loyd on Oct 28, 2015
     | 8,014 views

    A series on the Fruits of the Spirit: Self Control

    Galatians 5:22-23 (NIV) 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Introduction: Most people don’t live with Self Control They live Controlled by the their Flesh Many ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Blessing Of The New Covenant PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 8, 2024
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     | 1,237 views

    This sermon explores God's unwavering commitment to His people, His transformative grace, and our dependence on His promises, as illustrated in Jeremiah's prophecy.

    Good morning, cherished family of God. It is indeed a joyous day to gather together in the house of the Lord, to bask in His radiant presence, to drink from the well of His wisdom, and to find comfort in the community of His people. We are here, not as solitary individuals, but as a collective ...read more

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    Fruit Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 19, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,412 views

    The fruit of the Spirit is produced because of what we are. It takes time to develop and requires careful cultivation.

    Fruit of the Spirit Galatians 5:22-26 INTRO.: I was enjoying a bowl of cereal topped with peaches we froze last July and I realized one of the nicest things about living in the country is all the fresh fruit that’s available. We always eat a lot of fruit in the spring and summer then freeze some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Becoming Refined

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 3, 2014
     | 6,305 views

    Have you fallen over and over again in your Christian walk? It could be that all this falling is meant to draw out of you all that is impure so that God can refine you

    Becoming refined She was born Feb 2, 1929 as Patricia Routledge but you may know her best from her television personality as Hyacinth Bucket (Bouquet). She is the middle class wife who has upper class aspirations. She is the lead character of the British television series called - Keeping ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Nothing Too Hard For God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,328 views

    This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's limitless power, navigate doubts with faith, and honor His omnipotence, despite human limitations and uncertainties.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. I stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, encouraging you to look up and see the greatness of our God. A God who is not confined by our understanding or our circumstances, but whose abilities are as boundless as the heavens. We find ...read more

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    Victory Through Dependence On God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 1, 2025
     | 240 views

    In every generation, God seeks people who will not rely on the arm of flesh but will depend wholly on Him. Victory is not reserved for the strong or the skilled, but for those who trust in the Lord and seek His face in prayer.

    VICTORY THROUGH DEPENDENCE ON GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 5:18-22 Supporting Texts: Psalm 20:7-8, Proverbs 21:31, Isaiah 31:1, 2 Chronicles 20:12, Zechariah 4:6 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with battles – physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental. Whether personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Rewards Faithful Service

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025
     | 247 views

    Faithful service to God is never in vain. Even if men fail to appreciate or notice, God sees, remembers, and rewards both in this life and the next.

    THE GOD WHO REWARDS FAITHFUL SERVICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 6:10 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:21, 1 Corinthians 15:58, Galatians 6:9, Colossians 3:23–24 INTRODUCTION: God is a righteous Judge who never overlooks the labor of love His children show in His name. Faithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Bondage Of Legalism And Freedom Of True Righteousness Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 3,643 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Bondage of Legalism and Freedom of True Righteousness

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Bondage of Legalism and Freedom of True Righteousness Philipians 3:1-11 David Taylor Legalism is as deadly as it is dangerous. It brings about spiritual bondage and frustration in the Christian life, it hampers the inner transformation that God intends; and it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Full, But Empty Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 86 ratings
     | 17,849 views

    This message is part of series from Isaiah paralleling ancient Israel and America. Israel was attempting to exault itself. It exposes the problem of human pride and self-sufficiency.

    ISAIAH 2:6-11 FULL, BUT EMPTY Deuteronomy 18:9-14 Why is it imperative that Israel learn to walk in the light of the Lord? Because there is no future or hope in their present condition and way of life. Isaiah now depicts the foolishness of humanity attempting to exalt itself. The cause ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speaking In The Authority Of Christ's Name

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,328 views

    Theme - He learned how to speak in the authority, power and with the backing of the promises of God. He said, "In the name of Jesus of Nazareth, rise up and walk." Just as Jesus said, "I have come in my Father’s name" (Jn. 5:43),

    Have you ever wondered how Peter and the apostles were able to do such great miracles? Theme - He learned how to speak in the authority, power and with the backing of the promises of God. He said, "In the name of Jesus of Nazareth, rise up and walk." Just as Jesus said, "I have come in my ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Healing Touch Of Jesus

    Contributed by Alexander John on Aug 18, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,906 views

    jesus’ restoration to enemies and who abandoned Him

    The healing touch of Jesus Mark 14:47, Luke 22.50.51 John 21.15ff This is the last miracle Jesus had performed .this is recorded in 4 gospels, only Luke records the healing, john says it was peter Malchus, peter and Jesus are the characters Scene; garden of Gethsemane Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Transformers

    Contributed by Rob Brown on Feb 17, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 9,904 views

    transforming culture

    TRANSFORMERS “MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE” Tonight’s chat is going to be interactive. We are going to look at transformation. Q: If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? Q: If you could change something about your spiritual life, what would it be? Charades: 1. Caterpillar ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Concerned Spirit Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,730 views

    Paul’s words to the Roman Christians in his introduction suggest ten marks of true spiritual service. Verse eight showed Paul’s thankful spirit. Verses 9-10a reveal a second mark of true spiritual service and that is a Concerned Spirit. Although he was gr

    A Concerned Spirit Self-righteous service comes through human effort. True service comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ deep inside. Self-righteous service is impressed with the “big deal.” True service finds it almost impossible to distinguish the small from the large ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Encounters With God

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Nov 5, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,399 views

    Isaiah’s call after a vision of God, His holiness, His power and His plan

    Intro: I now have completed half of a century as part of a Pentecostal family. My grandfather was a Pentecostal Pastor, my roots go back to Pentecostal Assembly in Bangor whose Pastor was Clifford Crabtree, father of Charles and David Crabtree. I ate sawdust at camp meeting when I was a toddler. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The High Priest Of Heaven

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,406 views

    study on Melchizedek

    Intro: if we were to ask people today to name some of the most important people in the Bible, I am sure the names Jesus, Abraham, David, Moses, Elijah, Peter, Paul and John would be at the top of the list. A name that wouldn’t probably even make the list is Melchizedek—But today, I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God