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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Breaking Every Barrier To Fulfil Destiny Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 16, 2026
     | 113 views

    This message unveils how God intervenes to remove obstacles and barriers that hinder believers from fulfilling their destiny, empowering them to walk in divine purpose and supernatural success.

    BREAKING EVERY BARRIER TO FULFIL DESTINY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:2 Key Verse: “I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron.” (Isaiah 45:2, KJV) Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:10; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Who Are Our Strangers? Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 13, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,444 views

    Many things conspire to keep people separate, even in the church. Only God can connect us, and it is the cross that binds us. Are we living out that reality, or have we let separations disconnect us?

    When he says it, it feels both enraging and endearing. When he pronounces it, it sounds like irritation, but it also sounds like invitation. It is both attracting and detracting, both including and excluding. I am referring to those moments in the old TV show, when Felix Unger, the neat freak half ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dunn avatar

    (5) I Got You, Babe Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 4, 2025
     | 198 views

    John 6 - Calming the Storm. Jesus reveals the Father’s peace and power as He walks on the storm, showing that divine presence rules even human fear.

    (The Storm Whisperer) Part 1 – John’s El Niño The weather report on the way into the office said hot and dry— pack a lunch, stay hydrated, expect nothing out of the ordinary. That’s the forecast we like: predictable, manageable. But life doesn’t always read the forecast. Storms change our ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Scott Kircher avatar

    The Gospel Of Grace Continues Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 27, 2009
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,477 views

    sermon 3 in Galatians series

    The Gospel of Grace continues… (Galatians 3:1-25) You are saved by grace through faith By faith we accept Jesus death on the Cross (Galatians 3:1) By faith we receive the Spirit (Galatians 3:2) You grow by grace through faith (Galatians 3:3-25) By grace through faith we receive blessings ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Palm Sunday Hides The Coming Glory

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 12, 2025
     | 448 views

    A message about Palm Sunday and how it pre-enacts Christ coming in glory.

    Palm Sunday Sermon - April 13, 2025 It is Palm Sunday! Palm Sunday is always a pretty upbeat and engaging time, as we enter into the joy of the crowd that welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem on a donkey. In fact, Palm Sunday is an essential part of the Easter experience, of the Resurrection Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Furthering Your Faith-6

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 17, 2024
     | 669 views

    6 of 6. The apostle Peter encouraged the Churches to bolster/strengthen their faith in Christ, in order to provide an abundant entrance to God’s kingdom. God’s people are obligated to further their faith. ?What does ‘Furthering Your Faith’ involve or entail? Furthering Your Faith involves...

    FURTHERING Your FAITH-VI—2Peter 1:10-11(:5-11) Attention: The Secret Of Life: A father used to say to his children when they were young: —When you all get older, I will tell you the secret of life. For many years the oldest had been pondering what ‘the secret’ could possibly be. So whenever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Passion For Proclaiming Christ Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,930 views

    PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROCLAIMING JESUS CHRIST DROVE HIM TO FULFILL HIS CALLING TO SACRIFICIALLY MINISTER TO THE GENTILES

    BIG IDEA: PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROCLAIMING JESUS CHRIST DROVE HIM TO FULFILL HIS CALLING TO SACRIFICIALLY MINISTER TO THE GENTILES INTRODUCTION Acts 9:4-6;15-16 – What was Paul’s ordained ministry? His Calling? His special role in the Body of Christ? Paul’s reflection back on how he has lived out ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Harvest Is Plentiful Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 17, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,824 views

    This is the 36th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#36] THE HARVEST IS PLENTIFUL Luke 10:1-16 Introduction: As Jesus looked out over the fields ready for harvest, He saw not just rows of ripe grain but countless souls eager for the message of salvation. The image of a bountiful harvest reminds us that God's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Clear The Way, Part 3 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 17, 2025
     | 170 views

    Jesus became the physical representation of hope from God in a form that we could easily understand: relationship. He became God's part of His covenantal relationship that God desired with His creation!

    John, Part 3 Series: Clear the Way, Part 3 John 1:14-18 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you’ve come to worship today -- Dismiss kids for Children’s Church and Nursery (9 and under) - I never want to assume that we all have the same knowledge … intro: • A young Jewish man; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chris Appleby avatar

    Trouble In The King's Household Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,959 views

    As great a king as David was, he was still a human king with all the flaws of any human being. It would take the coming of Jesus before we had a king who truly reflected God’s heart in all he did; whose leadership would fully reflect God’s character.

    What we’re looking at today is not pretty. Incest, rape, murder, political intrigue leading to a coup d’état, David running for his life. And again we wonder what to make of it all. Why is it in here? Well, there are a couple of reasons it’s in here. One is to show how quickly God’s judgement on ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Trilogy Psalms (22.23.24) Psalm 22 – The Depths Behind Calvary – The Suffering Servant – What Calvary Meant To Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 8, 2022
     | 3,821 views

    Today in heaven, all that the Lord has from this earth, are scars – in His hands, feet, side and head. He also has a glorified human body. We leave this earth with nothing, not a thing. We too will have a glorified human body, like unto His. The only scars in heaven are the scars of redemption.

    TRILOGY PSALMS (22.23.24) PSALM 22 – THE DEPTHS BEHIND CALVARY – THE SUFFERING SERVANT – WHAT CALVARY MEANT TO JESUS CHRIST A Bible Study in Three Psalms – the Trilogy Psalms 22, 23, 24. Today we do only one of those – Psalm 22 INTRODUCTION - THE PSALM TRILOGY Psalms 22, 23, and 24 are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Jones avatar

    Plug Into Power Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,573 views

    this is a look at the vision of Zechariah-where is shown two olive trees connected to an oil lamp, as the angel explains its significance. We are shown the source of power for the Christian Life in this ancient prophetic vision.

    Plug Into Power! Introduce the cast of characters and the scenario: Ezra (Scribe), Nehemia (Engineer), Haggai (rugged outspoken prophet), Zechariah (Prophetic Priest) Joshua (High Priest) , Zerubbabel (Governor of Judah). Zechariah 4:1-10 Now the angel who talked with me came back and wakened ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Scott Maze avatar

    How To Deal With Temptation Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,975 views

    Jesus had powers that no other human possessed. Was Jesus going to use His power for personal ends? Or, would He use His power for the good of others?

    Today we see the convergence of two efforts to promote Christ both in your life and in our community: DNow and You’ve Got the Time. DNow’s focus has been on Engage: A Life of Worship throughout the weekend. You’ve Got the Time is a time when you are empowered to finally finish the entire New ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Jesus, The True Faith Healer

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jan 31, 2015
     | 3,915 views

    We have to take a risk by reaching out to Jesus in faith for healing. Jesus can release us from our suffering and then use our story to encourage others.

    Have you ever wanted something so much that you were willing to do anything to get it? If so, you can appreciate what Jairus and the woman did in Mark 5:21-43.. Jairus was one of a group of key people who oversaw some of the administrative duties of local synagogues. He was not a priest. In this ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Charles Mallory avatar

    Giving What We Are Able

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 3, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,530 views

    Stewardship is an issue of sincerity that depends more upon what is in our hearts than what is in our wallets.

    IN HIS BOOK “THE DISCIPLINE OF SERVICE,” RICHARD FOSTER WROTE: “SELF-RIGHTEOUS SERVICE COMES THROUGH HUMAN EFFORT. TRUE SERVICE COMES FROM A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE DIVINE OTHER DEEP INSIDE. SELF-RIGHTEOUS SERVICE IS IMPRESSED WITH THE "BIG DEAL." TRUE SERVICE FINDS IT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist