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  • Daniel Olukoya avatar

    The Principle Of Profitless Hard Work

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 28, 2004
    based on 114 ratings
     | 55,148 views

    On the front, Jesus prayed for fruit, in the middle, He bore fruit afterwards he thanked God for fruit so work as if you were to live a hundred years, pray as if you were to die tomorrow.

    The Lord will do special things through this message. It will release you into your divine destiny and will become a positive memorial in your life. Therefore, I want you to decree loud and clear like this: "My heavens, open by fire now, in the name of Jesus." "Every Pharaoh that is pursuing my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Walk After The Spirit Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on May 27, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,466 views

    Based on Galatians 5:16, 25, and Romans 8:1, this message compares walking in the flesh to walking in the Spirit. The fuel, focus, and finish line of each way of walking is examined.

    Walk after the Spirit (Our Spiritual Walk #6) Galatians 5:16, 25; Romans 8:1 INTRODUCTION: Galatians 5:25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. When we talk about our Spiritual Walk, we’re talking about more than taking a step or two. We’re talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Be Invisible Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,695 views

    There is a way to do wonderful things for God and fade into the background. Our human nature wants to get the credit and be the focus. Our godly nature tells us otherwise. Learn how to be an active part of God’s plan by disappearing.

    Where have we been so far? Chapter 5: rely and focus on the Lord, not on ourselves. Make, keep, and fix broken relationships as God fixed the broken relationship with us. Now in Chapter 6 we move to being an active part in focusing others on God—the source of life. What’s the use of having ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    God Confirming Paul's Message By Miracles Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 11, 2017
     | 7,970 views

    When our Lord performed miracles He usually had at least three purposes in mind: (1) to show His compassion and meet human needs; (2) to teach a spiritual truth; and (3) to present His credentials as the Messiah.

    This July 8, 2015 By: Tom Lowe Title: God Confirming Paul's Message by Miracles (Acts 19:11-12) Acts 19:11-12 (KJV) 11 And God wrought special ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Redeemed From Rebellion

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 2, 2017
     | 6,991 views

    As Hosea redeemed his wife, Gomer, from the slave market, he revealed the unwavering love of God for Israel. This was also a beautiful picture of what Christ would do for humanity as He offered Himself the atoning sacrifice for sin.

    Redeemed from Rebellion Hosea 3: 1-3 Last week we were introduced to the prophet Hosea, and the difficult situations brought upon the family due to the infidelity of his wife, Gomer. God planned to use this most difficult situation to teach Israel a lesson about their sin, and His unwavering love. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What If We All Prayed

    Contributed by Wayde Wilson on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,790 views

    It is important for the church to pray together. It is important for the church to seek the face of God.

    This week has been designated by our General Superintendent, Thomas Trask as a special “Week of Prayer” to begin the New Year. Trask said, “This church (the A/G) has always been a praying church. But we need to intensify our commitment to prayer and continually renew the altar within our churches, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trials, Perseverance, And Maturity

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,089 views

    We face many trials in life, the key to victory is faith.

    Trials, Perseverance, and Maturity James 1:2-4 NIV James 1:2-4 NIV 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Radical Love Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 14, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,900 views

    Jesus provides us with an ideal prescription for what radical love requires and looks like. Through the Holy Spirit, He empowers us to live it. How will WE choose to respond?

    RADICAL LOVE Third in Series: “Love In Action” Rev. Todd G. Leupold Perth Bible Church July 13, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: As we continue to talk about “Love In Action,” it is important that we understand the tremendous differences between living love in motion, and going through the motions. For a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wisdom In Worship

    Contributed by Ulysses Mckneely on May 28, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,084 views

    God centered worship is all God will accept.

    Not Long ago there was a study performed by The Program on Public Values at Trinity College in Hartford, Conn., regarding religion in America. That survey found that those who identify themselves as Christians have decreased from 86% of Americans in 1990 to only 76% in 2008. During that same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Doing A New Thing In You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,175 views

    Encourages believers to find hope in God's ongoing work in their lives, hold onto His promises, and continually transform in response to His Word.

    Good morning, dear church family. It's a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, and I am grateful for the opportunity to share God's Word with you today. As we open our hearts and minds to the divine wisdom contained in the sacred scriptures, let us remember that every word is a gift from ...read more

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    Recover Your Faith Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 15, 2023
     | 1,673 views

    Today we are going to look at two people who laughed, but it was not a joke - it was a promise that was humanly impossible.

    RECOVER YOUR FAITH Genesis 18:9-15 Genesis 21:1-7 Introduction A sense of humor is a good thing. (Bulletin Bloopers) Proverbs 15:13, 15 A happy heart makes the face cheerful… The cheerful heart has a continual feast. Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine… Today we are going to look ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living By The Spirit (A Devotion And Bible Study)

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 20, 2025
     | 268 views

    The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life.

    Living by the Spirit A Devotion and Bible Study Scripture Focus: Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 8:14-16 Theme Overview: The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Happiness Is An Oily Beard" Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 206 ratings
     | 31,665 views

    Unity among Christians does not require uniformity Community is rooted in relationship

    “Happiness is an Oily Beard” Psalm 133 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Here’s an interesting observation—there is a Commandment about honoring our mothers and fathers, so why isn’t there one about brothers and sisters? There is: “Thou shalt not kill.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "Sharing Our Church & Faith With Others"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 18,051 views

    Practical ways we can witness for Christ

    Sharing our church and our faith with others Scripture Reading: Psalm 126 Most of us want to let others know about our church, and we’d even like to be able to tell people about our faith in Christ…yet we’re hesitant, reluctant. We’re afraid of how they might react, afraid we might do a poor ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Take Courage

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Sep 18, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 11,250 views

    A message on faith and how to grow in our faith with God. I give 4 points that will help people grow in there faith and understanding of God, Enjoy!

    Title: Take Courage! Text: Mark 6:45-52 Using Dan 3 and the 3 Hebrew Children Pray!!! • Introduction: - What is Faith? - Faith is the radar that guides the ship into port when the person can’t see. - Faith is described this way by one person: Trusting commitment of one person to another, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal