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  • Bill Huffhine avatar

    The Almost Christian

    Contributed by Bill Huffhine on Mar 25, 2006
    based on 133 ratings
     | 41,833 views

    A contemporary rendering of John Wesley’s famous sermon illuminating the differences between one who is simply wears the Christian lable and one who is truly reborn.

    There’s a movie out at the theaters now, and I’m wondering how many of you have seen it. Has anyone seen the movie “Elf” yet? Although I have yet to see it, I heard the basic storyline in a review of the movie and thought to myself that the storyline of the movie sounds remarkably similar to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    A Wise Heart Cry Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,375 views

    The church who has revelation about the Great Commission and is Illuminated by the Holy Ghost, will have the same heart cry as Solomon, “O Lord give us wisdom.

    Title: A Wise Heart Cry Theme: Grasping the Wisdom of God “Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom. Though it cost you all you have, get understanding. Esteem her, and she will exalt you; embrace her, and she will honor you.” (Proverbs 4:7-8) The Lord is pleased when His children ask for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Strong Men (And Women Too)

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 31, 2004
    based on 79 ratings
     | 8,219 views

    For Black History Month; using the poetry of Sterling A. Brown, "Strong Men", to illuminate the African-American experience and to connect with Paul’s analysis of the source of strength.

    Bill Cosby has a routine about little old ladies who stand around looking cool. He says that if you mess with one of these harmless-looking, gray-haired little old ladies, don’t imagine that you can take them on and win. Says Cosby, you ought never to mess with a little old lady standing around ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Transformed By Truth: The Liberating Power Of God's Truth John 8:32 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 25, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,641 views

    John 8:32 illuminates the transformative impact of knowing and embracing God's truth, setting us free from bondage and leading us into a life of spiritual liberation.

    Transformed by Truth: The Liberating Power of God's Truth John 8:32 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound truth of God's liberating power as revealed in John 8:32. This verse illuminates the transformative impact of knowing and embracing God's truth, setting us free from ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    When Light Becomes Darkness

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jan 3, 2012
    based on 59 ratings
     | 72,162 views

    One of the names by which Christians are known is "Light.” Christians are supposed to be the light in this dark world. Christians are supposed to show the way to people who do not know the way. They are supposed to direct those who are in darkness

    Matthew 5:14-16 says, “Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle, and put it under a bushel, but on a candle stick; and it giveth light unto all that are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Loving God's Word

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 23, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,080 views

    In Psalms 119:113-136 The Psalmist gives 4 steps to loving God's word.

    Loving God’s Word When I found this passage during my devotional time I must say the words made me stop and examine myself. I asked myself the following questions and I hope and pray that you might ask similar questions as well. Do I really love the word of God the way that I should? Has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    My Star Must Shine (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 18, 2025
     | 1,223 views

    God created every man with a destiny to shine. A star represents glory, visibility, and divine relevance.

    MY STAR MUST SHINE (PART 2) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 2:1-2 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 60:1-3, Numbers 24:17, Genesis 37:9-10, Job 22:28, John 1:5 INTRODUCTION: God created every man with a destiny to shine. A star represents glory, visibility, and divine relevance. In the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Am! Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 8, 2023
     | 2,341 views

    Jesus is light—trust Him to guide you. Jesus is life—trust Him to free you. Jesus Lord—trust Him to rule you. It’s the only way your life will make any sense.

    Steve Brown talked about a man who asked a mail-order company to send plans for a birdhouse. Instead of sending him the plans for a birdhouse, they sent him plans for a sailboat. He tried to put it together, but it just wouldn't work. He couldn't figure what kind of bird was going to live ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Holy Ghost And Fire

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025
     | 1,249 views

    John the Baptist declared that Jesus would baptise us with the Holy Ghost and fire. This fire is not destructive like natural fire but purifying, empowering, and refining. It is the fire that burns out sin, fuels passion, ignites purpose, and brings spiritual boldness.

    THE HOLY GHOST AND FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 3:11 Supporting Texts: Acts 2:1-4, Luke 24:49, Isaiah 4:4, Acts 10:38, Romans 12:11 INTRODUCTION: The coming of the Holy Ghost is not just a theological concept but a divine encounter that transforms ordinary men into vessels of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Salt, Light And Fire

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025
     | 774 views

    As salt, light, and fire, God has empowered us to make a difference in the world. These symbols show that Christianity is not passive; it is active, vibrant, and transformational. You are meant to preserve, to shine, and to burn for God.

    SALT, LIGHT AND FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:13-16 "Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men. Ye are the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Divine Visitation And Destiny Revelation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025
     | 420 views

    Divine visitation is heaven’s strategy for revealing and launching men into destiny. When God visits, He does not merely comfort; He commissions. He speaks identity, confirms purpose, and equips for assignment.

    DIVINE VISITATION AND DESTINY REVELATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 49:1-6, Judges 6:11-14, Acts 9:3-6, Genesis 12:1-4, Luke 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest benefits of divine visitation is the unveiling of destiny. Many live and die ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Reviving A Dying Conscience

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 13, 2025
     | 146 views

    A dying conscience is one of the greatest dangers to a believer’s spiritual life. It can lead to persistent sin, deception, and even spiritual death.

    REVIVING A DYING CONSCIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:1-2 Supporting Texts: Titus 1:15, Romans 2:14-15, Hebrews 9:14, Acts 24:16, Psalm 51:10 INTRODUCTION: The conscience is the God-given moral compass in every person that distinguishes right from wrong. It is the inner ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Crippling Effects Of Envy

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on Jul 11, 2001
    based on 314 ratings
     | 38,240 views

    If you have envy in your heart it will cripple your life in so many ways. The Bible illuminates the ways that envy cripples and why God hates it so much.

    THE CRIPPLING EFFECTS OF ENVY  (JAMES 4:1-10) INTRODUCTION: Envy… I’d like begin today by reading to you a couple of interesting stories I picked up while surfing the Internet a few weeks ago. Story #1: "The Ann Arbor News crime column reported that a man walked into a Burger King in Ypisalanti, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Speaking With God.

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Dec 27, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,224 views

    along with illumination brings human obligation. Abraham was given some practical instructions. In verse one we see that God says walk before me, and be thou perfect.

    Speaking with God. Genesis 17. 12/22/04 At least 14 years have elapsed in Abraham’s life since God was last recorded as speaking with him. During that time, Ishmael, Abraham’s son by Hagar had been born and grown to a boy of 13. Abraham and Sarah had grown to the age of 99 and 89 which made ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Publicly Identifying With Christ

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 23, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,987 views

    I would propose to you that the Lord is not bound to the doctrine of men, but longs for Christians to have Holy Spirit illumination of God’s Word about water baptism.

    Title: Publicly Identifying With Christ Topic: Water Baptism and Your Responsibility Introduction: The church often struggles under the results of the cancers of traditionalism, legalism, denominationalism, and faddisms. For example, there was a season when certain denominations worked with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational