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  • Paddick Van Zyl avatar

    Open Arms

    Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Oct 21, 2014
     | 6,692 views

    We are the arms of God on earth....

    Sermon by Pr. Paddick Van Zyl Oct 21, 2014 Title: Open Arms Intro: Have you ever watched someone run to a loved one that has their arms wide open? Ever seen a dad beckon to his son or daughter to jump, he will catch them? There is a 'magical' and comforting aspect to arms that are wide open as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Awkward Conversation

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,237 views

    Three truths about Jesus's kingdom gleaned from Pilate's conversation with him

    Opening illustration: Describe the situation from Manifest last week. B. Background to passage: C. Main thought: Three truths about Jesus’s kingdom gleaned from Pilate’s conversation with him 1) A Kingdom with No Walls (v. 36) a. Outside of the religious language of the “kingdom of God,” the use of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Be Transformed Through The Word Of God Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016
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     | 16,282 views

    Understanding the disciplines in everyday Christian life.

    Series: Discipline – Week 2 Scripture: Romans 12:2 Title: How to be transformed through the Word of God Focus: Establishment of Spiritual Disciplines Introduction: Discipline is the total transformation of self. Spiritual discipline is a quest to change what you once were (old self) into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Love In Action

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jul 10, 2025
     | 413 views

    Love is not just a word, it is something we choose to do. Love is action it's something we do. This message helps us learn to love like Jesus...

    This message has personal real-life illustrations, feel free to use them as your own or modify them to suit your need. Illustration: The Burning Building Rescue One Time we got a call to a Structure fire, upon our arrival flames were coming out of the carport and side of the house probably about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus Said, "i Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life"

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 2, 2024
     | 997 views

    This sermon explores one of the most profound and transformative statements that Jesus made during His earthly ministry.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we are going to explore one of the most profound and transformative statements that Jesus made during His earthly ministry. In John 14:6, Jesus declares, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Divorce In Biblical Perspective Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 12, 2024
     | 805 views

    Divorce is a reality that affects many lives and families, including those within the church. It is essential to approach this subject with compassion, understanding, and a firm grounding in the Word of God.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to discuss a sensitive yet crucial topic: divorce. Divorce is a reality that affects many lives and families, including those within the church. It is essential to approach this subject with compassion, understanding, and a firm ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The True Sabbath: Understanding God's Gift To Humanity

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 18, 2024
     | 857 views

    The Sabbath is a divine institution, a gift from God, yet its understanding and observance have been a point of contention.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to delve into a significant and often debated topic within Christianity: the true meaning of the Sabbath. The Sabbath is a divine institution, a gift from God, yet its understanding and observance have been a point of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Threats To Christian Homes In The Digital And Post-Modern World Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 18, 2024
     | 1,275 views

    Our homes should be sanctuaries of faith, love, and godly values, yet they are often under siege from various influences that can undermine our spiritual foundation.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to discuss a topic that is increasingly relevant and pressing: the threats to Christian homes in the digital and post-modern world. Our homes should be sanctuaries of faith, love, and godly values, yet they are often under siege ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Resolving Conflict As Christians

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 27, 2024
     | 795 views

    Conflict is an inevitable part of life. But how we handle it can either glorify God or hinder our testimony.

    Introduction Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we are going to discuss a topic that is vital to our witness as believers: how Christians should settle conflicts or disputes. Conflict is an inevitable part of life, but how we handle it can either glorify God or hinder ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Arise, My Soul

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Sep 17, 2025
     | 224 views

    Allow each verse of the hymn, "Arise, My Soul, Arise" to guide us into a deeper understanding of salvation, assurance, and victory in Christ.

    Arise, My Soul Text: “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” (Hebrews 4:16 KJV) Introduction Charles Wesley’s hymn “Arise, My Soul, Arise” is a call to lift our hearts from guilt, doubt, and fear into the bold ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Gift We Receive, The Life We Live Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 21, 2026
     | 204 views

    The God who saved you is the God who shapes you. The Christ who redeemed you is the Christ who renews you. The Spirit who sealed you is the Spirit who strengthens you. Salvation is received in a moment. Salvation is revealed over a lifetime.

    BIG IDEA: SALVATION IS RECEIVED IN A MOMENT BUT REVEALED OVER A LIFETIME. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: THE HOUSE AND THE HOME Imagine someone giving you a fully paid-for house. The deed is in your name. You didn’t earn it. You didn’t negotiate for it. You simply received it. But receiving a house is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Role Of Prayer In Achieving Divine Breakthroughs Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 22, 2025
     | 869 views

    One of the most powerful tools God has given us to access breakthroughs is prayer.

    THE ROLE OF PRAYER IN ACHIEVING DIVINE BREAKTHROUGHS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Text: James 5:16b “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.” Supporting Text: Jeremiah 33:3 “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and show thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    How Can I Raise A "Normal" Child In A World That Is Out Of Control?

    Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000
    based on 214 ratings
     | 7,928 views

    Biblical parenting principals will help to raise a healthy child.

    How can I raise a "normal" child in a world that is out of control? Proverbs 22:6 School shootings, sexual experimentation, drugs, gangs, cable television, poor academic standards . . . times have changed. What's a parent to do? How can we raise a "normal" child in a world that is spinning out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reactions To The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,186 views

    The gospel is not something inert! There’s pandemonium in Iconium beause this stuff’s PLUTONIUM! We consider the reactions of the 1) Cripple 2) Crowd and those who 3) Came to Christ

    Reactions to the gospel Sun 15 Sept 2002 WBC am Acts 14:1-20 From today’s passage we note that - the gospel - miracles … are not something inert, ‘innocuous’ - challenges, disturbs o causes pandemonium in Iconium because it’s plutonium!  (modern day Konya. Turkey’s 4th largest) Maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Time Of Harvest

    Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,734 views

    To help churches prepare for a Spiritual harvest

    A TIME OF HARVEST March 11, 2007 a.m. Castle Avenue BC, Hobbs Text: John 4; Luke 10:1-7 Introduction: Spring is not two weeks away. If you are thinking about how great it will be to eat homegrown watermelons or can home grown beans, you better start thinking now about your harvest. You need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist