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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Danger Of Covetousness In Ministry Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 16, 2025
     | 199 views

    This teaching is a strong reminder that covetousness, especially among God’s servants, is dangerous and destructive. Ministry must never be a cloak for material gain.

    THE DANGER OF COVETOUSNESS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Kings 5:15-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-10; Matthew 6:24; Acts 8:18-23; Proverbs 15:27; Hebrews 13:5 INTRODUCTION: The healing of Naaman the Syrian was a glorious moment that revealed the power and mercy of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stairway To Heaven Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 4, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 7,119 views

    The beatitudes can be understood sequentially .. as stairsteps to "perfection" (Matt. 5:48). The first four lift us to fellowship with God; the other four bring us back down to the reality of ministry with needy people. This sermon was delivered using a ladder as a "prop".

    When Stanley Kubrick made the movie “2001: A Space Odyssey”, he guessed that by this time we would be flitting back and forth in outer space, visiting other planets and seeing things never before seen by human beings. The movie suggested that those who would be alive in the year 2001 would go on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Child Is Born

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 24, 2007
     | 4,359 views

    A sermon about the incarnation, the promise of God with Us

    This sermon was written for an ecumenical service at a Retirement Community for Seniors. It is a revision of another of my advent sermons titled "Love in Advent". Sermon for Suites by the Lake – Advent – “A Child is Born” - November 24, 2007 Isaiah 9:6 For to us a child is born, to us a son is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Building Christ Honoring Relationships

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,733 views

    In this sermon we see Jesus example in how to build Christ honoring relationships.

    Introduction- Do you need help building stronger relationships in your life: at work, home, school, and even at church? All of us need help building stronger relationships! Ill- One Sunday a minister was finishing up a series on marriage. At the end of the service he gave out small wooden ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Freedom For Prisoners"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,111 views

    As we envision the Nativity-—the baby Jesus surrounded by his parents, shepherds and wise men—-let’s remind ourselves that our Lord came to suffer and set captives free.

    "Freedom for Prisoners" Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts As we celebrate the birth of Jesus, let’s also be aware of how He began His ministry. Jesus read these words from Isaiah, and applied them to Himself: “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • John Dobbs avatar

    The Jesus Message For The Guilty Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Apr 20, 2023
     | 1,330 views

    This is the Jesus Message to the Guilty. If you’ve ever felt guilty - you’ve asked that same question. The Bible is full of examples of men and women who disregarded God in order to follow their own willful ways. They were captive to feelings of guilt and remorse.

    The Jesus Message for the Guilty      Acts 2 Introduction The Day of Pentecost is one of the most important events in Bible. -It is the birthday of the church. -It is the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. - It presents the promise and hope for an ongoing presence of God in the life ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Tested Positive

    Contributed by Lorraine Greeff on Aug 2, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,748 views

    we live in a negative orientated world, situations or circumstances lead to us being either positive or negative, you are the first person that decides.

    TESTED POSITIVE Make no mistake, we live in a negative orientated world, situations or circumstances lead to us being either positive or negative, you are the first person that decides, choices that you make will open up the door of your mind to the devil, and you must make an inner choice, this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How To Find Your Hunger Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025
     | 144 views

    Pray for spiritual hunger.

    “And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13). A. INTRODUCTION: NOT ALL SEEK WITH ALL THEIR HEART 1. Story Song of Solomon, maiden not responsive. “I have taken off my robe; how can I put it on again? I have washed my feet; how can I defile ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Promise For Testing Times Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 46,536 views

    James closes this section on times of testing with a promise for the believers who are suffering under trial by reminding them that God rewards those who remain faithful.

    JAMES 1:12 A PROMISE FOR TESTING TIMES [Hebrews 12:1-2] Chippie THE PARAKEET never saw it coming. One second he was peacefully perched in his cage. The next he was sucked in, washed up, and blown over. The problems began when Chippie’s owner decided to clean Chippie’s cage with a vacuum ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Chapter 3:15-25 Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 6, 2025
     | 144 views

    How to work out your Christianity.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Be ruled by your new experience. “And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful” (3:15). a. Peace with God (Rom. 5:1), salvation. b. Peace of God (Phil. 4:7), victorious living. 2. Be grounded by scripture. “Let the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Owen avatar

    Showboat Religion Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,688 views

    Jesus teaches about the proper way to give, to pray, and to fast. He condemns public displays of religious acts where the intent is to garner praise from people who are watching.

    SHOWBOAT RELIGION MATTHEW 6:1-8, 16-18 A "showboat" is someone who tries to draw all the attention to himself. They want all the glory, all the praise. You see it on the football field and other places where people compete. The touchdown or big play antics are performed to draw attention. Many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rickey Bennett avatar

    The Lie Of Legalism Series

    Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,401 views

    God’s grace will free us from legalism so that we can freely follow Christ to the glory of God.

    INTRODUCTION Please turn in your Bibles to Colossians chapter 2. We’ll read verses 16-23 this morning as we continue in the letter to the Colossians. READ COLOSSIANS 2:16-23 / PRAY At the beginning of this chapter, Paul said that he had a great struggle for the Colossian believers (and for us). ...read more

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  • James Snyder avatar

    The Triumphal Entry Of Christ Into Jerusalm

    Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 21, 2016
     | 4,439 views

    There are basically two influences in all of our lives. You are doing what you are doing because of one or the other of these influences. The two influences are Righteousness and Religion.

    What did you do this past week? Make a list in your mind of five or six things you did this past week. Now, think about why you did those things. What was behind the things that you did that made you do those things? Most people think that they are in control of their life, when in actuality; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    The Path To Godliness Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Feb 26, 2019
     | 10,157 views

    “Train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” (I Timothy 4:7b, 8)

    “Train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come.” (I Timothy 4:7b, 8) Apostle Paul is writing to his spiritual son, Timothy - urging him to focus on ‘godliness’. Timothy was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Going To The Other Side Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 20, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 16,063 views

    The essential characteristic of the Christian life is discipleship. This section is a warning to those who would become disciples of the Messiah.

    MATTHEW 8: 18-22 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] GOING TO THE OTHER SIDE At this point Matthew interrupts the series of miracles. He is transitioning from the three miracles of healing (8:2-15) to three miracles of power (8:23-34; 9:1-8) over the forces of nature, over evil spirits, and over sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist