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  • James Snyder avatar

    The Triumphal Entry Of Christ Into Jerusalm

    Contributed by James Snyder on Mar 21, 2016
     | 4,502 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

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    The Lie Of Legalism Series

    Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,516 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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    The Preacher God Wants Us To Be

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 28, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,814 views

    How can we be the preachers God wants us to be? 1. We must have passion to share the gospel. 2. We must have pure hearts. 3. We must have a parent’s love.

    The Preacher God Wants Us to Be 1 Thessalonians 2:1-13 Charge to the Preacher - Luther Sanson Ordination Twin Oaks Baptist Church - April 21, 2013 *Luther and Trudy, I can’t tell you how blessed I am to be here with you today. The way the Lord has worked in and through you both is one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going To The Other Side Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 20, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 16,200 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

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    The Path To Godliness Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Feb 26, 2019
     | 10,295 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

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    Nothing Beats Love Part 1

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,027 views

    Love is more important than any spiritual gift you may have or desire to have.

    1Cor. 12:27-31 (NIV) Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of 28 And in the church God has appointed first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then workers of miracles, also those having gifts of healing, those able to help others, those with gifts of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Managing Money Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025
     | 251 views

    "Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be” (Matthew 6:19-21).

    WHAT IS STEWARDSHIP? MATTHEW 6:19-33 1. “The proper management of our time, talents and treasures for the glory of God. 2. What are other names for a steward? a. Baseball player: agent. b. Your money: financial planner. c. Buying a house: realtor. d. Corporation: CEO or COO. Today’s lesson asks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following God’s Mission For Kingdom Expansion Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 11, 2023
     | 3,359 views

    The persecution forced the church to decisions that would unlock the full potential of the Church in terms of scope, efficiency, and effectiveness. The Church at Jerusalem became the Church on the move. We are a part of that movement.

    Sermon: Following God’s Mission For Kingdom Expansion Scripture: Acts 8:1-8 “Saul was one of the witnesses, and he agreed completely with the killing of Stephen. A great wave of persecution began that day, sweeping over the church in Jerusalem; and all the believers except the apostles were ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    I Believe In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Aug 3, 2003
    based on 121 ratings
     | 22,252 views

    1. The Holy Spirit is a Person. 2. The Holy Spirit is personal. 3. The Holy Spirit purifies us.

    I Believe in the Holy Spirit John 14:16-20 The Apostle’s Creed is divided into three major parts. The first part expresses what we believe about God the Father, the second states what we believe about God the Son, and the third is what we believe about the Holy Spirit. It affirms our faith in ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Body Of Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 29, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 188 views

    Whole-life worship means daily surrendering ourselves to God, allowing His grace to transform our minds, relationships, and service into a living offering.

    Family, can we pause for a holy breath? The kind you take when the noise quiets, the to-do list loosens its grip, and you remember that God really is as kind as Jesus says He is. Sometimes the holiest moments don’t happen on mountaintops but in kitchens and cubicles, minivans and meetings. Paul’s ...read more

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    Categories Of Spiritual Gifts

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 5, 2025
     | 373 views

    Spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities imparted by the Holy Spirit to believers to serve God effectively and build up the Church. These gifts vary in form and function, but they all originate from the same Spirit.

    CATEGORIES OF SPIRITUAL GIFTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:6-8, Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Peter 4:10 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual gifts are supernatural abilities imparted by the Holy Spirit to believers to serve God effectively and build up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Securing Divine Help Through A Pure Heart Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2026
     | 180 views

    Divine help is activated in the life of those who cultivate a pure heart, free from sin, hypocrisy, and deceit, enabling them to access God’s favour, guidance, and supernatural provision.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH A PURE HEART By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 24:3-5 Key Verses: "Who shall ascend into the hill of the Lord? Or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Charitable Deeds Pleasing To God Series

    Contributed by Bruce Allen on Sep 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,112 views

    This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 5th sermon in the series.

    Sermon on the Mount Pt 5 Charitable Deeds Pleasing to God Matthew 6: 1-4 Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. [2] Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Godly Decisions

    Contributed by Daniel Woodard on Jan 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,659 views

    How do you make Godly decisions in your walk with the Lord or the Churches direction for God?

    Making Godly Decisions Romans 8:5,6 1. We need to be sure when making decisions for the Kingdom of God and for our church that the decisions are made after careful deliberation before the Lord. 2. We need to then be sure that the answer we hear is from God and not of our own fleshly desires or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life After Death

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,931 views

    Those who have escaped earthly judiciary with their money and influence will meet with the Divine justice of God there. No money, influence or human power will stand up there. No sinner will escape the wrath of God.

    There is a life after death. Life after death is more important than life on earth. It is because, even if we live the maximum allotted time, we may live up to 120 years. But life after death is living in the eternity-unlimited number of years! Eternity is more important than time. We cannot be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal