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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The God Who Turns Weeping Into Dancing Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 9, 2025
     | 382 views

    God has the power to transform seasons of sorrow into seasons of joy, replacing tears with testimonies and mourning with celebration.

    THE GOD WHO TURNS WEEPING INTO DANCING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 30:11 — “Thou hast turned for me my mourning into dancing: thou hast put off my sackcloth, and girded me with gladness.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:3, John 16:20, Jeremiah 31:13, Psalm 126:5-6, Ecclesiastes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Makes You Laugh Again Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 8, 2025
     | 92 views

    A revelation of God’s power to turn prolonged sorrow, shame, and disappointment into laughter, joy, and open celebration.

    THE GOD WHO MAKES YOU LAUGH AGAIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 21:1-7 Key Verse: “And Sarah said, God hath made me to laugh, so that all that hear will laugh with me.” — Genesis 21:6 Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:1-2; Isaiah 61:7; Job 8:21; Luke 1:37; Habakkuk ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Unity Of God's People PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,932 views

    Emphasize the importance, benefits, and joy of unity among God's people, and to encourage the congregation to strive for this unity in their lives.

    Good morning, church family! We're diving into a message from Psalm 133 today - it's about unity, something that our world desperately needs more of. Unity among God's people - the blessing it brings, the necessity of it, and the joy it produces. As Charles Spurgeon once said, "Satan always hates ...read more

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    Tithing And Giving PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,272 views

    Explore the biblical teachings on tithing and giving, emphasizing the joy and blessings that come from a willing and generous heart.

    Good morning, church family. Today, we're going to dive into a topic that sometimes makes us squirm in our seats a little - tithing and giving. As Randy Alcorn once said, "Giving is a joyful surrender to a greater person and a greater plan. It dethrones me and exalts Him." Let's take a look at our ...read more

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    The Benefits Of Prayer PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,162 views

    Emphasize the transformative power of prayer in our lives, leading to joy, strength, and a deeper relationship with God and others.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to dive into a passage in the Book of Philippians, where the Apostle Paul discusses the joy, strength, and power that come from a life of prayer. In the words of Richard Foster, "Prayer catapults us onto the frontier of the spiritual life. Of all the ...read more

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 736 views

    To explore the gifts of testing, patience, and joy and how they serve to mature us and deepen our relationship with Christ.

    Good morning, church family. You know, as Christians, we often hear about the gifts of the Spirit, but how often do we consider the gifts of testing, patience, and joy? In a world where instant gratification is the norm, these gifts may seem like anything but. However, as we delve into James ...read more

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    God Is Faithful PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023
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     | 1,608 views

    To encourage the church family to live in constant joy, gratitude, and trust in God, even amidst the chaos of the world.

    Good morning, Church Family! I'm glad we're all here today to dive into God's Word together. We're going to unpack a passage that's all about joy, gratitude, and trust - all things we could use a little more of in our lives. You know, the great theologian Karl Barth once said, "To clasp the hands ...read more

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    God's Greatest Gift To The World PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,111 views

    Explores the profound gift of God's grace, the joy of salvation, and God's generosity, particularly celebrated during Christmas.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this splendid gathering of hearts yearning for the divine word. It's a blessing to see each one of you here today, united in our common love for our Lord and Savior. Our gathering today is not by chance, but by divine appointment. We find ourselves here, in this sacred ...read more

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    Living In The Goodness Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,788 views

    This sermon encourages finding joy and refuge in God's eternal goodness, rather than in worldly possessions or status.

    Welcome, dear friends. We gather here today, not as strangers but as family, bound together by the love of our Lord and Savior. We assemble, not as individuals but as a community, united by the shared belief in the goodness of our God. We are here to celebrate, to reflect, and to respond to that ...read more

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    A Life Of Grace And Service PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 17, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,049 views

    Encourages Christians to embrace the joy of giving generously, reflecting Christ's love and service, as a fundamental aspect of their faith.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to see all of you gathered here today, ready to receive the nourishing word of our Lord. I trust that you all come with hearts open, ready to be filled with the divine wisdom that only our God can provide. We are gathered here today to talk about ...read more

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    Do What He Says PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,208 views

    This sermon emphasizes the joy and fulfillment found in obedient discipleship, viewing God's commands not as burdens but as opportunities for blessings.

    Good morning, beloved. It is truly a blessing to be in the presence of the Lord with all of you today. We are gathered here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has drawn us together to hear His word and to grow in our understanding ...read more

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    Removing The Wall-4

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 11, 2018
     | 4,789 views

    4 of 4. God enabled the children of Israel to conquer the walled city of Jericho. God removes the barriers to ministry/serving Him & seeks to ensure the success of ministry. But When/How can barriers be removed? Ministry barriers are removed when...

    REMOVING The WALL-IV—Joshua 6:1-16+:20 Removing Barriers Barriers To Progress Attention: Looking Back: Soon after their last child left home for college, a husband was resting with his wife on the couch with his head in her lap. She carefully removed his glasses. "You know, honey," she said ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Urgent Warning Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 27, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 23,361 views

    Throughout history, God continually gave His chosen people urgent warnings. As Jesus looks out over the city of Jerusalem, He laments the fact that they failed to heed those warnings by refusing to recognize Him as their Messiah.

    1. The urgent warning of God’s permanent Word (37a) 2. The urgent warning of God’s passionate grace (37b) 3. The urgent warning of God’s present consequence (38) 4. The urgent warning of God’s pending judgment (39) MATTHEW 23:37-39 Thomas Huxley was known as Darwin’s Bulldog. He was one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Six Things A Christian Can Lose

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Nov 4, 2003
    based on 100 ratings
     | 27,096 views

    A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE THEIR ASSURANCE OF SALVATION, THEIR TESTIMONY OF INFLUENCE,THEIR JOY,THEIR REWARD,THEIR HEALTH, AND THEIR ZEAL FOR SERVICE.

    SIX THINGS A CHRISTIAN CAN LOSE 2 JOHN 8 In this passage, he is talking to Christians admonishing them to be careful about their labors that they lose not there rewards. But in the end have a full reward. Your works are important, not in salvation, but in your reward. You are not saved by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listen For Love Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 5, 2019
     | 3,766 views

    In our text God speaks in different tones that I hope will bring us comfort and joy, to know we are loved by God.

    LISTEN FOR LOVE   Isaiah 40:1-11 Introduction It is a traditional English Christmas carol, one of the oldest carols, dating back to the 16th century, the name of its author long unknown. In Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this song stirred irritation of Ebeneezer Scrooge,  causing him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ