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  • Mike Rickman avatar

    It Just Seems Right Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,057 views

    If the Kingdom of God has come then we should expect things to be different.

    January 3, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 4:12-25 Subject: The Kingdom of God Title: It Just Seems Right Have you made a New Year’s resolution that you are determined to keep this year? Have you broken it yet? I don’t know why but it seems as though we are prone to fail in some of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Surprise Visitor With A Surprise Message Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 19, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,329 views

    Gabriel was the last person Zachariah expected to meet in the temple and Gabriel’s message was the least expected word from God that Zachariah thought he would hear.

    How many parents do we have here today? Raise your hands. I met Phil and his wife, Linda when we lived in Vermont. They were DINKs. That was the term we used to describe people married where the husband and wife had a career and no plans to have children. DINKs was short for “double income, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Keys To Fund Raising

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 1, 2006
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,795 views

    Every one who expects to receive happiness is obligated to give happiness. You cannot expect to receive a crop unless you have sown a seed first

    Keys to Raising Funds Have you ever wondered where you can find guidelines for fund raising? They are found in 2 Cor. 8:4-22. Quote:It is not necessary to know everything, but one should know almost all the important things about a subject they wish to enjoy success. Quote: It is more blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Failure Embraces The Forgiven Series

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 1, 2009
     | 5,041 views

    After the death of Jacob, the brothers of Joseph expected judgment but received grace instead.

    Intro. Again, I am looking at the life of Joseph from a practical side, not merely a type, though the pictures of Christ and God are so strong, that we cannot help but see the truths. Jacob changed, and that change apparently strengthened his son that was about to face the ultimate storm. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Expect Great Things From God And Attempt Great Things For God - Isa 54:1-4

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2002
    based on 220 ratings
     | 58,822 views

    Expect Great Things from God and Attempt Great Things for God - Isa 54:1-4

    Expect Great Things for God and Attempt Great Things for God - Isa 54:1-4 Illustration: Just before his first London crusade, Billy Graham was asked by a newspaper reporter, "Are you an optimist or a pessimist?" Billy said without hesitation, "I’m an optimist! I know God and I have read the end of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Do We Measure Our Success?

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 21, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 31,737 views

    God expects His churches to be successful, but how is our success measured?

    God’s Glorious Church How Do We Measure Our Success? Ephesians 3:21 Woodlawn Baptist Church February 20, 2005 Introduction As we enter into this portion of our services this morning, I want to once again welcome each of you and tell you that it is good to be here in the Lord’s house with you. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Signs That You Are Dishonouring Your Body Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 28, 2025
     | 165 views

    God expects us to honour Him with our bodies in purity, holiness, and self-control.

    SIGNS THAT YOU ARE DISHONOURING YOUR BODY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, Galatians 5:19-21, Proverbs 6:27-29 INTRODUCTION: Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, created not just for ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Unswayed Messiah Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 14, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,160 views

    Do good Christians sometimes doubt the reality of the testimony they hold? Do strong believers have moments when they are unsure about the Christ they have so boldly proclaimed? What should they do in these moments of doubt when life is against them & God

    MATTHEW 11: 1-6 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED Series] THE UNSWAYED MESSIAH [ Isaiah 35:2b-l0] Do good Christians sometimes doubt the reality of the testimony they hold? Do believers who shouted from the roof tops have moments when they are unsure about the Christ they have so boldly proclaimed? What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fig Tree Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 18, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,661 views

    The symbolism of the fig tree parables tells us the importance of producing spiritual fruit and being ready for Jesus return

    Opening Video Illustration: Time to Go from Bluefish Tv (3 min) Theme: Time Management “God created me—and you—to live with a single, all-embracing, all-transforming passion—namely, a passion to glorify God by enjoying and displaying his supreme excellence in all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith: The Currency Of The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 3, 2025
     | 947 views

    Faith is the foundation of the Christian life and the currency through which we access the blessings of the Kingdom.

    FAITH: THE CURRENCY OF THE KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:6, Mark 11:22-24 "But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him." – Hebrews 11:6 "And ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Hope In The Midst Of Sorrow

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 15, 2025
     | 545 views

    Sorrow is a reality of life, but it is not the final chapter. God is close to the brokenhearted, and He offers hope to all who trust in Him.

    HOPE IN THE MIDST OF SORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 34:18 "The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, 2 Corinthians 1:3-4, Matthew 5:4, Romans 8:18, Revelation ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Deep Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 23, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,876 views

    What is it about the "Lord's Prayer" and other comments from the Sermon on the Mount" that can help us pray a deeper prayer than what we've prayed before?

    (Play video of children: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wlBK97Q4Ae8 - timestamp .12 thru .39) Jesus prayed a lot. According to one researcher, there are 17 times in the Gospels tell us He prayed. Among those 17 times, we see that Jesus prayed… Before He chose His 12 disciples. (Luke 6:12-13); He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Imperfect Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,247 views

    If someone is looking for perfection in the Bride of Christ, they are not likely to find it. People focus on an ideal symmetry, but God gives His perfection to imperfect. We will be perfected at the return of our Saviour.

    “He had no form or majesty that we should look at him, and no beauty that we should desire him.” [1] Most of us don’t have to look very far to find things we don’t like about ourselves. Young women are trained by society to starve themselves in order to achieve a look they imagine will bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Faith To Experience God’s Glory Everyday Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 29, 2025
     | 393 views

    Faith is the divine bridge that connects man to the supernatural realm of God’s glory. Without faith, it is impossible to access or experience the reality of God’s presence, power, and splendour.

    FAITH TO EXPERIENCE GOD’S GLORY EVERYDAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 11:40 Supporting Texts: Habakkuk 2:14, Romans 8:18, Hebrews 11:1, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Isaiah 60:1 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the divine bridge that connects man to the supernatural realm of God’s glory. Without faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    God Of Hope Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 9, 2025
     | 319 views

    In this message, we will explore how the God of hope restores broken dreams, strengthens the weary, and leads His children to a glorious future.

    GOD OF HOPE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 15:13 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Lamentations 3:21-23, Hebrews 6:18-19, Psalm 42:11, Isaiah 40:31 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world clouded with despair, uncertainty, and fear. Many have lost hope due to personal failures, delayed ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God