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  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    A Prosperous Hand Is Seldom Pious

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 13, 2019
     | 2,976 views

    Should we not resist to flaunt wealth or even seek it as a pastor when the world and even poor Christians think we lack integrity loving mammon rather than God?

    "Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand..." "We live in a day when the temptation to the indulgence of the flesh is very great. Luxuries are common. Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand, and in many a case the prosperity that piety and power have brought has been the ruin ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Army Of Light In Retreat: What Went Wrong? Where Do We Go From Here?

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021
     | 1,697 views

    I sense timidity, exhaustion. Why do you look so tired? Why do you look so stretched? You appear as one who lacks hope.

    I sense timidity, exhaustion. Why do you look so tired? Why do you look so stretched? You appear as one who lacks hope. Have you no hope? Have you lost it somewhere? Has hope run off and hid itself? Is it running from you, just out of reach? Many walk in a trance, rigid, furled brows, ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Don’t Trade Your Destiny For Momentary Pleasure Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 28, 2025
     | 326 views

    Spiritual destiny is like a birthright—it is precious, divinely assigned, and full of blessings. However, when we lack discipline and foresight, we risk trading that destiny for fleeting satisfaction.

    DON’T TRADE YOUR DESTINY FOR MOMENTARY PLEASURE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:16-17 Supporting Texts: Genesis 25:29-34, Genesis 49:3-4, Galatians 5:16-17, Proverbs 14:12, 1 John 2:15-17 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of decisions, and some of the most dangerous choices are those made ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Wealth Doesn't Guarantee Heaven SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 939 views

    Jesus, through the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, illustrates that wealth does not equate to righteousness. The rich man, despite having worldly possessions, lacked what was necessary for entry into heaven.

    Today, we will explore the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus, as told by Jesus. This parable serves to remind us that being wealthy does not equate to being righteous. The rich man in the story had everything he desired, but he lacked what was necessary for eternal salvation. In the parable, ...read more

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    Growing A Contented Spirit Series

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,803 views

    In an age of commercialism that breeds discontent we are challenged by Scripture to live a contented life. Paul explains how we can be content in any and every situation.

    GROWING A CONTENTED SPIRIT On a scale of one to ten (one being discontent and ten being very content) how content are you overall with your life? Think about that for a moment. Contentment is an illusive quality today. Much of the business world works hard to breed discontent so that we will buy ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    "Getting Past, The Worrying"

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jan 16, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,875 views

    When you stop trying to do it on your own and rely on Gods ability to take care of the situation, No matter what it is, that’s when the stress stops and the resting in God’s ability starts, that’s when the peace of God takes over the situation.

    “Getting past the worrying” Matthew 6:25-27 NIV. 25. “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink, or about your body, what you will wear. Isn’t there more to life than food and more to the body than clothing? 26. Look at the birds in the sky: They do not sow, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When You're Between A Rock And A Hard Place Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 4, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 16,038 views

    How should we respond when we're "between a rock and a hard place", one of those bad situations in life in which there seems to be no escape no matter which way you turn? In this sermon we learn how we can "be of good cheer in such situations.

    Between a Rock and a Hard Place Series: Acts Chuck Sligh February 4, 2018 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Please turn in your Bibles to Acts 23 INTRODUCTION Illus.- An old magazine, Mission USSR, used to tell the stories of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    You Do Know, You Have "Access To It" Don’t You?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on May 13, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,005 views

    It is the most freely given and withdrawn thing in the whole wide world and also the most misused and abused. There is an abundance and both a lack of it, in the world today and it always gives more than it receives. What is it? Its......

    You do know, "you have “access to it”," Don’t You? Access to what you might be wondering? “It” is a very big subject, would you like a clue as to what I’m talking about, this morning? It is the most freely given and withdrawn thing in the whole wide world and also the most misused and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Living Among The Dead: A Portrait Of A Manipulated Destiny

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 22, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,139 views

    The situations of some people whose destinies are being manipulated by the enemy can be described as the living among the dead, but deliverance is possible through the power of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    The Living among the Dead: A Portrait of a Manipulated Destiny Study Text: John 11:32-44, Revelation 3:1 Introduction: Lazarus was not supposed to die, because Jesus said his sickness was not unto death, but his destiny was manipulated. He died, and was buried four days before the Lord could ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Lesson Of Fear

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 16, 2022
     | 2,500 views

    In Psalm 34 we have an unusual situation. This Psalm took place when David was having to flee from King Saul for his life.

    To spare his life, David did an unusual thing, he went unto the land of the Philistines. When he arrived however, the people skeptically received him. The King in Psalm 34 has caused some to believe the Bible contradicts itself. For example: • In 1 Samuel 21 the Bible refers to the King of Gath ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Answer To Unanswered Prayers

    Contributed by Nakia Smith on Mar 21, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,889 views

    Have you ever prayed and prayed about a situation, but seemed as if God never heard you and if He did…He didn’t answer?

    Have you ever prayed and prayed about a situation, but seemed as if God never heard you and if He did…He didn’t answer? Which makes you wonder if there is something that has blocked you from your breakthrough in prayer. Could it be sin? Could it be the lack of faith? Or could it just be you? ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Maintain Your Integrity.

    Contributed by Bola Folakemi Praise on May 6, 2020
     | 6,994 views

    Integrity is the act of doing the right thing at all times and in all situations, whether or not anyone is watching. It takes discipline and determination to live a life of integrity

    “Then the Lord said to Satan, “Have you considered my servant Job? There is no one on earth like him; he is blameless and upright, a man who fears God and shuns evil. And he still maintains his integrity, though you incited me against him to ruin him without any reason.” “Skin for skin!” Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Cana And Boundaries

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 26, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,722 views

    Jesus had his personal boundaries- He remains slightly aloof from the situation. He told Mary, “Not our job,..."

    Jesus had his personal boundaries-- He remains slightly aloof; reluctant to get involved in the situation of the shortage of wine. He told Mary, “Not our job,” and “Not my hour for what God has called me to do!” Lesson for us-Watch out for “Caretakers disorder.” -e.g. “No one else on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    When God Passes By Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025
     | 640 views

    When God passes by, He doesn’t just come for a visit—He comes to shift situations, renew callings, and realign destinies.

    WHEN GOD PASSES BY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:11-13 Supporting Texts: Exodus 33:18-23, Psalm 46:10, Job 38:1, Luke 24:13-32, John 5:6-8 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in life when everything changes—not because of a loud announcement, but because God passed by. Divine ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Grace

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 14, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,779 views

    We must be content with who we are and the situation that we are placed in, for the Grace of God will sustain us. Not putting your trust in man but in Gods Grace.

    Grace What is Grace? (1.) Of form or person. (2.) Favor, kindness, friendship. (3.) God’s forgiving mercy. (4.) The gospel as distinguished from the law. (5.) Gifts freely bestowed by God; as miracles, prophecy, tongues. (6.) Christian virtues. (7.) The glory hereafter to be revealed. For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal