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  • Patrick Agbonkpolor avatar

    The Security Of The Believers

    Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Dec 5, 2020
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     | 7,909 views

    The world has become so dangerous and unsafe. There are waves of crimes, insecurity, and threat to human existence. But God had assured the faithful believers of His complete security over us. However, we must live up to God's expectation of a godly life.

    TOPIC: THE SECURITY OF BELIEVERS. TEXT :PSALMS 91:1-16 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty (11). For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee, in all thy ways." (Psalms 91:1,11) We live in a world that has ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Great Reasons Why Jesus Came Down To Earth Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 20, 2021
     | 3,693 views

    1. Jesus came to fulfill God's promises to the Jews (vs. 8). 2. Jesus came so that all people could glorify God (vs. 8-11). 3. Jesus came to give us godly hope (vs. 12-13).

    Great Reasons Why Jesus Came Down to Earth The Book of Romans Romans 15:8-13 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared December 20, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Let me remind you that in Romans 1-11, the Holy Spirit led Paul to give us a full explanation of the gospel. There Paul spelled out the truth about our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Holy Spirit Is My Ally Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Sep 28, 2021
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     | 2,863 views

    He didn’t place an angel inside of you. He placed God inside of you. He didn’t place a saint inside of you. You don’t have the spirit of your godly grandmother in you. You have the Spirit of God in you!

    One of the tremendous things the Spirit of God does for the believer is that He makes you morally and spiritually pure. Of all three members of the Trinity, the Spirit is only One that His own adjective in His name. The Spirit is the Holy Spirit, and this is a reminder that He makes you holy. Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    Message 8 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 5 – Persecution, Discipline And Tribulation; What’s The Difference? – Part 2 (Verse 9) Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 30, 2022
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    What is the difference between God’s wrath and God’s discipline? We look into tribulation, persecution and discipline, and look at 4 reasons Christians can have difficulties. Remember this – godly living produces persecution. Trees standing against the wind have the strongest trunks.

    MESSAGE 8 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 5 – PERSECUTION, DISCIPLINE AND TRIBULATION; WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? – PART 2 (Verse 9) REVISION FROM PART 1 We have been examining 1Thessalonians 5:9 and looking at the wrath of God. This is our focus verse again for Part 2 of the study on this verse – ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Salt And Light In The World Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
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    Jesus described His followers as the "salt of the earth" and the "light of the world." These metaphors highlight the believer's role in influencing the world positively and reflecting God’s glory.

    Title: BEING SALT AND LIGHT IN THE WORLD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:13-16 "You are the salt of the earth... You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden." Supporting Texts: Philippians 2:15; Colossians 4:6; John 8:12; Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Quinn avatar

    The Challenge Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Mike Quinn on Feb 6, 2006
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    There is a difference between living by faith and being a risk taker. We are not all risk takers by nature, and not all risk takers are living by faith. How do we learn to step out in faith? I surrender all that I am to Christ, I invite godly people in

    “The Amazing Race” The Challenge of Faith” Phil 2:14-30 Part five Intro: There is a difference between living by faith and being a risk taker. These are character differences. We are not all risk takers by nature. Not all risk takers are living by faith. How do we learn to step out in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Press On Like Paul

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 15, 2012
     | 4,793 views

    1. Ask God to reveal the errors in our thinking (vs. 15). 2. Follow our Godly examples (vs. 16-17). 3. Mourn over the enemies of the cross (vs. 17-19). 4. Remember our God-given end (vs. 20-21).

    How to Press on Like Paul Philippians 3:15-21 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 23, 2012 *Last week we studied Paul’s passionate devotion to reach God’s goals for his life. He began by comparing his religious life before Christ to the abundant new life he found in Christ. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Parker avatar

    Armour Of God "Listen And Hear" Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Jun 18, 2011
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    This week I would like to begin a new series based on Ephesians 6. Specifically verses 10-18 which speak of equipping ourselves for battle. Now some of you might be thinking,"battle, what battle?" But if we are christians living a godly life we should be

    This week I would like to begin a new series based on Ephesians 6. Specifically verses 10-18 which speak of equipping ourselves for battle. Now some of you might be thinking,"battle, what battle?" But if we are christians living a godly life we should be able to spot the battles that are going on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Father Abraham The Bold

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 20, 2011
     | 7,078 views

    Abraham’s deep attachment to BOTH Ishmael and Isaac is often overlooked. Abraham was a gutsy dad who stood up to his wife and took responsibilities for his sons; he was anything but passive. In what ways is a godly father bold? Father Abraham’s life de

    Father Abraham the Bold (topical) 1. Fathers are different from mothers just as men are different from women: 2. Brian Bill comments, "I read something this week entitled 50 Reasons Why It’s Good To Be a Man. I won’t read all of them but I did put together my own top-10 list": 10 You know stuff ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Respect For The Aged Day

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 17, 2007
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     | 12,797 views

    A sermon from Psalm 71 based on David’s elderly life. Let’s look at some identifying marks of this godly old man! Good for Grandparents Day! (Outline taken from Pulpit Commentary, historical setting taken from a few Sermon Central Contributors)

    Sermon for 9/16/2007 Psalm 71 Introduction: Jeanne Calment, at 120 years, was the oldest living human whose birth date could be authenticated. When asked to describe her vision for the future, she replied, “Very brief.” When the reporter asked the birthday girl what she like best about being ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jared Thomas avatar

    Daily Walk Pt 2 Boldness Series

    Contributed by Jared Thomas on Feb 3, 2015
     | 5,548 views

    Are we gonna walk out this daily walk for him; living out loud our faith, walking in boldness, Having an Attitude of Strong Confidence in God, Doing Godly things openly and without Fear and recognizing My strength comes from the Lord and I'm not alone

    Daily Walk Pt 2 Boldness * Start by playing music video by Rawsrvnt “I'm on Fire” Tonight we're gonna continue with week 2 of our Daily Walk Series and we're gonna talk having that BOLDNESS We're gonna talk about living out loud and representing our faith and representing God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Bayles avatar

    Christmas Carols (3) Series

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Nov 19, 2019
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     | 7,043 views

    The tradition of singing carols at Christmas time can be traced all the way back to the very beginning. The Nativity story, as told in the first two chapters of Luke, actually contains 4 short songs. In Luke 2, the angels' song brigns praise to God and peace to the godly.

    Christmas Carols (Angels) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christians Church: 12/13/15 For the past couple of weeks, we’ve been delving into the Carols of Christmas. Like I said before, even if you wanted to, there is no possible way for you to escape hearing Christmas songs over the next few ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    First Of All, So Then, Therefore

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 17, 2016
     | 5,362 views

    May we be encouraged today by the Words of the Apostle Peter: FIRST OF ALL in whatever we do be holy and godly SO THEN we wait in God’s patience so that others may come to know Him THEREFORE be on guard while we wait and remain faithful

    “FIRST OF ALL, SO THEN, THEREFORE” 2 PETER 3:1-18 #2Peter3 INTRODUCTION… Letters Back and Forth (p) Written letters can be a powerful tool of communication. I remember when I went to college that a friend of mine and I kept in contact via letters. We both graduated from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Hope That Overcomes The Horrors Of Life

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 17, 2013
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     | 7,920 views

    As Christians we have hope! 1. The hope of God's protection (vs. 13). 2. The hope of Godly purpose (vs. 13-14 & 19-23). 3. The hope of God's prophecy (vs. 14-23). 4. The hope that overcomes our pain (vs. 16-18).

    Hope that Overcomes the Horrors of Life Matthew 2:13-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 26, 2012 *We had a great Christmas yesterday, with all 3 children home, plus Katie's husband Wes. Mary pulled out all the stops to make sure that everything was just right, and it was. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lgbtq - A Christian Response

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 28, 2019
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     | 5,203 views

    We Christians face an immoral society with alternate lifestyles. How are parents to explain to their children the lifestyles of these people and how we should treat them? Despite our stand for godliness, we must still demonstrate the grace and love of Jesus Christ to those still lost in sin.

    LGBTQ – A CHRISTIAN RESPONSE INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS 1. The village blacksmith finally found an apprentice willing to work long, hard hours. The blacksmith instructed the boy, “When I take the horse shoe out of the fire, I’ll lay it on the anvil. And when I nod my head, you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God