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    Developing True Leaders Series

    Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on May 12, 2022
     | 2,947 views

    Spiritual leadership does not happen by accident. It develops as God matures people in their character as well as in their relationship with Him.

    CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP TOPIC: DEVELOPING TRUE LEADERS SCRIPTURE TEXT: Proverbs 27:23-24, Philippians 2:3 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual leadership does not happen by accident. It develops as God matures people in their character as well as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Resolving Offenses

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 6, 2020
     | 3,334 views

    Quit running to another church to solve an offense. Be a mature Christian and do it God's way.

    Scripture Reading: I Cor 6:1-8, Matthew 18:15-17 I. PRIVATE DISCUSSION vs.15 A. Lowest level possible- thee and him alone (Compare word offend) great peace have they that love Thy law and nothing shall offend them'' Psalm 119:65- cause them to go astray forever or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Character Study Of John - The Beloved Disciple Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 25, 2025
     | 679 views

    John, the beloved disciple, started as a zealous and ambitious follower of Christ but matured into an apostle of love and deep revelation.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF JOHN (SON OF ZEBEDEE) – THE BELOVED DISCIPLE, WRITER OF JOHN, 1-3 JOHN, AND REVELATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:23 "Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved." Supporting Texts: Matthew 4:21, Mark 3:17, Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Perseverance In The Face Of Persecution Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 31, 2025
     | 118 views

    The Christian life involves trials, but steadfast endurance through persecution leads to spiritual maturity and eternal reward.

    PERSEVERANCE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 14:19-22 Key Verse: “We must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God.” (Acts 14:22) Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:10-12; 2 Timothy 3:12; John 16:33; Romans 8:35-39; James 1:12 INTRODUCTION: The path of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gift PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023
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     | 725 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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    Encouragement PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023
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     | 980 views

    This sermon explores how to motivate Christians for mission, mobilize momentum for spiritual growth, and manifest maturity in ministry.

    Welcome, brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to be gathered together in this sacred space, united by our shared love of the Lord and our commitment to His service. We are here today to find inspiration and guidance in the Word of God, to seek His wisdom as we strive to live out our faith in ...read more

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    Time To Wise Up Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 3, 2008
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     | 4,406 views

    3 of 4 in Hebrews (part 2 of 4 part study) This message is on the importance of perseverance - the critical piece of real spiritual maturity.

    Hebrews: Higher Standards – Less Sin Wise Up 2/24/08 When it comes to the subject of growing up there are a ton of different opinions as to what it means and who has arrived. And apparently when it comes to rules there are a lot of kids who don’t want any or at least they don’t want mom and dad ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    There Were Two Brothers

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 14, 2004
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     | 3,035 views

    As we approach this third parable, the Lord seeks to contrast the lost with those who are not. Our tendency is to focus on the younger son in the parable, and to completely miss the elder son. Today, I hope to be the exception to that tendency.

    There Were Two Brothers Luke 15:11-32 INTRODUCTION: This parable is the third of a trilogy of parables. The first parable in the group was that of the shepherd and the lost sheep. This parable told of the shepherd leaving the 99 sheep and searching for the one lost sheep. The truth communicated ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship In The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,644 views

    AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: JOYFUL THANKSGIVING INTIMATE BONDS PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY)

    BIG IDEA: AS WE LABOR TOGETHER UNTIL CHRIST RETURNS, FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL SPARKS THREE RESPONSES: - JOYFUL THANKSGIVING - INTIMATE BONDS - PURPOSEFUL PRAYER (FOR SPIRITUAL MATURITY) (:1-2) INTRODUCTION -- THE SUBJECTS OF FELLOWSHIP IN THE GOSPEL A. "Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Grow Spiritually In 2010

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 21, 2010
     | 3,239 views

    Keys to growing Spiritually in 2010. Key factors that will make you a better Christian in 2010

    Introduction • We discussed last week that this is the year of God’s completeness of order. Today we need to make the 1st steps to ensure we meet our God Goals we set last week. Our goals can be met when we grow spiritually. • Salvation is just the beginning of a relationship ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Better Than Gold And Honey"

    Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Sep 20, 2010
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     | 7,520 views

    We have witnessed devastation from flooding and erosion in our world. There is another form of erosion that is deadlier. It goes unseen until too late. It is surfacing in our society in political and cultural arenas, as morality and truth are jettison.

    Cornerstone Church September 18/19, 2010 “BETTER THAN GOLD AND HONEY” Psalm 19:7-11 Chuck Swindoll recounts in his newest book: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    "The Exam"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 18, 2013
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     | 10,416 views

    Testing our spirituality

    “The Exam” July 21, 2013 2 Corinthians 13:5 ”Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test?” 1 John 4:1 “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Happy New You!

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 10, 2013
     | 4,847 views

    The changes we want to make to improve our lives come from our relationship with God through his Son, not the year in which we are living. However, as we begin a new year we often think of the changes we need to make.

    1. The beginning of a New Year is a time to reflect on where we have been and where we want to go with our lives – we make plans to change – weight; jobs; education; etc. 2. 2012 Average Plastic Surgery Costs For a new you: Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) $5,130 Buttock augmentation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Need Milk Not Solid Food

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 30, 2013
     | 4,997 views

    To show that we need to graduate from the level of babes in our walk with GOD to someone who can eat solid food or strong meat.

    I. EXORDIUM: Can you take in solid food? Can you eat strong meat? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to graduate from the level of babes in our walk with GOD to someone who can eat solid food or strong meat. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:12 (Amplified Bible) 5:12 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Prove It Series

    Contributed by Rodney Coe on Feb 13, 2015
     | 10,220 views

    What does it mean to be a doer of the Word?

    Prove It James 2:14-26 The preacher George Whitfield traveled America and started a revival in America called the Great Awakening. He once asked a coal miner what he believed. “Oh,” the miner answered, “that’s easy, I believe what my church believes.” George ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist