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  • bala samson avatar

    Hold Fast!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 18, 2013
     | 6,446 views

    It’s good to be successful but the most important call in our life is to be careful!

    Hold fast! Revelations 3:11”Behold, I am coming quickly! Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.” • It’s good to be successful but the most important call in our life is to be careful! • It’s fine to be ambitious and aggressively passionate ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Witness: Shares #10 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 24, 2019
     | 3,787 views

    To be a success as a Christian witness is to do the will of God everyday and in every way regardless of the persecution or the outcome.

    Mahatma Gandhi is one of the most respected leaders of modern history. A Hindu, Gandhi nevertheless admired Jesus and often quoted from the Sermon on the Mount. Once when the missionary E. Stanley Jones met with Gandhi he asked him, “Mr. Gandhi, though you quote the words of Christ often, why is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why I Believe

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 12, 2016
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     | 6,437 views

    To grasp your faith and live it out is what most pastor would call a success.

    Why I believe Selective Scriptures Introduction- This morning I bring a word of confession, a testimony, and a word of encouragement. The confession is I cannot make you believe in God, I cannot change your life I cannot force you to trust God Be of any service to God, enjoy kingdom work ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Show Yourself Worthy....

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 17, 2020
     | 3,056 views

    ......your career success/ promotion/increment depends on proving yourself worthy for promotion. Is it not?

    Show yourself worthy...... 1 Kings 1:52:”And Solomon said, 52 Solomon said, "If he will show himself a worthy man, not one of his hairs will fall to the ground; but if wickedness is found in him, he will die." Wow, this above statement of king Solomon floored me! Before his death, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strength And Contribution Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
     | 1,302 views

    Faith attempting to complete the Great Commission. You can learn from successful leaders.

    1. Faith to plant 100,000 new churches. Suliasi Kurulo, Fiji. Suliasi was a government engineer who began knocking on every door on his island in Fiji, then planted a church to finish the task. Next, he planned to knock on every door of every island in Fiji and build over 300 churches to complete ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ways Of The Lord Are Right

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Sep 15, 2024
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     | 2,349 views

    Following God in His ways of righteousness is the secret of outstanding success in all areas of life.

    The Ways of the Lord are Right Study Text: Hosea 14:8 - 9 Introduction: The Bible in the book of Hosea urges anyone reading it to live wisely by obeying God’s precepts because they are completely true, and will lead those who follow His ways to be well pleasing unto God. The ways of God is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rehoboth!

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jan 15, 2024
     | 5,090 views

    A man’s location in life can very well determine his success in life

    REHOBOTH! A man’s location in life can very well determine how successful he will be. This is demonstrated in the life of Issac, the son of Abraham. Issac, whose name means “Laughter”, was born very late in the life of Abraham and Sarah. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mission Of The Seventy.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 2, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,135 views

    The first flush of success leaves us vulnerable, but Jesus teaches us a better rejoicing.

    THE MISSION OF THE SEVENTY. Luke 10:1-24. LUKE 10:1. The first thing we might notice about the appointment of the seventy in this passage is that they were appointed by Jesus. It is hazardous for anybody to enter into ministry without the commissioning of Jesus. ‘How shall they preach unless ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wisdom Is The Principal Thing

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 22, 2025
     | 344 views

    Wisdom is the divine key that unlocks success, preserves life, and ensures victorious Christian living.

    WISDOM IS THE PRINCIPAL THING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:7 – “Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding.” Supporting Texts: James 1:5; Ecclesiastes 7:12; Colossians 1:9-10; Daniel 2:20-21; Proverbs 9:10 INTRODUCTION: Wisdom ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When God Orders Your Steps Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 971 views

    The story of David in 2 Samuel 2 shows that divine direction is the bedrock of spiritual success.

    WHEN GOD ORDERS YOUR STEPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 2:1-32 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Romans 8:14, Genesis 12:1-4 INTRODUCTION: After the death of Saul, a major shift occurred in Israel. David had every reason to seize the throne by force—he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    The Ministry Of John The Baptist Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 24, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,972 views

    What does a successful ministry look like. How should we gauge the success of a preacher or a church. By worldly standards, John's ministry was a failure. By Jesus' standards John the Baptist was the greatest of all prophets.

    Grace Community Church Winchester, VA www.gracecommunity.com Watch this message on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/eu6yP42Qz2o Introduction Have you ever asked yourself how you identify the mark of a great pastor or preacher? What are the hallmarks of a great ministry? By worldly standards, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon - The Suggestions For The New Year

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 30, 2025
     | 676 views

    There is a way forward. Shamgar was simply caught in the turmoil the nation was going through, but he found a way to be successful and deliver Israel.

    Subject: The Suggestions for the New Year Text: Judges 3:31 And after him was Shamgar the son of Anath, which slew of the Philistines six hundred men with an ox goad: and he also delivered Israel. Introduction: Life is filled with transition and change. You and I can count on opposition. Almost ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ken Pell avatar

    Bridges And Ditches: Some Things Never Change (#3 Of 5 In The Series) Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 17, 2015
     | 4,340 views

    The real component in the success of the first century Christians lies not in external tactics but with their internal values … their Christ-like character.

    Welcome and Call to Worship Good morning. We are so honored you have chosen to worship with us today. Did you see the news item a few days back about the lady who was arrested on Highway 11 in Tulsa? It appears she was driving the wrong direction; she was headed eastbound in the westbound ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • JEREMIAH MENYONGAI avatar

    Series: Limiting The Holy One Of Israel (Part 2: Jesus Could Do Not Much Miracles In His Own Hometown Except... Why?)

    Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020
     | 5,531 views

    Jesus, the local boy, leaves town and makes it big in the world - and returns with great following. He has shaken the religious establishment, nation & Roman world. You would expect his own to applaud him & see God's work displayed through Him. But no - He does few miracles. Why?

    DO NOT LIMIT THE HOLY ONE OF ISRAEL (PART 2) JESUS COULD DO NOT MUCH MIRACLES IN HIS OWN HOMETOWN EXCEPT... 1. Mark 6:1 Jesus left there and went to his hometown, accompanied by his disciples. 2 When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. “Where ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • JM Raja Lawrence avatar

    4. The Paralyzed Man Through The Roof Series

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 24, 2025
     | 267 views

    Someone brought you here today. You came desperate or curious. This ancient story speaks directly to your life right now. It reveals who Jesus is and what He offers you.

    THE PARALYZED MAN THROUGH THE ROOF INTRODUCTION You stand here today because someone brought you. A friend invited you. A family member insisted. You came out of desperation or curiosity. The story you are about to hear happened two thousand years ago in Capernaum. It speaks directly to your ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational