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Fountain Of Tears

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 6, 2023

This was the prayer and life of the prophet looking at Israelites’ wilful disobedience and the approaching God’s judgement.

Oh, that my head were waters, And my eyes a fountain of tears, That I might weep day and night For the slain of the daughter of my people! Jeremiah 9:1 This was the prayer and life of the prophet looking at Israelites’ wilful disobedience and the approaching God’s judgement. Jeremiah found himself ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:1

The Power Of Repentance And Restoration 2 Samuel 12:13 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 3, 2024

Let's explore a journey of repentance, forgiveness, and restoration through the lens of 2 Samuel 12 which reveals God’s mercy and the transformative power of repentance.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Repentance and Restoration 2 Samuel 12:13 2 Samuel 12:13 (NLT): "Then David confessed to Nathan, ‘I have sinned against the Lord.’ Nathan replied, ‘Yes, but the Lord has forgiven you, and you won’t die for this sin.'" Introduction Today, we explore ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:13, Amos 9:14, Psalm 5:1, Ruth 2:13, Psalm 147:3, Job 8:21, Psalm 19:1-4, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 2 Samuel 12:1-7, Psalm 51:3-4, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 32:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Come Holy Spirit

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on May 17, 2024

It was on this day, in the Book of Acts, that the Holy Spirit was poured out on 120 Followers of Christ who were gathered in an Upper Room at Jerusalem. It was on this day that the Church was born in a “Blaze of Glory.”

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video on “Holy Spirit.” The word “Pentecost” designates the 50th day after Passover, which was a Feast Day. Also known as the Feast of Weeks or Feast of Harvest. It was a time when Israel celebrated Moses receiving the Ten Commandments from God. It was on this day, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When God Remembers You For Help Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 16, 2025

This sermon explores what it means when God remembers you for help and how to position yourself for such divine remembrance.

Title: WHEN GOD REMEMBERS YOU FOR HELP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text : Genesis 8:1 Supporting Texts: Psalm 121:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 3:7-8, Jeremiah 29:11 INTRODUCTION : In Genesis 8:1, we read, "And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 8:1, Psalm 121:1-2, Isaiah 41:10, Exodus 3:7-8, Jeremiah 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Questionable Life - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Jan 22, 2024

When people look at me, do they see what they expect, or someone that is "odd?" When I am so close to Jesus that my life reflects his actions and attitudes it causes people to ask, "Why are you like this?"

Living Questionable Lives – Pt 1 (Acts 16:29-34) Intro: A. I grew up with some great tools like the Jule Miller filmstrips, Open Bible Study, and teachings about Friendship Evangelism. All them had a great place in the ministry of reconciliation, but they didn’t all work for me. Maybe it was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Healing Through Confession: Transformed By Truth James 5:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 6, 2024

James 5:16 reveals a profound aspect of Christian life — confession of sin and prayer leads to healing and restoration, both spiritually and emotionally.

Healing through Confession: Transformed by Truth James 5:16 Introduction: Today, we explore the transformative power of truth and confession as highlighted in James 5:16. This verse reveals a profound aspect of Christian life—confession of sin and prayer leads to healing and restoration, both ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Psalm 32:5, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 41:4, Jeremiah 3:22, Philippians 4:6-7, Matthew 18:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daniel - Lion's Den Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 19, 2023

Dare to be a Daniel............

June 17, 2023 Daniel was now an old man. He had been in royal service for nearly 70 years and had remained faithful and loyal to God throughout his long life. Let us set the scene for our story…. Darius decided to divide the empire into 120 satrapies (provinces), assigning each a royal ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon On The Language And Power Of Silence

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 21, 2023

Words are often considered as an effective means of communication between two or more people.

Karen Marie Moning, an American author once remarked: “Words can be twisted into any shape. Promises can be made to lull the heart and seduce the soul. In the final analysis, words mean nothing. They are labels we give things in an effort to wrap our puny little brains around their underlying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:5, Lamentations 3:26, Psalm 141:3, Exodus 14:14

Revelation Lesson #15 Series

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Apr 10, 2024

As we continue our study of the visions John received from Jesus Christ, we enter a group of ‘seven’ vials of the ‘last plagues’. These are described as ‘last’ because in them is filled (completed) the wrath of God.

A thorough study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to show his servants things which must shortly come to pass. (Rev. 1:1) Welcome to our study of the Revelation of Jesus Christ given unto Apostle John. I am Phillip Smith, your host and fellow servant of our Lord and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:1-8, Revelation 4:6, Revelation 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Chosen

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 2, 2023

Is there a group of people called the chosen ones, the elect?

Is there a group of people called the chosen ones, the elect? If God doesn’t make the time shorter, no one will be left alive. But because of God’s chosen ones [the elect], he will make the time shorter. (Matthew 24:22 CEV) How are people chosen for life? Does God’s sovereignty turn us into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:22

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 10:8-11 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 25, 2025

Revelation 10:8-11

Revelation 10:8-11 8 Then the voice that I had heard from heaven spoke to me again, saying, “Go, take the scroll that is open in the hand of the angel who is standing on the sea and on the land.” 9 So I went to the angel and told him to give me the little scroll. And he said to me, “Take and eat ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:8-11, Ezekiel 2:1-10, Ezekiel 3:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

Break Forth

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 16, 2025

To "break forth" means to suddenly emerge, burst out, or experience a supernatural release. In Scripture, it often signifies a divine intervention that causes a person or situation to shift dramatically.

BREAK FORTH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 54:1-3 Supporting Texts: Micah 2:13, Psalm 30:5, Genesis 1:3, Acts 16:25-26 INTRODUCTION: To "break forth" means to suddenly emerge, burst out, or experience a supernatural release. In Scripture, it often signifies a divine ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-3, Micah 2:13, Psalm 30:5, Genesis 1:3, Acts 16:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Danger Of Holding Grudges

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025

This message highlights the severe consequences of holding grudges while encouraging forgiveness and reconciliation.

THE DANGER OF HOLDING GRUDGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 "Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamour, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Matthew 6:14-15, Hebrews 12:14-15, Colossians 3:13, Proverbs 19:11, Romans 12:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Giving As Unto The Lord

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 20, 2025

Giving is an essential part of Christian living. It is not only about money, but about the heart, the motive, and the object of our giving. Many give for recognition, obligation, or compulsion, but true kingdom giving is done as unto the Lord.

GIVING AS UNTO THE LORD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23-24 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 9:6-8; Proverbs 3:9-10; Malachi 3:10; Matthew 6:1-4; Acts 20:35 INTRODUCTION: Giving is an essential part of Christian living. It is not only about money, but about the heart, the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24, 2 Corinthians 9:6-8, Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When Men Say No, God Says Yes

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

Man may shut doors, deny opportunities, or declare failure over your life. But those are not the final words. When God says yes, it means acceptance, restoration, honour, favour, and fulfilment. His yes overrides every “no” spoken over your destiny.

WHEN MEN SAY NO, GOD SAYS YES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 55:8-11 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:31, Numbers 23:19, Psalm 118:6, Acts 5:29, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: Life often presents us with limitations and disappointments from people. Doors close. Opportunities are denied. People ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God