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  • Joshua Antonio Xavier avatar

    Perseverance In Your Christian Life

    Contributed by Joshua Antonio Xavier on Nov 27, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,990 views

    Perseverance in your CHRISTIAN life focusing on Nehemiah. How to handle troubles!!

    What do you understand from the word perseverance?? Perseverance is doing something in spite of facing difficulties or troubles or delay! Another word for perseverance might be Determination! * What are some of the thing's that we persevere in?? Exam's, Studies, Sports, Carrier, Spirituality, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The God Who Makes The Crooked Places Straight Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 15, 2025
     | 391 views

    God removes every obstacle, hindrance, and confusion that stands in the way of His children’s divine progress.

    THE GOD WHO MAKES THE CROOKED PLACES STRAIGHT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:1-3 Key Verse: “I will go before thee, and make the crooked places straight: I will break in pieces the gates of brass, and cut in sunder the bars of iron.” — Isaiah 45:2 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Renewal In Tough Times Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 13, 2021
     | 5,025 views

    We need to follow the “Re’s” that Nehemiah followed to get the vision for the building project started again and finished. This will require the “Re’s” of light called faith and hope.

    Pursuing Renewal in Tough Times! Thesis: We need to follow the call of God to be renewed and we do this by rebuilding and restoring that which was broken down and left destroyed by the evil one. We need to follow the “Re’s” that Nehemiah followed to get the vision for the building project started ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Nehemiah's Request Series

    Contributed by Mickey Bell on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 14,381 views

    Nehemiah knows what to request because he did his homework. During his time of waiting he used it to prepare for God’s purpose in his life.

    Nehemiah 2 (Third message in our stody of Nehemiah) Background: Nehemiah – a cupbearer for King Artaxerxes is upset over the destruction of his homeland in Jerusalem. We left Nehemiah last week doing something that is very brave and edgy. He went before the king with a sad face. Which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's Time To Celebrate Series

    Contributed by Bud Rose on Nov 26, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,539 views

    The fourth sermon in a series on the power of the Holy Spirit. This one deals with celebration.

    WE’VE GOT THE POWER – 4 “It’s Time To Celebrate!” Text: Deuteronomy 16:5,6,8-12 Introduction: Over the past several weeks I’ve been preaching a series of messages on, “We’ve God The Power”. The 1st message, “Where It All Began”, talked about when the New Testament Church actually began. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Easter And Something's Breaking Through

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,503 views

    Life and Salvation broke out on Easter morning showering the Saints of God with life and hope.

    Sermon: "Something’s Breaking Through" Isaiah 35:4-10; John 20:1-9 + + + Something’s breaking through... Water will gush forth in the wilderness and streams in the desert. 7 The burning sand will become a pool, the thirsty ground bubbling springs. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Free To Really Live (Easter Sunday)

    Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 12,487 views

    Resurrection isn’t just about life after death; it is also about the promise of abundant life-now!

    [I have a tradition when preaching on Easter Sunday to insert "Christ Is Risen" as often as possible, to which the congregation respond, "Christ is risen indeed. Hallelujah!"] Christ is risen! (He is risen indeed!) Shouts of alleluia ring out; flowers adorn our sanctuary; people are dressed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Faith Expressed Through Generosity Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Oct 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,412 views

    Today we are going to read about a woman whose faith is expressed through generosity. It is found for us in 1 Kings Chapter 17. In chapter 17, Elijah has just declared that no rain will fall in Israel for a period of years. We read how the Lord provides f

    Last week we began looking at some men and women of the Old Testament. We began this with a man by the name of Noah. He was commended for his faith in Hebrews 11, and we saw that because of his faith, he was obedient. He was obedient in his submission, and in his service. These were an expression ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For Christ’s Return Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 18,078 views

    When Jesus returns to take His people to heaven, we must be ready. Spiritual preparation cannot be bought or borrowed at the last minute. The story of how the 5 virgins missed it all is perfectly true to life. It gives us the imagery of how we need to be

    Opening illustration: Articulate my early arrival for my marriage ceremony and the people from the bride’s side were not ready and waiting at the church gate for welcoming the guests from the bridegroom’s family. On a similar not my youngest brother-in-law arrived 3 hours late during his wedding to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Bow Down And Turn To God!

    Contributed by Samuel Stephens on Jul 26, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,668 views

    This is designed to encourage people to Bow down and worship God now as opposed to when sickness or trouble comes into their lives!

    Isaiah 45 22 “Turn to me and be saved, all you ends of the earth; for I am God, and there is no other. 23 By myself I have sworn, my mouth has uttered in all integrity a word that will not be revoked: Before me every knee will bow; by me every tongue will swear. This chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral For A Death By Suicide

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 22, 2023
     | 3,256 views

    On this day of bittersweet feelings, God wants to comfort our hearts by having us see all of this from His point of view.

    Good morning. On behalf of the family, we welcome you all. As you all know and are experiencing the same sadness of heart as I have, we still come together to celebrate the life of someone who touched every heart here in a special way. On this day of bittersweet feelings, God wants to comfort ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    The Power Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Aug 1, 2024
     | 2,159 views

    The power of the gospel, is the message of salvation through Jesus Christ, which can transform lives and bring hope to those who believe. It is a message of love, forgiveness, and redemption that has the power to change hearts.

    THE POWER OF THE GOSPEL Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel. August 1, 2024 Romans 10:13–15 (ESV) “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.” 14 How then will they call on him, whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him, whom they have never ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Children's Blessing

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Mar 30, 2014
     | 9,040 views

    Is it enough to desire God? Is desire alone sufficient to enable you to follow God? Granted, we must have desire, but is desire alone sufficient?

    Mark 10:13-31 Jesus Blesses Little Children 13 And they were bringing children to Him so that He might touch them; but the disciples rebuked them. 14 But when Jesus saw this, He was indignant and said to them, “Permit the children to come to Me; do not hinder them; for the kingdom of God ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Pray For One Another Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 13, 2023
     | 3,782 views

    Prayer is our privilege and responsibility as disciples of Jesus. Praying for one another can make such a difference in each other's lives.

    A. The story is told about three men who were hiking one day and unexpectedly came upon a large, raging river. 1. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do so. 2. The first man prayed to God, saying, “Please God, give me the strength to cross this river.” a. Poof! God ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Rejoice Not! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 104 views

    God calls us to turn from empty pursuits and return to Him, the true source of joy, healing, and restoration through honest prayer and repentance.

    Friends, would you take a deep breath and settle your heart for a moment? Picture a field at sunset. The stalks are golden, the air is warm, and the farmer stands at the edge of the rows with calloused hands and a quiet hope. He longs for a good harvest, a full barn, a happy table. We understand ...read more

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