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  • Michael Koplitz avatar

    The Road To Emmaus

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 5, 2021
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     | 4,985 views

    What did the two men on the road to Emmaus think about the resurrection? They had the opportunity to meet the risen Christ. Is it not interesting that Luke has two unknown men meet the risen Christ first?

    The Road to Emmaus Luke 24:13-35 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 24:13 And behold, atwo of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was 1about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 And they were talking with each other about all these things which had taken place. 15 While they ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why Pray?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 31, 2022
     | 2,162 views

    Prayer is the key to unlock opportunities according to God's plans and purposes. Good prayer lies down the petition of our needs in the Throne Room of a Mighty God. (Several part lesson)

    WHY PRAY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Several part lesson. WHY SHOULD WE PRAY? WE HAVE AN IMPERATIVE COMMAND: PRAY ONE FOR ANOTHER… James 5:16 Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lydia Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 6, 2022
     | 4,982 views

    In this sermon we explore the story of Lydia's conversion along with how God continues to open the hearts of business people today, allowing believers unlimited opportunities to share the Gospel with them.

    Good Morning. If you have your Bibles with you today, we will be looking at Acts 16:6. We have been going through the series called Extraordinary People. People in the Bible who, because of their faith, because of their obedience, God used in extraordinary and amazing ways. The last few weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Advent Is Approaching Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 19, 2024
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     | 2,414 views

    Advent is fast approaching. Advent is a time of deeper reflection, a sacred pause, and an opportunity to prepare our hearts for something far more significant: the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ and the promise of His return.

    Advent Is Approaching Introduction As the days grow shorter and the crispness of the air reminds us that winter is near, a familiar sense of anticipation begins to stir. Advent is fast approaching. For the world around us, this season often means rushing headlong into the hustle and bustle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Come Follow Me - Even In Your Failures PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 684 views

    Our failures do not define us, but rather, they are opportunities for growth and deeper faith, and through the love and grace of Jesus Christ, we can rise above them and follow Him with courage and commitment.

    Good morning, church family! Today we're going to get real about something we've all faced - the sting of failure. Now, failure isn't something we like to talk about, especially in a church setting. We often feel like we have to put on a façade of perfection, but the reality is, we all stumble and ...read more

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    Divine Opening Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 22, 2025
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     | 637 views

    A divine opening is a supernatural opportunity orchestrated by God to grant access, breakthrough, or fulfilment of His promises. It signifies a door opened by God's power that cannot be hindered or shut by human effort.

    Title: DIVINE OPENING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:8 “I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut.” Supporting Texts: Isaiah 22:22; 1 Corinthians 16:9; John 10:9; Acts 16:26; Psalm 24:7 INTRODUCTION: A divine opening is a supernatural ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Christmas That Wasn't Series

    Contributed by James Wallace on Dec 28, 2024
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     | 491 views

    The Magi were an example of people who have little light who make the most of the opportunity. The Jews and Herod were the opposite--they were clueless as to when their King and Messiah had come.

    Back in November, Jeanie and I received a newsletter from an organization called SAT-7. SAT, I assume stands for satellite, because that is the means by which they broadcast the Gospel via television programs into Muslim dominated countries in the Middle East. SAT-7 is the largest provider of ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Sifter: Test & Promotion

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 5, 2025
     | 397 views

    Many do not recall the kitchen tool the SIFTER. Before usability we must pass the test. The great people of God all faced testing before they were promoted. This trial can be an opportunity.

    THE SIFTER, TEST GO BEFORE PROMOTION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Psalm 139:23 Search me, O God, and know my heart: try me, and know my thoughts: 24 And see if there be any wicked way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. *TEST: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Test? Seasons Of Testings!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 30, 2025
     | 280 views

    We dread test. A test is just an opportunity to prove you have studied. Have we ever considered testing? Test are not bad. Would you want a doctor that never passed a test?

    WHY TEST? SEASONS OF TESTING. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Have you ever heard on the TV or radio: This is a test. This is only a test. If this had been real we would have told you… David Rock told me: A TEST IS A WAY TO PROVE YOU HAVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Water In The Desert

    Contributed by Paul Searight on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 16,655 views

    How good are you at sharing your faith? We want to share Christ with others because we know what the benefits are but more often than not we convince ourselves that it isn’t the right moment or I can’t talk about that again because they are fed up with me

    WATER IN THE DESERT
Acts 4 How good are you at sharing your faith? How often does your conversation include discussion about Jesus Christ?

 For some of us it’s really easy and speaking up is very natural.
 But for others, we find it very difficult. We get tongue-tied and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Citizenship Has Its Privileges Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 3, 2011
    based on 70 ratings
     | 18,049 views

    Remember that at one time you weren’t citizens, Paul told the Ephesians. But why bother to tell them to remember that? What was it about their citizenship that they might have forgotten? The answer to that question says a lot to us about where are we are

    OPEN: The great English preacher Charles Spurgeon told of a man who had been sentenced to death by a Spanish court. This man happened to be BOTH an American citizen AND also Englishman and the consuls of both countries decided to intervene. They declared that the authorities of Spain had no ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Jesus Did! What Jesus Is Doing!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 3, 2019
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     | 8,997 views

    Jesus promised that His people would do greater things than He had done, after He was risen from the dead. We are called to perform the work of Christ in the power of the Risen Saviour.

    “Jesus did many other signs in the presence of the disciples, which are not written in this book; but these are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name” [JOHN 20:30-31]. “There are also many other things that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discovering Your "Why” In Life Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 24, 2024
     | 1,122 views

    The will of the Father wasn’t an optional thing for Jesus; it was an essential thing. It wasn’t a cul-de-sac, but it was His main thoroughfare. Just as you were to finish a big porterhouse steak, Jesus is satisfied by doing the Father’s will. It was His source of life.

    Have you discovered your purpose? Do you know your “why”? Many American Christians fall into the trap that exists only to make money or to be happy. Do you know why God has placed you here on earth? Do you know your “why”? Invitation At the conclusion of today’s message, you will be invited to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Response Determines Your Future

    Contributed by Mike Holley on May 25, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,690 views

    our response to opportunities in life determines our future. It is the same in the spiritual realm. Every response has consquences and has an impact on our future. Offenses seems to be one of the major events in the church today.

    ‘Your Response Determines Your Future” I. Introduction A. Your response determines your future: 1. Deception is not knowing while thinking you know. 2. Holy Spirit will reveal, that which is hidden. 3. Unknowingly you will look at “offense opportunities” through the glasses that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Calling Of Saul

    Contributed by John Foster on Sep 8, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,449 views

    Explores 3 aspects of Saul’s conversion. Flash of light, God choses the most unlikely people to do His work (he choses YOU), With Jesus adversity becomes opportunity and even Victory.

    I have a question for you. Has anyone here ever had something go wrong but that going wrong was the very thing that made things work out in the end? What do I mean? Have you ever missed the bus and you go back home to find that you’d forgotten to lock the house or something? If you hadn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist