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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Rise Of False Doctrines And Prophets Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 29, 2025
     | 282 views

    False doctrines and prophets are a sign of the last days. They exploit, deceive, and destroy spiritual lives if unchecked. But God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and the gift of discernment to overcome these dangers.

    THE RISE OF FALSE DOCTRINES AND PROPHETS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 2:1-3, 1 John 4:1 Supporting Texts: Matthew 7:15-23, Galatians 1:6-9, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Acts 17:11, Jude 1:3-4 INTRODUCTION: In these end times, one of the greatest threats to the Church is not persecution from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Difficulty Of Love Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 758 views

    Love can be difficult, especially when it involves people who are different or disagree with us. However, through humility and the help of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome these challenges and love like Jesus.

    God, loving others can be really tough sometimes. Help us to love like you do, even when it's super hard. Thanks for loving us and giving us a way to forgiveness through Jesus. Today, we're gonna chat about the real deal about love. We all have those stories of times when it was super hard to love ...read more

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    The Step Of Faith Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 6, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,316 views

    Faith is about trusting in God even when things don't make sense. Overcoming fear can lead to great rewards and our faith can have a positive impact on others.

    Today we're going to talk about faith. You know, that thing that makes us believe in God even when things don't make sense. It's like trusting your best friend with your deepest secrets. You can't see what they'll do with it, but you trust them anyway. That's faith. That's faith. Let's look at a ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    What Are Some Of The Ways That We Can Overcome Our Selfish Physical, Historical, Cultural, Political And Emotional Desires That Tend To Distort Our View Of God's Attributes?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,871 views

    What are some of the Biblical solutions for problems with selfish, ignorant, and emotional desires that create distortions of our view of God's attributes? 1.

    What are some of the Biblical solutions for problems with selfish, ignorant, and emotional desires that create distortions of our view of God's attributes? 1. Ask the Lord for help in cleansing you from all unrighteous thoughts, emotions and perceptions. Jesus said, "Blessed are the pure in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    You And Your Vision

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 20, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,981 views

    Fulfilling your life’s vision depends on several things. 1. Having a vision which calls for waiting on God until He reveals His plan for you. 2. Dedicating time and energy to it- which calls for patience and discipline. 3. How to overcome obstacles

    You and Your Vision Habakkuk 2:2-4NLT Fulfilling your life’s vision depends on several things. 1. Having a vision which calls for waiting on God until He reveals His plan for you. 2. Dedicating time and energy to it- which calls for patience and discipline. 3. How to overcome obstacles–which ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Thanks For Nothing - Your Tests Tripped Me Up. I Guess I'm Good And Lost..

    Contributed by Coz Von on Feb 10, 2016
     | 3,303 views

    We have effectively silenced Him out of our lives and we get frustrated when we go it alone. We are losing everything and we ask – Where are you Lord! “and we wonder am I Slipping from the palm of Gods hand. I guest I will be one of those Lost ones?

    Why do ye imagine evil against - Lord? Though I cause grief, yet will I have compassion according to the multitude of My mercies. Out of the mouth of the most High proceedeth not evil and good?) He doth not afflict willingly, nor grieve He the children of men. God shall bring every work into ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding The Faith Of Our Heroes - Part 4: Abraham And Sarah Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,443 views

    Why do we need faith in God? 1. Faith motivates us to move for God (vs. 8-9). 2. Faith wins the fight against our fears (vs. 8-9). 3. Faith puts us in touch with God's power (vs. 11-12). 4. Faith makes us willing to wait on the Lord (vs. 9-10, 13-16).

    Finding the Faith of Our Heroes Part 4: Abraham and Sarah Hebrews 11:8-16; James 2:23; Genesis 17:4-8; Genesis 17:15-22; Genesis 18:9-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 9, 2023) MESSAGE: *James Merritt once said, "Everybody has faith in something. An atheist drinks water out of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discovering Your True Strength

    Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024
     | 597 views

    Today, we’ll discover that true strength comes from within, rooted in our faith in God. Through the examples of Moses, David, and Jesus, we’ll learn to overcome doubt and embrace the power He has placed in us.

    Opening Bible Verse “For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might by His Spirit in the inner man.” – Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of His Resurrection Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 18, 2025
     | 648 views

    The power of Christ’s resurrection is the greatest force in the universe. It transforms lives, destroys the works of the devil, and guarantees our eternal victory.

    THE POWER OF HIS RESURRECTION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death." – Philippians 3:10 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:11, 1 Corinthians 15:20-22, Ephesians 1:19-20, John ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Anointed To Do Better Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025
     | 592 views

    God does not anoint people to remain the same; He anoints them to transform their world. As you seek God’s anointing, expect supernatural breakthroughs, divine speed, wisdom, and empowerment for greater works.

    ANOINTED TO DO BETTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 10:1 Supporting Texts: 1 Samuel 16:1, 12-13; Acts 13:22 INTRODUCTION: The anointing of God is not just a religious ritual; it is a divine empowerment that transforms ordinary individuals into extraordinary vessels for His purpose. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I Would Not Do That Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,435 views

    Because of his devotion to God, Nehemiah could keep himself from doing wrong. We should improve our devotion to God so we too can overcome sin in our life.

    I would not do that! Neh 5:1-19 Illustration: Mikey the guy we love to hate. He is always cheerful. He wakes up every morning deciding to be happy. When he had his accident he decided to live. We must decide to pursue holiness. Walter Scott presented us with a five finger plan of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Church 101

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 30, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,911 views

    Just the basics about the Church. Jesus said, "I will build my church at the gates of hell will not overcome it". Also, some personal thoughts in the conclusion about the importance church attendance, involvement, and support.

    June 1, 2003 Title: Church 101 Text: Matthew 16:13-18 Introduction 1. When I was in college, some of the classes would be designated "101" For example, Psych 101 (intro to Psychology) Greek 101 (intro to Greek) Sociology 101 English Lit 101 and so on. The "101" simply means an ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Taught That Faith In God Is Greater Than Any Problem

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 136 ratings
     | 27,212 views

    Perhaps the greatest test of faith you will face may be in loving people who are closest to you. Our God is able to overcome the most difficult of problem, person or predicament if we believe in His power!

    Everyone struggles with problems that seem overwhelming and tend to stress us out. Jesus once told His disciples, "If you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." (Matt. 17:20,21) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Steering For Success Series

    Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 10, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,123 views

    1st in 5 part series on overcoming the obstacles and difficulties of life using five different Psalms. We used a "journey" or "road" metaphor in terms of the bumps of success, fear, guilt, grief, etc.

    STEERING FOR SUCCESS Navigating the Bumps of Life - Week 1 PSALM 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES:(Special: “Without A Song.”) It was written in 1929 but it has been sung for over 6 decades by such performers as Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, The Carpenters, The Supremes, Willie Nelson and now, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Smackdown! The Trickster Vs. The Hipster Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 14, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,549 views

    In this strange wrestling match between Jacob and God, friends struggle with one another and the weaker overcomes the stronger. Find out how God used this wrestling match to help Jacob mature in his faith.

    Although I don’t watch pro-wrestling (my parents didn’t allow it lest I practice “piledrivers” on my little sister), I do get a kick out of the wrestlers’ names. There’s Junkyard Dog, Johnny Nitro, The Boogeyman, and The Big Show just to name a few. On our final episode of “Jake TV,” we’ll witness ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran