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    The Testimony Of Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2025
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     | 103 views

    The sermon encourages steadfast obedience and faithful confession of Jesus despite spiritual opposition, assuring believers their perseverance matters and is empowered by Christ’s victory.

    If you’ve ever felt the sting of being misunderstood for loving Jesus, if you’ve ever sensed a shadow trying to smother your song, you’re in good company. The Bible is honest about that ache. It doesn’t gloss over the grit. It names the Enemy. It speaks of a dragon. It recognizes that there is ...read more

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    "worry (Part 2): What Does Jesus Teach In Matthew 6:24-34?" Series

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Aug 18, 2021
     | 3,788 views

    This sermon discusses how to overcome destructive/negative/unnecessary worries based on Matthew 6:25-34.

    There was a story about a man who came face to face with the Angel of Death: The Angel was walking toward a city one morning, and a man asked, "What are you going to do?" "I'm going to take 100 people," the Angel replied. "That's horrible!" the man said. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Who Breaks Barriers Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025
     | 634 views

    God is a barrier breaker. Throughout Scripture, He consistently demonstrates His ability to shatter limitations, remove obstacles, and open new paths for His people.

    THE GOD WHO BREAKS BARRIERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 45:1-3 Supporting Texts: Micah 2:13, Psalm 114:1-8, Joshua 6:1-20, Luke 1:37 INTRODUCTION: God is a barrier breaker. Throughout Scripture, He consistently demonstrates His ability to shatter limitations, remove obstacles, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Spiritual Disruption Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 15, 2019
     | 5,883 views

    Jesus had a lot of opposition from the spiritual leaders of His day. It makes us ask, If Jesus came to Church today would He be accepted? I read this week that if Jesus preached the message coming out of most pulpits today He wouldn’t have been crucified. Let’s see how Jesus handled this opposition.

    Luke 7:11-35 Introduction: Jesus had a lot of opposition from the spiritual leaders of His day. It makes us ask, If Jesus came to Church today would He be accepted? I read this week that if Jesus preached the message coming out of most pulpits today He wouldn’t have been crucified. Let’s see how ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Breaking The Barriers Of Fear Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 12, 2026
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    A divine call to overcome fear through the power of the Holy Spirit and walk boldly into God’s ordained purpose.

    BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF FEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 Key Verse: “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” — 2 Timothy 1:7 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:15, Psalm 27:1, Joshua 1:9, Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Help PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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    Like Nehemiah, we can rely on God's provision, help, and strength to accomplish daunting tasks and overcome impossible challenges.

    Good morning, family. Let's take a seat, settle in, and prepare our hearts for what God wants to share with us today. We're turning our attention to the book of Nehemiah, specifically verses 1-9 in Chapter 2. It's a story that speaks profoundly about God's provision for difficult tasks, His help in ...read more

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    Victory In The Midst Of Storms Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 24, 2025
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    Storms may shake us, but they do not have the power to sink us when Jesus is in our boat. Your current trouble is temporary. The Lord who calmed the sea is calming your heart even now.

    VICTORY IN THE MIDST OF STORMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 4:35-41 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1-3, Isaiah 43:2, John 16:33, Romans 8:37, Psalm 34:19 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of storms—unexpected troubles, challenges, and battles that test our faith. These storms can come in various ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Power Of The Holy Spirit Over Witchcraft Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
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    The Holy Spirit empowers believers to overcome all forms of witchcraft and demonic manipulations, leading to victory and the spread of God’s word.

    THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT OVER WITCHCRAFT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 19:13-20 Key Verse: “So mightily grew the word of God and prevailed.” (Acts 19:20) Supporting Texts: Luke 10:19, Isaiah 54:17, 1 John 4:4, Micah 5:12, Galatians 5:16 INTRODUCTION: Witchcraft represents a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Enjoying Christ's Epistle Among Us Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 27, 2007
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    This wonderful passage of Scripture gives us an accreditation of ministry. It seems like there is much that opposes God’s work today just as there was opposition against the labors of the Apostle Paul in his work with Jesus Christ.

    Turn your Bibles to 2 Corinthians 3:2-4 Title: Enjoying Christ’s Epistle Among Us Theme: Christ Working In and Through Doris Stump Series: Pillars of the Local Church Listen as I read 2 Corinthians 3:2-4, “You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Dealing With The Forces Of Delay

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 26, 2025
     | 358 views

    In this message, we shall analyse the nature of delay, identify its demonic causes, and discuss how to overcome every force resisting your progress.

    DEALING WITH THE FORCES OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 “Then said he unto me, Fear not, Daniel: for from the first day that thou didst set thine heart to understand, and to chasten thyself before thy God, thy words were heard, and I am come for thy words. But the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Pulls Down Strongholds Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 20, 2025
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    Strongholds are real, but they are never greater than the Almighty God. The enemy may try to erect barriers against your progress, your family, your ministry, or your destiny, but none of them can withstand the power of God.

    THE GOD WHO PULLS DOWN STRONGHOLDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 1:10, Psalm 18:2, Judges 6:25-26, Isaiah 54:17 INTRODUCTION: Life is a battlefield, and every believer is engaged in spiritual warfare whether they realise it or not. Strongholds ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    It Is Time To Turn Temptations Away

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 19, 2010
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    Lent 1(A) - It is time to turn temptations away. Satan comes with diabolical deceit. Jesus overcomes with simple scripture.

    IT IS TIME TO TURN TEMPTATIONS AWAY (Outline) February 21, 2010 - Lent 1 - MATTHEW 4:1-11 INTRO: Satan tempted Jesus in the wilderness. This teaches us about the danger of the devil. This also shows us the safety we enjoy in our Savior and by our salvation. "Be self-controlled and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Culitvating Contentment In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011
     | 5,544 views

    Jesus’ followers overcome worry by focusing on God’s faithfulness and cultivating a life of contentment.

    In his book, Jesus’ Spiritual Journey and Ours, Thomas Kepler records the account of a lady who realized that her worrying was running and ruining her life. So she made for herself a "worry table" in which she tabulated all her anxieties. After a period of time, she discovered that her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Praise And Worship In Intercession Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 19, 2025
     | 917 views

    Praise and worship are not just acts of adoration but powerful weapons in the life of an intercessor. When we come before God, magnifying His name through worship, we invite His presence to intervene in the circumstances at hand.

    THE POWER OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP IN INTERCESSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 22:3 Supporting Texts: Acts 16:25-26, 2 Chronicles 20:21-22, Psalm 100:4, Hebrews 13:15 INTRODUCTION: Praise and worship are not just acts of adoration but powerful weapons in the life of an intercessor. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Gospel Inspires Boldness

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,794 views

    THE EFFICACY OF THE GOSPEL INSPIRES BOLDNESS IN PROCLAMATION (overcomes our feelings of reluctance and inadequacy) 1.

    THE EFFICACY OF THE GOSPEL INSPIRES BOLDNESS IN PROCLAMATION (overcomes our feelings of reluctance and inadequacy) 1. Because the Gospel is the Power of God unto Salvation to Everyone Who Believes (both Jew and Gentile) (:16) a. The Content of the Gospel Message = Good News (not mixed with any ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible