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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Signs Of The Times?

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Jan 5, 2021
     | 2,458 views

    Every generation looks for the signs of Jesus' return. Maybe some of those signs are here, maybe not. In either case, we must pay attention and prepare for His return.

    1. The best fairy tales come from the worst fears… Many deal with poverty, famine, and abandoned children. There is often the added element of getting lost in the woods. Hansel and Gretel; Rapunzel; Little Red Riding Hood. . . 2. I want to tell you about a true scary story. It’s called, “The Year ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Ten Commandments – Family Matters Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,742 views

    THE TEN COMMANDMENTS – Family Matters What is God’s purpose for the family? The Family Matters of Marriage: – the PURPOSE, Partnership  Pleasure  Procreation – the PRIORITY  Promise of Devotion  Persistent – PURIT

    • Exodus 20:3-17 (NIV) [3] You shall have no other gods before me. [4] You shall not make for yourself an idol. . . [7] You shall not misuse the name of the Lord your God. . . [8] Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. . . [12] Honor your father and your mother. . . [13] You shall not ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Faith That God Favors

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 18,497 views

    Biblical faith always has God as it’s objective and focus. Therefore the type of faith that God favors is a faith that trusts God for the impossible, then persists in that godly trust until the provision is realized.

    THE FAITH THAT GOD FAVORS Text: Matt.9: 29; Matt.15: 28 Intro: What kind of faith does God favor? The obvious answer to that question is, “Real faith.” However, faith is as much a matter of cultivation as it is choice. Though faith begins with one’s choice to trust God, it is developed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sounding Out During The Storms!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 3, 2021
     | 3,067 views

    Storms and disturbances are part of real living. Storms have purpose. Remember this storm shall pass. Hang in there. Be persistent. Maybe God will calm the storm? May God will calm you in the storm?

    SOUNDING OUT DURING THE STORM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com CAN YOU DISCERN THE WEATHER BUT NOT DISCERN THE STORMS? Matthew 16:1 The Pharisees also with the Sadducees came, and tempting desired him that he would shew them a sign from heaven. 2 He answered and said unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Relationship Recovery Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Sep 7, 2019
     | 3,955 views

    Whenever we talk about recovery, we are never talking about one person - but a system of persons. Our addictions, obsessions and persistent sins have taken a toll on everyone around us.

    RELATIONSHIP RECOVERY Genesis 2:4-25 Introduction September is Recovery Month and we have a few goals in this emphasis. -We seek to find hope in the Gospel for dealing with all of our obsessions, addictions, and the sinful weights that are holding us down from following God wholeheartedly. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seed The Clouds Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 858 views

    To seed the clouds, we need to have a prophetic imagination, which means seeing the invisible, hearing the inaudible, and believing the impossible. We need to persist in prayer and trust that God is working behind the scenes.

    Have you ever heard of cloud seeding? It's this crazy science experiment where they make it rain by putting stuff into clouds. Back in 1946, a dude named Vincent Schaeffer made it snow by seeding clouds with dry ice. But guess what? This idea isn't new. Even the prophet Elijah did it. Even the ...read more

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    Behold The Lamb

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
     | 8,111 views

    ON the cross God took your sins and placed them on him, so his death could pay the price for your sins. it is like he picked up your tab at the restaurant.

    Behold The Lamb John 1:29 29 The next day John seeth Jesus coming unto him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God, which taketh ( or, beareth) away the sin of the world. I love simplicity..., especially when it comes to the gospel. I think the best sermons in the world are those that make the gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wasted And Unused Gifts

    Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 4, 2025
     | 140 views

    I wrote this devotional to share at our deacon meeting because many of the men take their name OFF of the ballot when we choose who will be deacons.

    Wasted & Unused Gifts This devotional looks at a parable we’ve all heard; the one where the servant buries the one talent his master gave him. Our Master, God Almighty, has given us many talents & abilities to use in the upbuilding of His Kingdom. Are we using them or hiding them in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Good Deed Must I Do? Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 30, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,307 views

    The rich young ruler’s question was off-base. It assumes that we can do one overriding deed to win God over; it is possessive; and it is self-centered.

    I am not very good at giving gifts. I just have a hard time, when Christmas and birthdays and anniversaries roll around, a hard time giving the right gifts. It’s not that the folks I want to give to are picky or unworthy; it’s just that I can’t seem to figure out what they want and get it. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Helping Needy People

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 16,394 views

    A preacher’s wife dies leaving a debt she can’t pay. The creditor is on his way to collect her two sons as payment. What to do? God has ways.

    Helping Needy People 2 Kings 4:1-7 Elijah and Elisha are very unique prophets in the Old Testament. They both served the Lord in the Northern Kingdom of Israel. This was after the division and civil war broke out in Rehoboam’s reign. If you are familiar with the history of Israel, you remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Go Into Your Room, Close The Door And Pray

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 17, 2013
    based on 69 ratings
     | 47,583 views

    God is calling his people to be persistent in prayer. God is calling his people to be changed, to be transformed through prayer. God is calling to those who truly enjoy and who truly yearn to spend time with Him.

    Let us pray -- O' Heavenly Father, we come before you this day and we ask that you reveal more about the nature of prayer. May our hearts and our minds be open to your Word this day. We ask this in the blessed name of Jesus your son and our Savior .... Amen. A young man went into a drugstore to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Isaac's Prayer: A Prayer For Children Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 27, 2015
     | 11,958 views

    If you want to lay hold of God’s willingness in prayer, just keep on asking God to keep His Word, counting on Him to work in unusual and unstoppable ways.

    Mark Ashton, in his book, A Voice in the Wilderness, talks about a small boy who was writing a letter to God. Christmas was approaching and he wanted to ask God for certain Christmas presents he badly wanted. He began his letter with these words: “I've been good for six months now.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Finishing Strong In The Christian Race Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025
     | 645 views

    Finishing strong in the Christian race is not just a possibility—it is a divine expectation. While the journey is filled with ups and downs, God has equipped us through His Word, Spirit, and grace to complete our course.

    FINISHING STRONG IN THE CHRISTIAN RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 4:6-8 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Hebrews 12:1-2, Philippians 3:12-14, Revelation 2:10, Galatians 6:9 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is often compared to a race—a journey of faith with a clear ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Leah Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 21, 2025
     | 1,278 views

    Leah’s story reminds us that God’s favour is not based on human approval. Though unloved by Jacob, she was loved by God and became an important part of His divine plan. Her life teaches us to find fulfilment in God rather than in people’s opinions.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF LEAH – FIRST WIFE OF JACOB, MOTHER OF SIX TRIBES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 29:16-35 Supporting Texts: Genesis 30:9-21, Genesis 49:31, Ruth 4:11 INTRODUCTION: Leah, the first wife of Jacob, is one of the most overlooked figures in the Bible. She was given to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Character Study Of Tamar Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 640 views

    Tamar’s story teaches us that God’s justice prevails over human failures. Though she was wronged, God turned her situation around, making her an important link in the lineage of Christ. Her faith and courage ensured that she played a vital role in God’s redemptive plan.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF TAMAR – RIGHTEOUS WOMAN WHO SECURED HER LINEAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 38:26 "And Judah acknowledged them, and said, She hath been more righteous than I; because that I gave her not to Shelah my son. And he knew her again no more." Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God