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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Excel In Giving Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 3, 2022
     | 1,480 views

    The thump rule for giving to God and to the needy is love to God. This is the secret to prosperity and success. God has left a challenge to all the Tithe payers that he would open the windows of heaven and pour out the overflowing blessings upon them if they are faithful in paying their Tithe.

    Theme: Excel in Giving Text: 2 Corinthians 8:7 Excel in Giving Naturally, we are tempted and more enthusiastic about getting, and retaining than giving. Paul remembered the words of our Lord Jesus Christ related to giving and recorded in his preaching saying, ‘It is more blessed to give than to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Slamming The Door On Fear.

    Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Oct 11, 2022
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     | 18,648 views

    One of the greatest enemies to the progress, and success of every believer is this insidious and destructive spirit called fear. Evil spirits are recognized by what they do, and this demon is no different. To walk in the victory purchased by our Lord Jesus Christ, we must slam the door on fear.

    Slamming The Door On Fear Facing the future fearlessly Read Psalms 23:1-6 We love this passage of scripture, it has been and will continue to be an amazing source of comfort and assurance in so many different circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Diversions And Distractions: Tools Used Against Us

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 9, 2024
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     | 2,184 views

    This message is about two of Satan's most successful tactics used against the Church- Diversions and Distractions. His goal is to divert us from the path God has us on or get us so disttacted that we become ineffectual as Christians.

    Diversions and Distractions: Tools Used Against Us Scripture: Second Corinthians 2:10-11; Joshua 9:3-14; Deuteronomy 20:10-11 The title of my message this morning is “Diversions and Distractions: Tools Used Against Us.” Paul wrote the following to the Christians in Corinth, “(10) Now whom you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    John 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Apr 23, 2024
     | 2,634 views

    When John wrote these words, Jews would have thought God would love only the righteous. But the Bible doesn’t say God loves good-looking people. The Bible doesn’t say God loves rich and successful people.

    Think with me about some of the most famous sayings in history. Martin Luther King Jr said famously, “I have a dream…” John Fitzgerald Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what you can do for your country.” Perhaps there is no more famous sentence anywhere than John ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Found Faithful

    Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Mar 31, 2025
     | 280 views

    God is faithful, and He expects His people to be faithful. Someone has said, “True faith shows up in faithfulness. Not everyone can sing or preach, but all can be faithful.” Another observed, “The world crowns success; God crowns faithfulness.”

    Alba 3-30-2025 BE FOUND FAITHFUL I Corinthians 4:1-5 There is a story of a choir director who was so stressed out because at least one or more members of the choir were absent at every rehearsal for a concert. Finally came the last rehearsal and he announced: “I want to personally thank the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Finish Well - Acts 20:24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 27, 2025
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     | 400 views

    The world often measures success by how much we gain, how far we climb, and how well we are known. But the Apostle Paul teaches us to measure life by how faithfully we fulfil the mission Christ has given us.

    Go! And Finish Well Acts 20:24 (NLT): "But my life is worth nothing to me unless I use it for finishing the work assigned me by the Lord Jesus—the work of telling others the Good News about the wonderful grace of God." Introduction: Living With Eternal Purpose The world often measures ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    It's Your Finish That Counts

    Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jun 4, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,088 views

    IN LIFE, IT’S GREAT IF YOU CAN START OUT WELL, BUT WHAT REALLY MATTERS IS YOUR FINISH. DON’T LET THE RAPID RISE/SUCCESS OF OTHERS HINDER YOU FROM ACHIEVING YOUR DREAM. LET THE APOSTLE PAUL SERVE AS A GUIDE.

    IT’S YOUR FINISH THAT COUNTS II TIMOTHY 4:6-8 ECCLESIATES 9:11 – RACE – SWIFT, BATTLE – MIGHTY . . . ECCLESIATES 7:8 “BETTER IS THE END OF A THING THAN THE BEGINNING THEREOF.” WONDERFUL, IF YOU CAN START OUT FINE, BUT WHAT REALLY MATTERS IS HOW YOU FINISH. GOLF – DRIVE, BUT IT’S NOT YOUR START ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    21 Areas Of Total Transformation

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 13, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
     | 11,852 views

    This sermon examines 21 areas in which we need a total transformation such as 1.CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY 2.FEAR TO FAITH 3.BARRENNESS TO FRUITFULNESS 4.WEAKNESS TO STRENGTH 5.CURSES TO BLESSINGS 6.FAILURE TO SUCCESS 7.SICKNESS TO HEALTH and so on.

    21 AREAS OF TOTAL TRANSFORMATION ****************************** IMPORTANT : Kindly read the Bible verses mentioned while reading this article. 1. FROM CARNALITY TO SPIRITUALITY **************************** Galatians 5: 19-24 The Lord wants to transform us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "We Shall Be Like Him..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Aug 10, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,394 views

    God doesn’t call us to be successful, He calls us to be faithful. We are called to pattern our lives after Him. We need to take inventory of three important areas of our Christian walk. Let’s examine them together!

    Introduction It would do us all good to stop and take inventory of our Christian walk. God hasn’t called us to be successful but faithful! In what areas you ask, there are three, let’s examine them together! Main Division I. In Our Love (3:1-2) II. In Our Lives (3:3-11) III. In Our Loyalty ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Buriff avatar

    Help, I Married The Wrong Sister!

    Contributed by Brian Buriff on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,982 views

    When you feel like Jacob - "Help, I married the wrong person." Within every man and woman there lies 2 dimensions - the lovable Rachel side and the difficult Leah side. Successful marriages recognize both sides and learns to embrace both sides.

    HELP, I MARRIED THE WRONG SISTER! Read: Gen 29:15-31 I. HOW COULD JACOB POSSIBLY MARRY THE WRONG SISTER? A. Raises Lots Of Questions 1. Was it really that dark at night? / Did she have a bag over her head? 2. Was Jacob simply drunk at the wedding? B. Custom Practiced During Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Carl Allen avatar

    The World's Greatest Undertaking Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 6, 2009
     | 5,484 views

    The greatest success story you could ever have written about you once you have gone, is the story that is lived out through the children you have raised for God. The text in Duet, shows us how we are to raise our children.

    Keeping the Home Fire Burning Series THE WORLD’S GREATEST UNDERTAKING Deut. 6:1-9 Intro As we continue to think about the home and the family, one area of vital importance is that of raising our children. I want to address that area this evening and bring am message entitled, "The World’s Greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Ong avatar

    Break Free

    Contributed by John Ong on Jan 12, 2016
     | 7,099 views

    To make this New Year a successful year, we definitely need to turn all our bad thoughts and habits loose. Before we leap forward to a new start, let’s close the door of the bad practices and perceptions that hold us back.

    To make this New Year a successful year, we definitely need to turn all our bad thoughts and habits loose. Before we leap forward to a new start, let’s close the door of the bad practices and perceptions that hold us back. Letting go is an act of power, but with a heart that is ever enduring, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Committed To Serve Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 25,754 views

    Paul had experienced much success in ministry, and yet he knew he had not arrived. He resolved to release the past, embrace the present, and anticipate the future. We must continue to seek all the Lord has for us. We cannot be complacent or satisfied.

    Committed to Serve Philippians 3:12-16 As you study the life of Paul, you realize the opportunities he once enjoyed. As far as men were concerned, Paul once had it all – power, position, and prestige. He was a rising star with a bright future within the religious elite in Jerusalem. All of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Buffy Cook avatar

    How To Respond To Trials Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015
     | 7,331 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: How To Respond to Trials James 1:2-8 I. Introduction A. How many of you have ever used one of these? Show "For Dummies" book. B. When Dan Gookin wrote "DOS For Dummies," the first "For Dummies" book, most bookstore chains didn't want to carry the book at all, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Understand & Defeat Temptation Series

    Contributed by Buffy Cook on Jan 25, 2015
     | 5,320 views

    "For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

    Christianity For Dummies: How To Understand & Defeat Temptation James 1:13-18 I. Introduction A. Well, we've just started our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. We talked about the fact that this series title is not meant to insult but is rather a term of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist