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  • Thomas Andrufski avatar

    Running To Jesus

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Mar 17, 2021
     | 6,596 views

    When a sinner realizes that they are lost and understand the meaning of salvation, they should RUN to Jesus and not delay. There are several examples of men in the New Testament who actually ran to Jesus.

    Running to Jesus Proverbs 18:10 (KJV) The name of the LORD is a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. When a sinner realizes that they are lost and understand the meaning of Acts 4:12 Acts 4:12 (KJV) Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Time Management Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025
     | 748 views

    Time management is the godly art of wisely utilising the limited hours of life in alignment with God’s purpose, so that destiny is fulfilled without waste, regret, or delay.

    TIME MANAGEMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1 Key Verse: “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” (Psalm 90:12) Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:15-16, Colossians 4:5, Proverbs 6:6-11 INTRODUCTION Time is one of the most precious resources ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Power Against Retrogression

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025
     | 576 views

    Retrogression is the condition of going backward instead of forward. It is when progress is hindered and one's life, family, or ministry starts experiencing delay, stagnation, or decline.

    POWER AGAINST RETROGRESSION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 1:6 Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 43:18-19, Luke 5:5-6, Judges 6:1-6 INTRODUCTION: Retrogression is the condition of going backward instead of forward. It is when progress is hindered and one's life, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 10, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 157 views

    Persistent prayer matters because God hears, cares, and responds in His perfect timing, inviting us to trust Him even when answers seem delayed.

    Some prayers are born in bright rooms with balloons and birthday cake. Others are born at 2:13 a.m., when the house is quiet, the questions are loud, and the pillow is wet. Some prayers feel like sprinting—fast, full of faith. Others feel like limping—slow, sore, and short on strength. If you’ve ...read more

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    The God Of Second Chances

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 21, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,348 views

    Why did Jesus turn water into wine? I think there are three reasons. 1. The first reason is that Jesus is compassionate. He got the couple out of a social disaster 2. The second reason was that wine signifies God’s new age that Jesus was ushering

    Jesus’ first miracle: Turning water into wine (Jn 2:1-11) Story: A little girl was attending a wedding for the first time. She whispered to her mother, "Why is the bride dressed in white?" Her mother replied: "Because white is the colour of happiness, and today is the happiest day of her ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Todd Riley avatar

    Follow Jesus Because He Offers A Better Way Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Todd Riley on May 8, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 4,981 views

    Reasons for why the way of salvation that Jesus offers is better than that of other religions

    Islington Baptist Church May 6, 2001 Series: Why Jesus? Why follow Jesus and not any other religion, system, philosophy, or way? Key texts for this week: Acts 16:30, Matthew 11:28-30, Galatians 1 Follow Jesus because he offers a better way of salvation A number of weeks ago we began a series ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Power In Praise

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 17,572 views

    Reasons and guidelines for praising God using His attributes

    Fifty Benefits That You Gain By Praising God (Ephesians 1) Illustration:I think we delight to praise what we enjoy because the praise not merely expresses but completes the enjoyment. It is not out of compliment that lovers keep on telling one another how beautiful they are; the delight is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Jesus Lived By The Golden Rule

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 84 ratings
     | 6,843 views

    Reasons why Jesus preached and lived by the golden rule

    The Power of the Golden Rule (Matt 7:12-16) Illustration:George Muller (1805-1898) built many orphanages at Ashley Down, England. Without a personal salary, he relied only on God to supply the money and food needed to support the hundreds of homeless children he befriended in the name of Christ. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Who Needs God Anyway?

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Aug 25, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 6,203 views

    Here are three practical reasons that everybody needs the Lord.

    Who Needs God Anyway? 16 ¶ Come ye near unto me, hear ye this; I have not spoken in secret from the beginning; from the time that it was, there am I: and now the Lord GOD, and his Spirit, hath sent me. 17 Thus saith the LORD, thy Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; I am the LORD thy God which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Celebration Of Scripture

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 3, 2002
    based on 79 ratings
     | 17,026 views

    Four reasons why Christians celebrate the Bible as Scripture

    Well with this being Labor Day weekend, this week I became interested in some of the more obscure holidays people celebrate in our culture. For instance, I found out that one community celebrates February 12 as "Darwin Day." March 22 is "National Goof Off Day." November 24 is "Buy Nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Necessity Of The Atonement Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by James Groce on Sep 15, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,018 views

    There are four major biblical reasons why the atonement was necessary

    There are four major biblical reasons why the atonement was necessary, most of which are intimately connected with God’s nature or character. 1. God’s Righteousness and Justice Many people who object to the biblical doctrine of the atonement do so because they do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Cost Of Discipleship

    Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 151 ratings
     | 15,873 views

    Three reasons why following Jesus Christ is costly.

    Luke 9:57-62 The Cost of Discipleship INTRODUCTION In the middle of the first century BC, Julius Caesar landed on the shores of Britain with his Roman legions. He took a bold and decisive step to ensure the success of his military campaign. He ordered his men to march to the edge of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Yellow Light

    Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,192 views

    We need to slow down and remember the reason for the season

    The Yellow Light This is the time of year when everyone starts getting ready for Christmas. The stores have the trees and Christmas decorations on display. They’re running sales trying to encourage all of us to spend, spend, spend. Elevators are filled with all of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Are You Here?

    Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,317 views

    Worship God To be here for any other reason is in vain!

    Why are you here? You are not here today to be seen and heard. We have not come here to show off a new dress or anything like that. We are not here to visit friends and family. You did not come here to hear an elite speaker or be entertained. Worship God To be here for any other reason is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Turn Back!

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Feb 24, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 6,286 views

    A deductive exposition presenting the reasons for developing a lifestyle of repentance.

    Topic: Christian Living Theme: Repentant Christian Living Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to develop a lifestyle of repentance. Response: Individuals will commit themselves to a life on constantly turning to God. Pattern: A deductive exposition ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan