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  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Revivals For Philip And Bartholomew Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 21, 2021
     | 1,597 views

    How did Philip instantly recognize Jesus and what kind of revival did blunt Bartholomew experience?

    How did Philip instantly recognize Jesus and what kind of revival did blunt Bartholomew experience? 1) Philip the Apostle’s Revival Can someone who knows the Bible well instantly recognize Jesus? Called with similar words to other disciples, “Follow Me” (John 1:43 NASB), Philip instantly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Repentance And Restoration 2 Samuel 12:13 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,863 views

    Let's explore a journey of repentance, forgiveness, and restoration through the lens of 2 Samuel 12 which reveals God’s mercy and the transformative power of repentance.

    Transformed by Truth: The Power of Repentance and Restoration 2 Samuel 12:13 2 Samuel 12:13 (NLT): "Then David confessed to Nathan, ‘I have sinned against the Lord.’ Nathan replied, ‘Yes, but the Lord has forgiven you, and you won’t die for this sin.'" Introduction Today, we explore ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus Sees

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 265 views

    One of the greatest assurances in life is knowing that we are not invisible to God. People may overlook or ignore us, but Jesus sees us in every situation.

    JESUS SEES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "The eyes of the Lord are in every place, keeping watch on the evil and the good." – Proverbs 15:3 Supporting Texts: Genesis 16:13, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Psalm 33:18, Hebrews 4:13, Matthew 6:4 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest assurances in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Understands

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 422 views

    Life is full of experiences that can sometimes make us feel isolated, misunderstood, and alone. People may fail to grasp the depth of our struggles, but there is One who fully understands us—Jesus Christ.

    JESUS UNDERSTANDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathise with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin." – Hebrews 4:15 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 53:3-4, Matthew 9:36, John 11:35, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Know Those That Labour Among You

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 20, 2025
     | 405 views

    God’s ministers are His gifts to the church. Recognising, honouring, and supporting them is a biblical mandate that brings blessings to both individuals and the church as a whole.

    KNOW THOSE THAT LABOUR AMONG YOU By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you." – 1 Thessalonians 5:12 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 13:17, Acts 20:28, 1 Timothy 5:17, Philippians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Calls You By Name Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 17, 2025
     | 335 views

    God’s personal knowledge of and relationship with His children shows His love, purpose, and intimate involvement in our lives.

    THE GOD WHO CALLS YOU BY NAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:1 – “But now thus saith the LORD that created thee, O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel, Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.” Supporting Texts: John 10:3-4; Exodus 3:4; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Enemy Within Series

    Contributed by Terry Williams on Aug 26, 2013
     | 4,694 views

    Help the church recognize apostasy within the church by recognizing a false Christian.

    Sermon 4 of 11 Jude: A Call to Defend The Enemy Within Jude 4 Passage 4 For certain people have crept in unnoticed who long ago were designated for this condemnation, ungodly people, who pervert the grace of our God into sensuality and deny our only Master and Lord, Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Only One Thing Is Needful

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Aug 7, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,311 views

    We live in a time of never-ending worries and distractions.

    (This is not an original message, some key points have come from other ministers) TITLE: ONLY ONE THING IS NEEDFUL SCRIPTURE: ST. LUKE 10:38-42 Today’s gospel is probably one of the shortest narratives in the Bible, but even though it is short, it still has a lot to say. In today’s gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    3 Faces Of Satan

    Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 136 ratings
     | 6,028 views

    to defeat the enemy we have to recognize the enemy.

     3 FACES OF SATAN Illustration: Scouting reports from sport teams. Know the enemy and what he looks like. In Vietnam it was hard to know who the enemy was because they did not always wear uniforms, they did not always have distinguishing details to point them out. Robin Williams in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Weightless Series

    Contributed by Billy Hornsby on Nov 4, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,668 views

    Some of us are a little bit lame in our life because our life has gotten off track. Our expectations of the things of this world let us down, and we need to refocus on the person of Jesus Christ.

    I’m glad I got to speak about Acts chapter 3, because chapter 3 is kind of like one of those first huge miracles of the Church after the day of Pentecost, after the Holy Spirit was given. I want to pick up on the story because...now Peter has just received the Holy Spirit. He came on 120 people. He ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Reaching The Right Goals Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 24, 2025
     | 302 views

    Was there a time you made a goal that resulted in the opposite of what you wanted? What if you knew the truths about focused living that would help you recognize and rid yourself of negative distractions. Get ready to learn from Paul’s examples of pursuing Godly goals!

    Reaching the Right Goals Philippians 3:12-16 We continue this morning with our annual church theme, Living a Holy and Wholesome Life. The theme is taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:23: May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be ...read more

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    Facial Recognition

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 5, 2023
     | 1,689 views

    If you have recognized yourselves in other people, then Jesus will recognize himself in you.

    I was adjusting the biometric ID on my phone while I was preparing this sermon and started thinking about the things like the algorithms used to identify users’ buying habits and then about how easy it is to access untold quantities of information about you just from plugging your name into your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Choosing Faith Over Worry - Matthew 6:25-32 And Matthew 6:33-34 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 11, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,943 views

    In Matthew 6, Jesus invites us to put our faith in God, reminding us that God is not only able to care for us but is willing to meet our needs as we seek Him first.

    Choosing Faith Over Worry - Matthew 6:25-32 and Matthew 6:33-34 Introduction Today, we’re diving into a powerful teaching from Jesus about worry, a struggle that affects so many of us. We all face moments of anxiety—whether it’s about finances, health, relationships, or the future. But Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Traped In The Cares Of Life

    Contributed by Jason Evans on Jun 13, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,884 views

    A message warning on the distractions of life and encouragment to keep the focus on God.

    In Luke 21:34-36 it says “And take heed to yourselves, lest at any time your hearts be overcharged with surfeiting, and drunkenness, and cares of this life, and so that day come upon you unawares. For as a snare shall it come on all them that dwell on the face of the whole earth. Watch ye ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Focus On God's Promises

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 29, 2013
     | 13,388 views

    God wants to us focus. But on what? And what distracts us?

    Psalm 119:148 "My eyes stay open through the watches of the night, that I may meditate on your promises." Well, it's official. The number one cause of car accidents among all drivers, especially drivers under the age of 20, is… do you know? What is the number one cause of car accidents, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran