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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Repentance

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 1, 2025
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    Repentance is a foundational principle of the Christian faith. It is the first step in turning away from sin and embracing a new life in Christ.

    REPENTANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 3:19 "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, when the times of refreshing shall come from the presence of the Lord." Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 18:30-32, Luke 13:3, 2 Chronicles 7:14, 1 John 1:9, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Lives Are Not Our Own Series

    Contributed by Don Walker on Jan 25, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 6,408 views

    Consideration of the value of human life and ways in which it is devalued by murder.

    Don’t You Believe It!: Our Lives Are Not Our Own Exodus 20:13 Evening, January 21, 2001 Pastor Don Walker In his autobiography, "Number 1", Billy Martin told about hunting in Texas with Mickey Mantle. Mickey had a friend who would let them hunt on his ranch. When they reached the ranch, Mickey ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Labor Day - Why Work?

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 5, 2015
    based on 5 ratings
     | 31,495 views

    As we look at these two passages of Scripture this morning, I think we are going to discover three important facts about the work that we do.

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK I think Labor Day is a kind of strange holiday. And it's difficult for a preacher to know what to preach on Labor Day Sunday. It's not one of the major holidays. Relatives don't come. There is no turkey to eat or presents to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Burdette avatar

    Being Kind When It's Hard Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 31, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,199 views

    Matthew 5:38-48

    JUST BE KIND - Being Kind When It’s Hard November 17, 2019 Matthew 5:38-48 (p. 678) Introduction: Amber Guyger had just finished a 13 hour shift as a Dallas Police officer and was on her way home. She was texting her boyfriend who was also a cop. She pulled into her parking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Lonnie Erwin avatar

    Our Identity In Christ Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 10, 2020
     | 4,878 views

    With the Indwelling of the Holy Spirit we have the Potential to be able to accomplish Gods will for our lives

    Paul writes in Gal 3:23 that before we asked Jesus into our lives we were bound by the law of sin and held in bondage but now that we asked Jesus into our lives we are free from the bondage of sin and have become heirs to kingdom through the promise. However there also comes responsibility. For the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Monte Brown avatar

    Steps To Peace With God Or How To Lead Someone To God

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,427 views

    As a Christian it is our duty to share the good news of Jesus Christ, in hopes of leading them to the Lord.

    God’s Purpose: Peace and Life God loves you and wants you to experience peace and life -- abundant and eternal. The Bible Says… “…we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:1 Of all the things the world needs today, it is peace. We seek ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    How To Respond When Your Toes Get Stepped On

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 14, 2013
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    A look at how we should respond when an uncomfortable word of rebuke comes our way.

    [Drama idea: Frame as a cheesy commercial. Three people on a pew, two getting convicted and visibly uncomfortable (squirming, facial agitation), one blithe and unconcerned. After a while, the other two ask him how he’s not bothered. He shows off his steel-toed boots. He got the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Community In Our Intimacy Series

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,250 views

    We need to go from being single as Christians to acting and living in the plural.

    Our Community in Our Intimacy Unity, Harmony, and Community – Part 4 John 17:20-26 We have been talking about unity, and harmony for the last couple of weeks. We discovered that we must be in unity in our belief. This means that we all believe not just in God, but also in His Son Jesus Christ – to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Walking With God

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 29, 2022
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    This message is about how we walk with God. Are we allowing Him to lead or are we trying to walk with Him as equal partners?

    Walking With God Scripture: Amos 3:3; Hebrews 11:1-6; Genesis 5:21-24 There is a song I love titled “Walk With Me.” The song says, “Walk with me Lord, walk with me. Walk with me Lord, walk with me. While I am on this, tedious journey, I want Jesus, to walk with me.” The song also includes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Step Two - Only God Can Save You Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 8, 2020
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     | 3,266 views

    For it is God who works in you to will and act in order to fulfill every good purpose. The words "Came to believe" mean that we are trusting in God’s promise to restore all His creation to himself for a life time.

    Step 2: Came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity Scripture: Phil 2:13: For it is God who works in you to will and act in order to fulfill every good purpose. Assertion: Came to believe means trusting in God’s promise to restore all His creation to himself for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Lonnie Erwin avatar

    Living A Life Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Feb 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,494 views

    The first 21 verses of 1 Peter could be summed this way (vs.3-12) living a life of Holiness and verses (vs.13-21) fear for God. Not a fear of bodily harm but a respect and concern as we struggle to live a life before the righteous God (1Pet 1:16)

    Intro Illustration: David Kinnaman, president of the Barna Group, discusses some disheartening research concerning the failure of Christians in our day to remain distinct: "In virtually every study we conduct, representing thousands of interviews every year, born again Christians (talking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    "o Lord, Revive Thy Work"

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022
     | 2,399 views

    All over this great country of ours, CHURCHES have revival services each year. Many of these churches schedule them in the FALL and in the SPRING of the year.

    While it is good that churches schedule these services frequently, it is equally good that they recognize that before a church can experience a HOLY GHOST REVIVAL MEETING, they must know WHAT A REAL HOLY GHOST REVIVAL IS. A Holy Ghost Revival consist of at least three things, such as: 1. It is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Propelled Into Destiny

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 26, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 19,656 views

    In every life, there are pivotal moments when destiny is defined for that person. The decisions made at those crucial times usually set the course for the rest of our lives. Message explores this dynamic in Daniel's life and makes application for today.

    Daniel 2:1-19, 47-49 4/12/15 In every life, there are pivotal moments when destiny is defined for that person. The decisions made at those crucial times usually set the course for the rest of our lives. I was watching a documentary a few days ago about the life of Martin Luther. In his early 20’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Breaking Out Of A Slump Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 14, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 10,278 views

    In this message I will share what God taught me in the midst of a recent slump, if you are in one I pray it helps. It helped alot of people at Central (I Am Jesus 22).

    Breaking Out Of A Slump I Am Jesus – part 22 HEY – are there any sports fan out there? OKAY – on a count of three just shout out your favorite sport…. NOW – my favorite sport to watch is the NFL. AND – let me tell you, I can’t wait for the season to kick off again. This year Anthony & I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Our Passion Is Our Priority Series

    Contributed by Dj Castilleja on Jun 20, 2007
     | 5,297 views

    What ever we are passionate about the most will get our priority.

    Our Passion is Our Priority Welcome to week two of the “Summer of Passion Series.” Passion is an extreme excitement, a deep devotion and a longing love for something. God would desire that we would be passionate about him. Jesus tells us to “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational