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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Breaking Invisible Curses

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 11, 2025
     | 400 views

    Invisible curses are real, but the power of Jesus Christ is greater than any curse. Through His death, burial, and resurrection, we are redeemed from every curse of the law.

    BREAKING INVISIBLE CURSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:13-14 – “Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree: That the blessing of Abraham might come on the Gentiles through Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Where Did He Go?

    Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jul 31, 2021
     | 1,677 views

    Much is said about unity of the body of Christ. Here Paul tells how to accomplish this. He also goes into the depth that God will go to unify His Church.

    Sermon Title: Where did He go? Scripture Text: Ephesians 4:1-16 Now hear the reading of God’s word. There will be a few stops on our way through our Scripture Text too. Ephesians 4:1-16 NLT Unity in the Body 4 Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Bound By Love

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 19, 2022
     | 1,978 views

    Christians are all on the same team! Regardless of denominations, countries, or language, we are all doing our part when we help build the Kingdom of God together.

    WITHIN EVERY HUMAN HEART LIES THE YEARNING TO BE AFFIRMED, UNDERSTOOD, AND USEFUL. I BELIEVE THERE IS NO OTHER PLACE IN WHICH TO HAVE ALL THESE DESIRES FULFILLED THAN WITHIN THE BODY OF CHRIST, THE CHURCH. THERE IS NO SAFER PLACE ON EARTH IN WHICH TO USE ONE’S GIFTS, TALENTS AND ABILITIES THAN IN ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Fountain Gate Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 6, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,246 views

    This is the 6th sermon in the Series "Rebuild The Gates".

    Series: Rebuild The Gates [#6] THE FOUNTAIN GATE Nehemiah 3:15 Introduction: The Fountain Gate appeared to be the gate that was in the worst condition. It was so bad that the ruins of that gate blocked Nehemiah’s journey when he took a secret tour of the city walls during the night. When he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Securing Divine Help Through Kingdom Priorities Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2026
     | 75 views

    Placing God’s kingdom first positions a believer to receive divine guidance, provision, protection, and supernatural help in every area of life.

    SECURING DIVINE HELP THROUGH KINGDOM PRIORITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:33 Key Verse: "But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you." — Matthew 6:33 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:1-2; Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Turn Towards God

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on May 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,714 views

    There is amazing power when the people of God turn towards him.

    email me with the subject line and I will send you the powerpoint that goes with this sermon. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Turn Towards God There is amazing power when the people of God turn towards him. Sunday Morning Sermon 05.04.08 Intro: Closer to God Video: -- Jump Drive (Start with title and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fighting Above Your Weight Class

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012
     | 8,143 views

    A sermon about going the extra mile.

    1 Corinthians 9:26-27 KJV I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: [27] But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. I. INTRODUCTION—FIGHTING ABOVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Duty In A Hostile World Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 19, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,250 views

    Three very basic aspects of our duty: 1) the incentive to our spiritual duty, 2) the instructions for our duty, and 3) the intention of our duty.

    In HUNTINGTON, Utah -Crews were forced to halt their desperate underground search for six trapped coal miners after a cave-in killed three rescue workers and injured six. "We have suspended indefinitely the underground portion of this rescue effort," said Richard Stickler, head of the U.S. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Leaving The Past Behind Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 20, 2019
     | 12,447 views

    We have a new life and a new identity in Jesus; the old way of living life doesn't matter anymore. We have to be able to leave the past behind, and we need to do three things so that we can accomplish this feat.

    INTRODUCTION • VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • It’s is already that time of the year again, time to make those awesome life-changing New Year’s resolutions. • You know, those heartfelt resolutions that you made about this time last year, you know, the ones that lasted a few days to a few weeks, you know, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    #7 Tepid Waiting Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 10, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,733 views

    As we wait on God’s plan we must 1. Stay soft; 2. Keep our ears clean; 3. Keep our vision pure.

    #7 TEPID Waiting By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr.   Kyfingers@aol.com This is a 7 part series. 1. Waiting and Patience the dirty words? ;  2. Habakkuk’s Waiting Room;  3. Danger of waiting and spiritual rust; 4. The five levels of waiting;  5. Waiting with Joy and gladness 6. Long waits and sudden ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    A Love Affair Between Christ And His Church (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 9,547 views

    Paul describes the great mystery of Christ’s passionate love for the church through the relationship of the husband and wife. What does it look like for the Church to have a passionate relationship with Jesus? It begins with SUBMISSION.

    A Nashville newspaper carried a tongue-in-cheek story about a Mrs. Lila Craig who hadn’t missed attending church in 1,040 Sundays (20 years). The editor commented, “It makes one wonder, what’s the matter with Mrs. Craig? Doesn’t it ever rain or snow in her town on Sunday? Doesn’t she ever have ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Evangelism For The Ordinary Person

    Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 5, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,024 views

    Using Steve Sjogren’s Servant Evangelism to demonstrate how ordinary people like us can evangelize through acts of kindness.

    According to Jesus the greatest commandments are to “love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and to “love your neighbor as yourself.” When Jesus referred to neighbor he wasn’t just speaking of the person who lived next door, but to every person, whether they are like us or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Healthy Appetite Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 27, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,442 views

    The proper response to mourning over the reality of suffering and evil in the world, and the key to meekness, is not conquering desire, but learning to desire the right things.

    Are you one of the people who have been following the state of the Bronco cornerbacks’ hamstrings? Both Bailey and Alexander suffered injuries that kept them out of the Jacksonville game and snapped Bailey’s 99 consecutive-game streak, which is the longest in the NFL for a cornerback. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Changing And Helping People Cope With Change Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,479 views

    How do we handle changes? Usually it is at this time that we deal with some of the greatest of stresses in our lives. Let’s examine God’s word for guidance.

    Changing and Helping People Cope with Change Stephen R. Yarnall, MD, Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Unpleasant Changes--What To Do. When things don’t go our way, we typically go through 10 stages which are a normal part of the coping and healing process. 1. Denial--"It can’t be," ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Fruitlessness At It's Best, Or Try Again!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 2, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,855 views

    We often want to look at what we think is a fruitless, burned over field, and throw up our hands and quit. May be this is a great opportunity to try again! Let God arise!

    IS THIS FRUITLESSNESS AT IT’S BEST? OR SHOULD WE TRY AGAIN AND AGAIN AND AGAIN? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Here I use a Galileo thermometer. A Galileo thermometer uses the lowest floating ball to determine what the temperature is. This is a fairly accurate system to measure ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God