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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    Women In The Church - Free To Serve As God Equips!

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 15, 2022
     | 3,598 views

    A careful and self-aware reading of Scripture demonstrates that God uses men and women equally in the body of Christ. He equips and empowers for His glory. We are better off if we don't resist His hand of grace.

    May 2022 Sermon - Women in the Church - Acts 2:16-21; Galatians 3:26-29 Today we are beginning a short series on an issue that is very close to my heart. That issue is to do with the wellness of the body of Christ, the overall health of the church. And it’s to do with the responsibility of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Step With The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 27, 2014
     | 5,637 views

    We live in opposition to the world, and we're engaged in an internal struggle between the old and new natures, a clash of opposites described as the fruit of 2 trees--the works of the flesh & the fruit of the Spirit.

    Introduction: How’s your walk with the Lord? God doesn’t demand perfection, but He does expect some progress. If we’re walking in step with the Spirit, our lives will demonstrate an on-going devotion to God, His word, His church, and His people. Liberty or License, 16-18: ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Who's In Charge Of Your Desires?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,190 views

    Who’s In Charge of Your Desires? (Rom. 6:12-14)

    Who’s In Charge of Your Desires? (Rom. 6:12-14) Illustration:Former pro basketball star Bill Bradley tells that at the age of 15 he attended a summer basketball camp that was run by Easy Ed Macauley, a former college and pro star. "Just remember that if you’re not working at your game to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Laying Down Our Will

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jun 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,577 views

    In order to grow in the things of God and to be used in a powerful way for Jesus, we must lay down our will. In order for God’s life (His will) to be expressed through us, we must lay our life (our will) down. God’s will for our life overrides the plans

    Introduction · In order to grow in the things of God and to be used in a powerful way for Jesus, we must lay down our will. · In order for God’s life (His will) to be expressed through us, we must lay our life (our will) down. · God’s will for our life overrides the plans, purposes and pursuits ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Breaking The Strongholds Of Satan (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Feb 6, 2013
     | 4,961 views

    Did you know that all people can break the strongholds of Satan in their lives? How? Let’s learn from this incredible text.

    Breaking the Strongholds of Satan (Part 2) Acts 19:1-20 Introduction: 1. In Acts 18:23, Paul left his home church in Antioch and began his third missionary journey. Over 1,000 miles later, his travels landed him in the city of Ephesus, the capital city of Asia. It was a city of several hundred ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Love Your Enimies

    Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Sep 14, 2016
     | 4,456 views

    How can we show love to the one who hates us?

    Introduction: "Love your neighbor" is the commandment given by God in Leviticus 19:18 . But "Hate your enemies" is not a commandment (nowhere written in OT) but addition/alteration made by Pharisees and Scribes. That’s why Jesus said, '"you have heard" and not "it is written". 1. Who is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The End Is Near, And So Is A New Beginning

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 14, 2015
     | 7,197 views

    Our hope is in Christ’s return, which will be the main event of the end times. We must be careful not to be deceived by world events. Instead, we must look forward to the greatest event in history-Christ’s return for his church!

    We’re getting closer to the end of our church year. In fact, next Sunday is Reign of Christ Sunday, which is the church’s equivalent to New Year’s Eve. As we draw closer to the end of the church year, our Gospel readings begin to emphasize the signs of Christ’s Second ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Bearing One Another’s Burdens

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 25, 2025
     | 793 views

    As Christians, we are called to demonstrate love, compassion, and solidarity with one another, especially in times of difficulty. Bearing one another’s burdens means coming alongside our brothers and sisters in Christ to support them emotionally, spiritually, and physically.

    Title: BEARING ONE ANOTHER’S BURDENS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 6:2 "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ." Supporting Texts: Romans 15:1-2; 1 Thessalonians 5:14; 1 Corinthians 12:25-26; Philippians 2:4 INTRODUCTION: As Christians, we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Divine Helpers For Divine Purposes Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 5, 2025
     | 209 views

    God strategically positions people to help fulfil His purposes in the lives of His children and to advance His kingdom.

    DIVINE HELPERS FOR DIVINE PURPOSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 2:1-21 Key Verse: “And she said unto them, I know that the Lord hath given you the land, and that your terror is fallen upon us, and that all the inhabitants of the land faint because of you.” (Joshua 2:9) Supporting ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Growing In Truth: Transformed By Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 30, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 695 views

    The transformative power of speaking truth in love is a key principle outlined by the apostle Paul in Ephesians 4:15. This verse underscores the importance of aligning our words and actions with the love of Christ, ultimately leading to spiritual growth and maturity in our Christian walk.

    Growing in Truth: Transformed by Christ's Love Ephesians 4:15 Scripture Reading: "Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church." (Ephesians 4:15, NLT) Introduction: Today, we explore the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Marraige:- Husbands Love Your Wives (As Your Own Bodies) Series

    Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jul 18, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 15,814 views

    You take care of something you love. If you take good care of your car, it’s going to run better. Take good care of your body and it will stay in better health. Take good care of your wife and she will be a better helpmate.

    Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Senior Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Be Reconciled To God

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,718 views

    The father only seems like a chump, taking back the wastrel son. But I am not the elder son, I am the prodigal, needing forgiveness.

    4th Sunday of Lent 2010 So we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We beseech you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. If God had to join the rest of us in ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    God’s Sovereignty In Human Choices Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 269 views

    While human beings are given the ability to choose, it is God who remains supreme over all outcomes.

    GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN HUMAN CHOICES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 9:15–18, Daniel 4:35, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: The tension between divine sovereignty and human choice is one of the most profound ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ruth And The Power Of Obedience Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 27, 2024
     | 1,343 views

    This sermon explores the power of obedience in the story of Ruth.

    Opening: The Tale of Two Sons Let me tell you a story about a man with two sons. This man owned a large vineyard and asked his sons to work in the field one day. The first son, filled with a sense of independence and self-confidence, said, “No, I don’t feel like it today,” but later he regretted ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Change Of Heart Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 4,165 views

    Have you ever been so desperate that you’ve said, “God, I need a miracle!”? Miracles are supernatural events that offer hope and healing to people in need.

    Few things evoked unmitigated fear and near national panic as the image, you see in front of you. Known by some as hemorrhagic fever, this deadly disease is better known as Ebola. All eyes were on Texas in the Fall of last year (2014) when a patient, Thomas Eric Duncan, carried the lethal virus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist