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  • William Baeta avatar

    Ordained To Be A Prophet

    Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 2, 2013
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     | 39,051 views

    “I knew you before I formed you in your mother’s womb. Before you were born I set you apart and appointed you as my prophet to the nations” Jer. 1:5.

    Theme: Ordained to be a prophet Text: Jer. 1:4-10; 1 Cor. 13:1-12; Lk. 4:22-30 It is God’s desire that His people prophesy. His desire came to pass on the Day of Pentecost when Joel’s prophesy was fulfilled. “I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    With God You Are Victorious

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 5, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,650 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you with GOD? Are you victorious? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that our success, victories and prosperity is because GOD is with us. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 18:6 (New Living Translation, S

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you with GOD? Are you victorious? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that our success, victories and prosperity is because GOD is with us. IV. TEXT: 1 Chronicles 18:6 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then he placed several army garrisons in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Dogs (Temptation)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,401 views

    This is a sermon that focuses on living a life worthy of our calling.

    Philippians 3:1-11 Further, my brothers and sisters, rejoice in the Lord! To write the same things to you is not irksome to me, and is safe for you. Look out for the dogs, look out for the evil-workers, look out for those who mutilate the flesh. For we are the true circumcision, who worship God ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Becoming Fruit Inspectors

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jul 29, 2009
     | 2,887 views

    Jesus calls us here to do more than just sit and listen. He calls us to examine those whoclaim to be speaking for God, to see if it is so.

    Passage: Matthew 7:15-23 Intro: “The Story is told…(stressed out woman at traffic light who is arrested on suspicion of auto theft) 1. we live in a world where image is everything. 2. hide the flaws, mask the odor, lose the weight, color the grey hair, conceal the real me! 3. infects the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Lord's Supper

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,350 views

    A brief Message given prior to Observing this Ordinance

    The Lord’s Supper 1 Corinthians 11:17-26 * (Read the text) * Every time we come to the Lord’s Table we are to honor the Lord by proclaiming His death. Like no other collective time, this event should evoke in us a time of personal challenge. I fear we have reduced this Holy time to another event ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Matthew 5 – Part 19 – "But The Guy Is A Jerk And Deserves It!” Series

    Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 8, 2010
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,838 views

    Most action movies have some aspect of revenge in their storyline. When the bad guy finally gets killed, I agree with the hero as he says, “The guy was a jerk and deserved everything he got!” Am I the only one? Jesus challenges my thinking!

    Matthew 5 – Part 19 – “BUT THE GUY IS A JERK AND DESERVES IT!” Most action movies I have seen have some aspect of revenge in their storyline. And I must admit it, when the bad guy finally gets killed, I am there saying on the inside “The guy was a jerk and deserved everything he got!” Am I the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Water Baptism

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015
     | 7,487 views

    Understanding Water Baptism...

    Understanding Water Baptism The word baptize is from the Greek verb baptidzo which means “to immerse.” The process of baptism consists of immersion, submersion and emergence. This process is used to describe John’s baptism and Christian baptism. Simply stated, to baptize is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Walk In The Way Of The Lord

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 6, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 21,220 views

    “We look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal”. (2 Cor. 4:18)

    Theme: Walk in the way of the Lord Text: 1 Sam. 8:4-9; 2 Cor. 4:13-18; Mark 3:31-35 Before last Wednesday I thought I knew the road that leads to my home. When those roads turned into fast flowing rivers I found myself just following roads that could still be used. A journey that would normally ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    How A Disciple Grows Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 13, 2014
     | 7,060 views

    Making Disciples; Making a Difference How a Disciple Grows

    Making Disciples; Making a Difference How a Disciple Grows Colossians 2:6-7 In the first week of this series we looked at the command Jesus gave all of us to make disciples. Then last week we looked at a clear and simple definition of what is a disciple – a disciple knows and follows ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Contribution Of The Methodist Churches To The Development Of Our National Character

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
     | 3,933 views

    Content for this discourse has been excerpted from Wikipedia free-content encyclopedia and reworked into a message originally presented at a Flag Day Ecumenical Service held outdoors in the city park in Bird Island, Minnesota, June 13, 2013.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) The United Methodist Church and the many other offshoots of the Methodist movement comprise one of the largest groupings of Protestant denominations in the world today. The ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Kingdom Culture Of Love Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 3, 2025
     | 674 views

    Love is the defining characteristic of God's Kingdom. It is not just an emotion but a way of life that reflects the very nature of God.

    THE KINGDOM CULTURE OF LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 13:34-35, 1 John 4:7-8 "A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Discovering And Fulfilling Your Divine Assignment

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 12, 2025
     | 656 views

    Every human being is born for a purpose, but not everyone discovers or fulfils it. God did not create you to merely exist — He designed you to accomplish a unique divine assignment that will bring Him glory and bless humanity.

    DISCOVERING AND FULFILLING YOUR DIVINE ASSIGNMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Key Verse: Jeremiah 1:5 – “Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, and I ordained thee a prophet unto the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Conquering Fear And Walking In Dominion

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 10, 2025
     | 440 views

    Fear is one of the greatest hindrances to progress and destiny fulfilment. It cripples vision, paralyzes faith, and prevents people from stepping into their God-ordained future.

    CONQUERING FEAR AND WALKING IN DOMINION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 1:7 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:15, Joshua 1:9, Psalm 27:1-3, Luke 10:19 INTRODUCTION: Fear is one of the greatest hindrances to progress and destiny fulfilment. It cripples vision, paralyzes faith, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Feast Of The Transfiguration Of The Lord- Ascending The Spiritual Mountain

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 1, 2023
     | 1,196 views

    It happens, geographically, on a mountain top because the higher you climb the more you see, so it’s revelatory of a person’s advancement in the spiritual life.

    Even the highest moments of mystical union are meant to empower one to serve our neighbor. It’s about service. E.g. there is the story of a lady who went to a prayer group where everyone was sitting in silence. "When does the service begin?" she asked a man sitting near her. His answer: ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    The Relevance Of Saint Ignatius In The Contemporary World Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jul 22, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,014 views

    The teachings of Saint Ignatius of Loyola are still applicable today, providing ageless insight and direction for anyone looking for connection, meaning, and purpose in a world that is always evolving.

    The Relevance of Saint Ignatius in the Contemporary World Intro: The teachings of Saint Ignatius of Loyola are still applicable today, providing ageless insight and direction for anyone looking for connection, meaning, and purpose in a world that is always evolving. Scripture Matthew ...read more

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