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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Spiritual Development Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025
     | 173 views

    Spiritual development is the process of becoming more like Christ, growing in grace, and maturing in godliness to fulfil God’s purpose.

    THEME: LIVING A BALANCED LIFE TITLE:  SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 4:7-8 “But refuse profane and old wives' fables, and exercise thyself rather unto godliness. For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Spiritual Maturity Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 20, 2025
     | 247 views

    Spiritual maturity is the process of growing in Christlikeness, developing discernment, and living in obedience to God’s Word.

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 5:13-14 Key Verse: “For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Stanley Vasu avatar

    Spiritual Riches

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Oct 4, 2025
     | 210 views

    1. Riches of His grace 2. Riches of His glory 3. Riches of Christ 4. Riches of His goodness , forbearance, and longsuffering 5. Riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God and of Christ, 6. Rich in good works 7. Eternal Riches

    SPIRITUAL RICHES 1. Riches of His grace 2. Riches of His glory 3. Riches of Christ 4. Riches of His goodness , forbearance, and longsuffering 5. Riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God and of Christ, 6. Rich in good works 7. Eternal Riches ********************************** SPIRITUAL ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Go! And Stand Firm: Engaging In Spiritual Warfare Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 14, 2024
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     | 1,677 views

    We live in a world where physical battles dominate the headlines, but as believers, we know there is a greater, unseen battle raging around us—the battle for our souls and the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

    Go! And Stand Firm: Engaging in Spiritual Warfare Introduction Today, we embark on an essential and powerful journey into the topic of spiritual warfare. We live in a world where physical battles dominate the headlines, but as believers, we know there is a greater, unseen battle raging around ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Victor Ramlall avatar

    Born Again To See And Conquer!

    Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Mar 7, 2015
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    It's not the wise and sophisticated intellectuals admired and looked up to in the world, who are foremost in the kingdom. We need to be born again as a little child into the Kingdom of God, relying on Him always!

    At the same time came the disciples unto Jesus, saying, Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them, And said, Verily I say unto you, Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Being Good Matters Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,572 views

    We must be vigilant and fight against gratifying ourselves in opposition to the will of God.

    Today, I want to talk about “Why Being Good Matters.” And I want to express it in such a way that rebels who repent of their sins have hope. We want to examine our purpose in living against the backdrop of life itself. Not a sanitized view of life that we find in an ivory tower, stained glass ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Who Sends Part 2: Expecting Opposition Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 25, 2010
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     | 4,981 views

    In following Jesus, we sign up for both his suffering and his victory.

    A Messiah Who Sends Part 2: Expecting Opposition Text: Matt. 10:16-23 Introduction 1. Illustration: John Stott wrote, “I could never believe in God, if it were not for the cross… In the real world of pain, how could one worship a God who was immune to it? I have entered many ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Paul's Principles Of Dealing With Opposition In Ministry Observed At Ephesu

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,833 views

    Paul’s Principles of Dealing With Opposition in Ministry Observed at Ephesus: Acts 19:8-41

    Paul’s Principles of Dealing With Opposition in Ministry Observed at Ephesus: Acts 19:8-41 Illustration: (Controlling Anger) This brings to mind a story told about Tommy Bolt who was on the professional golfing tour in the 1950’s. Tommy had earned the reputation of being a man of anger. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Sword And The Trowel

    Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 25, 2023
     | 2,788 views

    As we rebuild God's kingdom, we WILL have opposition and have to wage spiritual warfare. But don't fear! We HAVE A CHAMPION who has never lost a battle! Be courageous and fight for your God and His Kingdom!

    THE SWORD AND THE TROWEL NEH. 4:1-17 NKJV INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Barbara Honig from California was helplessly lost in a small town in upstate New York. She flagged down a passing police officer. It turned out the address she was looking for was in the opposite direction. 2. “Is it ok if I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Joy Of Prayer: Spiritual Disciplines = Spiritual Privileges

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 16, 2022
     | 1,437 views

    During this extended period of Covid 19 lockdown, we need to draw nearer to God. This sermon is about the spiritual practice of prayer.

    Sermon for January 16, 2022 - The Joy of Prayer - Prayer as a Spiritual Discipline Last week Pastor Arleen introduced our current series on spiritual disciplines. If you missed that message, it was an excellent overview of what spiritual disciplines are and why they matter. You can watch that on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Spiritual Foundations: Inevitable For Spiritual Walk With God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 20, 2025
     | 228 views

    Without a solid spiritual foundation, it is easy to fall away, to compromise, or to be tossed to and fro by doctrines, trials, or temptations.

    SPIRITUAL FOUNDATIONS: INEVITABLE FOR SPIRITUAL WALK WITH GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:24-27 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 3:10-11, Psalm 11:3, Luke 6:47-49, Ephesians 2:19-22 INTRODUCTION: Every building that stands the test of time is first established on a solid ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Allan Quak avatar

    Too Little, Too Late Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016
     | 7,970 views

    Josiah sought to be faithful to the covenant even though he knew it would not change anything - in the face of opposition we are called to continued faithfulness.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/kings-series/ Message 2 Kings 23:1-30 “Too Little Too Late” Opening Kenny and the Suzuki An admiration of the continued commitment despite all the set-backs. The view of continuing no matter what the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    A Regular Riot Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 8, 2020
     | 2,721 views

    Pagan society and the Gospel do not mix. If we stay true to the Word, we can expect opposition. This opposition highlights that we are in the midst of a spiritual battle.

    A Regular Riot (Acts 19:21-40) 1. Sept. 1 2020 (UPI) -- An American Airlines pilot preparing to land in Los Angeles reported an unusual encounter at about 3,000 feet with a "guy in a jetpack." A recording of the conversation between the pilot and air traffic control Sunday evening at ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Troy Campbell avatar

    Two Spiritual Laws Series

    Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 15, 2016
     | 10,805 views

    Fear is a spirit and it must be dealt with on a spiritual level. Fear is not an emotion, it is a door that the devil uses to get room in our lives.

    Fear vs. Faith – 1 Two Spiritual Laws II Timothy 1:5-7 “When I call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded is in you also. Therefore I remind you to stir up the gift of God, which is in you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Spiritual Solutions For Depression

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 7,257 views

    Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional. We cannot avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. The Holy Spirit amplifies His nearness and comforting powers to us, when we are feeling depressed. David wrote, "The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves tho

    Spiritual Solutions for Depression Quote: Pain is inevitable, but misery is optional. We cannot avoid pain, but we can avoid joy. Tim Hansel Psalm 34:18 Illustration: Many are suffering from emotional stress that often times leads to depression. Jim Varney who played Earnest T ("know what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational