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  • John Oscar avatar

    Jehoiachin Series

    Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 2, 2022
     | 2,938 views

    Showing how the conditions in Judah immediately before Babylon conquered them closely resemble America today

    Jehoiachin Three Last Kings of Judah- CCCAG 10-2-22 Scripture- 2 Kings 24:8-17 As most of you probably have figured out by now, I love history. I know when you say the word “history” most people’s eyes glaze over and they remember this class as their least favorite in school- having to memorize ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Opens Unusual Doors

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 8, 2025
     | 337 views

    God alone has the authority to open doors that defy human logic, limitations, opposition, and closed systems.

    THE GOD WHO OPENS UNUSUAL DOORS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:7-8 Key Verse: “These things saith he that is holy, he that is true… behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.” — Revelation 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 45:1-3; 1 Corinthians 16:9; Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Five Fundamentals Of Jesus’ Relationship With Israel Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 16, 2025
     | 157 views

    This passage closes out this section and gives us five insights into Jesus' troubled relationship with Israel.

    - This passage provides a nice coda to the section that we have been working through. When taken as a whole, I think these few verses recenter us to the heart of who Jesus was and what He was doing. In particular, this passage highlights Jesus’ relationship with Israel. Of course, that is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Who Makes A Way Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 27, 2025
     | 713 views

    No matter the situation, our God is still in the business of making a way. Don’t be discouraged by the closed doors,

    THE GOD WHO MAKES A WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:16-19 (KJV) Thus saith the LORD, which maketh a way in the sea, and a path in the mighty waters; Which bringeth forth the chariot and horse, the army and the power; they shall lie down together, they shall not rise: they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Building Emotional Intimacy In Marriage Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025
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     | 211 views

    This teaching reveals how couples can deepen emotional closeness, understanding, and unity for a healthier and joyful marriage.

    BUILDING EMOTIONAL INTIMACY IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 2:24 Key Verse: “And they shall be one flesh.” — Genesis 2:24 Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12; Ephesians 4:2-3; 1 Peter 3:7; Colossians 3:12-14; Song of Solomon 2:16 INTRODUCTION Emotional intimacy is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Is Peace PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,286 views

    Explores the promise of God's profound and enduring peace, found not in the world, but in closeness with God, through the Prince of Peace.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a joy to be here with you in this sacred space where we gather, week after week, to engage with the timeless truths of God's Word. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a divine message that is as relevant today as it was over two thousand years ago. ...read more

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    Same Old Same Old--Vs Change

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 17, 2022
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     | 3,220 views

    We are commanded to grow in grace. Real growth demands effort and a good plan. Will we stay the same and refuse to change?

    THE SAME OLD SAME OLD VS. CHANGE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WHAT IF A CATERPILLAR DESIRED TO STAY A CATERPILLAR? CHANGE: Let us look at complete metamorphosis. There are four stages of growth. EGG, LARVA (CATERPILLAR), PUPA (COCOON), ADULT (BUTTERFLY.) Maybe use the frog: ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Words Chiseled In Stone

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 30, 2008
     | 4,449 views

    Words chiseled in stone are for remembering. Jesus said I’m coming back - Stay Awake! This message underlines why.

    33Beware, keep alert; for you do not know when the time will come. 34It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his slaves in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to be on the watch. 35Therefore, keep awake—for you do not know when the master of the house ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Matter Of Thomas

    Contributed by Laren Whaley on Apr 17, 2023
     | 2,899 views

    This morning’s message brings us behind closed doors with the disciples in those bewildering first days after Resurrection.

    The Matter of Thomas John 20:19 - 29 (NKJV) 19Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the disciples were assembled, for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood in the midst, and said to them, “Peace be with you.” 20When He had said this, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    There's More In The Barrel

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on May 2, 2022
     | 4,434 views

    How God can supply people's needs in the most difficult times. Elijah stays with the widow of Zarephath.

    THERE’S MORE IN THE BARREL Scripture Reading: I Kings 17: 8 - 16 Theme Scripture: I Kings 17:16 “And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake by Elijah.” I. JUDGMENT IN THE FORM OF A DROUGHT A. The Cause of The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Love Them Back

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 28, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,455 views

    Expect oppositions in life and ministry, but stay focused. Listen to what God has to say, not man. Repay with grace, not justice.

    How do you handle oppositions - people who do not like you, make fun of you, and always coming at you, with or without good reasons. • And worst still, you can’t run away from them; you are called to serve them. That’s Moses’ experience. And that can be our experience ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Recession Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Shawn Williams on Aug 13, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,246 views

    This message is to teach you how to close the door on fear, by strengthening your faith in God and solidifying your confidence in His Word.

    Recession: This is not the Time to Fear 2 Timothy 1:7 John 16:33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. 1Pe 4:12 Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Heard It Through The Grapevine

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 6, 2025
     | 315 views

    Staying connected to Jesus — the True Vine — keeps us from living on secondhand faith, rumor, or hearsay; it grows firsthand fruit.

    Introduction — “The Gospel According to Motown (and Ma Bell)” Back in the day of homesteading, some of my relatives lived on a farm. It was a big day when the telephone company finally strung wire out to the countryside, hooking up rural America to the world. These early installations usually ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Overcoming End-Of-Year Battles Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 26, 2025
     | 226 views

    This sermon reveals how believers can confront and defeat spiritual battles that arise at the close of the year through divine power, vigilance, and faith.

    OVERCOMING END-OF-YEAR BATTLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:12 Key Verse: “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” (Ephesians ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Three Simple Rules (3) Series

    Contributed by O. K. Neal on Jan 25, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,474 views

    Life is simpler if we follow Wesley’s three simple rules than 615+ laws. Third, stay in love with God

    Three simple rules (3) Excerpts taken from the talk (and book) of Bishop Rueben P. Job by the same title John 21: 15-17 Last two week Do no harm Do Good Today = Stay in love with God Wesley says = “Stay in love with God by attending all of the ordinances of God...” All you legalists should ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible