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  • Ronald Thorington avatar

    #10 Living In Troubled Times Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 28, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,758 views

    America is Experiencing Troubled Times A. Growing domestic unrest B. Growing violence in the streets C. Growing social unrest D. Threat of terrorism How to respond personally to all these disturbances?

    Living in Troubling Times 11/22/15 Introduction: These last two weeks we have seen some very disturbing things happen around the world. We saw how ISIS planted a bomb on a Russian airliner and killed over 200 people, we say how ISIS attacked Paris France with multiple attacks and killed 130 and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Mustard Seed Growth In Our Lives.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,210 views

    The mustard plant grows from insignificance to the largest of garden plants quickly. What are we doing to grow in our right relationship with God and others. The Kingdom of heaven is like a mustard plant growing.

    Mark: 4:30-32 The parable of the mustard seed. Read Mark 4:30-32 The kingdom of God, is like! Jesus in his wisdom gave all these explanations of what the kingdom of God was like, and he did it in parables by painting pictures with words. Now the people he was talking to knew what a mustard ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Aim For Perfection Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 11, 2010
     | 9,349 views

    In this sermon, we wrap up the entire series by challenging ourselves to aim for perfection, strive toward unity, examine ourselves, and lean on the Lord.

    Introduction: A. How many of you break out into a cold sweat or used to break out into a cold sweat when you hear the words: “Clear your desk, take out a sheet of paper and something to write with. We are going to have a pop quiz”? 1. How many of you like taking tests? 2. It can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Man: A King, A Warrior, A Mentor, A Friend

    Contributed by Donald Sibley on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,297 views

    IN A WORLD OF COMPLACENCY, A WORLD WHERE MEN HAVE BECOME O.K. WITH THE ORDINARY; WHERE MEN FIND IT EASIER TO GIVE UP THAN STRIVE TO BECOME THE BEST THEY CAN BE; GOD IS STILL LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD MEN WHO AREN’T AFRAID TO STRIVE AND REACH FOR GREATNESS.

    MAN: A KING; A WARRIOR; A MENTOR; A FRIEND. PSALMS 25:12 IN A WORLD OF COMPLACENCY, A WORLD WHERE MEN HAVE BECOME O.K. WITH THE ORDINARY; WHERE MEN FIND IT EASIER TO GIVE UP THAN STRIVE TO BECOME THE BEST THEY CAN BE; GOD IS STILL LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD MEN WHO AREN’T AFRAID TO STRIVE AND REACH ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Going With The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 21, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,683 views

    We gather to grow, and we scatter to sow.

    Last weekend we focused on the beatitude of Jesus found in Matthew 5:4: “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” We were encouraged to lament our losses, to be sorrowful about our sins, to cry over the condition of Christians and non-Christians, and to weep for our world. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Milk For Adults

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,757 views

    We are a spiritual house and a holy priesthood, and we offer spiritual sacrifices to God.

    MILK FOR ADULTS. 1 Peter 2:2-10. Whether we are new in the faith or have been following Jesus for many years, we are encouraged to get back to basics, to return to our first love (Revelation 2:4-5), to long after sound Word-based teaching. Peter speaks of “the pure milk of the word” (1 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Lesson In Divine Providence Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 29, 2012
     | 6,771 views

    There was never a dull moment around old Jerusalem First Church! Pentecost came in a blast of Glory. It was fifty days after Jesus’ Resurrection when the Holy Spirit came upon the believers during the Feast of Pentecost. The presence of God filled t

    A Lesson in Divine Providence Acts 5:12-42 Introduction There was never a dull moment around old Jerusalem First Church! Pentecost came in a blast of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Don't Just Wait! Be Jesus! Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 27, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,380 views

    Jesus is coming again! What do we do while we wait? 1. We stay awake and focused on Jesus 2. We grow deeper in our walk of holiness 3. We pick up our cross and towel. This is a message that asks the Church if it is really ready to meet Jesus

    Scripture: Luke 21: 5-19; Psalm 98 and Malachi 4:1-2 Title: Don't Just Wait! Be Jesus! Scripture: Luke 21: 5-19; Psalm 98 and Malachi 4:1-2 Title: Don't Just Wait! Be Jesus! Jesus is coming again! What do we do while we wait? 1. We stay awake and focused on Jesus 2. We grow deeper ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    I Am Saved But I Need To Supercharge My Spritual Relationship - How? Series

    Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 25, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,051 views

    How to position yourself to be in a place of Growth

    Scott had the most successful real estate business in his city. Half the properties he listed sold within one month, and most of the rest were gone within three months. His wife was his most successful salesperson, his son Jack was the quarterback on his school’s football team, and it looked like ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ye Are Complete In Him

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,973 views

    An exhortation and three warnings frame what might be another Christ hymn.

    YE ARE COMPLETE IN HIM. Colossians 2:6-19. I. The Apostle Paul is concerned that the Colossians should not be “beguiled with enticing words” - or “deluded with beguiling speech” (Colossians 2:4). Our enemy is subtle as a serpent, and would lure away even ‘the very elect, if that were possible’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Ordinary People Unleashed Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 2, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 11,608 views

    God unleashes the extraordinary through ordinary people.

    An ordinary Sunday School teacher named Ed was concerned for a young man in his class named Dwight, so he shared Christ with him in the back room of a shoe store. Dwight got saved and eventually became a well-known evangelist. Years later, when preaching in the British Isles, Dwight told the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    How To Develop Unwavering Faith In God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 28, 2025
     | 562 views

    True faith is not a blind leap but a confident assurance based on God’s character and His promises. It grows as we learn to depend on God daily, nurture our relationship with Him, and obey His instructions.

    HOW TO DEVELOP UNWAVERING FAITH IN GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 4:20-21, James 1:6-8, Matthew 21:21-22, 2 Corinthians 5:7 INTRODUCTION: Faith is the foundation of every believer’s walk with God. Without faith, it is impossible to please Him or ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Maturing Through God's Discipline

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025
     | 390 views

    Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His deep love and care for His children.

    MATURING THROUGH GOD'S DISCIPLINE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:5-11 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:11-12, Revelation 3:19, Psalm 94:12, James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment or harsh treatment, but God’s discipline is an expression of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Tests Of True Christianity Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 16, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,806 views

    Growing Christians are not sinless but should sin less.

    The Tests of True Christianity 1 John 3:4-10 Rev. Brian Bill 10/16/11 I’m not the handiest hammer in the toolbox when it comes to doing home projects so I always try to become good friends with guys who have a lot of tools and know how to use them. We made a few improvements to our laundry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 8: The Pure Milk

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 17, 2021
     | 2,069 views

    Growing in Christ makes us strong in tough times.

    An Exposition of 1 Peter, part 8: The Pure Milk 1 Peter 2:1-3 Introduction In the last study Peter told us of the importance of sincere love among the brethren. Love must not be hypocritical. This is necessary for believers at all times as it is a reflection of the love of God. It serves as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible