Sermons about Teachable Moments

Hakuna Matata

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 18, 2001

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Our text for today speaks of a would be king/ leader who was having a similar struggle as was young Simba. How do you replace the greatest leader in all the history of your nation?

“HAKUNA MATATA” JOSHUA 1: 1-9; 3: 1-8, 14-17 FEBRUARY 18, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Hakuna Matata! What a wonderful Phrase. Hakuna Matata! Ain’t no passing craze. It means no worries for the rest of your days. It’s our problem-free philosophy. Hakuna Matata! From the movie “The Lion King.” ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Joshua 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Widow's "Might"

Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 26, 2002

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Have you ever been totally dependant upon God? The lesson of the widow is that "importunity equals opportunity". Learn what it is that really impresses God!

THE WIDOW’S “MIGHT” Mark 12: 41-44 It is a mild Sabbath morning in the Palestinian City of Jerusalem. The sun has not yet risen to full strength, and yet people are already lined up all the way down the dusty road which leads to the Holy Temple. Smoke is in the air because of the animals ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Economics Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 23, 2008

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Exposition of Mark 12:41-44 about the giving and the widow

Text: Mark 12:41-44, Title: Spiritual Economics, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/28/08, PM A. Opening illustration: W. A. Criswell tells of an ambitious young man who told his pastor he’d promised God a tithe of his income. They prayed for God to bless his career. At that time he was making $40.00 per week ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

What Good Are You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 3, 2011

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Sometimes we feel like God has to completely change us in order to use us. Paul shows us that God takes the background, weaknesses, and even difficulties and uses them for His kingdom, if we let Him.

Who are you as a person? Who are you as a Christian? Do those two questions get two different responses from you? I think often times we think that when we come to Christ, Jesus basically considers us to be a blank slate that needs to be redrawn into the character of Jesus and that everything about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Working Together In Our Walk Together” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 29, 2012

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If we are to walk together in meaningful relationship, we must we willing to work together on agreed upon goals and objectives.

The principle laid out for us in Amos 3:3 applies to every relationship in life, beginning, of course, with our relationship with God. If I am going to walk with God, I must agree with Him on His directives for my life. It is only as I am willing to work with God on what He wants to do in me and ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Dad...how Are You Equipping Your Children?

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jun 13, 2006

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An examination of the call upon a Father’s life.

1 Chronicles 25 David and the army commanders then appointed men from the families of Asaph, Heman, and Jeduthun to proclaim God’s messages to the accompaniment of harps, lyres, and cymbals. Here is a list of their names and their work: [2] From the sons of Asaph, there were Zaccur, Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 25:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Set Time Has Come

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 26, 2025

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God has appointed times for the fulfilment of His promises, and when that time comes, no power of darkness can stop it.

MY SET TIME HAS COME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 102:12-13 Key Verse: “Thou shalt arise, and have mercy upon Zion: for the time to favour her, yea, the set time, is come.” (Psalm 102:13, KJV) Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 3:1; Habakkuk 2:3; Genesis 21:1-2; Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Time

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

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Time is one of the most valuable resources given to mankind. Every person, regardless of status, is given the same 24 hours in a day. The difference between success and failure, fulfilment and regret, is how we use our time.

TIME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 3:1 "To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven." Supporting Texts: Psalm 90:12, Ephesians 5:16, Colossians 4:5, James 4:14, 2 Corinthians 6:2 INTRODUCTION Time is one of the most valuable resources ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Maximising Divine Chances

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025

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In the journey of life, God gives every man certain divine chances—opportunities to rise, to fulfil purpose, and to walk in greatness.

MAXIMISING DIVINE CHANCES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ecclesiastes 9:10-11 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:16, Proverbs 10:5, Luke 19:41-44, Genesis 41:14-16, Galatians 6:9 INTRODUCTION: In the journey of life, God gives every man certain divine chances—opportunities to rise, to fulfil ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Exalts The Humble Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 23, 2015

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Focus on doing God's will and leave the exalting to Him. Stay teachable regardless of how much you know. Our significance comes from God, not from this world.

Josh 3:7, 4:14 God Exalts the Humble ES 22 Feb 15 1410 Today, I want to talk about humility and how I achieved it! • I wonder if this is even possible. The moment I thought about it, I might just have lost it. • Man loves to exalt themselves. In the Scriptures, we see a different ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7, Joshua 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living A Life Of Humility Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

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Living a life of humility is not optional for the believer—it is essential. It draws us nearer to God, opens the doors of favour, and makes us usable in His hands.

LIVING A LIFE OF HUMILITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-11 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, 1 Peter 5:5-6, Proverbs 22:4, Micah 6:8, Matthew 23:12 INTRODUCTION: Humility is one of the foundational virtues of the Christian life. It is the attitude that aligns us with God’s heart ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul’s Ministry In Ephesus (Introducing Apollos) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 29, 2024

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Many struggle with what we should be doing today. We wrestle with not reading the word, not praying, or even not sharing Jesus. Then, fear takes over and we choose to hibernate rather than being bold. So, ask yourself, are we willing to just do what God has told us to do? Apollos was!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 28 Paul’s Ministry in Ephesus (Introducing Apollos) Acts 18:24-28 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we saw Paul’s ministry in Corinth – spent 18 months there -- Paul was faithful to God’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24-28, John 1:26-28, 2 Timothy 2:15, Titus 1:9, 1 John 4:17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Passover Pedicure

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006

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An intimate moment with Jesus and the disciples in the final moments before His work was finished.

What would you do if you knew you were going to die a violent death in the next 12 hours? Would you want to be alone in prayer? Would you write down some final thoughts? Would you spend time with your loved ones? What would you want to emphasize to people in your last 12 hours? Would you share ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Distinct Ministries Of God’s Spirit And The Ministries Of God’s Word.

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 9, 2014

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The Holy Spirit is to lead us, moment by moment, communicating with our reborn spirit.

The distinct Ministries of God’s Spirit and the Ministries of God’s Word Part 1 - The Holy Spirit of God, God the Holy Spirit: Is the Spirit of Christ: Rom 8:9 ...The Spirit of Christ... Is the Spirit of the Father: Mat 10:20 ...The Spirit of your Father... Is the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A: John 1:29 Moments

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 19, 2019

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2nd Sunday, Cycle A

Two cockroaches were munching on garbage in an alley when one engages a discussion about a new restaurant. "I was in that new restaurant across the street," said one. "It's so clean! The kitchen is spotless, and the floors are gleaming white. There is no dirt anywhere--it's ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Catholic

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