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  • Perry Greene avatar

    A Weak Paradox

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2022
     | 1,093 views

    Jesus appeared weak but was strong.

    A Weak Paradox 2 Corinthians 13:4 1. Definition of Paradox: a. A statement that seems to contradict itself but may nonetheless be true. b. “A paradox is the truth standing on her head to get attention.” 2. Jesus is all about Paradox because so much of what Jesus teaches is just foolish according ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is Osas? Backsliding And Salvation Security

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 12, 2022
     | 2,652 views

    OSAS stands for "Once Saved Always Saved." This is a common doctrine taught by many non-denominational churches, some Baptists, Provisionalists, and mainly Calvinist churches.

    OSAS stands for "Once Saved Always Saved." This is a common doctrine taught by many non-denominational churches, some Baptists, Provisionalists, and mainly Calvinist churches. It tends unfortunately to be the more mainstream view in evangelicalism today. What this doctrine suggests is ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Revelation 19:11-21 Series

    Contributed by Zak Saenz on Feb 7, 2025
     | 488 views

    Revelation 19:11-21

    Revelation 19:11-21 The war has been won but now those who are the enemies of God who are still alive will be dealt with eternally. This section to me can be a little confusing in a couple of parts and I will do my best to work through these sections. The Rider on a White Horse 11 Then I saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The God Who Answers Prayers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 17, 2025
     | 1,763 views

    This sermon encourages believers to trust in God's power to answer prayers and equips them with biblical principles to pray effectively.

    THE GOD WHO ANSWERS PRAYERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 33:3 "Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not." Supporting Texts: Psalm 65:2, 1 John 5:14-15, Matthew 7:7-8, Isaiah 65:24, James ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Growing Through Trials And Challenges

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025
     | 521 views

    Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come unannounced and can shake the very foundations of our faith. However, the Word of God assures us that trials are not meant to destroy us but to develop us.

    GROWING THROUGH TRIALS AND CHALLENGES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 1:2-4 Supporting Texts: Romans 5:3-5, 2 Corinthians 4:17, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 12:11 INTRODUCTION: Life is filled with seasons of difficulty, pain, and unexpected challenges. These trials often come ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    10 Questions About Prayer: Crowd Shout-Out

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 16, 2025
     | 481 views

    Prayer is our greatest Christian privilege and our greatest Christian failure. The privilege of prayer refers to the opportunity for individuals to communicate with God, expressing their thoughts, needs, and gratitude.

    10 QUESTIONS ABOUT PRAYER: “CROWD SHOUT-OUT” INTRODUCTION A. IDEA & TEXT Tonight I want us to have a discussion about 10 aspects of PRAYER. Our key verse tonight is: "Be careful for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    ( I Woke Up This Morning With My Mind Stead On Jesus)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Mar 10, 2025
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    ANYTHING THAT IS BUILT HIGH MUST HAVE A FIRM FOUNDATION BECAUSE NO ONE CAN BECOME A TRUE BELIEVER WITHOUT A SOLID FOUNDATION

    James 1:21-23 (KJV) 21 Wherefore lay apart all filthiness and superfluity of naughtiness, and receive with meekness the engrafted word, which is able to save your souls. 22 But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 For if any be a hearer of the word, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Did Sin? Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 11, 2026
     | 96 views

    This study examines the disciples’ question about the cause of suffering and reveals Jesus’ teaching that God can use difficult circumstances to display His glory.

    WHO DID SIN? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 9:1-7 Key Verse: “And his disciples asked him, saying, Master, who did sin, this man, or his parents, that he was born blind?” (John 9:2) Supporting Texts: Exodus 4:11; Psalm 139:13-16; Romans 8:28; John 9:3 INTRODUCTION In John chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    I’ve Decided To Follow Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Oct 14, 2025
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    And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father, and declined neither to the right hand, nor to the left. (Bible Study)

    2 Chronicles 34:2 (KJV) And he did that which was right in the sight of the Lord, and walked in the ways of David his father, and declined neither to the right hand, nor to the left. This lesson is geared towards teaching believers that following Jesus is not a onetime emotional decision but a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Servant King

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Apr 11, 2025
     | 594 views

    This is good for Palm Sunday or any other Sunday. Jesus rides into town a humble King when people were expecting a conquering king... But Jesus conquered not through force but by being a humble servant..

    INTRODUCTION (Walk slowly onto the platform with a thoughtful look. Pause.) If you knew your death was only days away, how would you spend your final week? Would you be hiding? Crying? Maybe you would be trying to bargain with God? Not Jesus… He rode into Jerusalem… And He didn’t ride in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Enthroning The Sponsors Of Joy And Success

    Contributed by Babatunmishe Oke on May 4, 2025
     | 352 views

    Who are Sponsors of Joy and success? Anyone, group or organization who introduce an idea, situations or circumstances that will result in joy or success for you.

    ENTHRONING SPONSORS OF JOY AND SUCCESS Who are Sponsors of Joy and success? Anyone, group or organization who introduce an idea, situations or circumstances that will result in joy or success for you. Such people will also actively support it’s progress. They will make connections, provide ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A New Motivation

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 14, 2025
     | 683 views

    What makes Jesus different to any other warrior. His redeeming heart of love. And we are called to love one another

    Jn 13:31-35: A new motivation Story: When the 19th Century French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled on St. Helena, he was asked by one of his friends, 'Who was the greatest warrior the world has ever known?" Without hesitation, Napoleon answered, "Jesus Christ.' ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Forsaken For Our Forgiveness

    Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025
     | 166 views

    The cross shows the depth of sin and the height of God’s love. There, Jesus took our place so that guilt could be lifted and grace could be personal.

    Introduction – A Little Girl’s Directions A little girl got lost on her way home. A policeman stopped and asked, “Can I help you?” She answered, “Just point me to the cross, and I’ll be able to find my way home.” Her house was near a church with a tall cross on its roof. That’s what the cross ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Christmas Glory – Short Meditation For Christmas Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 13, 2025
     | 248 views

    This short meditation considers no room in the inn, but also looks at the scene of Christ's birth in Bethlehem. We all have to make a response based on our acceptance or rejection of Christ's birth when He came into this world.

    CHRISTMAS GLORY – SHORT MEDITATION FOR CHRISTMAS Let us begin with a little poem. This is an acrostic poem with Bethlehem the theme. [C]. Christ was born in Bethlehem one starry summer night; [H]. Huddled in a manger’s space with animals in sight. [R]. Rejects from a comfort inn, they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing The Soil For A Greater Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 7, 2026
     | 267 views

    This message teaches that a greater tomorrow is the product of a prepared heart that is receptive, obedient, and responsive to God’s Word.

    PREPARING THE SOIL FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 13:23 Key Verse: “But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and understandeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bringeth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.” — ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God