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  • Vincent Harry Anobling avatar

    The Waiting Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Vincent Harry Anobling on May 4, 2011
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    The absence of Jesus and the span of the Holy Spirit’s coming is for the disciples… a test of character.

    Acts 1: 13 - 26 The Waiting of the Holy Spirit After the Ascension of Jesus, the angels told them that the same Jesus will come again in like manner. The absence of Jesus and the span of the Holy Spirit’s coming is for the disciples… a test of character. The span is 10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Drawing From Our Roots Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jan 27, 2015
     | 4,132 views

    Jesus' baptism was high point of His life - but it led Him straight to the desert of testing and temptation.

    “Jesus 101: Drawing From Our Roots” Luke 4:1-13 & 6:46-49 The night of my Ordination – the time at which I officially became a Minister of the Word – is still vivid in my mind. The joy, the solemnity, the anointing through laying on of hands – when the night was ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Darrell Williams avatar

    I Have 99 Problems, But Salvation Ain't One

    Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 8, 2019
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     | 4,326 views

    God will not let us be tempted or "tested" beyond what we can bear.

    We all have some loads to carry, that's the nature of life. And sometimes the loads are so heavy, that it takes everything we've got to keep from dropping it or caving in beneath the weight. This might be one of those seasons of heavy burdens for you. Is there anybody out there that can ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • John Lowe avatar

    The Faith Of Abraham Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 23, 2018
     | 5,844 views

    We never judge the Scriptures by our experiences; we test our experiences by the Word of God.

    October 12, 2013 Tom Lowe The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Chapter III.A.2.a: The Faith of Abraham (3.6-9) Galatians 3.6-9 (KJV) 6 just as Abraham "believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness." 7 Therefore know that only those who are of faith are sons of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Jesus Addresses The Topic Of Marriage, Divorce, And Remarriage Series

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 14, 2023
     | 872 views

    Some Pharisees came and tested him by asking, “Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife?”

    Have you heard the dreaded stat that 50% of marriages today end in divorce? Yeah, that isn’t actually true. It was a myth. It came from a projection that if the divorce rate continued to raise by 2% each year, that it could reach that level. But it never actually did. It’s probably closer to 30 to ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    The Power Of Perseverance Series

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Sep 15, 2024
     | 1,050 views

    In the grand tapestry of life, we often encounter challenges that test our resilience, faith, and determination.

    *Sermon Title:* "The Power of Perseverance" Scripture Reading: Hebrews 12:1-2 *Introduction* In the grand tapestry of life, we often encounter challenges that test our resilience, faith, and determination. These trials, though difficult, are not meant to defeat us but to refine and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Choosing God’s Will Above Your Own Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
     | 114 views

    Choosing God’s will above our own is the ultimate test of trust and maturity in the life of a believer.

    CHOOSING GOD’S WILL ABOVE YOUR OWN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 22:42 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:1-2, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 26:36-46, John 6:38 INTRODUCTION: Choosing God’s will above our own is one of the most difficult yet most important decisions a believer must ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Words Of Spirit & Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 25, 2008
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     | 33,007 views

    During the 1st part of Jesus’ ministry people were attracted by His teaching. Many attached themselves to Him, some of them wholeheartedly, some loosely. Then came a time when their allegiance was tested-as it comes to test every disciple.

    JOHN 6: 59-71 WHO CAN ACCEPT WORDS OF SPIRIT AND LIFE? During the first part of Jesus’ ministry people were attracted by His teaching and flocked round Him. Many attached themselves to Him, some of them wholeheartedly, some loosely. Then came a time when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Trialful Joy

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2009
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     | 3,242 views

    Trials and tests are no fun. James doesn’t tell us to consider it fun but to "consider it all joy." Trials and tests are gut wrenching and drawn out at times, but the one thing that we must know is that God is with us through the whole ordeal.

    Opening illustration: After William Carey was well established in his pioneer missionary work in India, his supporters in England sent a printer to assist him. Soon the two men were turning out portions of the Bible for distribution. Carey had spent many years learning the language so that he could ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related To Money?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,703 views

    Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf."

    How Can the Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related to Money? Proverbs 11:28-11:28 1. Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Learning To See Good In Difficulties

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 14, 2003
    based on 41 ratings
     | 3,103 views

    Even though many disciples relished the privilege to preach in the name of Jesus, persecution caused many to quit. They thrived on the sense of power as they spoke with the enabling of the Holy Spirit, but disliked the opposition they encountered.

    Taking the Pleasant With the Unpleasant (Acts 14:1-8) 1. Why do you think some people grow tired of their jobs? Every job has its so called good and bad points. Yet, some aspects of service are not always considered as important as less enjoyable aspects. Even though many disciples relished the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    What If There Is Not Enough? Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Oct 18, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,640 views

    How do we live fearless lives as Christians? Gods heart is that we not just survive, but thrive (adapted from a series taught by Pastor Larry Osborne, North Coast Church

    Many things today to worry about even be afraid of. What is it that causes you to toss/turn at night? There is a biblical place for fear, however there is a … -ROCK we can stand on, -spiritual stability we can experience that enables us to stand in the face of our fears. Last week I wore my ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Guard Your Heart

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 28, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,742 views

    Guard your heart my friend. Beware, as we serve God that are heart problems that can bring spiritual death. What causes heart trouble? Prepare yourself and thrive in the storms.

    GUARD YOUR HEART, BEWARE OF THE PROBLEM OF THE HEART! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com THIS IS A TWO PART LESSON, OR CONDENSE SOME OF THE MATERIAL. Proverbs 4:23 Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life. Luke 6:45 A good man out of the good ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Overcoming Jealousy And Envy Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 13, 2025
     | 193 views

    The Bible strongly warns against allowing jealousy and envy to thrive in our hearts. These emotions not only damage our connection with others but also grieve the Spirit of God and hinder spiritual growth.

    OVERCOMING JEALOUSY AND ENVY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 3:16 "For where envying and strife is, there is confusion and every evil work." Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:19-21; Proverbs 14:30; 1 Corinthians 3:3; Genesis 4:4-8; 1 Peter 2:1 INTRODUCTION: Jealousy and envy are ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Connectivity To Divinity Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025
     | 224 views

    One of the greatest privileges of the believer is access to divine connection. Just as a branch cannot survive without being attached to the vine, so also no man can thrive without a connection to God.

    CONNECTIVITY TO DIVINITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 15:5 "I am the vine, ye are the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing." Supporting Texts: James 4:8; Psalm 91:1; Isaiah 40:31; John 14:6; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God