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  • Martin Wiles avatar

    Walking By The Spirit

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,155 views

    Walking under the guidance of God's Spirit is the only sure way to be successful in God's work.

    WALKING BY THE SPIRIT GALATIANS 5:16-25 INTRODUCTION Doctors continually tell us how important it is that we get exercise. We are told that we need about thirty minutes each day. There are different types of exercise we can do to stimulate different parts of our body. There are numerous exercise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gritty Motherhood

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 11, 2015
     | 2,832 views

    Every mother is different and every situation is different; but successful moms are hands-on moms.

    Gritty Motherhood [Note: this is a slight 2015 revision of one of my previous sermons, a 2007 sermon titled “Hands-on Motherhood”] 1. According to CNN, "The typical [stay at home] mother puts in a 92-hour work week… and works at least 10 jobs. In order of hours spent on them per ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Gideon: Wrong In The End Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,127 views

    HOW WE RESPOND TO SUCCESS IN GOD’S DELIVERANCE STORY, IMPACTS FUTURE BLESSINGS.

    Gideon: Wrong in the End Judges 8:22-35 7/19/09 INTRODUCTION In Youngstown Ohio one of the individuals that was a part of a group I drank coffee with was a young volunteer firefighter and newly trained EMT. One day working apart time shift for an ambulance company in Boardman, OH, John was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Hold Fast!

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 18, 2013
     | 6,418 views

    It’s good to be successful but the most important call in our life is to be careful!

    Hold fast! Revelations 3:11”Behold, I am coming quickly! Hold fast what you have, that no one may take your crown.” • It’s good to be successful but the most important call in our life is to be careful! • It’s fine to be ambitious and aggressively passionate ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Show Yourself Worthy....

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Oct 17, 2020
     | 3,022 views

    ......your career success/ promotion/increment depends on proving yourself worthy for promotion. Is it not?

    Show yourself worthy...... 1 Kings 1:52:”And Solomon said, 52 Solomon said, "If he will show himself a worthy man, not one of his hairs will fall to the ground; but if wickedness is found in him, he will die." Wow, this above statement of king Solomon floored me! Before his death, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Mission Of The Seventy.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 2, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,095 views

    The first flush of success leaves us vulnerable, but Jesus teaches us a better rejoicing.

    THE MISSION OF THE SEVENTY. Luke 10:1-24. LUKE 10:1. The first thing we might notice about the appointment of the seventy in this passage is that they were appointed by Jesus. It is hazardous for anybody to enter into ministry without the commissioning of Jesus. ‘How shall they preach unless ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Failures In Christian Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. M. J. Joseph on Jun 9, 2017
     | 7,329 views

    There are chances of failures in our Christian life. But how to face failure and turn it to a story of success.

    Failures in Christian Life (Mark 9:28-29, Luke 9:28-56, Mt.17:1-21) “After Jesus had gone indoors, his disciples asked him privately, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?” He replied, “This kind can come out only by prayer.” (Mark 9:28) The context: Mark has a more complete account of this story than ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Why I Believe

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 12, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,409 views

    To grasp your faith and live it out is what most pastor would call a success.

    Why I believe Selective Scriptures Introduction- This morning I bring a word of confession, a testimony, and a word of encouragement. The confession is I cannot make you believe in God, I cannot change your life I cannot force you to trust God Be of any service to God, enjoy kingdom work ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Rehoboth!

    Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Jan 15, 2024
     | 4,956 views

    A man’s location in life can very well determine his success in life

    REHOBOTH! A man’s location in life can very well determine how successful he will be. This is demonstrated in the life of Issac, the son of Abraham. Issac, whose name means “Laughter”, was born very late in the life of Abraham and Sarah. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When God Orders Your Steps Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 885 views

    The story of David in 2 Samuel 2 shows that divine direction is the bedrock of spiritual success.

    WHEN GOD ORDERS YOUR STEPS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 2:1-32 Supporting Texts: Psalm 37:23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 30:21, Romans 8:14, Genesis 12:1-4 INTRODUCTION: After the death of Saul, a major shift occurred in Israel. David had every reason to seize the throne by force—he ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Divine Direction For A Glorious Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 5, 2026
     | 192 views

      A revelation of how divine guidance from God secures a purposeful, successful, and glorious future.

    DIVINE DIRECTION FOR A GLORIOUS TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 32:8 Key Verse:  “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye.”. — Psalm 32:8 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:5-6; Isaiah 30:21; Psalm 37:23; John ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Defeating My Greatest Enemies! Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 8, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,241 views

    How Christ’s humanity provides for my success over the devil, fear of death, and temptation.

    Defeating My Greatest Enemies! How Christ’s Humanity Provides Dominion Over the Devil, Death, and Temptation. Part 2 of 5 in the series, Finding Calm in the Chaos, How Christmas Brings Peace We’re in our Christmas series but we’re not reading from the traditional Christmas story. Our scripture ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jack Russell avatar

    The Church As Servant

    Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 8, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 15,855 views

    James and John had to be taught to rethink the definition of success. Do we need the same lesson?

    George W. Truett, a well-known pastor, was invited to dinner in the home of a very wealthy man in Texas. After the meal, the host led him to a place where they could get a good view of the surrounding area. Pointing to the oil wells punctuating the landscape, he boasted, “Twenty-five years ago I ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Learning To Hear God’s Voice

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 3, 2025
     | 885 views

    God desires to speak to you daily and guide your every step. Make it your priority to cultivate a listening heart, respond quickly to His promptings, and enjoy the blessings that come with intimate communion.

    LEARNING TO HEAR GOD’S VOICE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 10:27 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:10, Isaiah 30:21, Hebrews 3:7-8, Revelation 3:20 INTRODUCTION: Hearing God’s voice is a vital part of the Christian walk. Without clear communication from God, believers can easily lose ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Balancing Your Life Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,962 views

    Keeping all five biblical purposes in balance involves some work, but there are keys to being successful.

    Balancing Your Life Purpose Driven Life #39 Cornwall/Montreal June 12, 2004 We’re drawing to the conclusion of our 40 message series on Living the Purpose Filled Life, and we’ve learned a lot and, hopefully, begun to implement that knowing into our lives- both individually and church-wide. We’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational