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  • Dr John Singarayar SVD avatar

    Navigating The Challenges Of Life

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 13, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,805 views

    Navigating the Challenges of Life

    Navigating the Challenges of Life Scripture: James 1:12-18 Reflection James 1:12-18 is a passage from the New Testament of the Bible that addresses various aspects of human nature, temptation, and the character of God. It offers insights and guidance for navigating the challenges of life while ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Invitation To Draw Near To God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
     | 575 views

    God has never stopped reaching out to His people. From the Garden of Eden to the Cross of Calvary, the heart of God has always longed for closeness with His creation.

    THE INVITATION TO DRAW NEAR TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: James 4:8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 55:6, Hebrews 10:22, Psalm 145:18, Jeremiah 29:13, Exodus 33:14 INTRODUCTION: God has never stopped reaching out to His people. From the Garden of Eden to the Cross of Calvary, the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Barriers To Knowing God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 1, 2025
     | 565 views

    Knowing God deeply requires intentionality and the removal of every barrier that hinders our relationship with Him. Ignorance, sin, worldly distractions, unforgiveness, and fear are common barriers, but by God’s grace, we can overcome them and press into a deeper knowledge of God.

    Title: BARRIERS TO KNOWING GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hosea 4:6 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 9:23-24, Isaiah 59:1-2, Romans 1:21-23 INTRODUCTION: Many people desire to know God but often face barriers that hinder them from deepening their relationship with Him. These barriers can ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Breaking The Barrier Of Ignorance Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 16, 2026
     | 170 views

    This message reveals how ignorance blocks progress, invites destruction, and prevents believers from fulfilling God’s purpose. Knowledge, understanding, and application of God’s Word are the keys to breaking this barrier.

    BREAKING THE BARRIER OF IGNORANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hosea 4:6 Key Verse: “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge: because thou hast rejected knowledge, I will also reject thee, that thou shalt be no priest to me: seeing thou hast forgotten the law of thy God, I will also ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Resurrection: Unbelieving Explanations & Believing Expositions

    Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 12, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 4,448 views

    An exposition of the Resurrection based on 1 Cor. 15 with a view toward seeing how Paul defends the Resurrection.

    INTRODUCTION Unbelieving Explanations (skeptical theories of the resurrection) Believing Expositions (the Pauline apologetic for the resurrection) Evangelically Defended (15:1-2), Scripturally Defended (15:3-4), Evidentially Defended (15:5-7), Experientially Defended (15:9-11), Logically ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    In The Dark

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Oct 17, 2011
     | 8,798 views

    The old joke is Where were you when the lights went out?" This sermon uses the lights going out when Jesus was on the cross and leads the listener to examine... Where are you... in your relationship with Jesus?

    In the Dark! Mark 15:12-37 It was a hot night in the middle of summer in 1977. The Big Apple was abuzz with excitement and life of a mega city. Bars were filled; movies and theaters were in the middle of the story. Life went on like usual. But then it happened... or should I say, then it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gift To Us

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Dec 12, 2007
     | 4,933 views

    (Thanks be to another contributor for the outline) How do you measure God’s Gift to us? Here are three ways.

    Introduction I. It is almost here; that special time of year called Christmas, A. That time of year when some family members travel great distances, just to be together. B. That time of year when life gets extremely busy, what with all the shopping, wrapping of gifts, extra church activities, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Is Life Worth Living? Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 17, 2009
     | 6,314 views

    Introductory message for a series through Ecclesiastes

    SERIES: “BE SATISFIED” “IS LIFE WORTH LIVING?” ECCLESIASTES 1:1-3 Three guys are shipwrecked on a deserted island. They’ve been there for quite awhile. One day, a magic lamp washes up on the shore and they find it. One of them begins to rug the lamp and sure enough, out pops a genie. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Is Life Worth Living? Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 17, 2009
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     | 5,189 views

    Introductory message for a series through Ecclesiastes

    SERIES: “BE SATISFIED” “IS LIFE WORTH LIVING?” ECCLESIASTES 1:1-3 Three guys are shipwrecked on a deserted island. They’ve been there for quite awhile. One day, a magic lamp washes up on the shore and they find it. One of them begins to rug the lamp and sure enough, out pops a genie. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Finding Purpose Through Love SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 982 views

    Explore how Jesus lived His life with a clear purpose, setting the right priorities and demonstrating a godly passion. Learn how to apply these principles to your own life.

    We all desire to live a life that has meaning and purpose. It is a question that resonates with the deepest longings of our hearts: "What on earth am I here for?" This quest for purpose has led many to seek guidance from various sources, including the bestselling book "The Purpose Driven Life" by ...read more

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    Who Is Jesus Christ?

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 24, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,734 views

    Jesus Christ is God in human form.

    TEXT: John 14:6 Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.” MAIN POINT: Jesus Christ is God in human form. TALKING POINTS: 1. Briefly this morning, we are going to take a brief look at the central figure of our faith. I think that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    People With A Purpose Series

    Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Jan 20, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,694 views

    "The second message in a series of messages from the sermon on the mount dealing with The Importance Of Our Attitudes."

    Introduction: Last week we looked at The Beattitudes, and the effect that our attitudes today will have on the future events of our life. Today, we are going to look at the importance of "Our Attitude Toward Our Purpose." Everybody likes to have purpose. Even dogs like to feel like they have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mohler avatar

    The Teachings Of Sound Theology Series

    Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,471 views

    The importance of theology in the Christian life

    The Teachings of Sound Theology Colossians 2:6-23 Introduction: Theology, it¡¦s a big word, sounds real complicated, but it isn¡¦t. Like everything else man can make it complicated, but it doesn¡¦t have to be. In its simplest terms, theology is what one believes about God. Since everything we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Villa avatar

    Jesus' Prescription For A Worry-Free Life Series

    Contributed by Daniel Villa on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 334 ratings
     | 18,393 views

    Jesus provides prescriptions for worry.

    JESUS’ PRESCRIPTION FOR A WORRY-FREE LIFE Sermon Passage: Matthew 6:25-34 Jesus forbids worry. Three times he commands his followers to not worry. For those who are already living in worry, he commands, “Stop the worrying.” For those who are about to start worry, he declares, “Don’t make that ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Meekness Versus Anger Series

    Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Mar 28, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 6,894 views

    As Christians, we need to channel our anger towards commitment and service within the kingdom of God.

    "Living the Blessed Life: Mercy Versus Anger" -by Antonio L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church Text: Matthew 5:5 I. Introduction A. Citius, Altius, Fortius- Faster, Higher, Stronger- that is the Olympian theme. Citius, Altius, Fortius- a chant that has dominated our minds for a fortnight ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran