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  • John Gaston avatar

    Teach Us To Number Our Days

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 3, 2014
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     | 45,536 views

    David and Moses both realized that the more we confront our impending death, the more likely we are to use our lives wisely. They both asked God for a revelation of this. We too need a reality check so we live our lives to the highest profit.

    TEACH US TO NUMBER OUR DAYS Ps. 90:12; 39:4-8 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. We all have things we don’t like; preferences. One lady took her son Casey to a Dr. because of an ear infection. She was impressed with how well the doctor connected with her son. 2. He asked Casey, "Is there anything ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Fishermen Are…” Series

    Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Jan 13, 2021
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     | 3,502 views

    Today I’m going to talk to you about entering a serious competition. That competition is simply this. Competing for the souls of people. Some of you here have been here for this series, called Hooked.

    HOOKED week 5 “Fishermen Are…” Pastor Tim Porter Text: Luke 5:6 <video of fishing competition> Introduction: There’s nothing like competition, is there? We live in a very competitive culture. I love competition. Football is right around the corner and around here ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Have Heard Your Prayers

    Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 14, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 10,793 views

    Hearing the voice of the Lord

    The word time is a word that is often taken for granted. We are all guilty of often wasting time. We are all guilty of not using our time wisely. In fact the old cliché says that, “Time waits on no man.” The American Heritage College Dictionary defines time as a nonspatial continuum in which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Ten Virgins

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 7, 2002
    based on 164 ratings
     | 23,525 views

    Matthew 25:1-13 is a parable about two groups of maidens or virgins---the prepared and the unprepared.

    THE TEN VIRGINS Text: Matthew 25:1-13 "Although Douglas MacArthur graduated from West Point at the top of his class, he continued to prepare himself for service to his country. He studied every military textbook he could get his hands on. He visited battlefields and personally reviewed the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Level-Headed Living Series

    Contributed by W F on Jun 11, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,067 views

    You can’t leave the Christian life to chance. When it comes to your faith you must make wise decisions and seek to do the will of God.

    Introduction You can’t leave the Christian life to chance. When it comes to your faith you must make wise decisions and seek to do the will of God. In Ephesians 5:15 Paul writes ... “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise, but as wise, making the most of every opportunity ...” ...read more

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    It's Time To Get Out Of The Box! Series

    Contributed by Vera Hughes on Aug 14, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 18,878 views

    God has purposed you to walk in His will for your life. Many times we start believing what others have destined for our lives such as "you will never be anything; you are stupid; you are nothing". This has caused many of us to "be in a box". It’s time

    Read Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. Definitions: Destined: to decree beforehand; to set apart for a special purpose Greatness: knowing your purpose in life and sowing it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Radical Priority

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 16, 2014
     | 8,141 views

    The moment we put Christ first our priorities are radically changed

    Radical Priority Matthew 6:33 September 14, 2014 Morning Service But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness… Matthew 6:33 The importance of seeking How often do people chase after things that never satisfy? People are chasing after the stuff of earth that cannot satisfy the eternal ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Danger Of Passivity

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 3, 2025
     | 803 views

    Passivity is a silent destroyer of spiritual growth, faith, and divine purpose. A believer who remains passive is at risk of stagnation, spiritual attacks, and missed blessings. God calls us to be active, watchful, and diligent in His kingdom.

    THE DANGER OF PASSIVITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 24:30-34, James 4:17, Matthew 25:24-30, Hebrews 6:12 INTRODUCTION: Passivity is one of the greatest dangers to a believer’s spiritual growth and destiny. Many Christians today remain ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
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     | 611 views

    This sermon emphasizes the importance of balancing work and rest, appreciating leisure time, and cultivating relationships during periods of rest, as exemplified by Jesus.

    Good morning, beloved family. It's always a joy to gather together in the house of the Lord, to seek His face, and to open our hearts to the wisdom of His Word. Today, we stand on the cusp of a new understanding, a fresh revelation that will no doubt shape the way we live our lives as followers of ...read more

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    Handling Responsibilities Faithfully (Part 1)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 28, 2025
     | 131 views

    Faithfulness in handling responsibilities is a divine requirement for promotion, blessings, and trustworthiness in both spiritual and physical assignments.

    HANDLING RESPONSIBILITIES FAITHFULLY (Part 1) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 16:10-12 Key Verse: “He that is faithful in that which is least is faithful also in much: and he that is unjust in the least is unjust also in much.” (Luke 16:10) Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 4:2; Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The God Who Opens The Book Of Destiny Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 12, 2025
     | 182 views

    God holds the book of every man’s destiny, and only He has the authority to open it and bring its purpose to fulfilment.

    THE GOD WHO OPENS THE BOOK OF DESTINY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 5:1-10 Key Verse: “And I saw in the right hand of Him who sat on the throne a scroll written inside and on the back, sealed with seven seals.” — Revelation 5:1 (NKJV) Supporting Texts: Psalm 139:16; Jeremiah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jesus Feeds The 5000

    Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 25, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,427 views

    We can all make changes - sacrifices if you insist- enabling us to give more to God so that we can better participate in His work.

    July 31, 2005 The 11th Sunday after Pentecost Series A Matthew 14:13-21 Jesus Feeds The Five Thousand All four Gospel writers report this event - each with his unique perspective. Jesus, upon hearing of the fate of John the Baptist at the hands of Herod Antipas, ruler of Galilee, withdrew by ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Tearing Down The Strongholds Of Hell Part 2 Series

    Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,247 views

    I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

    Tearing Down the Strongholds of Hell Acts 19:8-27 Part 2 [2Co 10:4 NIV] “The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds.” Last time we looked at the open door of opportunity, placed in front of Paul. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Candidates Of Heaven And Hell

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 9, 2011
    based on 24 ratings
     | 51,506 views

    his message is for two groups of people: those who are candidates for heaven and those who are candidates for hell. You can divide the whole Christians into those two groups any day anytime.

    Luke 16:19-31 says, “There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day. And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was laid at his gate, full of sores. And desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Are You Searching For Milk And Honey And Finding Nothing But Grass?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,701 views

    While we search for a land of milk and honey, we often find nothing but green grass. With patience and love and effort green grass can turn into milk. OBSTACLES ARE WHAT YOU SEE WHEN YOU LOSE SIGHT OF GOD AND THE GOAL. DRY WELLS WILL PRODUCE EMPTY BUCKETS

    THIS LAND OF MILK AND HONEY LOOKS LIKE GRASS TO ME? THIS IS NOT AN OBSTACLE --- THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson. Let us ponder a few points before we start. Is not this a land of milk and honey? NO, TO MY EYES IT LOOKS JUST LIKE A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God