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  • Abraham Shanklin avatar

    The Test Of Spiritual Maturity

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 11,503 views

    John’s epistle has reminded us to exercise love (1 John 2:7–11)—the right kind of love. Now it warns us that there is a wrong kind of love, a love that God hates. This is love for what the Bible calls “the world.”

    The Test of Spiritual Maturity Scripture Reference: 1 John 2:12 – 17 Introduction A group of first-graders had just completed a tour of a hospital, and the nurse who had directed them was asking for questions. Immediately a hand went up. “How come the people who work here are always washing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Do You Value?

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on Jun 1, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,960 views

    There are two kinds of wisdom: Wisdom of the world and Wisdom of the Kingdom of God.

    1st Corinthians 1:27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things--and the things that are not--to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Elder Shall Serve The Younger Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 1, 2016
     | 6,055 views

    The prediction that Esau (the elder) would serve Jacob (the younger) turns out to be a key principle in biblical leadership.

    1. Majority Rules A rabbi was at odds with his congregation. The president of the synagogue said, "Rabbi, we must have a conference to settle this dispute once and for all." So the rabbi, the president and the ten elders met together to discuss the issue -- but the rabbi soon discovered that he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Understanding With Wisdom PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,238 views

    The importance of trusting in God wholeheartedly, seeking His wisdom, and growing in understanding through obedience to His Word.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into the heart of trust, wisdom, and understanding, and how these elements play a significant role in our walk with God. We'll be studying Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:5-8, and Psalm 119:105 - scriptures that inspire us to trust in the Lord with all our heart, ...read more

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    Roadside Assistance PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 7, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,104 views

    Encourages Christians to deepen their belief, strengthen their discipleship, and share the good news of Jesus Christ's love and salvation.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, we are united in our shared faith, bound by the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and driven by our desire to live in His image. Today, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of belief and discipleship, ready to bear witness to the ...read more

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    Guarding Your Heart Against Sin Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 26, 2025
     | 562 views

    The heart is the control centre of a person’s thoughts, desires, and actions. It determines the course of our lives and is a prime target for sin. Therefore, guarding our hearts is essential for maintaining a pure and holy walk with God.

    Title: GUARDING YOUR HEART AGAINST SIN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 4:23 "Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it." Supporting Texts: Matthew 15:18-19; Psalm 119:11; Philippians 4:8; 1 Peter 5:8; 2 Timothy 2:22 INTRODUCTION: The heart is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Practical Steps To Holiness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
     | 249 views

    Holiness is attainable when you commit your life to God, renew your mind by His Word, purify your heart through repentance, and live daily under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

    PRACTICAL STEPS TO HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 12:14, James 4:7-8, Ephesians 4:22-24 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is a divine call and a continuous journey that every believer must embrace. While the call to be holy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Choose You This Day Whom Ye Will Serve,

    Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 56,480 views

    “Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the Gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. Serve the LORD!

    Choose You This Day Whom Ye Will Serve, But As For Me And My House We Will Serve The Lord SUNDAY AM 11/28/1999 Joshua 24:14-24 14 “Now therefore, fear the LORD, serve Him in sincerity and in truth, and put away the Gods which your fathers served on the other side of the River and in Egypt. ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Making The Most Of Your Walk With God Series

    Contributed by Chris Gowen on Jul 16, 2005
    based on 455 ratings
     | 204,450 views

    To make the most of our walk with God we will need to look in three directions and answer three questions.

    Last Sunday we spoke on Making the Most of the Time We Have. Time is precious. We really are not here on this earth for very long. We are like when you go to turn the light switch on, and the bulb is shot. One day it will eventually happen. So, how can we make the most of the time we have? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Destructive Nature Of Man’s Human Spirit

    Contributed by Gordon Brownlee on Apr 14, 2025
     | 328 views

    The Old and New Covenants meet with God in different ways. But few have asked whether these differences create spiritual powers that work against the Christian life. This maybe why Paul struggled with a Church in transition.

    The Destructive Nature of Man’s Human Spirit Life sets before us an interesting journey of discovery. Within that journey we record what our eyes perceive as beauty, what our hearts cherish as food for the soul and what our spirit learns of eternity. Hence every endeavor in life relies upon body, ...read more

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    Preparing For Christ’s Return

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 20, 2025
     | 605 views

    The return of Christ is a reality that every believer must prepare for. The signs of His coming are evident, and we cannot afford to be unprepared.

    PREPARING FOR CHRIST’S RETURN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 – “For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first: Then we which are alive and remain shall be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Better Priorities In The New Year PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,130 views

    The sermon encourages prioritizing God's presence, pursuing purpose through Him, and promoting prosperity by seeking His kingdom and righteousness in our daily lives.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering. It is a joy and a privilege to be in fellowship once more, to share in the Word and the wonder of our Lord. As we gather in this place of worship, we are reminded of the words of the great Martin Luther, who once said, "I have so many things to do ...read more

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    Barriers To Blessing

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 10,098 views

    It is the spirit that you have that really counts. If we have the wrong spirit, blessings can never flow to us or through us.

    BARRIERS TO BLESSING Mark 2:1-5 INTRO: All of us have read the story about the dykes of Holland According to the story, one day one of the dykes sprang a leak and the water began pouring in through that hole. But a heroic boy thrust his arm into the hole and held the waters back and saved the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Reject The World Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,125 views

    Far too many believers play with fire every day by living their lives as CLOSE to the world as they believe they can! Scripture encourages us to flee from the things of this world and seek a godly life!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: February 18, 2009 Date Preached: March 04, 2009 Where Preached: Oak Park (Wed Evening) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Series from 1 John Sermon Title: Called to Reject the World! Sermon Text: 1 John 2:15-17 15 Do not love the world or the things ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Personal Revival: Revival Only Begins Within Yourself

    Contributed by Rev. Mike Willard on Dec 14, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,257 views

    After Revival in a church revival starts, and it starts with each individual person or it fails in each individual person, we have to make a choice to make it work!

    Psalm 85;6 and Psalm 51:10-13 WHAT ABOUT NOW REVIVAL? 11-15-09 This morning we are going to focus in on What now…What do we do now that we have experienced a worship called revival. How do we move forward to continue the revival celebration we experienced last week. Many times after a revival ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist