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  • Vance Elzinga avatar

    The Burning Bush: Attentive Hearts

    Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,959 views

    A sermon based on the Burning Bush story which looks at what it means to have hearts that are attentive to God.

    20000326a - Exodus 3.1,f. The Burning Bush Attentive Hearts Story of a native American in NYC hearing cricket; crowd hearing coins drop. The point is not just listening; it’s WHAT! / TRUTH! Turn Aside [3.1-3] Moses’ first step was a detour. It was a decision to pay at-tention. (We get so ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Discipleship--The Process Of Maturity

    Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,429 views

    A true disciple is constantly and contently in the process of maturity.

    INTRODUCTION A true disciple is constantly and contently in the process of maturity. I. FAITH COMES FROM HEARING THE WORD OF GOD, 19; “disciple all nations”, Romans 10:17 A. Love the preachers of God’s Word Most people shoo away the preachers of God’s Word. They dislike them. They insult ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope For The Future

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 2, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,617 views

    The doctrine of solidarity says that all humanity is under the leadership of two men: Adam and Christ. Connection with Adam leads to death. Connection with Christ leads to life.

    The reading from Romans 5:12-19 reinforces the idea that those who trust Christ have hope for the future. Let me explain. Adam’s sin led to condemnation of the entire human race because his sinful nature was passed on to all of his descendants. Christ overcame that condemnation. As a result, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    A Call To Patience.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 29, 2016
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,082 views

    How long, Lord?

    A CALL TO PATIENCE. James 5:7-10. ‘Patience is a virtue,’ suggests the old adage. Yet when we pray for more patience what do we get? We get more affliction! This subject was mooted early in James’ epistle, when he somewhat surprisingly suggested that we ‘should count it all joy’ when we fall ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Load Of Your Sin

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 30, 2018
     | 4,446 views

    When Jesus forgives, He forgives completely!

    The Load of Your Sin May 27, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: When Jesus forgives, He forgives completely! Focus Passage: Matthew 11:28-30 Supplemental Passage: In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Soaring On Eagle's Wings Series

    Contributed by William Tan Yh on Jun 22, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,070 views

    To wait upon the Lord is to seek him and wait for the prompting by His Spirit to move to action. There is time of waiting and also an expectation that His Spirit will instruct us to launch out.

    Good morning brothers and sisters. I will read Isa 40:31 “They who wait upon the Lord, shall mount up with wings like eagles. They shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not be faint.” I wish to start off by sharing some facts of the American bald eagle. They are the kings of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Friends Of Intentionality

    Contributed by Anthony Sosa on Jan 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 476 views

    We all need friends who show up when life gets messy, friends who don’t just offer kind words but walk alongside us in our struggles. These “friends of intentionality” reflect the heart of Christ, offering love, presence, and action in the moments we need it most.

    Friends of Intentionality: When my family went through a rough patch in ministry, the way people treated us stood out. Most were kind and encouraging, some were hurtful and dismissive, but then there were a few, a precious few, who were what I call "friends of intentionality". These ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Transforming Mirror: Reflecting God's Glory 2 Corinthians 3:18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 28, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,151 views

    In the corridors of 2 Corinthians 3:18, the Apostle Paul unveils a profound truth—the transformative power of beholding God's glory. Today, let's journey into this passage and explore how, as believers, we are continually transformed by the truth we behold.

    The Transforming Mirror: Reflecting God's Glory 2 Corinthians 3:18 Introduction: In the corridors of 2 Corinthians 3:18, the Apostle Paul unveils a profound truth—the transformative power of beholding God's glory. Today, let's journey into this passage and explore how, as believers, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Study1-Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,576 views

    Study one on the Book of Revelation.

    Study 1 – (Chapter 1:1-8) The Title (vs. 1-2) “The Revelation of Jesus Christ” Revelation – apocalypse, an unveiling or manifestation. Revelation is singular; one blessed continuous manifestation. Revelation is the book of last things, which completes the bible. Compare Genesis, which presents ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    The Power Of Persistent Prayer

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2002
    based on 1,160 ratings
     | 123,365 views

    Jesus taught that we should "always pray and not give up." But why? Is God hard of hearing? Is it difficult to get His attention? Or is there something else we don’t understand?

    OPEN: The organ in a large church broke down one Sunday morning just before services were to begin. A member of the congregation happened to be a organ repairman and he immediately went to work on the instrument – finding it was a simple electrical problem. When he finally got it fixed it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Power Of Prayer

    Contributed by David Cramer on Sep 11, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 40,670 views

    The power of prayer

    George Mueller was known for his powerful prayer. In the course of his ministry to the orphans of England, he never asked for financial assistance from men - only God... and he constantly received what was needed to the penny. Once while on his way to speak in Quebec for a engagement. On the deck ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mist That Made A Difference Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 17, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 9,763 views

    Our temporary lives can make a lasting difference if we will surrender our plans to God.

    The Mist that Made a Difference James 4:13-17 13 Now listen, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money." 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Winning The War... With Humility Series

    Contributed by Steven Buhr on Mar 27, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 24,686 views

    Being a Christian is not a hat we wear, and then take off when it’s convenient or uncomfortable. It’s not a fake ID we show at the pearly gates of heaven or a ‘get out of hell free’ card. Being a Christian is a full-time, life time commitment to the King of kings and Lord of lords, Jesus Christ.

    James 4:1-10 – Winning the War, with Humility ‘Every baby starts life as a little savage. He is completely selfish and self-centered. He wants what he wants when he wants it — his bottle, his mother’s attention, his playmate’s toy, his uncle’s watch. Deny him these once, and he seethes with rage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rapture Ready. Be Ready, Be Faithful, Be Fruitful - Matthew 25:14-46 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Oct 2, 2025
     | 375 views

    Parable of the Talents, Believers are called to be ready for Christ’s return, faithful with what He entrusts, and fruitful in love and service.

    2025.10.05 Sermon Notes. RAPTURE READY. Be Ready, Be Faithful, Be Fruitful Matthew 25:14-46 William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: Matthew 25:14-46, 1 Corinthians 4:2, Colossians 3:23-24, James 2:17, Galatians 6:10, 1 John 3:18 BIG IDEA: Believers are called to be ready for Christ’s return, faithful ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Time Of Our Lives

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Feb 4, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,644 views

    Ecclesiastes 3

    THE TIME OF OUR LIVES (ECCLESIASTES 3) Two weeks ago, eight days after my wife’s passing away, I went by myself to Repulse Bay to recapture or reshoot the same picture of my wife sitting on a railing. No matter how many takes I did, It did not work out as the background is not the same; neither is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible