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  • Dr. John D. WENTWORTH avatar

    Ask, Seek, Knock: The Pathway To Divine Encounter" Series

    Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Apr 3, 2024
     | 1,550 views

    In our text, Jesus imparts several profound lessons that are referred to as the "Ask, Seek, Knock" passage, encapsulate fundamental principles that transcend time and culture.

    Title: “Ask, Seek, Knock: The Pathway to Divine Encounter" Text: (Matthew 7:7-12) “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and the one who seeks finds, and to the one who knocks it will be opened. 9 Or ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Grant Adams avatar

    Thoughts And Memories Series

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Apr 25, 2024
     | 636 views

    I'm sure each of us have our own special memories. There is some special deed, word, and/or time spent together. But I also know of the emptiness, sorrow, confusion that comes with the losing of a friend and loved one.

    I'm sure each have our own special memories of Tressa. Some special deed, word, time spent together. But I also know of the emptiness, sorrow, confusion that comes with the losing of a friend and loved one. Perhaps the greatest unasked question here this evening is the word why? She was so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. William D. Poovey avatar

    Motivational Gifts / Why Am I Here Series

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Aug 7, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,009 views

    Why am I here ? Why do I act and react the way that I do ? Why do I think and reason the way that I do ? Romans 12:1-8 answers these questions and more. Read on !!!

    First I want to thank God for loving me. Next I want to thank Lyril for mentoring me. Lastly I want to thank Dr. Vick for teaching me. The Motivational Gifts. Why am I here ? Why do I act and react the way that I do ? Why do I think and reason the way that I do ? Romans 12:1-8 answers these ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Fred Edwards avatar

    A Tribute To God

    Contributed by Fred Edwards on Nov 17, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 9,482 views

    The question of "Why God loves us"is answered with unquestionable gratitude and reverance.

    A Tribute to the Almighty 1 Chronicles 16:8-12, 25, 34 The old Hymn, "My Tribute," says, "How can I say thanks for the things you have done for me? Things so undeserved yet you give to prove your love for me." I. How does God say "I love you?" A. With the peace you realize in times of sorrow and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Troy Borst avatar

    God Flavored

    Contributed by Troy Borst on May 27, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,366 views

    An interactive sermon for kids exploring why Jesus says we are the ’salt of the earth.’

    GOD FLAVORED MATTHEW 5:13 INTRODUCTION/ACTIVITY… Taste of Seasonings [Have small bowls for each group or an assembly line of different seasonings for the kids to taste and try. See if they can identify which seasoning is which.] Today we will be taking a look at a passage from Matthew 5, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Immanuel: The Greatest Christmas Gift We Never Asked For

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 21, 2023
     | 1,162 views

    Ahaz and the people of Judah had rejected the LORD - yet He kept reaching out - and gave them a beautiful promise - Immanuel!

    12.24.23 Isaiah 7:10–14 10 The LORD spoke to Ahaz again. He said, 11 “Ask for a sign from the LORD your God. Ask for it either in the depths below or in the heights above.” 12 But Ahaz responded, “I will not ask. I will not test the LORD.” 13 So Isaiah said: Listen now, you house of David. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Do You Go To Church Series

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Oct 27, 2014
     | 5,040 views

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    Why Do You Go To Church Hebrews 10:24-25 1. I am here for observation - consider A. Discover weakness B. Discover struggles C. Discover needs 2. I am here for confrontation - provoke A. To motivate someone to love B. To motivate someone to good works 3. I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why We Don't Observe Sabbath - Or Do We? - Genesis 2:1-3 Series

    Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 23, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,651 views

    On the seventh day God rested. So today we’re going to ask the question, what do we do with the Sabbath day?

    If you’d open your Bibles with me to Genesis 2 today. We’re in Genesis 2. I entitled this series of messages that we’re working on “Understanding Your Roots.” It's this whole study in the book of Genesis. The reason I call it “Understanding Your Roots” is because if you understand the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Mike Turner avatar

    Where Is The Lord God ?

    Contributed by Mike Turner on Jul 17, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    Sermon based on the question asked by Elisha the prophet after Elijah was received up into heaven.

    Where Is The Lord God ? 2 Kings 2:1-15 The name "Elijah" means "Yah is God" Elijah was one of the greatest prophets of all times. He was a man who possessed the power of God, preached the word of God without compromise, and a mighty man of prayer ! Tonight I want us to look ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    God Dwells With Us

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 13, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,932 views

    Have we ever asked Where is God? The answer is simple. He dwells with us.

    God Dwells With Us Many of you would have read the book “Where is God when it Hurts”, by Philip Yancey. This morning, I want to do some thing unconventional and start my sermon by reading from Yancey’s book. After carefully and systematically analyzing the issue of pain and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Bad Things Happen To Good People

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 2, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,614 views

    Pastor Lee Strobel commissioned a national survey and asked people what question they’d ask if they could only ask God one thing. The Number One response was: “Why is there suffering in the world?” Why does God allow the righteous to suffer? I mean, I’m

    WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE INTRODUCTION: Pastor Lee Strobel commissioned a national survey and asked people what question they’d ask if they could only ask God one thing. The Number One response was: “Why is there suffering in the world?” Why does God allow the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Philip Gill avatar

    Why I Am A Christian

    Contributed by Philip Gill on Mar 29, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,012 views

    I am a Christian because of the mysterious movement of the spirit of God in my life, the encouragement and teaching of my parents and my response to the void that only conscious discipleship of Christ could fill. This only begins the story!

    Why I am A Christian The picture on the front of the pew bulletin sums up the journey before us. There is the central image of the cross with several symbols of holy Week. The palms are for the triumphal entry of Christ into Jerusalem as the King riding on a colt rather than in a chariot. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    Sermon: Finding Stability In Times Of Confusion

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 26, 2025
     | 492 views

    Asaph verbalize a question that many righteous people wanted to ask, “Why God allows the rich to flourish while the righteous often suffer?” Why do bad things happen to good people? Why do good things happen to bad people? God is still in control!

    Sermon: Finding Stability In Times of Confusion Scripture: Psalms 73:1-28, “Truly God is good to Israel, to those who are pure in heart. But as for me, my feet had almost stumbled, my steps had nearly slipped. For I was envious of the arrogant when I saw the prosperity of the wicked. For they have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Have Faith

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jan 29, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,386 views

    Strong faith can become weakened by doubt, but life can be restored by Jesus.

    Text: “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Story: “Show Much Have You?” A friend tells of overhearing two little girls, playmates, who were counting over their pennies. One said, “I have five pennies.” The other said, “I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    Why I Quit Tithing

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Sep 23, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,330 views

    Because God owns it all, the question should not be, "How much should I give?" But rather the question should be, "How much should I keep?"

    Most people simply don’t understand tithing. To many Christians, it seems like some sort of country club due. Another bill in the long list of monthly expenses. I hear questions like: “How Much Are You Supposed to Tithe?” “Do I tithe on my gross income or net income?” “My pay my tithe on my pay ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist