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  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    Divine Wisdom

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 17, 2021
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    Sermon is about the God given wisdom and how we need wisdom to direct our ways.

    1 Kings 2:10-12; 3:3-14 “Divine Wisdom” 1. The Solomon Journey • Solomon’s journey as King begins with the death of His Father David David rested with his ancestors and was buried in the City of David. 11 He had reigned forty years over Israel— • Vs 3 Tells us Solomon had a great love3 ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Giving Thanks To God In Everything PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 20, 2023
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    Explores the transformative power of thankfulness in all circumstances, as a divine directive, an attitude adjustment, and a spiritual strategy.

    Ladies and Gentlemen, brothers and sisters in Christ, it is a joy and a privilege to be here with you today, standing on the common ground of our shared faith, bound by the love of our Savior. We gather here, not as strangers, but as family united in Christ. We are here not to merely hear the Word, ...read more

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    Guided Steps: Learning From Moses SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    Drawing lessons from Moses' life, we explore how to progress under God's direction.

    The life of Moses provides clear examples of how to move forward under God's guidance. On August 24, 2003, during morning worship, we focused on Exodus 33:12-23. The sermon was titled "Where Do We Go From Here?" and explored the importance of hearing from God, waiting on Him, and experiencing His ...read more

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    Embrace Progress: God's Command SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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    Embrace Progress is a directive from God, who foresees the potential for advancement and growth in our lives.

    When we hear statements, they are usually made with a purpose in mind. This is especially true when it is the Almighty God speaking, as His words hold great power and creativity (John 1:1-3). Today, I bring you a command from God that you must obey. You are at a critical point in your life where ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help Me Find Guidance?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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    How do we know which direction the Lord wants us to take in life? 1.

    How do we know which direction the Lord wants us to take in life? 1. Ask the Lord to cleanse you from all secret sins. David prayed, "Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. (Psa. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Donnie De loney avatar

    God's Power In Our Lives

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Apr 9, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
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    A look at how the power of God changed a man’s life...and the direction of his life

    “God’s Power in our Lives” 1 Chronicles 13:14 INTRODUCTION: David, the great king of Israel wanted to go and retrieve the Ark of the Covenant which represented the very presence and power of God. The Ark had not been in the midst of the people for some time. It had been stolen ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Passion Lives Here

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Feb 24, 2006
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    To show that as believer’s our passions must be directed toward Christ and not to our fleshly desires.

    I love to watch the Olympics, I always have 1980 Men’s Hockey team Eric Heiden’s 5 gold speed skating medals Sarah’s Hughes’ upset ice skating gold 4 years ago Luge, alpine skiing, bobsled, ski jumping All of these bring me excitement to watch Even curling (an ice version of shuffleboard) This time ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "Israel's Teacher"

    Contributed by Ron Newton on Aug 6, 2003
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    The spiritual birth message needs to be directed toward the Church and not just those who know their lost.

    Introduction 1. Nicodemus ... a man of the Pharisees. A member of the Jewish ruling counsel. 2. The Pharisees ... Known as religious purists A party which grew from the 2nd century ‘Hasidim’ (God’s loyal ones). Their supreme delight was the keeping of the law (Including the oral ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Waiting On God

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 15, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
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    This is a sermon about waiting for God’s guidance and direction through prayer and not running ahead of Him.

    Waiting on the Lord --Psalm 27:14 --Psalm 37:7-9 --Isaiah 40:30-31 Usually I am a patient person. During Christmas Breaks from Asbury College in 1968 and 1969, it was my privilege to work with my friends V. G. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Honesty: When A Church Is Moving Forward With God”

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Nov 5, 2001
    based on 177 ratings
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    This sermon looks at four ways a church can know it’s moving in the right direction.

    A man stands before judge and jury, places one hand on the Bible and the other in the air, and makes a pledge. For the next few minutes, with God as his helper, he will “tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.” He is a witness, His job is not to expand upon nor dilute the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding God's Will

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 26, 2001
    based on 174 ratings
     | 51,876 views

    Acts 16 reveals three basic facts about God’s direction for our lives.

    UNDERSTANDING GOD’S WILL Acts 16:1-10 INTRO.- ILL.- A preacher received a call from a church that offered him a salary four times what he was getting at his present church. Since he was a very devout and spiritual man, he spent much time in prayer trying to determine what God wanted him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Treasures In Heaven Series

    Contributed by Troy Mason on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
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    Seeking things of heaven vice things of earth helps keep us focused in the right direction

    TREASURES IN HEAVEN Matthew 6:19-24 Eccl. 5:10-20 Introduction – Story of Rockefeller interview. I met a millionaire in Hyde Co. His automatic response to the question, “How are you,” was “If I could just make that next nickel, I believe I would be alright.”. In this world there are only two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Honouring Godly Fathers (Father's Day)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 26, 2025
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    Fathers are God’s vessels of strength, direction, and blessing in the family. Their influence cannot be substituted or ignored.

    HONOURING GODLY FATHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:1-4 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:19, Malachi 4:6, Proverbs 17:6, Luke 15:20–24, Psalm 103:13 INTRODUCTION: Father’s Day is a time set aside to celebrate and appreciate the men who have been entrusted with the role of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Father's Day: The Faith Of Our Fathers

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 11, 2025
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    Fathers are not only biological sources of life; they are spiritual pillars whose faith shapes the direction of generations.

    FATHER'S DAY: THE FAITH OF OUR FATHERS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 11:8-10 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:19, 2 Timothy 1:5, Deuteronomy 6:6-9, Proverbs 20:7, Psalm 112:1-2 INTRODUCTION: Fathers are not only biological sources of life; they are spiritual pillars whose faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Functioning Church

    Contributed by George Rennau on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,355 views

    Truth for a church after a split, but on the mend - We are not a perfect church but we are headed in the right direction.

    Illustration “Don’t Join That Church” A poem There is no perfect Church You know, its come to my attention that there are people talking about us and our church I don’t know how many times people in the community have said in sort of a snide way “O, you’re the pastor of that church”. Like they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God