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  • Michael Luke avatar

    Jonah Runs - God Follows Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 23, 2008
     | 4,716 views

    Jonah rebels against God’s will. God disciplines Jonah and teaches us all a lesson in obedience

    SERIES: “DISCOVER OBEDIENCE: Jonah – Not Just Another Big Fish Story” TEXT: JONAH 1:1-17 TITLE: “JONAH RUNS – GOD FOLLOWS” OPEN: A. William Sherwood Fox wrote: We ask a simple question And that is all we wish: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Life Worth Living

    Contributed by James May on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 16,499 views

    Only through obedience to the Word of God can we find the love of life and happiness and a life worth living.

    A LIFE WORTH LIVING It seems that everyone you talk to all have the same purpose in life – at least when it comes to this life upon the earth. Wrapped up in each of us is the desire to have a better quality of life. Everywhere you look people are consumed by their quest of the elusive “American ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Prayer - Why Prayer Seems Unanswered

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Mar 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,648 views

    God loves us and wants to give us good gifts, but He is restrained by our lack of obedience and service.

    WHY GOD DOES NOT ANSWER PRAYER. ILLUSTRATION There were two widow women, each with only a single son. The two young men both got involved in drugs and they both ended up in prison. The women were devout Christians and both had been in constant prayer for many years. When their two boys were sent ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    As A Man Thinks In His Heart... Series

    Contributed by Frank Queen on Oct 8, 2021
     | 3,948 views

    Part one of a four part sermon series on guarding our thoughts and bringing them captive to obedience to Christ

    It has been argued, we are the sum of our thoughts. Every action begins as a thought, so a person's thought-life is very important. We will often rationalize bad thoughts by saying, “Well, I didn't do it, I just thought about it.” Well, there are two levels to thinking about it, one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Yes Lord!

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jun 18, 2003
    based on 130 ratings
     | 21,714 views

    This is my May devotional for my leadership team that examines the need for our obedience and faith to Christ’s calling.

    Yes Lord Matthew 9:27-31 Leadership Board Devotional May 13, 2003 Introduction John Newton had received from the Lord some almost unbelievable answers to his petitions, and so he often engaged in "large asking." In support of this practice he would frequently tell the story of a man who asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The God Who Prospers The Work Of Your Hands Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 21, 2025
     | 250 views

    God delights in prospering His children, and He blesses the work of their hands when they walk in obedience to His Word.

    THE GOD WHO PROSPERS THE WORK OF YOUR HANDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:8-12 Key Verse :“The LORD will open the heavens, the storehouse of his bounty, to send rain on your land in season and to bless all the work of your hands. You will lend to many nations but will borrow ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    From This Day On: Unlocking The Floodgates Of God's Favor In 2024

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Dec 31, 2023
     | 3,055 views

    Forget resolutions! This year, we unleash a spiritual tsunami! Through faith, generosity, and God's will, let's flood 2024 with His abundant blessings! Learn how to unlock God’s favor in 2024 by being generous, seeking His kingdom, and stepping through the open door He has prepared for you.

    From This Day On: Unlocking the Floodgates of God's Favor in 2024 (Haggai 2:19, Malachi 3:10) Introduction: Happy New Year, everyone! I hope you are all excited and hopeful for what God has in store for us in 2024. As we enter this new year, I want to share with you a message that God has ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Establishing Your God-Given Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 5, 2025
     | 235 views

    True elevation in God's kingdom is not random; it is the result of divine timing, preparation, obedience, and consistency in character.

    ESTABLISHING YOUR GOD-GIVEN KINGDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 5:1-25 Supporting Texts: Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Peter 5:6, Proverbs 21:31, Isaiah 60:22, Deuteronomy 28:13 INTRODUCTION: The journey to kingship for David was long and filled with trials, rejection, and delay. But in 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Cain & Abel PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,336 views

    To understand God's expectations for sincere and obedient worship, as illustrated by the story of Cain and Abel, and to learn from the consequences of disobedience.

    Good morning, Church family! Today, we're diving deep into the intriguing story of Cain and Abel, as told in Genesis 4:3-5. We'll be exploring God's expectations for worship, Cain's rebellion against God's word, and the tragic consequences of disobedience. From the very beginning of time, God has ...read more

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    Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us

    Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 17, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,613 views

    Jesus teaches us by expounding the interpretation of Scripture by emphasizing and contrasting our outward vs inward (spiritual) obedience.

    Weekend Message/Devotion February 17, 2019 Matthew 5:21-24, 27-30, 33-37 Jesus Clarifies Some Scripture For Us Jesus is actually confronting these areas of the Law and expounding the interpretation beyond that of the scribes. How and why is He doing this? The how is of great importance. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sowing & Reaping PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,112 views

    To highlight the importance of truly knowing God, understanding the consequences of ignorance, and the blessings that come from obedience to His word.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're diving into a message that hits home for every one of us. It's about our need to truly know God, the consequences of living in ignorance and the abundant blessings that obedience to God brings. As A.W. Tozer once said, "What comes into our minds when we think ...read more

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    Use What You've Got PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,315 views

    This sermon explores faith, obedience, and God's provision in desperate circumstances, using the story of a widow's interaction with the prophet Elisha.

    Welcome, beloved family, welcome. We gather here today, united in spirit and purpose, to delve into God's Word, to seek His wisdom, and to find comfort and guidance in His eternal truth. We stand on the precipice of a new day, a new week, a new opportunity to live out the love of Christ in our ...read more

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    Belief PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 4, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 869 views

    This sermon explores Daniel's faith and obedience, emphasizing the importance of trusting in God's sovereignty, even in the face of adversity. Key

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It's a joy to be with you today, gathered together in the house of our Lord. Today, we find ourselves standing on the threshold of a new adventure in faith. We are about to step into the pages of the Old Testament, into the life and times of a young man named ...read more

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    Are You "In Christ"?

    Contributed by Matthew Brown on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,125 views

    This sermon shares the advantages of being In Christ.

    Are you “In Christ?” Pt I Eph 2:10 – I was created for a purpose. God has made us what we are. He has created us in Christ Jesus to live lives filled with good works that he has prepared for us to do. 2Co 5:17 – I’ve been created over again. A fresh start. Whoever is a believer in Christ is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Now Faith Is PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,054 views

    Explores the concept of faith as both belief and obedience, emphasizing the role of hope in Christ in strengthening and shaping our faith.

    Good morning, folks! Can we all just take a moment to appreciate this beautiful day God has bestowed upon us? I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today, ready to open your hearts and minds to the Word of God. Today, we're going to chat about a topic that's near and dear to my heart - ...read more

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