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Lord, I Clearly See, Restore To Me

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Sep 15, 2013

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Restoration, is still paramount in the deep south, in a diaspora, that practiced redistribution of wealth and sinned against God, when they took, from their neighbors, and falsely claimed lands and properties that did not belong to them.

Lord, I Clearly See, Restore To Me “Then it shall be, because he hath sinned, and is guilty, that he shall restore that which he took violently away, or the thing which he hath deceitfully gotten, or that which was delivered him to keep, or the lost thing which he found,” ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:1-30

Denomination: Friends

In The Last Days (September 17, 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 3, 2023

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Paul is making a point. ... His point is for the congregation of the church at Rome then and the church today is to be loving to our neighbors. Two things we want to talk about today are distractions and love.

IN THE LAST DAYS Text: Romans 13:8 -14 Romans 13:8-14 Owe no one anything, except to love one another; for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law. (9) The commandments, "You shall not commit adultery; You shall not murder; You shall not steal; You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: United Methodist

War And Peace

Contributed by Charles Payne on Mar 26, 2025

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War is one of the most complex and troubling aspects of human existence, especially from a moral and theological perspective. It brings suffering, destruction, and death—yet at times, it seems to be a necessary response to evil.

WAR AND PEACE SCRITURE: Joel 3:9-10 (KJV) Proclaim ye this among the Gentiles; Prepare war, wake up the mighty men, let all the men of war draw near; let them come up: Beat your plowshares into swords, and your pruninghooks into spears: let the weak say, I am strong. PROLOGUE War is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 3:9-10, Isaiah 2:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If You See Offering As An Oppurtunity To Be Obedient Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2001

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Part 3 of 4 in a series on marks of a healthy Christian and this one is on giving.

You Might Be A Healthy Christian If... You See The Offering As An Opportunity To Be Obedient. August 12, 2001 F.B.C. Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: 1. I’m going to speaking on giving today. A. I could say how your giving allows children in Africa and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Have The Obedience Of A 12-Year-Old ! Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Jan 8, 2004

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We study the only biblical story about Jesus as a youth. He is already going about his work as our obedient substitute. Mirror Christ by being obedient to the Lord and his representatives.

The First Sunday after Christmas Luke 2:41-52 During the first decade of life, children tend to view their parents as the greatest people in the world. This is the time of life when kids argue among each other, “My dad is stronger than your dad! My mom is prettier than your mom! My parents are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Lutheran

Obedience – The Proof Of Your Fear Of The Lord Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jun 6, 2005

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You know you have the fear of the Lord IF you obey instantly, joyfully, and wholly. We obey not because of WHAT we’re asked to do, but because of WHO asks us.

Obedience – the Proof of Your Fear of the Lord June 4/5, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: You know you have the fear of the Lord IF you obey instantly, joyfully, and wholly. We obey not because of WHAT we’re asked to do, but because of WHO asks us. INTRO: Dale Rooks, a school crossing guard in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2005

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5th in long series on Joshua. After doing a recap of the events so far, this shows the little-spoken truth: Sometimes, in order for us to obey God, we must hurt other people.

Joshua 3:1-17 – Sometimes Our Obedience Hurts Others It was testimony night in the church. A lady got up and said, "We are living in a wicked land where sin is on every hand. I have had a terrible fight with the old devil all week." Then, her husband, who was sitting glumly by her side ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Integrity Comes From Obedience To God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 22, 2006

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Integrity is NOT something we have within us, it is something that can only come from God.

Sermon Brief Date Written: August 22, 2006 Date to be Preached: August 27, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Living a Life of Integrity Sermon Title: Integrity comes from Obedience to God Sermon Text: Daniel 1:1-21 * - ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Truth, Obedience, And Other Antique Virtues

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

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The unpopular notion of absolute truth, and how obedience leads us to truth

TRUTH, OBEDIENCE, AND OTHER ANTIQUE VIRTUES 1 John 2:3-6 March 5, 1995 INTRO: A few weeks ago, during our Friday night devotional, I asked my teens how many of them had seen "Schindler’s List", Steven Spielberg’s recent movie about the Holocaust. I asked them: was the Holocaust right or was ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

Distinguishing Between Blind Obedience And Faith

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 14, 2003

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Christians are accused of being robots who obey without question. Abraham was an obedient servant who was justified by faith, but he knew exactly what he was doing because he weighed the options.

June 15, 2003 Morning Service Fathers Day Text: Genesis 22:1-19 Subject: Abraham’s Obedience Title: Distinguishing Between Blind Obedience and Faith I never cease to be amazed at the perception that the world has of Christians. It shows in the news media, on the movie screen, and in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Lord Takes Us To Obedience School Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 20, 2003

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There are different ways to "encourage" obedience. As we study Christ’s Active and Passive Obedience, God teaches us obedience to the Law through the Gospel.

The Second Sunday of Easter I John 5:6a The philosophy for dog obedience training has changed quite a bit in the last few decades. It used to be that many dog obedience schools operated by teaching the dog, “you better obey me, because I’m your master. And if you don’t obey me, bad things will ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Intentional #3 - Choosing A Life Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 27, 2003

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Third in the series on intentionality. This message deals with actively choosing to obey Christ.

Be Intentional #3 – Choosing a Life of Obedience Various Scriptures January 12, 2003 Introduction Third in a series on being intentional. We have talked about how God wants us to be people who live by decision rather than by default, and last week we talked about how to be intentional about ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8, John 14:21-23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Learning Successful Obedience Through Adversity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2004

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Christ showed us His formula for success. "The figure of the Crucified invalidates all thought which takes success for its standard." Dietrich Bonhoeffer Everyone who wants to make a success out of his or her life has to remain teachable. Jesus humbled H

Learning Successful Obedience through Adversity Hebrews 5:8 - "Even though He was a Son. He learned obedience through the things He suffered." Illustration: The figure of the Crucified invalidates all thought which takes success for its standard. Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Everyone who wants ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First " Giving Honor And Obedience " To God.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 22, 2001

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It is more important for Christians to obey God rather than any human authority.

THE SECOND SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EASTER, THE MESSAGE FOR SUNDAY THE 22ND OF APRIL, 2001 THE TEXT .....Acts 5:29-29 PRAYER...MAY THE WORDS OF GOD AND HIS MESSAGE SPOKEN THIS HOUR BE BOTH A WORD OF COMFORT AND CHALLENGE WE PRAY THAT IT WILL CHALLENGE THOSE WHO ARE COMFORTABLE AND COMFORT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Methodist

Obedience: The (Super) Natural Response To Faith

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 6, 2011

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Our lack of complete obedience brings complications in our Christian walk.

Obedience: The (Super) Natural Response to Faith John 14:15-27 "By faith Abraham, when he was called to go out into a place which he should after receive for an inheritance, obeyed; and he went out, not knowing whither he went." (Heb 11:8) "But wilt thou know, O vain man, that faith without works ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

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