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  • When One Door Closes, Another Opens: God's Plan thumbnail

    When One Door Closes, Another Opens: God's Plan SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,029 views

    Sometimes our disappointments in life can become God's appointments, so don't let closed doors bother you. The things we think of as failures and problems can often end up being blessings in disguise.

    In life, we often encounter doors of opportunity that open and close before us. But are these doors being opened and closed by God? While the exact phrase "When God shuts one door, He opens another" is not found in the Bible, it aligns with the truth that we will explore in this sermon. We will ...read more

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    How Close To Being Saved Are My Loved Ones?

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 1,941 views

    Every true Christian has concern for the salvation of loved ones. For some, it is hard even to imagine them being saved. So we raise the question: how close are your loved ones to salvation?

    HOW CLOSE TO BEING SAVED ARE MY LOVED ONES? SCRIPTURE: Romans 10:8-11 [8] But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; [9] That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How God Closes One Door And Opens Another

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 111 ratings
     | 20,062 views

    God guides us by using closed doors and opens doors if we are willing to submit to His total control

    How God Closes One Door and Opens Another (Acts 16:6-18) Illustration:Sir Alexander Mackenzie is a Canadian hero. An early fur trader and explorer, he accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His incredible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Some Got Close - But They Didn't Get In

    Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,668 views

    Those that think they areon their way to heaven, but are not.

    WHY SOME GOT CLOSE - BUT THEY DIDN’T GET IN Numbers 14:26-30 Many times in life - people have set goals that they would like to achieve – but for some un-forseen reason - be it comes through you - or some other source - these goals become a distant dream. We have our eyes on the prize – but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Too Close To Temptation, Too Far From Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 24, 2013
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,917 views

    Sexual Temptation can lead us to places that cause many problems and stresses. How can we overcome the sexual temptations we face in society?

    Too close to temptation, too far from Wisdom Proverbs 2:1-11; 5:1-23 Intro Slide Good evening/morning We are finishing up a short series today called stressed out and stretched thin. The last couple of weeks we have talked about the stresses caused in our schedules and with our finances. If ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cm3 - Warning Not To Tamper With The Book, And Closing Prayers Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2019
     | 3,627 views

    These are the last words of the New Testament—the apostle John did not know that he was closing the canon of Scripture. If he had known, he could not have closed it more appropriately.

    Tom Lowe 3/12/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Topic # C.M.: CONCLUDING MATERIAL (22:6-21) Lesson: C.M.3: Warning Not to Tamper With the Book, and Closing Prayers (22:18-21) Scripture (Rev. 22:18-21; KJV) 18 For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Should We Close 2024 Praising God?

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Dec 27, 2024
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     | 635 views

    How do you view the year 2024? Whatever happened this year, let's have right perspective so that we can praise God and give Him thanks.

    We will soon leave the year of 2024. Some people see 2024 as a difficult or even bad year because they experienced so many problems this year, whether in finance, relationships, or health. They may even lose something precious or someone they loved this year. So, they are disappointed with God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Visionary View: Are Your Eyes Closed To The Truth Of God? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 13, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 984 views

    Today, let us embark on a journey together, seeking to open our eyes to the profound truths that God has laid out for us in His Word. God desires us to have open eyes, open ears, and open hearts to receive His truth.

    Visionary View: Are Your Eyes Closed to the Truth of God? Today, let us embark on a journey together, seeking to open our eyes to the profound truths that God has laid out for us in His Word. Opening Prayer: Let us begin with a word of prayer. Heavenly Father, we come before you with open hearts ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Tuesday - Opening Closed Minds And Penetrating Callused Hearts Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 14, 2022
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    On Tuesday of the final week of Jesus' earthly life, He spent the day teaching His disciples, the crowds and the religious leaders. His teaching was designed to confront some and comfort others. The choice is always ours.

    A. Did you hear about the guy going around different towns and jabbing people with knitting needles? 1. The police believe he was trying to make a point and was following some sort of pattern. B. The word “needle” can be used as a noun or a verb. 1. As a noun, a needle might be: a small slender ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    (Lesson 1) Jacob: Motivated By Fear

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 52 ratings
     | 2,901 views

    Jacob wrestled all night with God and wouldn’t let Him go. Because of Jacob’s tenacity, God blessed him and changed his name to Israel, i.e., a Prince with God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 32:22-32 What an encounter is not. 1. Not a greeting, i.e., when we talk to God. 2. Not a thought, i.e., when we meditate on God. 3. Not a meeting, i.e., our scheduled communion. 4. Not incidental, i.e., something we do every day. 5. Not an answer to prayer. B. WHAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Clever In The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 9, 2015
     | 4,806 views

    If we are led by the Spirit of God, then we will find clever ways to advance His mission on earth.

    “A humble people you will save, O Lord, and the eyes of the proud you will humiliate, because who is god other than You, O Lord?” The words of the Offertory antiphon we will hear in a few moments. What is the difference between pride and humility? Let’s consider the last words ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Such Is Life

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 29, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,708 views

    Dr. Tow looks at Jacob's journey in Genesis 35 and offers some comparisons as we encounter conflict, loss and much more in our own journeys.

    Such Is Life 06-21-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) Life is a journey; for every one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Let's Do What We Can't

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Jan 22, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,853 views

    let's do what we can't

    Let's Do What We Can't II Corinthians 8:1-5 1. It stars with a God encounter - v. 5 a. Some are ready b. Some are reluctant c. Some are rebellious 2. It produces grace enablement - v. 1 a. God will ask you to do something you are not capable of doing b. God will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Entre La Multitud Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jun 20, 2012
     | 6,385 views

    Jesús transforma el corazón que depende y confía totalmente en él.

    Encuentros transformadores Intro: El mes pasado tuvimos una experiencia interesante como familia. Mi hija Nadia participó como solista en una competencia de danza clásica organizada por la Secretaría de Cultura y las artes del Estado. La competencia fue una mañana y en la noche de ese mismo día ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Peter Denies His Lord Lesson 31 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2017
     | 6,371 views

    Jesus Encounters Peter

    A. PETER’S BACKSLIDING 1. Cause boasting. “I will lay down my life for Your sake” (John 13:37). 2. Jesus’ response warning. “Jesus answered him, ‘Will you lay down your life for My sake? Most assuredly, I say to you, the rooster shall not crow till you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist