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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Who’s The Greatest?

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 26, 2022
     | 1,939 views

    Who’s the greatest? Who among us has the most clout? Who gets to be close to Jesus? Who gets the money and the power?

    Who’s the greatest? Mark 9:36-37AMP These confessions and thoughts have been on my heart and mind for some time now, and I have a burden to plead with those of you who have followed the Lord Jesus for any amount of time to examine yourselves and perhaps engage in some spiritual "house ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Between A Rock And A Hard Place Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 7, 2021
     | 3,163 views

    We have all been caught in the middle and painted into a corner. The Lord works in those times to help us draw close to Him.

    Between a Rock and a Hard Place Exodus chapter 14 selected verses Introduction- Good morning, How you ever heard some of these familiar terms? Caught in the middle In a jam Painted in a corner Up the creek without a paddle These phrases let us know that someone is in ‘over their head.” In a ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Doubting Thomas Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 17, 2021
     | 6,093 views

    Just like Thomas, our doubt can show how close we are to God; we can be transformed by Jesus in our doubt.

    INTRODUCTION • Today we will conclude our four-week series concerning the issue of dealing with doubt. • We have covered the fact that we can go through seasons of doubt; and that our expectations can lead to doubt. • Last week we examined how we can struggle to believe because what we see in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Andrew: First Called Disciple Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 12, 2023
     | 1,117 views

    If you find Jesus as your Savior, first find someone close to you and tell them about Jesus, and bring them to Jesus.

    “John the Baptist stood with two of his disciple looking at Jesus. The Baptist said, ‘Behold the Lamb of God,’ and Andrew and John began following Jesus. The Master… asked, ‘What are you looking for?’ They said, ‘Master-Teacher, what are You staying?’ Jesus said, ‘come follow Me.’ It was 4 p.m. so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When You Are Scared Lesson 6 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
     | 895 views

    You do not have to run scared through dark dangerous valleys, because Jesus is with you. Walk with Him and stay close to Him.

    “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want … Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me” (Psalm 23:1, 4). A. WHEN YOU ARE SACRED 1. What scares you? a. Physical hurt. b. Emotional ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Made It PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
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     | 1,525 views

    This sermon explores how trials and struggles are God's way of communicating with us, urging us to view them as opportunities for growth and closeness to Him.

    Hey there, church family! We've got an interesting talk lined up today, something I think we can all relate to on some level. We're going to be chatting about trials, struggles, and testimonies...and not just any testimonies, but those that come right from the trenches of life's hardest moments. I ...read more

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    Transformed By Truth: "every Person Is As Close To God As They Want To Be" James 4:8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024
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     | 714 views

    From James 4:8 a sermon to challenge the listener to reflect on their relationship with God.

    Transformed by Truth: "Every Person is as Close to God as They Want to Be" James 4:8 Introduction Today, we explore a profound truth: "Every person is as close to God as they want to be." This statement challenges us to reflect on our personal relationship with God. Our main ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 7: God's Help For His Stumbling Saints Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 24, 2023
     | 1,594 views

    Sometimes we are going to stumble, but God's Word shows His stumbling saints what to do. 1. Remember the ways that we can stumble. 2. Remember that the Lord sees us. 3. Remember that Jesus will steer us in the right direction.

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 7: God's Help for His Stumbling Saints The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 26:69-75; Mark 14:53-54; Luke 22:59-62; Acts 4:5-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 24, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today in Matthew 26, we are less than 12 hours away from Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Creator Series

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 17, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,618 views

    If you don't worship God or if you have been mislead to study the Bible to get knowledge of Scripture I am here to tell you that as you get close to God he will get close to you. If you decide today to put God first and love Him above all things your life

    Genesis 1: 1 1 In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. 2 The earth was without form and void, and darkness was over the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God was hovering over the face of the waters. 3 And God said, "Let there be light," and there was light. There are two ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Friend Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 27, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,963 views

    Sinners can get get close to a holy God only if they we appeal to His grace. Pray that God in His grace would show us His path, grant us His presence, and reveal to us His person, which He has already done in His Son. Get close to Jesus and you will get

    On one occasion, Dr. Mortimer Adler suddenly left a discussion group at a tea quite disgusted, slamming the door after him. Someone in the group, trying to relieve the tension, remarked, “Well, he's gone.” To which the hostess replied, “No, he isn't. That's a closet!” ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Growing Closer To God

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 2, 2013
     | 6,967 views

    This is rule number one. If we do this, all others will fall into place.

    This week and next week we will summarize what God’s word teaches us about growing closer to God and closer to one another through our recent study in Genesis 1-22. But to start us off, let’s go first to the New Testament look at the first part of Hebrews chapter 11 where we see all ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Calm Assurance Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 1, 2023
     | 2,397 views

    We are looking at Psalm 16 the golden Psalm. Peter preached about Psalm 16 in his Pentecost sermon and Paul preached on Psalm 16 on his first missionary journey. It was the calm assurance that was instilled into the birth and growth of the church.

    There is a lot of trouble around us. There may also be trouble and conflict with in us. It is everywhere. This world has always been a place of turmoil since the fall. Adam and Eve where the perfect couple in the garden. They disobeyed God, sin entered, and things went amiss. Things went from bad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Do The Wars Come From? Series

    Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,783 views

    Who or what is your battle and look closely inside yourself do the wars and little battles start with you? And can the battle end with you?

    Where do the wars come from? James 4:1-5 Introduction In an old monastery near Bebenhausen, Germany, you may see two pairs of deer horns interlocked. They were found in that position many years ago. The deer had been fighting; their horns got jammed together and could not be separated. (James 4:1) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strength In The Storm Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 26, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,676 views

    Stretching you past your limits to cope, God can use a crisis to bring us close and draw a crowd along with us to him.

    Paul’s trip to Rome beginning in Acts 27 is the story of a stormy trip and shipwreck. Few things are as awesome to experience as a big storm. This past year, Florida saw four hurricanes plow through and wreak a path of destruction. We can begin to think we are large and in charge when God allows ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Believers Are God's Treasured Possession

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 29, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 16,674 views

    PENTECOST 4(A) - Believers are God’s treasured possession because God draw us close and we continue in God’s word.

    BELIEVERS ARE GOD’S TREASURED POSSESSION Exodus 19:2-8 - June 27, 2004 - Pentecost 4 EXODUS 19:2-8 2After they set out from Rephidim, they entered the Desert of Sinai, and Israel camped there in the desert in front of the mountain. 3Then Moses went up to God, and the LORD called to him ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran