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  • Efren V. Narido avatar

    In The Image Of God

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 22, 2023
     | 2,898 views

    How do we understand that we are created in the image of God? What would be its effect on us, as we reflect God in His creation? Could it be that because we are created in His image or likeness, we could also have an idea why we were born?

    “Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.’ So God created man in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fine Tuning Your Focus On God Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 14,366 views

    The unique way that Abraham’s offering of his son on Mt. Moriah parallels our spiritual journey with God.

    We’re continuing the series on Second Chances by evaluating another of the times the Bible uses the phrase "second time." Our focus today is on Abraham. Abraham waited until he was 100 years old for Isaac to be born but he never gave up on God’s promise of a son. Remarkable. That’s why we still ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Don't Have To Hide: Epiphany 6, Year C

    Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 5, 2019
     | 4,274 views

    The Rev. Rian Adams. This sermon encourages people to open their hearts to God instead of hiding from God.

    Title: “You Don’t Have To Hide” Luke 6:17-26 – Epiphany 6 The Rev. Rian Adams Last week I looked up the lectionary reading for today and realized that it was the beatitudes. My first thought was, "Here we go again. I have to preach another sermon on ethics. I usually begin with something ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Titanic Syndrom Series

    Contributed by Roger Nelmes on Jan 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,761 views

    Tonight as we continue to take a close look into the mirror of God’s Word, James challenges us regarding how we treat people. The way we behave toward people indicates what we believe about God.

    Titanic Syndrom Review "Quick, Get the Umbrella" & "Mirror, Mirror" Tonight as we continue to take a close look into the mirror of God’s Word, James challenges us regarding how we treat people. The way we behave toward people indicates what we believe about God. Text: James 2:1-13 My dear ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ron Ferguson avatar

    The Concluding Affirmations In John’s First Letter For All Christians – 1john 5:15-20 Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 8, 2022
     | 2,222 views

    Unanswered prayer in your will, is answered prayer in God’s will for you. Assurance of salvation is one of the greatest themes we find in the scriptures for a person’s relationship with God. 5 great Affirmations close Chapter 5 of First John.

    THE CONCLUDING AFFIRMATIONS IN JOHN’S FIRST LETTER FOR ALL CHRISTIANS – 1John 5:15-20 There are 5 of these affirmations at the end of this letter, and 4 statements marked by the words “we know” and we will consider them this morning one by one. It is very clear that John is strong on knowing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Hear The Call Of God

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,684 views

    What does it mean to be called by God? Is it for everybody or just a few people? How do we know it when it comes? How do I hear God calling? These are some of the questions we will look at.

    How to Hear the Call of God 1 Samuel 3:1-11 November 11, 2001 Mark Eberly I love the story about the cowboy who was riding along and came upon an Indian lying flat on the ground with his ear pressed to the earth. The Indian said, “Wait. Wagon. Two miles off. Drawn by two horses. One black. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Belonging To God In A Broken World

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 21, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 739 views

    In a world of isolation and shallow connection, true belonging is found not through status, performance, or digital affirmation, but through surrendering to Jesus Christ, being born again by the Spirit, and embraced as a beloved child of God, forever known, loved, and secured by the Father.

    Belonging to God in a Broken World Matthew 19:16-26; John 3:1-18, 17:1-11 "In an age of constant connection, we’ve never been more relationally malnourished—because our hearts were made for more than clicks; they were made for communion" There was a time when a person’s identity, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 19: Finding The Presence Of God

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,630 views

    How to find the presence of God

    Pastor’s Bible Class Thomas Road Baptist Church Series: Getting The Faith Of Moses Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 19: Finding The Presence Of God November 6, 2011 A. INTRODUCTION: EXODUS 24:1-18 1. You can enter God’s presence in salvation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding The Presence Of God Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 20, 2025
     | 98 views

    You can know God intimately.

    A. INTRODUCTION: EXODUS 24:1-18 1. You can enter God’s presence in salvation. “That they may know You, the only true God” (John 17:3). 2. You can grow spiritually in God’s presence. “That I may know Him” (Phil. 3:10). 3. You can know God intimately. “Be still and know that I Am God” (Ps. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Miles Mc Pherson avatar

    God Is Waiting Series

    Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013
     | 6,302 views

    An examination of the Rich Young Ruler.

    I was playing flag football right and my body was saying- What are you doing? And I would try to run like you know go over there right now and I would like, my brain would say – go! And my legs would say - nah I think I’m gonna stay right here. I like it right here so my legs are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The God Of Purpose Series

    Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013
     | 9,046 views

    God created you for His glory and He designed you. You are not an accident.

    Let’s see your bibles 123,123, say word. Let’s see your pens, lesson plan, lesson plan. Let’s turn to 1 Corinthians 1, 1 Corinthians 1, 1 Corinthians 1. 1 Corinthians 1. My wife is a very wise shopper. She, there are many things about her that I love. In the morning service ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Chuck Brooks avatar

    The Sovereignty Of God

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on May 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,016 views

    I think it is true to say that most of us have not seen a year like 2020 in our lifetimes...

    I think it is true to say that most of us have not seen a year like 2020 in our lifetimes. The headline of an article published by WKYT in Kentucky reported that a study revealed increased suicide rates across the U.S, and mental health issues arose among adults during the COVID-19 pandemic. * ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Walking In The Will Of God

    Contributed by Richard Deem on Mar 1, 2001
    based on 538 ratings
     | 57,325 views

    Often the commited Christian finds it difficult to discern the will of God. It may surprise you to know that it is possible to be in the will of God and not really be aware of it!

    TEXT: Acts 16:6-10 INTRO: In 1984 my family attended a Spiritual Retreat (Conference) in Bertchesgaden, West Germany. This was an annual event for those involved in the Ministry to the Military in Europe. These were "high times", indeed. Not only were we "high on a mountain, nestled in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mike Hays avatar

    Mighty God Series

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Dec 4, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 12,294 views

    Isaiah describes the Christmas Gift with four titles that speak to the ministry of Jesus, our Christmas Gift.

    The Gift of Christmas: “Mighty God” Isaiah 9:1-7 There is a heaviness hanging like a cloud over many hearts this Christmas Season. The sounds of Christmas joy are muffled by the kettle drum beats of fear, loneliness, and uncertainty. Hearts that were once full of joy, excitement, and expectation ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    God's Purpose

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 30, 2004
    based on 144 ratings
     | 10,197 views

    1- God’s purpose in our worship 2- God’s purpose in our relationships

    INTRO.- Where are you headed? Where are you going? ILL.- Two friends went hunting for moose in Canada every year. Each time they were flown out to the marshland in a small bush plane. After landing them at the hunting site, the pilot said, “I’ll pick you up in four days and you can only ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ