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  • Rick Pendleton avatar

    The Matrix

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 30, 2014
     | 4,053 views

    My question for you today is… are you dis-satisfied with YOUR current level of spirituality, are YOU ready to move forward and have a deeper spirituality, a closer relationship to God?

    The Matrix Two weeks ago we discussed how these Israelites had praised God and that praise led to a bigger awareness of God and His Holiness, purity and worthiness That led to a greater awareness of their own sinfulness and unworthiness That led them to confess their sins And that led them to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Narnia: Discover The Wonder: He Is Closer Than You Might Think Series

    Contributed by Rurel Ausley on Dec 7, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,478 views

    Explores Lucy’s surprise experience of Narnia with the truth that there are "wardrobe doors" for us to walk through to discover the Kingdom of God.

    Discover The Wonder: He Is Closer Than You Might Think Lk.1:29-35; 2:8-15; Mk.1:15; 2 Kgs.6:14-18 Intro… 1) Lk.1:29-35…Mary and Joseph are going about there merry, obscure little way, when….all of a sudden the unseen spiritual world contacts them with a message from the angel Gabriel…you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Submit And Resist - James 4:1-17 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 27, 2002
    based on 53 ratings
     | 19,507 views

    Submission to God brings him closer to you as does resisting the influence of evil drives the Devil away. The result of learning these two disciplines is a closer relationship with God almighty and the enemy driven farther away.

    Submit and Resist Thesis: Submission to God brings him closer to you as does resisting the influence of evil drives the Devil away. The result of learning these two disciplines is a closer relationship with God Almighty and the enemy driven farther away. Texts: James 4:1-17: 1What causes fights ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Discover God In Perilous Times Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 7, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,956 views

    When the bottom falls out of our world, God is closer to us than we think.

    Psalm 23:1-6 “Discover God in Perilous Times” INTRODUCTION Our year of discovery continues as we discover God in the perilous times of life. Like times of trials and struggles, perilous times are periods in our lives when we have difficulty perceiving God’s presence, power, or love. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Rudolf E. Y. Mensah avatar

    Seek God Continually

    Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Dec 17, 2021
     | 4,025 views

    Heaven is closer to you than you think. God is nearer to you than you can ever think or imagine.

    SPIRITUAL GROWTH ENHANCERS Seek the LORD while He may be found; Call upon Him while He is near. Isaiah 55:6 NASB SEEK THE LORD CONTINUALLY Dear beloved, it will interest you to know that heaven is closer to you than you think. God is nearer to you than you can ever think or imagine. Over here, ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Darren McCormick avatar

    God's Gifts Wrapped In Jesus' Genealogy

    Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 4, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,943 views

    A closer look at Jesus’ genealogy reveals God’s gifts of faith, hope and love.

    AM Sermon preached at Syria Christian Church December 26, 2004 God’s Gifts Wrapped in Jesus’ Genealogy Matthew 1 & 2, 1 Corinthians 13:13 [TITLE SLIDE] Back in High School I was fascinated when we began to do three dimensional equations in calculus. I thought wearing goggles and cooking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Bible's Golden Text

    Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Nov 6, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,242 views

    A closer look at John 3:16, the most beautiful passage of the bible!

    THE BIBLE’S GOLDEN TEXT Text: John 3:16 Scripture Reading: Romans 5:6-11 INTRODUCTION 1. John 3:16 is the world’s most popular verse for a reason, let’s not shy away from it 2. Many lessons on John 3:16 focus on what is not in the passage, in this lesson we want to focus on what this beautiful ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "the Power Of True Friendship"

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 22, 2024
     | 1,135 views

    “ We love quoting the scripture that the Lord sticks closer than a brother”

    When God gives us an assignment that is not according to our own plans, it can be confusing and challenging. We may feel unprepared, overwhelmed, or even resistant to the idea of stepping out of our comfort zone. However, it is important to remember that God's plans are always greater than our ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Craig Condon avatar

    Follow The Leader

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 18, 2015
     | 5,561 views

    When we take part in worship, especially when we take part in Holy Communion, we draw closer to God, and we allow him to live in us. Only then will we have the inner conviction and witness of the Holy Spirit that we are children of God.

    When you were children, did you ever play a game called “Follow the Leader”? Well, for those of you who didn’t, or for those of you who have never heard of the game, let me explain. First, you choose a leader. Then you follow him wherever he goes and do whatever he does. You stomp ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Power Of Proxiimty Series

    Contributed by Peter Langerman on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,021 views

    Get Closer, Whisper Softer

    Gen 22:1-14 There are at least two ways to make something bigger to the eye. You can magnify it with a magnifying glass, microscope, or telescope; or you can move closer to it. Magnification makes an object appear larger to the eye, but there is only one way to get a sense of an object’s true ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rex Williams avatar

    What Time Is It?

    Contributed by Rex Williams on Apr 5, 2002
    based on 60 ratings
     | 16,940 views

    To motivate people toward action now; to create a sense of urgency in bringing people closer to Jesus.

    What time is it? Useful for a Sunday near time changes. PURPOSE: to motivate people toward action now; to create a sense of urgency in bringing people closer to Jesus. Object lesson/children’s sermon idea: Mount or display clocks showing different time zones. Talk about the time zones and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    The Great Adventure - Lust? Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 17, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,010 views

    As we seek to draw closer to Christ, we discover our sinfulness, and ways to overcome them by drawing closer to Christ.

    The Great Adventure? The 7 Deadly Sins February 11, 2018 Have you ever asked the question . . . “What's wrong with me?” It's a question we all ask ourselves from time to time. When we blow up at our kids or at our spouse, we wonder - - - what's wrong with me? When we come home from the store with ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Revival... Or A Footnote Of History

    Contributed by Jim Brown on Feb 14, 2026
     | 37 views

    Many of us wonder if we could have been somebody. So many of us perhaps are just a footnote in history (if that). But what would be worse? If you could have been a great man or woman of God and then didn’t follow thru.

    Revival - Or a Footnote of History On the Waterfront: In 1954 a movie called On the Waterfront came out. The movie starred Marlin Brando who played an up and coming boxer who was forced to deliberately a lose fight so a crime boss could make money by betting against him. He never became a boxing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Lessons From St. Patrick

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 16,849 views

    Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to God. He also taught us that we have to follow the call of God because it wi

    Lessons from St. Patrick Opening Illustration: Video of Ireland played with Celtic worship in the background. Thesis: Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Smith avatar

    Fasting Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 21, 2012
     | 16,244 views

    Fasting on a regular basis draws us closer to God and strengthens our faith and resolve to do God’s will. Fasting, like going to the gym, builds the muscle of your faith. Too often, the focus of fasting is on the lack of food. Instead, the purpose of fast

    Fasting: A Means of Grace Matthew 6:16-18 In both the Old Testament and the New, to fast means to abstain from food. This is so clear that it would be useless to quote the Scriptures from David, Nehemiah, Isaiah, and the prophets and even the New Testament. All agree that to fast means not to eat ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist