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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Why Care About People? God Calls Us To Do It

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 13, 2012
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    This is a message on why God's love for people should be our motivation for evangelism. Since God cares for people, we need to care.

    Why Care About People, God Calls Us To Do It Hosea 11:1-11 Mark 1:14-21 Calvary 3-11-2012 Today we are starting a new series entitled “Why Care About People.” How many of you have discovered that people can cause you a lot of headaches? How many of you have been tempted at ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Maturity In Christ

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 8, 2014
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    John tells Christians that no matter where they are in their spiritual maturity, they can still learn.

    Maturity In Christ 1 John 2: 12 -14 Intro: A little boy fell out of the bed in his sleep. His father picked him up and put him back in bed. He asked him, "Son, what happened?" The little boy responded, "I fell asleep too close to where I got in." . I believe that describes too many Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Greatest Desire Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,732 views

    In this message we will see that God’s greatest desire is to draw neaer to us.

    God’s Greatest Desire Drawing Nearer (1) AS YOU KNOW – tonight January 18th is the very first meeting of River Run’s Deeper Impact service… AND – let me tell you, I am pumped, stoked, excited, and jazzed about what God is going to do in our lives individually and collectively as we seek to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Don’t Worry… Be Happy! 1 Of 2

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
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    Several years ago, a very popular song that made the top ten list of favorites among many Americans was called, “Don’t worry…Be happy!”

    It was sung by Bobby McFerin and the words go like this: “Don't worry, be happy In every life we have some trouble But when you worry you make it double Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy now” “Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be happy Don't worry, be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Standing Before God

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on May 31, 2010
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     | 5,295 views

    A look at the theological words to see what they really mean to us

    Our passage today starts with the word 'Therefore', which gives us a clue that there is a discussion that has already resulted in some sort of conclusion. As a result of which we have the passage in front of us today. It is also Paul at his difficult best. You can almost hear him having thoughts ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Seeking God And Holiness

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 2, 2003
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     | 9,096 views

    Seeking God requires a commitment to growing in personal holiness.

    For the past few weeks, we’ve been considering, in a broad sense, the topic of seeking God. What it means to pursue God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Why we should desire to do so, why it’s beneficial and even essential that we continue striving for God throughout our lives – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Your Path...

    Contributed by Dana Carpenter Jr. on Dec 30, 2000
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    "That which is made crooked cannot be made straight," and "who can make that straight which he hath made crooked?"

    Introduction. A. Ecclesiastes 1:15 -- "That which is crooked cannot be made straight..." B. Every one’s life is on a path which will lead somewhere. C. No man can change his or anyone else’s life to the point where it is straight in the eyes of God. I. Romans 8:8 -- "So then they ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Circumstantial Christianity

    Contributed by Pablo Catala on Jun 22, 2019
     | 4,035 views

    Situational Christians

    “Circumstantial Christianity” Take time to deliberate; but when the time for action arrives, stop thinking and go on. There is a great truth that I would like to bring out to you this morning, and that is beloved that Christianity is not based of how we feel it is based on truth and if you base ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    19) Praying For God’s Provision – Physically And Spiritually. Series

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,378 views

    Prayer is often the means through which God provides for us. In fact, we are instructed by God to make our needs known to Him so that He may provide for our every need both physically and Spiritually.

    TEACH US TO PRAY Part 4 – 4) Ask for God’s Provision – Physically and Spiritually. TEXT: Matthew 6:9-13 RECAP Turn with me to Matthew Chapter 6 please brethren. And while we are all turning there... Our weekly Bible Study today remains firmly focused on discovering ... “Those things most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Amazing Grace Part Two

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 16, 2013
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     | 3,375 views

    God's grace is unmerited and undeserved favor with God. We ought to be living our lives no only physically alive but spiritually alive also.

    Amazing Grace Part two Ephesians chapter 2:1-10 Ephesians chapter 2:1-10 Prayer Last week we started a two week message on God’s Grace. (Same verses) We saw that these words of the Apostle Paul paints a picture. It paints a picture of man’s need for God It shows that without God we ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Responding To God's Favor Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 13, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,523 views

    This is the 3rd Sermon in the Series, "Finding Favor With God".

    Series: Finding Favor With God [#3] RESPONDING TO GOD’S FAVOR Genesis 8:1-22 Introduction: Tonight, we are going to study a powerful theme rooted in God's unmerited favor- "Responding To God's Favor." We see God's faithful provision and mercy after the great flood, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Revelation Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 25, 2023
     | 1,689 views

    In this Psalm David speaks of God’s revelation in creation. God reveals himself through the splendor of the universe.

    God’s Revelation Psalm 19 I attended an event called Symphony on the Prairie. It was held at historic Conner Prairie farms in Indiana. There are hundreds of acres with log cabins that are preserved as a museum of what the pioneer days were like in Indiana. In this setting the Indianapolis ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Forgiveness Is Found In Christ Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,650 views

    John gives us three very important concepts to grab hold of: If we live in the dark, God does not live within us; if we live in the truth, He is within us and we walk perfectly with Him; and lastly, repentance is more than words; it's a life change.

    Forgiveness is found in Christ 1 John Bible Study, Part 2 1 John 1:5-10 Introduction - The author of this letter (or epistle) is the disciple, John - This Epistle was probably written in Ephesus between the years 95–110. -- It was written to counter Docetism: belief that Jesus did ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    The God Of All Comfort Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,238 views

    In this lesson, we learn that life is hard, God is faithful, and that God can use our suffering for good.

    A. Last week’s sermon was the first lesson in a sermon series on 2 Corinthians that I’m calling – “Learning to Lean on God.” 1. Last week we introduced the city of Corinth and Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian congregation. 2. We discussed some of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Getting To Know God

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,104 views

    #1 in a 6-part series of getting to know those whom you serve. Full text, communion meditation, and audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

    Let me start today by showing you clear evidence of where America stands. In a recent poll: - 67% of Americans believe God can solve all of our problems. - only 18% said they would devote themselves to God. - 85% said they believe a day of judgment will come upon all of us. - ...read more

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