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    God Would Not Have Listened PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024
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     | 553 views

    This sermon encourages self-examination of our hearts for hidden sin, emphasizing the importance of purity and honesty in our relationship with God.

    Beloved congregation, as we gather together in the unity of our faith, our hearts beat with a shared rhythm, a rhythm that echoes the love and grace of our Savior. We are bound by a sacred tapestry of faith, woven together by the threads of God's Word. It is this Word that we turn to today, as we ...read more

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    A Higher Life

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
     | 15,449 views

    A higher Christian life is: 1. Faith in the Promises of God. 2. Consecration to the will of God 3. Fellowship in the presence of God 4. Testimony to the Honor of God 5. Warfare Against the Enemies of God 6. Victory in the Name of God

    A Higher Life Hebrews 3:11-11 Introduction: Some people are content with limping along the fence. Others want to launch out into the deep. Where true revival is taking place, Christians become interested in doing more for Christ, not less. They are not content with living the same kind of a life ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Give Thanks PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 9, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 235 views

    True gratitude transforms our lives, drawing us closer to Jesus, deepening our healing, and opening our hearts to God’s ongoing blessing and presence.

    Some of us walked in today with full calendars and thin reserves. Bills on the table, worries in the heart, a sigh that sits a little too close to the surface. We could use a fresh breath of grace. We could use the reminder that God isn’t just good to us; He is near to us. Near on the mountaintop. ...read more

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    Your Standing Before God

    Contributed by Peter Fisher on May 31, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,384 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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    God's Greatest Desire Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,886 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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    The Way I Take

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 13, 2021
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     | 3,043 views

    God knows and God cares. He is not confused. You can trust Him.

    My God knows the way that I take Job 23:8-10 8 ¶ Behold, I go forward, but he is not there; and backward, but I cannot perceive him: 9 On the left hand, where he doth work, but I cannot behold him: he hideth himself on the right hand, that I cannot see him: 10 But he knoweth the way that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seeking God And Holiness

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,196 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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    Optimism In The Face Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,884 views

    A reflection on 9/11/01

    Optimism In The Face of Tragedy 10/30/01 “We all face tragedy. What’s more, we’ve all received the symbols of tragedy. Yours might be a telegram from the war department, an ID bracelet from the hospital, a scar, or a court subpoena. We don’t like these symbols, nor do we want these symbols. ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Wake Up Call

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 264 ratings
     | 12,090 views

    With the terrible tragedy on Tuesday 11,2001 our country mourns the loss of life and destruction. I do believe our nation will pull together but that will only last if God is at the center. This sermon focuses on a comparison between this tragedy and an

    Sunday Morning September 16, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, New Mexico WAKE UP CALL Joshua 7:1-13 Introduction: 1. We live in a great country of technology, government structure, wealth, military defense, military intelligence service, etc… Unfortunately, our country has learned this week ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Key # 3 Praise Series

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,402 views

    Third Key of Reaping Harvest of Souls is Praise! Concluding message in 3 part series.

    Three Keys To Reaping The Soul Harvest! Three Keys To Victory! Key #3 PRAISE 2 Chronicles 20:1-22 2Ch 20:1 It came to pass after this also, that the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them other beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. 2Ch 20:2 Then there ...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
     | 1,498 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
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,447 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
     | 1,692 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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    Hope For The Journey

    Contributed by Fred Schaeffer on Nov 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,450 views

    Hope is what enables us to see that silver lining around the dark clouds and makes us look for a rainbow during the rainstorm.

    I) Eighteen months ago, I embarked on a journey. I packed up my belongings and headed from Kansas to Northern California to begin a new life. I had been divorced for almost a year, and I had begun a relationship with a wonderful woman from San Diego, CA. The little furniture that I had along with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Getting To Know God

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,209 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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