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  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Seeking God And Holiness

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 2, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,286 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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    Why Give Thanks PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 315 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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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Forgiveness Is Found In Christ Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 11, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,804 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

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    A Higher Life

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015
     | 15,646 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

  • Brandon Max avatar

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

    Contributed by Brandon Max on Jan 17, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,629 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
     | 3,501 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
     | 1,831 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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    The Way I Take

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Feb 13, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,086 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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    Key # 3 Praise Series

    Contributed by Stephen Noel on Dec 5, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,479 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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    Wake Up Call

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 264 ratings
     | 12,159 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

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    Getting To Know God

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 20, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,282 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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    Denomination: *other

  • David Owens avatar

    The God Of All Comfort Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,413 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

  • Jay McPhearson avatar

    Turn Towards God

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on May 29, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,735 views

    There is amazing power when the people of God turn towards him.

    email me with the subject line and I will send you the powerpoint that goes with this sermon. 2 Chronicles 7:14 Turn Towards God There is amazing power when the people of God turn towards him. Sunday Morning Sermon 05.04.08 Intro: Closer to God Video: -- Jump Drive (Start with title and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    God’s Revelation Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 25, 2023
     | 1,894 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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    Optimism In The Face Of Tragedy

    Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,947 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