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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Fight Off What Comes Naturally (Idolatry)

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 8, 2020
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     | 4,190 views

    Doing what comes naturally will not lead us in the direction of drawing closer to God. Naturally we have a bent away from the things of God.

    Fight Off What Comes Naturally Exodus 20:1-21 1 Peter 2:9-12 3/6/2020 Some things that come naturally to us can prove deadly if we give ourselves over to them. Have you ever been driving and got sleepy at night. You do things to fight off that natural desire to sleep. You may open ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Will You Loan Your Faith?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2024
     | 375 views

    God expects us to share our faith with others. Your faith can help bring others closer to God's plan.

    WILL YOU LOAN YOUR FAITH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) COMFORT ZONE VS THE CALLING! Philippians 3:14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus. WHEN THE PAIN IS CRUSHING. WHEN THERE SEEMS TO BE NO RELIEF. WHEN ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Testing & Persevering Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 816 views

    Trials test our faith and produce perseverance. We can find joy in trials because they shape us and draw us closer to God.

    Today, ,we're going to deep dive into the book of James. James, Jesus' half-brother and a big deal in the early church, wrote this letter to encourage believers who were having a rough time. James talks a lot about faith and actions going hand in hand. Let's see what he has to say about handling ...read more

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    A Transformed Life PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 600 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of Jesus Christ, which reconciles us with God, and how our struggles can draw us closer to Him.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It is with great joy that I stand before you today, ready to share from the Word of God, our divine guide and compass in this life. A gentle breeze of grace and mercy sweeps across this gathering, reminding us of the comforting presence of the Holy Spirit. We ...read more

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    The Way In A Manger PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023
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     | 499 views

    This sermon explores finding direction amidst life's chaos, understanding our spiritual position, and drawing closer to Jesus, our guide and path to God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we, as a family of believers, come together to seek solace, strength, and wisdom from God's unchanging Word. There's a comforting familiarity in these moments, isn't there? In the sacred rhythm of our shared faith, in the collective heartbeat ...read more

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    God's Way Of Guiding Us Through Discomfort PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 15, 2024
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     | 880 views

    This sermon explores how God's presence and promises provide comfort and growth through personal grief, leading to unshakeable joy and closer relationship with Him.

    Beloved congregation, as we gather together today, let our hearts be open and our spirits receptive to the message God has in store for us. We find ourselves in a world that is often filled with sorrow and grief, a world where heartache is a common language spoken by all, regardless of race, ...read more

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    Salvation In The Storm

    Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 9, 2023
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     | 1,421 views

    In the story of Jesus calming the storm, we can see the steps of salvation.

    1. Going along doing the routine things of life Jesus went into a ship with his disciples. “Let’s go to the other side of the lake,” he said to them. They launched the boat. As they sailed Jesus fell asleep. (Luke 8:22-23a) This was routine for the disciples. They had been on the Sea of Galilee ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 2: A Closer Look At The Lord's End Times Warnings Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 27, 2023
     | 1,598 views

    The Lord's warnings... 1. Are about deception (vs. 1-5, 11-12, 23-26). 2. Are about disasters (vs. 6-8). 3. Are about the danger of persecution (vs. 9-10). 4. Seem to have more than one application (vs. 15-21). 5. Should move us to trust in His deliverance (vs. 13-14, 21-28).

    The Second Coming of Christ Part 2 - A Closer Look at the Lord's End Times Warnings The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 24:1-28 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared February 27, 2023) (Edited March 3, 2023) MESSAGE: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 24, as we continue talking about the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Different Kind Of Christmas

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Dec 7, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,715 views

    In light of 9/11 and other events closer to home, this Christmas will be a different kind of Christmas for many, if not all. This sermon focuses in on the hope and promise in the birth of Jesus.

    #120 11/26/01 Luke 1:26-38 Bibliography: I want you to pause and think with me for just a moment. Here in the last few weeks of 2001, lets look back over this past year, and reflect. We began with a down turn in our economy. In January, February, and March, households in Grace paid taxes on ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Holy Is The Lord Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,416 views

    What are the four living creatures or the sea of glass? God’s holiness shines as we take a closer examination of the throne of God as revealed in Revelation 4.

    Holy is the Lord The last message looked at the two throne scenes that John saw. Now lets examine the throne a little closer. Begin by looking at Revelation 4: 6 Before the throne there was a sea of glass, like crystal. And in the midst of the throne, and around the throne, were four living ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening And Obeying

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 15, 2011
     | 5,180 views

    Listening to God leads us to a place of obedience in Him and allows us to draw closer to Him if we obey. (Ref: Psalm 85:1-13)

    Listening and Obeying Psalm 85 I. What has God Done (v1-3) - In the face of wickedness God still loves us - v2: Selah (Pause/think about it) - Forgave iniquity .... how? Jesus! - Wrath has been delayed because of His love for us (John 3:16-17) - God's love is without end because: - He loves ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Man's Importunity Or God's Importunity

    Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Dec 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,000 views

    When the traditions of Jerusalem became more important than what Jesus had to say, it's time for them to take a closer look at what is important.

    JEREMIAH 35: 12-17 When you know who a person is, you’ll listen to them. If you listen to a person, you might believe what they are saying, so Jesus represented what he was saying with signs and wonders. Listen, Jesus wants us to listen- to do this is what he wants Jerusalem to do. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What About That Lyin Lion?

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Apr 20, 2013
     | 2,854 views

    We automatically think about the devil when the word lion is mentioned in a message. Look a little closer and see who the lion really represents in the Scriptures.

    Is there a Lyin Lion? The Lion of Juda--The Real King Rev. 5:1-5 1 ¶ And I saw in the right hand of him that sat on the throne a book written within and on the backside, sealed with seven seals. 2 And I saw a strong angel proclaiming with a loud voice, Who is worthy to open the book, and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Rid Of Idols Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Dec 2, 2019
     | 2,409 views

    Just like Gideon, we Christians are to grow our faith in Christ and a major part of being closer to God is to get rid of idols in our homes!

    Let us continue to worship God by learning from His Word… please open your Bibles to Judges 6……page….. 2 weeks ago, we noted the calling of young Gideon. Read along with me Judges 6:12-16 for our background…. Gideon knew God but his faith was still weak: Gideon questioned God’s abilities and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Prayer Power Continuum Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 22, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,494 views

    Like a light dimmer, the power is our prayers is connected to the depth of our walk with God. The closer we walk with God, the more potent our prayers.

    The Prayer Power Continuum (James 1:5-8; 4:2b-3, 7-10; 5:16-18 ) 1. What tool can you use to cut water? A Sea-saw. 2. What tool did God give you to help you stay in conversation with Him? Prayer. Prayer is an important tool that God has given us, and one in which the devil will go to great pains ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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