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  • Steven Shubert avatar

    When God Plays Hide & Seek

    Contributed by Steven Shubert on Dec 11, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 14,249 views

    There are times in our relationship with GOD that it seems that He conceals Himself from us. What, if anything, is GOD doing when He plays "Hide & Seek" ?

    When god plays Hide And Seek 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 take: when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of Intercessory Prayer

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Feb 14, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 18,735 views

    This sermon offers encouragement to all who are praying for the salvation or for the healing of a loved one.

    “The Power Of Intercessory Prayer” TEXT: John 4:46-54 Introduction: At first glance this may seem like a strange text to use with the subject of “Intercessory Prayer,” but I think that there arefew scriptures that do a better job illustrating all the elements involved in intercessory ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Commitment To Real Giving

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 5, 2002
    based on 118 ratings
     | 14,699 views

    What real giving is in the Bible

    MARK 12:41-44 "COMMITMENT TO REAL GIVING" A) This is a touching story with a powerful message that is often ignored! * It is a story: * That shows how God’s heart reaches out to those in need ....... * He reaches out in tenderness, and compassion, and love! * It’s a story that shows how much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Of The Canaanite Woman

    Contributed by Jose Imperial on Nov 24, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 25,442 views

    We sometimes wonder why our petitions to God do not received answer. We called,we cried,we cling on His Name whom we believed, but there is no answer to our faith. If God hear us why doesnt he respond or reply to us.Does our action affects the answer?

    Faith of the Canaanite Woman Matthew 15:21-28 James 2:20 said “But do you want to know, O foolish man, that faith without works is dead?E We sometimes wonder why our petitions to God do not received answer. After we called on God ,and on the name of His son whom we believed, the answer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Are What You Eat

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,849 views

    Is your fridge stocked full of fresh fruits, vegetables and lean meats OR is it full of fat-filled, overly salted processed convenience foods and abandoned take-out containers? If we truly are what we eat, what do your eating habits say about you?

    Mike Warnke, Christian evangelist and comedian said, “Eat fat, greasy food and you become a fat, greasy dude.” BBC America hosts nutritionist Gillian McKeith who works with unhealthy eaters to break lifetimes of bad habits. BBC introduces their webpage with this introduction: Is your fridge ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Real Oil Crisis (Be Prepared)

    Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,846 views

    This is a sermon that focuses on being prepared to receive Christ.

    Matthew 25:1-13 1"At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2Five of them were foolish and five were wise. 3The foolish ones took their lamps but did not take any oil with them. 4The wise, however, took oil in jars along ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Art Campbell on Jun 19, 2007
     | 4,190 views

    The world lauds autonomy and strength, but Jesus says those who are truly blessed are the ones who come to him in humility and dependence.

    BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT INTRO NEW SERIES Everyone wants the good life. What does it mean for you? Lifestyle? Stuff? Financial security? Family? ILL: Video Clip ’In the Game’ from the Pursuit of Happiness. The world says, ’take what you want, pursue happiness and fulfillment at all costs.’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grumbling Over Grace

    Contributed by Robert Drake on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,099 views

    We need to learn how not to be jealous of another persons blessing and be happy for them.

    Grumbling Over Grace Matthew 20: 1-16 This parable grows out of a reply to a statement made by Peter. Peter’s statement was the aftermath of Jesus’ parable about the rich young ruler. Peter said you told the rich young ruler to go and sell everything he had and follow you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Jubilee Has Come. The Jubilee Assured The People Of Old That God Cares.

    Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Jan 31, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,091 views

    There is hope for the hopeless

    OUR JUBILEE HAS COME (A Sermon delivered by Rev Dr Kwabena Opuni-Frimpong, General Secretary of Christian Council of Ghana on Sunday January 26, 2014 during the Launching of the 50th Anniversary celebration of the Ghana Police Church, Accra). Key Bible Passages: Ps 48:14 & Matt 4: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Challenge Of Change

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 18, 2014
     | 12,727 views

    A sermon to challenge our perspectives about change.

    "The Challenge of Change" Isaiah 54:1-4 Isaiah 54:2 Enlarge the place of thy tent, and let them stretch forth the curtains of thine habitations: spare not, lengthen thy cords, and strengthen thy stakes; Introduction: How many of you are interested in seeing our church grow? I know that sounds ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Means Of Grace

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 23, 2023
     | 1,421 views

    God’s power does not depend on tangible things or reside in visible things. It is God in Christ who calls, and when we come to him, it is God in Christ who heals.

    Can you imagine how desperate General Naaman must have been? Aram and Israel were enemies, for goodness’ sake. They were raiding across each other's borders, looting and taking slaves and generally making nuisances of themselves, keeping in practice for the next full-scale hostilities to break ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Post Salvation Blues

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2023
     | 1,614 views

    The greatest feeling of our life was the day we accepted Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior. That feeling doesn't last forever. We have to live in this sinful world. We all experience post salvation blues. The word of God can encourage us to overcome.

    Until a few years ago, the best way I know how to describe my Christian life was like that of a convict. A convict who has been pardoned. The cell door has been opened, but I was still living in a prison. There was no doubt in my mind that I had been pardoned and the door was open, so I was free to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Paradox Of Power

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Aug 28, 2025
     | 256 views

    This sermon 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 reveals the life-changing paradox that our greatest infirmities are not obstacles to God's power but the chosen arena where His strength is made perfect.

    Introduction: Our Vain Obsession with Strength We live in a world that worships at the altar of strength. From the moment we rise to the moment we sleep, we are bombarded by a single command: Be strong. Look upon the images that flicker before our eyes, listen to the philosophies of this age. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,095 views

    Emphasize the importance of compassion and good deeds in our lives, as neglecting these can lead to severe consequences, as illustrated in the parable of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16:19-31.

    Good morning, church! Today, we are going to unpack a powerful message from the book of Luke, Chapter 16, verses 19 through 31. This passage is a profound illustration of the sin of omitting good deeds, the consequences of ignoring others, and the incredible power of compassion. Before we delve in, ...read more

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    How Can I Repay The Lord? Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,713 views

    THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD

    BIG IDEA: THE LIVING NEED TO MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OPPORTUNTIES: TO LOVE THE LORD TO WALK WITH THE LORD TO GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD I. (:1-4) DELIVERANCE FROM DEATH AFFORDS THE OPPORTUNITY TO KEEP LOVING THE LORD AND CALLING ON HIM FOR HELP A. Answers to Prayer Reinforce our Love for the Lord "I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible