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  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Seeing The Risen Lord

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 4, 2021
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    Learning from the experience of Mary Magdalene. Don't let emotions blind us to the truth. Don't let circumstances blind us to His presence. Remember what He has said.

    Jesus has risen. The tomb was empty. The stone covering it has been rolled away. • God has accepted the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. He died on behalf of sinners and paid the penalty of our sin. God raised him from the dead on the third day • The disciples were told of this before it ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Apostle Paul's Three Lessons While He Was In Prison

    Contributed by Robert Irvine on Jun 22, 2024
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    Paul didn't let his limitations stop him from sharing the good news about Jesus because he knew his circumstances couldn't limit the gospel’s power.

    Jesus, when he was about to ascend into heaven, to go back to His Heavenly Father, told His disciples, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Go! And Trust God’s Perfect Plan - Psalm 84:11 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 23, 2025
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     | 305 views

    Have you ever walked through a season where life didn’t make sense? Where circumstances were painful, confusing, and even frightening? Times when you asked, “God, what are You doing?”

    Go! And Trust God’s Perfect Plan Psalm 84:11 (NLT): "For the Lord God is our sun and our shield. He gives us grace and glory. The Lord will withhold no good thing from those who do what is right." Opening Prayer:: Heavenly Father, Thank You for the truth of Your Word. Thank You for ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Victory Through Prayer

    Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Apr 11, 2024
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    Keep your prayer armour on in season and out of season. In good times and bad times, no matter the circumstance or situation, stay alert and prayerful, and great victories will come to you if you refuse to give up in the place of prayer

    There is mighty working power in prayer. Prayer avails much; prayer can do great things in us and for us, prayer can give us victory! The message version of James 5:16 says ‘The prayer of a person living right with God is something powerful to be reckoned with.’ Prayer is something worth taking ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Experiencing God's Personal Touch SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
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    A personal encounter with God can transform our lives, bringing positive change and fulfilling our deepest expectations. Just as God visited Sarah, He can also visit us, altering our circumstances for the better.

    Divine visitation occurs when God, in His mercy, chooses to pay a visit to humanity. It is a time when heaven and earth collaborate, resulting in supernatural manifestations and the fulfillment of past promises and prophecies. Divine visitation brings about restoration, salvation, fruitfulness, ...read more

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    Embracing God's Grace In Difficult Times SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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    We often struggle to see beyond our immediate challenges, yet Nahum was able to perceive something greater. His deep understanding of God's Grace allowed him to see beyond his immediate circumstances and emotions.

    I want to focus on the powerful message found in the first four words of Nahum 1:7: "The Lord is good." Although the book of Nahum can be challenging to read and preach from, it is important to note that the minor prophets' messages are just as significant as those of the major prophets. The book ...read more

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    Appreciation PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 4, 2023
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     | 2,579 views

    To inspire a deep sense of gratitude for God's character, the gift of life He has given us, and His ceaseless provision and protection, and to encourage us to express this gratitude through constant rejoicing, prayer, and thanksgiving in all circumstances.

    Good morning, family. Today, we are gathered here to reflect on the awe-inspiring nature of our God and His immeasurable kindness to us. We want to delve into an attitude of sincere appreciation for who God is, gratitude for the gift of life He has given us, and thankfulness for His ceaseless ...read more

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    Abraham - The Father Of Hearing Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 2, 2022
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    How do we hear from the LORD. This sermon focuses on the life of Abraham and how he was able to hear God and then obey God.

    Scripture: John 10:1-5; Genesis 12:1-9 Theme: Hearing God’s Voice Title: Abraham – The Father of Hearing INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! Over the next few weeks I would like for us to go on a little adventure together. It is an adventure that focuses on ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    How The Holy Spirit Can Lead You As He Led Abraham

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 10,825 views

    The Holy Spirit gave Abraham great hope, buoyant expectations and an upbeat attitude about God’s will for His life, regardless of the outward circumstances. The Bible says, "Abraham was waiting expectantly and confidently as he looked forward to the city

    How the Holy Spirit Will Lead You as He Led Abraham (Gen 15:1-20) Illustration: Into the shell of an oyster a tiny grain of sand finds its way. "The intruder, though microscopic, is a source of irritation and pain to the soft body of the oyster. Unable to rid itself of the unwelcome pebble, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joseph; An Undying Faith Series

    Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 9, 2008
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     | 13,291 views

    Series through the Eleventh chapter of Hebrews. Joseph never lost faith in the promises of God. He believed God and followed Him no matter the circumstances and no matter what the personal cost was to him. He truly had an undying faith.

    Letting Your Faith do the Walking Part IX Joseph’s Faith; An Undying Faith Pm service August 10th 2008 Hebrews 11:22 Introduction We have come to part nine in our series “letting your faith do the walking”, and we are walking through the eleventh chapter of the book of Hebrews. Tonight we will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Submission: The Power Of A Tender Heart Series

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Feb 10, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,834 views

    Don’t let American society fool you. Godly submission is a very, very powerful thing. If you are able to apply this concept to your life. You will be able to live well, whatever your life’s circumstance.

    Note to Reader: This is the second part of the topic of submission. For the first part, see the sermon - Submission: The Dilemma Of Submission. As we move into chapter 3 this morning we find the Apostle Peter continuing his thoughts on living a Godly life in the midst of difficult ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Marks Of Maturity: A Leadership Checklist Series

    Contributed by Larry Osborne on Jun 13, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,117 views

    Spiritual growth and maturity is often accelerated under difficult circumstances. In Paul’s letter to the Thessalonians (see 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10), he describes what spiritual growth looks like in the midst of “severe suffering.”

    1 Timothy: Doing Church God’s Way North Coast Church Message #4 July 29-30, 2006 Dr. Larry Osborne The Marks of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Source Of Joy Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 26, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,345 views

    Most of us would say that we are joyful when something good happens to us or someone we love. But the source of our joy does not come from circumstances. Learn where the real sources of joy come from.

    Where does joy come from? Probably most of us would say that we are joyful when something good happens to us or someone we love. That would be a mistake. The source of our joy does not come from circumstances. Such thinking results in up and down Christians - dependant on the whims of the moment ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Amram & Jochebed: Bringing Up Godly Children Series

    Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jan 18, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 10,744 views

    In some circumstances, raising children can become a conflict-ridden roller coaster ride. Although we don’t know much about them, Moses’ parents did something right! (Based on a book by Bob Russell)

    Sermon Notes Amram & Jochebed: Bringing up Godly Children Exodus 2 (Fifth in the series Marriage by the Book) Introduction: Which of these two statements are true? “Children are a great blessing to marriage.” “Children put a great deal of pressure on marriage.” Of course, both are true. Kids ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What's So Great About Gratefulness?

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Dec 1, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
     | 16,611 views

    When we choose to give thanks to God in all circumstances, we reap the benefits of God’s blessings. The hearer will understand WHY he/she should give thanks to God and be motivated to develop the discipline of grateful living.

    INTRO In “The Hiding Place”, Dutch woman Corrie ten Boom wrote of her family’s experience undergoing the trial of concentration camps under the Third Reich in World War II. Though not Jews themselves, she, her father, and her sister, Betsie, were sent to a series of prison camps for harboring Jews ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational