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  • hannah pinkstone avatar

    God's Presence - Seeking God For Himself.

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Dec 13, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 17,900 views

    God wants us to spend time with him. But do we want to spend time with him? How can we? why should we? Do we come to God on his terms or ours?

    I once told a friend that all I wanted was to be happy in God’s presence. And I guess what I’m saying this morning is as a result of the reply I received. Because I was reminded, that I shouldn’t seek God for my own happiness, I should seek him for himself. Seeking God for himself. (But what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Margin Of Grace

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 23, 2023
     | 1,224 views

    The reason God has given us a margin of grace is so that we might reconsider and draw near to him, not to remove the consequences of staying at arms length.

    Nearly a quarter-century after most of the world signed a convention outlawing the use of antipersonnel landmines, the number of people being killed or maimed by these insidious and lethal weapons remains high—and rising. The Landmine Monitor for 2021, released on November 10, reported 7,073 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The God Moment Of Holy Attraction Series

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Feb 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,708 views

    THIS MESSAE IS ABOUT THOSE SPECIAL MOMENTS IN OUR LIVES WHICH WE RECOGNIZE ARE FROM GOD AND DRAW US APART FROM THE CONCERNS OF THE WORLD AND CLOSER TO HIM

    THE GOD MOMENT OF HOLY ATTRACTION LUKE 15:11-32 INTRODUCTION: I’VE BEEN TRYING OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS TO INTRODUCE YOU TO AN UNDERSTANDING OF SOME OF THE MANY WAYS THAT GOD HAS BEEN RADICALLY EFFECTING YOUR LIVES. THEY ARE CALLED GOD MOMENTS. THESE ARE MOMENTS WHEN GOD INTERVENES IN YOUR ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Fully Lifting Up Christ?

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jun 9, 2024
     | 564 views

    Jesus tells us that if He be lifted up, He will draw all men up to Him.

    Are You Fully Lifting Up Christ? by Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Do you believe God has your back? 1. Really, do you believe He has your back? 2. Can you think of a time when you knew that only He could help and He did? 3. Were you willing to tell others or were you be too uncomfortable to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Apostles' Creed: Jesus, Christ, Son, Lord Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 14, 2019
     | 3,232 views

    A close look at the meaning and message of Jesus Christ, the Son, the Lord

    APOSTLES’ CREED: Jesus, Christ, Son, Lord ***I began with a video of a Jesus dashboard bobblehead. You could use some pictures of Jesus, tattoos, or other cultural images of Jesus**** Who or what is Jesus? For some, he is a figurehead, a good luck charm, a cultural icon. For others, he is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Conduct That Pleases God

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 15, 2013
     | 4,753 views

    This portion of Scripture strongly encourages Christians to live lives of unceasing prayer, praise, and practical sanctification. God pleasing, Bible based conduct draws us closer to God and to each other.

    CONDUCT THAT PLEASES GOD TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 (KJV), “1 Furthermore then we beseech you, brethren, and exhort you by the Lord Jesus, that as ye have received of us how ye ought to walk and to please God, so ye would abound more and more. 2 For ye know what commandments we gave you by ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Let God Be Judge Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 7, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,322 views

    One of the characteristics of a worldly minded Christian is a judgmental spirit. This sermon draws a distinction between speaking the truth about sin, and lifting ourselves up as the judge over other people's behavior.

    If you have ever seen a court proceeding in England, you will have noticed that British judges and lawyers still wear Victorian era wigs at certain times in the proceedings. Most important, a judge will put on a long white wig prior to announcing the verdict to a defendant. There is a reason for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding The Our Story In God’s Story

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 27, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,643 views

    The following sermon is going to refer to many biblical stories to help you locate your identity in the Biblical narrative of God’s word so that we might draw nearer, become more like, and yearn to personify Christ’s holiness!

    Finding the Our Story in God’s Story Online Sermon: https://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons/ Who doesn’t like a really good story? If done well they masterfully invite us to “live” the life of others and often provoke a rainbow of intense feelings such as happiness, joy, exhilaration, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,989 views

    I encourage you to examine your spiritual vision. Are your eyes open to God's vision for your life? Are you following Him down the road of discipleship? May we all open our eyes to see the wonderful truths God has prepared for us.

    "Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes" Today, we delve into a thought-provoking topic: "Visionary View: You Can't See Through Closed Eyes." It's a simple yet profound truth - if we want to see God's vision for our lives, we must open our eyes, both ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The History Of Creation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 11, 2015
     | 6,762 views

    God got close when He made humanity, close enough to breathe life into us. That's how close He wants to stay.

    The Gospel According to Genesis - Part 2 of a 4-Part Series - “The History of Creation” January 11, 2015 God said to Adam, "I am going to make you a helper, a companion. What would you like your companion to be like?" Adam replied, "Well I want someone that is humorous, witty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Grow Closer To God

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 10, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 27,498 views

    1. Choose to be friends with Christ (vs. 4-5). 2. Humble your heart before God (vs. 6-7a & 10). 3. Move toward the Master (vs. 8). 4. Complete your cleansing (vs. 8-9). 5. Trust God for your triumph (vs. 6-10).

    How to Grow Closer to God James 4:4-10 (Read vs. 1-10) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 22, 2015 *Nothing is standing still in this world. You may think you're still, but every moment of every day, we are on a planet spinning at over 1,000 mph. On top of that we are racing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Cockroft avatar

    Desire For Other Things Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 194 ratings
     | 66,686 views

    Standing in the storms requires a commitment and desire for a close relationship, mant have a desire for other things

    Standing In the Storm #5 Desire for "Other things" The girl knelt in the confessional and said, "Bless me, Father, for I have sinned." "What is it, child?" "Father, I have committed the sin of vanity. Twice a day I gaze at myself in the mirror and tell myself how beautiful I am." The priest ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Submitting To God's Will Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 4, 2023
     | 2,643 views

    True religion submits to God’s will for our lives.

    INTRODUCTION • How willing are you to follow the lead and direction of another person? • Many of us would say it depends on who the other person is and whether they are or someone we trust and respect. • Let's say the person in question is someone you trust and respect. • Are you willing to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    Take A Walk With God

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Sep 17, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,978 views

    God calls you to walk with Him and draw closer to him. When you walk with God you will receive spiritual treasures. There are incredible blessings that come to both you and to God when you take time to walk with God.

    Take a Walk with God Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. - James 4:8 How close are you to God? Are you as close as you want to be? For know that God is willing to get close to you if you are willing to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “counsel Concerning Wisdom That Is True” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 27, 2015
     | 5,275 views

    James draws a contrast between true and false wisdom.

    Wisdom was an important thing to the Jewish people. They realized it was not enough to have knowledge; you had to also have wisdom to be able to use the knowledge correctly. All of us know people who are very intelligent, perhaps almost geniuses, and yet, seemingly are unable to carry out the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist