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    God Is With You PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 954 views

    God is our Creator, He is always with us, and we are invited into His presence.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. Today, we're going to dive deep into a very profound passage in the book of John, one that solidifies three fundamental truths: God is our Creator, God is with us, and we are invited to live in God's presence. As the renowned Christian author, A.W. Tower, once ...read more

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    God’s Perfect Instructions

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022
     | 2,259 views

    Most of us have had to stop and ask for directions as we traveled from one place to another.

    And have you noticed some people are better at giving directions than others? Illus: A helicopter was in a storm flying around above Seattle, when an electrical malfunction disabled all of the aircraft's electronic navigation and communications equipment. Due to the clouds and haze, the pilot ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Which God Is Your God?

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Jul 21, 2020
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    There is a quality in humankind that propels us to worship a god. Everyone worships something. The question is what god are you worshiping?

    There is a quality in humankind that propels us to worship a god. There is something in us that causes us to worship something or someone. Even the most primitive people from the beginning of time felt a need to worship a tree, a flower, a star, the sun, or anything else. We hear some people ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Love Of God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 10, 2024
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     | 826 views

    Explores God's everlasting love, His victory over death, and His promise of deliverance, emphasizing His constant presence and guidance in our lives.

    Greetings, beloved congregation, I stand before you today, not as a preacher, but as a fellow traveler, walking hand in hand with each of you on the path that leads us to our Heavenly Father. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not alone, for our God is with us, and He is guiding ...read more

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    God`s Precious Love

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on May 5, 2017
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    AS RESSURECTION SUNDAY APPROACHES A RELEVANT QUESTION FOR THE BODY OF CHRIST IS DO WE REALLY KNOW HOW MUCH GOD REALLY LOVES US

    John 1:1 (NASB) 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. John 1:14 (NASB) 14 And the Word became flesh, and dwelt among us, and we saw His glory, glory as of the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth. VERY BRIEFLY WITH THE HELP OF THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Eternal Team

    Contributed by Andrew Hoskins on Oct 4, 2025
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    How many of you truly desire for the Kingdom of God to grow in a powerful way? How many of you would like to see this church grow in the Lordship of Christ, grow in strength, grow in unity, grow in ministry, and grow in the Word?

    God’s Eternal Team Introduction How many of you truly desire for the Kingdom of God to grow in a powerful way? How many of you would like to see this church grow in the Lordship of Christ, grow in strength, grow in unity, grow in ministry, and grow in the Word? How many of you would like to see ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can We Show The Lord We Love Him In ______ ? (New Year Sermon)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 19, 2022
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    As we take a close look at this text, we see a picture of the Lord and the twelve disciples gathered for their Passover supper.

    The disciples had the question of who was the greatest among them on their minds, but Jesus had something entirely different on His mind. He was thinking of the one that would BETRAY HIM! One of the most painful experiences in life is to be betrayed by someone we love. • We all know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Can We Show The Lord We Love Him ?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 16, 2021
     | 1,299 views

    As we take a close look at this text, we see a picture of the Lord and the twelve disciples gathered for their Passover supper.

    The disciples had the question of who was the greatest among them on their minds, but Jesus had something entirely different on His mind. He was thinking of the one that would BETRAY HIM! One of the most painful experiences in life is to be betrayed by someone we love. • We all know the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wounds Of God

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 9, 2015
     | 6,798 views

    A message that explores the Suffering Servant as described in Isaiah 53.

    The Wounds of God - March 8, 2015 - Isaiah 53 Do you ever feel you're just scraping by in this life? I don’t just mean financially, although that is an issue as well. But scraping by…because of our wounds. Because of being paralyzed by our fears. We’re racked with doubts about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Fat” Is Where It’s At

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Aug 19, 2019
     | 9,352 views

    We need to feast on the Word of God much more than we do.

    “Fat” is where it’s at! The state of Missouri is known as the “Show Me” state. The phrase, “Show Me,” was coined in 1899 by then Congressman Willard Duncan Vandiver while delivering a speech in Philadelphia. “I come from a state,” he said, “that raises corn and cotton, and cockleburs and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Of Miracles

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 3, 2025
     | 309 views

    The God we serve is still in the business of doing miracles. He is not limited by time, space, or resources.

    GOD OF MIRACLES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 15:11 Supporting Texts: Luke 1:37, John 11:40, Jeremiah 32:27, Acts 3:1–10, Mark 9:23 INTRODUCTION: A miracle is a supernatural intervention of God in the affairs of men, defying human reasoning and natural laws. It is the expression of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Passion For God

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 14, 2025
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    Passion for God is that inner fire, hunger, and thirst that drives a believer to seek God above all else. It is the longing of the soul to be with the Father, to know Him more, and to serve Him wholeheartedly.

    PASSION FOR GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 42:1-2 "As the hart panteth after the water brooks, so panteth my soul after thee, O God. My soul thirsteth for God, for the living God: when shall I come and appear before God?" Supporting Texts: Philippians 3:10; Matthew 22:37; ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Robbing God Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jun 25, 2018
     | 6,168 views

    Message 10 in our journey with Joshua into the Promised Land. This message deals with the aftermath of Jericho and the defeat by Ai.

    Joshua Series #10 The Amazing Race to Rest & Reward “Robbing God”” Review The book of Joshua is all about the fulfillment or realization of a promise made to Abraham hundreds of years previous. The journey up to this point in time is the subject of the first five books of the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Favor Of God: God And Mary

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 14,716 views

    Showing how Mary received the favor of God

    Title: The Favor of God Theme: Text: Luke 1:26-38 Luke 1:26 ¶ And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God unto a city of Galilee, named Nazareth, 27 To a virgin espoused (engaged) to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    God’s Orchestration Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 14, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,125 views

    It may seem like Jesus, Mary, and Joseph were at the mercy of innkeepers and emperors, but, in retrospect, the birth of Jesus amplifies God’s control and involvement in the entire matter. God is strong and in control.

    God’s Orchestration of Christmas (Luke 2:1-7) 1. This story broke this week from the United Kingdom: " LONDON (Reuters) – Gone are the days of shepherds in tea towels and tinsel-clad angels. Britain’s competitive parents are forking out on luxury pashmina shawls and velour dressing gowns to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible