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  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Relating To God Through Spiritual Gifts Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Sep 20, 2007
     | 3,306 views

    Using the gifts God has given us can draw us closer to Him.

    How to have a personal Relationship with Jesus Christ August 19, 2007 Relating to God through Spiritual Gifts Introduction: Over the past few months we’ve been doing this series called. “How To Have a Personal Relationship With Jesus.” We’ve looked at how to start the relationship; how to talk to ...read more

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    Open Doors

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 29, 2024
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     | 1,081 views

    God opens and closes doors daily and annually. With the New Year come open doors of opportunity.

    Open Doors 1 Corinthians 16:5-9 1. Alexander Graham Bell: “When one door closes, another opens; but we often look so long and so regretfully upon the closed door that we do not see the one which has opened for us.” We must look for it. We don’t always recognize it. [Far Side Push-Pull 2. As we end ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Complexities And Simplicities Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 8, 2015
     | 4,061 views

    We are all trying to navigate through life putting God first. God encourages us to embrace a curriculum of wisdom. Wisdom will guide us through the complexities of uncertainty about what to do and the clarity to do what we should do.

    The Complexities and Simplicities of Wisdom (Proverbs 23:9-12) 1. A businessman on his deathbed called his good friend and said, "Luigi, I want you to promise me that when I die you will have my remains cremated." "And what," his friend asked, "do you want me to do with your ashes?" The ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Walking With God

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 12, 2021
     | 6,190 views

    I love reading of the heroes of faith that walked with God and He did amazing things through them. Enoch walked with God and we can learn to walk with him also.

    Walking with God Prayer- Good morning I have to tell you I am ready to hear from the Lord! Amen? I come to every service with this attitude… what do you want to say to me today Lord. I come with an expectation that He will speak to us. I believe it is His desire to speak and is not unusual for ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Spirit And Unity With God Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 3, 2005
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     | 3,308 views

    We were created to join in the dance of unity with the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The Spirit draws us back into the dance.

    Knowing the Holy Spirit May 1, 2005 The Spirit and Union (Baptism in the Spirit) Do you remember a few weeks ago we were trying to find an image, a metaphor for the trinity that goes beyond an fills out the images of the egg, or the shamrock, or fire? And we rediscovered this ancient word ...read more

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    Call On God For Wisdom Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 28, 2023
     | 1,372 views

    The story of Jeroboam and Rehoboam teaches us the importance of wisdom, and we can draw many applicable conclusions from their stories.

    Note: This sermon is by Daniel Kirkendall, our Associate Minister. Call on God for Wisdom 1 Kings 12:1-29 In this text we see the division of the kingdom of Israel following the death of Solomon, and the events that led to the division. Jeroboam became the first king of the northern kingdom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Channels Of God’s Grace

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018
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     | 10,080 views

    WHEN WE GET UP IN THE MORNING, WE EXPECT THE DAY TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY. THIS MESSAGE DRAWS ATTENTION TO THE FACT THAT THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS "JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY" AND WE COULD BE CALLED INTO GOD'S PRESENCE AT ANY TIME.

    CHANNELS OF GOD’S GRACE 1 PETER 4:1-11 EVERY DAY IS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY LAST SUNDAY IN SUTHERLAND SPRINGS, TEXAS. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ANOTHER ORDINARY DAY AT A COUNTRY CONCERT IN LOS VEGAS. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE JUST ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Closing In On The Cross Of Jesus Christ - Part 8: Victory Belongs To The Lord! Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 26, 2023
     | 1,742 views

    Here God shows us... 1. The hateful plot against the Lord (vs. 1-2). 2. The heavenly plan of God (vs. 1-2). 3. The hopeless pain of a life without God (vs. 3-5). 4. The hopeful proof of God's Word (vs. 6-10).

    Closing in on the Cross of Jesus Christ Part 8: Victory Belongs to the Lord! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 27:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared April 26, 2023) MESSAGE: *Here in God's Word we are very close to the cross of Jesus Christ. Lord willing, next time we will see the Lord's ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Key To Intimacy With God

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 12, 2021
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     | 6,607 views

    How do we stay close to God? How do we develop a more intimate relationship with Him?

    The Key to Intimacy with God 1 Thessalonians 5:14-17 Introduction: The importance of this letter and its companion from Paul cannot be over overstated. We do not know for certain that the Apostle was ever able to visit them personally. He intended for it to be read by the churches and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Coffee With God

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,094 views

    Regular, deliberate seeking of God’s presence will result in a closeness with God that is far more intimate than most people believe we can have

    1. Title: Coffee With God 2. Text: Exodus 33 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 10. 2005 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand the nature of our relationship with God and how we can make it grow through prayer -for the people to feel a longing for God’s closeness ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Right For God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 22, 2023
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     | 1,308 views

    This sermon encourages steadfast faith, patience, and vigilance in waiting for the Lord's return, drawing inspiration from Mark 13:24-37. Key

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you today, in this sacred space where we join our hearts and minds together in worship. We are here to draw near to God, to seek His face, and to listen intently to His Word. Today, we will be turning our attention to a ...read more

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    God’s Amazing Prophetic Power

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2012
     | 5,405 views

    There are few passages of Scripture that open the door on God’s incredible prophetic power than Daniel 11. Don’t close your eyes to this amazing passage.

    Passage: Daniel 11:2-20 Intro: No wonder Daniel was sick for three weeks when he saw this vision! 1. here he was, eager to see his nation of Israel restored to God’s favor. 2. instead, this vision presents them as a battleground between two warring empires, then the victims of terrible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Magnetic Love

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Feb 27, 2004
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     | 6,357 views

    The love that Christ has for every person has the power to draw them into a deeper relationship with Him

    Magnetic Love Selected Passages February 15, 2004 Introduction When I was little I can remember standing in front of the church I grew up in and singing Jesus Loves Me during the VBS program. We had worked all week at learning that song and now we were sharing it with everyone at the program. How ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Cm3 - Warning Not To Tamper With The Book, And Closing Prayers Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2019
     | 3,664 views

    These are the last words of the New Testament—the apostle John did not know that he was closing the canon of Scripture. If he had known, he could not have closed it more appropriately.

    Tom Lowe 3/12/18 Book of Revelation Commentary Topic # C.M.: CONCLUDING MATERIAL (22:6-21) Lesson: C.M.3: Warning Not to Tamper With the Book, and Closing Prayers (22:18-21) Scripture (Rev. 22:18-21; KJV) 18 For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Some Got Close - But They Didn't Get In

    Contributed by Ralph Coleman on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,712 views

    Those that think they areon their way to heaven, but are not.

    WHY SOME GOT CLOSE - BUT THEY DIDN’T GET IN Numbers 14:26-30 Many times in life - people have set goals that they would like to achieve – but for some un-forseen reason - be it comes through you - or some other source - these goals become a distant dream. We have our eyes on the prize – but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist