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  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    The Secret Of Happiness Series

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,631 views

    How do we find happiness? Paul gives us some fantastically good advice! For the non-formulaic (that’s me!) this is as close to a formula as you get!

    The secret of happiness. Phil 4:4-9 WBC 19.03.06am Well- another fantastic passage this morning. Tonight is ’the secret of contentment"- which is slightly different - and I don’t want to be a hypocrite, this morning. I’m not saying this is something I’ve got sussed. Sometimes I’m a good example of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Time Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,040 views

    There is a huge difference between an encounter and a Close Encounter. In this 4 part series, learn the ingredients that are necessary to have a Close Encounter with God. You will be challenged by this series.

    “Close Encounters” Pt. 3 - The Time Review – You are going to get sick of this, but I want to make sure that you not only know it by memory but you know it by heart. Our mandate is simply to Encounter, Equip, and Engage. We illustrate this by Hands Up, Hands Open, Hands Out. We will do nothing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Sermon # 36- Privileges Of A Child Of God Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jul 16, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 398 views

    The greatest privilege to anyone who puts their faith is Jesus is that we become sons and daughters of the Most High God. As children of God we approach God with the confidence that we can pray to Him and draw near to Him knowing that He is merciful and gracious to us.

    Today’s meditation is based on Galatians 3:26, “It is through faith that all of you are God's children in union with Christ Jesus.” (GNB) The above mentioned verse explains to us that everyone who has put their faith in Jesus Christ are children of God. We have the blessed privilege of being ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Discerning The Voice Of God Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 25, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,097 views

    In order to hear the voice of God we must have the right: 1) Closeness (1 Samuel 3:1-6), 2) Confirmation (1 Samuel 3:7-9), 3) Center of attention (1 Samuel 3:10-15), and finally: 4) Compliance (1 Samuel 3:16-20)

    On Thursday, Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad spoke at the United Nations in New York returning to his usual cursing Israel, and threatening it with extinction. Indeed, his hatred is obsessional, and dominates his view of the entire world. He even went so far as to blame America for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Don't Lead Them Away From Jesus

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 22, 2019
     | 2,884 views

    Whatever you eat or don't eat, drink or don't drink is not a standard for others to go by in the Kingdom of God. Don't let your meat and drink lead others away from Jesus. Let your life draw many unto Jesus always

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *DON'T LEAD THEM AWAY FROM JESUS* Romans 14:13-19 King James Version (KJV) 13 Let us not therefore judge one another any more: but judge this rather, that no man put a stumblingblock or an occasion to fall in his brother's ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Infinite, Immense And Goodness Of God Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 24, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,752 views

    While comprehending the ineffable is a task beyond human ability, through the Spirit of God our souls who yearn for Him can be close to Him. This first part of this series will look at the infinity, immensity and goodness of God.

    ATTRIBUTES OF GOD PART1: INFINITE, IMMENSE, GOOD Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Lord how great is our dilemma, in thy presence silence best becomes us but love inflames our hearts and constrains us to speak. Were we to hold our peace the stones would cry out, yet if ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Armor Of God In The Last Days

    Contributed by Richard Wafford on Apr 15, 2022
     | 2,425 views

    When evil closes in on Christian's everywhere we are going to need to be fully armed with the armor of God's truth. To abide in Christ as the vine is to be able to stand firm in the midst of chaos and wickedness.

    Crucial is The Armor of God in the Last Days Scripture: Ephesians 6:10–13 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unity, Worship And Relying On God In Hard Times.

    Contributed by Hannah Pinkstone on Dec 16, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,966 views

    in hard times bring Christians close to share with you and intercede for you. worship from beginning to end and always trust God’s way! speak the name of Jesus in the face of the enemy!!

    You know how you can get excited about something, so much that when you try to tell people all about it, it just comes out as over excitement?!?!?! Well, I’m excited about this chapter, it’s really cool. So I’ve tried my best to make this part a ’preach’ that’s will be understood, and that it will ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Prayer Of Jabez

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 28, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,581 views

    Using the Prayer of Jabez as a means of drawing closer to God

    Drawing Closer to God The Prayer of Jabez 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 For the past few weeks we’ve been looking at the Lord’s Prayer as a prayer to help us move closer to God and experience His grace and power. As I’ve said, most of us struggle with experiencing that power and presence of God. So, It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing Can Separate You From God’s Love

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 28, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,127 views

    1. Receiving Jesus brings freedom from condemnation. 2 Being close to God means surrendering control to our loving Father 3. Being a part of God’s family means we are blessed when we face difficulty.

    Sunday 17 May 2009 ASHINGDON PM “Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.” (Nothing Can Separate You from God’s Love) Romans 8:1-8:39 ----- I’ve been wrestling with what the Lord has given me for you for a couple of days. In my personal devotions this week I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Resolutions Gleaned From The Red Sea Rescue

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Dec 31, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,467 views

    This sermon draws some New Years resolutions from God’s rescue of Israel from the Egyptians at the Red Sea.

    Resolutions Gleaned From The Red Sea Rescue Text: Ex.14: 13-15 Intro: Here we are facing the beginning of a new year. Who knows what 2009 will bring. It’s anyone’s guess, for no one can foresee the events of tomorrow. It is as the Scriptures tells us: Prov.27: 1 “Boast not thyself of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From St. Patrick

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 16,747 views

    Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to God. He also taught us that we have to follow the call of God because it wi

    Lessons from St. Patrick Opening Illustration: Video of Ireland played with Celtic worship in the background. Thesis: Patrick role modeled for the Christian community what it means to be a hero of the faith. His attitude in life showed us how to over come in this world. The key was draw closer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Depth And Stability In Christ

    Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,487 views

    . What is at stake is our walk in faith and draw closer to God.

    DEPTH AND STABILITY IN CHRIST Colossians 2:1-7 by Cesar Delgado Bulawan, Sorsogon October 22, 2005 INTRODUCTION We lives in a dangerous times- now. It is predicted in the bible. 1. War and conflict in every side – Matt. 24:6 2. Encounter among leaders of nations – Luke14:31 3. Man becomes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Andrew Dixon avatar

    Sermon # 44 - God Is Mindful Of Us Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 24, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 584 views

    Jonah sat outside the city of Nineveh in the blazing heat fuming against God, but God graciously appointed a plant to grow and give shade to Jonah. No matter what our situation is, let’s remember that God is mindful of us and He will never leave us nor forsake us.

    For our meditation let us look at Jonah 4:6, “Now the LORD God appointed a plant and made it come up over Jonah that it might be a shade over his head, to save him from his discomfort. So Jonah was exceedingly glad because of the plant.” (ESV) God gave Jonah a task to go and preach against ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    How To Be A Wise Guy (Or Gal) Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 5, 2019
     | 11,843 views

    To be wise in God’s eyes, let’s revere and draw near in the new year.

    How to Be a Wise Guy Proverbs 1:1-7 Rev. Brian Bill January 5-6, 2019 The weekend between Christmas and the New Year is often difficult for churches to navigate. One church I know cancels services the last weekend of the year and instead encourages its members to have “Church in My Jammies” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist