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  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "God’s Visitation Program”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 6, 2025
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    How can we live in such as way as Christ followers that God will be free to show up and show off in our lives and draw unbelievers to Christ?

    I want to talk with you about God’s visitation program. Now, when we think of a visitation program in church, we think of visiting someone to tell them about Jesus. But today, I want us to think about God visiting us to show Jesus to others. (READ TEXT) In verse 12, Peter mentions “the day God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hosting The Presence Of God Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 7, 2025
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    One of the marks of a godly leader is the desire to restore and prioritise the presence of God.

    HOSTING THE PRESENCE OF GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Samuel 6:1-23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 24:7-10, 1 Chronicles 15:13, Exodus 25:21-22, John 4:23-24, 2 Corinthians 6:16 INTRODUCTION: One of the marks of a godly leader is the desire to restore and prioritise the presence of God. In 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    What Made Us Different?

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 14, 2014
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    To show the two detailed differences we have from unbelievers: that GOD is near us and that GOD answers our prayers.

    I. EXORDIUM: What makes you different from an unbeliever? the LORD JESUS CHRIST II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the two detailed differences we have from unbelievers: that GOD is near us and that GOD answers our prayers. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 4:7 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Greatest Gift

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on Oct 5, 2008
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    The nearer we draw to the Lord, the greater will be our appreciation of His gifts

    GOD’S GREATEST GIFT Text: Mt. 1:20, "But while he thought on these things, behold, the angel of the Lord appeared unto him in a dream, saying, Joseph, thou son of David, fear not to take unto thee Mary thy wife: for that which is conceived in her is of the Holy Ghost." Intro: The gifts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Make Me A Donkey

    Contributed by Richard Stevens on Mar 20, 2018
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    I got the outline from a sermon preached by Dr. Joe Arthur, pastor of Harvest Baptist Tabernacle in Jonesboro, GA. preached at Sword of the Lord Conference at Gospel Light Baptist Church. The Donkey had to be BOUGHT, BROUGHT and BROKEN.

    Introduction - Luke 19:29-40 Bethphage and Bethany are across the valley from Jerusalem. It is only populated as people were preparing for a feast in the Temple. Like Madison/Mayodan/Stoneville/Eden before a Martinsville NASCAR race. Jesus is preparing for the “Triumphal Entry” into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Come On In!"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 14, 2002
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    The "Warning" signs that once stood in front of the Most Holy Place of God has been replaced with a "Welcome" mat now that Jesus has come to offer Himself as a sacrifice for our sins -- Come on in!

    Come On In Hebrews 10:19-25 Security is a huge topic of conversation today. Security has always been a concern for any society. Armies have protected the interests of their nation. Surveillance cameras have protected the interest of business owners. Security systems have protected the inhabitants ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peace Is An Inside Job PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 23, 2024
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    Explores how our dependence on God deepens during times of distress, emphasizing the essential nature of this reliance in all seasons of life.

    Gather round, dear friends, and lend your ears to the words that we are about to share today. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom and boundless love, has seen it fit to bring us together, to share in His word, to ...read more

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    One Prayer Closer To God

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 30, 2006
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    Effort to show that pursuit of closeness with God is the sure path to fullness of joy and can be helped by the use of the Psalms as a basis for prayer

    1. Title: One Prayer Closer To God 2. Text: Psalm 16 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd, April 3, 2005 -for the people to understand how the Psalms are prayers to be used in our prayers to God, and how this Psalm describes the close relationship we should be seeking with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Conscious Of Death

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 5, 2012
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    God in His Word expresses the need for man to be conscious of the fact he must one day die if Jesus tarries His coming. This is meant to have a positive affect on our lives if we grasp death from a biblical perspective.

    Conscious of Death Hebrews 9:23-28, Eccl. 9:4-5 Vs.27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment Mention: Genesis 5 The first obituary written since the history of this world Over 155,000 people die daily! A recent comment made by Billy Graham who is 93 years of age ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Coming Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 12, 2012
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     | 10,102 views

    In light of the fact that the kingdom is coming, what should we do? First, wake up. Second, dress up, put on the armor of light. Third, clean up, put away everything that pollutes and defiles. Fourth, we should grow up.

    ROMANS 13: 11-14 THE COMING KINGDOM [1 Thessalonians 5:1-11] This section refers to the climactic event to which all Christians eagerly look forward, the Second Coming of our Lord Jesus. This event is going to be as dramatic as the daily arrival of dawn and the resultant banishment of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Awaiting His Return. The End Is Near! All Aboard!

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 25, 2023
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    What will be the sign of HIS Coming? "As in the Days of Noah..." Noah heard the Words of GOD, obeyed HIS Commands and built the ARK before GOD's Judgment came upon the earth. Look around you. Are we not living in days similar to Noah? The end is near! Get Ready, Get aboard!

    2023.04.23.Sermon Notes. Awaiting His Return. Get everyone - All on board. William Akehurst, HSWC References: Matthew 24:37, Matthew 24:3-14; Matthew 24:36-44; Genesis 6:5-22; Genesis 7:1-23; Genesis 9:12-17; John 3:16-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:4-6; 1 Thessalonians 4:16-18; 2 Peter 2:5; 2 Peter 2:6; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What God Expects

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012
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     | 4,552 views

    God expects us to behave like the Redeemed of the Lord, not like a bunch of sinners.

    What God Expects August 30, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God expects us to behave like the Redeemed of the Lord, not like a bunch of sinners. Focus Passage: Matthew 22:34-40 Supplemental Passage: (Micah 6:8 NASB) He has told you, O man, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ronald Moore avatar

    Lifting Up Christ: Drawing All People To Him

    Contributed by Ronald Moore on Oct 24, 2023
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     | 1,186 views

    A reflection on John 12:31-32

    Today, we reflect upon a powerful and illuminating passage from the Gospel of John. In these verses, Jesus speaks of His impending crucifixion, and He reveals a profound truth that remains relevant for us today. Let us turn our hearts and minds to John 12:31-32, where Jesus says, "Now is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    In The Eyes Of God

    Contributed by Todd Stacey on Jan 15, 2010
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     | 4,033 views

    how we are seen by God

    How many times does satan cause you to feel unworthy of Gods love and affection? Often time he will remind us of the many mistakes that we have made and tells us that we are not good enough to go before God. How many times have you felt that you were not the child of God that you should be due to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    One More River To Cross

    Contributed by James May on May 2, 2010
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     | 21,450 views

    We will all face our Jordan River. The story of Israel's crossing will help us be prepared.

    One More River to Cross Sunday, May 02, 2010 – AM By Pastor James May There’s an old song that goes like this: I’ve had a lot troubles and trials in my little life span, When I’m standing alone and the battle gets hot I’m always doing the best I can, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible