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  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Be Still And Know That God Is God Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2014
    based on 10 ratings
     | 32,377 views

    All of us need to take a little more time each day to be still don’t we? We need to avoid getting so caught up in our own agenda that we force God out of the way.

    Do you have a list of goals you would like to achieve this year? Can you tell me something that is on that list? We all have lists of things we would like to do this year, this month, this week, maybe you even have something you would like to do today. I have a list of goals, things I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God

    Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jun 27, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 6,814 views

    The Who,The What and The Where of God

    For Years I have listened to the people of the world belittle, deny, criticize, curse and Blaspheme the Name of God. At one time I was just as guilty of that as the next fella. Until one day when Salvation came into my life and I began my journey to understanding who and what God was. I felt so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Strength And Comfort In Times Of Sorrow

    Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Oct 4, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,790 views

    In this Sermon, we explore the essence of comfort and strength in times of sorrow. Discover how to provide solace and support, strengthening the bonds of our faith community.

    Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in faith, may the boundless grace and peace of our Lord be upon each and every one of you as we gather today in this solemn prayer meeting of condolence. In this sacred assembly, our hearts are heavy with grief, and our souls yearn for the soothing embrace of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our God Is An Awesome God

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Sep 10, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,302 views

    Let go of the negative and get in touch with the positive God we worship.

    Our God…is an Awesome God Montreal- Vendee weekend August 21, 2004 As we look around our world, and lives, we see people who have and people who do not have. We see healthy and unhealthy. We see good and we see bad. We see energetic and unenergetic. As we look around, we draw conclusions about our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Man Of God And The Word Of God.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 29, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,979 views

    Scripture, and the preaching of the Word.

    THE MAN OF GOD AND THE WORD OF GOD. 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 4:1-8, 2 Timothy 4:16-18. 2 TIMOTHY 3:14. Timothy is encouraged to continue (to remain, to abide) in the things which he has learned: things about which he has “felt sure belief.” After all, he knows from whom he has learned them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    All Things In Common

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 1, 2008
     | 4,727 views

    The pressures of persecution brought the early Church closer together and closer to God. If we allow the pressures of our life to be redeemed by God then they will draw us closer as well!

    All Things In Common, Acts 2:38-47 Introduction It happened at the noonday luncheon of the local Rotary. The dishes had been cleared away, and the meeting had been called to order. After the reception of new members and the introduction of visitors, the chairman asked who of those present ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Unleashing Your Potential For Increase Series

    Contributed by Bishop Emma Omon on Mar 29, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 23,564 views

    God's plan for you is Increase! Drawing lessons from the Parable of Talents, this teaching will guide you on how to unleash your God-given talents and resources for increase.

    UNLEASHING YOUR POTENTIAL FOR INCREASE “Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain” – John 12:24. The potential of a grain of wheat to produce and multiply is released when the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Jesus In The Wilderness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 11, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 867 views

    This sermon explores drawing closer to God through repentance, personal growth during trials, and recognizing God's presence in our lives, using the baptism of Jesus as a guide.

    Welcome, dear friends, to another treasured time together in the presence of our Lord. We gather here today, united in spirit, ready to receive the divine wisdom that is so generously poured out from the pages of our beloved Scriptures. I am reminded of the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who ...read more

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    Why Give Thanks PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 8, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 339 views

    True gratitude transforms our lives, drawing us closer to Jesus, deepening our healing, and opening our hearts to God’s ongoing blessing and presence.

    Some of us walked in today with full calendars and thin reserves. Bills on the table, worries in the heart, a sigh that sits a little too close to the surface. We could use a fresh breath of grace. We could use the reminder that God isn’t just good to us; He is near to us. Near on the mountaintop. ...read more

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    Walking With God

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Nov 6, 2025
     | 348 views

    In this chapter of genealogies, Enoch stood out because of his friendship with God. He walked with God so closely that he didn’t even experience death.

    Title: Walking with God Text: Genesis 5:18–24 (NASB95) CIT: In this chapter of genealogies, Enoch stood out because of his friendship with God. Proposition: Enoch walked with God so closely that he didn’t even experience death. Unifying Word: Walk Major Objective: Devotional and Consecrative ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Glory On Display

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 12, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,735 views

    Both the powerful and the powerless were wrong in their expectation, yet God had a plan and Jesus knew His agenda. In this text, Jesus sets the record straight. His only desire what that God might be glorified.

    Now in the Gospel of St. John, the signs are over, the parables are finish and Jesus begins speaking in plain language. The shouts of the Triumph entry are quiet, and a banquet has been prepared. The setting of the text is a beautiful banquet prepared in Jesus’ honor. We are back in Bethany, just ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Power Of Faith And Conviction

    Contributed by Rakesh Sharma on Oct 25, 2024
     | 1,052 views

    In today's sermon, we will explore the profound connection between faith and conviction, drawing inspiration from Hebrews 11 and the examples of biblical heroes.

    >> Opening Bible Verse Hebrews 11:1-40 ESV "Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen. For by it the people of old received their commendation..." >> Opening Illustration Consider the story of Dashart Manji, a man from Gaya who ran ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    But God! Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Mar 16, 2026
     | 26 views

    God made us alive even when we were dead in our sins.

    Ephesians: Finding our Identity in Christ Ephesians 2:1-10 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 3-08-2026 Present but not Voting The philosopher Jeremy Bentham left a vast sum of money to a hospital in London. He had but one stipulation - he had to be present for the hospital ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The God Of The Mountain Is Still God In The Valley

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Jun 3, 2005
    based on 108 ratings
     | 179,323 views

    EVery Christian will go through a valley of one sort or another But God is There with us>

    “The God Of the Mountain Is Still God In The Valley” 1Kings 20:23-27. Intro: Have you ever faced a valley before? Where it seemed that you were out numbered, surrounded, and were completely and totally helpless. .This is how Israel felt this day. The tear before Ben hadad had brought 32 kings and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Purpose, God's Plan And God's Promise PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,064 views

    Explore and understand Jeremiah 29:11, focusing on how God's promise in this verse applies to and shapes His purpose and plan for our family units.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're going to take a closer look at Jeremiah 29:11 and what it tells us about God's purpose, plan, and promise for the family unit. You know, there's a beautiful quote from Billy Graham that says, "A Christian has tremendous responsibilities to his own family. He or ...read more

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