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  • Gordon Weatherby avatar

    The Great Blessing Of Not Having Jesus With Us

    Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 6, 2013
     | 2,668 views

    We think how blessed it would have been to walk and talk with Jesus2,000 years ago. Jesus told his disciples that it would be better for him to go away than to stay. This message explores why it is a greater blessing to not have Jesus with us today. Th

    THE GREAT BLESSING OF NOT HAVING JESUS WITH US John 16:5-8 Dorn Ridge & York Manor June 24, 2012 INTRODUCTION: 1.) If you had the privilege of choosing what period of time you could live in, would you consider it a greater privilege to be alive now and in your present time, or when Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Poor Among Us

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 16, 2013
     | 4,256 views

    Sermon for the 5th Sunday in Lent, Year C 2013

    John 12: 1 - 8 / The Poor With Us Intro: A group of pastors were gathered for a stewardship conference. A presenter spoke about offering a gift directly to God. He pulled out a $100 bill from his wallet, set it on fire in an ashtray, and prayed, “Lord, I offer this gift to you, and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Essence Of Jesus With Us

    Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 25, 2023
     | 740 views

    Jesus said we would have a helper so that we always pleased the LORD.

    The Essence of Jesus with Us Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 14:15-24 John 14:15 “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. 16 “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may be with you forever; 17 that is the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Pray For Us

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 2, 2009
    based on 55 ratings
     | 12,095 views

    What are we to pray about? 1- Pray for the spreading of the message 2- Pray for the deliverance from evil people 3- Pray for the strengthening of God’s Spirit

    INTRO.- Prayer is the one of the great privileges that we have as Christians. People outside of Christ can only meditate, but we can talk to God, knowing He is there, listening, loving, etc. ILL.- A group of bats, hanging from the ceiling of a cave, discover a single bat STANDING upright below ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Special Servants: Deacons

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 6, 2003
    based on 127 ratings
     | 15,281 views

    Appointing Deacons reminds us of the challenges God has given to all of us to follow Christ closely and work for his cause.

    God’s Special Servants: Deacons I found this interesting illustration that is appropriate to today’s celebration of our new deacons… **Bruce Larson, in his book "Wind and Fire," points out some interesting facts about Sandhill Cranes: He says: These large birds, who fly great distances across ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A God Who Never Deserts Us

    Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Sep 23, 2015
    based on 11 ratings
     | 32,722 views

    This sermon is meant to reiterate that our God will never leave or forsake us.

    A GOD WHO NEVER DESERTS US INTRODUCTION – I wonder how many times you have been let down by someone? There are many people who promise us that they will stand by us, no matter what comes our way. They say, ‘Don’t worry, we’ll be right behind you’. However, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Plan To Use Your Gifts.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Dec 28, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,834 views

    Psalm 139 David knew where he was with God, he knew the thoughts of his Creator were beyond his understanding. Lets engage with him and do his will using the Gifts he has given us to fulfill the plan he has for us.

    Plan to use your gifts. Use your gifts to engage in God’s plan for you. Psalm 139 is a great Psalm, penned by David as he had this revelation of the greatness of God the vastness of God’s abilities and the thoughts of God. King David produced this amazing piece of prose. A very personal prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    How To Minimize Your Influence For God

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 27, 2012
     | 3,659 views

    Sometimes the best way to understand how to be a productive Christian is to look at the formula for spiritual worthlessness and do the opposite.

    How To Minimize Your Influence for God (2 Corinthians 6:1-11) 1. Facebook is big. And the computers they have are many. 2. “With 900 million members worldwide and growing, Facebook is building its first European data storage facility—60 miles south of the Arctic Circle in Lulea, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God's Will For Every Church Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 19, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,668 views

    How to stop your church from closing.

    Text: Galatians 1:2-10 Title: God’s will for every church. Today we begin a new series on the book of Galatians. Today’s message is “God’s will for every church.” When Jesus founded the church he did so with a promise. “I will build my church and the gates of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Will Use Unusual Circumstances To Bring Us To A Greater Level

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on May 17, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 8,013 views

    This text will show the believer the uniqueness of Divine ways.

    Introduction: God’s ways are not our ways. His dealings with mankind are a cause for wonder. In today’s text, we find God using a storm to bring His disciples to a greater level. Those who expect to grow should expect storms and difficulties. There is a saying that " no one can climb a smooth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    All Of Us Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,490 views

    If we’re going to build God’s Kingdom in these desperate times, we must all work humbly together.

    In a classic episode from The Andy Griffith Show in the 1960’s, Andy Taylor, the sheriff of Mayberry, is out of town. His deputy, Barney Fife, is in charge, and he has deputized Gomer, the local mechanic. The two deputies are walking down the street one evening when they notice that someone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 924 views

    This sermon explores God's divine design in ordinary things, our duty in His plan, and how small actions can open doors to great blessings.

    Greetings, beloved congregation! It's a joy to be standing before you today, in this place where we gather to celebrate our unity in Christ, to seek His wisdom and to find solace in His words. As we gather here, let's remember that we are not just a gathering of individuals, but a family, bound ...read more

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    The Real Us

    Contributed by Tim Carper on Sep 8, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,763 views

    I want us to take a long hard look at ourselves this morning and glean some truths from Paul’s words. I want us to look at our condition, our need and what God has done to meet that need and then our response to God’s actions.

    We, at times, don’t like the real us! Now before you attack that statement, listen to the latest statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons: since 1997 there has been an increase of 444 percent in the total number of elective cosmetic procedures. Surgical procedures have increased ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Shepherd Came Even For You

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jan 3, 2010
     | 3,685 views

    Jesus came in lowliness, but he is divine, eternal Shepherd. He shepherds us, laying down his life for his sheep and drawing us close into his arms.

    Text: Micah 5:2, 4 Theme: The Shepherd Came Even for You Season: Christmas Eve Date: December 24, 2009 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/The-Shepherd-Came-Even-for-You-Micah5_2,4.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Hope Of Presence Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 19, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,570 views

    Heaven came down for us, and salvation was given to us. God came to dwell with us, and within us, and with all mankind. We are no longer in bondage of sin and death, and we are no longer alone. God is with us.

    The Hope of Presence Isaiah 7:7-14 Today we will meditate on one of the most famous and loved messianic prophecies from the book of Isaiah. Isaiah the prophet prophesied to us about the coming Messiah. Isaiah 7:14 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: Behold the virgin shall conceive ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational