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  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Vision Requires Action To Become A Reality

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 29, 2019
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    A reporter once asked to Helen Keller “What would be worse than being born blind?” She replied, “The only thing worse than being blind is to have sight without vision.

    King Solomon, in his wisdom and under the inspiration wrote, “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he.”(Proverbs 29:18) In the Bible "vision" refers to the will and purpose of God being made known, in other words inspired and divine guidance. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Serving God Requires Our Loyalty

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Nov 9, 2021
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    What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day.

    We’ve been discussing for the past few weeks what it takes to really serve God. Courage, trust, our prayers and today we will see how it takes loyalty to serve God. What better subject to talk about as we have just recognized a national holiday that we call Veterans Day. I never served in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant Adams avatar

    What Doth The Lord Require Of Thee

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 13, 2021
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    God has brought a charge against His people, and the charge is the same that He brings to us today. Their religion and their worship had become nothing but emptiness and meaningless rituals. All of it had become unrelated to their character and unrelated to their daily life.

    They were deeply religious. They were very faithful in performing the acts of worship, but they were empty and meaningless. They had no affect whatsoever on the character of those who worship and on their daily walk and activities. As we go through this life serving God, we need to be careful not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Grant Adams avatar

    What Does The Lord Require Of You

    Contributed by Grant Adams on Mar 13, 2021
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    Have you ever asked yourself, “What does the Lord require of me?”

    1. Not the preacher, Sunday school teacher, choir director, but God Himself. 2. I know the question was asked of Israel. Now it is asked of the other chosen, the Church. 3. The Lord does not desire certain things, but He requires them. a. Word really means demands. b. He requires these for our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does God Require? (Online) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 25, 2024
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     | 6,355 views

    The Lord revealed His righteousness and gave commandments to us. They are to do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly before Him. The lesson describes the evils and wickedness in high places and provides hope to our Nation during this pandemic, making it particularly relevant to America.

    INTRODUCTION Outline 1. That We Do Justly 2. That We Love Mercy 3. That We Walk Humbly Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will explore the profound theme: "What does God Require?" Micah, a contemporary of Isaiah, ministered in the Southern Kingdom (Judah). The name Micah means, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Does The Lord Require Of You ? Series

    Contributed by Obeth Jebakumar on Oct 21, 2023
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    Here, in this sermon, we will learn our God's expectation in the life of His children. This study will help to know better the desire in God's heart.

    Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, to love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God. Deuteronomy 10:12,13 And now, Israel, what does the Lord your God require of you, But to fear the Lord your God, to walk in all His ways and to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Following Jesus Requires A Choice To Be Made Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 8, 2024
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    One question we must always ask is: Who do we follow? What is it in this world that we call Lord and why does it mean more to us than Him? Paul's testimony about who Jesus is is very clear - and we can learn so much from it in order to follow Jesus closer.

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 36 Following Jesus requires a Choice to be Made Acts 24:20-27 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week: Bro Will did an outstanding job proclaiming the truth Paul lived by -- Using question from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Are Christians Required To Obey The Law Of Moses? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023
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    This sermon explores the transition from the Old Covenant of law to the New Covenant of grace through Jesus Christ's fulfillment of the law.

    Good morning, dear friends. I trust the Lord has been your strength and your shield this past week. As we gather together in His name, let's take a moment to draw our hearts closer to His word, His promises, and His unending love for us. We gather here today to discuss an important and powerful ...read more

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  • Daniel J. Little avatar

    Christmas Light To Destroy The Curse Of Darkness Series

    Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Dec 27, 2011
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    Unto You A Savior is Born: Noah was safe while floating through a devastating flood. We are safe from every threat for the simple reason that through Christ we have been placed in God and joined to His divine nature. Nothing shall by any means harm us.

    Christmas Light to Destroy the Curse of Darkness Pastor Dan Little adfontes.djl@gmail.com Twice, over this Christmas season, we have read through Luke’s narrative concerning the conception and birth of Jesus. Today I want to focus just on Luke 2:10 & 11. Luke 2:10 & 11 Luke 2:10 "Fear not, for ...read more

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  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Understanding Potential

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 12, 2014
     | 5,863 views

    There are no sadder words of pen or tongue than the words what might have been... Study ABSALOM an understand lost potential.

    UNDERSTANDING OUR POTENTIAL By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com NO SADDER WORDS OF PEN OR TONGUE THAN THE WORDS: WHAT MIGHT HAVE BEEN... Sooner or later we are going to have to rely on the PROMISES AND WORD OF GOD... I. WE HAVE THE TENDANCY TO BASE POTENTIAL ON EXTERNAL FEATURES... LOOK ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Throw In The Towel Vs Shake It Off.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 20, 2020
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    Seems we can develop the eternal babyhood of believers. We must change and grow and develop. Problems come and go... we must shake the problems in the fire. Quit reacting and start acting by faith.

    HOW EASY IS IT TO THROW IN THE TOWEL? MATURITY--- SHAKE IT OFF By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com The farmer had an old mule named TOM. TOM was like a family member. Tom pulled the wagon to town. They plowed with TOM. With age TOM went blind. He was still a good mule and obedient. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Small Things? You May Never See? You May Never Know?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 2, 2021
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    In the ministry we may have many questions? Why can't I see the fruit of my labor now? Little things can kill the effectiveness of ministry. Are we called to success or faithfulness. Love small things. Never use comparison.

    SMALL THINGS? YOU MAY NEVER SEE? YOU MAY NEVER KNOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Two part) A VICTIM SPIRIT WILL OFTEN SAY: LORD, I DON’T KNOW HOW I AM GOING TO DO THIS? WE NEED TO HAVE THE ATTITUDE TO SPEAK: LORD, I CAN’T WAIT TO SEE HOW YOU ARE GOING TO HANDLE THIS! ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Do What You Can, Where You Can, When You Can.

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 11, 2024
     | 427 views

    We find we are inexcusable in our do nothingness. We must try and do our best. God rewards honest efforts.

    DO WHAT YOU CAN! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) BLESSED ARE GIVING HANDS: Luke 6:38 Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fresh Start

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 3, 2010
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     | 7,168 views

    1)PURSUING THE PRIZE REQUIRES A PROPER AWARENESS 2) MAXIMUM EFFORT 3) FOCUSED CONCENTRATION 4) PROPER MOTIVATION 5)PROPER RECOGNITION & 6) PROPER CONFORMITY.

    The Olympics are coming soon to Vancouver British Columbia. Athletes all over the world are preparing for their various events. They of course train in such a way as to be the best of the best. Their goal; an Olympic Gold Medal, and hearing their national anthem playing while their flag is raised ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Eating The Fruit Of Your Labor - Part I Series

    Contributed by Pastor (Dr.) Francesca Fajinmi on Dec 31, 2016
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     | 16,589 views

    Our labor bears fruits but the fruits are not worth eating. This sermon debunks the idea that the fruit of our labor is worth eating or enjoying. This is the first part of a two part sermon

    Labor generally signifies heavy duty task, work or effort. Oftentimes, it is something we'd rather not do but because of some inherent benefits we continue to do it. For a married woman, who trusted and believed God for the fruit of the womb, getting pregnant and going into labor - though hard, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational