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  • Elias Reyes avatar

    That I May Know Him

    Contributed by Elias Reyes on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 577 ratings
     | 278,767 views

    The greatest desire of a true Christian is to know God. Every other desire pales in significance to this one.

    That I May Know Him TEXT: Philippians 3:10 August 11, 2002 Rev. Elias Rivera-Reyes - El Buen Pastor U.M.C. What is the greatest desire of a Christian? Throughout Scripture, the great men and women of God say that their passion is to truly know Him. Moses says to God: "I pray You show me Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Some Assembly Required

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,667 views

    This sermon tries deals with the importance of pulling it all together in our relationship with Christ, others and ourselves.

    Some Assembly Required Text: Hebrews 10:22-25 Let us draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith, having our hearts sprinkled from an evil conscience, and our bodies washed with pure water. Let us hold fast the profession of our faith without wavering; (for he is faithful that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Real Respect For Life Series

    Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,948 views

    Jesus challenges us to raise the level of our respect for others beyond merely avoiding murder.

    A Real Respect For Life “What does God expect of me?” “How do I, as a follower of Jesus, live in a way that reflects His Lordship in my daily decisions?” Those are the questions that shape the Sermon on the Mount, which we read in Matthew. I am leading you through this amazing part of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Living In The Moment

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 27, 2007
    based on 51 ratings
     | 18,109 views

    This was one of the greatest services we have ever had. Hope it blesses you and other churches.

    In the Moment Text: Jeremiah 33:1-3 1 Moreover the word of the LORD came to Jeremiah a second time, while he was still shut up in the court of the prison, saying, 2 “Thus says the LORD who made it, the LORD who formed it to establish it (the LORD is His name): 3 ‘Call unto Me, and I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God's Job Description For Us

    Contributed by Clive Pooley on Oct 1, 2007
     | 8,656 views

    True prosperity flows from God’s presence - the Blessing is received then passed on blessing others.

    BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING As we continue in our series - God’s Wonderful World - we look this week at God’s Job Description for us. Now as you heard the passage you may have thought I was going to major on the notion of stewardship - looking after the planet - which is quite right and proper - but I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Life Of Moms / Honoring Moms Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 15, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,342 views

    If we do not have a right relationship with God, we will not have the right relationships with other people!

    For this special day, I have decided to take a break from our study of the Gospel of Luke to honor and encourage moms. We will do something similar on Father’s Day, June 17th. Please open your Bibles to the Book of Exodus in the Old Testament, Chapter 20…. Before reading our passage for today, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Don’t Shrink Back

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011
     | 5,419 views

    A message for an outdoor men's gathering, included as a series of messages by other ministers from the same passage.

    Acts 20:26-27 Intro: Blood matters. Had we never been told this, there would still be a sense of it. I remember watching my son around age 2, when he would get a scrape. The pain wouldn’t be such a problem. He would be mostly fine, until he’d look down at the cut knee or finger ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Duty Free Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,363 views

    #7 in series. We are free from other people's rules. We are free to serve Jesus.

    Colossians 2:13-23 – Duty Free Today we arrive at a passage of scripture filled with controversial topics. It flies in the face of traditions, long-held beliefs, and die-hard convictions. But it is still worth saying, and I hope I can preach it in a spirit of love and compassion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Choice: Life, Or Death

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,810 views

    Choose life in the Promised Land, and discover what waits for you on the other side of joyful reality

    INTRO A number of weeks ago, I jokingly said that everyone in my family had a license for something in life. The one license my folks said was solely mine was the complaining license. Dad would say: “Stop your fussing;” and if I didn’t, he’d pick on me and saying: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Bad Stuff Happens Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Feb 11, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,042 views

    The Devil is a liar and how "Christians" spread the lies and half truths that lead other to dismiss Christians.

    Bad Stuff Happens Today we are adding another foundation stone to Christian basics. For several weeks we looked at how many Christians and Christian churches exhibit Atheistic tendencies. Some of you may be relieved that we have moves on to another topic this morning. I am afraid that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    A Passion For God

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,497 views

    God expects us to love Him with all we have, and to love others the same way.

    Focus Passage: Matthew 22:35-40 Supplemental Passage: 1 John 4:19 We love, because He first loved us. Introduction: There was a little boy who entered the family room after suppertime. Dad was weary from a hard day on the job. He had the recliner kicked back and was reading the paper. The little ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We'll Leave The Light On

    Contributed by Glenn Dunaway on Nov 25, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,997 views

    The light that a Christian shines is so that others might see good works and give God the glory.

    Leave a Light On! Matt 5:16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven. (KJV) Introduction Motel 6 has a slogan that says “We’ll leave a light on for you.” That should be the slogan for every Christian and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 5, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,256 views

    What is the true spirit of Christmas? To do good, be rich in good works, and to give generously to others.

    THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS (December 2010 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) INTRO TO TOPIC: I love Christmas – it truly is the most wonderful time of the year! Discuss: Family memories, favourite Christmases. Looking forward to my family coming for Christmas this year. But ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Wicked Troubles Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Jul 13, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,398 views

    Sometimes we bring our troubles on ourselves (and on others). That is the case of the wicked as these proverbs note.

    Introduction Troubles; we’ve all got them. Sometimes we keep quiet about them; sometimes we moan loudly. We write songs about them. Indeed, much of the world’s great literature, music and art have sprung from troubles. But sometimes we bring our troubles on ourselves (and on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Then The Fire Of The Lord Fell

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,832 views

    Elijah putting Baal’s prophets to the test and other illustrations of God’s fire revealed.

    THEN THE FIRE OF THE LORD FELL 1 Kings 18:38-39 INTRO: Fire has been used often in connection with the worship of God, and has been seen around God’s people. The angel appeared to Moses in a flame; God led Israel by a pillar of fire at night. When Jesus appeared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist