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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Desires.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 30, 2024
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     | 1,520 views

    A widespread cry is growing in the hearts of believers for a real, tangible encounter with God. They want, like Moses, to see Him face to face...

    Desires. Psalm 42.1-3MSG A widespread cry is growing in the hearts of believers for a real, tangible encounter with God. They want, like Moses, to see Him face to face. They don't want only to read about Him, have head knowledge of Him, talk about Him, and pay homage to Him on Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Journey From Brokenness To Wholeness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025
     | 179 views

    The woman with the issue of blood teaches us that no matter how long an issue persists, one encounter with Jesus can end it completely.

    A JOURNEY FROM BROKENNESS TO WHOLENESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Mark 5:25-34 Supporting Texts: Matthew 9:20-22; Luke 8:43-48; Isaiah 53:4-5; Hebrews 11:6 INTRODUCTION: The story of the woman with the issue of blood is one of the most powerful portraits of faith, desperation, healing, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Responding To God's Announcement PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023
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     | 769 views

    This sermon explores God's faithfulness, His perfect timing, and the transformative power of humble obedience, as exemplified in Mary's encounter with the angel Gabriel.

    Welcome, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am so glad you have chosen to join us today as we gather around the Word of God, as we open our hearts to the divine whispers of His wisdom and love. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a grand narrative, a story of divine ...read more

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    God's Way Is A Highway PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,002 views

    The sermon encourages perseverance on the path of holiness, trusting in God's guidance and divine plan, despite obstacles and difficulties encountered along the way.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to gather with you today in this sanctuary, a haven of hope and healing, where we come together to lift our hearts to the Lord, our Divine Driver. We find ourselves today on the precipice of a profound passage in the prophetic book of Isaiah, a ...read more

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    Sometimes, You Have To Climb A Mountain! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,117 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering Christ, applying His teachings in everyday life, and sharing His message in the modern world.

    Beloved congregation, there is a certain, undeniable warmth that fills our hearts when we gather together in this sacred place, a sanctuary where we come to seek God's face, to hear His voice, to know His will, and to be transformed by His Word. We find ourselves standing on the precipice of ...read more

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    Robed In Righteousness PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 2, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 862 views

    This sermon explores the transformative power of encountering God, as seen in Moses' radiance and Jesus' transfiguration, and its relevance to our Lenten journey.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. We are gathered here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in this grand narrative of faith. We are here, not as casual observers, but as eager seekers, ready to encounter the divine in a fresh and profound way. We are about to embark on a ...read more

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    We Would Like To See Jesus PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 865 views

    Explores seeking Jesus, experiencing divine encounters, and embracing transformation through understanding and applying the teachings of John 12:20-36.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be with you again, here in the house of our Lord, where we gather to share in the warmth of fellowship, the comfort of His Word, and the nourishment of His Spirit. We are not merely here today; we are here together, unified in purpose and love for ...read more

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    Insurance For Your Issues PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,030 views

    This sermon explores the healing power of faith through the story of a woman's encounter with Jesus, encouraging us to reach out to God in faith.

    Welcome, beloved family of Christ. I am so glad to see each one of you here today, eager and ready to delve into the beautiful truth of God's Word. We find ourselves, once again, in the presence of His grace, a grace that is as constant as the sunrise, as enduring as the mountains, and as boundless ...read more

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    When Pigs Fly Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018
     | 6,017 views

    We take a look at Jesus and His encounter with the demonic called Legion. Through this encounter maybe we can find out what Jesus wants with us and how sometimes finding freedom can make us uncomfortable. We also can find that we need a relationship with Jesus in order to change

    In today’s Scripture we find Jesus in the country of Gerasenes, where He encounters a man possessed by many demons. I think this guy would have probably been a frightening site, he ran around the tombs naked and cut himself with stones, we are told that when they tried to chain or shackle him he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus' First Miracle

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 10, 2022
     | 2,618 views

    What was the first epiphany or miracle in your life? A Jewish wedding and fine wine entailed a surprise divine encounter. Let’s encounter the kingdom of God pictured in God’s provision for a marriage. Let’s examine how a wedding at Cana portrays an epiphany of the kingdom of God in John 2:1-11.

    Prelude What was the first epiphany or miracle in your life? A Jewish wedding and fine wine entailed a surprise divine encounter. Purpose: Let’s encounter the kingdom of God pictured in God’s provision for a marriage. Plan: Let’s examine how a wedding at Cana portrays an epiphany of the kingdom of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Worship-Filled Heart

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Apr 16, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,616 views

    Worship is a broad topic, so I’d like to look at it through the lens of the prophet Isaiah’s encounter with God before His heavenly throne as found in Isaiah 6:1-8. From this encounter, I’d like to share several aspects about worship that will change our lives and relationship with God.

    A Christian’s Heart “A Worship-Filled Heart” Isaiah 6:1-8 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JVxbexDKb_Q In the early to mid 1900’s, pastor, author, and counselor, AW Tozer, who had written 12 books, including the Christian classic, “The Pursuit of God,” said that worship ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    June: Month Of Divine Visitation

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 27, 2025
     | 1,666 views

    The sixth month is a prophetic symbol of divine visitation. When God visits, He shifts seasons, speaks destiny-shaping words, and releases power for new beginnings.

    JUNE: MONTH OF DIVINE VISITATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 1:26 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:1-14, Exodus 3:2-10, Acts 10:1-6, Psalm 106:4-5 INTRODUCTION: The sixth month in the calendar holds a prophetic significance in the story of Mary’s divine encounter. The angel Gabriel was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    In His Presence

    Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 8,860 views

    This is the 2nd in 5 in a series on people who encountered Christ and how thier lives were changed. The invitation is to believe in the ’magic’ of miracles.

    In February of last year, a 7 year old little girl named Danielle van Dam was abducted from her home and murdered. Since then, the media has focused on the abduction of one young girl after another. From Danielle to Elizabeth Smart. From Elizabeth Smart to Samantha Runnion. Then there was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Jesus And Pilate

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 101 ratings
     | 11,480 views

    An examination of the meeting of Jesus and Pontius Pilate and the lessons that can be gained from their encounter, concerning the nature of civil authority and our relationship to it.

    The Jewish authorities wanted Jesus dead but were unwilling to kill Him themselves because they did not wish to lose favor with the common people who believed in Jesus. They wanted Rome to do it. They wanted Rome to take the blame. The evil Jewish authorities played Pontius Pilate like a fiddle to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thanksgiving In Nain

    Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 8,643 views

    A thanksgiving sermon. What happens when the Lord of Life encounters a procession of death on the outskirts of the village of Nain? A worship service is waiting to happen.

    Intro: The Spring of the Year. I. Two Crowds a. A Jubiliant Crowd 1. A crowd which had traveled all day with Jesus 2. A crowd which had witnessed a miraculous healing 3. A crowd that was asking the question, who is this Jesus? 4. Like the feeling you get when you pass an overturned mini-van and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist