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  • Ricky Nelms avatar

    Joseph Series

    Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,227 views

    We're talking about Bible characters who had close encounters with God despite their sins, problems, and failures. Today we're talking about Joseph. The outline is: 1-The Dream, 2-The Nightmare, 3-The New Day.

    CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 3 – JOSEPH This morning, we’re continuing our sermon series on “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS” and we’ve been talking about the great heroes of the Bible who’ve had close encounters with God, and how that no matter… --who you are --what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Elijah - To Give Directions Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 8, 2019
     | 5,101 views

    Elijah's encounter with God

    All Scripture quoted in this lesson is from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. INTRODUCTION: A DISCOURAGED ELIJAH NEEDS DIRECTION: 1 KINGS 19:1-16 1. Encouragement the great day in Elijah’s ministry, i.e., fire from heaven on Mt. Carmel, 450 Baal prophets killed, God breaks 3 ½ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    (Lesson 1) Jacob: Motivated By Fear

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003
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     | 2,944 views

    Jacob wrestled all night with God and wouldn’t let Him go. Because of Jacob’s tenacity, God blessed him and changed his name to Israel, i.e., a Prince with God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 32:22-32 What an encounter is not. 1. Not a greeting, i.e., when we talk to God. 2. Not a thought, i.e., when we meditate on God. 3. Not a meeting, i.e., our scheduled communion. 4. Not incidental, i.e., something we do every day. 5. Not an answer to prayer. B. WHAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Faces Of Jesus

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 5, 2014
     | 5,865 views

    We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives... unless we are looking.

    Title: The Faces of Jesus Text: Luke 24:13-35 Thesis: We do not always realize the roles or recognize the activity of Christ in our lives. Significance: It is the Road to Emmaus text wherein we see Jesus as a stranger, as a guest and as a host. Introduction It seems like a long time ago but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Being Clever In The Kingdom Of God Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 9, 2015
     | 4,858 views

    If we are led by the Spirit of God, then we will find clever ways to advance His mission on earth.

    “A humble people you will save, O Lord, and the eyes of the proud you will humiliate, because who is god other than You, O Lord?” The words of the Offertory antiphon we will hear in a few moments. What is the difference between pride and humility? Let’s consider the last words ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Burning Bush Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Feb 6, 2026
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     | 298 views

    In the burning bush, God reveals that while He is always present, true intimacy with Him is found only through reverent surrender, wilderness preparation, and obedient faith, as He draws us near to transform our identity and call us into His purposes.

    The Fire of God’s Presence The Burning Bush Exodus 3:1-6 “Where can I go from Your Spirit? Where can I flee from Your presence? If I go up to the heavens, You are there; if I make my bed in the depths, You are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Adam Series

    Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 16, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 22,160 views

    We are doing a series of messages on Bible Characters entitled "Close Encounters." We’re going to be looking at different men and women in the Bible who, despite thier problems, sins, terrible mistakes and circumstances, turned out to have close encounte

    CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 1 – ADAM Today, I want to begin a BRAND NEW series of messages entitled “CLOSE ENCOUNTERS” And over the next few weeks, we’re going to be talking about the people of the Bible who had CLOSE ENCOUNTERS WITH GOD And the reason that I’m going to be preaching this series is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Abraham Series

    Contributed by Ricky Nelms on Jul 16, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,226 views

    We're doing entire messages on Bible Characters and talking about how they all were flawed, sinful, and had tough circumsances, yet they had close encounters with Almighty God. Today is Abraham. The outline: 1-His Calling Was Soverign. 2-His Mistakes

    CLOSE ENCOUNTERS SERIES 2 – ABRAHAM This morning, we are continuing our sermon series called “Close Encounters” And we’re talking about the lives of the great people of God in the Bible who had CLOSE ENCOUNTERS with God And we’re going to be talking about the fact ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Character Study Of Zacchaeus Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025
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    Zacchaeus’ story is a powerful testimony that no one is too lost for Jesus to save. His encounter with Christ changed his life forever.

    CHARACTER STUDY OF ZACCHAEUS – A TAX COLLECTOR WHO REPENTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 19:1-10 "For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost." – Luke 19:10 Supporting Texts: Ezekiel 36:26, Acts 3:19, 2 Corinthians 5:17 INTRODUCTION: Zacchaeus was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    What Is Waiting On The Other Side Series

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 15, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,698 views

    A sermon examining the things that we will encounter as we continue to serve the Lord.

    WHAT IS WAITING ON THE OTHER SIDE Mark 5:1-22 Like many of you I began this year with great hope and anticipation. On the first Sunday of the year, many of my preacher friends rolled out their “2020 vision” to their churches. In hind sight, that “2020 Vision” got blurry in a hurry! There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Such Is Life

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 29, 2016
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     | 12,809 views

    Dr. Tow looks at Jacob's journey in Genesis 35 and offers some comparisons as we encounter conflict, loss and much more in our own journeys.

    Such Is Life 06-21-15 (www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) Life is a journey; for every one of ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Responding To Jesus' Call

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,608 views

    Appraising our discipleship as a New Year approaches

    “Responding to Jesus’ Call” Rev Dr Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: A. Andrew and John, vss 35-39 B. Andrew and Peter, vss 40-42 C. Philip and Nathanael, vss 43-51 Introduction: We’ve read a record of how the earliest believers became followers of ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Entre La Multitud Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jun 20, 2012
     | 6,457 views

    Jesús transforma el corazón que depende y confía totalmente en él.

    Encuentros transformadores Intro: El mes pasado tuvimos una experiencia interesante como familia. Mi hija Nadia participó como solista en una competencia de danza clásica organizada por la Secretaría de Cultura y las artes del Estado. La competencia fue una mañana y en la noche de ese mismo día ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Let's Do What We Can't

    Contributed by Archie Norman on Jan 22, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,902 views

    let's do what we can't

    Let's Do What We Can't II Corinthians 8:1-5 1. It stars with a God encounter - v. 5 a. Some are ready b. Some are reluctant c. Some are rebellious 2. It produces grace enablement - v. 1 a. God will ask you to do something you are not capable of doing b. God will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moses Departs From Jethro Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 15, 2022
     | 2,377 views

    There are two possible explanations for why Moses solicits his father-in-law's permission. One is that he may have needed his father-in-law's permission to take Zipporah from her House. The second is that Moses exhibited good manners in making this request.

    Exodus 4:18-20, Moses Departs From Jethro Scripture: Exodus 4:18-20 18 Then Moses went back to Jethro his father-in-law and said to him, 'Let me return to my own people in Egypt to see if any of them are still alive.' Jethro said, 'Go, and I wish you well.' 19 Now the LORD had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist