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  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Who Am I - The Quest For Identity

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 7, 2007
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    In order to find out who we really are we need to ask God who He is!

    September 9, 2007 Morning Worship Text: Genesis 32:22-32 Subject: Jacob Wrestles with God Title: Who Am I – The Quest for Identity Who are you? Sounds like a simple question doesn’t it? Most of you would answer that by telling your name. But the question is not, “What is your name.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Heart For Soul

    Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007
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    Christians have a duty to evangelise. Every divine encounter is a divine opportunity.

    A HEART FOR SOUL ACTS 9:3-4 As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” Talking of divine appointments? Many Christians are not good at utilizing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Bigger They Are, The Harder They Fall

    Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jun 29, 2007
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    Finding the lessons for our lives from David’s encounter with Goliah

    Notice three people involved in this text, and the lessons we learn from them... 1. Goliath Goliath represents the enemy we face Goliath teaches us three important truths: A. Our enemy is bigger than we are (v. 1-7) B. Our enemy will challenge us (v. 8-16) C. Our enemy will taunt and threaten us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of Worship

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 4, 2018
     | 9,160 views

    The heart of worship is not an event, it is a relationship with God. At the heart of worship God can change our lives.

    The heart of Worship Revelation chapter 4:8-10 Introduction- As we go to God’s Word this morning, I have been praying that God would get a hold of our hearts. I am not wanting to pray a generic prayer like teaching a young child a prayer before a meal. I am praying that we have an encounter ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rodelio Mallari avatar

    Jacob's Three Journeys

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 11, 2012
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    Life is a journey with the Lord. How far have we gone? Where have our striving taken us? Our entire life should be one continuous seeking of God’s will, worship experience, and giving of praise to God for everything.

    Intro: On journeys and pilgrimages (Examples). See I Pet. 2:11; Heb. 11:13; Gen. 4:12. (Cf. believers and unbelievers). Read Gen. 47:9. Jacob lived about 147 years; Isaac 180 years; Abraham 175 years. Jacob had many journeys and struggles in his long and eventful life but none more meaningful than ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    "finding God's Presence In Your Suffering."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 29, 2025
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    As we journey through life, we inevitably encounter moments of pain, heartbreak, and struggles. Yet, what if these experiences, far from being signs of God's absence, are actually evidence of His deep presence and transformative power, that can lead us to a brighter future.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 4:12-13) [12] Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: [13] But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ's ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Setting The Table For A God Visit Series

    Contributed by Leroy Redding on Oct 18, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,292 views

    This is the Kick-Off Message for the 40 Days of Community adapted from Purpose Driven Ministries

    Setting the Table for a God Visit: How to Get the Most Out of 40 Days of Community Exodus 19 I want you to imagine something this morning. I want you to imagine that the Queen of England is coming to Idaho. The queen wants to get a feel for what real American life is like and wants to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fearing God Without Being Scared

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 11, 2008
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     | 12,827 views

    The fear of God is a theme that is mentioned throughout the Bible. But it is a subject that has been neglected by many pastors and teachers of God’s word today. The fear of God is a very important aspect in a Christian’s life because it is a characteristi

    Opening illustration: Seven years ago from today our country was under terrorist attack and the entire nation was in a grip of ’FEAR’ and ’AWE.’ Was God talking about this kind of fear or some other? Let us look into God’s Word and see what is this ‘Fear of the Lord.’ Biblical Background: The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Basic Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Tommy Jackson on Aug 26, 2014
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    “Believers Acquiring Skills for Intimacy with Christ”.

    B.A.S.I.C. Series OPEN: Welcome to our new series called “BASIC”. Basic stands for “Believers Acquiring Skills for Intimacy with Christ”. I want you to have your Bibles ready so we can turn to Hebrews 13 in just a few minutes. But before we turn there, I want to tell ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When The Lord Comes Down Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025
     | 442 views

    When the Lord comes down, things cannot remain the same. His descent signifies divine interest, intervention, and empowerment.

    WHEN THE LORD COMES DOWN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 3:7-8 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 64:1-3, Psalm 18:6-17, John 1:14, Luke 7:12-15, Acts 10:38 INTRODUCTION: There are moments in history and in our lives when God does not just speak from heaven—He comes down. When the Lord comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Turn On The Light In The Room Of Gloom

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 1, 2025
     | 89 views

    The whole process would be like turning on a light. And I don’t mean a little candle, but a big flood. If you stumble around in a dark room, you move slowly, hesitantly, and you are guarding against a fall.

    Friday of the First Week of Advent 2025 When we hear or read Biblical prophecy, our Western mindset frequently gets confused by the language used. The prophet Isaiah today especially needs to be read with understanding of the form being used. The critical little snippet that is the key to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Table-Flipper Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 104 views

    Jesus confronts anything that blocks true worship, clears space for outsiders to encounter God, and invites wholehearted praise that honors the Father.

    INTRODUCTION Palm Sunday tends to paint a very specific picture in our minds. Children waving palm branches. A gentle Jesus seated on a humble donkey, smiling, receiving cheers like a beloved hometown hero. We imagine sunshine, hope in the air, families lining the streets. It feels like the ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 20, 2024
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    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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    God’s Presence In The Storm Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 2, 2025
     | 296 views

    God’s presence gives peace, strength, and assurance in the midst of life’s storms.

    GOD’S PRESENCE IN THE STORM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 27:20-25 Key Verse: “For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve.” — Acts 27:23 Supporting Texts: Psalm 46:1-3; Isaiah 43:2; Matthew 8:23-27; John 16:33; Hebrews 13:5 INTRODUCTION: Every ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    A Needed Vision

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 2, 2013
    based on 10 ratings
     | 12,501 views

    Proverbs 29:18 tells us that “where there is no vision people perish”. We as individuals and as the family of God need to have a clear vision like Isaiah. We need to see and understand Who God is, what we are, and what God is calling us to do.

    A Needed Vision Isaiah 6:1-5 Isaiah had an encounter with God that provided Him with a clear vision of God, himself, his people, and his mission. Proverbs 29:18 tells us that “where there is no vision people perish”. We as individuals and as the family of God need to have a clear vision like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist