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  • Hugh W. Davidson avatar

    The Providence Of God Series

    Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 18, 2009
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     | 8,845 views

    Rahab teaches us in this passage that your past doesn’t determine your future but your choices do. And at the same time she also teaches us there’s no excuse for sin. No one can excuse themselves by saying, “I’m a product of my parents, the result of a wa

    The providence of God Joshua 2:1-24 There was a list of warning labels that were pasted on products that seemed to be somewhat redundant. For instance: There was a warning on a baby stroller that said: remove child before folding. A warning on a brass fishing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Let Me Explain Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 29, 2021
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     | 1,991 views

    Blessed are the forthcoming, and blessed are those who intelligently listen and seek to understand. Others might turn a deaf ear because they judgmentally equate explanations with excuses.

    Let Me Explain (Romans 15:14-33) 1. Some people are not honest with themselves and cling to excuses. Here is a true account: In our younger days, my husband and I sign up for a“boot camp”fitness class. This class costs $300 per person for ten classes. At the start of the first class, our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Am I My Brother's Keeper?

    Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 11, 2000
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    We still ask the third question in the Bible, "Am I my brother's keeper?" to excuse our responsibility for our fellowman.

    Am I My Brother's Keeper? Genesis 4:9; 1 John 3:11-24 Introduction This past week I installed a new ISP on my computer. I had to set up the DNS and the TCP/IP. Then I had to configure the SMTP and the POP. If you don't know what I'm talking about, maybe you'd better read the FAQ. By the way, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Rejecting What We Naturally Know

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
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    REJECTING WHAT WE NATURALLY KNOW ABOUT GOD LEAVES US WITHOUT EXCUSE AND ALWAYS BRINGS GOD'S WRATH 1.

    REJECTING WHAT WE NATURALLY KNOW ABOUT GOD LEAVES US WITHOUT EXCUSE AND ALWAYS BRINGS GOD'S WRATH 1. God Always Responds in Wrath Against Those Who Reject His Revealed Truth (:18) -- God by nature is a God of Wrath Why should we believe in God's Wrath? a. Word usage in the Bible -- wrath, anger, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Getting Off Our "Buts"

    Contributed by Dean Kennedy on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 210 ratings
     | 21,783 views

    It’s time to quit the excuses before we miss the party. This sermon was presented at an on-going Breakfast Ministry for the Homeless

    This morning I’m going to give you guys an opportunity to change seats. This will be your only chance though. I want to make sure that you are comfortable where you are. Now for the reason why. I was led to pray over certain chairs here this morning before you came in. I feel God is really ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Don't Give God Any Exuses

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002
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     | 2,160 views

    We love to think of different reasons why we dont follow God’s command. However they are just all excuses.

    I John 2:3-11 Don’t Give God Any Excuses! Introduction A. One of the more enjoyable part about Kid’s Klub is the excuses B. I hear them all C. It wasn’t me, then why did I see you do it D. I didn’t take it, then why is it in your hand E. He told me to, did he do it? F. My mom said I could, can I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    "And It Came To Pass"

    Contributed by Roshelle Deas Roberson on Dec 9, 2012
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     | 6,337 views

    The human mind cannot explain (defend, excuse) the plan God have for our lives, but by faith we must see it through.

    “And it came to Pass” Luke 1: 27-31 27 To a virgin espoused to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David; and the virgin’s name was Mary. 28 And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou that art highly favoured, the Lord is with thee: blessed art thou among women. 29 And when she ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The E Word

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,724 views

    The Eword scares so many Christians. I tmakes them give excuses and avoid doing what we are suposed to do.

    The “E” word I am not sure that any of you have noticed something about me. I don’t necessarily think it is weird but you might. I spend a little time each week thinking about stuff that seem like it should not matter to anyone. My thought this week; I wonder, as you are heading to church ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Forgive, "or Else" Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 23, 2019
     | 3,508 views

    The culture itches to persecute the Catholic Church, and a small number of renegade priests and bishops who abused their authority have provided the excuse.

    Tuesday of the Third Week in Lent 2019 It’s often been said by commentators that the “ten thousand talents” that the Gospel servant owed his master was a sum greater than the gross national product of Palestine in New Testament times. Jesus is clearly exaggerating for effect here, something that ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Will You Rsvp Or Decline? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 17, 2024
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     | 553 views

    This sermon explores the parable of the Great Banquet, emphasizing the importance of accepting God's invitation and prioritizing His call over worldly excuses.

    Good morning, beloved congregation. It is a joy to stand before you today, to share the timeless truth of God's Word. As we gather in this sacred space, let us prepare our hearts to receive the divine message that awaits us in the Gospel of Luke, chapter 14, verses 15-24. The renowned Christian ...read more

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  • Jim Butcher avatar

    I Would Help, But. . .

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 21, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 2,968 views

    This message examines 10 excuses seen in the parable of the Good Samaritan that we need to overcome in order to serve as God desires us to.

    THE LAWYER’S FOCUS (AND OUR’S TOO): - “Sure, I’m willing to help. . . when it’s convenient for me.” - v. 29. - helping within the family/helping with a friend/helping in a tear-jerking situation/helping at Christmas. - his question presumes that “some are my neighbors and some aren’t.” - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    It's Just Beginning

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 19, 2007
     | 1,914 views

    We like to excuse ourselves while we accuse others. John, the Baptizer called everyone to turn from their ways and turn to God.

    Matthew 3: 1 – 12 / It’s Just Beginning Intro: As I spoke with our son, Richard, I could hear our granddaughters crying in the background. I asked him what was happening and he said they were both hungry and they were getting ready to feed them. He said, “I had not idea being a parent was going ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Deepening Depravity Series

    Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,189 views

    This sermon looks at the DEEPENING DEPRAVITY found in the human heart and in the world, and asks do we have any excuse? How will God react?

    “Rom 18 – 32. “The heart of the problem” Nothing keeps a person away from Christ more than the unwillingness to see their need and to admit to it: As Jesus put it, “Its not the healthy who need a doctor but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous but sinners.” By this statement he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Praising God 101

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Dec 12, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,833 views

    Three solid reasons given in th etext to give God the Praise that is His. Without excuse, we all should Praise the Lord.

    Praising God 101 Psalm 150:1-6 KJV Introduction: The first and last of the psalms have both the same number of verses, are both short, and very memorable. But the scope of them is very different: the first psalm is an elaborate instruction in our duty, to prepare us for the comforts of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment. James 2:8-13 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 21, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,427 views

    When we excuse ourselves for our prejudices of color, education, culture, or status, we undo the love mercy of God in our lives.

    A church painting- A church decided to paint their building. It had become a bit dingy over the years, but the church members felt that a complete painting was a bit expensive, so they bought only as much white paint as they thought they might need. After painting the front of the building they ...read more

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