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  • Rodney V Johnson avatar

    Don't Open The Door

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 17, 2021
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    This message is about the doors we have open that gives Satan an opportunity to enter our lives and cause havoc. God has empowered us to resist the devil and close doors to him.

    Don’t Open The Door! Scriptures: Genesis 4:6-7; First Peter 5:8; Revelations 3:20 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Don’t Open The Door.” New Light, as we go through 2021 I want to encourage all of us to walk in the authority that God has given us through His Son Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Heaven’s Praise To God’s Final Preparations Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 8, 2023
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    Seeing how God prepares for judgment is critical, and a vital lesson for us today. If we die without Jesus as our Savior, the judgment is the same: to be discarded from His presence and put into the same category as this world.

    Alpha and Omega, Part 43, Revelation Part 20 Heaven’s Praise to God’s Final Preparations Revelation 15:1-8 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - Last time we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    'heaven’s Citizens And Human Government' Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 14, 2024
     | 606 views

    'Heaven’s citizens and human government' - Romans chapter 13 verses 1-7 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). the Christians role with government (vs 1&5) (2). the rule of government (vs 1b-2) (3). the reason for government (vs 3-5) (4). the response to government (vs 6-7) (5). the rival against government (vs 5b) SERMON BODY: Well, the new government is up and ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Baptism Of Jesus

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013
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    Meeting Jesus in the waters of baptism.

    THE BAPTISM OF JESUS. Matthew 3:13-17. The baptism administered by John was with a view to the repentance of sins. So, immediately, we are challenged with the thought: why did Jesus make the journey from Galilee to Jordan to be baptised by John (Matthew 3:13)? After all, as John would argue ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Keys To Heaven And Hell Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 17, 2011
    based on 170 ratings
     | 59,061 views

    Is it only Peter who got the "keys" to the Kingdom of Heaven? And what does it mean to "loose and bind" as Jesus told them they could do?

    OPEN: A husband and wife arrived at an automobile dealership to pick up their car but they were told that the keys had been accidentally locked in it. They went to the service department and found a mechanic working feverishly to unlock the driver’s side door. As the wife watched from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church In Heaven With Christ Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,044 views

    week 11 in a Wednesday evening study through the book of Revelation

    WEEK 11 “The Church In Heaven With Christ” Date: August 21, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation: 4:1-11 Introduction In these past weeks we have seen the history of the church in the seven churches of chapters 2-3. Now from this point on the church is no longer mentioned until ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven On Earth Encounter

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 21, 2025
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    Heaven-on-earth encounters are God's way of bringing divine change to human circumstances.

    HEAVEN ON EARTH ENCOUNTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Genesis 28:12-17 Supporting Texts: John 1:51; Revelation 21:3; Isaiah 64:1; Exodus 33:14-15; Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Throughout Scripture, we see moments when the divine invades the natural—when the God of heaven comes down to ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Highway From Heaven

    Contributed by David Roth on Jan 24, 2015
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    Epiphany 2 B. Jesus calls Nathanael as a disciple telling him that he will see angels ascending and descending on the Son of Man, a reference to Jacob's Ladder. Christ has united us to the Father, a bridge, ladder, or highway connecting earth and heaven.

    “Highway from Heaven” Epiphany 2 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. Connections. Our lives seem to be all about connections. Our homes need utilities – water, gas, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Heaven Is A Physical Place

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 17, 2015
     | 7,473 views

    CONSIDER THE POSSIBILITY OF A PHYSICAL HEAVEN.

    HEAVEN IS A PHYSICAL PLACE LUKE 16:19-31 TODAY WE ARE GOING TO LOOK AT THE QUESTION “IS HEAVEN A PHYSICAL PLACE?” THERE IS SOME CONTROVERSY OVER THIS ISSUE. SOME PEOPLE BELIEVE THAT HEAVEN IS ON AN ENTIRELY SPIRITUAL REALM WITH NO PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS AT ALL. THERE IS A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven Comes To Earth Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 581 views

    The main idea is that the kingdom of God is available to everyone, regardless of their status or background, and it is about heaven coming to earth and transforming lives.

    Today, we're gonna talk about Christmas! But not just any Christmas story, we're gonna dive into the real meaning behind it and how it's all about heaven coming to earth. So, let's get started! Here’s what I want you to walk away with: Christmas is about God's kingdom breaking into our world. ...read more

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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    For Heaven’s Sake, Don't Quit!

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 13, 2021
     | 3,566 views

    Paul was Timothy’s spiritual mentor. Many of the things we find instilled in Timothy’s life were placed there by Paul.

    For example, so many of the things we do, are the result of our parents instilling certain values within us as a child. For example: • Some vote for the same political party their parents voted for. They would not think of changing political parties, because that was the political party their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Welcome To The Kingdom Of Heaven

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 26, 2023
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     | 1,958 views

    Who is Jesus referring to in the Beatitudes - or the Welcome? How does this change how we do Church?

    Scripture: Matthew 4:23-5:11 Theme: This Is Who We Are Title: Welcome to the Kingdom of Heaven INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Have you ever thought what you would have written down for others to read had: +You been a follower of Jesus for the 3 ½ ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Heaven Came To Earth

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 19, 2015
     | 3,997 views

    God sends heaven to earth through his son.

    HEAVEN CAME TO EARTH Matthew 2: 1 Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judaea in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, 2 Saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Heaven's Door Is Narrow

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,948 views

    Pentecost 14 (C) - Heaven’s door is narrow. By only trusting in God’s grace alone will believers live to make every effort to enter.

    HEAVEN’S DOOR IS NARROW (Outline) September 6, 2009 -- PENTECOST 14 -- Luke 13:22-30 INTRO: Today Jesus points out that the door to heaven is narrow. This does not mean that heaven is full. The Lord’s will is to see all mankind saved. But not all people are saved! Why? When left on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "The Throne Of Heaven" Series

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 27, 2009
     | 4,402 views

    Lessons from Revelation chapter four

    “The Throne of Heaven” November 2, 2009 Revelation 4 After this I looked, and there before me was a door standing open in heaven. And the voice I had first heard speaking to me like a trumpet said, "Come up here, and I will show you what must take place after this." At once I was in the Spirit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness