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  • Paul Clemente avatar

    God Is A God Of Covenants Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 28, 2008
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    God’s covenant through Abram was about the Hebrews getting to the Promised Land of Canaan and it was a precursor to the final covenant through Jesus Christ!

    God tells Christians in 1 Peter 1:18-19, For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you from your forefathers, but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. A great hymn ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Story 19 An Altar-Ed State

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Feb 11, 2014
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    When the Jews returned from captivity the first item rebuilt was the altar. They renewed their worship of God as he took the initiative to restore them to their place in His Land.

    1. CHANGING YOUR MIND Little Sarah was at her first wedding and gaped at the entire ceremony. When it was over, she asked her mother, "Why did the lady change her mind?" Her mother asked, "What do you mean?" "Well, she went down the aisle with one man, and came back with another one." Changing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Seeking The Praise Of God Or Men

    Contributed by Paul George on Jun 9, 2006
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    The subject matter in these verses focuses on giving, praying and fasting. The initial reading of the passage will show that the basic teaching of Jesus will be to avoid the seeking the praise of men and to seek to please God.

    Seeking the Praise of God or Men Matthew 6:1-18 The subject matter in these verses focuses on giving, praying and fasting. The initial reading of the passage will show that the basic teaching of Jesus will be to avoid the seeking the praise of men and to seek to please God. The first four verses ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Responding To God’s Revelation

    Contributed by Kumar Aryal on Oct 26, 2020
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    Today we will be studying psalm 19, and our message is entitled, ‘Responding to God’s Revelation.’ The word “revelation” implies the fact that God must make Himself known to us. In other words, we cannot know God on our own. So, revelation must come from God’s initiative.

    Good Morning Everyone! Today we will be studying psalm 19, and our message is entitled, ‘Responding to God’s Revelation.’ The word “revelation” implies the fact that God must make Himself known to us. In other words, we cannot know God on our own. So, revelation must come from God’s initiative. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Has God Done For You Lately?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 1, 2009
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    God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives, and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt gratitude and praise.

    Title: What Has God Done For You Lately? Text: Ephesians 1:3-14 The Big Idea: God is the initiator of mercy and grace in our lives and so much so that all we can do is respond with heartfelt praise. Introduction: My son and son-in-law and I watched the Bronco game against San Diego on Sunday… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Entire Bible In Miniature Form Series

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Mar 11, 2008
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    This message examines five points that come directly from John 3:16. Four of these points have to do with God, and one has to do with us. 1. God’s initiation of salvation 2. God’s motivation in salvation 3. God’s inclusion in salvation 4. God’s

    Let’s open our Bibles this morning to John chapter 3. We’ve been studying in John 3 for several weeks now; we’ve seen from verses 3-7 that the requirement of salvation is to be born again, we’ve seen from verses 15-16 that the method of salvation is Jesus’ death and our faith in Him, and we’ve seen ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Friend Of God

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 5, 2014
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    A Friends Day Focus explains the doctrine of Reconciliation and invites you to become a Friend of God.

    Sermon Notes September 21, 2014 A Friend of God James 2:23 Today is Friends Day, so I thought I would share with you some thoughts about friendship and our friendship with God. My best buddy growing up was Darrell. In the summers we worked working in the Kitchen at the WOL RANCH. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    First Thank God Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 14, 2007
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    Initial sermon of interim pastorate. As Paul lived into relationship with God prior to theologizing, I thank God for the faithfulness in the congregation’s history; for mutual enrichment in its diversity; and for coming victory when no one need be ashame

    God is not a problem to be solved. God is a mystery with whom we are to live. God is not an equation to be worked out in mathematical precision; God is personal, with whom we connect. God is a who, a where, and a when -- acting, living, and doing; and if God is sometimes a what and a why, an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    89. The Love Of The Father Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 18, 2018
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    It is the love of the Father that has initiated this whole process of creating a holy people within whom He can come and dwell

    89. IN GOD'S IMAGE - THE LOVE OF THE FATHER This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Opening Up The Ancient Gates

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025
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    Some spiritual gates and doors control access to destinies, blessings, and divine encounters. These gates can either open to allow divine intervention or remain shut, causing stagnation and delay.

    OPENING UP THE ANCIENT GATES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 24:7–10 "Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. Lift up your heads, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When You Run Ahead Of God’s Plan Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Sep 26, 2022
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    There was great initial acclaim for King Saul. His kingship was dramatically renewed at Gilgal. Now we come abruptly to the end of King Saul’s glory days. As a result of Saul failing the test the dynasty will pass from his family.

    If you have ever been in a situation where you must totally wait on and trust God, then you know how hard that can be. King Saul found himself in one of those situations where he must trust God. This will be a test of his character as king of Israel. He is Israel’s first king ending the period of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    How Is Your View From The Bridge? Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 30, 2006
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    God has called us to take the initiative in bringing reconciliation.

    How Is Your View From the Bridge? Text: Gen. 33:1-20 Introduction 1. Read Gen. 33:1-20 2. Illustration: God’s love is like a bridge that makes reconciliation possible. If you take away the bridge, the separation remains. George Herbert said, “He who cannot forgive others breaks the bridge ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Gary Regazzoli avatar

    72. The Church - Love Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018
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     | 5,116 views

    God the Father initiated His purpose of creating a community of people, His children, who would share in the life and love of the godhead.

    IN GOD'S IMAGE 72 - THE CHURCH - LOVE This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Walking With God"

    Contributed by Keith Bunch on Jan 5, 2003
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     | 88,888 views

    What does it mean to walk with God?

    TEXT QUESTION: What does it mean to walk with God? Walking with God means to go in God’s direction. 1. God’s way is clearly Marked (1 John 2:6) "whoever claims to live in Him must walk as Jesus did." 2. God’s way is always the best way. (Psalm 1) "Blessed is the man ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    God’s Design For The Family

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
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    God has designed the family

    Genesis 2:15-25 Introduction: Illustration “Two Paddle Boats” I. The Family Is Divine in Origin. Illustration “Mishaps” A. God created human beings in His own image. - “Then God said, ‘Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness’… So God created man in His own image; He created him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist