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  • Jeremy Poling avatar

    Friend Of God

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012
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    God calls us His friend.

    Friend Of God John 15:15 Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you. Hushai ? The latter half of I Chronicles chapter 27, details the names and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Will Of God For Individuals Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 22, 2012
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    God's will for each individual is to say yes to Jesus. How does that play out though. God's primary will for everyone is for each individual to konw Him. Read on to find out how that is practically lived out.

    Intro: Many of us as believers can take a test and answer yes to questions like, did Jesus die for your sins, did he rise from the dead, is Jesus coming back to earth? Pastor and author Bruce Larson says that he grew up saying yes to these types of biblical doctrines. But eventually he sensed that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Will Of God For The Church Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 29, 2012
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    God's will for the church is for us to be the bride and body. As the bride we experience Him. As His body we exalt Him.

    Intro: Paul was very clear that the redemption, adoption, and indwelling of the Holy Spirit in the church was to bring glory to God. Ephesians 1:6,12,14. (Read) Our main goal and vision is to 1 Corinthians 10:13 “whether then you eat or you drink do all to the glory of God.” That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Longsuffering Of God

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 30, 2012
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    If God was not longsuffering, the bible would've ended in three chapters. No one would've been here to read it except God and the unfallen angels. Oh how He loved us so! I am alive today for one reason; "The Longsuffering of God".

    Introduction: This is a subject near and dear to my heart. When I consider how much God loves me, my soul cringe within. I could be dead, but for the longsuffering of God. I have been through numerous experiences that placed my life on the verge of death. The Lord has delivered me from the mouth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Merciful God

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 2, 2012
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    I. EXORDIUM: Have you been merciful to someone else? Have you received mercy? Mercy or just sympathy? (w/ no action to help) II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show GOD's mercy is much better than our mercies.

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you been merciful to someone else? Have you received mercy? Mercy or just sympathy? (w/ no action to help) II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show GOD's mercy is much better than our mercies. IV. TEXT: Deuteronomy 4:31 For the Lord your God is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "God's Garden"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 3, 2012
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    sermon about remaining in Christ, peace through affliction and bearing fruit.

    “God’s Garden” John 15:1-8 I’ve been told that a rose bush, left to itself, will get all straggly and tangled, and grow in on itself. And if left in this condition, it will produce a bunch of not-so-good roses. It will, quite literally, get in the way of its own ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    God Is In Control Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012
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    To believe that God is in control is huge (especially for us 'control freaks'). It takes a lot of faith and even more surrender, but when taken by faith it opens up a world of peace and hope.

    I must admit that at the moment I write this, my faith in God's sovereignty is being tested so severely, I struggle to finish the first paragraph.* I wish I could say the great truth of God's sovereignty was a bedrock of my life - but I confess to have great trouble accepting it - much less ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Is Faithful Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012
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     | 10,675 views

    In our day of broken promises, dirty politics, corporate mergers, made-to-be-broken sports contracts, meaningless marital vows we don't see much real faithfulness. How's this for faithfulness? Luke 16:17

    For the last 36 years, Don Gorske of Fon Du Lac, Wisconsin, has eaten a Big Mac for lunch - every day. Over 23,000 in total. He doesn't miss a lunch. He's predictable. Where do you think he'll be today at about noon? You guessed it - at McDonald's! But Don has nothing on God. God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Incarnation Of God Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Jan 5, 2012
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     | 4,973 views

    The Son of God became a man so that men could become the sons of God.

    Incarnation: means 'in the flesh' (refers to when God put on human flesh and became Man) The Son of God became a man so that men could become the sons of God. The Truth of the Incarnation If you read John 1, you will see that John begins with some big-time, major claims about who Jesus is and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Voice Of God

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 5, 2012
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     | 7,688 views

    Sunday After Epiphany Year B

    Psalm 29 / The Voice Of The Lord Intro: . Recently, I saw a commercial for computer software that types whatever the person says into a microphone. That commercial got me to thinking about voice recognition. Personally, I’m not very good at recognizing voices over the phone. Thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God With Us Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 10, 2012
     | 5,173 views

    The good news of Christmas is that God loved us and became one of us.

    John 1:1-14 INTRODUCTION Many of us have experienced the miracle of birth. We’ve gathered around the nursery window in the hospital, and pressed our noses against the glass as we view the latest addition to the family. We’ve marveled that the child has all the necessary arms and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Longsuffering Of God

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012
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     | 6,198 views

    Forbearance is that character of God which causes Him to withhold punishment when it is justly due; to restrain His wrath, when it can be righteously poured on His enemies. Forbearance is the consequence of God’s abundant goodness. Longsuffering is forbea

    Intro: God’s goodness is upon all His works. “The earth is full of the goodness of the Lord.” (Psa. 33:5b) “The Lord is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works.” (Psa. 145:9) Forbearance is that character of God which causes Him to withhold ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Sovereignty Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 11, 2012
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     | 13,516 views

    God has no equal, therefore we bow and worship Him. God is our Lord, therefore we surrender and submit to Him. God is in control, therefore we trust and obey.

    Isaiah 44:6-8 The Sovereignty of God 15Jan2012 1539 If you ask me what gives me the greatest security in life – I would say the understanding of the sovereignty of God. • That is, that ALL things (not just some things) are under God’s rule and control, and that nothing happens ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Dwellings Of God

    Contributed by Madai Holdsworth on Jan 23, 2012
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     | 4,842 views

    An outline of the various dwellings of GOD throughout the Bible

    I. WATER- Genesis 1:2 Runs, transmits electricity, it leaves an impression, gives life, cleanses, helps restore. II. EDEN- Genesis 3:8 It had fruit, it had multiplication (2:10) III. ARK OF NOAH- Genesis 6 Survived the great flood. Firm in the storm. It was a means to salvation. IV. MOUNT ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Speaking God

    Contributed by Hubert Joseph on Jan 30, 2012
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    An examination of Genesis 1 in the context of Divine Communication

    THE SPEAKING GOD OBSERVATION AND ANALYSIS Gen. 1:3 "And God said," 1. This phrase is repeated at least ten times in the first chapter. 2. God is a speaking God -- a communicator 3. God is a creative communicator a. "Let there be - and there was" 4. God is a powerful communicator 5. God is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan