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  • Michael Otterstatter avatar

    How Is God’s Word Like Rain And Snow?

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 1, 2022
     | 3,590 views

    “A lamp.” “A fire.” “A hammer.” “A sword.” “Spirit.” “Life.” “Truth.” “Seed.” “Milk.” “Solid food.” These are all descriptions of God's Word. Isaiah adds two more images to the list. Rain and snow.

    “A lamp.” “A fire.” “A hammer.” “A sword.” “Spirit.” “Life.” “Truth.” “Seed.” “Milk.” “Solid food.” What am I talking about? Throughout the Scriptures the Word of God is compared to different things. Each of those comparisons helps us better understand the power and purpose behind what ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Answer The Call" Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 21, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,608 views

    (Outline is from a message by Rick Warren) While God uses many means to speak His will to us, this message examines four primary ways to hear God.

    Introduction: I. Last Sunday we spoke of the need to “Cultivate a Heart to Hear God” A. If, and we believe God does speak; as His sheep, we should be able to hear Him. B. If, and we believe God does speak; we should be able to discern what He has said. II. The premise of last Sunday’s message ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brian Bill avatar

    How To Pray For A Nation Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003
    based on 85 ratings
     | 49,684 views

    Let me give you my proposition right at the beginning: “God’s people following God’s plan receive God’s promises.” When we do what God says we will enjoy His promises. We are blessed when we do things God’s way. Let’s explore together about what the Bib

    How to Pray for a Nation Happy Independence Day! You are part of the faithful remnant that has remained behind this holiday weekend. As we focus on our nation this morning, it’s good to be an American, isn’t it? • Only in America…do banks leave both doors open and then chain the pens to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Cross The Red Seas In Your Life

    Contributed by Wm. Darryl Scott Sr D.d. on Nov 14, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 35,818 views

    How Moses dealt with opposition and fear as He trusted God to deliver the children of Israel from Pharoah’s evil scheme!

    HOW TO CROSS THE RED SEA IN YOUR LIFE EX. 14:13 THERE ARE TIMES IN OUR LIVES…WHEN WE LIKE THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL FACE A RED SEA CROSSING. IT IS SUCH A TIME AS THIS THAT WE VISIT THIS MORNING WITH THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL. AS YOU KNOW, FOR 430 YEARS GOD’S PEOPLE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Long? Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Dec 13, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,283 views

    Elijah asked the question which needs to be asked of God's people today..."How long will you sit on the fence?"

    HOW LONG 1 Kings 18:21 • The first message today is the first message of the church. “Jesus saves.” The second is likened unto the first, “Jesus and Jesus ONLY – SAVES.” The Bible records the very words of our Lord Jesus (John 3:16 & John 14:6). What does ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    How To Dwell In Jesus’ Love Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 2, 2009
    based on 94 ratings
     | 26,700 views

    To be connected to the Vine means that the life of Jesus is flowing in us & through us, & this leads to fruitfulness. Fruitfulness will be the inevitable outcome of an inner spiritual life with Jesus.

    JOHN 15: 7-11 HOW TO ABIDE [DWELL] IN JESUS’ LOVE [John 8: 31-35] We have learned that fruit-bearing is a byproduct of abiding in Christ for as Jesus said, “Apart from Me you can do nothing” (15:5b). Having an inner relationship with Jesus (as a branch is nourished and strengthened by a vine), ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Honor Our Father

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 19, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,409 views

    As believers we are to show honor both to our earthly fathers and to our Eternal Father. The biblical word for honor means "to give great weight to; to hold as valuable." Proverbs 23 tells us how we can show honor to our Father.

    How to Honor Our Father Proverbs 23:22-26 Introduction: The observance of Father's Day provides an opportunity to express a special thank you to our fathers for their unconditional love and affection. Celebrating Father's Day makes fathers feel that they are loved, appreciated, and valued by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Hear The Voice Of The Lord Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 30, 2012
     | 9,505 views

    Message about Authentic Christianity: Those who listen to the leading of His Spirit.

    Title: How to Hear the Voice of God Theme: To show how to hear the voice of the Lord and to listen Text: 1 Samuel 3:1 Introduction Over the last month or so we have been talking about Authentic Christianity. We have been working on an understanding about what it is to be an authentic ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    331 - Away From The Crowd

    Contributed by Joel Vicente on Oct 16, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,522 views

    How to hear and see God’s will.

    Sermon # 331 – “AWAY FROM THE CROWD” Three stories that teach us to be alone with God: Mark 7:32-35 -- There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and they begged him to place his hand on the man. [33] After he took him aside, away from the crowd, Jesus put his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Phillips avatar

    Revival In A Desert

    Contributed by Brian Phillips on Nov 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,021 views

    This sermon shows how God bring’s revival through His supernatural leadership and our obedience

    “REVIVAL IN A DESERT” (Acts 8:26-40) INTRODUCTION: It has rightly been said, “Our God is an awesome God.” But, it can also be said that our God is a peculiar God. (“peculiar” = Having a character exclusively it’s own) Our Lord is peculiar in that there is no one like Him nor can anyone fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "How To Weather The Storm”

    Contributed by Nakia Smith on May 9, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,011 views

    Everyone goes through trials and tribulations; however, those who remain steadfast in God’s Word have the advantage of patiently enduring knowing that God gives them victory every time.

    Everyone goes through trials and tribulations; however, those who remain steadfast in God’s Word have the advantage of patiently enduring knowing that God gives them victory every time. (Isaiah 40:31) Weather- to undergo or endure the action of the elements A. Know what to do when the storms ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    What Is Hurting Today's Church?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 27, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,077 views

    A sermon calling the church to focus on building God’s kingdom rather than focus on our comfort. This was given after a short message from a Gideon speaker.

    Back in the first part of the last century, Cumberland College of Kentucky was playing football with a rival, and they were totally out of their league. They were losing miserably because the opposing team was bigger, stronger, and more intimidating than they were. One of their players fumbled ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    How To Be Thankful PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 358 views

    This sermon explores the transformation from seeking worldly fulfillment to finding true contentment, nourishment, and strength in knowing and serving God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space and time. We are here to share, to listen, to grow, and to understand more deeply the profound truths of God's Word. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a passage from Hebrews. It's a passage that speaks to us about choices, about discernment, and ...read more

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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Used Healing In His Ministry

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,957 views

    Many people fail to understand God’s greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag Jesus into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He said, "This blind ma

    How Jesus Used Healing in His Ministry John 9:1-9:38 Many people fail to understand God’s greater purposes for physical suffering. Instead of allowing the disciples to drag Jesus into a complicated discussion about sin and suffering, Jesus stated an important fact about sickness when He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Reaching People For Jesus Strategy

    Contributed by George Crumbly on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,439 views

    Getting all of the church involved in God’s work

    REACHING PEOPLE FOR JESUS STRATEGY by George E. Crumbly MATTHEW 28: 18-20 Reaching People for Jesus Strategy April 17, 2005 AM Sheridan, Arkansas George E. Crumbly MATTHEW 28 INTRO: I am so glad that I went to the REACH Conference Tuesday at Little Rock First Church. It gave me a “SECOND” ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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