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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Motives For Giving Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 13, 2023
     | 3,573 views

    It is important for us not just to give to the Lord, but to give with the right motives. Jesus rebukes those who gave with the wrong motives, so we need to carefully consider our motives and how our motives align with God’s purposes and glorify God.

    What motivates people to give? You could read about results of research on this topic about what part of giving is motivated by self interest and what part is motivated by serving others. Our interest here is not the human psychology side of giving motivation, but the biblical motivation. What do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God’s Sovereignty In Human Choices Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 4, 2025
     | 192 views

    While human beings are given the ability to choose, it is God who remains supreme over all outcomes.

    GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY IN HUMAN CHOICES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 9:15-24, 1 Samuel 8:4-22 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:21, Romans 9:15–18, Daniel 4:35, Isaiah 46:10, Genesis 50:20 INTRODUCTION: The tension between divine sovereignty and human choice is one of the most profound ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    4 Important Elements Of Prayer

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 11,579 views

    To consider what Jesus said were important elements of our prayer life from the Lord’s Prayer Model

    For SBC Philippi 7/4/04 am 4 Important Elements of Prayer Matthew 6:9-15 Primary Purpose: To consider what Jesus said are important elements in our prayer life. This is perhaps one of the most familiar passages of Scripture to us, commonly known as the Lord’s Prayer. In many churches, it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wiles Of The Devil

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 31, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,210 views

    Satan is the master of deception and is planning your demise. A word study on the word "wiles" and how that impacts our lives.

    IT DOESN’T MATTER IF ONE IS PLAYING CARDS WITH FRIENDS, ENJOYING A PICK-UP GAME OF BASKETBALL AT THE GYM, OR EVEN LENDING SOMETHING OF VALUE TO A FRIEND, NOBODY LIKES IT WHEN SOMEONE IS CAUGHT CHEATING, TRYING TO MANIPULATE THE RULES, BREAKS OR FAILS TO RETURN WHAT WAS BORROWED. WE HATE CHEATING. ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Pray Before You Say Or Pay (The Consequences)

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 10, 2016
     | 4,154 views

    People manipulate opinions with their tongues. Offensive words cause people to get offended and not return to church. People must repent to control the out of control fires they start.as words have consequences.

    Pray Before You Say Or Pay (The Consequences) Kelly Durant 9-11-16 James 3:2 For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same is a perfect man, and able also to bridle the whole body. 3 Behold, we put bits in the horses' mouths, that they may obey us; and we turn about ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Greatest Help You Can Give Series

    Contributed by Rick Brown on Mar 5, 2008
     | 3,576 views

    Third in 4 part series on prayer acrostic P.R.A.Y. PRAYING FOR OTHERS IS ONE OF THE MOST POWERFUL AND WONDERFUL GIFTS GOD BLESSES US WITH.

    “THE GREATEST HELP YOU CAN GIVE” NEHEMIAH 1:4-11 INTRO: CAME ACROSS A FUNNY STORY ABOUT PRAYER. 1974 MONDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL GAME, MIAMI DOLPHINS PLAYING THE CINCINNATI BENGAL’S. HOWARD COSELL, ON TV. PRE-GAME PRAYER BY METHODIST PASTOR. “OUR FATHER, WE GIVE YOU THANKS FOR THE JOY AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Misunderstood God: The Needy God Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Apr 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,843 views

    God does not seek fulfillment at your expense; God seeks your salvation and completion at His expense.

    THE MISUNDERSTOOD GOD: THE NEEDY GOD** 1 CORINTHIANS 13:1-5 Big Idea: God does not seek fulfillment at your expense; God seeks your salvation and welfare at His expense. INTRO A few weeks back we began looking at 1 Corinthians 13 from a bit of a unique perspective. I have suggested to you that ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Everyday Prophets - Zechariah Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 10, 2021
     | 2,447 views

    Zechariah reads a lot like the Book of Revelation with a series of dreams and visions. We hear of four horsemen on patrol, four horns and four blacksmiths.

    Everyday Prophets – Zechariah March 14, 2021 Israel has now returned from Babylonian exile and Zechariah is encouraging the people to rebuild the temple that’s been destroyed. God had promised to restore Israel and bless them. At this point, those blessings were nowhere to be found. People were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Wrestling With God Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 23, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,236 views

    In the darkness, which we all feel at times, Jacob wrestles with God. He asks for assurances of blessing (which he already had), but instead, he gets God! Jesus also wrestles in the garden, giving up control, and God raises him from the dead.

    WRESTLING WITH GOD—Genesis 32 (Children’s Message: afraid of the dark?) Are you afraid of the dark—or the darkness? Maybe the darkness is in the hospital, or a war zone, or you found yourself jobless or on the edge of bankruptcy. Maybe the darkness was anguish over children, or marital ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Temptations And Trials Series

    Contributed by Michael Whitt on May 2, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,021 views

    becoming God’s friend means living a life of faith. Becoming a main of faith is a process and this process includes temptations and trials.

    TEMPTATIONS AND TRIALS: BECOMING A FRIEND OF GOD Genesis 12:4-13:4 Attention: Chippie the parakete --- Max Lucado story. Owner was on the phone, vacuuming out bird cage. Accidently vacuumed bird. In a rush, she opend the vacuum cleaner up. Bird was covered in dust. Like any good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Bauer on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,087 views

    God does answer prayer if we ask, seek, knock.

    The Power of Prayer There is a priest in Dublin, Ireland named Father Foster He tells about the day he parked his car on a rather steep slope close to his church. His little terrier was lying on the back seat and could not be seen by anyone outside the vehicle. Father Foster got out ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Unbelief Series

    Contributed by J. Brad Campbell on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,407 views

    the third sermon in a series dealing with things that hinder our prayer life

    HINDRANCES TO PRAYER ------------------------------------------------- LESSON #3: UNBELIEF TEXT: JAMES 1:5-7 REVIEW: What was our lesson last week? Stubbornness What is stubbornness towards God? When you close your ears to a message of truth and refuse to change. Why do pastors have to preach ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Series

    Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,260 views

    Do you think God ever changes His mind?

    Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Questions For God: Do You Ever Change Your Mind? Exodus 32:7-14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 27, 2008 I am beginning a new series of messages ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Actions & Consequences Series

    Contributed by John Barr on Sep 13, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 7,215 views

    Overcoming obstacles that have defeated us in the past. Joshua had to help Isreal overcome Jericho in order to inhabit the promised land. Based on the book of same title authored by Gary Inrig. Sermon 2 in series

    ACTION & CONSEQUENCES Is it possible to fail while relying on God? Number 14: 20-24; 39-45 1) Actions Brings Consequences (vs. 39-40) a) Sin of Presumption (vs. 44) presumption means "overstepping bounds; taking liberties" Proverbs 19:21 "Many are the plans in a man’s heart, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Unlocking The Strength Of Prayer Through Fasting SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,095 views

    Every believer can enhance their prayer life by incorporating the practice of fasting, thus multiplying their effectiveness in spiritual matters.

    In any building project, having the right tools and knowing how to use them is crucial for success. Just as a skilled builder brings a van full of tools to a construction site, believers have been given a powerful tool by God to enhance their prayer life: fasting. Unfortunately, many Christians ...read more

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