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  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    A Little Encouragement, Please!

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 16, 2008
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     | 5,282 views

    Encouragement is in short supply...the church is on short rations without it.

    1Now concerning the times and the seasons, brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anything written to you. 2For you yourselves know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. 3When they say, “There is peace and security,” then sudden destruction will come upon ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Giving To Please God Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,916 views

    Both the Old and New Testament have much to say about how money and possessions can be used to further God’s Kingdom or how it can literally destroy a person’s joy and hope. The goal of this sermon is to allow the Scriptures (Phil 4:14-23) to teach us som

    Overwhelmed by Need Two weeks ago, Milt Hanson and I took our children to Cornerstone Music Festival. We enjoyed the fellowship, the great weather, and were inundated with incredible Christ-honoring music for four days. But we were also overwhelmed by the opportunities to give. In between main ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Please Stand Up!

    Contributed by Robert Cox on Dec 1, 2006
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     | 3,569 views

    It’s time to make a stand for Jesus!

    2 Thessalonians 2:1Now we beseech you, brethren, by the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and by our gathering together unto him,2That ye be not soon shaken in mind, or be troubled, neither by spirit, nor by word, nor by letter as from us, as that the day of Christ is at hand.3Let no man deceive you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Importance Of Pleasing Faith Series

    Contributed by Scott Thomas on Oct 15, 2013
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     | 15,833 views

    The Importance of Faith is a series on the importance of Pleasing Faith, Perfect Faith, Personal Faith, Prized Faith, & Practiced Faith

    SERMON SERIES THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH Sermon 1 The Importance of Pleasing Faith Hebrews 11:1, 5-6 1 Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. 6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Get In Line Please

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Apr 24, 2010
     | 3,234 views

    God can produce what he needs when he needs it.

    GODS PRODUCTION LINE Acts 2 1And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. 2And suddenly there came a sound from heaven as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled all the house where they were sitting. 3And there appeared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pleasing Our King Series

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Feb 3, 2014
     | 4,225 views

    Why is it that we do what we do? It must be because we want to please our King and to do what He reveals. This lessons shows us what we need to keep in mind if we want to please King Jesus.

    Scripture Reading: Philippians 2:5-11 INTRODUCTION My next five lessons, Lord willing, will be on the topic of Bible Authority. I have titled the Series “Pleasing our King.” Our first lesson will be the introduction to our series which, Lord willing, will include lessons on what we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Please Release Me

    Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 28, 2012
     | 14,043 views

    This dear woman, as Jesus called her, despite her situation, which plagued her for 18 years, was in church - she continued to be in the synagogue on the Sabbath. I may have heard a similar message to this many years ago, but if I did, I do not know who i

    Please Release Me Scripture: Luke 14:10-16 Do you remember this song? (Sing) “Please release me, let me go. I don’t love you anymore. To live together is a sin, so release me, and let me love again.” We’re not going to discuss the poor theology of the meaning behind ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God Pleasing Faith.

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Sep 8, 2013
     | 7,283 views

    Everyone has faith, everyone has mustard seed faith like it or not and we cannot get through one single day without living by faith. Yet there are many different kinds of faith, and we want to home into God pleasing as that is the one that gets results.

    This sermon was delivered to both St. John’s and St. Oswald’s, Scottish Episcopal churches in Girvan and Maybole on the 11th August 2013. Prayer: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts be acceptable to you O Lord. Amen. Introduction: Everyone has faith, everyone ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    "Faith That Pleases God" Series

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 13, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,349 views

    Sermon 22 in a study in HEBREWS

    “And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him. NASB “For by it the men of old gained approval” We will be wise, going into this great chapter about faith, to look behind us and be reminded ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Worship That Pleases God Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 18, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,614 views

    The shepherds and the magi demonstrate the kind of worship that is pleasing to God.

    Beginnings are really important. Just think about how many great literary works are known by their opening words. Let’s see if you can identify a few of them: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times…” [A Tale of Two Cities] “All children, except one, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Pleasing Life Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Sep 8, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,644 views

    Each of us need do be shown and encouraged how to live the God Pleasing Life thereby finding favor with men and seeing many saved.

    THE GOD PLEASING LIFE Acts 2:42-47 INTRODUCTION: A. One of the best known phrases in Christendom is from the Westminster Catechism “Man’s chief end is to glorify God and enjoy Him for ever!” 1. What a wonderful thought, isn’t it 2. It is a thought John Piper really brings to light in his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Plan To Please Him

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 3, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,172 views

    One of our New Year’s resolutions out to be to please the Lord, and this message gives us some practical ways to do that.

    Plan To Please Him Text: I John 3: 22 Intro: At this time every year, we hear a lot about New Year’s resolutions. Generally, the resolutions people make have to do with things about themselves they would like to change. They cover the spectrum of human life, from losing weight to simply ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Simpson avatar

    How To Please God

    Contributed by David Simpson on May 29, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,746 views

    A message on faith. It is absolutely impossible to please God without faith.

    Sermon May 6, 2018 Lanier Christian Church – David Simpson How to Please God Hebrews 11:6 How can I please God today? More than likely, you did not wake up this morning with that on your mind. For most of us, our first waking thought is: “What do I have to do today?” with the emphasis on “I.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Troy Horne avatar

    Please . . . Pass The Salt

    Contributed by Troy Horne on Sep 29, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,630 views

    Salt is more than just a flavor for a meal. It is also the sign of our relationship with God.

    17th Sunday After Pentecost Mark 9:38-50 “Please . . . Pass the Salt” [Read text] 1. Ushers, can you help me out this morning. I want you pass something out to the congregation as we begin this morning. [Ushers pass out individual salt packets]. I think there should be enough for every ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Giving To Please God Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 14, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,175 views

    Because we’re partakers of grace and partners in the gospel, we’re to participate in giving to God’s work by practicing joyful generosity.

    Giving to Please God Philippians 4:14-23 Rev. Brian Bill April 12-13, 2025 When I was growing up, my mom insisted that my sisters and I had to write thank you notes whenever we would receive a gift. To reinforce this, she would tell us we couldn’t use the gift we were given until the note was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist