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  • Simon Bartlett avatar

    Reflection D.2 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Revelation. Checking Our Orientation; The Court Sits.

    Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Jun 5, 2020
     | 1,454 views

    There are four main ways people approach Revelation. We need to get our initial orientation right. The start of the process to bring in Jesus' kingdom - the court sits.

    When I was in my twenties I worked as an engineer on power station construction projects. On one occasion a colleague was overseeing the construction of a concrete foundation for a very large fan. The foundation was many metres long and approximately rectangular. Unfortunately, after pouring the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Raises Ordinary Men For Extraordinary Purposes Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 2, 2025
     | 229 views

    Many people feel disqualified or unworthy of being used by God because of their background, mistakes, or lack of qualifications. However, throughout Scripture, we see a consistent pattern: God delights in raising ordinary men and women to accomplish extraordinary things.

    GOD RAISES ORDINARY MEN FOR EXTRAORDINARY PURPOSES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Chronicles 11:10-47 Supporting Texts: Judges 6:11-16, 1 Samuel 16:11-13, Acts 4:13, 1 Corinthians 1:26-29, 2 Corinthians 4:7 INTRODUCTION: Many people feel disqualified or unworthy of being used by God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Owens avatar

    On T.a.r.g.e.t.

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2009
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     | 6,480 views

    In this sermon, I discuss our mission and a practical plan for staying on target.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a truck driver who was hauling a load of 500 penguins to the zoo. 1. Unfortunately, his truck broke down. 2. He eventually waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take the penguins to the zoo. 3. Later that day the first truck driver got his ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Will Happen

    Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016
     | 19,821 views

    Paul's shipwreck yields lessons about God's purpose for our lives.

    It Will Happen If you have your Bibles, turn to Acts Chapter 27. This is the second week in our series called Don’t Stop. based on the scripture… Heb 10:36-37 You need to persevere so that when you have done the will of God, you will receive what he has promised. If you were here ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fueling Our Bod Without Forgetting Our God Series

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Jun 30, 2025
     | 253 views

    What is your favorite food and why? What if you could incorporate Biblical truths about eating that would improve your health and help keep God in mind. Get ready to discover some ways to glorify God in our eating habits!

    Fueling our Bod without Forgetting GOD 1 Corinthians 6:12-13, 10:23-33 We continue this morning with our annual church theme, Living a Holy and Wholesome Life. The theme is taken from 1 Thessalonians 5:23: May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Scott Spencer avatar

    Walk With Care Series

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Feb 14, 2015
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     | 8,245 views

    We all know how easy it is to become distracted. We also know what can happen when we are distracted. The world can be a dangerous place. We all know that. And that is why we exhort one another to be careful.

    Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ~Part 20 Our Identity In Christ Ephesians 5:15-17 15. Therefore be careful how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, 16. making the most of your time, because the days are evil. 17. So then do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. . ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    "Virtue": Our Pursuit For Our Growth Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 7, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,381 views

    Let us make every effort to add to our faith moral excellence.

    Have we ever said these words? “I know my life doesn’t look like a Christian’s life should look, but I do believe in God.”[1] People who say those words are what Pastor Craig Groeschel called Christian atheists or “people [who] believe in God but live as if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For I Know

    Contributed by Tamela Walker on Sep 1, 2014
     | 11,825 views

    Understanding that God has already laid a plan for each of our lives. We just have to allow him to order our Steps

    Jeremiah 29:7-14 And seek the peace of the city whither I have caused you to be carried away captives, and pray unto the Lord for it: for in the peace thereof shall ye have peace. For thus saith the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel; Let not your prophets and your diviners, that be in the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Thankfulness Moves Us To Action"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 20, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,686 views

    God initiates our salvation for a purpose. What is that purpose?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches October 23, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree “Thankfulness Moves Us to Action” Ephesians 2:8-10 INTRODUCTION: If you were found lying along the side of the road dead, WHY would you go to heaven? You have probably heard people say about someone, “I know he will get to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Faces In The Crowd: Simeon Series

    Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 4, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,634 views

    Countering our tendency to feel as though we are simply a "face in the crowd", this series focuses on several characters in the gospel story that were mentioned only briefly and yet they were used by God in amazing ways.

    "Faces in the Crowd: Simeon" Luke 2:25-35 Opening Question: “Has there been a time or period in your life where you felt as if you were simply a face in the crowd – insignificant, unimportant? Would you say that at one time or another in your life, you have struggled sensing your worth or your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Henson avatar

    Personality, Purpose And Power Through Prayer-Luke 9:18-36 Series

    Contributed by Ken Henson on Feb 1, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,582 views

    Jesus knew His identity, and gained strength to take the cross through prayer. Through this He was glorified. We will only see the glory of God if we will also take up the cross and embrace God's will for our lives, finding our identity in Him.

    918 And it happened, as He was alone praying, that His disciples joined Him, and He asked them, saying, “Who do the crowds say that I am?” 19 So they answered and said, “John the Baptist, but some say Elijah; and others say that one of the old prophets has risen again.” 20 He said to them, ...read more

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    Pursuing God’s Noble Purpose

    Contributed by Carl Palatino on Feb 14, 2012
    based on 14 ratings
     | 8,241 views

    How to pursue God's Noble purpose

    Pursuing God’s Noble Purpose 2 Timothy 2:21-24 Introduction: Godlessness and worldliness were invading the church. If the church failed to fulfill its purpose, God's truth would cease to go out into the world. The church would fail if its leaders failed to expound God's truth to the saints ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Was John's Purpose For Writing His Gospel? Series

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 13, 2016
     | 4,841 views

    This message informs the hearer of the purpose of the gospel, and by so doing direct them to study the gospels in order to know what kind of life Jesus has for them.

    The Junior Bible Quiz Sermon Series What did John say was his purpose for writing his gospel? But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Messiah, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. John 20:31 Purpose: This message informs the hearer of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Walking In God’s Purpose For Your Life

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 17, 2025
     | 813 views

    Every human being is created with a divine purpose. God does not create anyone without a reason.

    WALKING IN GOD’S PURPOSE FOR YOUR LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:4–10 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:28–30, Proverbs 19:21, Ephesians 2:10, Isaiah 46:10, Psalm 138:8 INTRODUCTION: Every human being is created with a divine purpose. God does not create anyone without a reason. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Showing Our Love For Jesus

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Dec 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,262 views

    Examines the primary means of displaying your love for Christ - Obedience. Examines how to study your Bible.

    SHOWING OUR LOVE FOR CHRIST It’s that time of year again, and in spite of the best efforts of some college presidents, homeowners’ associations, and local governments, manger scenes, Christmas tress and lights are sprouting up all over the place. There may not be any snow on the ground around ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist