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  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Three Important Questions To Consider

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 8, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,180 views

    Though God is always near His children, our spiritual eyes may be blinded from seeing Him.

    THREE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER “Oh, that I knew where I might find Him, That I might come to His seat!” Job 23:3 I. CAN GOD BE FOUND? Many children of God, both before and after Job, have felt a sense of having lost God. Though God is always near His children, our spiritual eyes may be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Freed

    Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Nov 15, 2000
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,333 views

    We as the people of God have been healed, saved, and freed to be those who bring healing and salvation to the world

    God has always wanted a relationship with humanity. If we look from the beginning of our faith history, from the account of creation to the very end of the scriptures, in Revelation, it becomes apparent that God desires to have his dwelling with us. This is the story of the tabernacle, this is ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Waiting--The Place Of Expectation

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jan 14, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,559 views

    Our perspective on what it means to "wait" is characterized by passivity. God wants us to wait expectantly.

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! "Waiting--The Place of Expectation" Pastor Jerry C. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Strong And Courageous

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 27, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,900 views

    When the Hebrews reached the land of promise, Joshua is repeatedly told to "be strong and courageous." This lesson looks to ways that we can develop the strength and courage we need in trying, challenging times.

    1. Feeling Overwhelmed -- Abraham Lincoln: "I have been driven many times to my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go. My own wisdom and that of those about me seemed insufficient for the day." 2. Creation -- Noah -- Abraham -- Moses -- Wilderness -- Joshua and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    John’s Question

    Contributed by Dan Finch on Dec 25, 2010
     | 10,598 views

    Everybody wants to be a winner and be on the winning team. John the baptizer was afraid that he was mistaken about Jesus because he saw him headed toward a cross. We are still a lot like John. Following Jesus is often not about winning.

    It’s hard to be sure when you are in pain It’s easy to be confident when things are going well – when you are young, strong – LeBron James for instance, went on TV and had a whole show just to say that he was going to the Miami Heat. Look at me, look how confident I am. This is going to be great. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Favor Of God Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 3, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,318 views

    God gives us grace to forgive our sins. But how many of us miss out on His favor for daily living because we ignore His promises and principles revealed in the Bible. We need to see God clearly and apply His truths daily.

    Intro: I remember my brother in law Curtis coming up with the best app of all time. There was a bug on the wall and he grabbed his phone and said “I got an app for that,” and proceeded to smash the bug with his phone. With the introduction of the I Phone, I Pad and all the smart phones and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Facing The Giant Of Discouragement Series

    Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on May 25, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,049 views

    This is sermon four of Facing Giants Series.

    “Facing the Giant of Discouragement” Text: Joshua 1:6-9 6 Be strong and of a good courage: for unto this people shalt thou divide for an inheritance the land, which I sware unto their fathers to give them. 7 Only be thou strong and very courageous, that thou mayest observe to do according to all ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Let's Join Him

    Contributed by Matthew Sutman on Mar 17, 2010
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,197 views

    Based on "Experiencing God", this shows how to prepare to join God in His work.

    Let’s Join Him! We learned that God is always at work doing something. We also learned that He loves us completely and wants us to love Him just as much. Now, if we DO love Him and we see Him doing something, we should want to join Him. He really wants us to join Him and invites us to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Spiritual Resilience

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 19, 2020
     | 9,396 views

    How do we bounce back after a terrible experience? King David helps us to see.

    Spiritual Resilience Resilience Synonyms: Flexibility, pliancy (pliable), recoil, snap, pliability, elasticity Resilience is desirable because ? [Enables you to bounce back after a struggle or loss; enables you to adapt to change, which is one of the few constants in life. Have you ever tried ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Why We Pray Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 3, 2024
     | 1,105 views

    Prayer is more than a religious duty; it is the heartbeat of our relationship with God. Understanding why we pray can transform our prayer lives, making them more vibrant and meaningful.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, I want to delve into an essential aspect of our Christian walk: prayer. Prayer is more than a religious duty; it is the heartbeat of our relationship with God. Understanding why we pray can transform our prayer lives, making them more ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Song In The Night – Trusting God's Love Through Darkness Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,342 views

    Psalm 42:8 carries profound encouragement for those who are navigating through the dark nights of the soul.

    The Song in the Night – Trusting God's Love Through Darkness Introduction Today, we dive deep into the rich waters of Psalm 42:8, a verse that carries profound encouragement for those who are navigating through the dark nights of the soul. Psalm 42:8 (NLT) says: “But each day the Lord pours ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Storms Brewing

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 15, 2022
     | 1,541 views

    A sermon for the Sunday after Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 20

    August 14, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Jeremiah 23:23-29; Luke 12:49-56 Storms Brewing Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. I’m a fan of the Tony Hillerman murder mystery series. The stories take place on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Don't Be Solicitous!

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 28, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,612 views

    God is more than able and capable of meeting our needs and to empower us to keep our lives focused on eternity.

    IT HAS NEVER FAILED! SO, WHAT THAT MEANS IS THAT 100% OF MOST THINGS I HAVE FRETTED, WORRIED ABOUT, OR WAS ANXIOUS AND TROUBLED OVER NEVER HAPPENED OR TURNED OUT THE WAY I HAD THOUGHT IT WOULD. I WASTED A LOT OF TIME ON NOTHING! WHAT SADDENS AND SHAMES ME THE MOST, IS THAT WITH SUCH DEEP SEATED ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    The Spirit Filled Church In 2016

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 9, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,627 views

    QUESTIONS: ➢ What should we expect for this New Year? ➢ I am convinced that our church family has a lot of potential, but what should we do differently this year? ➢ Or do we keep doing what worked for us in 2015?

    THE SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH IN 2016 Sville – 01.03.16 I am curious to know what your personal thoughts are for our church, NEW LIFE in the year of 2015. What will you remember about last year? What did God accomplish in your personal life last year? What about your spiritual life? “Let me tell you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Fr. Frank Gough avatar

    Faith To Move Mountains

    Contributed by Fr. Frank Gough on Oct 27, 2016
     | 10,253 views

    Growing your faith in action

    In our reading from the gospel today, The apostles said to the Lord, "Increase our faith!" And the Lord said, "If you had faith like a grain of mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, 'Be uprooted and planted in the sea,' and it would obey you. Then Jesus speaks about a servant doing ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican