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  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Listening For God And Others Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 14, 2024
     | 870 views

    listening is an art and a lot of people do not have the gift.

    Help Wanted: Relationship or Religion part Two listening for God and to others James 1:19-25 Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us this morning. If you would turn in your bibles to James chapter 1:19-25 Read from Bible We started a series last week entitled Help Wanted: ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Chaos Vs. Listening

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 15, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 630 views

    We live in a day when chaos has become a norm. One reason chaos reigns is because we don't seem to listen and hear others. SHEMA: LISTEN AND ACT.

    CHAOS VS. LISTENING By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) Proverbs 20:12 The hearing ear, and the seeing eye, the LORD hath made even both of them. Proverbs 20:12 (MSG) Ears that hear and eyes that see— we get our basic equipment from GOD! Is there a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    No Screaming, Lots Of Listening

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 8, 2025
     | 327 views

    We might make the fiery preacher John the Baptist into our kind of Messiah. Energize by screaming at folks.

    Feast of the Baptism of Jesus 2025 Sometimes in our reflections we might think that if God just made a few changes in the way He engineered our salvation, things might have gone better. Isaiah predicts that the Messiah would come gently, not screaming His message, giving people who were broken and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "Listening, Learning, Loving”

    Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025
     | 151 views

    Today we celebrate the Installation of Church officers for the year.

    “Listening, Learning, Loving” “Where there is no vision, the people perish” Proverbs 29:18a KJV Intro: Today we celebrate the Installation of Church officers for the year. With a Reaffirmation or Remembering of your Baptism. Every one of you is called to Christian service by the higher ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    New Year - 2013

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 31, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,930 views

    Friend, you cannot fight the enemy with a complacent spirit! A passive attitude will not conquer and possess! Are you listening to me?

    Begin with a bang! Possess the land - 2013! Leviticus 20:24 But I have said to you, "You shall inherit their land, and I will give it to you to possess, a land flowing with milk and honey." I am the LORD your God, who has separated you from the peoples.” Friend, you cannot fight the enemy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Short, Sweet And Ignorant

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,138 views

    There is common phrase that is often heard from people who have attended weddings, baby dedications and other religious ceremonies, "That was short and sweet, just like I like it."

    Short, Sweet and Ignorant The Consequences of Not Wanting To Hear From God The Bible says, "Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. To draw near to listen is better than to offer the sacrifice of fools, for they do not know that they are doing evil." (Ecclesiastes 5:1) There is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Listening To God Lesson 3 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023
     | 988 views

    Having the right attitude to hear and understand God’s voice.

    “Samuel was sleeping in the Tabernacle near the Ark of God. Suddenly the Lord called out ‘Samuel.’ He answered, ‘what is it?’ He ran to Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called again …’what is it?’ Eli … ‘go back to bed.’ The Lord called a third time … Eli … told Samuel to say, ‘speak Lord, Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Listening And Moving: The Path To Blessings SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 552 views

    Waiting on God and moving when He tells us is a sign of obedience. He blesses those that are sensitive to His guidance and accomplishing what He desires for our lives.

    In times of trouble and uncertainty, we often find ourselves waiting on God for answers, guidance, and breakthroughs. It can be challenging to trust in His timing and direction, but when we do, we experience His blessings and fulfillment in our lives. Today, we will explore the importance of ...read more

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    Go! And Listen: When God Speaks, Do You Listen? Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 22, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 193 views

    How often does God speak, and we walk by distracted? The problem is not divine silence. The problem is human busyness.

    Go! And Listen: When God Speaks, Do You Listen? INTRODUCTION When God speaks… do you listen? Most people hear noise every day, but very few actually listen. A few years ago, a violinist stood in a busy railway station in Washington D.C., playing exquisite classical music. Nearly 1,100 people ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Say Less, Listen More PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 945 views

    To encourage believers to trust in God's protection and guidance, especially during trials, emphasizing the power of stillness and surrender in strengthening faith.

    Good morning, beloved friends. It's a joy and a privilege to gather together in this sacred space, a place where we are united by our shared faith and our shared love for our Savior. As we gather here today, I want you to take a moment to still your heart, quiet your mind, and simply be present in ...read more

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    God Is Speaking But Are You Listening? Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 19, 2002
    based on 196 ratings
     | 65,000 views

    Principles on listening to God taken from the call of Samuel.

    A Study of the Life of Samuel Sermon # 3 God Is Speaking But Are You Listening? 1 Samuel 3:1-21 I am still amazed at how God works the messages from two separate series to coincide so perfectly on any given Sunday. This morning we looked at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Wants Us To Be Initiators Instead Of Remaining As Passive Recipients

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,697 views

    The Lord expects us to initiate opportunities with the power of the Spirit to bring others to a saving and growing faith in our Lord Jesus. It is not enough to passively receive what He gives freely. "Freely we have received, therefore, freely give."

    Illustration: We love because He first loved us. (I JOhn 4:10) Illustration:John Wesley traveled 250,000 miles on horseback, averaging twenty miles a day for forty years; preached 4,000 sermons; produced 400 books; knew ten languages. At eighty-three he was annoyed that he could not write more ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Waiting For My Change? (Doing Nothing)

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 14, 2020
     | 5,550 views

    It might insane to wait for a change in your life and your family and do nothing to bring about that change. We need a navigation system to bring about change. God needs your action to launch real change.

    WAITING FOR MY CHANGE… (doing nothing) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Proverbs 22:28 Remove not the ancient landmark, which thy fathers have set. HAVE YOU EVER LOST SIGHT OF THE GOAL? WE NEED UNDERSTANDING AND WISDOM… BEYOND HERE… WHAT MAKES YOU THINK --- IF YOU ARE NOT ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Self Control Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 3, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 949 views

    This sermon on Self-Control explores the transformative journey of aligning our responses with God's truth, emphasizing the power of assertiveness over passivity or aggression, fostering respectful communication, and recognizing that true self-control comes from Christ.

    Self Control Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons When faced with difficult or unpleasant situations, what kind of self-talk goes through your mind? Are you the type of person who tends to be passive, avoiding confrontation to the point of internalizing your frustration, replaying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Made New - Listening Anew Series

    Contributed by Ken Gehrels on May 22, 2001
    based on 70 ratings
     | 4,696 views

    How do we hear God speak to us?

    Made New - Listening Anew Bible Reading: John 14: 23-29 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Recently, I heard of a chap here in Ottawa who was offered a job with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed