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  • Kerry Haynes avatar

    Hearing More Clearly From God Series

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 14, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,874 views

    The story of the boy Samuel provides clues to hear more clearly from God: we need to cultivate our environment, obey with what we do know God wants, and listen with a servant's heart. In doing so, we set ourselves up to be better listeners and obeyers.

    1 Samuel 3:1-20 Hearing More Clearly from God Prophets with a Purpose – week 1 Today we’re starting a five-week series I’m calling, “Prophets with a Purpose.” A prophet or prophetess is someone who speaks for God. In a way, I’m a prophet as I deliver this message. When you encourage or correct ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Big Things Come In Small Packages

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 18, 2015
     | 5,669 views

    God wants us to pray when we are in a difficult situation, but he also wants us to act. Pick up the phone Ask for help from a family member or friend. Learn some new skills. Don’t get discouraged. Don’t sit there passively.

    There is something that is somewhat ironic in the passage about the shrewd money manager from Luke’s Gospel that we heard today. The irony is that the manager was praised for doing something that appears to be wrong, but in fact he had the foresight to plan for his future by preparing for the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When Worship Becomes Empty Words PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 113 views

    The sermon urges us to approach God with reverence, listen before speaking, and honor our promises, trusting that God shapes the world through prayerful hearts.

    There’s a hush that falls on the heart when we remember who God is. The ancient preacher of Ecclesiastes takes us by the hand and leads us into that hush. He knows about rushed mornings and restless nights. He knows about hurried hands and harried hearts. And he whispers a needed word to weary ...read more

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    Dear Friends...test The Spirits

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 4, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,405 views

    EASTER 6(B) - Dear friends, believers, are to test the spirits in order to recognize the Spirit of God and then listen to the Spirit of God.

    DEAR FRIENDS…TEST THE SPIRITS (Outline) 1 JOHN 4:1-11 - May 1, 2005 - EASTER 6 INTRO: Today’s text talks about tests. As believers we are to put those entrusted with the message of salvation to the test. The message from God that men proclaim is to be just that – God’s message. The only way ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Call Me

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 8, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,287 views

    If we will humble ourselves before God in prayer... and if we will listen to God’s voice when He speaks to us...

    The Power of Prayer I’m sure most of you will remember the sniper incident that terrorized the Washington area for awhile. Before they caught the snipers, they managed to kill 10 people and wounded 3. What you may not know is, prayer played a vital role in bringing that situation to an end. 50 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Woman With A Dream

    Contributed by James May on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 22 ratings
     | 14,988 views

    Pilate’s wife had a dream. If he had only listened what a difference it could have made in their lives.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Seer Wars" Episode Iii: Revenge Of The Sith Series

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 1, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,809 views

    How does God deal with our cries of anguish? He patiently listens and then gives us what we need.

    “Lord, I can’t go on. My life is pointless. Please, just take it from me.” The prayer of someone in the midst of chemotherapy? Perhaps. The cry of an adolescent who doesn’t feel she fits in? Maybe. The plea of God’s champion prophet? Surprisingly. Last week in Episode II of our sermon series “Seer ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Time With God's Word Series

    Contributed by Kent Lenard on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,388 views

    This sermon deals with the importance of spending time in God’s Word, and focuses on improving the way we listen when it is proclaimed

    The Habit of Time With God’s Word Col 3:9, John 8:31 - 32, 2 Tim 3:16-17, Rom 10:17, Mark 4:9, James 1:19, James 1:21, Isa 55:11, Heb 2:1, James 1:22, 25 October 28, 2003 I. Last week I said we cannot be a disciple without being disciplined. There are four habits specifically that we need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Stewards

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 27, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,257 views

    The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving.

    Biblical Stewardship Thesis: The American Christian is in financial crisis because they have not stopped, looked and listened to God’s teaching from the Bible on Giving. Text: Book of Malachi Outline of Book: I Love You 1:1-5 I See You 1:6-2:9 I Know You 2:10-4:6 Key verses: 1:2, “I have loved ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Mar 3, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 21,881 views

    Listening to the voice of Jesus, who laid down his life for his sheep, is the only way to enter into eternal life.

    “The Good Shepherd” John 10: 1 – 18; Ezekiel 34: 11 – 16; Psalm 23 Introduction: Of Sheep and Shepherds Ask the children: What kind of animal would you like to be? Why? Have you ever noticed that no one ever says that they want to be a sheep? Why is that? Does anyone here know what sheep are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The Heart Of A Disciple? Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 84 ratings
     | 28,241 views

    Comparison of Peter and Judas shows that a true disciple: holds to belief, not doubt; listens to the Word, not the world; lives by the Spirit, not the flesh.

    Discipleship Series # 4 (#3 unavailable) What is the Heart of a Disciple? John 6, 13, 15 SCRIPTURE READING: John 6: 60-71 INTRODUCTION: Imagine a church that grows from a dozen members to well over 5,000 --- in just 3 years. They have strong leaders, enthusiastic members, and a fantastic ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith Comes By Hearing

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,476 views

    This message is about the value of putting God’s Word into our lives. Particulary, it was to promote actually listening to the Bible on tape.

    January 5, 2003 Romans 10:17 ¡§Faith comes by hearing¡¨ INTRODUCTION A new year has begun, and with the coming of the new year, many people make new year¡¦s resolutions. One man called his parents to wish them a happy New Year. His dad answered the phone. "Well, Dad, what¡¦s your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sonic Whisper

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Jul 9, 2004
    based on 23 ratings
     | 2,713 views

    This sermon looks at mistakes we make and hints we can find from Elijah’s experience in listening to God.

    Sonic Whisper Learning to Listen to God I Kings 19:9-13 Have you ever been in a spot where God was hard to find? Where you just wanted answers but no answers seemed evident? Have you ever been in a spot where you just needed to hear from God? Well Elijah was in just such a predicament when we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Following The Spirit's Lead Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,859 views

    The more we learn to listen to the Holy Spirit, the more God will use us to help others come to know Him.

    Following the Spirit’s Lead Acts 8:26-40 Intro: Do you ever feel guilty for failing to be an effective witness for Jesus? How many times have you been told that you need to introduce the Lord to your neighbors, friends, and acquaintances, but you have to admit that you’ve not been very ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ray Ellis avatar

    God Still Speaks Today

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jan 22, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,917 views

    Prayer is as much about listening as it is about talking to God. This message encourges members of the congregation to participate in small prayer groups.

    God Still Speaks Today I Samuel 3:1-10 In First Samuel we find the people of Israel have gone back to their old ways of being indifferent toward their Creator. Their leader at the time was the high priest, Eli, an old man whose eyesight has begun to go bad. Unless something changes Eli will ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist