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  • Brad Bailey avatar

    Seven Hinderances To Intimacy With God

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 18,895 views

    Looking at the process of ENJOYING INTIMACY WITH GOD.

    SEVEN HINDERANCES TO INTIMACY WITH GOD Brad Bailey - February 13, 1994 This morning we’re going to continue looking at the process of ENJOYING INTIMACY WITH GOD. We’ve looked at how Jesus taught us to find and structure those “special places” of prayer. I’ve had some wonderful times of solitude ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have Salt In Yourselves Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Nov 19, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 11,964 views

    Comparison of Salt and Sugar, as to which is better... then realize we are called to be salt - nor sugar

    Pentecost 19 have salt in yourselves Mark 9:38-50 † In the Name of Jesus † God’s gifts of mercy and peace, are given to you, because of our Lord Jesus Christ. AMEN! Sugar or Salt Question for you old time movie folks. Was it Mary Poppins or Sound of Music, that had the female lead singing a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Here I Come, Ready Or Not! Spiritually Asleep!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 14, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,033 views

    Jesus is coming back for His church. Are we ready and waiting? Let us look at some characters in the Bible that had trouble with spiritual sleep.

    HERE I COME READY OR NOT! BE READY --- MAKE PLANS --- BE VIGILENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. READY: With preparation. Easily secured. Complete, in a fit state. Willing, inclined to resolve, within reach. A plan, prepared, vigilant, alert, urgent. I. THERE IS A PREPARED PLACE FOR A PREPARED ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Give Me This Mountain

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 7,336 views

    Learn from the example of Caleb: (1) Don’t focus on your misfortunes, trust God; (2) Follow the Lord wholeheartedly and you will be rewarded; (3) Be strong in the Lord, because this will bring blessings to others.

    Have you ever suffered because of someone else mistakes? • And you’ve wasted time, efforts, or even money, all because someone did not do it right. • You suffered because of another person’s mistakes. You feel that you have been treated unfairly. • But frankly, life is unfair. No one is immune ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Will You Choose? Decide Wisely Who You Will Follow.

    Contributed by William Tan Yh on May 23, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,330 views

    In our walk with Jesus, there comes a time when we will have to decide whether we want to follow Jesus all the way or will abandon our walk mid-way. This is a challenge which Jesus posed to his disciples,"Do you also wish to go away?" (Jn 6:67)

    Title: What will you choose? Scripture passage: Jn 6: 25-68 Introduction: In year 2000, I went to Disney world in Tokyo together with my family. As usual we went to the different rides and had a good time there. Then we come across a gigantic dome that looks so inviting and when we ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Partnering On The Journey

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 14, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,163 views

    The earlier followers of Jesus were known simply as “followers of The Way.” The way of Jesus is a way of peace, a way of mercy, and a way of grace. Christianity is more than simply an ethic or a philosophy. The early disciples lived together and broke

    Introduction The loaded station wagon pulled into the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leaped from the vehicle and began feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rushed off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Honoring Our Fathers

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,548 views

    Earthly father should follow the example of our heavenly Father.

    HONORING OUR FATHERS LUKE 15:11-32 ILLUSTRATION THE IDEA FOR CREATING A DAY for children to honor their fathers began in Spokane, Washington. A woman by the name of Sonora Smart Dodd thought of the idea for Father’s Day while listening to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909. Having been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    There's Always A Critic Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,142 views

    A message from an expository series from the book of Galatians.

    From comment cards to online customer service surveys our culture encourages us to be critical of everything from food to services. I know, it comes in the package with freedom. It’s a first amendment thing. Recently Time Magazine featured an article entitled “When Everyone’s a Critic.” The ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is In Your Hand?

    Contributed by Milo Velebir on Jul 26, 2007
     | 4,613 views

    God will be able to use you in a mighty way if you give to God what you have under your control. Full dedication of everything that you are and everything that you have is the way to fulfilling God´s purposes for your life.

    Introduction CALLING 1. Last week we spoke about the story how God called Moses from the burning bush to become the deliverer of the Israelites from the Egyptian slavery. It was pretty strightforward matter: God provided something to get Moses´ attention; kind of fireworks = burning bush; ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

    Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 1, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,251 views

    How can we attain purity in a world that is anything but pure? By being purified by Christ, having a pure devotion to Christ, and living a pure life that flows from these.

    Blessed are the Pure in Heart Matt 5.8 "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God" Purity is not very fashionable nowadays. • Camera advert - deception is a common theme in advertising • Free sex is an assumed part of society • God is unwanted in public life But Jesus says it is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rob Willis avatar

    Bringing Peace... Series

    Contributed by Rob Willis on Dec 11, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 9,819 views

    This is the second message of Advent, but I crafted it in conjunction with a missionary presentation we had at our church using Isaiah 52:7 - this sermon would be helpful in this setting.

    When we began the service this morning, we read from Isaiah 52 – on the screen behind me is verse 7 (let’s read it together): How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of the messenger who brings good news, the good news of peace and salvation, the news that the God of Israel reigns! Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Leading Man, A Man's Man

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 8, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,451 views

    A leading man attracts all kinds of people. A leading man must have a backbone.

    A Leading Man, A Women’s Dream, A Man’s Man, is someone that is adored by the women and respected by the men. Who is this man? A leading man attracts ALL kinds of people to themselves. When looking for a leader, don’t mix-up Meek with week. Meek; mild: showing mildness or quietness of nature, is ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Part Of God's Team: Our Primary Identity Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 21, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,755 views

    We can fellowship with God and His workers around the world, no matter where we are.

    Part of God’s Team: Our Primary Identity (2 Thessalonians 3:1-5) 1. Immaturity begins with birth: at first, it is all about us. 2. Some mature more than others. 3.Typically, we then are wrapped up in our families, which are extensions of ourselves. Some never advance beyond this. 4. If so, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • David Owens avatar

    Faithful In Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 25, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,360 views

    Being faithful to God includes being faithful in prayer. To be faithful in prayer requires that we understand that prayer is expected, effective and must not be exhausted.

    A.We’ve been talking about God’s faithfulness and our faithfulness. 1.We have been reminded of the fact that we are called to be faithful. 2. That call is not a call to perfection, but a call to consistency and reliability. 3. All of this calls for the need to be faithful in attendance and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Richardson avatar

    On Deposit ! ! (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Series

    Contributed by David Richardson on Nov 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,994 views

    Ephesians 1:13-14 give us an initial glimpse at what we have ON DEPOSIT in The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God

    Series Title: The Heavenly Reserve Bank of God(Ephesians) Message Title: On Deposit (Ephesians, Chapter 1) Scripture: Ephesians 1:13-14 (Ephesians 1:13) And you also were included in Christ when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation. Having believed, you were marked in him ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel