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  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    Invitation To An Encounter With God

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018
     | 4,380 views

    It is certainly possible for us to miss the presence of God wherever we are, and be immersed in many other activities. How about being focused on seeking an encounter with God?

    Good evening. I realise that there are three categories of people here. First category are the new students who are eager to know what lies ahead of them. You are all charged up, all excited to be part of this great institution that you have joined. Second category is mixed lot of old students, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    Encountering Jesus-Peter Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jun 14, 2011
     | 10,725 views

    Part 4 of a 5 part series on the lives of those who were changed from an encounter with Jesus

    Encountering Jesus - Peter Text: John 21:15-23 Subtext: John 18:15-18, 25-27 This message is part 4 of a 5 part series on Encountering Jesus and was preached by Rev. Mike Brown Student Pastor at Calvary Assembly of God Peter had many encounters with Jesus. Let’s look at a few of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rodney Langley avatar

    Elijah Encounters God

    Contributed by Rodney Langley on Sep 10, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,199 views

    A look at Elijah and the events on Mount Horeb as recorded in 1 Kings 19.

    Lesson on 1 Kings 19 by Rodney Langley September 2, 2011 Introduction and Background Elijah was a prophet of God who proclaimed the word of God during the reign of the wicked king Ahab and his wicked wife Jezebel. In the previous chapter, we see Elijah going up against the prophets of Baal in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Soul Encounter With Jesus

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,802 views

    Proposition: In our story we meet a man who had a soul encounter with Jesus. Mark shares with us that : 1. Jesus joyously receives him. 2. Jesus loves him and blesses him 3. Jesus invites him to experience true holiness.

    Scripture: Psalms 90:12-17; Hebrews 4:12- 16; Mark 10:17 - 31 Theme: Soul Encounters Proposition: Meeting Jesus one on one. In our story we meet a man who had a soul encounter with Jesus. Mark shares with us that : 1. Jesus with joy receives him. 2. Jesus loves him and blesses his ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Encounter Of Openness And Truth

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 28, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,320 views

    It is God who sets things in motion, and God who opens hearts to the Gospel.

    THE ENCOUNTER OF OPENNESS AND TRUTH. Acts 16:9-15. It is a bit of a cliché, but ‘when God closes one door, He opens another’. This was certainly the experience of Paul and his companions: Silas (cf. Acts 15:40), Timothy (cf. Acts 16:1-3), and Luke (cf. Acts 16:10). We are not told how, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Norman Bernad avatar

    The Burning Bush Encounter Series

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 23, 2020
     | 3,733 views

    Imagine you’re taking a walk on a lonely hillside on a hot summer day. A furze bush catches fire, but instead of burning up it keeps on burning! That would take your attention and make you think, “What’s going on? Is someone trying to say something to me?”

    The Burning Bush Encounter 1. Exodus 2.1-15 2. Exodus 3.1-5 3. Ps. 116 Illustration: A missionary to Africa many years ago told of a woman who came to every service, accompanied by her dog. She would sit on the outside, next to the aisle. At the end of the service, when the pastor gave the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Close Encounter With God Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 30, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,837 views

    When God in His grace reveals Himself to you, respond with gratitude.

    For many people, their experience of worship is like that of Mr. Bean. Take a look (Show Video: Mr. Bean Falling Asleep at Church, www.youtube.com/watch?v=6B1V1PFsyho). Mr. Bean settles into his pew with a smile on his face, anticipating the sermon—but the rest of the congregation blankly stares ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    An Unexpected Encounter With God.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 2, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,729 views

    A ladder of God's devising, connecting heaven and earth. Prefigures the Cross.

    AN UNEXPECTED ENCOUNTER WITH GOD. Genesis 28:10-19a. GENESIS 28:10. Jacob had defrauded his brother Esau of both his birthright and his blessing. So now Jacob was on the run from his brother Esau, headed back in the direction of the city which their grandfather Abraham had left behind so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Gospel Encounters Idolatry Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 2, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 255 views

    Acts 19:21-41 shows us how God’s sovereign power confronts idolatry, calling his people to trust him and continue proclaiming the gospel boldly, even in the face of opposition.

    Introduction In today’s text, Acts 19:21-41, we encounter a city in turmoil—a riot ignited by the powerful disruption of the gospel. Ephesus, a hub of idolatry and cultural pride, was shaken not by force or political movements but by the transformative power of God’s truth. Acts 19:21-14, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Barnabas Park avatar

    "Do You Love Me?” (The Interests Of Jesus Resurrected.)

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 8, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,672 views

    The account of Jesus' personal encounter and conversation with Peter after His resurrection reveals His interest in dealing with Peter, but also with us for whom He died. For Peter and us to love Him is the most important matter to Jesus.

    “Do you love Me?” (The Interests of Jesus Resurrected.) John 21:15-17 When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?”He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” He said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 16 He said to him a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Jesus Transforms

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025
     | 219 views

    Transformation is at the heart of the gospel. Jesus does not only save; He changes lives completely. When a person encounters Jesus, they are never the same again. He takes the broken, the lost, and the weak and turns them into vessels of honour.

    JESUS TRANSFORMS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." – Romans 12:2 Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ezekiel 36:26, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Kurt Heisey avatar

    Personal Prophecy Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,802 views

    This is first of a series on discerning the will of God and looks at how we should handle "words for God" that we or others think come from the Lord. It helps us determin what is of God, our self, or the enemy to deceive us.

    Discerning Prophecy 10/6/2002 I. Intro to Rom. 12:1-2... the will of God A. Prerequisites 1. Therefore... (11:33-36) in light that God is awesome, more than you can imagine 2. Offer self as a living sacrifice (12:1)... living for God, not for self. 3. Do not conform to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    A Personal Inventory

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 19, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,179 views

    The end of a year means the beginning of inventory for many businesses. It is also a good time to take inventory of our lives before we adopt any New Year’s resolutions.

    A PERSONAL INVENTORY “The young man said to Him, ‘All these things I have kept from my youth. What do I still lack?” Matthew 19:20. For many businesses, the end of the year is the beginning of inventory. It is also a good time for us to take inventory of our spiritual life and the degree of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    Be A Postive Person

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,156 views

    This is not a warm fuzzy feel good sermon

    BE A POSITIVE PERSON Date: March 10,2002 AM Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Phil. 2:1-8 Introduction No matter where you go what you do or who you are around. No matter how hard you try you just cannot get away from negative talk & negative people. Negative, negative, negative, that’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Thompson avatar

    The Personalities In The Parade

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 13, 2002
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,431 views

    There are three distinct personalities that particpated in the Parade to Calvary on the triumphant entry into Jerusalem. This message examines the importance of obedience, even in what appears to be an insignifcant detail.

    “The Personalities of the Parade” Mark 11:1-10 • Larry L. Thompson (2002) “. . . Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord” “As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, [2] saying to them, "Go to the village ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist