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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    I Ascended Back To Heaven Lesson 11 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2018
     | 2,490 views

    What Jesus did after ascending back to Heaven

    Note: The Bible by Jesus will be used throughout this lesson unless otherwise noted after each Bible reference. A. WHAT HAPPENED AT THE ASCENSION? 1. The forces took Me to heaven. a. I was passive. “I was received up” (Acts 1:2). “I was taken up” (Acts 1:9). “Heaven received Me” (Acts 3:21). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dying To Self

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jan 25, 2008
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     | 28,005 views

    Growing in intimacy with God is more than external works of prayer or love, it is dying to our agendas, fleshly desires and ego’s. Today we will look at how dying to oneself opens the door to a new life of intimacy with God.

    “Dying To Self” Romans 6:4 01/27/2008 by Dcn. Chris Nerreau READ PASSAGE “Dying To Self” INTRODUCTION: May the words of my lips and the meditation of my heart be always acceptable in thy sight, giving praise, glory and honor to Your name our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen! Have you ever asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Jack Perkins, D.Min., LADC, CSAC, CCLC avatar

    "i Am": Jesus' Greatest Declaration

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Sep 17, 2021
     | 1,766 views

    Jesus said, “I am,” he knew what lay ahead for himself and those who would follow him. “I AM!” is a declarative statement that few can make with the kind of authority and confidence that Jesus embodied. One will find seven reference to himself using “I Am”.

    Perhaps some had a disappointed look on their face as they peered through the crowd, catching a glimpse of a lone figure coming down the road. Rumors had spread as people calculated his next move. Yet, many were expecting to see him sitting tall and proudly astride a spirited war-horse. Instead ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Until Death Do Us Part

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 6, 2011
    based on 1 rating
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    Marriage is not a one wheel drive vehicle on a one way street. It takes two to begin a marriage relationship. Trying to take control or pursuing to change or alter one another will only push each other apart. Most of the time the problem is in us and we a

    Opening illustration: A bride was very nervous. It was right before the service. She wasn’t sure she could even walk down aisle. Her mother gave her some words of calming wisdom. She said to her. “Honey, there’s only three things you need to focus on. If you focus on these three things, you’ll be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living A Fasted Lifestyle

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 16, 2025
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    Fasting is not just a tool to solve problems; it is a pathway to spiritual growth and deeper intimacy with God.

    LIVING A FASTED LIFESTYLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 6:16-18 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 58:6-11, Luke 2:36-37, Joel 2:12, 1 Corinthians 9:27, Acts 13:2-3 INTRODUCTION: Fasting is more than an occasional religious exercise; it is a spiritual discipline that can become a lifestyle. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And Be On Fire For God - Revelation 3:14-22 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2025
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     | 580 views

    In Revelation 3:14-22, Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea with a warning and an invitation. He calls them neither hot nor cold but lukewarm, and He urges them to repent and renew their passion for Him.

    Go! And Be On Fire for God - Revelation 3:14-22 Introduction: In Revelation 3:14-22, Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea with a warning and an invitation. He calls them neither hot nor cold but lukewarm, and He urges them to repent and renew their passion for Him. Today, we will explore what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Message From God

    Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 13, 2017
     | 5,306 views

    Learning about the importance of learning to hear from God

    Message from God CCCAG December 10th, 2017 Scripture- Luke 1:26-38 Edward Kimball, Sunday school teacher, was not one of the ordinary type. • Got involved in the lives of his boys • Got to know them on a personal level One day a new teenage boy started to attend his class, and as was his custom, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Full But Empty Or Empty But Full

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Apr 7, 2015
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     | 7,593 views

    This is a sermon about what it means to see Jesus as human and having a power limited to the power to serve, save, and deliver.

    Philippians 2:5-8New Revised Standard Version (NRSV) 5 Let the same mind be in you that was[a] in Christ Jesus, 6 who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, 7 but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Joseph Speaks

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 20, 2008
    based on 54 ratings
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    This is a first person rendition of how Joseph (the step-father of our Lord) may have viewed the events of Christ’s birth and life.

    (This sermon is done first person. I’m including my actions in the hopes this will help anyone wanting to duplicate some or all of this sermon. The presentation begins with me at the back of the auditorium holding an old looking carpenter’s tool. I gradually make my way to the front of the pews ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bo Lane avatar

    Closeness With The Father - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Bo Lane on Apr 19, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,208 views

    This series urges believers to live a life of intimacy and relationship as God intended from the beginning.

    Our Key verse for this series is: - James 4:8, “Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you.” - God desires for us to be close to Him, to share intimacy with Him Intimacy is a strange word. When you think of the word intimacy, what do you think? - Most people immediately associate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Knowing God Beyond The Surface Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025
     | 401 views

    Knowing God goes beyond acknowledging His existence or understanding Him superficially. It’s a lifelong journey of seeking, experiencing, and growing in an intimate relationship with Him.

    KNOWING GOD BEYOND THE SURFACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 3:10 “That I may know Him and the power of His resurrection, and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to His death.” Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 9:23-24 John 17:3 Hosea 6:3 Psalm 103:7 Daniel 11:32 James ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • C Jordan avatar

    Alone With God Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 20,189 views

    God wants us to learn how to pray. To get alone in the secret place until we’re not alone anymore. To learn how to hear His voice, and enjoy fellowship with Him.

    THE SCHOOL OF PRAYER #1: ALONE WITH GOD THE SUMMER OF SEEKING: “And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.” (Jeremiah 29:13). • Starting tonight and every Sunday from 6-7 pm this summer. Come and join us. • Prayer is one of the most powerful forces in the world ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Knowledge Of God

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Apr 11, 2014
     | 4,379 views

    After accepting Jesus Christ, your duty does not stop there, you got to make every effort to grow, know about God and His ways, make every effort to read the Bible and fellowship with good believers.

    I want to know more of you Lord! Colossians 1:10”That ye might walk worthy of the Lord unto all pleasing, being fruitful in every good work, and increasing in the knowledge of God..” I would like to borrow the words of Journalist Shankkar Aiyar from his recent book ‘Accidental ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Where Can You Find God's Presence?

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 4, 2011
     | 6,023 views

    You have been given an invitation to enter into God's Presence. Will you accept the invitation?

    February 6, 2011 Morning Worship Text: Hebrews 10:19-25 Subject: God’s Presence Title: Where Can You Find God’s Presence? Open your bibles to Hebrews 10. While you are turning there I want to share a personal story with you. In May of 1988 on the last day of school, Charlotte and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Andy Stanley avatar

    It's Only Physical Series

    Contributed by Andy Stanley on Sep 18, 2009
    based on 64 ratings
     | 57,589 views

    This is the fourth in a series of messages about the impact of the "unseen" world on this world. This sermon focuses on sexuality and the biblical definition of oneness and intimacy.

    Get the logos, graphics, and videos Andy used to preach this message. Visit www.andystanleysermons.org. I spent 15 years or so talking to high school students. That’s how I got my start in ministry. So, I talked about sex a lot. I talked about it as much as I possibly could. One of my favorite ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational