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  • John Bright avatar

    Jesus, John & Us Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Jun 25, 2021
     | 2,527 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching.

    “Jesus, John & Us” Luke 7:18-35 A sermon for 6/27/21 Pastor John Bright Luke 7 “24 When the messengers of John had departed, He began to speak to the multitudes concerning John: “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? 25 But what did you go out to see? A man ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Can I Live A Life That Makes God Smile?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 1, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,711 views

    This passage not only lets us know that it's possible to live a life that pleases God, it then goes on to share four things present in that kind of life.

    MOVING PAST "I HOPE SO. . .": God has given us the opportunity and means to live a life that makes Him smile. - Colossians 1:10 – “may please Him in every way” - An interesting idea: living to make God smile. - When you ask many people whether they’re going to heaven, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In Heaven

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Oct 7, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,625 views

    DOING WHAT PLEASES GOD!!!!!!!!!

    JOY IN HEAVEN INTRO: LUKE 15:1-10 1: LOOK AT THE CROWD GATHERED AROUND JESUS A) PUBLICANS AND SINNERS B) THE SOCIAL OUTCAST C) MOST EVEN DISOWNED BY THEIR OWN KINSMAN POINT: THESE PEOPLE ARE THE EQUIVALENT OF WHAT WE CALL TODAY, THROWAWAYS OR LOST CAUSES THOSE WHO AREN’T WORHT OUR TIME. 2: THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Jacob: A Liar And Trickster Changed By A Dream Lesson 1 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023
     | 1,621 views

    Deep passionate, sacrificial faith pleases God.

    A. JACOB WAS PERFECTLY IMPERFECT 1. He enticed his brother Esau to sell his family birth right (Genesis 25: 26-34). 2. He deceived his father and lied to get the family’s inheritance (Genesis 27:1-33). 3. Jacob had to run away from home. “Esau hated Jacob … ‘I will slay my brother’” (Genesis ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Pleasing The Lord

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Sep 5, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,040 views

    talks about the Ingredients that we need to please the Lord

    Hebrews 13:18-25 Pleasing the Lord! Introduction 1. We love to try and please our boss. 2. We as humans have a natural tendency to want to please people. 3. Kids do this often with their parents. That is why you have all those pictures hanging on your refrigerator 4. Even though you might not ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Craig Condon avatar

    God Will Provide

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 13, 2015
     | 5,460 views

    We are called on to act in a manner that pleases God. Elijah’s actions did not please God, but God still gave him what he needed to persevere in faith. We are called on to be united in Christ. We are to be one body that is wholly obedient to God.

    The events we read about in 1 Kings 19:1-9 occur just after Elijah and God have won the challenge against the gods of Baal. As a result of the deaths of the prophets of Baal, Queen Jezebel threatened to kill Elijah. Elijah has been forced to flee for his life. Elijah was discouraged. He had faced ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • James McCullen avatar

    Who Do You Please Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 12, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 7,176 views

    We must please God, and Paul gives us such an example. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you will have to open, and keep o

    WHO DO YOU PLEASE Galatians 1:10-17 NASB 10 For am I now seeking the favor of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a bond-servant of Christ. 11 For I would have you know, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Phillip Smith avatar

    Sin In The Present Tense Series

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Oct 6, 2011
     | 5,731 views

    Are things we do everyday pleasing God?

    The three chief causes of death in the United States are, in statistical order, diseases of the heart cancer and disorders of the nervous system. Two of the three are obviously diseases brought on by the strains imposed on the human body by worry, anxiety nervousness and the tensions of life ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Seek God Diligently Series

    Contributed by Obeth Jebakumar on Mar 28, 2021
     | 6,457 views

    We should know how to seek our living God. Our God is not like any other gods made of stone and clay. Our God is more powerful than any billionaire or any President in this world. We should seek Him diligently.

    SEEK GOD DILIGENTLY Hebrews 11:6 But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him. 1). FAITH … At first, this verse reminds us that FAITH is the most important thing in the life of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    To Obey Is Better

    Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 23, 2003
    based on 103 ratings
     | 22,257 views

    Obedience is what pleases God most.

    To Obey is Better. 1 Samuel 15:22 Israel enjoyed a distinction that no other nation has ever experienced. God was their King. He chose them. He wanted to be their God and King. As is typical of human nature Israel wanted what they didn’t have which was a human king. God chose Saul to be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Paul Decker avatar

    What's The Body Got To Do With It? Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on May 19, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,237 views

    We are to please God with our bodies.

    WHAT’S THE BODY GOT TO DO WITH IT? I Corinthians 6:12-20 S: Holiness C: Our bodies are to be used to honor God. Th: Live the Difference Pr: We are to please God. ?: How? KW: Issues TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 6:12-20, three issues that we must act on in order to please God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Crisis Of Belief

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,580 views

    Without faith it is impossible to please God.

    The Crisis Of Belief Hebrews 11:6 6And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him. Hebrews 11:6 This is the third week of our "Sharing the Gifts" stewardship focus for this year. I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Trayce Carter Russell avatar

    Faith Walk

    Contributed by Trayce Carter Russell on Apr 21, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,948 views

    Without Faith it is impossible to please God

    “Faith Walk” “Get Out of the Boat” Mathew 14:22-29 & 2 Corinthians 5:7 For we walk by Faith and not by Sight Song: I don’t feel no ways tired Faith- belief and confidence in what you cannot see. When we were born we are born with five senses. Which is the ability ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walking The Walk Series

    Contributed by Mark Whitehead on Dec 9, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,510 views

    Biblical principals for a walk that pleases God

    Faith Builders Connecting with God/our Faith Faith that Pleases God 3.2 Walking the Walk 12.9.12 Victory Pastor Mark Whitehead We have been talking about faith – I hope this short video gives you a different perspective on faith! (show video – Kids on Faith, Sermon Spice) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Praise That Is Pleasing"

    Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Aug 28, 2002
    based on 98 ratings
     | 9,690 views

    An expository message admonishing believers to a life of praise and good works.

    “Praise That is Pleasing” Hebrews 13:15-16 August 25, 2002 The Rev’d Quintin Morrow Saint Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com The Text: Hebrews 13:15-16 The Text Summary: The author of Hebrews admonishes believers to a lifestyle of offering praise to God; the praise ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican