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  • John Gaston avatar

    The 7 Characteristics Of Those Who Walk With God

    Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 18, 2019
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     | 39,140 views

    There are seven characteristics that must be present in those who wish to walk with God in order for them to be pleasing to God and to attempt to duplicate the life of Enoch which in the end caused him to go up in his own private Rapture!

    THE 7 CHARACTERISTICS OF THOSE WHO WALK WITH GOD Genesis 5:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BIBLE RIDDLES 1. Q. What kind of man was Boaz before he married Ruth? A. Ruthless. 2. Q. What do they call pastors in Germany? A. German Shepherds. 3. Q. Who was the greatest financier in the Bible? A. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Joy Unspeakable!

    Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Nov 20, 2014
     | 7,436 views

    A message encouraging Christians to live lives characterized by joy rather than grumpiness.

    Lighten Up! • Scripture: Galatians 5:22-5:23 Matthew 7:12 (add scripture) Various Scriptures Introduction We all like being around people who are generally upbeat, don’t we? I mean, if you had your choice of being with someone who had a smile or someone who looked like he was ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Stuck Between Two Altars: The Problem Of Indecision

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 30, 2017
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    The people of Israel are standing between two altars during the time of Elijah. We are also facing the same choices today. Different forms but the same spirit. Like the Jews, are you still stuck in the middle?

    STUCK BETWEEN TWO ALTARS The Problem of Indecision 1Kings 18:20-40 The people of Israel are standing between two altars during the time of Elijah. We are also facing the same choices today. Different forms but the same spirit. Like the Jews, are you still stuck in the middle? THERE ARE TWO ALTARS ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Good Life: The Shepherd And His Sheep

    Contributed by Monty Newton on May 25, 2014
     | 4,729 views

    Following Jesus is an everyday, day-in and day-out relationship... and it's good.

    Title: The Good Life: The Shepherd and His Sheep Text: John 10:1-10 Thesis: Following Jesus is an everyday, day-in and day-out, relationship… and it’s good! Introduction Over the years I have been privileged to know and serve a lot of people. I hope my relationships have always been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Because

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 28, 2014
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     | 28,975 views

    It is important what Isaiah identifies after the “Because” - BECAUSE THE LORD HAS ANOINTED ME. The Anointing makes the Difference. Too many are anointed by the wrong thing today

    TITLE: BECAUSE SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 61:1 I want to spend a few minutes on this single verse this morning. In this verse we find one of the riches blessings of the Old Testament. If we take the proper time and care this morning we will discover a truth that has the potential of changing our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Build A Fire Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 21, 2014
    based on 2 ratings
     | 22,947 views

    A message for Pentecost Sunday about the Fire of the Holy Spirit.

    Note: Thanks you to Wayne Dority from notes received years ago. Great message. Title: Kindle The Fire Theme: To show the importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Text: Acts 28:1-10 Acts 28:1-10 Now when they had escaped, they then found out that the island was called Malta. And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Three Essentials To Christian Service

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 13, 2014
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     | 22,838 views

    As Christians, we must grow and develop the way we serve God. In this message, we will will look at the GOAL of service, the POWER for service and the RESULTS of serving God.

    THREE ESSENTIALS TO CHRISTIAN SERVICE Today, we are going to talk about Christian service. One of the things that God require of us is to serve Him. The command of Jesus is very clear: "Your attitude must be like my own, for I, he Messiah, did not come to be served, but to serve and to give my ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Would Christmas Be...with Out Christ?

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Dec 14, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,992 views

    If Jesus had never been born…how would we be affected, for one thing... groups wouldn't be threatening to sue over the phrase of Merry Christmas and replacing it with happy holidays... Because there would be NO CHRISTMAS..NO JOY...And NO HOPE EITHER!

    *before you read any further...I want to acknowledge that the outline of this sermon is from John Gastons sermon "What if Jesus had never been born" It's a great word and one that can be adapted to everyone's personal preferences as I have I believe it is one that every pastor should ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Your Peace Of Mind

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 6, 2013
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     | 9,493 views

    Here God gives 4 keys for our peace of mind: 1. Confession to the Lord (vs. 1-5). 2. Confidence in the Lord (vs. 6-7 & 10). 3. Calling on the Lord (vs. 6). 4. Character like the Lord's (vs. 8-9 & 11).

    Your Peace of Mind Psalm 32:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 28, 2013 *Mark Sutton told a story about Bronko Nagurski. He played for the Chicago Bears back in the 1930's, and was a charter member in the Pro-football Hall of Fame. Bronko was known for his strength and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Julia Cramer on Oct 30, 2021
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     | 6,461 views

    Prayer - the whisper of the soul, has four dimensions. The mystery of Prayer connects us to God; it is the glue that fastens our heart to God and focuses our mind on Him. Prayer is the breath of the soul in sync with the song of the Savior.

    How many of you are inspired by Art? Motivated by music? Stirred by a poem? Touched by colors, patterns, and designs? Moved by nature? Changed by Relationships? In a very similar way – we should be inspired, motivated, stirred, touched, moved, and changed by our Prayer Life. Prayer – The ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Strength In Relationships (Version 2: October 31, 2021 Used As An All Saints Day Sermon)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 4, 2021
     | 2,580 views

    What would have happened if Naomi and Ruth would have gone their separate ways because they were widows? What happens when we withdraw, throw our hands up and quit? What will happen if we stop meeting together to encourage one another?

    STRENGTH IN RELATIONSHIPS Text: Ruth 1:1 – 18 Ruth 1:1-18  In the days when the judges ruled, there was a famine in the land, and a certain man of Bethlehem in Judah went to live in the country of Moab, he and his wife and two sons.  (2)  The name of the man was Elimelech and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    When We All Get To Heaven

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
     | 3,232 views

    Today I want to talk to you about that wonderful place called Heaven that that we find in the scriptures.

    Heaven has inspired - • Much of the poetry we read and enjoy • Many of the artists to paint the pictures they have painted • Many of the hymn writers to write the beautiful hymns we sing • Many of the preachers to preach great sermons on heaven We Christians sing and talk about Heaven a great ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Single Vs Married Series

    Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2023
     | 1,115 views

    How content are you in your circumstance? Are you single wishing to be married? Are you married wishing you were single? Where you are right now is the circumstance that the Lord has you in. The real question is not so much about your contentment but in making use of your circumstance to serve him.

    1 Corinthians 7:32-40 Single vs. Married 11/2/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction I’ve almost made it! I’ve waded through the swampy water of chapter 7 and the dry bank is before me. Just one more slippery step to take, one more dangerous issue. Which is better: to be single or to be married? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    And Injustice For All

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 23, 2023
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    The unjust judge is only a problem if we confuse God and man, and put our trust in the one instead of the other.

    Have you ever felt that God just wasn’t listening? Silent, uncaring, even absent? Perhaps you have a problem, a need, a pain, a burning question; you bring it before God, and - nothing happens. You remember what Jesus said about persisting in prayer, so you go on battering at the heavenly gates - ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Lot – Part 5 – A Lot Of Trouble For God – For Abraham – And For Himself – Genesis 19 Lot Compromises; Lot's Wife; And Sodom Overthrown Series

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 14, 2022
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     | 2,285 views

    Lot's family is dragged out of Sodom by the angels but Sodom was in Lot's heart. His wife, yearning for Sodom, was hesitating and perished. Lot compromised by going to another wicked city and not the mountains. He had a continual wicked desire.

    LOT – PART 5 – A LOT OF TROUBLE FOR GOD – FOR ABRAHAM – AND FOR HIMSELF – GENESIS 19 LOT COMPROMISES; LOT’S WIFE; AND SODOM OVERTHROWN INTRODUCTION In this message we will continue from where we left off last time when we considered these verses - {{Genesis 19:15-16 When morning dawned, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational