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  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Conviction And Salvation For All Mankind.

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jan 19, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,481 views

    The Salvation Army internationally currently has a theme of "The Whole World Mobilising". God has a theme of Salvation for mankind through Jesus Christ. this is a short challenge to pray for people worshipping at places of worship of in Sri Lanka.

    Conviction and salvation for all mankind! One of this month’s readings is from Isaiah 45:2-3. New International Version (NIV) 2 I will go before you and will level the mountains; I will break down gates of bronze and cut through bars of iron. 3 I will give you hidden treasures, riches ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Forgive As We Are Forgiven - Applying And Living The Gospel

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 7, 2017
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    Jesus said, "Father forgive them for they know not what they are doing." and taught us to pray, "Forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors." In this same fashion, we are to forgive those who have 'trespassed' against us.

    2017.02.05 SERMON. FORGIVING AS WE ARE FORGIVEN. APPLYING AND LIVING THE GOSPEL William Akehurst HSWC Psalms 32:1-11 (KJV) RESPONSIVE READING 1 Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. (GWT) Blessed is the person whose disobedience is forgiven and whose sin is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gethsemane

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 8, 2016
    based on 7 ratings
     | 18,722 views

    In preparing our hearts to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord, this sermon takes us to the Garden of Gethsemane and shows us the anguish of Jesus as He prays to the Father. But in doing that, it also shows us the amazing grace and love of our God

    Gethsemane Text: Mark 14:32 – 42 Alright, let’s open our Bibles up to the Gospel of Mark. This morning we’re looking at one of the most troubling portions (at least to me), of the Passion Week… And the reason I say that, is because this story of Jesus praying in the Garden ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Attending Idiots Unaware

    Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on Feb 1, 2015
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     | 3,480 views

    Sure, the timely phrase 'attending angels unaware' is quite popular and we seem to secretly hope, wish and pray someone unique will bless our lives or at least give-us-a-break (they'd truly be an angel, huh).

    Sure, the timely phrase 'attending angels unaware' is quite popular and we seem to secretly hope, wish and pray someone unique will bless our lives or at least give-us-a-break (they'd truly be an angel, huh). But how rare is it that we are in the presence of angels? While it is virtually impossible ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Peace In The Lion's Den Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 3, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,482 views

    You can find rest if you rest in God. You can find peace if you depend on the Lord. You can get rid of all your worries if you commit your life to the Lord and pray every day.

    This last week, I came across a five minute clip from an episode of The Bob Newhart Show on YouTube. That was back in the days when sit-coms were funny AND clean, unlike so many of them today. Bob, as you may know, was a psychologist on the show, and in this scene a woman comes into his office ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Purpose Of Prayer

    Contributed by John Lowe on May 7, 2014
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    We are to pray so that we might commune with God and share with Him the most deeply felt needs of our lives. We are to express to God the gratitude and the praise and the joy we feel in Him and in salvation. Paul elaborated on the purpose of prayer.

    Title: The Purpose of Prayer Text: “Meanwhile praying also for us, that God would open to us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in chains, that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.” (Colossians 1:3-4). Bible Reading: Colossians ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holy Love....receiving It And Living It

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Feb 20, 2014
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     | 7,184 views

    We are Christians because of God's love....and we are Christians called to distribute God's love....this sermon explores the teaching of Jesus in Matthew 5:38-48 to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you!!!

    In 2010 the Australian Customs reported that they had seized over 1.1 million items that were counterfeit items….. Some of the items included….watches with the Rolex name on them…but were definitely not Rolex, handbags claiming to be Luis Vuitton but fell apart soon after a purse ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Paul's Prayer For God's Control Of You Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Mar 23, 2014
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     | 6,492 views

    Paul as we say in the south chases a rabbit of huge importance. He tells of the central importance of the church in God's plan to reveal His wisdom in the Gospel. Then Paul prays that the church will practically live what God has divinely designed.

    Intro: Paul was just getting ready to pray for the Ephesian church when he was reminded of the importance of the church and as preachers are often known to do he chases a rabbit. What an important rabbit to chase today. The church would probably not make it into a list of the 50 most important ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Some Results Of Revival Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 11, 2011
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    What if the revival that we and the Psalmist pray for comes? What are some of the results? These beautiful words describe a people restored, forgiven and blessed. When God’s people return to Him the result is that revival’s blessings penetrates our la

    Revivals of the Bible Series: PSALMS 85: 8-13 SOME RESULTS OF REVIVAL [Leviticus 26:3-13] The Psalmist has just prayed, “Will You not Yourself revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You?” It is the cry of one who wanted God’s people to come alive to and in His grace and power. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    6.3 (The Hardest Sermon I’ve Preached.) Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 25, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,673 views

    This is the second major earthquake our city has suffered in the past seven months. We have this time suffered more physical damage and serious loss of life and injury. If you are reading this please take the time to pray for the people of this city.

    6.3 [Why the hardest? February 22nd 2011 was a Tuesday, at 12.51pm the Quake struck effectively shutting down the City, New Zealand's second largest by population. As a Salvation Army Corps we immediately became involved in relief efforts, while dealing with our own minor issues and a community of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Making Space For God

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 17, 2011
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     | 7,629 views

    The church too often has reduced following Jesus and growing in your faith to doing: pray, worship, get in a Bible study, give, serve and witness. But to follow Jesus is as much about being in a relationship with Jesus, as it is about doing the things of

    Making Space for God
 1 Timothy 4:7 (Phillips Translation)

 To say that our nation is caught up in a fitness craze is an understatement and this time of year New Year’s Resolutions abound with losing weight and lifestyle changes. How many of you have made New Year’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Supernatural Walk

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,570 views

    Jesus commanded the disciples to go ahead in another ship while he prayed upon a mountain. The disciples encountered contrary winds in the midst of the sea. But the contrary wind was actually an opportunity for the Lord to reveal his great power. Jesus la

    Intro: There was a feeling of victory by the apostles after the miraculous feeding of 5,000 men. After moments of spiritual blessings and victories, we are to take heed and be watchful. Jesus commanded the disciples to go ahead in another ship while he prayed upon a mountain. The disciples ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Joseph's Blessings By: William Nabaza Of Www.nabaza.com

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 21, 2012
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     | 3,285 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Who are being chased by blessings? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To prove if GOD is with us, we are blessed. IV. TEXT: Genesis 39:2 Pray: that GOD, the Blessor, will be with us forever, because He is

    I. EXORDIUM: Who are being chased by blessings? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To prove if GOD is with us, we are blessed. IV. TEXT: Genesis 39:2 The Lord was with Joseph, so he succeeded in everything he did as he served in the home of his Egyptian master. Pray: that GOD, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Call Out To God In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 14, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,649 views

    Often when we pray, we expect God to answer even before we say Amen. God knows the end from the beginning and everything in-between He knows the perfect time for everything that happens in our lives.

    We continue in our series Hope found Here and on this Healing and Wholeness Sunday what I want to do is encourage you to Call out to God in prayer. Psalm 34:17-20, The LORD hears His people when they call to Him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Is Stability In This Unstable World

    Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 2, 2024
     | 1,293 views

    With the news filled with stories of turmoil, suffering, With the devastating floods that hit our area by hurricane Helen and the ever-looming fear of war in the middle East. Praying for the peace of Israel and that God will protect them it is easy for us to feel very overwhelmed.

    God is Stability in This Unstable World **Introduction:** Beloved, as we gather today, we find ourselves in a world that often feels chaotic and uncertain. With the news filled with stories of turmoil, suffering, With the devastating floods that hit our area by hurricane Helen and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God