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  • Abraham Shanklin avatar

    Lord, I Want To Be Holy

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 18, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 12,583 views

    Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness.

    Lord, I Want To Be Holy Scripture Reference: 1 Peter 1:14 – 16 Thesis: Because God is Holy, we who have come to Christ have been set apart from sin and set apart to God as a people of distinction and a people of difference. Therefore, we need to pursue holiness. Introduction A Man was sitting in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Forgiveness

    Contributed by Tony Foeller on Sep 4, 2001
    based on 36 ratings
     | 7,421 views

    In this message we look at why God forgives, why man needs forgiveness, what God’s forgiveness is, and how one can experience God’s forgiveness.

    God’s Forgiveness Ephesians 1:3-8 What is forgiveness? It is, quite literally, the setting aside of a debt by the one to which the debt is owed. When we talk about forgiveness in this light, are we to understand that it is possible for us to “pay” God for our forgiveness? Of course not. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Salvation

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015
     | 4,919 views

    God's Salvation

    Exodus 14:1-14 God's Salvation 13 Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, 1. The Path to the Sea (Ex 14:1-4) (a) The Perplexity of the Path 2 Speak unto the children of Israel, that they turn and encamp before Pihahiroth, between Migdol and the sea, over against ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The God Of Restoration

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 28, 2025
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     | 2,254 views

    The enemy comes to steal, to kill and to destroy, but the Lord God is a God of Restoration of all that is stolen or destroyed.

    The God of Restoration Study Text: 1 Samuel 30: 8, 18 - 19 Introduction: - God is not just a God of creation, but also a God of restoration, actively working to heal, renew, and bring back what has been destroyed or stolen by the enemy. John 10:10 - God is not indifferent to suffering or ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Letting God Be God In Death #4 Series

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on Jan 1, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,342 views

    At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. This messgae deals with the Arrogance of High-Mindedness.

    The premise I have been pursuing these precious Sundays in the preaching moment is simply this: At times, All of Us Project A Stubborn Opposition, even a Religious Resistance, to Authentic Authority and Legitimate Leadership. That stubbornness is manifested in our Opting For Kadesh (Sacrilegious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Knowing God, Life's Ultimate Pursuit

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 33,224 views

    My goal today is; 1st to challenge us to honestly reflect on our personal knowledge of God and 2nd to send all of us on a fast pursuit to know God better. (I kings - pt 5)

    "KNOWING GOD, LIFE’S ULTIMATE PURSUIT" TEXT: 1 KINGS 18 INTRODUCTION One of the most powerful scenes in the bible is the prophet Elijah going 1 on 450 -- against the prophets of the false god Baal. 1 KINGS 18:22-29 Elijah prepares his altar - soaks it down 3 times, and then prays to God -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How God Restores Our Losses

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 10, 2009
    based on 30 ratings
     | 48,152 views

    People don’t recover from losses, they get restored by God. Everyone faces major losses in their life and then must deal with how to handle the aftermath. Often people talk about recovering from a loss. Losses however are not so much recovered from as

    “How God Restores Our Losses” Sunday, August 9, 2009 ________________________________________ The other day Nicole was taking out Emma’s little crib and we were replacing it with a bed. Ethan was with her when she started to take the crib out of the room. He said, “Mom, you can’t get rid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Connecting To God Through Prayer And Fasting

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 24, 2025
     | 280 views

    Have you ever thought about what it would be like to see and talk to the President of the United States? This would be a great honor but could prove to be a very difficult assignment, if not impossible!’

    • You would have to first get through some of the tightest security in the U.S. • Even if you did get past them you would have to get past a professional staff that is trained to keep people like you and I from invading the White House • If you made it to the White House you would have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living For God Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 29, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,939 views

    We might not know the day or time of Jesus’s return, but we can always know God’s will for us is to live godly lives of faithful obedience.

    Living for God Jeffery Anselmi / General Thessalonians- Faith In Uncertain Times / Walk; Faithfulness / 1 Thessalonians 5:12–24 INTRODUCTION • In the last couple of weeks, we have covered what 1 Thessalonians tells us about the issue of the Second Coming of Jesus. • I am glad Paul gave us the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,513 views

    This sermon encourages a deeper, personal relationship with God through studying His Word, using the wisdom of Proverbs to guide thoughts, words, and actions.

    Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I bid you a warm welcome as we gather together in the Lord's house today. Isn't it a joy to be here, to be united in the Spirit, to be drawn together by the love of God? We are not here by chance, but by divine appointment. A divine appointment to turn our ...read more

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    God Is! Series

    Contributed by Gary Hampton on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,511 views

    This sermon sets forth simple proofs that God is!

    God Is! It is not unusual to be challenged today by someone who has either been brought up to disbelieve or has had bad experiences in life. They may ask the Christian to "prove to me there is a God!" Of course, "No one has seen God at any time" (John 1:18). Neither has anyone tasted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Other Gods Series

    Contributed by Michael Sawyer on Nov 10, 2013
     | 6,554 views

    This is the first in a series that I preached on the Ten Commandments. The focus of the series was on the relationship between God and us and the relevance that the Commandments still have for us from that standpoint.

    No Other Gods Exodus 20:3 "You shall have no other gods before me. The children of Israel are at Sinai. They have come to freedom by the hand of God in the plagues of Egypt, the parting of the Red Sea, and the destruction of the armies of Pharaoh. These things were done by God. Not by them. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 592 views

    Our God is the God of peace—not just because He creates peace, but because He Himself is peace. He calms storms, silences fears, heals wounds, and fills hearts with quiet assurance.

    GOD OF PEACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:6-7 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 9:6, Romans 15:33, 2 Thessalonians 3:16, John 14:27, Judges 6:24 INTRODUCTION: Peace is one of the most desired but often elusive experiences in our world today. Many search for peace in possessions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 260 views

    The God of wisdom is not distant or silent—He invites us to walk in His counsel daily. The wisdom of God is accessible through His Word, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and reverent obedience.

    GOD OF WISDOM By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 11:33 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 3:19, Daniel 2:20-22, James 1:5, 1 Corinthians 1:24, Colossians 2:3 INTRODUCTION: Wisdom is more than knowledge or intelligence—it is divine insight into how to apply truth in real-life situations. When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 10, 2025
     | 328 views

    The God of righteousness is calling His people to reflect His nature. While we cannot attain righteousness by our own strength, God has made provision through Jesus Christ.

    GOD OF RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 11:7 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 23:6, Romans 3:21-26, Isaiah 45:21, 1 John 2:29, Psalm 145:17 INTRODUCTION: Our God is a holy and righteous God. He is not only merciful and loving but also absolutely just and upright in all His ways. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God