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  • John Gullick avatar

    Sovereignty Of God Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,156 views

    A sermon that begins a series on the character of God This sermon focuses on god’s sovereignty using a passage from joshua chapter 7 and a Demos Shakarian illustration.

    The character of God. Sermon number 1. I want to begin this series on the Character of God with a statement on just who God is. God is independent, unchangeable, eternal and omnipresent. He exists as a spiritual being, having no form or dimensions, and is omniscient (all-knowing), wise, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013
     | 2,959 views

    Walk-in Light of God to glorify God in all your relationships.

    Day 8 Read Ephesians 5:1-20 5:1 Be Imitators of God: Child-father metaphor, if the child spends time with a parent then they will have the same lifestyles. More time in prayer, meditation, the study of the word makes us like Jesus Christ. Christian walk in all seriousness is the theme of this ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Nelson Emeonu avatar

    Prayer And Sincere Daily Living

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014
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     | 4,766 views

    The truth is that there is no way you can pray correctly when you are not living aright

    “He that turneth away His ear from hearing the law, even his prayer shall be an abomination” (Proverb 28:9) “For the eyes of the Lord are over the righteous and His ears are open unto His cries” (Psalms 34:15) “For the eyes of the Lord are intently watching all who ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • OLU-TIMI LEWIS AFOLABI avatar

    Appearance Of Evil Series

    Contributed by Olu-Timi Lewis Afolabi on Jan 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,762 views

    IN A POLLUTED WORLD LIKE OURS IT IS EXPEDIENT THAT CHRISTIANS SHOULD STAND OUT AND MAKE THE DIFFERENCE. ANYTHING THAT APPEARS LIKE EVIL SHOULD NOT BE CONDONED BY BELIEVERS IN CHRIST. THEY SHOULD DENOUNCE EVIL OUT RIGHTLY AND KEEP AWAY FROM THEM.

    APPEARANCE OF EVIL 1ST THES. 5:22 states thus ‘Abstain from all appearance of evil.’ Apostle Paul by the Holy Spirit exhorts Christians to abstain from all appearance of evil. You may wish to ask, ‘what is appearance of evil? ’. In order to understand this phrase we need ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Live Like The Child God Would Be Proud Of

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 17, 2009
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     | 7,238 views

    We have been given a new identity and status as children of God. So live your life like the child of the King in ways that would make him proud of you.

    LIVE LIKE THE CHILD GOD WOULD BE PROUD OF Colossians 3:1-17 INTRO Recently, I had a very interesting conversation with a Christian who had been very seriously ill -- so much so that it appears she nearly died. But her experience left her with no fear of death. On the contrary she described the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Complete In Christ (Part One) Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 13, 2009
     | 4,838 views

    1)Secret knowledge, 2)rule-keeping, and 3)mystical experiences do not make us better Christians

    COMPLETE IN CHRIST (PART ONE) COLOSSIANS 2:10 1. Illus. of filling one gallon jug • Half full- how much more can it hold? • Three quarters full- how much more can it hold? • One gallon full- how much more can it hold? (None) 2. In this chapter, Paul is going to tell us that Christ supplies ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vision 2009

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,065 views

    There were seasons in America’s past when sinners became so convicted of their sins that they collapsed under the weight of their guilt. People were sensitive to sin, its consequences and the power of the Holy Spirit. Where is it today? Can such a movemen

    Introduction: As we begin a new year I urge you to join me and other believers across the nation for praying and fasting for the body of Christ in the USA and around the world. Never in my 18 years of ministry and 29 years of knowing Christ personally have I known a time of such intense spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Eberly avatar

    Read 'em And Weep

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Sep 23, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,716 views

    This week we will address the emotional area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus.

    7UP: Read ‘Em and Weep John 11:33-35 September 21, 2008 This week we are going to address the emotional area of our lives that we need to give over to God. Of the seven areas that we are to give up to God (7UP to God), these is probably one of the most desperately needed areas for people. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Time Out

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Sep 30, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,569 views

    Just as the ball players take time out from the game, we must take time out to spend with God.We take time out for rest and refreshment. We take time out for reflection before we return to the game. We finally take time out to receive our reward.

    All of us have seen it many times on our television screens or in person. Ten men rush frantically up and down the basketball court. Suddenly the piercing shriek of a whistle is heard above the roar of the crowd and someone shouts “Time Out”. Or picture a baseball diamond. It is a crucial ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    Do You Mind? Series

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,295 views

    What does it profit you to give God one thing if he asks for another?

    When someone noses into our business, we may be tempted to ask, “Do You mind?” We are God’s Business! Deuteronomy 32:9-10 9 For the LORD’s portion is his people, … 10 He shielded him and cared for him; he guarded him as the apple of his eye, (NIV) Ephesians 2:10 10 For we are God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Three Kingdoms

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Oct 4, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,914 views

    All of us live in a kingdom. Someone sits on teh throne governing our lives. The central question is: Who is on your throne?

    The Three Kingdoms 1 Peter 1:13-16 All of us live in a kingdom! Someone sits on our throne, governing our lives! Each of us are called to live in holiness! Hebrews 12:14 14 Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. (NIV) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Eberly avatar

    You're Out Of Your Mind

    Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 14, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,455 views

    This week we will address the mental area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus. How is this area is different from other areas such as the emotional area and what does it mean for

    7UP: You’re Out of Your Mind Philippians 4:8 October 12, 2008 This week we turn to the mental area of our lives. ‘You’re out of your mind’ you may say for talking about this. But if we are going to follow Jesus in holistic community, we’ve got to give God control of this area of our lives as ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Bobby Bodenhamer avatar

    The Good Way

    Contributed by Bobby Bodenhamer on Oct 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,787 views

    Drawing from Jeremiah’s call to the "ancient paths" this sermon encourages the Christian to make sure they choose the correct "way" as they live out their Christian life.

    God’s Way is the Good Way Jeremiah 6:16-21 By Bobby G. Bodenhamer, D.Min. For October 19, 2008 Introduction - A life of "change" Isn’t it remarkable how rapidly things change? In looking at this passage in Jeremiah my mind was drawn back over my life time. I was borne (I think I was born. Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    "From Death To Life"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 20, 2008
     | 4,146 views

    Explains the process and tranformation from a rebel and sinner to salvation and becoming Spirit filled

    “From Death to Life” October 26, 2008 John 5:24-29 "I tell you the truth, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life and will not be condemned; he has crossed over from death to life. I tell you the truth, a time is coming and has now come when the dead will hear the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Richard Schwedes avatar

    God's At Work Restoring Our Perspective: Everything Is Sacred

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 21, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 11,709 views

    Often we make a division that somethings are sacred and some things not. Thsi sermon highlights that everything has been given to us to use for God’s purposes, of loving Him and loving others.

    How we see things affects how we relate to them. Some years a go a man who works in the area of caring for the homeless was asked by a journalist, “how come you seem to have so much respect for them” “no matter what mood they are in, or how they are acting you show them more love than anyone else ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran