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  • Bruce Ritter avatar

    The Pursuer

    Contributed by Bruce Ritter on Feb 2, 2008
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    John 4 is regarded primarily as a foundation for understanding worship. When Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well, He describes to her the nature of worship that God will accept… vv. 23-24 – But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worship

    Frank Abagnale was the world’s greatest con artist. The movie Catch Me If You Can is based on the true-life story this man, who bilked the government out of more than $5 million by the time he was 21. Raised in the home of a father who cheated the government and a mother who cheated on her husband, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    Dying For Gain Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 20, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
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    God makes death a gain for those who desire to be with Christ.

    Scripture Introduction Bobby’s first deep-sea fishing trip turned into what he felt certain was the dumbest decision ever made. With every pitch and roll of the boat, he doubted he could survive the remaining four hours of the excursion. Who would believe that seasickness could be so awful? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The Fear Of God” For Today.

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 16, 2001
    based on 117 ratings
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    What it means to practice “The fear of God” for today’s Christian. Is this an archaic thing or is it still applicable for today? And if so, how can we practice it.

    “The fear of God” for today. By Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC 13 Here is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is the duty of every person. 14 God will judge us for everything we do, including every secret thing, whether good or bad. Eccl. 12:13,14 (NLT) “Fear God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Grumbling Before A Gracious God Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 27, 2011
     | 7,614 views

    Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace.

    Title: Grumbling Before a Gracious God Text: Exodus 17:1-7 Thesis: Our impatience stands in stark contrast to the patience of God who gently woos us to live in anticipation of his grace. Lenten Series: Reflecting, Repenting and Returning to God The Lenten Season is a time for reflection, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Remember When God Appeared

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 14, 2013
     | 4,969 views

    Exposition Of Remembering

    Text: Gen 28, 32, 35, Title: Remember When God Appeared , Date/Place: NRBC, 1.13.13, AM A. Opening illustration: "sir what was it that i said in my message that caused you to come and get saved?" B. Background to passage: I want to trace the route of God’s work in Jacob’s life as it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Respond To God's Blessings Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 5, 2012
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    After his victory in battle, Abraham's faith is tested to see if he will respond to blessing as well as adversity. This story asks us to evaluate how will we respond to God's blessings.

    Genesis 14:17–24 "After his return from the defeat of Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him, the king of Sodom went out to meet him at the Valley of Shaveh (that is, the King’s Valley). " "And Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine. (He was priest of God Most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Has God Crossed The Line?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 19, 2015
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    We are fully known... and fully loved!

    20150118 2nd Sunday after Epiphany B Title: Has God Crossed the Line? Text: Psalm 139 Thesis: We are fully known… and fully loved. Introduction Edward Snowden was so concerned about the way that NSA was invading the privacy of American citizens that he exposed a ton of the National ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Enrich Your Life In God

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 11, 2010
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    Jesus' exposes the greed in our hearts. Only he can bring us the real riches that last, our heavenly inheritance.

    Text: Luke 12:13-21 Theme: Enrich your Life in God A. Greed robs you B. Only God's barn endures Season: Pentecost 11c Date: August 8, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Enrich-your-Life-in-God-Luke12_13-21.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    God Returns To His People Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 13, 2010
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    After Zechariah's opening sermon on repentance a new section of prophecy is given in the form of a series of night visions. After Zechariah followed the Lord's 1st instructions - to preach repentance-the Lord continued to speak to him.

    ZECHARIAH 1:7-11 GOD RETURNS TO HIS PEOPLE OR The Rider Amidst the Myrtle Trees [Haggai 2:15-19] We now come to visions and revelations of the Lord. After the introduction to the entire book, which was Zechariah's opening sermon on repentance (1:1-6), a new section of prophecy is given in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny A. Palmer Jr. avatar

    Satisfying God's Sweet Tooth

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 25, 2010
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    What is it that Satisfies a Holy Righteous God? The only answer of course is Jesus Christ alone!

    Intro: 1. Most of our lives are built upon lies, some of them are: The check is in the mail... You get this one; and I'll pay the next time... My wife doesnt understand me... Trust me, I'll take care of everything... It's not the money, it's the principle of the thing... I never watch TV, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Does God Want Me To Be Happy? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Feb 11, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 16,624 views

    The answer to the question: "does God want me to be happy?" is "yes" and "no."

    A. What is happiness? What does it mean to be happy? Here are a few quotes on happiness to get us thinking: 1. “Whoever said money can't buy happiness didn't know where to shop” (Gertrude Stein). 2. “Some cause happiness wherever they go; others, whenever they go” (Oscar ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joe Bedy avatar

    The Spirit Led Life Part 9 (Faithfulness) Series

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,701 views

    Faith, many people get close to the edge of faith but stop one step short of falling into the arms of God.

    Joe Bedy Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 April 2002 Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, Gal 5:23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Faithfulness- from the Greek pistis-which is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Lanham avatar

    The Power Of Holiness Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Nov 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,194 views

    We want power. Everyone wants power. The pursuit of power is what got Adam in trouble and landed us in a fallen world – a creation groaning under the curse and a heart bent toward sin. And yet, what is it that Paul prays for in our text this morning –

    The Power of Holiness Ephesians 3:14-21; 2 Corinthians 6:4-7 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI March 13, 2005 Fourth Sunday of Lent Tim Allen, brought to life one the most beloved and most quoted television characters of all time. In fact, he played the man trying desperately to be “a man’s man,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel avatar

    Spiritual Life Series

    Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Jul 12, 2023
     | 1,633 views

    Spiritual life means nurturing our connection with the divine and finding meaning in our existence beyond material possessions and worldly pursuits. It involves practicing the idea that our purpose extends beyond the physical realm and embracing the idea that a higher power is guiding us.

    SPIRITUAL LIFE Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije Misigaro Joel, July 12, 2023 "For those who are according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who are according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit." Romans 8:5 INTRODUCTION The significance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Pure In Heart: Defined Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 10, 2023
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     | 2,252 views

    In this sixth beatitude, we must understand the standard Jesus is setting with the with the phrase "pure in heart.". If we set the standard too low, we fail to enter into the fullness of the blessing. If we set it too high we forsake the pursuit as futile.

    Intro We are studying the Beatitudes with an interest in how to position ourselves for revival. What attitudes of heart are conducive to experiencing more of God’s grace and participating in what he is doing. The Beatitudes provide insight for participating in the kingdom of God because this is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic