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  • John Newbaker avatar

    The Priority Of Prayer

    Contributed by John Newbaker on Jan 26, 2016
     | 8,945 views

    Where do you turn to when difficulty, sickness, hardship comes into your life? Where do you turn to for wisdom, guidance, comfort? The first place we should turn to is pray.

    The Priority of Prayer 1 Thess. 5:17 Where do you turn to when difficulty, sickness, hardship comes into your life? Where do you turn to for wisdom, guidance, comfort? The first place we should turn to is pray. read text This is not the only time in scripture that we find this command. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thermometer Or Thermostat?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 15, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 11,544 views

    Topical Sermon focusing on how Christians can either live like a spiritual thermometer (passive/reflective/mimicking the world ) or a spiritual thermostat (active, a change agent, surrendered to the will and guidance of the Holy Spirit)

    Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22 and Daniel 3:8-30 Title: Are you a Thermometer or a Thermostat? Topical Sermon focusing on how Christians can live like a thermometer or a thermostat. INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father and from Jesus Christ His Son who came to take away the sin ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Visionary View: When Your Vision Is Out Of Focus Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,067 views

    Our vision can become blurred by various distractions and challenges, but through God's Word, we can regain our focus. Let's delve into Scripture for guidance.

    "Visionary View: When Your Vision is Out of Focus" Today, we explore a topic that affects us all at some point in our lives: "Visionary View: When Your Vision is Out of Focus." Our vision can become blurred by various distractions and challenges, but through God's Word, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Am I A Whitewashed Christian?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 14, 2022
     | 1,461 views

    A Christian is one who follows Christ and has taken on the instructions, directions, guidance, and characteristics that Christ gave to us. Secondly, what is whitewashed? It is the concealment or covering of flaws, failures, blemishes, or unpleasant facts.

    This is the story of two men who prayed. Undoubtedly many have read or at least heard of this story. So why did I title this sermon "Am I a Whitewashed Christian? Well first, let me ask this, what is a Christian? A Christian is one who follows Christ and has taken on the instructions, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Practical Steps To Holiness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 18, 2025
     | 412 views

    Holiness is attainable when you commit your life to God, renew your mind by His Word, purify your heart through repentance, and live daily under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

    PRACTICAL STEPS TO HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-7 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, Hebrews 12:14, James 4:7-8, Ephesians 4:22-24 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is a divine call and a continuous journey that every believer must embrace. While the call to be holy is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Favor Does Not Mean A Straight Line Lesson 5 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023
     | 1,542 views

    Hard times and trials do not mean loss of God’s favor. God’s favor means His presence, His guidance, His work through you, and your inner strength.

    A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT GOD’S FAVOR IS NOT 1. Even in prison. “The Lord was with Joseph and showed him mercy and gave him favor” (Genesis 39:21). 2. Joseph’s road down: a. Joseph’s favored status with his father. “Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children” (Genesis 37:3). Favoritism ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Christians Ought To Pray Series

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 3, 2024
     | 688 views

    Prayer is the lifeline of our faith, a direct line of communication with our Heavenly Father. Through prayer, we express our hearts, seek guidance, and align ourselves with God's will.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to explore a vital aspect of our spiritual lives—prayer. Prayer is the lifeline of our faith, a direct line of communication with our Heavenly Father. Through prayer, we express our hearts, seek guidance, and align ourselves ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Serving With Purpose: The Vital Role Of Deacons In The Local Church Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,329 views

    In the tapestry of a vibrant local church, each thread plays a crucial role in weaving together the fabric of community and service. The role of deacons stands as a cornerstone of support and service. Let's explore why deacons are essential to the life and mission of a local church.

    Serving with Purpose: The Vital Role of Deacons in the Local Church In the tapestry of a vibrant local church, each thread plays a crucial role in weaving together the fabric of community and service. Among these threads, the role of deacons stands as a cornerstone of support and service. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Everlasting Father Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 28, 2023
     | 1,996 views

    Embrace Jesus as your Eternal God, your Eternal Guardian, and your Eternal Guide and find eternal grace, because He is your Everlasting Father, your Daddy Forever!

    Over the years, Saint Nicholas has undergone quite a transformation. Originally, according to tradition, he was a 4th Century bishop of Myra in what is today called Turkey. As a man concerned for the poor, he was always giving little gifts to the poor children in town. In the Middle Ages, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Choices Of The Heart Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022
     | 2,582 views

    This the second sermon in a series based on The Book of Proverbs. Based on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal," in which contestants struggle with the desire of their hearts -- to win "big" prizes or money, the choices we reveal the desires of our heart.

    I’m going to assume that you all are familiar with a popular little game show called “Let’s Make a Deal.” It’s been on for, like, ever it seems. The “contestants” are offered various “mystery prizes” to choose from. Some of the prizes are really amazing and some of the prizes … well, they’re ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Prayer Of Jabez

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Nov 2, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,775 views

    The prayer of Jabez has been used by many people over the centuries to seek a special blessing from God. To pray like Jabez, it's important for us to surrender our lives to God, trusting Him with everything we have, so that He can leave His mark through us for future generations.

    SCRIPTURE REFERENCES (1 Chronicles 4:9-10) (9) “And Jabez was more honorable than his brethren: and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, Because I bare him with sorrow.” (10) “And Jabez called on the God of Israel, saying, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Get Your Gift In Gear Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,162 views

    A true life of love is a life of interdependence. A life where we gladly know we need one another, where we give and receive love and help and guidance, and we do so in community.

    Get Your Gift In Gear 1 Cor 12:1, 4-7, 12-27 Oct 1, 2006 Review: Being truly, completely, wholly, alive – having the life that Jesus promised would be “to the full”, begins by getting on Jesus’ “narrow road” which leads to life, then walking that road “in step with the Holy Spirit”, and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Let The Spirit Guide You As He Directed Joseph

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 13, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,030 views

    Lord of hosts, who is wonderful in counsel and excellent in guidance. When we go through deep trials or great suffering, we need to be reminded that God is working purposefully, intelligently, and lovingly in our lives.

    Let the Spirit Guide You as He Directed Joseph(Genesis 37:5-37:38) Jesus said, "When He the Spirit of truth is come. He will guide you into all truth." Too many people fail to experience the Spirit’s leading, empowering and adapting corrections because they have preconceived notions of what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Roger Spackman avatar

    So - How Do I Actually Become A Christian!?

    Contributed by Roger Spackman on Jan 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,303 views

    Step by step guidance on how to become a Christian - all from the Bible, includes the need to repent and grow in Christ. I use this study to include in all my sermon booklet handouts for Seeker Services.

    So – how do I become a Christian? The central theme of the Bible is God’s love for you and for all people. This love was revealed when Jesus Christ, the Son of God, came into the world as a human being, lived a sinless life, died on the cross, and rose from the dead. Because Christ died, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Five Truths About Christmas Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 14, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,419 views

    Life - real Life can be hard, but in the scale of eternity it is only for a moment and maybe if we spent more time seeking God’s guidance, if we spent more time trusting Him.

    It’s the 2nd Sunday of Advent - it’s just 17 days to Christmas Day. So let me ask you: Are you ready for Christmas? “Are you ready for Christmas?” .... What question am I really asking you this morning.. When I ask are you ready for Christmas? Do you think I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal