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  • ken crow avatar

    Now

    Contributed by Ken Crow on Nov 12, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
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    Now is the time.

    NOW 2 Corinthians 6:1-2 Pastor Ken Crow We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain. 2(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Larry Grant avatar

    But Now! Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 26, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,464 views

    Their Stumbling Our Standing His Saving

    I. THEIR STUMBLING Jesus is the cornerstone of God’s temple, Peter cites Isaiah 28:16 therefore thus says the Lord God, "Behold, I am the one who has laid as a foundation in Zion, a stone, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone, of a sure foundation.” Eschatological (end-time) honor belongs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be In The Now

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 8, 2018
     | 11,528 views

    It's easy to get sidetracked and let your mind wander. We get focused on things from the past or what's in the future. This can be especially true as we head into the new year. If we're not careful we'll risk losing out on making the most of the moment.

    BE IN THE NOW INTRODUCTION: Be Here Now is a book published in 1971 by Ram Dass on Hindu spirituality and yoga. I've never read the book and don't subscribe to Hinduism but the principle of the phrase itself is a valid one. Be here now communicates the importance of keeping your focus on what ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Then And Now Series

    Contributed by Bart Price on Jan 8, 2016
     | 4,634 views

    This third sermon in the Make Disciples series focuses on what they did in scripture to make disciples compared with how we try to do it now.

    Let’s get to our passage. Turn over to Matthew 28. This passage might be pretty familiar to you, but that’s ok. When you get to Matthew 28, we’ll read verses 19-20. Pay attention to this passage…as it lays the foundation for what we’re studying today. Let’s read ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    What Makes God Smile

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Mar 8, 2013
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    jesus told three parables, each revealing the Fathers heart. The one message from each stroy is that God rejoices when a child returns home.

    WHAT MAKES GOD SMILE Luke 15:1-32 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION There is a story of an old bag lady that was saved while attending a Billy Graham crusade. At the end of the service as he always does, Billy instructed the new believers to find a Bible believing church to attend. The woman, not knowing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Are You Smiling About?

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Dec 11, 2001
    based on 205 ratings
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    Our Lord’s coming gives us a real reason to smile; the joy he brings lasts forever.

    Christmas is almost here! Only two more weeks and the whole ordeal will be over for another year! I actually heard someone say that on the radio the other day. Sadly, he’s right. For a lot of people Christmas isn’t a time of happiness, but a time of frustration; it’s not a time for joy, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Joy Deeper Than A Smile Series

    Contributed by Danny Williams on Oct 25, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 18,046 views

    Fruit of the spirit pt 2 Joy

    “Joy Deeper than a Smile” - Fruit of the Spirit Pt. 2 - July 6, 2003 AM, - Danny Williams Gal. 5:22 How Long do you believe that you could smile without stopping? How long could you hold it? A little lady named Lisa Lester, a little girl smiled for 10 hrs 5 min. without breaking that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    "What Makes God Smile?"

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 60 ratings
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    What are things in our life that can make the smile of God present upon our lives.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches August 22, 2004 “What Makes God Smile?” Psalm 119:135 Msg. Bible “Smile on me, your servant; teach me the right way to live.” Numbers 6:25 NLT “May the Lord smile on you.” INTRODUCTION: Have you ever thought of God as a HARSH God toward you? Maybe someone who ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Smile Jesus Loves You

    Contributed by Pastor Glen Key on Mar 9, 2011
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    Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your heart. Happiness includes a feeling of calmness when all around you is disturbed. And, in my opinion, Happiness should also include joy. You should feel an almost overwhelming joy that you are doing, thi

    Smile Jesus Loves You 1 Thessalonians 5:16-5:18 Intro: All of us want to be happy in our lives, don’t we? That might be one reason a person would go to church; to find happiness. But have you ever really thought what happiness includes? Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    How To Make God Smile

    Contributed by Craig Condon on May 14, 2015
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    When we do something for the less fortunate, we are doing it for God. We have a lot to be thankful for, but are we willing to share what we are thankful for with the less fortunate?

    Good morning boys and girls! I wasn’t here last week, but someone told me that Rev. Bonnie gave all of you some homework to do. Do you remember what it was? She gave each of you five dollars and told you to use that money to do something that would make God smile. Have any of you done that ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Demanding Instant Gradifacation

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 30, 2017
     | 3,916 views

    Today we want what we want NOW! I deserve more now! I am entitled to more. Our enemy desires to catch us tired, hungry and alone... Our enemy desires to set the hook. We need to count the cost to be able to finish the task before us.

    INSTANT GRADIFICATION By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Let us LISTEN TO THE CRY FOR INSTANT GRATIFICATION: THE SEX/DRUG MARKET REVEALS THIS CRY. Heroin is injected straight into the veins. The drug is so fast in your veins that the hit or high will come before you remove the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Endurance: How To Be Smiling In The End Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 23, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,744 views

    Endurance is a supernatural power in the life of believers.

    Endurance: How to Be Smiling in the End Psalm 90:10-12 Feb. 8, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Endurance: The capability of sustaining prolonged stressful effort. 1 The Thing: (Ben Grimm) Changed on a genetic ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Your Father Smile Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,287 views

    Worship as enjoying and bring joy to God--the purpose for which we were made.

    Making Your Father Smile Ephesians 1:3-14 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: One of golf’s most interesting moments came in the 1870’s when a Scotchman came to America to promote the new game. To publicize the effort, his company ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Is God Smiling Down On You? Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,537 views

    SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL

    BIG IDEA: SEEKING GOD’S FAVOR IS THE FIRST STEP IN SPIRITUAL REVIVAL I. (:1-3) SEEKING THE FAVOR OF THE GOOD SHEPHERD Trying to get God’s attention ("Oh, give ear, Shepherd of Israel") tender, compassionate shepherd A. (:1a) The Good Shepherd Can Provide Guidance and Direction "Thou who dost lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    What Makes God Smile? Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 11,606 views

    God is a parent who smiles at us a lot. What can we do to help God smile on us?

    What Makes God Smile? Purpose Driven #9 Cornwall October 11, 2003 As a parent, I’ve smiled many times as I’ve watched my children. Sometimes, I’ve smiled as they’ve done something very pleasing to me, or have given me a gift that they have either picked out or created. I’ve smiled when I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational