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  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Letter To My Father

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Oct 12, 2020
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    God is our father. He desires that we communicate wit him. Let's pour the problems bothering our hearts to him like David did. He will answer us, for we are his children.

    TEXT: Philemon 1:21(NLT) "I am confident as I write this letter that you will do what I ask and even more!" Oct 6, My dear father, "I am worn out from sobbing. All night I flood my bed with weeping, drenching it with my tears. My vision is blurred by grief; my eyes are worn out ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    What Is Life

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 17, 2017
     | 3,766 views

    What is life for the Christian?

    Philippians 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Just as Christ had no will of His own, but lived to fulfill the will of the Father we are to have no will or life of our own but to fulfill the will of Christ since we have His mind. Having His mind we should have His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Called To Holiness

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 6, 2015
     | 3,866 views

    God did not call us to satisfy our pleasures, but has called us to holiness.

    Called to Holiness June 28, 2015 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God did not call us to satisfy our pleasures, but has called us to holiness. Focus Passage: 1Thess. 4:1-8 Supplemental Passage: What may we say, then? are we to go on in sin so that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For Me To Live Is

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 17, 2023
     | 1,375 views

    Are we really WWJD people or WWID?

    Philippians 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Just as Christ had no will of His own, but lived to fulfill the will of the Father we are to have no will or life of our own but to fulfill the will of Christ since we have His mind. Having His mind we should have His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fighting Words: Understanding And Overcoming Conflict Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 9, 2024
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     | 891 views

    We all fight with each other, but have you ever wondered why? James tells us it's because of our own desires. Our desires can lead to conflict and fights. But there's hope. We can change the way we handle our desires.

    Hey guys, let's dive into something we all know too well - fights. You know, those arguments with your siblings over the remote, or with your friends over who gets the last slice of pizza. Ever wondered why we fight? James, in the Bible, says it's because of our own desires. Let's pray: "God, help ...read more

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    Footholds

    Contributed by Danny Thomas on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 3,974 views

    The progression of satanic footholds.

    Footholds Ephesians 4:25-32 Ephesians 4:25-32 25 Therefore, putting away lying, "Let each one of you speak truth with his neighbor," for we are members of one another. 26 "Be angry, and do not sin": do not let the sun go down on your wrath, 27 nor give place to the devil. 28 Let him who stole ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    All We Need Is In Christ

    Contributed by Rex E. Faile on Jan 29, 2007
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    The apostle Peter shares the wonderful promise of God to us that God has given us everything we need for both this life and the life to come through his son Jesus Christ

    All We Need Is In Christ Pastor Rex E. Faile, Sr. Lakewood Christian Church Introduction: The apostle Peter shares the wonderful promise of God to us that God has given us everything we need for both this life and the life to come through his son Jesus Christ 2 Pet 1:1-12 1 Simon Peter, a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014
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     | 4,770 views

    Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

    Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Obedience

    Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020
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    Obedience is not a foundation of a christian life but it is a fruit of faith through the Word of God and power of the Holy Spirit

    ** the Bible says the Law can't produce faith in other words obeying the law doesn't produce a faith based life but believing in the Son of God produces an obedient based life ** Obedience___hupakoe (hoop-ak-o-ay)__Greek ___hupo---under ___akouo---to hear **obedience___ the character of ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    "The Voice"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 16, 2012
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,209 views

    The sermon is based upon the Voice of God why we hear the voice and why we don't.

    Psalm 29 "The Voice" 1. Our text today says the Voice of the Lord is like: A. The Text says the Voice of the Lord is over the Waters The Voice of the Lord is like Thunder The Voice of the Lord is Powerful, The Voice of the Lord is Majestic (Holy Garments) The Voice of the Lord is able ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Waiting With Expectation: Living As Ready Servants

    Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 5, 2025
     | 512 views

    Jesus calls us to live with anticipation and readiness for His return. He reminds us that our Heavenly Father has prepared a wonderful inheritance for us—His kingdom—and that we should live in a state of vigilance and faithfulness.

    1. The Comfort of God's Pledge (Luke 12:32) Jesus begins with a word of reassurance: “Do not be afraid, little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.” This is a comforting reminder that our Heavenly Father’s desire is to bless us with His kingdom. His love is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    If You Knew

    Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 16, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,271 views

    Our lack of knowledge hinder us from asking.

    1stBBC If you knew John 4:6-7 Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied with his journey, sat thus on the well: and it was about the sixth hour. There cometh a woman of Samaria to draw water: Jesus saith unto her, Give me to drink. John 4:10 Jesus answered and said unto her, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living In Laodicea

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Aug 11, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,797 views

    We need to be living lives of hot love for the Lord.

    INTRODUCTION -Hot water is useful for a drink -Add finely ground coffee beans or tea leaves -Cold water is a wonderful drink -Especially on a 90+ degree day -Warm, room temperature water is not a very desirable drink -Unless we are extremely thirsty -My question to you ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Miguel Monge Jr. avatar

    No Prayer, No Life;know Prayer Know Life! Series

    Contributed by Miguel Monge Jr. on Jul 26, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,001 views

    Prayer gets God’s work done! This sermon will help us learn to pray God’s way!

    Part 3 of the series; Getting in spiritual shape: No prayer, No Life; Know Prayer, Know Life Prayer- Most people associate prayer with trouble and hardship or when something is needed. I often had the idea that prayer was just that but throughout the years I have learned that prayer is more ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Does God Want? Series

    Contributed by William Noel on Jun 13, 2004
    based on 245 ratings
     | 28,677 views

    An outline and supporting arguements for what God requires from every believer

    Understanding The Will Of God Series “What Does God Want?” Micah 6:(1-7) 8 Introduction · ILL.: A preacher tested a young boy from his church when he said, ‘Son, I will give you an apple if you can tell me what God knows. The boy thought for a minute and then replied, ‘Preacher, I’ll give you a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist