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  • Dean Lucas avatar

    We Must Hear The Voice Of God

    Contributed by Dean Lucas on Jan 8, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 5,839 views

    A Sermon for the beggining of the year but can be use any time about the importance of hear Gods voice in all ares of our lives

    We must hear the voice of God Victory AM 1/3/2004 John 10:1-5 At this time of the year you may be expecting the usual sermon about the vision of the church or the future and what lays a head. You may have been looking forward to revisiting purpose statements or even looking at mission statements ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Stephen Weatherby avatar

    I Am The Door Series

    Contributed by Stephen Weatherby on Aug 16, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,134 views

    I Am the Door

    A man in Australia was arrested and charged with stealing a sheep. But he claimed emphatically that it was one of his own that had been missing for many days. When the case went to court, the judge was puzzled, not knowing how to decide the matter. At last he asked that the sheep be brought into ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    Why Will We Enter His Gates With Thanksgiving?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 17, 2025
     | 528 views

    This is a summons for us to enter into the presence of God with a joyful heart.

    The question presented is “Why will we enter His gates with thanksgiving?” A simple answer is, why not. One cannot answer this question solely on verse four. The whole chapter needs to be considered when populating a response. This psalm opens with a solicitation to the entire earth to happily ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ken Pell avatar

    What Must I Do? You Must Deny Yourself And Follow Him Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 15, 2013
     | 20,493 views

    The way of costly obedience is the way that leads to joy but what God says you "must" do God knows you can do.

    WHAT MUST I DO? DENY YOURSELF, TAKE UP YOUR CROSS AND FOLLOW JESUS** LUKE 9:18-26 Big Idea: The way of costly obedience is the way that leads to joy. Intro: Imagine that you made a visit to your doctor and he told you that you had a disease. He tells you that you can survive the disease if ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Ken Pell avatar

    What Must I Do? You Must Follow Christ (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 30, 2013
     | 4,696 views

    If we are to follow Jesus then we must walk as he walked (1 John 2:6)

    WHAT MUST I DO? FOLLOW CHRIST – PART 2 JOHN 12:24-26 Big Idea: If we are to follow Jesus then we must walk as he walked (1 John 2:6) John 12:24-26 I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Pastor Randall Timblin avatar

    Where Can I Turn: When I Am Angry Series

    Contributed by Pastor Randall Timblin on Sep 9, 2018
     | 4,658 views

    We are often engaged in "Anger Spells" and do not know where we should turn for remedy or rest.

    Who among us has never been angry… How about a show of hands if this applies to you! I know I have… cause I’ve seen me do it! 99 men out of 100 have been seriously angry… The other one won't admit it! Have you noticed that other emotions seem to get in the act when you are angry? Come on… am I ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Consequences Of Our Actions And Attitudes PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 23, 2025
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    The sermon urges us to notice and compassionately respond to those in need at our gates, opening our lives and tables with urgent, Christlike love.

    Some stories slip in quietly and sit down beside you. Others knock at the front door and ask to be heard. Jesus tells one that stands at the gate. We can see him, can’t we? A rich man with linens crisp as a spring morning. A poor man with sores that sting like salt. A gate between them. A table ...read more

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  • James Bohrer avatar

    The Gates Of Hell No Longer Have A Hold On You!

    Contributed by James Bohrer on Apr 8, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,417 views

    An Easter Message that takes a different slant on Christ preparation of the disciples. It calls us to boldly embrace and share the power of His resurrection.

    The gates of hell no longer have a hold on you! Matthew 16:13-19 Easter Sunday 2015 Dr. Jim Bohrer Gates are all around us. Some gates protect a garden, a yard, perhaps a store. Some gates have beware of dog. Those gates keep you out and hopefully keep the dog inside. And some gates keep you in. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Jenkins avatar

    Running A Rescue Shop At The Front Gates Of Hell Series

    Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,575 views

    Running a rescue shop at the front gates of hell

    Matthew 28:18-19, "18Jesus came and told his disciples, "I have been given complete authority in heaven and on earth. 19Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. 20Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Lay Man avatar

    God Opens And Shuts Doors Of Opportunity

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 26, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,469 views

    These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. - Revelation 3:7 Life can be a maze of options, choices, decisions and goals. At times one can feel overwhelm ..

    These are the words of him who is holy and true, who holds the key of David. What he opens no one can shut, and what he shuts no one can open. - Revelation 3:7 Life can be a maze of options, choices, decisions and goals. At times one can feel overwhelmed with choice itself. In America when you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    What Counts In Your Life

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 9, 2025
     | 75 views

    Jesus tells us that we should strive to enter by the narrow gate in answer to the question Lord are there few who are saved?

    I would like to focus on one verse today 24 “Strive to enter through the narrow gate, for many, I say to you, will seek to enter and will not be able. I wonder what counts most in our lives? Story: The son of a wealthy man expected to receive a sports car for his graduation. Instead his Dad ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Claude Alexander avatar

    The Parable Of The House Built On The Rock Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 28, 2019
    based on 5 ratings
     | 13,433 views

    Life consists of the choices we make and is built on the things we do every single day. ? How do you know that your world isn’t just going to fall to pieces when the storm comes in

    The parable of the house built on the rock Matt. 7:13-29 Life consists of the choices we make and is built on the things we do every single day. But how do you know if the life you’re building is secure? How do you know that your world isn’t just going to fall to pieces when the storm comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    Don’t Leave The Poor Man At The Gate

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 29, 2005
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,680 views

    The ultimate measure of our love for God is a derivitive of our compasion for others.

    The time was about 3:pm.;Peter and John went to the temple to pray. No mention of the man’s name or his family. But much is said about his condtion and his daily plea for human sympathy. This certain man was lame from birth. Everywhere he went he was carried by some descent folk of his day. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Phillip Paschal avatar

    When God Opens A Door For You

    Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Sep 27, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 17,454 views

    Blessings

    WHEN GOD OPENS A DOOR FOR YOU ESTHER 2:1-7; 16-17 INTRO. BY OUR OWN MEANS AND INGINUITY, THERE ARE CERTAIN THINGS THAT WE CANNOT ACCOMPLISH: THINGS THAT REQUIRE THE DIRECT DIVINE INTERVENTION OF ALMIGHTY GOD. AS I ROLL BACK THE TABLETS OF MY MIND AND SHARE WITH YOU THAT IT WAS MAY 10TH, 1999, THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Open The Door As Wide As A Needles Eye! Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 11, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,845 views

    With mankind it is impossible for us to gain our salvation through our own effort. God has made it possible because with God all things are possible!

    The first of two camels in this sermon series Think of a time when someone has asked you instructions to get somewhere. What about this scenario? Someone asks you, what do I have to do to get into Jade Stadium to watch the test games in the 2011 Rugby World Cup? I think the answer would be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army