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  • Mark Lindsey avatar

    Running From God Series

    Contributed by Mark Lindsey on Aug 7, 2023
     | 3,922 views

    The prophet Jonah is an interesting study, for his response to God’s call upon his life often mirrors our response when God calls upon us to be obedient to Him.

    “RUNNING FROM GOD” JONAH 1:1-17 The prophet Jonah is an interesting study, for his response to God’s call upon his life often mirrors our response when God calls upon us to be obedient to Him. The Book of Jonah contains four chapters. Each chapter describes Jonah’s struggle to submit to God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement To Proceed

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 2, 2023
     | 1,292 views

    Everybody has a job, a calling, a gift. Often, we are discouraged during our Christian walk of faith. If we know and see someone struggling to follow their call, why not help them?

    Often, we are discouraged during our Christian walk of faith. We have felt the call of God, and as we strive to follow His will, it seems as though we cannot accomplish or reach that goal God set before us. We should try to remember that God is with us. He would not have placed that calling within ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Name Of The Lord

    Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 29, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 37,592 views

    A theme in the bible dating back to the third generation when "people began calling on the name of the Lord." It is vitally important to recognize the importance of the Lord's name--it is "hallowed." By calling on it we are saved.

    Note: I have developed a set of slides on PowerPoint 10. If anyone is interested in having the .pptx file I will send it to you by Email. Send your request to me at sam@srmccormick.net with the subject Name of the Lord Slides and I will send them directly, along with a file of sermon notes with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    7 The Disposing Series

    Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 26, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,557 views

    This is the 7th of 31 Devotions in a series called 'The Church called Jonah.' These devotions are based on the book of Jonah and are meant to make a comparison between Jonah and The Church of today.

    The Disposing Jonah 1:5 – “every man cried out to his god and threw the cargo that was in the ship into the sea, to lighten the load.” And threw the cargo… We just saw how the mariners, each cried out to his god to help them out of the terrible situation they were in. Now we see them going one ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    That I May Know Him

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 14, 2025
     | 994 views

    The call to "know Him" is an invitation to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. It is a call to experience His resurrection power, share in His sufferings, and become like Him in every aspect.

    THAT I MAY KNOW HIM Scripture Text: Philippians 3:10 (KJV) - "That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death." By Rev Samuel Arimoro INTRODUCTION: The desire to know Christ is the heart of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Parable Of The 10 Virgins/Bridesmaids Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 30,355 views

    Jesus is coming back and we are called to be prepared for that return? Those who are not prepared face a finality of judgment that no one wants to face!

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 16, 2008 Date Preached: September 17, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the 10 Virgins Sermon Text: Matt 25:1-13 (NKJV) 1 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 24, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 796 views

    This sermon explores our dependence on God's Spirit, the unpredictability of His path, and the call to self-denial and cross-bearing in following Jesus.

    Good morning, beloved. I trust that the Lord has kept you well and that you are eager, as I am, to delve into the richness of His Word today. I am grateful for your presence, whether in person or online, and I am confident that God has something special for each and every one of us today. Our focus ...read more

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    Sardis: When Faithfulness Is Assumed Series

    Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 2, 2026
     | 35 views

    Sardis warns that faith can survive in name and form while losing responsiveness, calling believers to awaken and listen again.

    By the time we arrive at Sardis, something subtle has happened to us. Ephesus taught us that love can cool without rebellion. Smyrna taught us that faithfulness can be costly without being fragile. Pergamum taught us that proximity to power can quietly rearrange loyalty. Thyatira taught us that ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Heroes Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Don Haselhuhn on May 15, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 10,785 views

    Third sermon in a series on Hebrews 11. Abraham was called, obeyed and went.

    Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. The text for tonight’s proclamation is taken from the Epistle, Hebrews 11:8; By faith Abraham, when called to go to a place he would later receive as his inheritance, obeyed and went, even though he ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Fish And Spit

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 17, 2001
    based on 115 ratings
     | 5,699 views

    Response to the challenge of God’s call from an unrepentant prophet, Jonah.

    Jonah 2 “Fish and Spit: The Challenge in Jonah .” Can you imagine what it is like to be inside a fish like Jonah? He said in v.5 “seaweed was wrapped around my head” This is like sushi in reverse. All rolled up in seaweed, but thankfully not dipped in wasabi and soy sauce? Hey maybe that’s a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Mark Barnes avatar

    The Unsuccessful Servant

    Contributed by Mark Barnes on Jun 2, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,822 views

    Isaiah’s call - are we willing to respond in the way that he did?

    Introduction ============ Before we look at these verses, let me fill you in on some of the background to the book of Isaiah. The year that King Uzziah died (verse 1) is about 750 years before the birth of Christ. You may know that the nation of the Jews is split into two Kingdoms. The northern ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fishermen Need To Fish

    Contributed by Derrick Watson on Mar 30, 2002
    based on 148 ratings
     | 14,710 views

    God has called you to become a fisher of men and not just a fisherman.

    “Fishermen Need To Fish” Luke 5:10 1. My bro and my sis I must be honest with you when I tell you that I love to fish. I love to fish. And even when the fish aren’t biting, I still just love to fish. I haven’t always loved to fish but as I grew older and came to understand the importance of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Boldly Go

    Contributed by Jim Pye on Feb 3, 2001
    based on 89 ratings
     | 5,607 views

    God calls us all to present His Word and persevere in it.

    4/2/01 10.45 a.m. 2 Timothy 4:1-5: "To boldly go" 4 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Is The Bible Reliable And True? Series

    Contributed by Ricky Burke on Feb 6, 2001
    based on 209 ratings
     | 15,715 views

    This is the second sermon in a series of messages called, "The Basic Questions of Life."

    "Is the Bible True and Reliable?" We’re currently doing a series of messages on what I call "The Basic Questions of Life." These messages deal with the basic questions most people ask at some point in their lives. Questions such as: Is there a God? Is the Bible reliable and true? How did we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do What You Are

    Contributed by John Roy on Feb 22, 2001
    based on 188 ratings
     | 9,312 views

    God has called and equipped us to do what we are.

    DO WHAT YOU ARE Once upon a time the animals decided they should do something meaningful to meet the challenges of the new world. So they organized a school. They developed an activity curriculum of climbing, swimming, running, and flying. To make the administration easier all the animals took all ...read more

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