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  • Chuck Gohn avatar

    The Pursuit Of Pleasure - Chasing After The Wind Series

    Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 1, 2022
     | 2,683 views

    This sermon focuses on the concept of pleasure and the reality that lasting pleasure cannot be found in earthly pursuits but only in the pursuit of God as our greatest good.

    Good morning. I trust you all had a pleasurable 4th of July. Speaking of the word pleasure, I need somebody to define pleasure for me. What does the word pleasure mean? Enjoyment. Satisfaction. Would you be satisfied with this definition? Pleasure is the enjoyment or satisfaction derived ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • James Jackson avatar

    The Pursuit (Romans 12:1-2) Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Oct 3, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,904 views

    We use the phrase "The Pursuit of Jesus" all the time. But what happens when we catch Him? And at the end of the day, is it we who are pursuing Jesus, or is it the other way around?

    The Pursuit Romans 12 Good morning! Please turn to Romans 12. This week I spent way more time than I should have watching greyhound races. Don’t worry. I wasn’t betting any money. But I had heard a sermon illustration that talked about what happened at a greyhound race one time when the rabbit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Reverend Cooper McWhirter avatar

    The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016
     | 4,421 views

    Some of the great people of faith in the Bible did not finish life well. They had downturns.

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 10, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part One] Philippians 3:1-11 A wise pastor once offered me this piece of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Pursuit Of Excellence: "Finishing Life Well"

    Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016
     | 7,488 views

    Mediocrity is NOT an option!

    Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, April 17, 2016 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter The Pursuit of Excellence: “Finishing Life Well!” [Part Two] Philippians 3:12-21 My fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Seibing, was a real taskmaster! But as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Charlie Roberts avatar

    The Continual Pursuit Of God’s Love

    Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Oct 31, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,867 views

    How many times have we heard someone say, before giving their life to Jesus? I just felt like something was missing in my life, something of a spiritual nature.

    The Continual Pursuit Of God’s Love Psalms 139:13-18 NIV This is David’s realization of God’s amazing love and attentiveness to every humans soul and existence! 13. For you created my inmost being;     you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14. I praise you because I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Timothy Peck avatar

    Life, Liberty, And The Pursuit Of...what? Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 9, 2001
    based on 71 ratings
     | 11,624 views

    Five ways to use our spiritual liberty in Christ to pursue love in our relationships.

    On Wednesday our nation celebrates its national independence. As you well know, the fourth of July commemorates the day when representatives of the thirteen colonies signed The Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. By signing that Declaration, those thirteen colonies were announcing their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Seeking The Lord: A Journey Of Continual Pursuit Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 6, 2024
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     | 803 views

    Psalm 105:4 calls us to seek the Lord with unwavering dedication. As we delve into this passage, we will discover what it means to seek His presence continually and how this pursuit transforms our lives.

    Seeking the Lord: A Journey of Continual Pursuit Introduction: Today, we will explore the profound depths of Psalm 105:4, a verse that calls us to seek the Lord with unwavering dedication. As we delve into this passage, we will discover what it means to seek His presence continually and how this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Knowing God, Life's Ultimate Pursuit

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 32,939 views

    My goal today is; 1st to challenge us to honestly reflect on our personal knowledge of God and 2nd to send all of us on a fast pursuit to know God better. (I kings - pt 5)

    "KNOWING GOD, LIFE’S ULTIMATE PURSUIT" TEXT: 1 KINGS 18 INTRODUCTION One of the most powerful scenes in the bible is the prophet Elijah going 1 on 450 -- against the prophets of the false god Baal. 1 KINGS 18:22-29 Elijah prepares his altar - soaks it down 3 times, and then prays to God -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ken Kersten avatar

    Trivial Pursuit - The Consequence Of Ignoring God's Will Series

    Contributed by Ken Kersten on Jun 1, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 11,089 views

    Games People Play - Trivial Pursuit - a look at following the will of God to keep life from being a "Trivial Pursuit".

    Trivial Pursuit Mark 8:36-37 We are continuing our series on Games that People Play. Now most of you probably have played today’s game Trivial Pursuit or one of its many spin-offs. The original Trivial Pursuit came out in 1981, which makes it relatively young compared to the classics, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Balancing Personal Pursuits With Kingdom Priorities Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025
     | 131 views

    1 Kings 7 reminds us that while it is not wrong to build personal projects, God's house and His priorities must always come first.

    BALANCING PERSONAL PURSUITS WITH KINGDOM PRIORITIES By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 7:1-51 Supporting Texts: Matthew 6:33; Haggai 1:3-9; Proverbs 3:5-6; 2 Chronicles 3:1-2; Colossians 3:23-24 INTRODUCTION: After completing the house of the Lord in seven years, Solomon began to build ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ronald Crandall avatar

    A Passionate Pursuit Of God Part 1

    Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Dec 10, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,929 views

    The children of Isreal have come to the mountian at Sinai.

    A passionate pursuit of God 1/6/02 By: Pastor Ron Crandall Ex 19:11,13&14,16&17,20 11 And be ready against the third day: for the third day the LORD will come down in the sight of all the people upon mount Sinai. 13 There shall not a hand touch it, but he shall surely be stoned, or shot through; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Passionate Pursuit Of God Part 2

    Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Dec 21, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 7,414 views

    Deals with our struggles in life as we walk around the presence of God, rather than in the presence of God

    A passionate pursuit of God Part 2 By:Dave Bakker Exod 19:10-20 10 And the LORD said unto Moses, Go unto the people, and sanctify them to day and to morrow, and let them wash their clothes, 11 And be ready against the third day: for the third day the LORD will come down in the sight of all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jeremy Houck avatar

    The Games People Play - Trivial Pursuit Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Feb 19, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 5,053 views

    Using Board Games as a jumping off place we looked at our Christianity. He we answer the old question "Why do bad things happen to good people?".

    The Games People Play - Trivial Pursuit Why do Bad Things Happen to Good People Introduction: A. In the wake of tragedy... 1. Why do bad things happen to good people? 2. Why does God allow it? 3. What is the Biblical view? B. "All things work together for good..." (Romans 8:28) We know that in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Ward avatar

    Games People Play: "Trivial Pursuit" Series

    Contributed by David Ward on Sep 26, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,599 views

    BIG IDEA: Instead of pursuing the trivial, we should invest in the eternal.

    GAMES PEOPLE PLAY: “Trivial Pursuit” Matthew 6:19-24 INTRODUCTION: Trivial Pursuit is a board game for 2-6 players or teams, in which winning is determined by your ability to answer general knowledge and pop culture trivia questions. The game was created in December 1979 by two ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jennifer Casto avatar

    Prayer Changes Things In The Pursuit Of A Breakthrough

    Contributed by Jennifer Casto on May 21, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,798 views

    Prayer Changes Things In The Pursuit of A Breakthrough... Introduction: Have you been praying and praying and praying for a specific something or for something to happen in your life? Today I want to talk with you about principles on prayer from a w

    (these are the notes that I prepared but I also went into many different illustrations and explanation as The Holy Spirit gave me utterance---) Sermon Title: Prayer Changes Things In The Pursuit of A Breakthrough Jennifer Mears 5/9/2007 Text: I Samuel, Chapter 1 (all 28 verses) Amplified ...read more

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