Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

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  • Kris Young avatar

    The Spirit And The Bride Say Come

    Contributed by Kris Young on Feb 15, 2001
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    The parallel with God, The Throne, and the Waters that flow with the presence we can experience now.

    Introduction – 1. Fresh Water vs. City or Well Water. 2. Today, I am here to turn on the faucet to the Fresh Water. a. I can’t make you drink, but I can turn the faucet on. 3. This may shock many of you. There is a Holy Spirit! 4. Read Acts 19:1-6. 5. You see, God told us he would send the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Ong avatar

    Bring The Vessels

    Contributed by John Ong on Sep 24, 2015
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    Let us look into the story of Elisha who helped a widow and her sons and find out what God is telling us today.

    Let us look into the story of Elisha who helped a widow and her sons and find out what God is telling us today. 2 Kings 4: 1-7 Now a wife of one of the prophets appealed to Elisha for help, saying, “Your servant, my husband is dead. You know that your servant was a loyal follower of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    You Have The Honor Of Communing With The Architect Of Reality

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
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    It's quite astonishing to me that I have the ability to commune regularly with the architect of time, space, matter, energy, and consciousness. Dare I treat it as ordinary? Dare I allow it to become mundane?

    It's quite astonishing to me that I have the ability to commune regularly with the architect of time, space, matter, energy, and consciousness. Dare I treat it as ordinary? Dare I allow it to become mundane? Though I am only human, I can perceive at least some of this wonder. Can't I? ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Chris Swanson avatar

    How Do We Prosper When Dealing With A Problem?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 2, 2023
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    What Christians are supposed to do when they face a problem and what some might do are two separate issues. How Christians handle themselves can either have a positive or a negative effect on others.

    Nehemiah 2:1-20 Nehemiah was the cupbearer to the king of Persia, Artaxerxes. He was a man of God and was a trusted advisor to the king. Many decades prior, Zerubbabel was able to get the Jerusalem Temple rebuilt. Some years later, Ezra had returned to Jerusalem to help with the spiritual needs of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Unstoppable Growth Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 18, 2016
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    What will it take for the concept of unreached people to become totally intolerable for us in the church?

    Unstoppable Growth Mark 4:21-34 Rev. Brian Bill May 14-15, 2016 David Platt, author of several books, including Radical, is now the president of the Southern Baptist’s International Foreign Mission Board. Beth and I heard him preach a sermon about a month ago that crushed me. I’ve ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Marcus Naugler avatar

    Finances: Building A Stable Future (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 23, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
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    Building a foundation by monetary means is useless and futile without Godly wisdom. Honoring the Lord with our finances is the key to a stable future.

    Finances: Building a Stable Future (Part 2, Building a Stronger Family) Text: Proverbs 3:7-18 (page 450 in pew Bible) TOP 10 SIGNS YOU ARE BROKE 10. American Express calls and says: "Leave home without it!" 9. You’re formulating a plan to rob the food bank. 8. Long distance companies don’t ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    What Is In Your Hand? (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 4, 2015
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    With a rod in Moses’s hand he was able to save the Israelites from Egypt. God has already given each one of us something in our hands. What are we doing with it? Our choice to use, misuse or abuse the thing in our hands will also reap the same consequence

    Opening illustration: My mother’s uncle was a soldier in WWII. He had served the British Army in the course of the colonization of India. During the war he was captured by the Germans and sent to the concentration camp. To India he became a MIA. His family was in shock and cried their life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Warnings To The Wealthy Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 13, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
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    In this passage James addresses us about the use of our finances. James warns people against using their finances as if there is no God.

    Scripture William Jennings Bryan (1860-1925), the gifted orator and three-time United States Democratic nominee for President, is reported to have said, “No one can earn a million dollars honestly.” Tertullian (ca. 155–230), was a church leader and prolific author during the early years of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Attitude: The Response Of A Successful Steward Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 27, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
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    We learn about three different attitudes with regard to stewardship.

    Scripture Think of a person whom you greatly admire and respect. Do you have such a person in mind? Good. Now, what is it about that person that you appreciate so much? What is it that really draws you to them? Let’s list the qualities and characteristics of the person whom you greatly admire. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    "god's End-Time Army."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 8, 2023
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    "Did you know that God selected you to be a leader in his army even before your birth? Each experience in your life, whether good or bad, has equipped you for this position. You were chosen for a significant purpose. Therefore, embrace your destiny and confidently take on the challenge."

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 34:7) "The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." (Ephesians 6:10-12) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Rising Above Doubts And Fears

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 30, 2005
    based on 59 ratings
     | 15,364 views

    Eight realizations for dealing with trouble.

    The book of Second Corinthians is about trouble so we’re going to use a small passage from chapter four of this letter to gather some clues on how to deal with our trouble. This is the last sermon in the series "How to Have a Great Year!". We’ve learned that if we’re going to have a great year ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Principle Of Excellence Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 26, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,526 views

    This is a revamp of an earlier message I did from Bob Russell’s book, "When God Builds A Church."

    INTRODUCTION  SLIDE #1  I want to share a couple of passages with you this morning to ponder this morning.  SLIDE #2  Colossians 3:17 (NASB) 17Whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through Him to God the Father. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Hope Of Your Calling PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 4, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 721 views

    Explores how to harness our Christian calling, honor our spiritual gifts, and heed the call to spread hope in a world that desperately needs it.

    Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who once said, "Hope itself is like a star - not to be seen in the sunshine of prosperity, and only to be discovered in the night of adversity." It is a profound truth that hope often ...read more

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  • Chris Swanson avatar

    How Do We Know If The Bush Is Still Burning?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Sep 16, 2023
     | 820 views

    This is the story of when Moses was tending sheep and saw a bush burning that was not consumed by the fire.

    What a differentiation between Moses' life as an Egyptian ruler and his life as a Midianite shepherd. As a ruler, he had everything accomplished for him since he was the renowned child of an Egyptian princess. As a Midianite shepherd, he needed to thoroughly take care of himself. He was holding ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Greg Addison avatar

    Handling Scriptures Skillfully Series

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Jan 10, 2008
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,054 views

    How much of the Bible is a normal christian supposed to know? The standard for all of us is a skilled workman. There are several basic skills we should all have as beleivers.

    Handling the Bible Skillfully Janet and I love the Colonial period of time. I read about it regularly, both about the Revolutionary War and the period leading up to and immediately after the writing and adoption of the Constitution. I love studying the war and the incredible victory won under the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist