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  • Joe Jones avatar

    The Progressive Guidance Of God

    Contributed by Joe Jones on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
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    One of the wonderful things about the Christian life is that it is ever-changing. There are no boring days when we can wake up each day to serve a God whose mercies are “new every morning”.

    One of the wonderful things about the Christian life is that it is ever-changing. There are no boring days when we can wake up each day to serve a God whose mercies are “new every morning”. His guidance is constant and consistent…he’s the tour guide that never gets out ahead of you….the tour guide ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Messenger Called Trouble

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 11, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
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    "Trouble Talk" It reminds us of our need for God. Sometimesit is a divine wake up call. Trouble calls us to 1- Talk with God 2- Turn to God 3- Trust God

    A Messenger Called “TROUBLE” Jonah 2 4-28-02 1. Jonah 2:1-2 “Then Jonah prayed to the LORD his God from the fish’s belly. 2And he said: "I cried out to the LORD because of my affliction,And He answered me. "Out of the belly of Sheol I cried, And You heard my voice. In the next few ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Faith Soars! Fear Crawls.

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 15, 2022
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    Many Christians have settled for survival existence; they’re not expecting the abundance or the supernatural of God. They have been crippled by anxiety, disappointments, or fears. God commands us to wake up to faith.

    FAITH SOARS! FEAR CRAWLS. 2 Tim 1:6-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. There are a lot of things in our lives that cause us to worry. Rick Majerus, men’s basketball coach at the University of Utah, recently captured a common concern: “Everyone’s worried about the economy this year. Hey, my hairline is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    Put On Christ Series

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022
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    The first Sunday of Advent is about waking up from our slumber to pay attention to God’s Word for us as we We wait for that glorious day when Jesus shall return.

    And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. - Romans 13:11 Advent always seems out of place while everything else that is going on around us. While people are rushing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    10,000 Goes

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Sep 29, 2013
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    The ones whose eyes are fixed on the Messiah, would want to come into the House of the Lord, though it means waking up early on Sunday, forgoing your week end bashes with friends and much more!

    10,000 goes Luke 20: 35”But those who are counted worthy to attain that age, and the resurrection from the dead…” Awash with plethora of distractions, hot temptations around us, it is very difficult to find people consistent in their walk with God. They are all beans one day ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Empowered For Service Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 10, 2013
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    God does not call us to anything that He will not equip us for. The church is a sleeping giant and if we ever wake up we will make an impact in lives we come into contact with.

    Sowing Seeds; Life, Faith, Service Sermon number 5- Empowered for service We continue in the series Life, Faith, and Service. For a couple of weeks we have looked into our faith. We saw that faith and reason can work together, but reasoning alone puts our focus on limitations and negatives ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Midnight Vigil! Series

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 6, 2013
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     | 7,286 views

    Let me reiterate, passion keeps you awake! Passion wakes you up early!

    Lamborghini! Psalms 119:62 ‘At midnight I will rise to give thanks to You, Because of Your righteous judgments.’ John Abraham, Bollwood actor has an ‘adrenaline rush’ for exotic cars; among the fleet of cars and bikes he owns was added the latest ‘Lamborghini.’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Let God Make The Most Of Your Life Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 28, 2021
     | 4,318 views

    God wants to help us make the most of our lives, so... 1. He tells us to wake-up (vs. 11-12). 2. He tells us how to walk (vs. 13). 3. He tells us what to wear (vs. 12, 14).

    Let God Make the Most of Your Life The Book of Romans Romans 13:10-14; Ephesians 6:10-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared October 28, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Here in Romans 13, God's Word has been telling us how to live the Christian life. We have seen that God wants us to obey man-made laws, -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wilson Oshorakpor avatar

    Hard And Bitter Truths

    Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jan 16, 2025
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    The church as an agent of moral and spiritual transformation is becoming lukewarm. Hard and bitter truths are no longer preached in many churches. The church must wake up and once again shake the world like the days of the Apostles.

    TEXT: 2 Cor 7:8-10 (NLT) "I am not sorry that I sent that severe letter to you, though I was sorry at first, for I know it was painful to you for a little while. Now I am glad I sent it, not because it hurt you, but because the pain caused you to repent and change your ways. It was the kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ascended: A Journey To Spiritual Awakening Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on May 29, 2024
    based on 4 ratings
     | 741 views

    John 3:1-17 is about being reborn in Christ and recognizing Jesus as the only authority who has gone up to heaven. This truth unfolds in three parts: Waking up to Spiritual Reality, Giving in to God's Change, and Holding on to Jesus.

    Nicodemus was a big deal, a religious leader. But he was curious about Jesus, so he came to Him at night. Jesus told him something wild: to see God's kingdom, you have to be born again. It's like waking up to a whole new level of reality, a spiritual one. To see God's kingdom, you have to be born ...read more

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  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Short-Lived Change

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 10, 2002
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,017 views

    Israel like America receiving wake up calls from God, repented and changed in the short term. Why do we follow this pattern and what can bring about permanent long term change?

    SHORT-LIVED CHANGE JUDGES 2:10B-19 I. THE PATTERN OF ISRAEL’S SHORT-LIVED CHANGE A. Israel’s Forgetfulness 1. In verse 7 we see that Joshua and the Elders who had crossed Jordan, lead the people into and established Israel in the Promised Land maintained a strong national faith. 2. However, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Forward In Faith 7: Why Are You Here? A Communion Reflection

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 15, 2013
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     | 7,524 views

    WHY ARE YOU HERE? Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did God permit me to wake up this morning? Why is my heart still beating, & my lungs still breathing?

    Why are you here? A Communion Service Reflection Tonight I want to ask the question: WHY ARE YOU HERE? Have you ever asked yourself, “Why did God permit me to wake up this morning? Why is my heart still beating, & my lungs still breathing? Why am I here? What is the purpose of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • William Akehurst avatar

    Discernment In The Days Of Deception – A Spiritual Warning From Matthew 16:1-12 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 21, 2025
     | 181 views

    JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold fast to the truth of God's Word.

    2025.06.22 Sermon Notes. DISCERNMENT in the DAYS of DECEPTION – A SPIRITUAL WARNING PART 1_ Matthew 16:1-12 WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: JESUS issues a warning, a spiritual alert to HIS disciples and for us today. A wake-up call to stand firm in sound doctrine, to test all things, and to hold ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    7 Up

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 29, 2009
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,201 views

    Its time to put some fizz back in the church

    7 UP As a young man one of the best selling soft drinks was 7 up. It had a strong fizz and was clean and clear. It was lifting up when you were hot and tired. We can find 7 things to make us live a better life if we look close. 1. CHRISTIANS MUST STAND UP. Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Zacch Olorunnipa avatar

    Heavenly Versus Earthly Treasures

    Contributed by Zacch Olorunnipa on Jan 14, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 16,388 views

    REGARDING THE RECENT TURBULENCE IN THE U.S. AND GLOBAL FINANCIAL MARKETS AS A DIVINE WAKE UP CALL, THIS SERMON REMINDS AND ADMONISHES READERS TO ACCEPT THE COUNSEL OF JESUS CHRIST BY INVESTING IN HEAVENLY TREASURES THAT WILL YIELD ETERNAL DIVIDENDS INSTEA

    “19Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: 20But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal: 21For where your treasure ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal