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  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    A Great Door Is Opened Unto Me (1 Of 2)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 22, 2022
     | 2,273 views

    There is nothing in our life that affects us like the opportunities that confront us each day.

    When the door of opportunity is opened for us, we have to be willing to enter. Illus: Legend has it that the Mormons always gave Mark Twain a hard time about his opposition to their teaching that a man can have many wives. He was always looking for an opportunity to set them straight. That ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Doors In Life

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022
     | 2,221 views

    Doors play a major role in our life each day.

    Have you ever counted how many times you go through doors each day? If you add it up, it will amaze you how much they play a major role in our life - ESPECIALLY THE REFRIGERATOR DOOR! Illus: A woman goes to a psychiatrist and says, "Doctor, you've got to do something about my husband -- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Your Response To Jesus?

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Apr 30, 2021
     | 2,429 views

    Next in series on John. Examines the options we have in responding to Jesus.

    John 11 (2) Last week we studied the resurrection of Lazarus. What a fantastic miracle that was. Can you imagine? Can you imagine someone who has been dead for 4 days, being raised from the dead? Can you imagine being one of the mourners at Mary and Martha’s house? Can you imagine being there, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hopelessly Devoted To You Series

    Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Aug 15, 2022
     | 2,119 views

    Paul encourages the Colossians to be devoted in prayer and make the most of their conversations with outsiders

    Above All: Colossians 4:2-6 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 08-14-2022 Hopelessly Devoted to You On Tuesday, we lost another one of my childhood artist. Olivia Newton John lost her battle with breast cancer at the age of 71. She was a four time Grammy award winning singer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4 Symptoms Of A Derailed Destiny

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 12, 2023
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     | 2,886 views

    Destiny is in OUR hands as much as it is in the hands of God. We can have a Disastrous Destiny if we choose to live our lives without God and His priorities or we can have a Delightful Destiny which is the consequence of choosing to live to please God!

    4 SYMPTOMS OF A DERAILED DESTINY INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A pastor was on his way to his church, running late, and was traveling well over the speed limit. He ended up being pulled over by a state trooper. 2. The officer was not impressed by his explanation or his collar and asked, “Do you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Lydia Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 9, 2023
     | 2,026 views

    Make the most of your opportunity.

    INTRODUCTION • When you think about teams and athletes considered dark horses, one common thread you find is that when the opportunity came knocking, they were ready to take advantage of the opportunity presented to them. • When I pondered this thought, a couple of names came to mind from the NFL; ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Open Doors Come With Adversaries

    Contributed by John Gaston on May 29, 2024
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     | 1,803 views

    "For a great and effective door has opened to me, and there are many adversaries."It seems like a contradiction, but Paul saw difficult situations as opportunities to speak about Jesus.

    OPEN DOORS COME WITH ADVERSARIES 1 Cor. 16:8-9 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man came up to the preacher after service and said, “That was an excellent sermon, but it was not original.” The preacher was taken aback, for he had written it himself. 2. The man said he had a book at home, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Conviction - How Strong Is Yours?

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Sep 13, 2023
     | 1,650 views

    In the Bible, through his actions and prayers, Daniel gives us a powerful example of what it looks like to live unashamed in a culture that sees no need to live righteously and obediently for God's glory.

    We live in a culture that's becoming more and more antagonistic toward anyone who follows Christ. In the Bible, through his actions and prayers, Daniel gives us a powerful example of what it looks like to live unashamed in a culture that sees no need to live righteously and obediently for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Searching For The Lonely Places PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
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     | 360 views

    This sermon's main point is to emphasize the importance of following Jesus' example of intentional prayer and solitude, withdrawing from daily distractions to connect deeply with God.

    Good morning, family! Today, we'll be diving into an intimate look at Jesus' example of the power of prayer and fasting, the importance of seeking out those quiet, lonely places, and making intentional time to connect with the Almighty God. Our text for today is Luke 5:15-16, "Yet the news about ...read more

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    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 22, 2023
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     | 527 views

    This sermon encourages cultivating spiritual sensitivity to recognize and respond to God's leading, as exemplified by Simeon and Anna in the Gospel of Luke. Key

    Good morning, beloved family of Christ. How wonderful it is to gather together in His name, to seek His wisdom, and to bask in His love. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. Our Father, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together today to delve into His Word, to seek His ...read more

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    The Golden Years

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 17, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,974 views

    Is it right or wrong for one to plan and save for the future? What should our attitude be toward our golden years? What does God expect? The account of the prosperous farmer in Luke provides us some valuable lessons.

    THE GOLDEN YEARS LUKE 12:15-21 Introduction: Is it right or wrong for one to plan and save for the future? What should our attitude be toward our golden years? What does God expect? The account of the prosperous farmer in Luke provides us some valuable lessons. Let us examine the rich man’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Inefficiency

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jul 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,602 views

    Jesus keeps reaching out to us, even though we have rejected him.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas July 6, 2008 KINGDOM INEFFICIENCY Isaac Butterworth Matthew 13:1-9 (NIV) 1 That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. 2 Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Peter, Feed My Sheep” (10 Of 21)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 11, 2022
     | 1,429 views

    God told Peter "feed" my "sheep".

    Every Pastor has to always remember the sheep belong to the Lord. The Lord said to Peter, “Feed MY sheep.” The Pastor has been entrusted to feed God’s sheep. One day he will have to give account to God for what he fed them. In chapters 4 & 5, Peter FED them some spiritual food they may not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    108? --- What Is The Enemy Of Better?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 10, 2015
     | 3,818 views

    108? Stats say 108 people die a minute. One day you will tie your shoes and the undertaker will un-tie them. What opportunities are we missing? God grant us open doors!

    108 --- YES 108 ... WHAT IS THE ENEMY OF BETTER? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. EVER CONSIDER WHY SOME DOORS OPEN AND SOME DOORS CLOSE? LET US WEIGH IN ON THE SUBJECT OF OPPORTUNITIES... Revelation 3:8 I know thy works: behold, I have set before thee an open door, and no man ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Prone To Wander Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 17, 2022
     | 2,067 views

    We don’t need to go through life in meaningless wandering. God has a purpose intended for you. There is no need of the tragedy of wasted years once you begin your journey with Christ.

    The Hymn Come Thou Font of Every Blessing was written by Robert Robinson. In 1752 when he was seventeen years old, he went to hear George Whitefield preaching. He went drunk to the meeting planning to make fun of the preaching. That day Whitefield preached on the wrath to come. The sermon made an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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