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  • Justin Miller avatar

    Ask, Seek, Knock Series

    Contributed by Justin Miller on Aug 31, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 15,617 views

    1. We’re in Matthew 7:7-11 today.

    1. We’re in Matthew 7:7-11 today. It’s a pretty familiar passage where Jesus invites us, really more challenges us, to ask, seek and knock – to get persistent in our pursuit of God, to be diligent in asking for divine intervention. And if we to do that, He gives us some promises ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer Keys - Conclusion Series

    Contributed by Mark Stepherson on Mar 15, 2012
     | 9,220 views

    An interviewer asked Billy Graham if he had it all to do over again, would he do anything differently. He answered, “I’d travel less and pray more.”

    Prayer Keys - Conclusion “One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, ‘Lord teach us... to pray.’” Luke 11:1 Mickey Mantle’s father was right handed and his grandfather was left handed. Between them, they taught ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Always Get A Yes From God

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 31, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
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    If God always grants what we request in His name then this would violate His sovereignty but if everything has already been written by God before the foundation of this world then why pray? To find out how to always get a YES from God keep reading!

    Intercessory Prayer Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Last week we learned the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective (James 5:16) for as we draw nearer (4:8) and approach God’s throne of grace (Hebrews 4:16) we as living sacrifices (Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Am I Angry? Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 5, 2024
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     | 1,323 views

    A series looking at the powerful words of James.

    No Spin Zone: Anger James 4 October 6, 2024 Have any of you ever gotten angry when you’re driving? Not at the back seat driver or passenger, but at the situation on the roads. You know, it’s called ROAD-RAGE!! One website stated - - - 70% of Americans admit they will tailgate, trying to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    For The Sake Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Matthew Grise on Mar 28, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,266 views

    Philippians 1:12-18. God uses Paul’s unusual circumstances to advance the gospel despite opposition.

    AGAIN I SAY REJOICE FOR THE SAKE OF THE GOSPEL PHILIPPIANS 1:12-18 INTRODUCTION - I have a general dislike for clichés. There’s just something about them that makes me cringe. Not all clichés, however. I suppose I could be more specific by saying that I dislike those clichés that over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know How To Worship In Spirit And With Truth! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 29, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,539 views

    To worship the Lord in Spirit and truth means we are connected to His Spirit and we are worshiping Him with the right motives, the heart in the right place and our minds focused and centered on the right person and mission.

    Opening Illustration: Me Church - video clip Series: What is the Spirit saying to the church today? Sermon 5: “Know how to worship in Spirit and with Truth” NOTE: Today we are going to start our service with our teaching before you worship because our subject today deals with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Holding Fast Series

    Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Nov 2, 2006
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     | 7,796 views

    What exactly does the phrase "sola scriptura" mean? This expository message from Philippians 2:14-18 follows Paul’s thoughts and motivations regarding "holding fast" to the Word of life.

    “Holding Fast. An Expository Sermon on Philippians 2:14-18. By Matthew Everhard. Originally Preached at Hudson Presbyterian Church October 29th, 2006. The Vote: This morning we are a mere seven days away from making one of the most momentous decisions that Hudson Presbyterian Church has made in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Some Resurrection Incentives Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 26, 2023
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     | 2,228 views

    If you remove the resurrection, if you deny this crucial and wonderful truth of God's redemptive work, you have removed one of the greatest motivations the Lord gives for coming to Christ and for living for Christ.

    1 CORINTHIANS 15: 29-34 [RESURRECTION REALITIES SERIES] SOME RESURRECTION INCENTIVES Scripture is not theoretical, impractical, or irrelevant. If truth is denied we cannot think or live right. Right doctrine is inseparably connected to right moral behavior. Right principles are given to lead ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sermon Get Ready For Something New! Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 30, 2023
     | 5,108 views

    I hope this message will motivate each of us to seek a new vision and a new interest in the things of God. If God wants to do a new thing, How we do embrace it?

    Sermon Get Ready For Something New! TEXT: Isaiah 43:18, 19 Remember ye not the former things, neither consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing; now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert. “Forget the former ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Leaders Utilize Self-Control

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,007 views

    1. The Holy Spirit motivates us to serve with love from a pure heart, a good conscience and a sincere faith by helping us to control our thoughts, emotions, and choices.

    1. The Holy Spirit motivates us to serve with love from a pure heart, a good conscience and a sincere faith by helping us to control our thoughts, emotions, and choices. Paul wrote, "The object and purpose of our instruction and charge is love, which springs from a pure heart and a good (clear) ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Worship God In Spirit And In Truth

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,593 views

    Our worship must be spiritual (with pure spiritual motivations led by the Holy Spirit that resides within us) and according to the truth of the whole counsel of God found in the Bible

    How To Worship God In Spirit and in Truth by Paul Fritz John 4:22-4:24 Worship - To give honor, adoration and praise to God in all aspects of life The Purpose of Worship 1. To express our love for the Lord. (Luke 10;27) 2. To obey His commands to give worship to Him above all gods. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Palm Sunday & "Words Of Life"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 16, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,534 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that Christ expects his followers to follow His steps and declare from their hearts His last eight Words of Life.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Ord Military Chapel Seaside, CA 16 March 2008 Big Idea: Christ expects those who claim to be His followers to follow in his steps, and declare from their hearts His last eight Words of Life. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Purity – The Sixth Step To Happiness Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 26, 2008
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,881 views

    This is the sixth of the "be" attitudes. THREE STEPS TO HAVING A PURE HEART 1. Remember that God sees EVERYTHING. 2. Review my MOTIVES. 3. Realign my PRIORITIES.

    Purity – The Sixth Step To Happiness We have been making our way through a section of scripture known as the beatitudes. They are found in Matthew chapter five. Each of the beatitudes begins with the word – blessed. This word could also be translated – “Happy”. So as we have been making our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Love Because Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 3, 2010
    based on 33 ratings
     | 13,118 views

    1- We love because of Him - motivation 2- We love because of His love - demonstration 3- We love because of His first love - inauguration

    INTRO.- Because, because, because. There is always a “because” about things in life. We do this or that because of something else. ILL.- A bumper sticker read: I owe, I owe, so it’s off to work I go! So very true. What’s your because? Why do you do what you do? Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Ambassadors For Christ

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 20, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,415 views

    We are “ambassadors for Christ.” We see 3 things in this text: Ambassadors have a Mandate from Christ, A Message to carry, and a Motive – the love of Christ.

    AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST 2 Cor. 5:18-21; Lk. 14:31-33 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Have you ever known people who exaggerated? What are some examples? 2. SMALL TOWN a. One comedienne said, “You know, I was visiting a small town last week.” And the audience said with one voice, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God