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    A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Jul 9, 2002
    based on 43 ratings
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    Jesus did not just talk about servant-ministry: He modeled it for us. And as they say... a picture IS worth a thousand words.

    I. A Picture of Renunciation (4a) A. Renounced His prerogatives as Deity 1. Picture of His taking the form of a man 2. Philippians 2:7 (HCSB), “Instead He emptied Himself by assuming the form of a slave, taking on the likeness of men.” B. Renounced His Position as their Master 1. Removed His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's Wrong With Gambling?

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 4,046 views

    How should a Christian respond to the gambling craze of our day? The Scripture provides insight into how we should stand.

    Definition of Gambling: Desiring the possession of another (the prize) the gambler creates a risk (losing his own) in an attempt, through, chance, to gain the other person’s possession with nothing to give in exchange. To justify gambling, many people say things like “Life is a gamble… A farmer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Biblical Faith

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,336 views

    What elements are necessary for a Biblical Faith?

    Biblical faith involves 3 things: our minds, our emotions, and our wills I. Our Minds A. Biblical faith is first of all belief based on evidence 1. Christianity is firmly set in history 2. A reasonable and honest inquiry with our minds leads us to believe that the Bible is too accurate to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Roadblocks On The Way To Revival

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,500 views

    Some things common to most churches are standing in the way of real revival.

    I. We want Stirrings without Change A. Emotionalism B. Shouting & singing with joybells ringing but no personal involvement C. Reservoir without being a river (Dead Sea) II. We want Sound Doctrine without Compliance A. Want it told like it is, but live like it isn’t B. Intellectualism – study of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Business

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,453 views

    Kingdom Business is what we are to be about.

    Jesus said to seek first the kingdom of God. Everything else comes in second, and it comes in a far second. I. See the Reality of the Kingdom A. Tangible Evidence B. Walk by faith and not by sight II. Seek the Rule of the Kingdom A. ‘Kingdom’ means rule, authority B. Your heart is a throne and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Final Briefing

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,462 views

    Jesus’ last recorded words were important for His disciples, and they are important for us today.

    I. Assurance that he was Real (39-43) A. They ‘still did not believe for joy’ B. They thought it was too good to be true II. Power to Perceive the Truth (45) A. He ‘opened their understanding’ B. He gave them a new Bible – a new understanding of the OT III. Gave Principles to Proclaim A. Death & ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mission Of Satan

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 91 ratings
     | 4,839 views

    Satan is on a mission of his on making. His main strategies have not changed. What are they?

    I. Distraction (verse 1) A. Used something out of the ordinary 1. ‘Look! A talking serpent!’ 2. Events 3. Pursuits 4. Gossip 5. Troubles 6. Samson & Delilah 7. David & Bathsheba 8. Solomon & wives 9. Achan & treasure B. Questioned God’s Word 1. ‘Is that really what God said?’ 2. ‘Is that what God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Much Do You Weigh? Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Jan 11, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 4,591 views

    The Handwriting on the Wall.

    I. Weighing In A. 5:1-4; 18-23 B. Common concept 1. Job 31:6, “Let me be weighed on honest scales, That God may know my integrity” 2. Proverbs 16:2, “All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes, But the LORD weighs the spirits” C. The sin of Belshazzar had reached its limit D. How do you weigh ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guard Your Heart

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Nov 2, 2001
    based on 157 ratings
     | 11,306 views

    This is a new variation on the old saying "Mind over Matter": What;s on your mind changes everything that matters!

    New variation on ‘MIND OVER MATTER’ “What’s on your mind changes everything that matters” ‘Heart’ is the mind, will, intellect ‘Issues of life’ – source, boundary, deliverance of life It controls: I. What We Say (vs. 24) A. Matthew 12:34, “for out of the abundance of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Praise Of Answered Prayer Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Nov 2, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 4,686 views

    Daniel gives a beautiful illustration of thanksgiving for answered prayer. Do you pause to give God thanks?

    Ten lepers Luke 17:17-18, “So Jesus answered and said, “Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine? Were there not any found who returned to give glory to God except this foreigner?” We should be careful to give thanks to God; He is powerful to answer prayer! I. Intellectual ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Man Of Tranquility Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 24, 2001
    based on 85 ratings
     | 3,888 views

    Obedience and confidence in God will rid us of fear.

    Obedience & Confidence in God will rid us or Fear The Hebrew boys dared to do a: I. Courageous Act A. Their refusal could have been taken as an insult 1. King Neb was dangerous 2. Put out Zedekiah’s eyes (2 Kings 25:7) 3. Wise men to be slain (2:5) 4. Fiery Furnace (chapter 3) B. Peer pressure ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The World Program Of Re-Education Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2001
    based on 116 ratings
     | 4,369 views

    King Nebuchadnezzar’s program for re-education of the captives from Judah looks remarkably like what we see in our society today.

    King Neb’s re-education program aimed at causing the captives to: I. Compromise Their Ideals A. For Them 1. Education 2. Diet B. For Us 1. Education 2. Media 3. Send messages like: a. Bible is not true/relevant b. Christians are the minority c. Christianity is not relevant II. Lose Their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sovereignty Of God Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 9, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 4,430 views

    God rules in the affairs of men and nations.....but how does this affect us? And what should be our response?

    I. The Plight of Israel’s Captivity A. Prophecy 1. Isaiah 39:1-7 2. Jeremiah 25:9-12 3. Habakkuk 1:5-11 B. Purpose 1. Israel had become idolatrous 2. Israel had neglected to keep the Sabbath years a. Lev. 25,26 b. 2 Chronicles 36:21, “to fulfill the word ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Surviving In A World Of Pain

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 14, 2001
    based on 99 ratings
     | 3,371 views

    After the tragedy of terrorism we have suffered, our citizens will be struggling with how to cope. Three concerns will be why bad things happen, how do I keep my heart holy, and what can I do to help?

    Face up to: I. Stark Reality (vs. 2-3, 5) A. Bad things DO happen to good people 1. The Psalmist expected them 2. John 16:33, “In the world you will have tribulation; but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world” 3. Matthew 5:45, “He makes His sun rise on the evil and on the good, and sends ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Above The Crowd Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001
    based on 94 ratings
     | 4,405 views

    Dare to be a Daniel.....How?

    I. Man of Purpose A. Holiness (chapter 1) B. Glorify God (chapter 2) C. Serve God alone (chapter 3; Daniel’s friends) D. Preach Repentance (chapter 4) E. Warn of Judgment (chapter 5) F. Consistency (chapter 6) II. Man of Prayer A. Bad times - 2:18; King Neb’s dream B. Good times - 9; prayer of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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