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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Worry Wart

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 11, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 11,825 views

    Too many Christians have been trapped in the mind-set of worry and the anxiety of this world is choking out any joy in their life.

    Worry Wart Thesis: Too many Christians have been trapped in the mind-set of worry and the anxiety of this world is choking out any joy in their life. Illustration: A young boy was driving a hayrack down the road when the wagon fell over in front of a farmer’s house. The farmer came out, saw the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Todd Bishop avatar

    The Mark Of Maturity ... Responsibility

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 19,101 views

    Re-establishing Commitment Based Christianity Into The Church

    INTRODUCTION I know that in the heart of every believer is the desire to mature … it is the desire to grow in their faith … and in our lives in this sanctuary I believe that our desire is to know CHRIST MORE! I also feel that many believers, however, are lacking in the pre-requisite to maturity … ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 4: Diligence Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 13,338 views

    Fourth in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #4 - Diligence.

    2, November 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Four: Diligence Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Thomas Monroe avatar

    How 2 B, Worry Free

    Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 4,301 views

    Worry does us no good, therefore, we need to leave it at the feet of our Father!

    Don’t Worry, Be Happy Proverbs 12:25, Matthew 6:25-34, I Peter 5:6-11 I. The Effects of Worry: A. Health 1. Physical - High Blood Pressure - Heart Disease - Headaches - Nausea - Insomnia - Lack of Energy 2. Mental = Depression (Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    Managing Anxiety

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 30, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,343 views

    No use denying anxiety, so how can we manage it.

    Managing Anxiety By Pastor Andrew Chan, PBC, Oct.28, 2001 “Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad.” Pro.12:25 (NKJV) Scene from "Meet the Parents" movie - Girl brings home boy to meet her parents. U can hear the words "Anxiety Attack" going through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Truth, Time To Wake Up And Smell The Caffine. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 8, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 7,216 views

    A sermon looking at the call upon Christians to tell the truth, to live in the truth and to realise that God delights in the truth!

    We live in a society which is prone to exaggeration: think about this I found this in yesterdays Press, what kind of car is this? “The sportier, sleeker, you won’t want to stop. One look and you’ll be seduced by the curves and fine lines. With even more specification and features than you could ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Philip Harrelson avatar

    The Tragedy Of Wasted Opportunity

    Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,038 views

    Your life is an investment, make it count.

    Proverbs 12:27 KJV The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious. I. THE HUNTER -Much as the hunter that is described here in the Proverbs, the kill is made but it is never appreciated and therefore no benefit ever comes from it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hands On! (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 22, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,205 views

    When we do our best, we will enjoy God’s best.

    Last week we studied Ecclesiastes 9:10. “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might”.[1] We saw what is required of us. We are to do our best with what we can while we can. Now, as we continue our “Hands On!” series, we will see what our reward is when we do with all our might ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Lee avatar

    Handling Life’s Stresses Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lee on Feb 27, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,201 views

    This sermon deals with how we handle life's stresses. We look at the life's main stressors; busyness, guilt, grief, grudges, indecision, and fear of the future. We also look at God's prescription found in His word.

    Spiritual First Aid “Handling Life’s Stresses” We cannot talk about stress without also talking about its two cousins, anxiety and worry. They all fit into same category. Stress is a state of mind causing tension and strong feelings of anxiety and worry. Those who are under stress often exhibit ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Heart Trouble Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 26, 2012
    based on 17 ratings
     | 26,792 views

    Let’s look at the Book of Proverbs & see some of the different ways heart trouble in the inner person affects us. Perhaps you will recognize one of these symptoms which is warning you of heart trouble in your inner being.

    HEART TROUBLE PROVERBS 12: 20, 25 Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of men and women in America. Heart failure accounts for 40% of all U.S. deaths. That’s more than all forms of cancer combined. Why is heart disease so deadly? One reason is that many people are slow to seek help when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Good Words–thoughtful Words Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 3, 2012
    based on 15 ratings
     | 20,111 views

    Words can be a powerful force to bring about evil or good. Words can hurt & injure, or words can soothe & heal. Words can mislead, or words can guide. Each of us is responsible for the type of words coming out of our mouth. May this study about good

    GOOD WORDS are THOUGHTFUL WORDS PROVERBS 12:25 It has been estimated that a talkative person may speak 30,000 words a day. Thus it would be wise to ask our self an important question, "How do our words, be they many or few, affect others?" Words can be a powerful force to bring about evil or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Rebellion

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 13, 2015
     | 3,186 views

    HOW TO CORRECT A REBELLIOUS, FELLOW BELIEVER.

    REBELLION OBSERVATION: CHRIST IS NOT SPECIFICALLY MENTIONED BY NAME IN THE PROVERBS. HOWEVER, PROVERBS 8:22-31 IS CLEAR THAT THE WRITER IS DESCRIBING HIM. MOST OF THE PROVERBS ARE SHORT AND EXPRESS TRUTHS ABOUT HUMAN BEHAVIOR. KING SOLOMON WROTE MOST OF THE MATERIAL. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Travis Hearn avatar

    Yolo: You Only Live Once, So Don't Worry Yourself To Death

    Contributed by Travis Hearn on Nov 27, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,001 views

    Worry strangles the peace and purpose right out of our lives.

    I read a funny joke about 2 blondes. I know how you guys wait all week long for one of my cheesy jokes. Well, there were two blonds travelling in an airplane from LA to New York. About an hour into the flight, the pilot announced that they had lost an engine, but NOT TO WORRY, there are three ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Anxiety Is A Downer

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 14, 2016
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,435 views

    Last week I shared Prov. 12:25, "An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up." As I focused on the later part of the verse last week, today I want to focus on the beginning part of the verse. So, let's look at the subject of anxiety.

    ANXIETY IS A DOWNER INTRODUCTION: Last week I shared Prov. 12:25, "An anxious heart weighs a man down, but a kind word cheers him up." in regards to shining our light. Light warms and so therefore a kind word warms a person's heart. As I focused on the later part of the verse last week, today I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    Need A Boost?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,221 views

    We could all use a little boost every now and then. Some synonyms for “boost” are: improve, make better, advance. Sound refreshing? Sound invigorating?

    NEED A BOOST? INTRODUCTION: We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, don’t you think? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters to anyone. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the energy drink, although ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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