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    A Friend Of God

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 5, 2014
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    A Friends Day Focus explains the doctrine of Reconciliation and invites you to become a Friend of God.

    Sermon Notes September 21, 2014 A Friend of God James 2:23 Today is Friends Day, so I thought I would share with you some thoughts about friendship and our friendship with God. My best buddy growing up was Darrell. In the summers we worked working in the Kitchen at the WOL RANCH. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Open Our Eyes, Lord

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 4, 2014
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    TODAY we are asking God to give us spiritual sight to see spiritual realities.

    A medical story comes to us from Ann Arbor, Michigan. According to CBS News, A degenerative eye disease slowly robbed Roger Pontz of his vision. Diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa as a teenager, Pontz has been almost completely blind for years. Now, thanks to a high-tech procedure that involved ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Does James 5:15 Promise Physical Healing? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 18, 2014
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    Are Christians promised physical healing through prayer and anointing?

    Imagine one of these situations: Your wife has been in a terrible car accident. There is internal organ damage. The doctors do not give much chance of survival. You are distraught with grief and concern for her well being. Your ten year old daughter is diagnosed with a rare blood disorder. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Simple Speech Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 18, 2014
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    In a world of complex communication, James reminds us to keep our words simple, trustworthy and positive!

    Kim’s nephew came home from second grade in her Christian School and told his mom and dad that one of the kids got in trouble for saying the “F” word. Tom and Clara were quite surprised, and asked him, “Thomas, what exactly did the boy say?” Thomas whispered, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Patient Because The Lord Is Near Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 18, 2014
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    The imminency of Christ’s return should motivate us to remain steadfast in our faith.

    The dictionary defines Imminent as “Coming or likely to happen very soon.” http://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/british/imminent James teaches us that the imminency of Christ’s return should motivate us to remain steadfast in our faith. “Be patient, therefore, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Investment Without Loss Of Principle Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 25, 2014
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    James warns rich believers not to abuse their wealth but to use their wealth for future spiritual gains.

    What is your investment strategy? Generally speaking, when it comes to financial investment, the greater the potential return, the greater the risk. So, financial planners may recommend a strategy that is focused on Preservation of Principal. But what about investing with the preservation of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let God Be Judge Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 7, 2014
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    One of the characteristics of a worldly minded Christian is a judgmental spirit. This sermon draws a distinction between speaking the truth about sin, and lifting ourselves up as the judge over other people's behavior.

    If you have ever seen a court proceeding in England, you will have noticed that British judges and lawyers still wear Victorian era wigs at certain times in the proceedings. Most important, a judge will put on a long white wig prior to announcing the verdict to a defendant. There is a reason for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God's Ten Commands For Peaceful Living Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jul 3, 2014
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    James 4:7-10 is a series of ten rapid-fire instructions that provide God’s Ten Commandments for restoring peace in your relationships.

    Our study of James 4 has focused on the results of following worldly wisdom as opposed to godly wisdom. This theme of two kinds of wisdom was introduced in chapter 3. “But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth.” (James ...read more

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    The Root Of Your Problem Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 24, 2014
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    When we follow worldly wisdom, the evidence will be demonstrate in the quarrels and fights that occur in our churches and in our other relationships. The problem is solved when we humble ourselves before God and before others.

    “A new movie, “Fight Church,” raises the unusual question: “Can you love your neighbor while kneeing him in the face?” (Source: ABC news, abcnews.go.com/GMA/video/church-fight-club-pits-pastor-pastor-23188184 The documentary, by directors Daniel Junge and Bryan ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Walk Like A Man

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 24, 2014
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    KING DAVID is an excellent example of a godly man. He was the killer of bears, lions and Giant Philistines! He was a warrior, Poet, Soldier, Leader. Look at how David encourage his son Solomon to be a man!

    We have many ideas concerning what it means to “be a man.” - power - independence - athletic achievement This is an important consideration for us in our day and age. For the first time in American history, there is great GENDER CONFUSION. Boys don’t know what it means to be boys, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Peace That Comes From Heavenly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 10, 2014
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    James describes how to identify counterfeit earthly wisdom and enjoy the inner peace that comes from heavenly wisdom.

    There is a familiar picture of a man at the base of a lighthouse, standing in an open door. A giant wave smashing against the lighthouse, but the man seems oblivious to the danger around him. The picture is called“Lighthouse in the Storm” and was taken by French photographer Jean ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tests For The Tongue Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 2, 2014
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    Nuclear power can be harnessed to bring destruction or benefit. The same is true for our tongue.

    Sermon Notes June 1, 2014 Tests for the Tongue James 1:5-12 At 5 AM on July 16, 1945, in northern New Mexico, the pre-dawn sky was instantaneously illuminated by the blinding flash. The mushroom cloud from the first Atomic detonation spilled upward for 40,000 feet and was visible for 60 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Power Of Our Words Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 27, 2014
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    Our words reveal what our heart contains, so listen carefully to yourself to see whether or not your faith is real.

    Consider this short poem entitled “Power of Words:” A careless word may kindle strife A cruel word may wreak a life A bitter word may hate instill A brutal word may smite and kill A gracious word may smooth the way A joyous word may light the day A timely word may lessen stress A ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Value Of A Mother's Faith

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 20, 2014
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    A mother's faith can be used by God to save her child.

    Two of my sisters are here with us today, so I must indulge in a few family stories! The first is the night we thought we lost mom. Just after Thanksgiving last year, the family was gathered for a dinner at my house. Mom had just returned from visiting my sisters in New York. She was having ...read more

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    Justified By Works - Does James Contradict Paul? Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on May 20, 2014
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    James and Paul seem to be saying something different about faith. But their message is the same. True faith results in a changed life.

    James’ teaching on Faith seem to contradict what Paul teaches about Faith. I want to answer this question as we our study of James brings us to James’ familiar statement in chapter 2. “Faith without works is dead.” Is James contradicting what Paul writes in Romans, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational