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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Good News And Pleasant Memories

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,560 views

    In our text, Paul speaks of good news and pleasant memories that come from his relationship to his Christian brothers and sisters. 1- Good news and pleasant memories come when faith is working 2- Good news and pleasant memories come when fellowship is en

    INTRO.- ILL.- The New York Times reported this story. For Coach, God and Archery Are a Package Deal, Aug. 19, 2008 BEIJING — Two weeks before leaving to compete in the Olympics, the archer Brady Ellison waded into a pool not far from the Olympic Training Center in Chula Vista, Calif., and was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    It Is Not Good That Man Should Be Alone! Series

    Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 28, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
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    What is FRIENDSHIP? What are the BENEFITS of Friendship & How can friendship can change your life, the churches life & those people who are in YOUR world? How we can prevent relationships from failing?

    IT IS NOT GOOD FOR MAN TO BE ALONE (Part 3 of THE FRIENDSHIP FACTOR) Dan Harman www.CityMinistries.org.uk See ’The Friendship Factor - Part 1) for media suggestions (relevant songs, film clips) Re-cap of Part 1 & 2: David & Hushai, Ruth & Naomi Intro: How many of you want to want to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Who Are You Going To Listen To? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,618 views

    This message is included in a series of 4 messages from the book of Job.

    “WHO ARE YOU GOING TO LISTEN TO?” Job 8:1-7 INTRO – Ever gotten to the place in your life where you wonder, “Does my life really matter? What does it all really mean? All this energy and effort in studying, working, serving – is it really necessary? Is it making a difference?” We’ll all find ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Are Who?

    Contributed by Samson Musyoki on Sep 24, 2007
     | 2,559 views

    THERE ARE ORIGINAL GOODS AS WELL AS IMMITATIONS. YOU NEED TO KNOW THE ORIGINAL BELEVERS FROM THE COUNTERFEIT.

    YOU ARE WHO? LUKE: 9:18-20 Once when Jesus was praying in private and his disciples were with him, he asked them, “who do the crowds say I am?” They replied, “some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, that one of the prophets of long ago has come back to life.” “But what ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Big Secret Series

    Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,645 views

    Honest sincere expression of appreciation is the key to getting along with others.

    The Big Secret (of getting along with People) Praise Give Honest Sincere Appreciation 2 Cor. 13:11 Ephesians 4:29 I What do People want or need? I disagree with much of what these men teach, but on this point I think they are correct. Sigmund Freud said everything you and I do springs from ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Our Responsibility To Make Judgment Calls Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 1, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,634 views

    Although we do not need to verbally label people, we need to understand where different people are at in their lives and thinking if we are to significantly help them. We need to develop our people skills and direct them toward growth.

    Our Responsibility to Make Judgment Calls (I Thessalonians 5:14) 1. A New Barna report came out this week (Sept 07): "The new study shows that only 3% of 16 - to 29-year-old non-Christians express favorable views of evangelicals… "… Among young non-Christians, nine out of the top 12 perceptions ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Friend Of God

    Contributed by Kl Burrus on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
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    What does it take to be God’s friend? What was it that Abraham and God had that made theirs such a unique friendship?

    THE FRIEND OF GOD “And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God” (James 2:23). There is within the human personality a need that is universally felt. It is a need that is sought and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Solving Big Problems In My Life Through Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 20,551 views

    Three ways teamwork can help me solve my big problems.

    As we continue our series today on Teamwork, “Together We Make a Difference,” we’re going to look at “Solving Big Problems in My Life Through Teamwork.” A lot of the problems I face in life, especially the bigger ones, often aren’t solvable on my own. Not only do I need God’s help but I also need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Can Count On You!

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jun 12, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 22,480 views

    Dependability is the mark of a true friend

    Hi! Let’s have a guessing game. I’ll show you the lyrics of some songs. We’ll ask the teachers to sing them. Then, you guess the title. Ready? First song: “I’ll reach out my hand to you. I’ll have faith in all you do. Just call my name and I’ll be there.” That was “I’ll be there.” The Jackson ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I'll Stick By You

    Contributed by Donovan Myers on Jun 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
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    You can tell who your friend is when you are in a pickle!

    One of the great paradoxes of life is that - in order for new life to appear, then what formerly existed must be changed in some way or the other, or it must be completely destroyed. Jesus gave an example of this when he said that in order for a tree to grow, then the seed must first be buried and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jerry Stepp avatar

    Friends

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Jul 1, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,059 views

    This sermon was done on Friend Day, with the hope and encouragement that we can all be friedly to one another as Christ is the exampel for us to follow.

    Friends John 15:12-17 Introduction: We all need friends, but few understand the basics about forming quality friendships. A true friend is someone whom we enjoy mutual affection, interests and respect for. The best friends are those who are helpers in times of trouble. Those who are our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • C Jordan avatar

    Relationships #1 - The Value Of Relationships Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 29,576 views

    In Matthew 22, Jesus stated that the two most important things that we can do in life are to love God, and love people. Why are relationships so important?

    RELATIONSHIPS #1 – THE VALUE OF RELATIONSHIPS OPENING: • This morning I want to talk to you about why it is absolutely essential that we learn how to build strong and healthy relationships with one another… • This message is on perhaps the most important issue in the world. Why? KEY TEXT: ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Relationships #2 - 10 Keys To Building Healthy Relationships Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 31,061 views

    If the two most important commandments are to love God and love people, then it is essential that we learn to build healthy relationships with one another. Here are some keys to do that.

    RELATIONSHIPS #2 – 10 KEYS TO BUILDING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS OPENING: • Last week started series on relationships & talked about their value. Where do we learn about building healthy relationships? Let’s go to the expert – God! KEY TEXT: “Jesus said to him, You shall love the Lord your God ...read more

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  • Howard Strickland avatar

    No More Bridge Burning!

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 16, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,102 views

    We cannot call ourself a Christian and leave relationships! Life is all about relationships. Relationships require constant attention; they are never maintenance free. Every good and lasting relationship is based on love.

    No More Bridge Burning I Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud 5 or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. 6 It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Eric Bernhardt avatar

    Como Tener Una Amistad Con Jesus

    Contributed by Eric Bernhardt on Sep 14, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,159 views

    Un sermon sencillo que compara el tener amigos y como ser amigos con Jesus. Sencillo pero poderoso!

    Como tener una amistad con Dios Juan 15:12-17 Ilustración: 3 Amigos a la deriva en el mar. Un barco se hundió y hubo 3 sobrevivientes. No tenían ni comida ni bebidas. Estas tres personas al estar en la misma situación se convirtieron en amigos. Un día una botella choca contra su barquito uno de ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist