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  • R. David Reynolds avatar

    Jabez, A Role Model For Prayer, Part Iii Series

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 18, 2007
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     | 2,893 views

    This is the final of a three part series on the Prayer of Jabez as an example for praying for God to bless the local Church in effective outreach for His Kingdom.

    Jabez, a Role Model for Prayer, Part III We have been looking at the Prayer of Jabez as a role model for our own prayer life, especially as we look to the Holy Spirit to “increase our territory” as we embrace the lost and the least in our community. We have seen that God’s plan for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Learning From The First Church

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 27, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,571 views

    After the Day of Pentecost the first Church was a Learning, Expectant, Active, Generous, United, Evangelistic Church. We have much to learn!

    At the start of the year some of you were worried that I had developed a bit of a fixation with pews. If taken out of context it was possible to think that the new Vicar was calling for a return to pews in the church. Personally, I wondered if my reference to pews had anything to do with my concern ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Path Toward Personal Peace

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 4, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,537 views

    Resting in the arms of Jesus and being held securely by his love gives Christians the ability to live with contentment and peace

    John 20:24-29 “The Path Toward Personal Peace” INTRODUCTION It was 1981, and the recently retired couple was concerned about the growing threat of nuclear war. Since they could do nothing to prevent a war, they decided that they would look for the safest place on earth, which would enable ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    When God Influences The Heart

    Contributed by Steven Cannon on May 3, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,944 views

    When God influences the heart great things happen.

    WHEN GOD INFLUENCES THE HEART When God influences the heart great things happen. In 2 Cor 8:16 Paul is organizing a collection for the Church in Jerusalem. The church had needs and we see something wonderful that God did. 2 Cor 8:16 I thank God, who put into the heart of Titus the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Questioning God

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 28, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 6,239 views

    Have you "said no" to God in something He has made plain to you that He wants? It isn’t too late. Have you "said yes," and not followed through? It’s not too late to regroup.

    The greatest thing God will give you is your freedom in Jesus Christ. It’s a promise from the Father, and His promises don’t wither or fade - they last forever! This morning’s text is all about God’s will, and people that obey, or don’t. That is a simple truth everyone can understand. That’s ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    We Do Not Well

    Contributed by Don Vickery on Nov 25, 2001
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,941 views

    We have been brought in to Go Out

    Many churches today consist of small groups of believers whose number never seems to grow or increase. The attitude of many believers being "We are just holding out until the Lord comes." Let me give you a picture of the true Church: "So mightily grew the Word of God and prevailed." Acts 19:20 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Evangelism That Works.

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,714 views

    Evangelism that works is one in which building relationships is key.

    Text: John 1:35-51 Title: Evangelism that works. Introduction I’ve titled this message “evangelism that works” because in the few minutes it took to read our scripture text five people, (The two disciples of John the Baptist, Peter, Philip and Nathanael) find Jesus. Whenever you find five people ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    De-Junk Your Faith

    Contributed by Geoff Etherton on Nov 20, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,334 views

    Jesus predicts the destruction of the temple - something the Jews revered. We need a ’de-junking session’ in our faith - a good clear out of what is not ultimately lasting

    De-junk your faith! Mk 13: 1-8 Introduction House de-junk – programmes on TV ‘Life laundry’; ‘Cash in the attic’; ‘Everything must go’ Life laundry – everything laid out in garden/in a hall Have to get rid of a certain proportion of ‘junk’ I’m a hoarder! Liz – letters: Sensible sort out! This am ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    The Gluing Fruit ~ Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 13, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,788 views

    Faithfulness is the “gluing” fruit that will preserve our faith and the other characters of the Spirit and identify God’s will so we can be dependable and trusting to God and others. It is the one fruit that we give to God, whereas the others are from the

    Opening illustration: Mark Hatfield tells of touring Calcutta with Mother Teresa and visiting the so-called "House of Dying," where sick children are cared for in their last days, and the dispensary, where the poor line up by the hundreds to receive medical attention. Watching Mother Teresa ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Revelation Chapter 1 Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 10, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,297 views

    Chapter study of key words and verses to help understand the book of Revelation.

    Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org Revelation Chapter 1 Key Verse; Revelation 1:19 “Write, therefore, what you have seen, what is now and what will take place later.” Revelation is broke into 3 major parts according to Revelation 1:19. A) ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    More Than Fellowship: Understanding Koinonia

    Contributed by Dan Grubbs on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 144 ratings
     | 76,788 views

    Fellowship is so much more than potluck meals and getting together for game night. Fellowship is the selfless emersion into each others’ lives.

    There are many who have become familiar with the Greek word ’koinonia.’ The most common thing people say is that it means "fellowship." I ask you to keep that thought in mind as we go through the lesson. I want to start with a short story about something terrible that happens to some Romanian ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Get A Job

    Contributed by Juan Lane on Oct 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,639 views

    We have to always be ready and willing to work

    GET A JOB Scripture Reference: Acts 20:31-35 31 Therefore watch, and remember, that by the space of three years I ceased not to warn every one night and day with tears. 32 And now, brethren, I commend you to God, and to the word of his grace, which is able to build you up, and to give you an ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Hopkins avatar

    Boundless Grace, Even Through Judgment

    Contributed by Michael Hopkins on Oct 9, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,439 views

    God’s wonderful banquet is free for all.

    I wonder if you’ve ever bought a new car? Different things appeal to different people, don’t they. Some people are concerned with the technical details about the engine, others are keen to buy from a local dealer, others want to stick with a manufacturer they’ve bought from before, others are ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    God's Purpose In Marriage

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 22, 2004
    based on 39 ratings
     | 14,776 views

    God has a purpose behind the institution of marriage. If you are going to have a happy marriage you should know this purpose.

    (This sermon is prepared by Jolour Regencia, my student in Central Bible College, as part of her course requirement in Bible Exposition) “For this reason a man will leave his father and mother and be united to his wife, and they will become one flesh." (Gen. 2:24) Background: The Provision for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Learning To Love Christ's Church

    Contributed by David Parks on May 24, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,432 views

    Hopefully those of you who know me know that I love the church. That’s what I want to talk to you about today, Learning to Love Christ Beautiful Church.

    LOVE FOR THE CHURCH Introduction: 1. Hopefully those of you who know me know that I love the church. 2. That’s what I want to talk to you about today, Learning to Love Christ Beautiful Church 3. Over the course of the last few months we have talked a great deal about what the Bible says about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ