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  • David DeWitt avatar

    Marks Of Effective Minister Part 2

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 28, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 5,780 views

    This is a study of Paul’s address to Timothy about being an effective minister.

    Marks of an Effective Minister Part 2 1 Timothy 4. 12-16 July 20, 1997 Introduction I. Place in the series: Marks of an Effective Ministry, Marks of an Effective Minister part one, Be a servant, Warn of Error, Be a student of Scripture, Be free of worldly teachings, Discipline for Godliness, Hard ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Lie Of Evolution Series

    Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 24, 2005
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,266 views

    Evolution is a crafty lie that has that purposes to undermine the truth of God’s word.

    Series: Lies Satan Tells WE ARE NOTHING BUT AN ACCIDENT “The Lie of Evolution” Genesis 1:1, Rom 1:18-22 Years ago in my Systematic Theology class in seminary, my 80 year old and highly respected professor asked in his aging voice, “Sirs, whom would you consider the most dangerous man who ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Ten Ways The Holy Spirit Equips Us For Spiritual Warfare

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 12, 2004
    based on 90 ratings
     | 25,062 views

    Ask the Lord to help you fight the good fight of faith in overcoming your sinful desires that oppose God’s purposes, plans and priorities.

    Ten Ways the Holy Spirit Equips us For Spiritual Warfare (Eph. 6:10-20) Illustration: Take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day. --Ephesians 6:13 As believers in Jesus Christ, we are engaged in spiritual warfare with unseen wicked forces. To overcome our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Problems. Problems.

    Contributed by Justin Yarnell on Dec 9, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,582 views

    Learn how to successfully use life’s problems to your advantage.

    Problems. Problems. Psalms 23:4 - Thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Keep that verse in your thinking as we get into the Word this morning. Problem: - a perplexing situation or question; a question presented for cosideration, solution or discussion. There are all kinds of problems in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Faith And Decision-Making

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,694 views

    We are called on the make decision all the time, from long ranging decisions to simple ones. How did the early church go about making a life and death decision at the infant stage of their existence?

    Passage: Acts 4:23-31 Intro: I was amazed to discover on the web this week that for some churches, the question is not what time their Christmas Day service should be, but whether they should have it at all! 1. decision making in the church can be a quagmire, with all those opinions flying ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    My Readiness Can Change The World Series

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Oct 25, 2010
     | 5,460 views

    To run a marathon of 26 miles, you must first be able to run a single mile. Being prepared is being ready for the task at hand.

    Matt 24:36-44 (NIV) Opening scripture 36 "No one knows about that day or hour, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 37 As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Joyful Christ (Or Christian)

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 5, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,221 views

    Why do we complain? Because it’s easier than dealing, and solving a real problem. A great word for the beginning of the holiday season.

    The Happy Christian Luke 1:5-20 There was in the days of Herod, the king of Judea, a certain priest named Zacharias, of the division of Abijah. His wife was of the daughters of Aaron, and her name was Elizabeth. 6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    All These Things Will Be Dissolved

    Contributed by Pastor Yolito De Gracia on Sep 18, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,013 views

    Many believers now a days have no more time to worship and serve God because they are busy gaining material treasures and fame here on earth. The Lord gives us a strong warning and admonition that all these things will be dissolved

    Title : ALL THESE THINGS WILL BE DISSOLVED Text : 2 Peter 3:10-14 2 Peter 3:10 But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night; in the which the heavens shall pass away with a great noise, and the elements shall melt with fervent heat, the earth also and the works that are therein ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Retro Religion

    Contributed by Joe Burke on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,930 views

    We have hidden Jesus.

    Retro Religion "As I watched, Thrones were set up and the Ancient One took his throne. His clothing was snow bright, and the hair on his head as white as wool; His throne was flames of fire, with wheels of burning fire. A surging stream of fire flowed out from where he sat; Thousands upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Road We Can Take

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Dec 7, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,989 views

    Thanksgiving is the holiday where everyone gets on the road of thanks, but then too often don’t remain on it to go deeper into the grace of God. But we can get on the road and stay on it.

    Passages: Psalm 104, Romans 5:3-5, Ephesians 2:4-10 Intro: read Robert Frost: “The Road Not Taken” 1. as I advance in years, I understand this more. 2. and as I advance in years and find deepening satisfaction with the road God has called me to, I find myself wanting it not only for myself, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Being Thankful For The Opportunity To Serve

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 22, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,926 views

    This message was preached as part of a series dealing with thankfulness, and looks at our being thankful for the privilege of serving.

    BEING THANKFUL FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE MATT 25: 14-16,35;28:19-20 Matthew 25:14-16 "Again, it will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his property to them. 15 To one he gave five talents of money, to another two talents, and to another one talent, each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Willing And Submissive Spirit Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,490 views

    Paul not only prayed for the spiritual well-being of the Roman church but was eager to be used by God as an instrument to help answer that prayer according to His divine will. The church has always been full of people who are quick to criticize, but seems

    A Willing and Submissive Spirit Paul not only prayed for the spiritual well-being of the Roman church but was eager to be used by God as an instrument to help answer that prayer according to His divine will. The church has always been full of people who are quick to criticize, but seems short of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Fellowship Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,735 views

    This is a sermon about cooperating as a church to get the gospel to the ends of the earth.

    The Fellowship of the Gospel Jailhouse Religion #3 Philippians 1:3-11 Introduction: 1. What is true Christian fellowship? 2. We call many things fellowship: a. Come on over to the house so we can fellowship! b. We sure had a good time of fellowship at the lake. c. Let’s get a bite to eat and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is In A Name?

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
     | 6,149 views

    This message was given in preparation of our church pursuit of a name change

    What is in a Name? July 28, 2013 Morning Message Reasoning for the name change TAP Training * Advanced training on church health * Consultation with Gary MacIntosh and Gordon Penfold Issues with the name * Door hangers – people visited the wrong church * Door to door invites – nearly ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Understanding Your Gifts Series

    Contributed by Leon Dasrath on Aug 13, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,579 views

    Understanding the gifts that Jesus has given us, empowers you in ministry and life

    INTRODUCTION Paul who is still on his 2nd missionary journey leaves Athens and moves to Corinth Corinth was a large wealthy city with lots of trade and business happening It was a key city where businesses thrived But in the midst of this wealthiness, was the sin that was in this city Paul arrives ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic