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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Giving Up Little To Gain Much

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2010
    based on 16 ratings
     | 9,497 views

    Jesus taught that if we give up our pride, problems and personal agenda we will gain His power, perspective and promises.

    Giving up Little to Gain Much (Luke 9:23-26) Jesus said, "If anyone will come after me let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me. For whoever saves (holds on to his rights) will lose them, but whoever loses (gives up his personal rights)his life for my sake will save it." ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Listening To The Coach Series

    Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Sep 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,739 views

    In this message we look at the issue of lordship and how important obedience is to transformation...

    This week we start a new series of messages with a football theme! I’m sure you probably watched some college football yesterday - and many of you are ready for the NFL season to start - so am I by the way... Anyway, this morning we start with a very simple, but important concept. If you want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Can Do It Series

    Contributed by Rev. Reynaldo Bechayda on Oct 21, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 22,032 views

    The bible says... "Nothing is impossible to those who believe"...

    “You Can Do It” October Series: NEVER GIVE UP October 24, 2010 By: Rev. Rey T. Bechayda Phil.4: 13 “I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me”. WEB Introduction: Today’s message comes from the life of the great apostle Paul who experience both extremes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The White Stone

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 9, 2011
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,181 views

    God promised you Revelation 2:17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give him a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to him who rec

    Revelation 2:17 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To him who overcomes, I will give some of the hidden manna. I will also give him a white stone with a new name written on it, known only to him who receives it. The White Stone had a special meaning in Ancient ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The Center Of God's Will Series

    Contributed by Robert Rhodes on Oct 29, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 12,124 views

    Being in the center of God’s will

    Today I would like to talk to you about being in the center of God’s will. God has created us with the ability to make decisions. It’s a wonderful privilege, but far too often it creates problems. If you’re like me we can make some bad decisions!! A long time ago I bought my 1st Harley ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Got Purpose?

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 12, 2009
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,819 views

    Running to win only makes sense if you’re chasing the right prize

    Do you not know that in a race the runners all compete, but only one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may win it. Athletes exercise self-control in all things; they do it to receive a perishable wreath, but we an imperishable one. So I do not run aimlessly, nor do I box as though ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Transformation Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 3, 2009
     | 6,789 views

    Our relationship with Jesus transforms us from being in love with ourselves to loving ourselves and others.

    Hebrews 12:1-3 “Transformation” INTRODUCTION Transformation happens all around us. A caterpillar morphs into a butterfly. Dieting and exercise can transform out-of-shape flab into a lean, mean muscle machine. A shy, gangly teenager grows up to be a competent professional, an astronaut, or ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Some People Never Learn

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on May 19, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,554 views

    The book of Judges describes a pattern of sin, servitude, supplication, salvation, and silence that worsens each time it appears.

    SOME PEOPLE NEVER LEARN Text: Judges 2:11 – 19 Introduction: · Tim’s story Tim was a likeable guy in his 20’s. He had a good job at a business office, a lovely wife, and three adorable kids. Things went well for Tim for several years, but one night at an office party, a coworker talked Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know Where You Are Going Series

    Contributed by Louis Gibson on Apr 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,527 views

    Like the Extreme Cowboy Race, as Christians we too are in a race. We must saddle up and ride to win the race.

    Extreme Cowboy Race John 16:5-16 Pastor Louis Gibson April 15 2008 “Extreme Cowboy Race” RFD tv airs with Craig Cameron. A race with obstacles like the Texas Three-step, log drag, water hazard, etc… It is a timed event with points awarded based upon a set of five criteria; 1. horsemanship, 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Pressing On!

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 29, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,806 views

    Paul would not allow ’things’ to stop him from fulfilling God’s will.

    Pressing Toward the Prize Text: Philippians 3:13-21 13 Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Revelation, And God’s Church Pt.1

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 2, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,179 views

    Pergamos lit. means “citadel” and is the word from where we get the word parchment. This was a writing material made from animals and was first developed in that area.

    Revelation, and God’s Church Revelation 2:12-17NKJ 12 “And to the angel of the church in Pergamos write, ‘These things says He who has the sharp two-edged sword: 13 “I know your works, and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. And you hold fast to My ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    From Bitter And Better I Series

    Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012
     | 6,249 views

    Trouble will make you better if you do not allow it to make you bitter.

    From Bitter And Better Exodus 1:11-14 11 Therefore they did set over them taskmasters to afflict them with their burdens. And they built for Pharaoh treasure cities, Pithom and Raamses. 12 But the more they afflicted them, the more they multiplied and grew. And they were grieved because of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Influential Faith

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Aug 12, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,322 views

    we all have influence.

    Hebrews 11:23-29 Influential faith Intro: everyone has influence 1: think of yourselves a) each person has influence on another person b) parents have influence on their children c) good and bad d) The most influential people in the world are not senators or congressmen, or pro athletes or ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Tempted And Tried. (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 7, 2011
     | 5,732 views

    We are almost like the sign i seen...Don't lead me not into temptation, because I know a short cut. Let's learn from Jesus how to fight temptation.

    The Full Fly A fly was buzzing along one morning when he saw a lawn mower someone had left out in their front yard. He flew over and sat on the handle, watching the children going down the sidewalk on their way to school. But one little boy tripped on a crack and fell, spilling his lunch on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Regrets

    Contributed by John Scott on May 4, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,392 views

    Too often we go through life with regrets, this message informs us how to life a life of no regret.

    No Regrets ARE YOU READY Text: Philippians 3:12-14 / II Timothy 4:6-8 Vs. 1-5 a final charge, blueprint for success -Tell background Introduction: (1) James Dobson- has “End of Life” Test, what matters is Who you loved Who loved you How you loved God (2) Illustrations: Voltaire- ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist