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    It Takes All Kinds Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 28, 2013
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    he Pharisees who were bent on controlling life through rules, tedium, and withholding grace stood in sharp contrast to the common people who flocked to Jesus.

    It Takes All Kinds (Mark 3:1-12) 1. Do you think of yourself as a rational, reasonable thinker, or an emotional one? 2. Let me read this story from the AP: “The U.S. is simply abandoning tons of equipment because shipping it home would cost too much… Military planners have decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Lesson 30. The Avoidance Of Oaths James 5:12 Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021
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    Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned.

    Text Lesson 30. James 5:12 (NIV) Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear--not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple "Yes" or "No." Otherwise you will be condemned. Commentary on James 5:12 Above all, my brothers and sisters, do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Who Shall We Serve? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 16, 2023
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    Emphasizes the importance of consciously choosing to serve Christ over worldly desires, and the transformative power of committing to God.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space, this hallowed ground where hearts are mended, spirits lifted, and lives transformed. We gather here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because our loving God, in His infinite wisdom and grace, has called us together to hear His Word, ...read more

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    Avoiding The Ugly American Syndrome Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 2, 2014
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     | 34,350 views

    Too often Christian have suffered from this syndrome. They've been rough, rude, disrespectful of others. How can we avoid that

    OPEN: Back in 1963 there was a movie starring Marlon Brando called “The Ugly American”. It was a fictional story, but it dealt with the very real perception of Americans overseas. We were seen by many as “Ugly Americans”. As I researched this sermon I read more than one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Avoiding The Mistake Of Sexual Immorality Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 8, 2007
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    Samson made many mistakes with regard to sexual immorality. Let’s learn from his mistakes, not our own.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of a church secretary who would typically answer the phone saying, “Jesus loves you. Karen speaking. How may I help you?” 1. One day she was distracted when the phone rang, and she answered, “Karen loves you. Jesus speaking. How may I help you?” 2. There was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stay On Target SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 19, 2023
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    Don't allow yourself to get distracted. Focus on the target.

    Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. I am filled with joy and gratitude as I stand before you today, ready to share a message that has been laid upon my heart. A message that I believe is timely and relevant for each one of us, regardless of where we find ourselves on our spiritual ...read more

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    Avoid Becoming A Camouflaged Christian

    Contributed by John Troutman on Aug 7, 2003
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    Why we must not be conformed to this world.

    Avoid Becoming a Camouflaged Christian Scr. Ref: Rom. 12:1-2 1 I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world, but be transformed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoid Over Reactions To Situations

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 3, 2004
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    We live in an age when people are easily provoked toward anger or fear. However, the Bible teaches us: "A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense." Here are ten guidelines to help us avoid over reacting to irritations.

    Avoiding Over Reactions to Situations (Proverbs 19:11) We live in an age when people are easily provoked toward anger or fear. However, the Bible teaches us: "A man’s wisdom gives him patience; it is to his glory to overlook an offense." Here are ten guidelines to help us avoid over reacting to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Two Keys For Avoiding Discouragement Series

    Contributed by George Bannister on Aug 4, 2003
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     | 4,212 views

    This message deals with the apostle’s encouraging words to the hebrew believers. he gave them two keys to avoiding discouragement.

    TEXT: Hebrews 12:3-11 TOPIC: “Two Keys For Avoiding Discouragement” INTRODUCTION: In Larry Olsen’s Outdoor Survival Skills, he tells of a guy who has been lost in the desert for days. His water and food have long since run out. His lips are parched, and his tongue is swollen. His legs are bruised ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Recipe For Avoiding Moral Failure Series

    Contributed by Wes Richard on Feb 5, 2004
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    Disregarding God’s moral and ethical principles as David did can have disastrous consequences.

    I recently saw a photo of three expensive cars encased in ice in the garage of a million-dollar house when the pipes froze while the owner was away. One of the rules for living in a cold climate is to take special precautions so your water pipes don’t freeze. Disregarding that rule can exact a ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    How To Avoid A Spiritual Virus Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,475 views

    sometimes our spirit needs a vaccination

    HOW TO AVOID A SPIRITUAL VIRUS Text: Hebrews 12:14-17 Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. See that no one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Avoid Playing Church

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 25, 2001
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    We need to be people who have control of our tongues. We need to be people who willingly care for the less fortunate. And we need to be people who clean up our acts whenever the need arises.

    How To Avoid Playing Church James 1:26-27 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 28, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to be studying James 1:26-27. Over the last couple of weeks we’ve looked at how we can avoid fooling ourselves about our spiritual ...read more

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    How To Avoid A Regrettable Response

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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    Have you ever wondered how you might have avoided an interpersonal offense that caused years of regret? No doubt, Paul and Barnabas must have asked themselves that question after they parted company over a dispute regarding the credibility of John Mark. B

    1. Have you ever wondered how you might have avoided an interpersonal offense that caused years of regret? No doubt, Paul and Barnabas must have asked themselves that question after they parted company over a dispute regarding the credibility of John Mark. Both apostles should have been able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Internal Divisions

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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    Every family, organization and movement struggles with the problem of internal divisions. Many internal conflicts result from a struggle over control. If everyone learns to give the Lord control for whatever they are responsible for, many internal divisio

    Every family, organization and movement struggles with the problem of internal divisions. Many internal conflicts result from a struggle over control. If everyone learns to give the Lord control for whatever they are responsible for, many internal divisions can be minimized. In Judges 9, we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid The Peril Of Pretentiousness

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
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    Have you ever wondered how to avoid having any trace of pretense? To make an unsupported claim about one’s accomplishment is pretending to be something we are not.

    Have you ever wondered how to avoid having any trace of pretense? To make an unsupported claim about one’s accomplishment is pretending to be something we are not. Paul spoke harshly against the pretentious Jewish teachers of his day because they preach too little to themselves. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed