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  • John Kapteyn avatar

    How To Avoid The Peril Of Pretentiousness

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,075 views

    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

  • Richard White avatar

    How To Avoid A Spiritual Virus Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,556 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Avoiding Solomon's Slippery Slope

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 27, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 15,211 views

    Perhaps the fall of Solomon is one of the most distressing stories in the history of mankind. Here was a man who started out well but finished shamefully. Fifteen points.

    Avoiding Solomon’s Slippery Slope (I Kings 11:1-41) Disobedience has many biting consequences. No one’s life gives us a clearer picture of this principle than Solomon’s slippery decline. Perhaps the fall of Solomon is one of the most distressing stories in the history of mankind. Here was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid A Financial Crash Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Jan 25, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,064 views

    Part 2 of series Getting a grip on my Finances focuses on how to avoid a financial crash.

    (powerpoint available) SLIDE 1 SLIDE 2 A recent poll revealed that only 26% of the people surveyed are satisfied with their finances. That means 74% of the people are not satisfied with their finances. It seems that no matter how much you make it’s never enough. Gallup released a poll recently ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Avoid Extremist's Perspectives

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 17 ratings
     | 2,214 views

    It is not uncommon for some well meaning Christians to lose his or her sense of balance in one of two directions: legalistically or traditionally.

    It is not uncommon for some well meaning Christians to lose his or her sense of balance in one of two directions: legalistically or traditionally. Being very concerned about their ability to follow the scriptures down to the last letter of its truth, these conservatives insist on a strict ...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
    based on 55 ratings
     | 6,863 views

    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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    Two Keys For Avoiding Discouragement Series

    Contributed by George Bannister on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,287 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

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Proverbs 5 - Avoid Seduction Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 4, 2011
    based on 18 ratings
     | 14,896 views

    This is a study into Proverbs chapter five.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Five We now turn to chapter five of Proverbs. AVOID SEDUCTION 1 My son, pay attention to my wisdom; Lend your ear to my understanding, 2 That you may preserve discretion, And your lips may keep knowledge. Proverbs 5:1-2 (NKJV) Again we have the instruction ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Reasons To Avoid The Mud Hole. Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,062 views

    WE have reasons to avoid the mud hole of sin on our life.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1  Look at that mud hole, that looks fun as long as someone else is doing the clean up.  Do you remember being a kid and being drawn to mud puddles, water pebbles, and mud holes?  There was something about the mud that as a young boy it had an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Avoid A Pity Party

    Contributed by Damion Lowe on Jan 22, 2011
     | 4,221 views

    We must learn to stop feeling sorry for ourselves and learn to see the blessings in life.

    “HOW TO AVOID A PITY PARTY” By Dr. Tom Wallace The Story Of The Prodigal’s Brother is one often missed by many preachers. Yet we find a great life lesson here about pouting and having a "pity party." Luke 15:25 - 32“ …and he was angry and would not go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Jones avatar

    Avoiding Fear And Trusting In God

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Feb 16, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,910 views

    God has promised to never leave you nor forsake you.

    David the Shepherd had been anointed King by the Prophet Samuel. Though Saul still sat on the Throne of Israel the Lord has promised David that he would one day be King of Israel. The first time Saul meets David was when the Philistine Goliath challenges Israel to a duel. David - filled with faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ways To Avoid Financial Meltdown

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,545 views

    Practical sermon on wise financial practices.

    WAYS TO AVOID FINANCIAL MELTDOWN Sunday, October 5, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee John and Jane are my friends. Years ago I was able to learn from their story. 1. Be content a. The Commandment that saves us from financial ruin is the 10th Commandment, “Do not covet”. b. We are bombarded by a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Paul Barreca avatar

    How To Avoid Destructive Conflict Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jan 27, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,716 views

    The story of Rachel and Leah's fight over mandrakes can teach us an important lesson about avoiding conflict!

    My wife asked me “What is your sermon on?” I told her “Rachel and Leah and their argument over Mandrakes” Her response was “Well, How does that apply to my life?” That's a good question, but I can assure you that the story of Rachel and Leah's fight over ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Carlson avatar

    How To Avoid The Effects Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015
     | 8,676 views

    PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the only one able to provide spiritual liberty; you must turn from your evil ways and submit to Him!

    How to Avoid the Effects of Sin 2 Kings 17:7-23 Scripture Introduction: Please turn with me to 2 Kings 17. Have you ever noticed the effects of sin in your life; broken or damaged relationships, contention in your home, and/or health issues. In this passage this morning God provides us through ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Avoiding The Traps Of Negative Conversation Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Apr 24, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 6,705 views

    Biblical examples of negative communication patterns to avoid.

    TRAP #1: "Take my side without hearing both sides." "Then Haman said to King Xerxes, ’There is a certain group of people scattered among the other people in all the states of your kingdom. Their customs are different from those of all the other people, and they do not obey the king’s laws. It is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist