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  • David Owens avatar

    Be Wise About Alcohol Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jun 10, 2024
     | 1,592 views

    Proverbs has a lot to say about the dangers of alcohol abuse and the need for wisdom to avoid the dangers.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a preacher who decided that a visual demonstration would add emphasis to his Sunday sermon. 1. So, he placed four jars on a table in front of the congregation and put one worm into each jar. a. The first worm was put into a jar of alcohol. b. The second worm ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Desperation For God's Presence

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024
     | 1,022 views

    To avoid the ruination of our faith, we should follow in the path of the Psalmists and ever be longing for God.

    Opening illustration: Play video Introduction: Being desperate for God isn’t about acquiring His presence in our lives—we must already believe that God will always be with us and the Holy Spirit will accompany us everywhere. It’s about knowing He already exists in our lives—this desperate need for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don’t Test God’s Authority PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,006 views

    Emphasize the importance of obeying God's authority, respecting earthly laws, and avoiding the temptation to test God.

    Good morning, family. Today, we're gonna take a deep dive into a topic that touches every aspect of our lives - obeying God's authority, respecting the law, and steering clear of the temptation to test God. In the words of St. Augustine of Hippo, "Right is right even if no one is doing it; wrong is ...read more

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    Divorce & How To Maintain Relationships

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 1, 2002
    based on 144 ratings
     | 5,015 views

    Jesus gives us insight into the heart of God, revealing how to save relationships that are faltering and how to avoid the trap of divorce. Learn how God truly envisioned marriage and learn about keeping commitments. Also learn how to avoid legalism.

    A very recent report from the U.S. Census Bureau states that today in the United States, more people than ever are deciding against the idea of getting married. 4.3 million couples are instead living together without the commitment of a marriage vow. The most often cited reasons? Because failed ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Growing Deeper Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 11, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,397 views

    We're at war with Satan, but too often churches ignore the conflict and avoid doing what has to be done to tear down the gates of Hell. What can we do to avoid going AWOL in this great battle for the souls of the lost?

    When I went to Israel, I visited a place about 25 miles north of the Sea of Galilee called Caesarea Philippi. The area lays in the shadow of Mt. Hermon, whose ice caps (when they melt) supply clean fresh springs for the waters of the Jordan River. This abundant water supply made the area fertile ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Are We Satisfied With Our Daily Bread? Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Apr 30, 2018
     | 8,192 views

    Through the Lord's Prayer we are being called to a life of daily trust - are we satisfied enough to trust all that God provides?

    Message Matthew 6:25-34 Are we satisfied? Let me start with a poem. Young Mother Quak went to the fridge to get her children some dinner. But when she got there, the fridge was bare so the children she loved just got thinner. We laugh because it is so silly. We also laugh because – really – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    What Are Some Of The Ways I Can Avoid Acting, Speaking, Or Reacting Impulsively?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,498 views

    1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others.

    1. Ask the Lord to help you to hold your tongue and consider carefully how your speech will effect others. James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry."(James 1:19) 2. Carefully consider the long-term effects of any impulsive behavior. Solomon wrote, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Avoiding Spiritual Near-Sightedness That Leads Us To Do Evil In God's Name

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,449 views

    The chief priests were meticulous in making sure the "blood money" didn't go into the treasury while they were actively working on a murder. What are ways we see the small things while missing the big picture?

    Diagnosing Spiritual Near-Sightedness: There is a “spiritual eye condition” that allows people to see small things clearly while being blind to big things. - Matthew 27:6. - References in Matthew to clear “eyes”: Matthew 6:22-23, 7:3-5, 13:15-16. - We are going to go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 18-An Appeal To Avoid Partiality (James 2:12-13) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 30, 2021
     | 1,556 views

    James 2:12-13, KJV

    12So speak ye, and so do, as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty. 13For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. COMMENTARY 12So speak ye, and so do, as they that shall be judged by the law of liberty. "So speak ye, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Bad Boys: Judas Iscariot Series

    Contributed by Lance Bane on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 86 ratings
     | 9,579 views

    This message is encouraging young people to avoid living life on the edge of destruction by using biblical characters as a reference.

    Text: Matthew 26.14-16, 26.49-50 A kiss: a symbol of love and affection. A kiss on the cheek in these bible times was a symbol of friendship and affection. I want you to hold your kiss (hersheys kiss candy)till later for me, but what is that causes a man who has seen the intimate details of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How The Holy Spirit Steers Us Away From Inappropriate Cultural Leadership Models That Often Trouble The Church

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 2,919 views

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us to avoid compromising the truth of scripture with counterfeit models of church leadership.

    1. The Holy Spirit teaches us to avoid compromising the truth of scripture with counterfeit models of church leadership. Paul wrote, "It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists and some to be pastors and teachers, to prepare God’s people for works of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Staying Upbeat When You Are Being Beat Up Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,387 views

    WHEN OUR ENEMIES HAVE THE UPPER HAND, WE CAN AVOID DEPRESSION BY FOCUSING ON OUR GOD

    BIG IDEA: WHEN OUR ENEMIES HAVE THE UPPER HAND, WE CAN AVOID DEPRESSION BY FOCUSING ON OUR GOD 4 WAYS TO FOCUS ON OUR GOD: I. (:1-4) CRYING TO GOD (EVEN THOUGH WE ARE BEING CRUSHED) A. Asking for Answers 1. Listen “Hear my prayer, O Lord, Give ear to my supplications!” 2. “Answer me” 3. Based ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Todd Goodwin avatar

    Agents Of Change

    Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 106 ratings
     | 28,662 views

    The Church can effectively change the world around it by avoiding three negative attitudes that can make it ineffective.

    S-ubject: Change C-entral Theme: The church changing the world O-bjective: The Church can effectively change the world around it by avoiding three negative attitudes that can make it ineffective. R-ationle: Attitude #1: COMPLACENCY Attitude #2: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Wrecked Out Faith”

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jan 21, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 4,887 views

    This sermon takes alook at how to avoid spiritual shipwreck, and what to do in the aftermath of wrecked out faith.

    “Wrecked out Faith” 1 Timothy 1:18-20 Intro: Have you ever laid on an inner tube or one of those little floaties on a lake or the ocean? And just laid back closed your eyes and relaxed? The next thing you know the voices and sounds of the beach begin to grow faint and distant. Then when you ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Foundations - Escaping Hell's Fury Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2002
    based on 78 ratings
     | 10,231 views

    Why did Jesus preach about Hell, and how can we be sure to avoid this terrible place?

    OPENING: Looking over the rim of the volcano’s crater, the American tourist remarked, "Reminds one of Hell, doesn’t it?" The guide threw up his hands and exclaimed, "These Americans, they’ve been everywhere." APPLICATION: The tourist was noting that the volcano’s pit was not a comfortable place. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ