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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Avoid The Problems Of Miscommunication

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 10,905 views

    We ought to speak the truth we feel With careful thought for those who hear; For truth and love must try to sense What others feel, what others fear

    Avoid the Problems of Miscommunication (I Thes 2:6-12) Many problems in our relationships grow out of miscommunication. Failure to communicate love, truth and relevance often leads to alienation. Many people mistakening assume they are friends but through miscommunications they have drifted in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Deterioration 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,850 views

    1. Billions of dollars are spent every year on anti-aging solutions.

    1. Billions of dollars are spent every year on anti-aging solutions. Yesterday, CNN reported a new testosterone cr?me that guarantees men greater youthful strength in the old age. However few people take into account the reality of human deteriorating forces. Paul once wrote, "Therefore, we do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Avoiding A Counterfeit Revival”

    Contributed by Michael Bell on Sep 6, 2001
    based on 193 ratings
     | 9,087 views

    In REVIVAL, JESUS DOES NOT JUST “PATCH-UP” YOUR OLD LIFE. HE MAKES ALL THINGS NEW!

    I¶ - I brought with me this morning some of my little boy Jack’s jeans...hole in the knee...What do you expect? A pastor’s kid ought to have “holy jeans” should he not? Oddly enough, from what I understand, the more full of holes & rugged looking a pair of jeans are, the “cooler” they’re supposed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Spiritual Emptiness Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 10, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,224 views

    In part three of series Jesus, Post-Resurrection, Dave looks closely at Colossians 2:1-10. We learn how to identify an empty belief system, and how to avoid spiritual emptiness.

    In 1996 I was a graduate student at Oakland University. I was doing an internship at a counseling center in Flint to finish up my Master’s degree in Counseling. I was new and very inexperienced, and was working in my office one day when the phone rang. All the “real” therapists were busy, so I ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Avoiding Spiritual Shipwreck Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005
    based on 64 ratings
     | 19,398 views

    # 3 in series on 1 Timothy. Five Steps to avoid spiritual shipwreck.

    “Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #3 “Avoiding A Spiritual Shipwreck” 1 Timothy 1:18-20 The closing section of the first chapter of the letter to Timothy concerns those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Self-Deception Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 27, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,539 views

    Self-Deception is rooted in our thinking, and visible in our activities. Or, if we look at it in reverse – what we do, or how we act is in reality a product of our belief system – ie: what we believe. So, if our believing is wrong then our acting will b

    AVOIDING SELF-DECEPTION 1 Corinthians 3:18-23 INTRODUCTION: Just recently, our area has been exposed to an unusual sight – a beluga whale. He has been meandering up and down the river, between Burlington and Trenton. Lots of people have gone to the river’s edge in hopes of catching a glimpse of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Spiritual Amnesia Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 27, 2004
    based on 64 ratings
     | 8,864 views

    Knowing the Bible helps us remember how to navigate through life issues, how to interpret what is happening in our lives, and how to find hope in bleak times.

    At the very end of the longest chapter of the Bible, 176 verses about God’s word, comes this stout declaration, “I do not forget your commandments.” “I do not forget your commandments.” That is a tall order, to promise that you will not forget. How can you promise that you will not forget? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Personal Burnout

    Contributed by Rick Warren on Sep 22, 2008
    based on 125 ratings
     | 161,853 views

    Pastor Rick teaches what God has to say about burnout - looking at the life of Elijah.

    For other sermons and tools to grow your ministry, visit SaddlebackResources.com AVOIDING PERSONAL BURNOUT 1 Kings 19:1-16 Rick Warren We’re going to look at what God has to say about avoiding burnout. We hear a lot today about burnout. Emotional burnout, relational burnout -- but it’s not a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    Avoiding The Mistake Of Lying Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 15, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,168 views

    Ananias and Sapphira found out what a big mistake lying really is. Hopefully we can also learn to avoid that mistake.

    Introduction: A. Today’s lesson completes the series we have been in called “Avoiding Life’s Biggest Mistakes.” 1. I hope and pray that the series has been a blessing to you! 2. The last topic in our series is “Avoiding the Mistake of Lying.” B. You’ve probably heard the old story of the two ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Avoid A Shipwreck

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Feb 5, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,389 views

    Five things when ignored can cause a ship wreck

    On April 10, 1912 the. Titanic left her harbor in Southampton, England. This was the maiden voyage for the 882 foot long ocean liner that had been billed as unsinkable. She carried with her 2,228 passengers and crew. Most of the passengers had paid thousands of dollars to sail on that great luxury ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Avoiding Sexual Temptations

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on May 13, 2008
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,127 views

    Various proverbs

    Avoiding Sexual Temptations - Assorted Proverbs Turn with me if you would to the book of Proverbs, chapter 5. We have been going through the Old Testament together, and we are looking at the period of the unified kingdom: God brought the Jews as His chosen people into a land that he had prepared ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Avoiding The Bite Of Spite Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jun 6, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,249 views

    Those who endure ill treatment from others for their faith will experience royal treatment from their Father in heaven.

    Living in the Father’s Favor: Avoiding the Bite of Spite Matthew 5:10-12 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David Owens avatar

    Avoiding The Mistake Of Anger Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,898 views

    We can learn from the example of Moses that we must not let anger get the best of us.

    Introduction: A. A man with a terrible temper, was playing a round of golf with his preacher. 1. After leaving three straight putts on the edge of the cup, the man exploded, “I missed again!” “How could I miss?” 2. With that he heaved his putter into a nearby lake, kicked a wheel on the golf cart ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Avoiding The Mistake Of Impatience Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 10, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,086 views

    Abraham and Sarah grew impatient and took matters into their own hands. If we are not careful, we can make the same mistake.

    Introduction: A. The story is told of two little boys who were waiting for breakfast one morning. 1. As their mother was preparing some pancakes, the boys began to argue loudly over who would get the first one from the griddle. 2. Their mother saw an opportunity to teach a lesson. 3. She said, “If ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Avoiding The Mistake Of Materialism Series

    Contributed by David Owens on May 8, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,516 views

    The mistake of materialism leads to destruction. In this sermon look at what happened to four people who feel into the trap of materialism.

    Introduction: A. One of the biggest mistakes we can make in life is to buy into the myth that more is better and that money and the things it can buy will make us happy. B. All he ever wanted was more. 1. He wanted more money so he turned inherited wealth into a billion dollars worth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ