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  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Going Deeper - Defusing Anger Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,687 views

    This is a deeper study going along with the Sermon Defusing Anger - it is looking at practical ways to deal with anger. This is to be used in a small group. I want to thank Dr. Stanley and Joyce Meyer along with others for the background of this message.

    Definition of Anger: It is a strong feeling of intense displeasure, hostility or indignation as a result of a real or imagined threat, insult, frustration or injustice done towards yourself or others important to you. (From Dr. Charles Stanley) Anger is a normal emotion with a wide range of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Parables Of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 22, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 28,278 views

    The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord Jesus. The Pharisees and scribes began to murmur, to criticize Him because of this. They were shocked that He would welcome them and even eat with them.

    Jerusalem Lesson: Parables of Lost Sheep, Coin, Son (1 Peter 2:25) Luke 15:1-32 This chapter has probably got the best-loved parable that our Lord told; we call it the parable of the Prodigal Son. The background for this parable is that multitudes of publicans and sinners came to hear the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Of Heaven [part 3] Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 15, 2015
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     | 5,078 views

    As individuals and as a church where do we stand when it comes to being the leaven? Are we pursuing to build a strong communion with Jesus Christ or being lured by the leaven of legalism, liberalism and materialism?

    Introduction: This passage/verse may seem tricky because that was doubtless the reaction of the disciples when they heard this little story. Our Lord arrested them with this story and shocked them somewhat. When he told them that there was a woman who hid leaven in three measures of meal they must ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Woman With The Issue Of Blood

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 8, 2024
     | 4,009 views

    What can we learn from the twin accounts of the healing of Jairus' daughter and the woman with the issue of blood?

    The Woman with an Issue of Blood Mark 5:21–43 NKJV Now when Jesus had crossed over again by boat to the other side, a great multitude gathered to Him; and He was by the sea. And behold, one of the rulers of the synagogue came, Jairus by name. And when he saw Him, he fell at His feet and begged ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Is The Bible True And Credible

    Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 29, 2017
     | 6,336 views

    Is The Bible True and Credible

    Is The Bible True and Credible ??? Manuscript Evidence. There are way more copies of the biblical manuscripts, with remarkable consistency between them, than there are for any of the classics like Plato, Aristotle and Socrates. Archaeological Evidence. Again and ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Words On Paper Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,035 views

    How can you bring material from being just words on paper to being words of life lived from your heart?

    “Words on Paper” July 7, 2001 What if you were a new Christian in the church in Corinth, having come into Christianity after a lifetime of worshipping all the many gods and goddesses around you in that ancient city? What if you were someone who had been diligent about that worship and who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Just Doing My Job

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,696 views

    As part of the warning against the dangers of materialism and worldliness Christ emphasizes that each of us have an unwavering duty to both Christ and to fellow believers.

    Introduction: In our study of the Gospel of Luke, we have seen the importance of our being conscientious in our stewardship as servants of the Most High God. As stewards, Christ repeatedly warned against the dangers of materialism and worldliness. In chapter 16, He stated that we can not have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Debt Free Living

    Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Nov 19, 2001
    based on 118 ratings
     | 12,295 views

    This is a strong message on becoming debt free. I credit John Avanzini and Mike Murdock for this material. This word has blessed my congregation.

    Debt Free Living  I am in a teaching mode today. - take notes.  I will be moving fast through this.  This message will change your future.  Much of this material is from John Avanzini and Mike Murdock, who are excellent teachers on finance. 6 STEPS TO DEBT FREE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Here Is Joy

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 19, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 4,986 views

    The things that rob us of joy are: 1. Living a life of isolation. 2. Living for the material world. 3. Living without Jesus.

    How much money would it take to make you happy? A million dollars? Two million? Jack Whittaker, 57, won the largest undivided jackpot in U. S. History — $314.9 million — two years ago. But Jewel Whittaker, Jack’s wife, told the Charleston Gazette, “I wish all of this never would have happened. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • John Harvey avatar

    When Therabbi Says Come Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 11, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,511 views

    A look at the historic process of becoming a disciple using material from Ray Vander Laan and some practical applications into our lives today.

    “Breathless” A study of the gospel of Mark “When the Rabbi says Come” March 16, 2008 Me: As a student, I had a seminary professor who saw more in me than I saw in myself. He challenged me to throw myself into ministry and to passionately follow God. To this day, I still talk with him and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chip Monck avatar

    Who Cares...when I Have An Unplanned Pregnancy? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jul 19, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,359 views

    Second in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores unplanned pregnancy.

    (This message extensively based on the sermon starters provided in the "Who Cares" package materials from Outreach.) Launched teaching time with Kenny Chesney Video - There Goes My Life. Kenny Chesney Video – 20 years in 5 minutes & a happy ending Unfortunately, that is not always the case for ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Who Cares...when I Am In Debt Up To My Eyeballs? Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jul 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,756 views

    Fifth in a series exploring life crisis, based on the promotional materials provided by Outreach in their "Who Cares" campaign. This message explores financial debt.

    (This message extensively based on the sermon starters provided in the "Who Cares" package materials from Outreach.) Have you ever experienced something, or some time in your life when things got so bad that you couldn’t do anything but laugh? Ever been there? Just had to laugh it off? Well, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Managing Money Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,188 views

    God’s practical wisdom for managing money from Proverbs. Used some of Rick Warren’s material on similary titled sermon.

    We continue our series looking at God’s wisdom for making the right choices in our everyday living from the book of Proverbs written by the wisest man who ever lived, Solomon. Not only was he the wisest man, he was also the wealthiest. The Bible says God gave Solomon more riches than any before ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Good For Nothing?

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 26, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,444 views

    A sermon on Ephesians 4:11-12 (Much material adapted from Lynn Anderson’s book, "They Smell Like Sheep")

    Morning Sermon for 8/23/2009 Ephesians 4:11-12 Introduction: A child once said: “The preacher is paid to be good. The rest of us, we’re good for nothing!” WBTU: A. Vs. 11- Church leaders are one of Christ’s gifts to the church. 1. Apostles- These do not exist today. An apostle was an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Lewis avatar

    Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Mark Lewis on Sep 19, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,390 views

    Part 8 in a sermon series on the Lord’s Prayer. I used material from John MacArthur’s commentary on Matthew.

    Give Us Our Daily Bread (Part 2) Luke 11:1-3 Intro. – The Lord’s Prayer teaches us many things. But when we consider this part of the prayer there are two lessons that we cannot afford to overlook: 1. Luke 18:1-8 records the parable of The Importunate Widow which teaches us prayer is a necessity. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal