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  • Dr. Craig Nelson avatar

    A Study Of Fasting #1

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 385 ratings
     | 18,639 views

    The Secret To Unleashing The Power Of God

    Jesus said, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me" (Luke 9:23). In the daily pace of modern society it is easy to lose our focus on God. That’s why as Christians, it is critical that we fast from time to time to help bring us a truer ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Study Of Fasting #2

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 206 ratings
     | 3,973 views

    TYPES OF FASTS

    A fast is abstinence from something -- such as television, movies, or other pleasures and amusements--but usually it means not eating food. When Jesus was in the desert, He fasted totally, without food. There is no mention that He went without water. Not drinking water would have been life ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Study Of Fasting #3

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 225 ratings
     | 6,122 views

    THE SIGNIFICANCE OF FASTING DURING PRAYER - HELPFUL GUIDELINES & HEALTH TIPS

    A. By fasting your saying, "I am serious, Lord." The Bible says to break up fallow ground. When a field isn’t plowed, a hard crust forms. Without exception, all of us get a crust on our spirit. But the promise is that when we break up that fallow ground and seek the Lord, "He comes and showers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Study The Bible

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 20, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 5,212 views

    There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief guidelines (See also How To Study The Bible 2).

    How To Study The Bible Guidelines Introduction There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief guidelines. I. If You Do Not Study A. You cannot act in faith (Romans 14:23). B. Willful sins of ignorance will not be forgiven (2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Study On Giving Advice Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 20, 2001
    based on 125 ratings
     | 27,612 views

    Three things about advice seen in the advice given to the apostle Paul.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 36 “A Study On Giving Advice” Acts 21:1-15 Dr. John R. Hamby Advice can be a wonderful thing or an absolute disaster. Given a moment or two I am sure that each of us can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Study The Bible

    Contributed by Steve Hereford on Oct 30, 2001
    based on 120 ratings
     | 13,465 views

    As a believer how important is it to study the Bible? What if you don’t know how to do it? Pastor Steve shares in this message principles of Bible study.

    INTRODUCTION Bible study is very important for all believers. It is the very means by which you are equipped for God’s work. It is not just for those called to vocational ministry but for all believers. 2 Timothy 2:15 says, "Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Vine & Branch Study Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 26, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,602 views

    PART 2 A lot of this sermon series is like the study the Vine & Branch Study

    Part 2 of The Vine and Branches Study The goal of God’s discipline of the believer is always for a person’s good. According to the Bible, a man who withholds discipline actually “hates his son (Proverbs 13:24) Hebrews 12:5-11 what do we learn about God’s methods & motives in the discipline ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Vine & Branch Study Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 26, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,525 views

    PART 3 A lot of this sermon series is like the study the Vine & Branch Study

    The Vine & Branch Study Part III Am I A LEAF LOVER OR A FRUIT FANATIC How successfully do you set priorities for your life from the perspective of what God? Wants? Do you see your priorities changing as you mature to as a Christian? Think of leaves as those things in your life often even good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Fry avatar

    Vine & Branch Study Series

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on May 26, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,032 views

    PART 4 A lot of this sermon series is like the study the Vine & Branch Study

    Part 4 of 4 What Do I Believe About Getting Close To God? 1.Think of a time when you felt especially near God. List three words that describe how that felt. WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO ABIDE? To abide means to remain intimately connected to Jesus Christ. In vineyard terms, abiding happens at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Study The Bible

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jun 2, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,560 views

    This is an introduction to a Bible Study, THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS. Most of this is an answer to the question, "Why Study The Bible?"

    I have a poem I would like to recite. It’s a wonderful poem, and it was once put to music. Just sit right back and you’ll hear a tale, a tale of a fateful trip, That started from this tropic port, aboard this tiny ship. The mate was a mighty sailin’ man, the Skipper brave and sure. Five ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Study Prophecy

    Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,198 views

    Why Study prophecy is a question often asked by Christians. We should study prophecy because God considers prophecy important.

    Why Study Prophecy? Why Study prophecy is a question often asked by Christians. We should study prophecy because God considers prophecy important. If He didn’t He wouldn’t have revealed future events to His servants the prophets. Although prophecy is a large part of the Bible most Christians today ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Stephen Schwartz avatar

    Study1-Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,428 views

    Study one on the Book of Revelation.

    Study 1 – (Chapter 1:1-8) The Title (vs. 1-2) “The Revelation of Jesus Christ” Revelation – apocalypse, an unveiling or manifestation. Revelation is singular; one blessed continuous manifestation. Revelation is the book of last things, which completes the bible. Compare Genesis, which presents ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Study2 - Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 3,230 views

    Study two of the Book of Revelation.

    Study 2 The Setting THE Prosecuted Preacher (vs. 9) Brother – member of the brotherhood of believers Companion in Tribulation John 16:33 Acts 14:22 Romans 5:3 & 8:35 2 Corinthians 7:4 Kingdom and patience of Jesus Christ Kingdom – the Messiah on the throne of David Patience of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Stephen Schwartz avatar

    Study3 - Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,845 views

    Study three of the Book of Revelation.

    Desirable” VI. Ephesus The chief city of the province of Asia. Ephesus was the jewel of Asia. A beautiful thriving metropolis, which at times had one to two million people, gathered in its streets. The side of one of the mountains had a theatre, which seated twenty thousand people. She had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Study4 - Revelation Series

    Contributed by Stephen Schwartz on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,018 views

    Study four of the Book of Revelation.

    Bitter Smyrna – The persecuted Church. Smyrna is the martyr church, the church that suffered martyrdom for Christ. The word Smyrna means “myrrh” and carries the meaning of suffering. Myrrh was a fragrance used in the burial rituals of ancient times. When Jesus was buried Myrrh was used to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist