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  • Paul Apple avatar

    Staying Upbeat When You Are Being Beat Up Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 7,406 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

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    If God Gave You A Wish, What Would It Be?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 9, 2003
    based on 156 ratings
     | 19,651 views

    Solomon decides wisely and well - why?

    If God gave you a wish, what would it be? 1 Kings 2:1-4 and 3:1-15 This morning I would like to speak from the Old Testament lesson. In the Old Testament, God rarely appeared to people. However, King Solomon had a number of direct encounters with God and this ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How Close To Being Saved Are My Loved Ones?

    Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 19, 2003
    based on 11 ratings
     | 1,925 views

    Every true Christian has concern for the salvation of loved ones. For some, it is hard even to imagine them being saved. So we raise the question: how close are your loved ones to salvation?

    HOW CLOSE TO BEING SAVED ARE MY LOVED ONES? SCRIPTURE: Romans 10:8-11 [8] But what saith it? The word is nigh thee, even in thy mouth, and in thy heart: that is, the word of faith, which we preach; [9] That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Guarding Our Whole Being From The Attacks Of The Devil

    Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 4,992 views

    Biblical way of guarding our unique existence from Satan’s attacks.

    <PRE> The Bible has been and always will be the best source of spiritual knowledge. The devil is not happy about it because the Bible teaches us on how to guard our whole existence from his subtle attacks. He hates the Bible because it exposes his unnoticed ways of destroying human ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is All This Talk About Being Born Again?

    Contributed by Neal Bishop on Jan 13, 2005
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,460 views

    A small and simple explanation of what being born again is all about.

    There are a number of belief systems in the world today, and naturally, they all claim to be “The Truth.” So, if we define truth as being relative to things that change, then what is presented by any belief system has to be equal, in validity, to anything else presented. This would be so because ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Are Some Of The Benefits Of Being A Member Of God's Family?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 81 ratings
     | 29,259 views

    What Are Some of the Benefits of Being a Member of God’s Family? (Rom 8:15-17)

    What Are Some of the Benefits of Being a Member of God’s Family? (Rom. 8:15-17) Illustration;According to a study of more than 500 family counselors, the following are the top traits of successful families: *Communicating and listening *Affirming and supporting family members *Respecting one ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Contrasting Between Bad Attitudes And The Be-Attitudes Of Jesus

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,461 views

    Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong.

    Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong. Taking credit for every good thing that happens Prideful thinking Refusal to forgive others Indifference to those who have experience adversity, tragedy or loss Cold, callous, and calculating thinking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Galatians Part 5 - "“Be Free And Live By The Spirit!” Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,608 views

    Freedom opens up the one thing that helps us to keep in step with the Spirit.

    Galatians Part 5 – “Be free and live by the Spirit!” Thesis: Freedom opens up the one thing that helps us to keep in step with the Spirit. Opening thought about chapter 5: Paul tells the Galatia church to be free, to remember the one thing which is “faith is to express itself through love” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Being Blinded To The Truth Of The Holy Spirit

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,082 views

    How to avoid being blinded to the truth of the Holy Spirit

    Gal. 3:1-5 Theme - Avoid being blinded to the Spirit by relying on works of the flesh. What happens to people who prefer to live by the letter of the law rather than by the Spirit of grace? While the Bible urges us to perfection, you do not become holy through the keeping of the law. Paul saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Being A Loser - Using The Spirit's Power

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,621 views

    Many Christians fail to realize they must keep on being filled with the Holy Spirit if they do not want to be a loser. Paul wrote, "Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s

    1. Many Christians fail to realize they must keep on being filled with the Holy Spirit if they do not want to be a loser. Paul wrote, "Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is. Do not get drunk on wine, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 29 ratings
     | 3,911 views

    Jesus cautioned people against being "good for nothing" because He wanted them to make an impact on their communities. Jesus said, "You are the salt of the earth, but if the salt loses its saltiness; how can it be made salty again?

    Why Jesus Warned People Against Being Flavorless Illustration;Did you hear about the clever salesman who closed hundreds of sales with this line: "Let me show you something several of your neighbors said you couldn’t afford." Source Unknown. Let us present Christ as one who offers something no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preventive Prayer And Being Free From Anxiety And Worry

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jun 8, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,789 views

    How to pray in the right way

    Isn’t it strange how a 20-dollar bill seems like such a large amount when you donate it to church, but such a small amount when you go shopping? Isn’t it strange how 2 hours seem so long when you’re at church, and how short they seem when you’re watching a good movie? Isn’t it strange that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Fulfilling Your Potential And Being A Witness To The Lord Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 11, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,385 views

    1. GOD WANTS US TO USE THE GIFTS AND TALENTS AND ABILITIES THAT HE HAS GIVEN TO US 2. GOD WILL REWARD US FOR ALL THE GOOD DEEDS THAT WE DO TO OTHERS 3. GOD WANTS US TO HIS WITNESSES AND BE A SALT AND A LIGHT IN THIS DARK WORLD

    FULFILLING YOUR POTENTIAL AND BEING A WITNESS TO THE LORD JESUS IN THIS NEW YEAR ************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. GOD WANTS US TO USE THE GIFTS AND TALENTS AND ABILITIES THAT HE HAS GIVEN TO US 2. GOD WILL REWARD US FOR ALL THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Wright avatar

    Telling The Truth And Being Prayerful Must Be Characteristic Of Christians Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 2, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,290 views

    James exhorts Christians to tell the truth and not be guilty of making up cleaverly worded oaths that they say, but feel no obligation to keep and Christians must always utilize the wonderful avenue of prayer.

    INTRODUCTION #32 1. Open your bibles to James 5:12-13a. 2. The last few lessons from the book of James have been on the subject of patience. We have discussed the example of farmers and their patience. We have discussed the examples of Jeremiah and Job and their patience. We have discussed the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    "Be Responsible Not Irresponsible" 1 Cor Pt 8 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 16, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,424 views

    Paul warns the mature Christians in Corinth not to be irresponsible but responsible for the growth and spiritual well being of the babes in Christ.

    “Be responsible not irresponsible!” Have Dr. Joe share about his mission trip? Summarize last week’s message: Lessons on marriage and family – Paul tells the church to be responsible and do things God’s way! Today he tells them to be responsible also in their relationships with others in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational