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  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    What A Long, Strange Trip It Is: Christian Maturity Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 139 ratings
     | 8,754 views

    This message tells how mature Christians grow after their born again. 1 of 12

    What A Long Strange Trip It Is: Christian Maturity Book of James Series 1 of 12 June 16, 2002 First Baptist Church, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: Let’s look at some of these pictures and see if we can guess who they are. (Will show pictures of some of our older members of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Friends Sharpen Friends

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,653 views

    God has given us friendships as gifts.

    "Friends Sharpen Friends" (Originally preached by Frank Lewis, FBC Nashville, TN) March 16, 2003 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Items needed: Anvil, Blacksmith’s Hammer, Sheep Sheers, Steele, Knife, piece of metal, channel locks, metal file/rasp, table for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "When God Disciplines His Children” Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 22, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 13,367 views

    Hebrews# 23. Some things that we must learn if we are to profit from God’s discipline.

    A Study of Hebrews “Jesus Is Better” Sermon # 23 “When God Disciplines His Children” Hebrews 12:4-11 How many you here this morning ever got in trouble as children? How many of you ever suffered punishment as a result? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Truth About Trials Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 2, 2010
     | 5,788 views

    Trials are designed to mature us. Growing old is not synonomous with growing up

    Truth about Trials James 1:2-4 * (Show clip from Forrest Gump – Life is like a box of chocolates) – Did you hear that last line? “You never know what you are going to get.” My comment is that while there is ‘some’ truth in the previous statement, I believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Want Patience Now ! Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 10, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,578 views

    We all want patience, but we do not want the Lord to have teach us through suffering or have to wait for it. we want it now.

    Lord, I want patience- Now James 5:7-11 Introduction- We are continuing in the series “Faith that works”. Today, we are looking at patience. James is talking to Christians about being patient for the return of Christ. He gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "unshakeable - Forging Strength In The Fires Of Adversity"

    Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Jul 29, 2024
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     | 1,757 views

    In a world filled with challenges and trials, we are called to stand firm in our faith, finding joy and growth even in the midst of hardship.

    Focal Scripture: James 1:2-4 (CSB) "Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Provision Granted.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 15, 2023
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     | 1,786 views

    Does the word of God promise to supply all your needs? Did Jesus say He would never leave you? Did He say He would keep you from falling and present you faultless before the Father's throne?

    Provision Granted. James 1:2-7 When James wrote his epistle some 30 years later after Jesus’ death. James humility is evident by the way he saw himself: "James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ" (James 1:1). James identified himself as the servant of Jesus rather than as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stand Firm Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jul 19, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,414 views

    Paul calls the readers of the Thessalonians to stand firm in giving thanks for others, stand firm in holding on to the teachings of Christ, and doing the good deeds and speaking with good words.

    2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 Stand Firm The Lord is good; His love endures forever. Introduction: Context of Thessalonica: Thessalonica city was founded about 315 BC by General Cassander worked under Alexander the Great, later became the king of Macedonia. Thessalonica was a daughter of Philip II of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Treasure The Treasure”

    Contributed by Bubot Parago on Dec 14, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,331 views

    Mary got the message! Beginning that time, the Word from eternity came into our own earthly existence .... and THE WORD BECAME FLESH! Christ is taking shape in her womb. LET US NOW ALSO PONDER IN OUR HEARTS THE TREASURE IN TREASURE...

    “TREASURE THE TREASURE” Luke 2:19; Matthew 6:21 “Mary treasured all these things and reflected (ponder) on them in her heart.” (NiV) “but Mary kept all these things in her heart and thought about them often.” (NLT) “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” (Matthew 6:19-21) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Stones And Glass Houses

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,028 views

    If you are the Victim of an unwarranted attack that seems to come out of the clear blue sky you need to realize that God may just be using you for an object lesson to others while at the same time correcting what may be a proud or haughty spirit.

    Stones and Glass Houses Most of us are familiar with the old adage: People who live in glass houses shouldnt throw stones. This is actually a warning against hypocrisy. Before you go accusing someone of some wrong doing, make sure that you too are not guilty of wrong doing because your ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fruit Of Gentleness Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 26, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,556 views

    In the epistle to Galatians 5:23, Paul used the word Gentleness. This word Gentleness and Meekness are used interchangeably in the Bible. The Greek word ‘Praotes’ is translated as meek and gentle by different scholars and translators.

    Theme: Fruit of Gentleness Text: Colossians 3:12-14 & Galatians 5:22-23. Greetings & Introduction: Gentleness is the quality of being kind, tender, or mild-mannered. Bible Dictionary defines it as ‘Sensitivity of disposition and kindness of behaviour, founded on strength and prompted by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Becoming A Friend Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 18, 2012
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,635 views

    These Proverbs will help teach us to be to others the friend that we desire to have ourselves. When it comes to friends you must first be one to have one. What kind of friend are you?

    PROVERBS 17:17 / 18:24 BECOMING A FRIEND [John 15:9-17] Author Henry Durbanville underscored the importance of friends as a means of overcoming the dreaded enemy of loneliness. He included some excellent quotes in his book which are worthy of repeating. Ralph Waldo Emerson said, "A friend may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Weary Of Waiting On The Lord?

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on May 13, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,235 views

    Have you ever asked or trusted the Lord for something; and you fully expected He would give it to you. But instead, what response you receive from the Lord is to be patient?

    Have you ever asked or trusted the Lord for something; and you fully expected He would give it to you. But instead, what response you receive from the Lord is to be patient? Truth is, you don’t want to patient for the Lord to bless or deliver you, or at least not patient for long duration of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Praising The Lord All The Times

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 25, 2023
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     | 9,682 views

    As believers, we are expected to cultivate the habit of praising the Lord all the times, because the Lord deserves our praises and He is worthy to be praised all the times.

    Praising the Lord Always Study Text: Psalms 34: 1 - 3 Introduction: -. Praise is your verbal and physical response to the greatness of God. It is the recognition and acknowledgment of who God is. -. Praising God usually has two dimensions: Thanksgiving and Worship. - Thanksgiving is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Father And The Church PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,662 views

    Emphasize the crucial role fathers play in both the family and the church, as they set an example for their children and actively participate in ministry to support and equip the next generation of believers.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into a topic close to the hearts of many of us gathered here: the role of fathers in both the church and the family. Our Scripture focus today comes from Ephesians 4:12, which states, "to equip the saints for the work of ministry, for ...read more

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