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  • God's Pruning

    Contributed by Jim Miller on Nov 4, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,303 views

    As Max Lucado says, God loves you just the way you are, but too much to leave you that way.

    John 15:2; Hebrews 12:4-11. We’ve covered 17 verses I the last 2 weeks, think we’re going a little too fast! So I want to go back and pick up on some things we kind of hurried over. David and I were out examining our lemon tree the other day, lots of lemons, getting yellow, noticed there were ...read more

  • Hypocritical Religion (Vs.) Honest Relationship

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Feb 20, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 2,929 views

    A contrast between hypocritical religion and honest relationships with God.

    Topic: Christian Living Theme: Honest Christian Living Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to develop honest relationships with God. Response: In preparation for Communion, individuals will examine their relationship with God with the questions I provide ...read more

  • Living By The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jul 15, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,424 views

    The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Understanding the conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. (See sermons in Word format at www.praiseag.org)

    LIVING BY THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 12) Galatians 5:16-25 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [16] So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature [the flesh]. [17] For the [flesh] desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the ...read more

  • Serving With Integrity And Passion Series

    Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 12, 2021
     | 2,931 views

    God placed it upon Paul's heart that the church in Crete needed to grow up to maturity. Titus had demonstrated that he was ready for the responsibility of organizing the churches in Crete; he would lead the people to avoid the Cretan worldview and the legalism of the Jews.

    “Come, follow me.” The words resound with authority that could emanate only from the heart of God. My heart is tenderly touched each time I view a video clip that depicts the early disciple walking away from their known life to live according to a calling God places upon their lives. As the ...read more

  • Four Factors That Promote Genuine Holiness #1 Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 11, 2006
    based on 84 ratings
     | 14,256 views

    Series No. 1: Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives.

    LIVE HOLY LIVES Four Factors that Promote Genuine Holiness 1 Peter 1:13-25 Late one evening an interesting conversation took place in a college dormitory room. One student posed the question, "What do you want to be?" Several different responses were thrown out by various students. Some thought it ...read more

  • Reaching Beyond I Can Do All Things

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,845 views

    Understanding Phil. 4:13

    Reaching Beyond “I Can Do” Introduction I was in a conversation with a friend of mine several years ago. We were talking about hope and faith. His position was that hope comes before faith and my position was that it was hard to have hope without having faith. We were discussing one of the most ...read more

  • Grape Expectations (2) Series

    Contributed by James Westervelt on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 104 ratings
     | 8,253 views

    In order to have a maximum yield, grape vines need lots of sunlight, just the right amount of rain, and pruning at the right time....Since chastening and pruning are both painful, how can we distinguish between them?

    GRAPE EXPECTATIONS part 2 Last week we started learning about the "cultivation of grapes." In order to have a maximum yield, grape vines need lots of sunlight, just the right amount of rain, and pruning at the right time. If a branch is bearing no fruit, the vinedresser picks ...read more

  • Desiring Servanthood Series

    Contributed by Timothy O'fallon on Jun 27, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 8,157 views

    This is a Biblically-based exploration of the truest desire of the regenerated spirit: servanthood.

    Desiring Servanthood Servanthood Series Part I: Countryside Christian Center Single Adult Bible Studies Introduction: In Genesis 3, a story is told about the first man and woman Falling from a position of total security in God and absolute significance. Their significance (importance) was ...read more

  • Positive Presence In The Face Of Persecution Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 10, 2003
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,781 views

    2nd in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

    POSITIVE PRESENCE IN THE FACE OF PERSECUTION A Study in the Churches of Revelation Revelation 2:8-11 INTRODUCTION: Last week we began our series “Everybody is Known for Something”, and explored what we should be known for based on Christ’s conversation with the church at Ephesus. We found out ...read more

  • What Do Demons Do All Day

    Contributed by Keith Ogden on May 31, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 11,006 views

    What Do Demons Do All Day

    Zechariah 13:2 (NKJV) 2"It shall be in that day," says the LORD of hosts, "that I will cut off the names of the idols from the land, and they shall no longer be remembered. I will also cause the prophets and the unclean spirit to depart from the land. Matthew 12:43-45 (Message Bible ...read more

  • Introduction To The Beatitudes Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 10, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,968 views

    The Beatitudes and the christian value system.

    The Beatitudes. Matthew 5:1-12 Introduction to the beatitudes. (Part 1) Mankind has always valued and exalted the strong, the beautiful, the successful. The happiness of a person has usually been measured by the degree in which one achieves good results or arouses admiration. Conversely, the ...read more

  • Spotting Godly Men (Part 2: Character) Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,645 views

    God makes godly men to lead us to love Jesus.

    Scripture Introduction The Bible chapter God has for us today, may seem, at first, related only to a few: “What help for me comes from the qualifications for overseer or deacon?” Before we hear the passage, therefore, please consider two thoughts. First, the aim and dynamic (what godliness ...read more

  • Spiritual Birth Defects

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 12,999 views

    Things that can disqualify one from coming into the Holy of Holies.

    Spiritual Birth Defects There are many things that disqualify one from coming into the Holy of Holies. We must understand those things that will keep us from coming before the throne to receive God’s direction. Spiritual birth defects: [LEV 21:16] And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, [17] ...read more

  • Integrity - A Matter Of Choice

    Contributed by Allen Speegle on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,336 views

    Integrity is a "MUST" if we want to experience the life Jesus died to give us and is shown in the little things in life. Take care of the little things privately and you will have to deal with the big things publicly.

    Integrity – A Matter of Choice Integrity a Key Ingredient In Getting Ahead In Life Integrity = moral soundness, honesty, freedom from corrupting influence or motive 1 Chr 29:28 David died at a ripe old age, having enjoyed long life, wealth, and honor. Then his son Solomon ruled in his place. ...read more

  • I Will Never Give Up

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
     | 17,812 views

    This sermon talks about the need for persistence within the christian attitude.

    The other day I got a chance to watch one of my favorite movies, and that is Rocky. It’s a real spiritual movie. As I watched it, I thought, why is it that people love Rocky so much. Was it for his accent? His intelligence? No, it was because of his heart. When Rocky would fight, it didn’t ...read more