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  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Is God Your Friend? Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2003
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,277 views

    You are not primarily a servant of God. You are God’s friend!

    Is God Your Friend? Purpose Driven Life #11 Cornwall/Montreal October 25, 2003 You are not, primarily, a servant of God. But you are, primarily, a child of the living God and, as a child of God’s family, you have available to you the closest friendship relationship possible. You are designed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Checkup For The Christian

    Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 4, 2003
    based on 193 ratings
     | 21,430 views

    Some people go to the doctor after they become sick. Some people go to the doctor to keep from getting sick. Today we are all getting a checkup!

    A man went to his doctor for a checkup. The doctor did a very thorough examination and then asked the nurse to send the man¡¦s wife into his office. The doctor said, ¡§I have some very bad news, your husband is very sick. The good news is that there is hope. If you will take him home, cook him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hey, Friend!

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 20, 2012
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    Jesus is a lot of things to us-Lord, King, Savior. But there’s one thing that Jesus is that we might not think about very often-a friend. Let’s find out more about that wonderful aspect of Jesus.

    HEY, FRIEND! INTRODUCTION: It’s nice to have friends isn’t it? It’s nice to know that there’s someone you can call on in a time of need, someone who you can discuss things with, someone you can turn to when you’re dealing with something. It’s good to have people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Becoming A True Friend Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 8, 2003
    based on 77 ratings
     | 26,681 views

    True friendship is based on love, because only love will endure the tests that friends experience as they go through life together. As we become friends with others, we recognize our need to develop our friendship with Christ because He’s the only one we

    Becoming a True Friend As his UCLA football team suffered through a dismal season in the early 70s, head coach Pepper Rodgers came under intense criticism and pressure. Things got to be so bad that his friends even bailed on him. As he reflected on that tough year, Pepper said this, “My dog was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being A Profitable Friend

    Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008
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    The characteristics of a good friend

    Introduction: Friendship is a need of us all. We call many our friend, but are our friendships profitable? In 2 Timothy 4:11, Paul is lonely and says, Only Luke is with me. Take Mark, and bring him with thee: for he is profitable to me for the ministry. Mark had forsaken him earlier, but now ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Trust And Love Bring Out The Best In A Person

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
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    If you want to have the greatest impact on others then let love and trust be your emphasis

    Why Trust and Love Brings Out the Best in a Person (Acts 20:7-15) Paul’s goal: "The goal of our instruction is love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith." (2 Tim. 1:5) Illustration:In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis wrote, "Do not waste your time bothering whether ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Mark Nichols avatar

    Fellowship: What Is It? Series

    Contributed by Mark Nichols on Dec 2, 2010
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    Christian Fellowship is CENTERED ON FAITH, FEELS LIKE FAMILY, LOOKS LIKE FRIENDSHIP.

    TEXT: Various TITLE: Fellowship - What is it? TOPIC: Fellowship, unity OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, September 5, 2010 PROP.: It’s time to fully enjoy the companionship of your church family, because we were never meant to be alone! INTRODUCTION: I need to ask you a question: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Bond avatar

    Brother's Keeper Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 108 ratings
     | 22,920 views

    No matter what Cain might lead us to believe, we are our brother’s keeper.

    After God finished creating a perfect world for us to live in, He gave us the capacity to manage and affect that world. With that privilege and responsibility, human beings allowed sin to enter into the world. Once sin entered the picture, a creation that God had declared "very good" began to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Picture Of A Friend

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 24, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,600 views

    This message uses Paul’s friend, Onesiphorus, as an example of the kind of friend we should be to one another.

    “THE PICTURE OF A FRIEND” 2 Tim. 1:16-18 INTRO – Are we a “friend”-ly church? Not talking about how we make guests feel when they come in, although that is important. - New members sharing some great insights as to what it is like to walk into MBC for the first time. - Room numbers, Wed. night ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Showing Mercy To Your Neighbors

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 7,441 views

    Everyone wants to be a "Good Samaritan" or a good neighbor, but there are 100’s of excuses we use to keep us from doing so. Find out the top five excuses and how to erase them from your life so that you can show real mercy to your neighbors.

    Showing Mercy to Your Neighbor Luke 10:25-37 Modern day Good Samaritan A conservative, republican-voting CEO flew from Boston to Atlanta on business. In a dimly lit corner of the rental car lot, three men assaulted him, took his wallet and laptop and left him bleeding and unconscious. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Bond PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
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     | 1,363 views

    Understand and embrace the unity in diversity within the Church, as each member has a unique role to play in the Body of Christ, just like the different parts of a physical body.

    Good morning, family. Today, we will explore the profound message in 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, which talks about the unity of Jesus' Body, the power of diversity, and the bond of deep friendship. But before we delve into the Word, let's begin with a quote from A.W Tozer, "Has it ever occurred to you ...read more

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  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Man's Best Friend: A Friend's Day Message

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 30, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,537 views

    WHO IS MAN’S BEST FRIEND? It is not a cat! It is not a Dog! Even though my Boston Terrier is truly one of the best friends I have. IT IS THE LORD JESUS.

    MAN’S BEST FRIEND: A Friend’s Day Message PSALM 23 Today is our FRIEND DAY. Some of you are here because one of our member asked you to come and be their friend today. We welcome you and we are so thrilled that you chose to share this time with us. I felt that my message today should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    I And Thou Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 16, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,812 views

    Today, we’re going to be talking about the one relationship which impacts all the others, our relationship with God. Harry Staiti puts it this way, “Of all our relationships, God is the most important. Your relationship (or lack thereof) with God will inf

    I and Thou Hosea 11:1-4 and Psalm 18:1-3 Timothy Smith tells the story of Chris. Chris was in his mid-thirties, married and living in Pennsylvania with his wife and two high energy little boys. Chris was always physically fit, ate a healthy diet, but one day he went to the Doctor because of some ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Solving Big Problems In My Life Through Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 20,595 views

    Three ways teamwork can help me solve my big problems.

    As we continue our series today on Teamwork, “Together We Make a Difference,” we’re going to look at “Solving Big Problems in My Life Through Teamwork.” A lot of the problems I face in life, especially the bigger ones, often aren’t solvable on my own. Not only do I need God’s help but I also need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    The 4-H Club

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 126 ratings
     | 12,582 views

    How the working faith of four friends overcame obstacles in order to get their comrade to Jesus.

    THE 4-H CLUB Luke 5:17-26 INTRO. As the text says, there was a large crowd of people at the house where Jesus was teaching. Many had come in order to say, "I have seen the great man." Some had come to hear the doctrines Jesus taught and some had come to debate with Him (Pharisees and doctors ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist