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  • Paul Tuck avatar

    Facing Up To Our Faltering Faith

    Contributed by Paul Tuck on Jan 20, 2002
    based on 291 ratings
     | 32,134 views

    The statement made by this desperate man reveals to us a great truth. The best way to get faith, is to admit that we don’t have it! This is the account of a man who was willing to admit that though he believed, he needed to believe even more!

    FACING UP TO OUR FALTERING FAITH Mark 9: 14-29 They say that “time is an excellent teacher”. What is one good lesson you have learned in 2001? {Elicit some response} The biggest lesson I have learned last year is this. I STILL HAVE A LOT OF GROWING TO DO IN MY FAITH! At this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How God Can Help Your Family

    Contributed by Darren Beachy on May 5, 2002
    based on 191 ratings
     | 22,175 views

    3 truths found in Psalm 127 will help your family

    How God Can Help Your Family Psalm 127 Intro: Welcome everyone to our annual friends and Family Day ¨ You were invited because you are either a friend or a family member, or both o We want you to feel as welcome as possible this morning o Will be reading Psalm 127 from the New International ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fear The Lord (With S.o.a.p.)

    Contributed by Ryan Dalgliesh on Oct 23, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 13,530 views

    We will discuss briefly what it looks like to fear the Lord our God that we might be partakers of His secrets.

    JANUARY 16, 2000 THE FEAR OF THE LORD Psalm 25: 14 “the Lord confides in those who fear Him, He makes His covenants known to them.” WHAT A GREAT IDEA, THAT IF WE SIMPLY FEAR GOD HE WILL TELL US HIS SECRETS. PROPOSITION: Whatever it is that you fear the most will dictate how you will live your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Unity At Any Cost?

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,235 views

    Are we willing to compromise truth for the sake of unity?

    UNITY AT ANY COST? John 17:11 "And now I am no more in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to thee. Holy Father, keep through thine own name those whom thou hast given me, that they may be one, as we are." Ephesians 4:3 "Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spirit Led Life Part 10 (Meekness) Series

    Contributed by Joe Bedy on May 9, 2002
    based on 98 ratings
     | 3,755 views

    Just because meekness rhymes with weakness does not make them synonymous.

    Central Christian Church May 9 2002 The Spirit Led Life Part 10 (Gentleness) Gal 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, Gal 5:23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Gentleness- The word is associated with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Can I Trust My Bible?"

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 8, 2002
    based on 129 ratings
     | 7,051 views

    We can trust Scripture’s claim of inspiration--we have a secure word from God

    “Can I Trust My Bible?” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A man went to a bookbinder to get a well-used New Testament rebound in leather. He wanted the side binding to read: “The New Testament”. When the job was finished, the binder explained that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "Lost 2"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Mar 26, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,872 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that just as the DONKEYS were LOST - SAUL was "LOST 2".

    ”LOST 2” 19 March 2006 1 Samuel 9:3-6; 17-20; 10:9 (RSV) by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea BIG IDEA: Every believer needs to know that there is great JOY in the HEART of GOD when someone who was LOST is FOUND. REFERENCES: 1 Samuel 9:1-27; Matthew 6:21 ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Your Giants: Blind Intersections Series

    Contributed by Max Lucado on Nov 1, 2006
    based on 111 ratings
     | 22,423 views

    These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. You have all you need to face the giant – size questions of your life.

    “Blind Intersections” 2 Sam. 2:1-4 These sermons served as the foundation for Max’s newest book, Facing Your Giants. THEME: You have all you need to face the giant – size questions of your life. Introduction: Max Lucado introduced the idea of direction for our lives by saying, “if geese ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Original And Only Gospel Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 23, 2007
     | 2,699 views

    A message from an expository series on the book of Galatians.

    “The Original and Only Gospel” Galatians 1:6-10 In this letter Paul goes against the standards for letter writing of His day by skipping the typical complimentary word. Proper letter writing form dictated that you say something good about the recipients. But Paul jumps from the greeting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Fellowship With Whom?

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jul 31, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,291 views

    What is the basis of our FELLOWSHIP with others?

    FELLOWSHIP WITH WHOM? Psalm 133:1 Note: I have the Power Point to this message. If you write and ask for it, I will send it to you. My email is LarryJ713@aol.com WHAT IS THE BASIS OF OUR ASSOCIATION WITH OTHERS? BEHOLD, HOW good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shane Hart avatar

    Where's The Kingdom

    Contributed by Shane Hart on Apr 27, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,354 views

    A look at the Kingdom of God and what and where it is.

    Tonight we will continue our series on “What, Where, Why, When?”, while I attempt to answer your questions about God, the Bible, and the church. Let’s go straight to our email question for this evening Email: Hi Pastor Shane, Luke 17:20-21 specifically, can you expound on verse 21b (For indeed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    Between Hevan And Hell. Pt 2.

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 16, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,743 views

    Can you say to others,”I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” or do you say ,”I am still between Hevan and Hell.”

    Between Hevan and Hell. pt 2. John 18:36 Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Struggling Joy Series

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,357 views

    Part 4 of study of Philippians

    THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor The challenge of Christian decision-making Philippians 1.22b ------------------------------------------- What shall I choose? Have you ever been faced with choices? None of ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Mike Gay avatar

    What Does God Really Want?

    Contributed by Mike Gay on Feb 19, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,983 views

    This message is intended to show the seeker and the complacent christian that God wants a relationship rather than a religious zealot.

    WHAT DOES GOD REALLY WANT? Micah 6:1-8 1 Hear now what the LORD says: "Arise, plead your case before the mountains, and let the hills hear your voice. 2 Hear, O you mountains, the LORD’S complaint, and you strong foundations of the earth; for the LORD has a complaint against His people, and He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Welch avatar

    Other Side Of The Grave Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,838 views

    Part 18 of the romans series dealing with our crucifixion with Christ

    Chico Alliance Church October 7, 2001 Pastor David Welch slide “The Other Side of the Grave” Romans 6:1-14 Review Death has been on many minds over the past three weeks. Thousands of funerals have been conducted in every available place of worship. Death is an enemy. Death stings. The death ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance