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  • Charles Wallis avatar

    Right Relationships, Right People Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 15, 2008
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     | 9,015 views

    Having the right relationships with the right people is critical to our spiritual growth. Barnabas stood by Saul when no one else did, Peter put out those who did not have faith.

    Right People, Right Relationships December 14, 2008 How having the right relationships with the right people is critical in our spiritual growth. What do you want for Christmas? More than anything, we should want more of God in our lives. More faith, more Jesus, More Holy Spirit, more love and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Triumph And Tragedy Series

    Contributed by Jon Rohr on Mar 18, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,522 views

    Where do I fit in to the Triumph and tragedy of Passion week? Am I celebrating the presence of Jesus or critical of Him? Am I overwhelmed by Him, or contemptuous of those who follow Him?

    Sermon: Triumph and Tragedy or Where Do I Fit? Series: Easter Season 2008 Text: John 12:1-11 March 16, 2008 AM John 12:1-11 (NIV) Six days before the Passover, Jesus arrived at Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. 2 "Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God In Conversions And Conflicts Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 11, 2004
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     | 3,840 views

    Look for God’s hand in all of life. We rejoice in his presence when souls are won to Christ. We can also rejoice in his presence when things look critical.

    Acts 16 describes the conversions of Lydia and an unnamed Philippian Jailer. Some commentators also believe that the girl with the spirit of divination whom Paul exercised was converted. That may be possible, but we have no information to confirm or deny it. What the Holy Spirit did inspire to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Romans, Part 26 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 24, 2011
     | 3,745 views

    The most critical point in Christian growth is understanding that we must have a total love for God, and from that love we would be obedient to do His work in every aspect of our lives.

    Romans, Part 26 Romans 8:28-30 Introduction - Mission of our church: To connect people with Jesus Christ - How? By loving God and especially by loving our neighbor - The most critical point in Christian growth is understanding love for God; first! - If we have no love for Him, then there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Judgment Is Revealed Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Oct 1, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,588 views

    This sermon seeks to encourage an honest look at oneself in light of the judgment you pass on others; for when you criticize negative traits in others you are revealing the things which you dislike in yourself.

    In his introduction to this passage, Greg Herrick relates someone has once joked that the definition of a jury is: “twelve people chosen to decide who has the best lawyer.” And with the current state of law suits in America, it’s no wonder that people are skeptical about truth and justice in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Nation At War - Spiritual Warfare Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
     | 5,538 views

    (PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) We have been at war but not in a war. Understanding the critical fight we are engaged in, and the stakes we are fighting for.

    A Nation at War Ephesians 6:10-12 There’s more to life and living in this world than meets the eye. The Bible tells us that we are in a war zone where unseen spiritual forces battle constantly. As Christians we are part of this war. While the Bible assures us of victory, the tragic reality is that ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Authority That Overcomes - Spiritual Warfare Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,313 views

    (PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) We have been at war but not in a war. Understanding the critical fight we are engaged in, and the stakes we are fighting for.

    Spiritual Warfare (SW-02) Authority that Overcomes Matthew 28:18-19 We are standing in the face of the greatest confrontation mankind has ever known. I am further persuaded, that other than Calvary, we have entered the most intense concentration of that battle humanity has ever gone through. I do ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    12 Keys To Grow In Your Authority - Spiritual Warfare Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,942 views

    (PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) We have been at war but not in a war. Understanding the critical fight we are engaged in, and the stakes we are fighting for.

    Spiritual Warfare - Part 3 12 Keys to Growing in Spiritual Authority (A) Eph. 6:12 You and I are engaged in a multidimensional war that is being intensely, intentionally, intelligently and incessantly waged all around us in the invisible realm. I say multidimensional because it is being fought on ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Faith Of Thomas

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
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     | 7,763 views

    Thomas should not be condemned or even criticized for his insistence upon empirical evidence. Thomas provides an exemplary modal from which we can learn more about the nature of convincing faith.

    (If you have found this sermon useful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info.) When we think of the Apostle Thomas, we sometimes think of him in a somewhat negative light. The event involving Thomas in John 20:19-31 has given rise to the phrase, “Don’t be ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Grumblers And The Scandal Of Grace

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 19, 2020
     | 2,560 views

    In this text Jesus tells the parable (Laborers in the Vineyard) in which Jesus is saying to his critics: “Your idea of God is all wrong, this is what God is like: The kingdom of God is like a “good employer.”

    In Jesus Holy Name September 20, 2020 Text: Matthew 20:1-2,15 Redeemer Grumblers & The Scandal of Grace John Reuman in his book “Jesus in the Church’s Gospel’s” writes; “Jesus….stressed the “grace of God”. Mercy, goodness and love for sinful humanity is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ask God For Help (Prayer) Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jun 6, 2019
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     | 6,518 views

    Staying calm in the chaos means we must begin with worship. The 2nd step is just as critical: Taking our cares and worries to God. Pray constantly, Pray persistently, Pray expectantly.

    Ask God for help. (Prayer) Philippians 4:6 Staying calm in the chaos means we must begin with worship. The 2nd step is just as critical: Taking our cares and worries to God. Taking our cares and worries to God 1. Pray constantly “Don’t worry about anything but pray about everything.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Countercultural Jesus

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 8, 2023
     | 1,211 views

    Did Jesus seek to be culturally relevant or bring new faith to an old culture? Were there people who criticized and ridiculed Him? Let’s find out in Matthew 9:9-26.

    Did Jesus seek to be culturally relevant or bring new faith to an old culture? Were there people who criticized and ridiculed Him? Let’s find out in Matthew 9:9-26. How did Jesus call some of His disciples? Is that a picture for anyone who chooses to follow Him? As Jesus passed on from there, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Just A Misunderstanding - Or - Just Being Contentious?

    Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 3, 2023
     | 1,099 views

    We examine the CHORUS of a great old hymn that a few say is not doctrinally correct. Are those critics misunderstanding what the words mean, or are they being contentious? We carefully look at the work of Calvary in the message.

    JUST A MISUNDERSTANDING - OR - JUST BEING CONTENTIOUS? [1]. A HYMN CHORUS UNDER THE SPOTLIGHT There would be none of us who is without misunderstanding when it comes to biblical issues. We may try with God’s help to grasp a passage of scripture but sometimes it is not within our reach. Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Our Identity In Christ

    Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 26, 2024
     | 5,528 views

    Many Christians struggle knowing who they are in Christ. This is really a critical area of our lives. If we do not know who we are in Christ, we can be easily swayed one way or the other.

    Opener: Good Morning Church! We are thrilled that you are here joining us this morning. This morning we are concluding our week of prayer and fasting and it has been a tremendous week of refreshment. This morning we are talking about our identity in Christ. If there is one area that I feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Knowing Jesus

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 16, 2023
     | 4,316 views

    On a scale of 1 to 10, how well do we know Jesus? This sermon will help readers take a personal assessment of their knowledge of Christ based on their answers to 3 critical questions asked in the message.

    Knowing Jesus Scripture: First John 2:3-5; Job 36:26; Matthew 28:19-20 The title of my message this morning is “Knowing Jesus.” As I go through this message, I want you to consider this question: On a scale of 1 to 10 how well do I know Jesus?” Now some people could answer this question by ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational