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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Learning From God's People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 23, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,077 views

    We must realize that it is in order to stimulate and sustain this faith, God allows the soul to be buffeted and swept away by the raging torrent of so much distress, so many troubles, so much embarrassment and weakness, and so many setbacks. For it is

    Hebrews’ Hall of Great Faith – Hebrews 11 Illustration:Definition of faith: Hebrews 11:1. "What is faith, unless it is to believe what you cannot see." (Augustine) Faith is derived from the Word of God: Romans 10:17 Faith’s demand: Hebrews 11:6 Faith’s design: 2 Corinthians 5:7 The dualism of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Minimalism

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 14, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,156 views

    We often try to get away with putting forth the least effort possible in order to achieve the greatest results. But this is far from a Biblical concept. God has a better idea in mind, as he has already shown in Christ.

    Passage: 1 Peter 1:13-21 Intro: One of the most prevalent tendencies among human beings is our desire expend as little effort as possible to achieve our goals. 1. weight loss without diet or exercise, pill. 2. destroy Iraqi regime in a week. 3. “what do I need to do to pass this course” 4. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Gift Of Giving Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 17,619 views

    In order to experience the joy of giving: 1. We must recognize God’s ownership of everything. 2. We must live a life of stewardship. 3. We must want to bless more than we want to be blessed.

    The church service ended at the Lutheran Church in New Sweden, Maine as everyone “passed the peace.” It was the first Sunday after Easter, and the 50 people in attendance headed to the fellowship hour to have some coffee. Some of the people complained that the coffee was bitter, but people ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Between A Rock And A Hard Place Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,769 views

    At the Red Sea Israel disovered that God was at work, using the created order to achieve his purposes - to rescue his people from an impossible situation and bring about a great victory that would be remembered by the Israelites, and others, for all time.

    Israel were afraid. A paralysing fear, so great that all they could do was cry out in terror to God. Do you know what that’s like? When things seem so dark and there’s no way out, nothing you can do? When the doctor tells you that you need heart surgery as soon as possible. When the phone rings and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    When The Going Gets Tough, The Tough Go Fishing...

    Contributed by John Nadasi on Jan 20, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,235 views

    A message addressing the reality of time catching up to our rural church. This is an initial call to embrace a paradigm shift within church and society. In order to speak to a new generation, we have to be willing to find new methods of communication.

    Matthew 4:12-23 Paonia United Methodist Church January 23, 2005 “When the going gets tough, the tough go fishing” Can you remember back to when I gave you a message that Began with the words… Life is complicated? Well, this morning starts off with a similar statement. Life is rough. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    How Christians Grow As A Group

    Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 22, 2008
     | 4,468 views

    In order for everyone to benefit from the church the way God intends, we must know how we should relate to each other. This includes how the congregation should relate to the pastors and how the pastors should relate to the congregation.

    How Christians Grow As a Group I Thessalonians 5:9-13 Purpose: To show believers how to act toward other believers. Aim: I want the listener to work at encouraging the leadership. INTRODUCTION: Too many Christians come to church to get something. For most church goers the thought of connecting ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living In The Favor Of The Lord

    Contributed by Laren Whaley on Feb 19, 2006
    based on 39 ratings
     | 12,524 views

    In order to live in the Favor of The Lord we must position ourselves in right relationship with Him in several areas of our lives. The Lord wants to favor those who diligently and fervently seek Him. Some of these important areas are:

    Sunday, February 19, 2006 Living In The Favor of The Lord (Psa 5:12 NIV) For surely, O LORD, you bless the righteous; you surround them with your favor as with a shield. In order to live in the Favor of The Lord we must position ourselves in right relationship with Him in several areas of our ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Saving Faith: Abel

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Oct 21, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,415 views

    According to the Gallop Poll, 69% of those polled said that in order to get to heaven you have only to live a good life. That is according to Gallop Poll but according to the Bible, the way to heaven is not in a plan, but in a man. And that man is Jesus t

    Saving Faith: Abel Fabulous Faith #01 Hebrews 11:4 A few weeks ago, I preached a series of sermons I titled, "Amazing Grace." I talked about saving grace, sustaining grace, stewardship grace and scolding grace. I used all of these to talk about the amazing grace of God. In those sermons we looked a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Mapping Out The New Year Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 29, 2009
    based on 68 ratings
     | 20,835 views

    The scripture is our divine GPS for mapping our lives in order to experience many good days. What does this divine GPS tell us to do? 1- Seek the Lord 2- Follow the Lord 3- Trust the Lord

    INTRO.- Have you ever had a bad day? Well, of course. Who hasn’t? But what about a really bad day? Here’s one that tops many I’ve heard. ILL.- The following is seen in a Florida newspaper: A man was working on his motorcycle on his patio and his wife was in the house in the kitchen. The man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Haines avatar

    Our Prince Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 31, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,334 views

    The problem is that we want Jesus’ peace without recognizing Jesus’ authority in our lives. We want to live our way and escape the negative consequences. We need to surrender to the Prince of Peace in order to experience his blessings.

    Series Introduction: God has a Christmas gift list for you. It involves four gifts only Jesus can give. God’s Christmas list for you is found in Isaiah 9:6. A child is born to us, a son is given to us. And the government will rest on his shoulders. These will be his royal titles: Wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    The Spreading Flame Series

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,054 views

    Paul Harvey said: "Too many Christians no longer are fishermen but keepers of the acquarim." God used the death of Stephen, and persecution to move the church beyond the walls of Jerusalem in order to complete his "mission" stated in Acts 1:8

    In Jesus Holy Name August 15, 2006 Text: Acts 8:1,4-5 Series Redeemer “The Spreading Flame” I want to share a story with you so If you choose I’m going to give you permission to close your eyes and visualize the scene I’m about to describe. The first rays of a new ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Speaking The Truth In Love

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Jan 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,697 views

    If you have a hunger for more, and want to be all that God has called you to be, then lets look to the Word of God to see some of the necessary steps that God has ordained for all of us to take in order to fulfilling that calling.

    Ephesians 4:15 but, speaking the truth in love, may grow up in all things into Him who is the head Christ God wants us to grow up in all things concerning Him, and there is a way that He has ordained for this to take place. If we look at this section of Scripture, we see that Paul is talking ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dean Morgan avatar

    Don't Stagger At The Promises Of God

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Dec 9, 2005
    based on 274 ratings
     | 71,537 views

    If God says He will do something for you, He will do it! He always keeps his promises, but there are some things that you have to do in order to receive from Him. The best example of this is seen in the life of Abraham.

    DON’T STAGGER AT THE PROMISES OF GOD! (Faith – Bible) TEXT: Romans 4:19-21 If God says He will do something for you, He will do it! He always keeps his promises, but there are some things that you have to do in order to receive from Him. The best example of this is seen in the life of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Woolsey avatar

    0820 Trinity Xx: Scary Party Series

    Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,763 views

    When God "invites" us to a banquet, it’s not just another party that we squeeze into our busy schedule if we have the time. It is a royal feast and we lay down our lives, if necessary, in order to attend.

    Sermon: Scary Party Text: Matt 22:1-14, Eph 5:15-21 Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, Oct 24, 2004 Occasion: Trinity XX Who: Mark Woolsey I. Intro Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer. Why does this passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • T. W Jenkins avatar

    Developing Effective Ministry

    Contributed by T. W Jenkins on Mar 12, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,639 views

    Many times leaders fail in developing effective ministry in the local church because they rely upon others to get the work done. Pastors are required to equip the saints for the work of the ministry. There are four things that the leader must do in order

    INTRODUCTION: in order to DEVELOPE EFFECTIVE MINISTRY there are four things you the leader must do. 1. YOUR PRESENCE MUST BE THERE. (Acts 20:18) Paul says to the Elders he has summoned to his conference, "I WAS WITH YOU". As leader, Bro pastor, you must be there. You can't be the leader and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist