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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Dealing With Criticism

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 13, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,560 views

    Fifty-two practical ways of dealing with criticism.

    Dealing With Criticisms (Philippians 2:13-16) Without an ability to deal with criticisms many people give in to discouragement, anxiety or angry over reactions. Quote: Advice from Dr. Mitchell’s life: Someone in his congregation pointed out several faults in him and his preaching. Instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Man At The Pool

    Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Feb 17, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 25,325 views

    When Jesus met the man at the pool He brought both healing and judgement.

    The Man at the Pool Pray John 5:1 Some time later, Jesus went up to Jerusalem for a feast of the Jews. 2:Now there is in Jerusalem near the Sheep Gate a pool, which in Aramaic is called Bethesda and which is surrounded by five covered colonnades. 3:Here a great number of disabled people used ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Using Gifts Wisely Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,509 views

    Ultimately we’re called to service because we’re seeking to follow the steps of our saviour Jesus Christ. Jesus came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many

    Have you ever had one of those really annoying waiters or waitresses that are always there hovering around the table? They’re the ones who come and take your plate almost the second your last mouthful goes in & the cutlery goes down. This can be really annoying because it denies you the chance to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Ephod Of Hope: The Attack On Worship! Series

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,644 views

    There is an EPHOD OF HOPE! Real worship and praise have always been under great attack. Down through the ages our enemy hates any church or individual that comes into the presence of the Holy God in true worship and praise. Today there is a PSEUDO-WORSH

    THE EPHOD OF HOPE --- WORSHIP UNDER ATTACK By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I buy blue material at Wal-mart, and have a lady at church make a rough version of an ephod from the directions below. Two pieces of material hooked together over the shoulders by a golden chain. I thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Accomplishing The Mission Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Patrick Mead on Nov 24, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,163 views

    What the church needs to accomplish the mission of Jesus

    Accomplishing the Mission of Jesus Galatians 2:1-10 Introduction Several years ago a phenomenon took place. It is called Starbucks Coffee. Most everyone has probably heard of Starbucks. If you are like me then you have contributed greatly to its success. Starbucks Coffee has become well known ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Crucifixion Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005
    based on 13 ratings
     | 13,624 views

    Jesus chose to go to the cross - to be beaten and spat upon and to be separated from the Father - even though He didn’t have to. The question is: why did He do it? Also learn when it’s right to speak up and when to remain silent.

    1 Very early in the morning, the chief priests, with the elders, the teachers of the law and the whole Sanhedrin, reached a decision. They bound Jesus, led him away and handed him over to Pilate. The Jewish religious leadership had already decided to try to get Jesus killed - they had done it ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Da Vinci Quest: Talking About The Real Truth Series

    Contributed by Josh Mcdowell on May 3, 2006
    based on 139 ratings
     | 4,354 views

    For us as Christians, The Da Vinci Code should spark questions… discussion… concern… but for many of us, I hope it also gives a measure of excitement at the opportunities it creates for spiritual conversation, speaking the real truth about Jesus in

    Excerpt From: The Da Vinci Quest 3-Part Sermon Series By: Josh McDowell © 2006 Josh McDowell’s 3-part sermon series titled “The Da Vinci Quest” was developed to compliment a collection of Da Vinci equipping resources released in March 2006. For more information, visit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Ripe Ritual And Redemptive Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,798 views

    Dramatic monologue as if it were from Micah himself, summarizing the entire book around the contrast between practicing ritual in order to avoid judgment vs. living God’s requirements of justice, mercy, and the humble walk.

    [Outside the sanctuary] Justice, O God! Justice! We must have your justice! And righteousness! Without that we are lost! Oh, Lord God, the Temple and the city – what I see there sickens me. That ripe and rotten ritual, those empty gestures, those paid and padded priests! O God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The View: A Matter Of Perspective On God And Man Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Feb 11, 2012
     | 6,102 views

    Discussing what a worldview is, what makes up a worldview and then start talking about the foundational elements of worldview formation.

    It was one of those awkward moments in a friendship – when you feel like you should speak up, but you’re not sure how your friend will react. I was a teenager – just finishing up high school, thinking about the future. My best friend and I were preparing for a day of teenage ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Quarrelsome Christians

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Oct 18, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,743 views

    Shows the problem quarrelling is in the church and the home and how to stop it.

    “Quarrelsome Christians” October 20, 2013 2 Timothy 2:14, 23-24 “Keep reminding God’s people of these things. Warn them before God against quarreling about words; it is of no value, and only ruins those who listen.” “Don’t have anything to do with foolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Let's Make Some Noise Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 15, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,643 views

    America has been blessed because of her roots, but those roots are being destroyed.

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Let’s Make Some Noise!” Is. 62:1-7; Ezek 33:1-20 As I begin today I want to be perfectly clear. America is not God’s chosen nation. There is only one of those and it is Israel. But America has been richly blessed because of her ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Deceit Of Humanism

    Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 18, 2011
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,900 views

    Humanism has crept into the Church where the focus has become on how to please people rather than God. The goal of humanism is to be happy as you live while the goal of Christianity is to be happy when your life is completed

    Everything that God created has a purpose which is an assignment from God. Everything created was made to bring glory to God. Everything we do should result in the praise and glorification of God. Like everything else, we were created by Him and for Him. Have you ever made something which spoke ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Call To Contend Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 24, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,612 views

    Jude’s letter is a call to contend for the faith once for all delivered to the saints. In today’s lesson we observe the call to contend for truth against heresy.

    Scripture Two weeks ago I began a new series of studies on the Letter of Jude, which I have titled, “Contend for the Faith.” The first week I introduced you to the Letter of Jude. I briefly touched on questions that arise whenever we begin a new study of God’s Word, such as: Who wrote the letter? ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    What Does It Mean In Marriage When We Say I Do?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 29, 2022
     | 1,731 views

    A lady placed a raw oyster before a man and told him she would bet him five dollars he could not swallow it and keep it down.

    • He said, "I bet you I can!” He tilted his head back and placed the raw oyster on his tongue and let it slide down. He said, “Now give me the five dollars.” She did! • This lady was DETERMINED that she was going to get her money back plus more. She said, "I'll bet you ten dollars ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Alone Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 12, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,520 views

    Romans 3:24-26 shows us that we are justified by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.

    Scripture During this fall, we are focusing our attention on the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation. The Reformation began when an Augustinian monk named Martin Luther nailed Ninety-Five Theses to the door of the Castle Church in Wittenberg. His propositions sparked a debate that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed