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  • Terry Laughlin avatar

    Imitating Their Faith

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,174 views

    A saint has been defined as “a man in whom Christ lives.” The real leader of the church preaches and lives in Christ. Men are captivated by Christians who live out what they believe.

    Turn Your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 11:1 Title: Imitating Their Faith Theme: Spiritual Lessons / Apostle Paul and St. Patrick Series: St. Patrick’s Sunday Messages Introduction: The writer of the Book of Hebrews has some real sound advice for the children of God, “Remember your leaders, who ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith In Action

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
     | 5,325 views

    A PREVIEW ON FAITH

    Faith In Action Faith = Conviction or persuasion with corresponding actions. Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Amplified Bible 11:1 NOW FAITH is the assurance (the confirmation, the title deed) of the things [we] hope for, being ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Peace And Faith Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 16, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,684 views

    The greatest detriment to faith is not doubt but fear. When Jesus reveals himself to his dsiciples on Easter evening he gives them peace to free them from their fear. Jesus works the same way in our lives.

    John 20:19-31 “Peace and Faith” INTRODUCTION If you were in charge of guarding “faith”; keeping it safe from anything that would harm it, what would you be most vigilant against? • Some people would guard against affluence. We know that it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brett Adams avatar

    Faith That Works Series

    Contributed by Brett Adams on Oct 10, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,927 views

    Sorting through the idea of faith versus works

    WWJBD Part 2 – “Faith That Works” James 2:14-26 I could tell you countless stories of growing up with 2 brothers. But the one that sticks out in my mind as most traumatic was the time we were living in a small rental house while my dad was building the house they live in now. I had just gotten ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Footprints Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,478 views

    Discover the impact Mary’s faith had on her and how it is a model for us in unexpected times.

    “Footprints of Faith” Luke 1:26-38 [Come in from “Life of Mary” video clip] INTRO: When I think about Mary, one word blankets my mind: F-A-I-T-H! Every step of the way was a step of faith. Think about it – from… • The angel’s announcement • The public’s response • Joseph’s surprise • Joseph’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful God

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,128 views

    How to draw comfort from the faithfulness of our Great God during our fight of faith

    Faithful God Foundational Text: Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations; I believe the Lord has stirred me up this morning, to stir you up this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Flowers avatar

    The Prayer Of Faith Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 3, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,831 views

    Part 4 of series Learning to Pray. Examines the difference between praying for something and just wishing for it.

    The Prayer of Faith Learning to Pray, prt. 4 Wildwind Community Church February 13, 2005 You know the messages in this series are based on things I’m learning and experiences I am having as I read through Andrew Murray’s excellent book, With Christ in the School of Prayer and do the exercises ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Purposeful Faith Series

    Contributed by John Harvey on May 5, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 9,465 views

    Moms play an important role in the lives of their children by passing on their faith, teaching us wisdom and caring for our needs. Moms are our biggest fans.

    “Purposeful Faith” May 8, 2005 Mother’s Day Intro: Peter Marshall, the Scottish pastor and the Chaplin of the U.S. Senate, told the story of a town situated along a beautiful stream. The stream rose from the ground and produced the most beautiful brook with the freshest, most clear water ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Risky Faith

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on May 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,982 views

    Faith we all have it but sometimes we have faith in th wrng things. Church people tend to have safe faithand take few risk for the kingdom.

    Risky Faith Hebrews 11:1-8 I have been thinking about faith this week. I started thinking about people, that I know that have faith. The first group that comes to mind are the ones that I have sat with at the hospital. The ones that say, “I’m Ready!” Their only question is why do I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    A Profitable Faith. Series

    Contributed by James Mccullen on May 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,081 views

    Some people do not see any benefits from being a Christian. Our faith is profitable, and we need to be able to share that in convincing manner. In this passage James gives some illustrations concerning a provable faith.

    A Profitable Faith. James 2:14-26 C:\MyData\JAM-OLD But Good\JAMES2-2.WPD {14} What use is it, my brethren, if a man says he has faith, but he has no works? Can that faith save him? {15} If a brother or sister is without clothing and in need of daily food, {16} and one of you says to them, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Mike Turner avatar

    A Faithful Mother

    Contributed by Mike Turner on May 8, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 10,031 views

    A sermon for Mother’s Day.

    A Faithful Mother 1 Sam 1:19-29 Hannah was one of the most faithful mothers in all of the Bible. It would do us all well if we would follow her example as parents. I. Hannah was faithful in prayer. a. Her prayers were specific. b. Her prayers were sincere. c. Her prayers were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Testimonies Of Faith

    Contributed by Tr Precht on Jul 8, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,165 views

    A reminder to have faith, for it is impossible to please God without it.

    I had some trouble figuring out what I was going to say tonight; but in my spirit, I just couldn’t get away from "going back to the basics". So I sat around listening to tapes and mp3s from yesteryear of some young ministers speaking. Tapes of Evangelist Dustin Ivy, Presbyter Rusty Gwinner and of ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Hill avatar

    A Fortress Of Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by David Hill on Jul 15, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 13,483 views

    God’s faithfulness is a fortress in life.

    A Fortress of Faithfulness Psalm 91:14-16 Martin Luther was one of the most influential leaders of the protestant reformation in the 14th century. This man who used of God in a great way also was given to times of deep dark depression. One time he got ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Smith avatar

    The Faith Of Mary

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,861 views

    This sermon looks at Mary and the faith she displayed and garners lessons about faith. It ends with a call to faith in action.

    The Faith ?Of Mary Dr. Tim Smith? Luke 1:26-38 Video: Why Is It Me. Why is it me God has asked? It must have been a question with which Mary wrestled. Mary has captured the attention and affection of generations of believers, but more importantly, she caught the attention of God! For she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Robert Cote avatar

    Faith's Reward

    Contributed by Robert Cote on Dec 6, 2006
     | 2,986 views

    The blessings of salvation through living faith.

    Faith’s Reward 1 Peter 1:9 The scripture reads, “Receiving the end of your faith, even the salvation of your souls.” The greatest blessing we receive is that which is upon us each and every day, our salvation. If I thought as so many professing Christians do today, that I could never be sure of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist