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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Negotiating From A Position Of Strength

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 35 ratings
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    Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the

    1. Too few people learn how to negotiate from a position of strength, confidence and certainty. Philip presented Christ to the Samarians being mindful of his position of strength. First, Philip believed in the power of the gospel, the word of God, and in the person of Jesus Christ. When you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Step From Zero To Hero

    Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 23, 2001
    based on 24 ratings
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    This is a topical message. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to hero” scenarios. The latter always contains a humble person trusting God and continuing on. Here are Eight Reasons why Christians should not quit.

    November 25, 2001-- AM THE STEP FROM ZERO TO HERO James 1:12 INTRODUCTION: (1) Stories people who fall from success are instructive. Even more helpful are the accounts of people who overcome or capitalize on setbacks. The Bible contains many examples of both the “hero to zero” and the “zero to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Risks Of Running From God

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
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    People of God should be aware of the risks when we resist the will of God.

    The Risks of Running from God Jonah 1:1-16 ILLUSTRATION Once an atheist asked a Christian lady if she believed the Bible was true. “Yes,” said the lady. “Then.” Said the atheist, “tell me how a whale swallowed Jonah, as a whale’s stomach is no bigger than a man’s head.” “I don’t know,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kingdom Wisdom From Proverbs

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Sep 29, 2005
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    Christians are citizens of God’s Kingdom needing Kingdom Wisdom as detailed by Solomon in Kingdom: Rules (The Ten Commandments); Principles (Love and Faithfulness); Decision-Making (Trust in the Lord); Economics (Honour God with our Money) and Discipline

    God wants His people to have a full and satisying life. But how do we get it? Demands are made on us, with the pressures of the 21st century in terms of time and resources. We’re bombarded by the influences of the secular environment and at the same time there’s the insistent call of God as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lessons From Failure Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 21, 2012
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    If we're going to rebound from failure, we must appreciate the past, be faithful in the present, and trust God for the future.

    Several years ago, Chicago Cubs relief pitcher Bob Patterson described one of his pitches, which the Cincinnati Reds' Barry Larkin hit for a game-winning home run: “It was a cross between a screwball and a change-up. It was a screw-up.” (Wall Street Journal, 7/9/96; Leadership, Vol. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    A Promise From God Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 9, 2010
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    Study of the book of Isaiah, Chapter 7. If thinking about a coming Savior raises the hopes of a people, who were focused on the circumstances they were in rather than trusting God; how can we take encouragement from this because we already HAVE a Savior?

    A Promise from God Isaiah 7:1-25 Introduction - Lots to cover tonight – prayerfully we will get through it all with God’s help - On Sunday we saw God’s commissioning to Isaiah and how he responded - We discussed the importance of responding in the same manner; without fail - Because God is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    From Doubt To Life Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,060 views

    This sermon explores the disciples' journey from doubt to faith, emphasizing that doubt is a part of the faith journey, and encourages believers to remain steadfast in their faith journey towards eternal life.

    Growing in faith is a lifelong process. For most of us, doubt is a part of the process, and for some of us, it is an integral one. In our passage today from John we get a front row seat while the disciples move from doubt to faith to life as they are commissioned to go and share the gospel with ...read more

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    Military Retirement

    Contributed by Eddie Nicandro on Sep 7, 2008
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    Retirement Bulletin and short message in preparing to depart military life to a civilian career.

    RETIREMENT CEREMONY OF 1SGT Dennis Zuccone WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS POSTING OF COLORS NATIONAL ANTHEM ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith In The Storms - Lessons From Matthew 14 Series

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 8, 2025
     | 236 views

    Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and presence in the midst of life’s storms, calling us to walk by faith, not fear. Trust in God for His Grace, Provision, Compassion, and Healing.

    2025.06.08. Sermon Notes. FAITH IN THE STORMS - Lessons from Matthew 14 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: MATTHEW 14:1-36, JOHN 16:33 BIG IDEA: Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Message From A Frustrated Writer Series

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 20, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,432 views

    First in a series of sermons on Revelation. This is a first person sermon in which I portrayed John, the writer of Revelation, complaining that (1) nobody was reading my book, and (2) nobody who read it understood it.

    I Am John – Frustrated Writer (This is a first person sermon. The more participation from the congregation, the better. I did this in period costume and remained outside the sanctuary until it was time for the sermon. After the other minister read the scripture, I allowed for a long, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Continuing In Faith Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017
     | 15,350 views

    Message explores the importance of continuing in the faith. "The just shall live by faith" is stated four times in Scripture. What is its meaning, and what are the implications for us?

    Heb. 10:38 5-7-16 #5 in Series: Grace Works! Intro “The just shall live by faith.” That statement is found four times in Scripture. It is the revelation that fueled the Protestant Reformation. It is the basis of Martin Luther’s understanding of justification by faith. The impact of that verse on ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Martin Holland avatar

    Faith’s Journey

    Contributed by Martin Holland on Mar 21, 2013
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    Leaving Egypt was just the beginning of journey for Israel. Every step taken would be determined by their faith. So it is for every Christian from the moment they experienced salvation then begins the journey of faith.

    Faith’s Journey Deut. 1:1-2, 21-46 Leaving Egypt was just the beginning of the journey for the nation of Israel. Every step taken would be determined by their faith. So it is for every Christian from the moment they experience salvation. Then begins the journey of faith and this passage is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Fretting To Trust.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2022
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     | 2,707 views

    Keeping faith, and resting in the LORD.

    FROM FRETTING TO TRUST. Psalm 37:1-11; Psalm 37:39-40. PSALM 37:1. Somebody is in trouble, fretting because of the unfairness of life: but the pastor’s responsibility is not to burden the poor soul with a ‘snap out of it’ sort of approach, which often only leads to further despair; but rather to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Crumb From The Table.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 3, 2023
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     | 2,498 views

    Faith demonstrated in the margins of life.

    A CRUMB FROM THE TABLE. Matthew 15:21-28. In the earlier part of the chapter, Jesus had disputed with some Scribes and Pharisees about ritual and tradition; and had taught those who would hear that defilement does not come from without, but from within. It is also true to say that FAITH flows ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lessons From The Cross Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 9, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,424 views

    Justification--how Christ’s work on the cross has put us in right standing with God. It is by faith and not by works.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 13, 2003 Lessons from the Cross Romans 5:1-8 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: The other morning I was going to make some Grandes Orange Cinnamon rolls. The cans are supposed to be easy to open. You just peal the label off and insert a spoon and the can pops ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist