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  • David Dykes avatar

    Basic Training For Disciples Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 3, 2003
    based on 334 ratings
     | 58,909 views

    There are four important things to know about basic training for disciples: A disciple never puts a stumbling block in others’ spiritual path; a disciple forgives quickly—and often; a disciple exercises faith; and a disciple demonstrates faithfulness.

    Basic Training for Disciples Luke 17:1-10 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Even if you’ve never served in the military, you’ve probably heard of basic training. According to the U.S. Army recruiting Web site, “Basic Training lasts only nine weeks, but you’ll remember those nine weeks for the rest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Pouting Son Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 4, 2003
    based on 254 ratings
     | 112,756 views

    This in-depth view of Prodigal Son parable focuses on the elder son and the bitterness and resentment he displayed upon his brother’s return and how we sometimes have the same inflated sense of goodness and faulty understanding of our Father’s grace.

    The Parable of the Pouting Son Luke 15:25-32 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Over the last three weeks we have been looking at what has been called the Parable of the Prodigal Son. In this masterpiece, Jesus communicates several lessons. I believe the main point of this story is to show us what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Family T.i.m.e. Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003
    based on 134 ratings
     | 25,522 views

    God says we should treasure time as a valuable commodity. The Bible gives us some great insight into how time can become your friend rather than your enemy.

    Family T.I.M.E. Psalm 90:1-2, 4, 10, 12 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my favorite stories is about the man who worked at a factory. One of his main jobs was to blow the factory whistle at 5:00 to indicate the workday was over. He walked to work each day and passed a jewelry store where a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tuning In To The Spiritual Weather Channel Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003
    based on 75 ratings
     | 17,923 views

    Are you paying attention to the spiritual climate? If you aren’t right with God, don’t wait. God’s storm warning has been issued and you’d better prepare and get right with God.

    Tuning in to the Spiritual Weather Channel Luke 12:51-59 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION I don’t watch much television as a rule–I read. I might catch an episode of “Star Trek: the Next Generation”, or watch Fox News. However, I do tune in the Weather Channel quite often. I’ve always been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Things That Go Together/Work Together

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2003
    based on 256 ratings
     | 31,588 views

    Things that go together/work together and will do a great deal of good if we let them.

    INTRO.- Things that go together, work together, and often work well together. ILL.- Love and marriage. A horse and carriage. Hot dogs and picnics. Hamburgers and hot dogs. Baseball and hot dogs. Hot dogs and mustard. Hamburgers and French fries. Reading and writing. Food and fellowship. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Game Plan For Church Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Aug 26, 2003
    based on 50 ratings
     | 9,549 views

    A description of the strategy of a church committed to these three purposes: love God, love the church, love the Lost.

    BE052503 WHAT AM I HERE FOR? 4. GAME PLAN FOR A PURPOSE DRIVEN When more than a million Allied soldiers gathered on British soil at the beginning of 1944, their mission was clear: Beat the Nazis. But how was that going to happen? Churchill’s idea was to storm the beaches of ITALY, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fact Or Fiction?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 23, 2003
    based on 68 ratings
     | 5,848 views

    We are confronted with both facts and fiction in life.

    INTRO.- ILL.- Fact or fiction? · "I just got a hot tip from an inside source that this will go through the roof." · "The word on the street is that this deal is ready to take off." · "There is no way you can lose money. Your return is guaranteed!" · "Everyone is getting in on this." · "You ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    While The Cat Is Away... Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Sep 26, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 7,809 views

    Understanding the reason to live whole-heartedly for Christ everyday is the main thrust of this message.

    Nehemiah When the Cat is Away… Nehemiah 13 September 28, 2003 Intro: A. [Illustration] Many of us can remember when we were in grade school how whenever the teacher had to leave the classroom for some reason, she would always tell the class to, “Be quiet and study!” However we also remember that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Have No Fear, God Is Here! Series

    Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 22, 2003
    based on 45 ratings
     | 18,980 views

    A vibrant tale of Joshua and Caleb’s fearless feat of entering Canaan.

    “No Fear” Series Have No Fear, God Is Here! Fear Not 10/2/02 I. Introduction No Fear T-shirts a. I’ve Never Lost (but I have been a little behind when time ran out) b. It’s not the pace of life that scares me. It’s the sudden stop at the end. II. What is Fear? a. Anxiety caused by real or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "What Will You Do In The Face Of Fear?"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 26, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,304 views

    Habakkuk decides that even though the judgment of God is coming upon his nation he will not turn away from placing his absolute trust in Almighty God.

    “What Will You Do In The Face Of Fear?” Habakkuk 3:1-19 Corrie Ten Boom was born in 1892 into a loving, Christian family in the Netherlands. Corrie was living with her older sister and her father in Haarlem when Holland surrendered to the Nazis. She was 48, unmarried, and worked as a watchmaker in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why, I Love Mom!

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 14, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 5,833 views

    Proverbs 31:10-31 reminds us why we love our godly moms. Why, because she is a living sacrifice. Why, because she is a spiritual role - model. Why, because she wants to thrive not just survive. Why, because she knows her life and family work has divine pu

    Why, I Love Mom! Thesis: Proverbs 31:10-31 reminds us why we love our godly moms. Why, because she is a living sacrifice. Why, because she is a spiritual role - model. Why, because she wants to thrive not just survive. Why, because she knows her life and family work has divine purpose. Mother’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Faith For The Distance Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,287 views

    Faith in the resurrection reality of Jesus Christ produces perseverance for the journey and hope for the future.

    Holy Spirit Series 2000 Life in the Spirit: Faith For The Distance 1 Corinthians 15:58 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Life is a marathon, not a sprint, so the saying goes. The same is true of the Christian faith. Finishing well, not just starting ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Drop Forged Faith

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 28, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 10,335 views

    God’s plan for dealing with times of distress.

    Psalm 4:1-8 A Drop Forged Faith Woodlawn Baptist Church December 28, 2003 Introduction If you’ve paid much attention to your tools, you’ll notice a stamp on some of them that says they are drop forged. What’s the big deal with being drop forged? Did you ever wonder? When something has been drop ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Are You Pitching Your Tent

    Contributed by Rev Bein Clayborn on Feb 20, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,202 views

    Pitch you tent toward Jesus

    Genesis 13:1-13 Introduction "And Abram went up out of Egypt, he, and his wife, and all that he had, and Lot with him, into the south. And Abram was very rich in cattle, in silver, and in gold. And he went on his journeys from the south even to Beth-el, unto the place where his tent had been at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Death Stinks

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 23, 2004
    based on 52 ratings
     | 7,718 views

    Jesus is our life.

    DEATH STINKS John 11:1-44 S: Jesus, death, life Th: Resurrection! Pr: JESUS IS OUR LIFE. ?: Inductive KW: Parallels TS: We will find in our study of John 11:1-44 five parallels that will lead us to the conclusion that Jesus is our life. The _____ parallel with our lives is… I. When you need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist