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    The Demeanor And Disposition Of A Follower Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on May 23, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,589 views

    THIS SHORT PASSAGE IS REALLY ONLY THE BEGINNING OF THE STORY THAT WILL END WITH THE DEATH OF STEPHEN. STEPHEN WAS ONE OF THE FIRST DEACONS CHOSEN FOR THE EARLY CHURCH. FROM THAT MOMENT, IT SEEMS AS THOUGH HIS LIFE IS SHORT. THERE IS NOT MUCH TIME BETWE

    THE DEMEANOR AND DISPOSITION OF A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST Acts 6:8-15 Now Stephen, a man full of God's grace and power, did great wonders and miraculous signs among the people. 9 Opposition arose, however, from members of the Synagogue of the Freedmen (as it was called)--Jews of Cyrene and Alexandria as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Quick Tempered Man Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 31, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,802 views

    Temper or anger is an universal human experience. Everybody feels anger from time to time though we may express it differently. It is important to understand our anger, realize what causes it, and how to control it.

    A QUICK TEMPERED MAN PROVERBS 14: 17; 29-30 There are many passages in Proverbs that depict a hot temper. They teach what a hot tempered person is likely to do and how we should relate to him or her. Rash outburst and action are said to bring unpleasant results. Thus great stress is placed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mind Your Busyness

    Contributed by Chip Blackshear on Jun 2, 2012
     | 7,874 views

    Like a carnival ride, our modern lives seem to be spinning out of control. But busyness is the enemy of the spiritual life. As Elijah discovered, God is not in the busyness - the earthquake, wind and fire - but in the quiet whisper.

    “MIND YOUR BUSYNESS” Luke 10:38-42 • 1 Kings 19:9-18 First Presbyterian Church, Corpus Christi, TX Rev. Charles S. Blackshear • May 6, 2012 For the past week the Buc Days carnival has been going on night and day across the street from us here with all sorts of rides ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Sense Of Belonging Series

    Contributed by Bryan Fink on Feb 18, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,097 views

    To lay out the vision and strategies for becoming a church where everyone belongs to a small group that loves them and will help them grow in their love for God and others.

    I was watching a show the other night with my kids called the Suite Life of Zack and Cody. Part of the episode was a re-enactment of The Wizard of Oz story line. Dorothy’s house had landed on the wicked Witch of the West and Dorothy had started on her journey to Oz along the yellow brick ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Holy Spirit And Sanctification Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 26, 2012
     | 4,874 views

    A sermon on what the Holy Spirit does after conversion for the Christian (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, Power From On High, chapter 9, and the Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study, chapter 6)

    HoHum: John MacArthur- A basic mark of true spirituality is a deep awareness of sin. In Scripture those who most despised their sinfulness were often those who were the most spiritual. Paul said he was the chief of sinners. Peter said to Jesus, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Garrison Of The Philistines

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 10, 2012
    based on 16 ratings
     | 17,408 views

    1 Sam 10:5 speaks of a garrison of the Philistines on the Hill of God. This is a message about strongholds of the enemy in the hearts of believers.

    The Garrison of the Philistines Text 1Sa 10:5 After that thou shalt come to the hill of God, where [is] the garrison of the Philistines: and it shall come to pass, when thou art come thither to the city, that thou shalt meet a company of prophets coming down from the high place with a psaltery, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Sensitive - Weep With Those Who Weep

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,470 views

    I. AUDIENCE: My Classmates in BSM (Bible Study Methods) II. OBJECTIVES: To avoid faithlessness and make Jesus proud with me IV. THESIS: The Lord is the first one to cry when someone dies

    I. AUDIENCE: My Classmates in BSM (Bible Study Methods) II. OBJECTIVES: To avoid faithlessness and make Jesus proud with me III. TEXT: JOHN 11:35 Jesus Wept IV. THESIS: The Lord is the first one to cry when someone dies V. TITLE: Be Sensitive - Weep With Those Who Weep VI. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "The Admonition To Fellowship" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,760 views

    Believers are adomnished to never give up on meeting with God’s people.

    The Bible tells us that God desires for His people to fellowship with one another. Indeed, the writer of Hebrews tells us that participating in the fellowship of the church is something that ought to be a core value for every Christian. Starting today, we will be looking to verse 25 of this passage ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take Heed Unto Yourself And Unto The Doctrine

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 5, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,798 views

    Every one called to minister the word of God must first of all take heed unto himself. It is when your life is according to the will of God that your ministry can be approved of God.

    TAKE HEED UNTO THYSELF AND UNTO THE DOCTRINE 'Take heed unto thyself and unto the doctrine; continue in them: for in doing this thou shalt both save thyself, and them that hear thee.' 1 Tim. 4:16. In remarking upon these words We shall consider four things: I. THE RESPECTS IN WHICH A ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choosing To Stand According To The Scriptures

    Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Oct 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,721 views

    Through the Holy Spirit of God, what we perceive, we achieve as long as it is within the will of God.

    Long before the next growing season, the master gardener carefully selects the desired seeds to be used for the next crop. These ideal seeds are chosen, inspected, and later planted into the prepared soil with the expectation that they will produce. Nevertheless, because of the dangers of disease, ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    What Follows Following The Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,996 views

    This is the final message in a series that takes a fresh look at Psalm twenty-three. This message examines the benefits of following the Lord Our Shepherd.

    Are you a patient person? Do you find it easy to wait when you are anticipating something? If you are like me anticipation often causes my patience to be in short supply. Maybe it is human nature or a product of living in an instant gratification culture. Whatever the reason, we would prefer to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    My Favorite Jesus - Pt. 3 - Bearded Jesus Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 25, 2011
     | 4,083 views

    Favorite team. Favorite shirt. Favorite food. But a favorite Jesus? What if we miss Him because we don’t like Him?

    Favorite Jesus Pt. 3 - The Bearded Jesus I. Introduction During Christmas our attention is turned towards the sweet, 8 lb. 6 oz, golden diaper, little bundle of baby God. There are lessons to learn from Infant Baby Jesus . . . Salvation is often hard to discern and at times even harder to accept. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Where Is My Beauty?

    Contributed by Godwin Tam Brisibe on Aug 19, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 15,069 views

    There are times when we ask questions becuase the promises of God has not been fultilled in our lives, and there is nothing wrong in asking questions.

    Isaiah 61:1-4 1 The Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me; because the LORD hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek; he hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted , to proclaim liberty to the captives , and the opening of the prison to them that are bound ; 2 To proclaim the acceptable ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Ambassadors Needed

    Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Sep 5, 2011
     | 4,940 views

    "We are Christ’s ambassadors and God is using us to speak"

    Ambassadors Needed 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 Text: 20 "We are Christ¡¦s ambassadors and God is using us to speak¡K" March 2011, Gainsville, FL ¡V Clean Energy Logistics Lab Inc. established an online social network community of solar (photo vol-tey-ik) photovoltaics! Or better known as Solar ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Transgression Loss And Fulness Of The Jews

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 10, 2013
     | 2,313 views

    I. EXORDIUM: GOD loves all: Jews and Gentiles. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the unsurpassing Grace of GOD to all: Jews and Gentiles IV. TEXT: Romans 11:12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Now if

    I. EXORDIUM: GOD loves all: Jews and Gentiles. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the unsurpassing Grace of GOD to all: Jews and Gentiles IV. TEXT: Romans 11:12 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Now if the Gentiles were enriched because the people of Israel ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal