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  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Nature Of Character Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 9, 2010
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     | 5,872 views

    A look at what Character is how it is formed and how it is lost.

    Having Mother’s Day fall during Discover the Word can be a challenge because it is really expected that on Mother’s Day you will speak to Mothers. But when you are focusing on a specific book it can sometimes be hard to find the hook to work with a specific topic. If you were here a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Shaken Faith Or Sure Faith? Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Elijah Stepp on Apr 5, 2008
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     | 4,970 views

    If we feel like the Author in Psalm 73:1-16 we should ask ourselves the question, do I have a shaken faith or sure faith?

    Greetings – Thankful to be here Our text this evening is Psalm 73:1-16 Illustration: Proverbs from Fourth Graders A 4th grade teacher collected well-known proverbs. She gave each child in the class the first half of the proverb, and asked them to come up with the rest. Here is what they came up ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When The Load Becomes Heavy Series

    Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 24, 2015
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    We have the tendency to be overwhelmed by too much responsibilities in the ministry. We end up exhausted and burnout. In this message, we will learn how to train leaders and delegate responsibilities accordingly so that the load will be lighter.

    EXODUS 18 Scripture Text: Exodus 18:17-23 (NIV) "17 Moses’ father-in-law replied, “What you are doing is not good. 18 You and these people who come to you will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone. 19 Listen now to me and I will give you ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    11. Why The Tree Of The Knowledge Of Good And Evil? Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 2, 2018
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     | 4,630 views

    Viable alternatives have to exist in a moral universe

    [IN GOD’S IMAGE – 11 – WHY THE TREE OF THE KNOWLEDGE OF GOOD AND EVIL] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Family Matters Series

    Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 7,854 views

    In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

    Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fifth Sunday Of Lent, Year B--I Tried But It Died: Grain Of Wheat

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 15, 2024
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    A Christian is obliged to let go, to put himself into hands that are not his own of letting oneself go into the hands of God.

    Wheat is associated with being sewn in the ground, buried, geminating and then springing up for bread to feed multitudes. These are all symbols of Christ’s passion, death, resurrection, and communion with his Body, the Church with Jesus, saved in his Sacrifice at Calvary. The seed has to be buried ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Endurance Through Trials: Transformed By God's Purpose - Romans 5:3-4 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 5, 2024
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     | 1,362 views

    Romans 5:3-4 reveals a powerful truth, teaching us that our trials are not in vain. Instead, they serve a greater purpose, moulding us and shaping us into people of character and hope.

    Endurance Through Trials: Transformed by God's Purpose - Romans 5:3-4 Introduction: The Purpose in Our Pain Today, we’re going to talk about something that each of us encounters in life: trials and hardships. But we’ll go beyond discussing the pain itself; we’ll explore the purpose that God ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Growing In Faith Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 24, 2018
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    Growing in Faith Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 23, 2018

    Growing in Faith Series: Daring Faith Brad Bailey – September 23, 2018 Intro – It’s a joy to welcome you into our official start of our fall venture which we are calling Daring Faith. Last week was an introduction to our focus on faith. By way of recapturing what we are engaging…lets take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Lights, Camera Action

    Contributed by Coz Von on Dec 20, 2019
     | 4,521 views

    Being weak in faith and commitment, you doubt the authenticity of your relationship and your salvation What should you do? How do you Hold on to your salvation so that no one will take your crown.

    I have a confession to make: As a teenager I was involved in a very intimate relationship. however, I played around and got into an affair, which led me to experiment with different partners – We had lots of fun. One of My greatest hobbies was photography. during these experiences I took a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Fruit Of Christmas Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 10, 2014
     | 9,654 views

    It might just be that the most important fruit you give or receive this year will be the fruit of patience.

    “The Difference Christmas Makes: The Fruit of Christmas” Exodus 34:1-10; 2 Pt. 3:8-18 “I can’t wait!” “I want it now!” “Why does it take so long?” “Hurry up!” Sound familiar? What makes you impatient? The wait in line at the store ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    67. Paul And The Law Series

    Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,774 views

    In the past, the focus of worship centered on shadows such as sacrifices, locations, days, foods, etc., now the emphasis is rightly focused on the One these rituals and laws pointed to, Jesus Christ.

    IN GOD'S IMAGE 67 - PAUL AND THE LAW This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Finance In An Ethical Way Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 10, 2010
     | 3,070 views

    We must manifest our conversion by managing our financial systems so as to protect the most vulnerable and strive for the general good.

    Monday of Second Week in Easter April 12, 2010 The call to be born from above is a call to a repentance and revolution internal to the person. Once we accept the invitation to be one with the Father and the Son, the Holy Spirit begins to transform us. Maybe this church won’t experience an ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Longsuffering Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 17, 2014
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     | 18,304 views

    A study on longsuffering as part of a teaching series on the Fruit of the Spiril.

    Fruit of the Spirit—Longsuffering Series: Fruit of the Spirit Teaching Series Chuck Sligh June 15, 22, 29, 2014 TEXT: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Longsuffering (2-3 Lessons) Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 14, 2014
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     | 5,673 views

    Part 4 of a study on the Fruit of the Spirit on Longsuffering

    Fruit of the Spirit—Longsuffering Series: Fruit of the Spirit Teaching Series Chuck Sligh June 15, 22, 29, 2014 TEXT: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discipleship Boot Camp

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    Partnering in Ministry

    "Discipleship Boot Camp: Partnering in Ministry Matthew 10 August 3, 1997 Intro: Each of our four gospels has a different emphasis. We’ve been looking in Matthew at the presentation of the King. In chapters 1-4 we saw the Person of the King. In 5-7 the Principles of the King. In 8-10 the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational