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Dealing With Criticism

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 13, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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Fifty-two practical ways of dealing with criticism.

Dealing With Criticisms (Philippians 2:13-16) Without an ability to deal with criticisms many people give in to discouragement, anxiety or angry over reactions. Quote: Advice from Dr. Mitchell’s life: Someone in his congregation pointed out several faults in him and his preaching. Instead of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear No One Bearing Gifts

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 6, 2003

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Solomon built the Temple using foreign gifts and foreign artists. Each of us brings to today’s church the limitations of his own culture, and must learn to ask for and trust the gifts others can give. Working together we learn to savor God’s greatness.

The Latin poet Virgil, in his epic poem, The Aeneid, has one of the Trojan warriors murmur, when a giant wooden horse was offered as a gift by the Greek armies outside the city walls, “I fear the Greeks even when bearing gifts.” “I fear the Greeks even when bearing gifts.” That is a statement of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Recognizing (And Recovering From) Spiritual Abuse

Contributed by Jim Miller on May 18, 2003

based on 71 ratings

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Spiritually abused Christians and spiritual abusers are more prevalent than you may think. This sermon identifies spiritual abuse and offers some remedies.

INTRODUCTION I am a victim of spiritual abuse. And, chances are, if you have been a member of a church or religious organization for any length of time, you are too. Spiritual abuse surfaces in an assortment of forms: sometimes in-your-face flagrant; other times behind-your-back subtle. It emerges ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seven Spirits Of God

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 23, 2002

based on 137 ratings

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The Revelation of Jesus Christ - the 7 Spirits of God

Seven Spirits of God The first phrase of the first verse of the book of Revelation identifies the central theme of this book: Revelation 1:1 The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave Him to show His servants -- things which must shortly take place. And He sent and signified it by His angel ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1, Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Mr. Big

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 21, 2005

based on 36 ratings

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True success is found in loving as Jesus loves.

MR. BIG John 13:31-38 S: Love and Failure Pr: True success is found in loving as Jesus loves. Type: Inductive, Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • See God’s glory. • Love one another. • Reach others by pointing to Jesus. Version: ESV RMBC 20 February 05 AM ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

"The Blessing's Of Following The Lord"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 31, 2002

based on 56 ratings

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No matter the situation in your life be it a move across the country or a change in job or school or relationship, perhaps a change you did not initiate or want you can know the absolute joy of following the Lord!

Southern Hills Baptist Church October 27 2002 The Blessings of following the Lord Mark 10: 28-29 By Pastor Mark Hensley 28Peter said to him, "We have left everything to follow you!" 29"I tell you the truth," Jesus replied, "no one who has left home or brothers or sisters or mother or father or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

A Prayer For Knowledge Pt. 1

Contributed by David Mcallan on Aug 8, 2008

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In this passage, the apostle Paul expresses his desire for the church to be filled with an understanding of what we have in Christ.

Intro Sydney trainer Harry Telford was a keen student of thoroughbred bloodlines and spent countless hours poring over pedigree charts. He believed he had found a future champion in a colt that was shortly due to sell in New Zealand. The colt was listed for the Trentham Sales in 1927. Harry ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Politically Correct Christians

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 22, 2007

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This message examines the issues around being politically correct when it comes to public display of Christianity.

Politically Correct Christians Scriptures: Matthew 5:14-16; 28:19-20 Introduction I was leaving a meeting recently and as I left I wished a fellow worker a very “Merry Christmas”. Immediately with the focus of being politically correct, I wondered if I may have offended him, especially if he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Do-Attitudes Series

Contributed by Kelly Dufour on Jan 29, 2009

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Today, we will look at the next four Beatitudes which describe what a Christian should do, we’ll call them “The Do-Attitudes.”

The Jesus Code: Part 2 “Do-Attitudes” Sunday, September 21, 2008 Pastor Kelly Dufour Text: Matthew 5:7-12 Introduction: Headline: Man soars three miles above Los Angeles in a lawn chair "aircraft" The incredible flight of Larry Walters, a 33-year-old Vietnam veteran and North Hollywood truck ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Foul Truth Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 2, 2009

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The games are on every day. Basketball now takes center stage. March Madness and the game it features teaches us kingdom principles that can help us win in the game of life!

“March Madness” Pt. 1 – Foul Truth I. Introduction Welcome to my favorite time of the year. If you don’t know I am a basketball fanatic. After I watch a game live. I go home and watch a game on TV. Unlike football, I will watch any game of college basketball at any time. Therefore, this is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How God Sees Our Community

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 2, 2007

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As a church, the first step in developing a great connection with the community is to give serious thought toward our attitude to the community. Are we its judges, or our we the ones who bring blessing?

Sermon for CATM on September 2, 2007 - “How Does God See our Community?” Luke 13:34 Jesus said: "O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, you who kill the prophets and stone those sent to you, how often I have longed to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By Faith Jepthah... Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Apr 18, 2009

based on 8 ratings

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Part of a series based on the heroes of faith from Hebrews 11. This sermon is expository and alliterated.

Chapter 15 Jephthah Do I need to give more examples? I do not have time to tell you about Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets. — Hebrews 11:32 NCV James Braddock was down on his luck. A once successful amateur-turned-professional boxer, a broken hand and the stock ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:1-39

Denomination: Christian Church

Transfiguration

Contributed by James Powell on Sep 6, 2006

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What transfiguration is.

Mk 9: 1-19 Mr 9:1 And he said unto them, Verily I say unto you, That there be some of them that stand here, which shall not taste of death, till they have seen the kingdom of God come with power. Mr 9:2 And after six days Jesus taketh with him Peter, and James, and John, and leadeth them up into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-19

Denomination: Holiness

Instructions For Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 2, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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When do we run and when do we stand firm and fight, Paul offers some insight to Timothy.

If you had to write to a young pastor giving him instructions for pastoring his church and for keeping his spiritual life intact what would you say to him? What spiritual and theological truths would you try to impart in order that he would be able to do his job effectively. Would your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

True Ownership Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Oct 23, 2006

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We must have an understanding of who owns what when it comes to stewardship. this is the first in a four part series on stewardship

PLAY DVD OF APOLLO 13, CLIP 1. Houston we have a problem, Have you ever noticed how problems shape our lives. While we may pray for a problem free life, the truth of the matter is problems have a way of defining us. John Maxwell said, “Problems are predictors” – you can predict what type of person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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