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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Give Attention To Your Character

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 1, 2006
    based on 39 ratings
     | 15,650 views

    In this sermon you will consider the importance of developing a Christ honoring character.

    It is necessary at times to give extra attention to components of our lives. Sometimes it may be your weight. Sometimes it may be a health issue. Sometimes it may be an emotional issue. However, one aspect of our lives should receive life time attention. That is our character. What kind of story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Power Of Words

    Contributed by Pablo Catala on Jun 8, 2019
     | 8,470 views

    Think before you speak

    One of the greatest lies of humanity is that words don’t hurt, as kids we were told that when someone would say something hurtful to us we should respond that sticks and stones will break my bones but words will never hurt me. This was a lie then and it still is today, words do hurt, words are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Holy Spirit Manifestation Gifts Of Power

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on Jun 10, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,723 views

    The gifts of the Holy Spirit contribute to the orderliness of God’s design for the Church. As instruments of God, operating in the Body, we must be orderly. Only then can the Body be edified. When the Body is edified, God will be glorified!

    1st Corinthians 12:7 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. 8 To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, 9 to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Merger Series

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Sep 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,506 views

    There should be no separation between speech and life.

    I will send the power point for free, just email me the sermon title in the subject line. James 3:1-12 “The Merger” “There should be no separation between speech and life.” Sunday Morning Sermon 09/09/07 Intro: Icaught.com – “your three words video” – posted on their website – it’s good and some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taming The Tongue Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Sep 26, 2014
     | 5,559 views

    Our Speech, Others Needs, Pride

    LIFE APP – Taming the Tongue James 3:1-12 (p. 848) September 28, 2014 Introduction: “In the ‘Wizard of Oz’ when the scarecrow speaks to Dorothy, she is amazed and asks, “him how he can talk when his brain is made of straw. The Scarecrow replies, “That ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Elmer Towns avatar

    What Do You Want For Your Birthday? Lesson 14 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,151 views

    God honors faithful speech and living.

    1. You take a new look at yourself on your birthday. “I am this day eight-five years old” (Joshua 14:10). a. You look at your past. “Moses . . . sent me . . . to spy out the land” (14:7). b. You survey your present condition. “I am as strong on this day, as . . .” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Grown Up Thinking And Speaking Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 18, 2015
     | 5,394 views

    Unity, Truth, Our Speech, Others

    GROWN UP CHRISTIANS – Grown Up Thinking and Speaking Ephesians 4:11-32 (p. 815) May 31, 2015 Introduction: When my brother in law Kevin was about 6 or 7 years old he was at a restaurant with his mom Nancy and her best friend Tina...as they were eating Kevin looked across the table ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Joel Smith avatar

    Coup De Moi Series

    Contributed by Joel Smith on Jul 13, 2009
     | 3,943 views

    If you want to know if you’ve truly been born again answer the question: "Who is your spiritual daddy?"

    I guess it’s a sign of the times in which we live, but a couple of years ago I saw a billboard on I-85 in Charlotte that said, “Who’s the daddy?” There was a picture of a baby and an ad for a genetic testing lab beneath the picture. It’s sad that young folks are so promiscuous they have to have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taming A Wild Tongue Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,375 views

    The first section of chapter 3 dealing with our speech but in the context of "active" Christian living for others not a totally separate secton

    Speech is the most creative and most destructive force in all of creation. Two little words, "God said" repeated 13 times in Genesis 1-3 and we have our current situation. Our paradise created with us in mind has been stripped away because of our sin and we bear the punishment for it. It is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Wilson avatar

    James: An Introduction And Exposition Of James I Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 26, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 33,855 views

    A in-depth look at James Chapter one encouraging the reader to view the book of James in full context. This entire series is also available as an IBOOK via ITUNES for the nominal cost of $4.95

    Introduction James is my favorite book of the Bible. I have always been drawn to its practical approach and straightforward method of approaching the subject of living one’s faith. James doesn’t spend a lot of time discussing doctrine, though the book is full of doctrinal concepts. Instead, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Exposition Of James 3 Series

    Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 4, 2009
    based on 15 ratings
     | 11,789 views

    This series dwells on viewing the book of James in its full context. This entire series is available as an ebook for the ipad via Itunes or for the Nook via Barnes & Noble’s website for the nominal fee of $4.95. A Conversational commentary

    CHAPTER THREE 3:1-12 Superior Faith Controls the Tongue As chapter three opens, James warns that very of his readers should aspire to the office of teacher because teachers are judged on a higher standard. Of course, by teachers he literally means those who want power within the church. They want ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Tests Of Real Religion Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 28, 2009
    based on 26 ratings
     | 15,516 views

    Receptivity to the Word & responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender in obedience to & constant practice of the Word. For inner spiritual devotion to Christ as Lord will be demonstrated by me

    JAMES 1:26-27 THE TESTS OF REAL RELIGION We have been studying about being receptive to the Word and responsive to its teachings. Receptivity to the Word and responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender to obedience and constant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Slander

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 16, 2010
    based on 54 ratings
     | 10,019 views

    The devil is at his worst when he realizes time is about to run out-he must know the signs of the times, and that Jesus could return at any moment. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

    Slander Nehemiah 6:5-15 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Slander.html The project is almost complete...all that remains in restoring the walls is the placing of the gates. And the devil is at his worst when he realizes time is about to run out. The devil must know the signs of the times, and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    The Desire To Destroy Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 5, 2011
     | 4,802 views

    We need to be very careful when we start to speak evil of another! Our speech will reveal a lot about us.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As we have been embarking on our journey through James, we have seen a lot of stuff that the church was dealing with. • As we have examined the various subjects, it seems clear that over time not a lot has changes. • People will always have things ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Alison Bucklin avatar

    Walking The Talk Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 7, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,875 views

    God calls us to be the kind of people who both act and speak out of love.

    Our missionaries Bev and Jesse Rich were here two weeks ago, on furlough from Uganda. They spoke briefly during the service, and after the service they showed a video of their ministry and answered our questions. It was all fascinating, God is doing some amazing things there, but one of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed