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  • Don Jones avatar

    The Conflict Cure Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 16, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 7,120 views

    The message gives the 5 steps to avoid and diffuse conflict.

    The Conflict Cure James 4:1-10 Introduction This morning we are going to look at conflict in and out of the church. I have discovered a great deal about conflict and would like to share some of the more important points. Lynn Buzzard gives negative advice on "How to turn a disagreement ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marriage Busters Series

    Contributed by Norayr Hajian on Mar 31, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,261 views

    Why is it that the divorce rate in the church is not any better than those outside the church? This message looks at the worldly mindsets that destroy a marriage in or out of the church.

    An Associated Press story printed 10 days ago on Valentine’s Day reported a woman who had just celebrated her 50th anniversary. While that is commendable in itself, what made the story unusual was the fact that all 6 of her older siblings had also been married 50 years or more. Collectively, these ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Do We Have A Covert Faith This Easter? Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 2, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,783 views

    The text we have before us deals with the turmoil facing Peter as Jesus is progressing towards the cross. Peter, who has, just recently promised to never forsake Christ, is now deeply involved with the community of people who are enveloping the situation

    DO WE HAVE A COVERT FAITH THIS EASTER? GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE 2010 Series Part 3 Matthew 26:69-75 PROPOSITION: That our faith in Jesus Christ would be visible to all, not hidden from view. INTRODUCTION: The text we have before us deals with the turmoil facing Peter as Jesus is progressing towards ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Looking Toward Heaven

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Apr 18, 2010
     | 3,690 views

    We are in the middle of a spiritual war that many Christians are unaware of. We need to learn to look toward heaven as Jesus did in Matthew 14.

    Looking toward Heaven Illustration: Current Event Headline: Judge declares NDOP Unconstitutional. US District Judge Barbara Crabb said the holiday violates the “establishment clause” of the First Amendment, which creates a separation of church and state. Comments- have nothing to do ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    "Since When Did Christians Have Rights?

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 30, 2010
    based on 15 ratings
     | 7,266 views

    Would Jesus have hired a lawyer to defend Himself? Would Jesus have put “hot button issue” bumper stickers on the back of His donkey? Would He have gotten in a heated political debate? Jesus is our Savior; who cares about rights?

    Romans 12:14-21 Matthew 5:38-42 By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN We’ve seen this kind of thing a million times. The headline says one word, in thick black letters right across the top of the front page: REVENGE. Someone has hurt someone else, and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Great Invitation

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014
     | 3,255 views

    We have been given a great invitation to extend to th world around us

    The Great Invitation Matthew 28:19-20 September 8, 2013 Morning Service On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first flight of an airplane at Kitty Hawk NC. On their 5th attempt, the plane under the control of Orville, embarked on a 12 second flight. Wilbur rushed to the local ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    "Living Like Our Lord" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 25, 2016
     | 5,982 views

    If we are to live like our Lord, then our lives will be characterized by love.

    In this section of Scripture, the key verse is verse 6. John tells us that as followers of Jesus, we should aspire to live like Him. But what does a Christ-like life look like? John says a Christ-like life is characterized by one primary virtue - Love! This shouldn't surprise us at all, since ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Or False Series

    Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016
     | 7,957 views

    Words of encouragement for the believer to hold firm to the reality of what is to come.

    FALSE TEACHING IN THE CHURCH. Last week we looked at Peter’s very candid words found in the second chapter of this his second letter where he addressed the church in regards to how they are to respond to false teachers in their midst being mindful of the judgment of God that has been and is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Addicted To Love"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 29, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,119 views

    Could Jesus Christ’s blueprint for life become our own?

    Matthew 5:38-48 “Addicted to Love” There once was a father who had to go out of town… …away from his young family for three or four days on business. Worried that his kids would drive his wife mad, he had a word with his oldest son, who was nine at the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Healing Wounded Relationships: Unfulfilled Expectations Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Mar 17, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,959 views

    Can we be healred from unfulfilled expectations?

    Concordia Lutheran Church Lent 4, March 17th, 2010 By His Stripes: Healing Wounded Relationships “Realistic Expectations” † In Jesus Name † May the Peace of God, brought by missionaries to the land Eireland, settling its tribal wars, saving its people, and creating communities of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Evangelism In The Early Church Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 21, 2013
     | 7,672 views

    This is the second message in a series entitled Reimagining Evangelism. This message examines the lessons we can learn from how the early church did evangelism.

    The Book of Acts tells an amazing story, we see the spread of the Gospel message and witness a small group of believers growing into a massive group numbering in the tens of thousands. We witness the message starting in Jerusalem and literally being carried to the ends of the earth. The question ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Resolving Conflict

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,969 views

    People are quick to anger and slow to have forgiveness and resolution. James helps us deal with conflict and not act like the Hatfields and the Mccoys.

    Resolving conflict James chapter 4:1-4:10 Introduction- Turn to James chapter 4:1-4:10 In these verses James addresses two issues- Our issue of selfishness and why we have so many disagreements that explode into conflicts that need resolution. The second thing he addresses is our selfishness ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    What Does God Hate?

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 13, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,640 views

    Raising godly children today is more difficult than ever. We need God's help at every turn. This lesson looks at two passages that point us to some practical wisdom for accomplishing this. My focus is on dads, but moms could use this as well.

    What does God Hate? Text: Proverbs 6:16-19 16 These six things the LORD hates, Yes, seven are an abomination to Him: 17 A proud look, A lying tongue, Hands that shed innocent blood, 18 A heart that devises wicked plans, Feet that are swift in running to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    The King Who Rules Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 29, 2019
     | 4,488 views

    Looking at the splendour and power of the Persian king, the author set the stage for his readers to appreciate the work of the unseen King who rules.

    Last week Michael gave us an overview of the book of Esther. Let’s recap the timeline. Cyrus (559-530) Ezra 1:1 – 1st year of his reign over Babylon, allowed Jews to return Zerubbabel led the first returnees in 538 BC Started rebuilding altar/Temple but halted until 2nd yr Darius (Ezra ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Anger

    Contributed by Michael Fredette on Aug 6, 2019
     | 4,713 views

    So the number one goal of every Christ follower must be producing fruit. But there are things just waiting to derail you, to ruin your fruit .

    So the number one goal of every Christ follower must be producing fruit. But there are things just waiting to derail you, to ruin your fruit . Matthew 3:10"The axe is already laid at the root of the trees; therefore every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist