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  • William Rushing avatar

    The Prayer Of David

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,430 views

    David gives us five steps of repentance in his prayer.

    I. Introduction a. David’s Sin with Bathseba b. Nathan’s rebuke of David c. Read the Superscript. d. Five Steps of Repentance II. Step One: Confession (1-4) a. Appeal to God’s Mercy “Loving Kindness” b. David knew his Sins and knew whom his sins were against. c. NO EXCUSES (4) III. Step ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From Guilt To Grace Series

    Contributed by Stan Willet on May 4, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,873 views

    A study of the Freedom from Guilt

    “ HAVE MERCY UPON ME, OH GOD “ PSALM 51: 13 – 19 “ FROM GUILT TO GRACE “ THE TOPIC - of Psalm 51 has been guilt in verses 1 – 12 - Guilt has consumes King David’s life for a whole year - He committed sin against God (neglect duty, adultery, murder) - There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sinfulness Of Man Series

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,344 views

    Questions for application in small group Bible study

    Romans Chapter 1: 18 – 32 The Sinfulness of Man Opening thoughts. (reading) Read Passage. Verse 18 Paul speaks here about the Wrath of God, which we take to mean anger. Is it right to be angry?……. When?……. Describe the last time you got angry? We’re you in control? What was the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Honor God Seeks

    Contributed by Dillon Burroughs on Apr 6, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,293 views

    A look at Luke 9:57-62 at the characteristics God desires of his followers.

    THE HONOR GOD SEEKS Luke 9:57-62 Dillon Burroughs TTU Honor Society 4.02.09 The Honor God Seeks Includes… 1. Desire: “I will follow You wherever You go” (v. 57) 2. Sacrifice: “The foxes have holes and the birds of the air have nests, but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay His head” (v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Danger Of Success Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 10, 2022
     | 1,887 views

    King Uzziah provides a dramatic examples of great success and the poison that success can bring into our lives.

    SUCCESS: King Uzziah sought God and God elevated Uzziah. - 2 Chronicles 26:1-15. - Uzziah seeks God. - vv. 4, 5, 15b. - Types of success mentioned: a. Rebuilding and restoring cities. - vv. 2, 6b. b. War. - vv. 6a, 7, 11-15a. c. Brought tribute. - v. 8. d. Construction. - vv. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Long Wilt Thou Sleep?

    Contributed by David Radcliff on Nov 30, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,241 views

    The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ has been lulled by the world. It has fallen asleep at the wheel. It has become complacent and content. Christians have become lukewarm.

    HOW LONG WILT THOU SLEEP? Proverbs 6:9-11 & Revelation 3:16 Introduction: The Church of the Lord Jesus Christ has been lulled by the world. It has fallen asleep at the wheel. It has become complacent and content. Christians have become lukewarm. I. DROWSY A. Can’t See As Well B. Your Reaction ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Jesus Taught Evangelism To His Disciples

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 114 ratings
     | 11,093 views

    Jesus taught us to do evangelism by ministering to the needs of people - Luke 19:1-10

    Song: God can do a lot with a little. A little is a lot with God! Jesus showed how he can take one little life and use it as a seed to multiply His kingdom and righteousness as a demonstration of His power, love and grace working through the most unlikely people. Statistic: Pollsters report ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Father, Forgive Them

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,358 views

    These words of Jesus confront us as we consider what the implications are for us.

    Introductory Considerations 1. This cross on whom my Saviour died remains a mystery to me. I cling to it because it is the center symbol of my faith. I know my Saviour died for me. I know he took upon Himself all of my sin. I have heard countless sermons about the cross and preached many about it ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Your View Of God

    Contributed by Thomas Showalter on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,305 views

    Do you have a proper view of God?

    Your View of God 4-30-00 A.W. Tozer in his book The Knowledge of the Holy states: “What comes to mind when we think of God is the most important thing about us.” “Left to ourselves we tend immediately to reduce God to manageable terms. We want to get Him where we can use Him, or at least know ...read more

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    Denomination: Friends

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    So Much Work, So Little Help

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Feb 5, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,360 views

    Jesus calls all disciples, those who have accepted Him as Lord and Savior, to Go and tell someone else “the kingdom of God is near you.”

    SO MUCH WORK, SO LITTLE HELP LUKE 10: 1-21 FEBRUARY 3, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Norman Cates shared the humorous story of a guy who prayed this prayer every morning: "Lord, if you want me to witness to someone today, please give me a sign to show me who it is." One day he found himself on a bus when a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Do You Have The Fruit Of Repentance In Your Life?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 17, 2002
    based on 306 ratings
     | 37,799 views

    This sermon identifies 4 of the fruits of repentance and how they should affect our walk with God.

    - Verse 8 of our passage puts before us the command to “bear fruits worthy of repentance.” - The obvious and immediate question that comes to mind is, “What are the fruits of repentance?” Fortunately for us, our passage points us to four of the fruits of repentance. - Repentance, of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Philosophy 101

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,078 views

    We identify some simple but jewels of truth that ministry has taught me.

    PHILOSOPHY 101 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 6: 20 But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth does nor rust will corrupt, and where thieves do not break through nor steal; 21. For where your treasure is, there will be your heart also. Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Bo Dunford avatar

    The God Who Makes Us Again

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 14, 2002
    based on 131 ratings
     | 14,376 views

    God is the potter and we are the clay. Thank God that He doesn’t throw the clay away!

    JER.18:1-6 "THE GOD WHO MAKES US AGAIN" * God is revealed to us in the Bible in many different figures. * Supremely of course, God is the loving Heavenly Father. * He is also Creator of the worlds, * The Lord Of Hosts who leads the armies of Heaven, the King of Kings and Lord of Lords! A) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Abide In My Love

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 17, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,760 views

    Short meditation on "Abide in my love"

    Saxlingham 25-05-03 Short meditation on Abiding in the love of Christ Let us open in prayer Father, I pray that you will anoint my words this morning that they may be words for each of us from you. I ask what I say may be relevant in our Christian lives. We ask ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Mark Winter avatar

    Gone Fishin' Series

    Contributed by Mark Winter on Jan 17, 2003
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,489 views

    God’s love for all people compels us into the deep--not stay in the dock

    It’s the Bible story that everybody knows, right? Even unchurched folks can tell you about Jonah. He was the guy swallowed by the whale. A story immortalized in children’s picture books everywhere. A fantastic, bizarre tale of a reluctant prophet, a huge fish, and a pagan city. Do you remember the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist