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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Some Of Paul's Principles Of Good Communication

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 49 ratings
     | 7,062 views

    How Paul used wise principles of communication to inspire, instruct and persuade people with love

    A Few of Paul’s Principles of Communication Acts 26:1-25 Quote:I know you believe you understand what you think I said, but I’m not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant. Source Unknown 1. Paul practiced wise diplomacy in the way he dealt with King Agrippa to enhance the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Wisely Use Your Rights As Paul Did

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 2,669 views

    Learning to utilize and assert your rights in a godly manner

    How To Wisely Use Your Rights as Paul Did (Acts 16:35-40) Illustration:Early in my career as a doctor I went to see a patient who was coming out of anesthesia. Far off church chimes sounded. "I must be in heaven," the woman murmured. Then she saw me. "No, I can’t be," she said. "There’s Dr. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Making The Connection

    Contributed by Jason Frazier on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 134 ratings
     | 18,154 views

    The woman with the issue of blood connects with the power of Jesus to heal her body.

    TEXT: Luke 8:42b-48 “Making the Connection” As Jesus was going to Jairus’ house to heal his little girl, along came an interruption. Jesus was on his way to see this little girl, and the crowds almost crushed him. A great crowd had assembled & they were anticipating miracles. Everyone was ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Reflections Of A Father: Part 2

    Contributed by Jason Frazier on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,545 views

    These are reflections of being a new dad and how they correlate with our relationship with the Heavenly Father

    TEXT: Psalm 23 “Reflections of a Father” – Part 2 A number of years ago, a book was released on the subject of the 23rd Psalm. This book was written from the perspective of a Shepherd. It provided many unique insights on the special relationship between sheep & their shepherd. The author made an ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Overseeing The Church Of God Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 31 ratings
     | 4,275 views

    SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER

    QUALIFICATIONS FOR ELDERS -- ABOVE REPROACH BIG IDEA: SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP (OVERSEEING THE CHURCH OF GOD) REQUIRES MEN OF PROVEN CHARACTER I. (:1) CHURCH OVERSIGHT IS A GOOD WORK TO PURSUE A. Introduction: Importance of the subject Another "trustworthy statement " something that can be relied ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Angels At Christmas

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2003
    based on 31 ratings
     | 3,551 views

    What is the main purpose of angels? "Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation" (Heb. 1:14).

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. Messengers for God. (The word angel means messenger). What is the main purpose of angels? "Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation" (Heb. 1:14). 2. There are several appearances of angels surrounding the birth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The Current Crisis(Iraq, N. Korea, Etc.)"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 98 ratings
     | 5,715 views

    This sermon tries to present what the author be-lieves God would say to us concerning the current crisis with Iraq, N. Korea, etc.

    The Current Crisis(Iraq, N. Korea, etc.) Is There Any Word From The Lord? Text: 2nd Kings 1:1-17 Introduction- We are truly living in one of the most crucial hours of American history. Ominous clouds of fear and doom seem to be gathering over our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judgement Day

    Contributed by Ernest Parker on Mar 18, 2002
    based on 254 ratings
     | 32,260 views

    This is a salvation message based upon the great white throne of judgement.

    Judgment Day Revelation 20:11-15 INTRODUCTION Judgment. Our world today is fascinated by judgment. Judgment is even considered to be entertainment. We have numerous T.V. court shows, sitcoms about judges and judgment, court T.V., and movies galore that feed off of the theme or subject of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Check Your Vital Signs

    Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Apr 28, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,842 views

    This message is designed to assist Christians in assessing our spiritual health, while challenging the seeker to become spiritually healthy as well.

    (Elab) = Elaborate (Trans) = Transition * = Strong Emphasis Romans 6:11-14 (NKJV) 11 Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord. 12 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body, that you should obey it in its lusts. 13 And do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Meek But Not Weak

    Contributed by Keith Shuler on Nov 5, 2002
    based on 93 ratings
     | 4,465 views

    Meekness:a reluctance to assert oneself. It means to be tamed. It means to plow a field.

    Meek But Not Weak Matthew 5:4 Its been said that God is more concerned about our character than he is our comfort. And I have found that God knows how to engineer circumstances so that He can develop our inner man. He is after conformity. He desires that the citizens of the kingdom reflect his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Does Not Demand Its Own Way

    Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 6, 2002
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,210 views

    “Love is very patient and kind, never jealous or envious, never boastful or proud, never haughty or selfish or rude. Love does not demand its own way” 1 Cor. 13:4-5.

    Theme: Love does not demand its own way Text: 1 Cor. 13:4-7 True love does not demand its own way. This love does not seek to gain but to give. It is a love that is concerned about meeting the need of the other person. This love is only possible when God is in control of your lives. It is this ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Third Commandment Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 7,062 views

    The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

    A. INTRODUCTION THIRD COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not take the name of the Lord thy God in vain; for the Lord will not hold him guiltless that taketh His name in vain” (Exodus 20:7). 1. Not for salvation. Could a person be saved if they kept the third commandment, if they never once cursed, or never ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overcoming Christ

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,364 views

    Taken from the Song of Solomon, we find that Christ desires to be overcome by our love for Him.

    “Overcoming Christ” Song of Solomon 6:4-13 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – S of S 6:4-13 – Emphasize 6:5a B. Incredible as it may seem, we have the ability to overcome Christ! C. In this particular passage of Scripture, we find an intimate description of the church as given by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steven Cook avatar

    No Hope, False Hope, True Hope

    Contributed by Steven Cook on Jan 5, 2003
    based on 71 ratings
     | 107,563 views

    There are those today without hope, while others have false hope. Is there a True Hope that we can depend on?

    “No Hope; False Hope; True Hope” Titus 2:13 by Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Although Faith & Hope are closely linked together, but they should be clearly distinguished. B. Faith has work to perform today; Hope cheers faith along the way and points to rewards of service. C. Faith comes ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Jesus Is In The House

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 29, 2002
    based on 110 ratings
     | 12,510 views

    A lot happens when Jesus is in the house.

    April 25, 1999 “Healing words” or “How do you know when Jesus is in the house?” Mark 2:1-12 1. When Jesus is in the house, people come to fill the house (Mark 2:2a) - a full house does not necessarily mean that Jesus is there - people are drawn to excitement, action; they want to be where ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist