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  • Bruce Goettsche avatar

    The Blessing Of Friendship Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014
     | 9,575 views

    Everyone needs a friend. What should we look for in a friend?

    There is nothing quite as special as a good friend. A good friend is one with whom you can talk about anything. You know they will listen. They will listen to the whole story rather than make quick judgments. They will make time for you. A true friend transcends times of separation. Several weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What A Friend We Have In Jesus

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 23, 2002
    based on 78 ratings
     | 12,928 views

    This sermon looks how Jesus is our friend even when we are experiencing the storms of life.

    You might remember the phrase from a famous movie a while back, “Life is like a box of chocolates…you never know what you’re going to get.” And if you have lived any number of years here on this earth than you know that that phrase is true…life is anything but predictable. Your circumstances ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    When Following Jesus Separates Friends Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 12, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,367 views

    God calls us to decide for Jesus, even when doing so divides families and friends.

    Scripture Introduction Two snowflakes drop softly from a dark cloud. The wind twists and twirls these “friends,” so that appear to play “Tag, you’re it!” One bumps the other, then jumps away; the second chases and almost reaches his “opponent.” They bounce up and down, giggling as they swing ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    What Does It Mean To Be A Friend Of Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 27, 2021
     | 3,014 views

    This passage mentions multiple times that we are Jesus' friends. What does that mean exactly?

    - “Refrigerator rights.” The idea that you become good enough friends that when you’re at their house you don’t have to ask to get something out of the refrigerator. THE PROOFS OF THE FRIENDSHIP: 1. His proof of friendship is His sacrifice. - John 15:13. 2. Our proof of friendship is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    "A True Friend Builds You Up" Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 20, 2004
    based on 120 ratings
     | 39,261 views

    A true friend will seek to make you a better person.

    "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." - Proverbs 27:17 (NIV) Today, I want us to think together about yet another aspect of true friendship. As our passage tells us, a true friend is one who builds you up. They will try to help you become a better person! how? 1. A true friend ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Won’t You "Friend" Me? Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 18, 2012
    based on 173 ratings
     | 45,495 views

    Facebook friends really aren’t friends, they’re casual acquaintances on the internet. But real friendship is a powerful thing that Jesus not only gave us, but taught us to use for His kingdom. What does Friendship mean to Jesus and to us?

    OPEN: I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling, "Terrible," came the reply over the wire, "my head’s splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are simply driving me crazy." Very sympathetically the caller said, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    You Shall Love

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Oct 23, 2014
    based on 39 ratings
     | 18,297 views

    Make a Friend -- Be A Friend -- Bring A Friend To Christ. Loving your neighbor is at the heart .of making a Friend.You're not living if you're not loving. You Shall Love!

    For Those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture readings Prior to the Message. Today's readings are Deuteronomy 34:1-12; Psalm 90; 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8; Matthew 22:34-46. It has been said .....that love...... may not make the world go around, .....but it sure makes the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Why Can't We Just Be Friends Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 1, 2015
    based on 25 ratings
     | 24,674 views

    The Bible repeatedly warns us to be very careful about the kind of friends we choose. But does that mean we should never make friends of non-Christians?

    OPEN: Some time back in Germany a couple of women were driving down the autobahn when they realized they were low on gas. So they pulled over to a gas station and the driver filled her car up with gas. But then she discovered that she did not have enough money to pay the bill. So she asked her ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Importance Of Healthy Relationships

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 21, 2019
     | 3,691 views

    Our relationships shape who we become. Choose your friends wisely. Your best friend is God, Jesus Christ Who loves us with equivocating love.

    This is a brief message given at an inner-city mission in downtown Toronto, to a mixed group. What is one thing you look for in a new friend? One quality? Honesty, gentleness, kindness, humor? What is one thing you try to be when you are in a friendship? Open, honest, kind, trustworthy? Yes, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Tragedy, Tears And The Cross

    Contributed by Roosevelt Wright on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 139 ratings
     | 16,260 views

    The terrorists attacks on the symbols of American power have not diminished the the power of the cross.

    SCRIPTURE: “God is our refuge and our strength, a very present help in a time of trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth be removed and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Psalm 46:1-2;The Lord of hosts is with us the God of Jacob is our refuge.” Psalm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Restoring Your Household Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jun 3, 2002
    based on 119 ratings
     | 84,217 views

    Biblical insights on family restoration.

    Notice the word "restored" in the following Bible passage: 2 Kings 8 1 - Then Elisha spoke to the woman whose son he had RESTORED to life, saying, "Arise and go, you and your household, and sojourn wherever you can sojourn; for the LORD has called for a famine, and furthermore, it will come upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Goodwin avatar

    Missing In Action (Mia)

    Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 124 ratings
     | 7,565 views

    We can help those who are missing in action and help bring them home by applying three principles from scripture to our lives.

    S-ubject: Apostasy C-entral Theme: Teens who leave Jesus O-bjective: We can help those who are missing in action and help bring them home by applying three principles from scripture to our lives. R-ationale: #1: OBSERVE YOUR ENVIROMENT #2: SEARCH AND RESCUE #3: RESTORE ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Don't Break Your Promise

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 19, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 14,452 views

    You made a vow to the Lord don’t break that promise.

    “Don’t Break Your Promise” Matt: 26: 33 & 69-74 Ø Promise: An undertaking, declaration, and indication that something will or will not be done. It can be either written or verbal. ** When you make a promise you are giving your word on it. When you buy a car or home you sign a Promissory Note, ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Friendship 101

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 18, 2004
    based on 314 ratings
     | 16,505 views

    Things to do in preparation for a Friend Day service. 1- We must pray and believe 2- We must find and bring 3- We must befriend and listen

    INTRO.- Math 101, English 101, Speech 101, History 101, etc.. You name it and it’s out there. But what we are talking about? 101 is a term when referring to an introductory course of some subject or the basic knowledge of some subject. Here is an example of what I would call Atheism 101. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Owens avatar

    The Cure For Conflict Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 87 ratings
     | 43,181 views

    James teaches us not only the cause of conflict, but the cure.

    Introduction: A. Years ago, a large statue of Christ was erected high in the Andes on the border between Argentina and Chile – called “Christ of the Andes.” 1. The statue symbolizes a pledge between the two countries. As long as the statue stands, there will be peace between Chile and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ