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How To Balance The Active And Passive Responsibilities Of A Christian

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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What are the best ways to appropriate the fact that God’s love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit’s renewing, guiding and illuminating love? Too many people take for granted the ministry of the Holy Spirit. Some people are scared of

1. What are the best ways to appropriate the fact that God’s love has been poured out in our hearts through the Holy Spirit’s renewing, guiding and illuminating love? D.L. Moody said, "Everytime I get up to preach I ask God to light me on fire with the Holy Spirit. People always come out to watch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5-12, Romans 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can You Tell If Someone Has Faulty Theology?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Some people in positions of authority are disturbed when the truth challenges their views. The High Priests in the first century were entitled to great power, influence and privilege. During the Roman occupation of Palestine, one could become a High Pries

Some people in positions of authority are disturbed when the truth challenges their views. The High Priests in the first century were entitled to great power, influence and privilege. During the Roman occupation of Palestine, one could become a High Priest through bribery or political intrigue ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Philip's Qualities As An Effective Teacher

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Philip learned how to submit himself to the teaching of God before trying to make others understand his viewpoint. Too many teachers forget how important it is to listen to the Lord. Philip listened to the angel of God say to him, "Arise and go toward the

Illustration:William A. Ward has said, "The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. Progress Magazine, December 23, 1992. Illustration: An item in "The Report Card" told of a study done in Colorado in which 3000 high ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Intimacy With God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Why are so many people unable to obtain intimacy with God the way Paul did? Intimacy with God means that one has such a tight relationship that your thoughts are closely related with His all of His attributes

Illustration:Consider the postage stamp: Its usefulness consists in the ability to stick to one thing till it gets there. Josh Billings. 1. Why are so many people unable to obtain intimacy with God the way Paul did? Intimacy with God means that one has such a tight relationship that your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Qualifications For An Innovator

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Today we hear a lot about innovators who start up their own dot-com business. Many innovators are not afraid to fail because they believe in the importance of change. An innovator is a person who does not mind introducing a new way of doing things to othe

Illustration:Perhaps you may remember Hank Luisetti, the great basketball player of a few decades back. When Hank came along, virtually every basketball coach in the country insisted that his players shoot with two hands. Instead of two hands, Hank used a jerky, funny-looking, one-handed jump shot. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Competence Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 16, 2004

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Week two in a four week series on the essentials for conquerors.

08, February 2004 Dakota Community Church The Essentials The Essential Characteristics of Conquerors WEEK TWO: COMPETENCE Introduction: None of us wants to be incompetent. We all want to succeed. In looking at the different conquerors we have studied over the last weeks one thing becomes evident – ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-6, Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Mennonite

The Fool And The Wise

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 30, 2004

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In this sermon I basically dissect many Proverbs on the difference between what Solomon describes as Wisdom and Foolishness.

October 3, 2004 Proverbs of Wisdom and Foolishness Put yourself in Solomon’s shoes some three thousand years ago. The LORD appeared to Solomon during the night in a dream, and God said, “Ask for whatever you want me to give you.” (1 Ki 3:5) This was no Monte Hall’s Let’s Make a Deal - having ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: Lutheran

Word Of Wisdom From Prov. 6

Contributed by David Seeley on Oct 14, 2004

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Words of wisdom from the book of Proverbs. Living by the principles found in Proverbs will prevent a lot of trouble.

Words of Wisdom from Proverbs 6 Text: Proverbs 6:1-23 Solomon is giving words of wisdom to his son here in this passage. He gives practical advise and wise warning concerning several important areas in a young person’s life. 1. He warns against becoming surety for another person’s debts. Do not ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

Learning To See Good In Difficulties

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 14, 2003

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Even though many disciples relished the privilege to preach in the name of Jesus, persecution caused many to quit. They thrived on the sense of power as they spoke with the enabling of the Holy Spirit, but disliked the opposition they encountered.

Taking the Pleasant With the Unpleasant (Acts 14:1-8) 1. Why do you think some people grow tired of their jobs? Every job has its so called good and bad points. Yet, some aspects of service are not always considered as important as less enjoyable aspects. Even though many disciples relished the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problems With Carnal Christians

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 14, 2003

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Encourage people to not be argumentative through your own fine example. Paul writes, "Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in step with the Spirit. Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying each other.

What are some of the best ways to relate to carnal Christians? 1. Let everyone know the advantages of being controlled by the Spirit versus the disadvantages of living according to one’s fleshly desires. Paul writes, "The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:25-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Clarify Your Values

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 20, 2003

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Solomon wrote his son some valuable advice once regarding his decisions for the future when he said, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not rely on your own insights. IN all your ways acknowledge Him and He will direct your paths." (Prov. 3:5,6

A GUIDE TO Resolving Conflicts for the Propagation of the Gospel Introduction - Conflicts of values perhaps do more to stymie the progressive of cross-cultural communications more than any other thing, but why? The thwarting of the gospel’s communication is often misunderstood as a challenge to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Sound Judgment

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003

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For this reason Paul cautions the Christians in Rome about the temptation to think too highly of themselves at the expense of mutual consideration. Let us examine some of the reasons why we should use sound judgment in accordance with the faith to conside

Why Should We Use Sound Judgment to Consider Our Place in the Body of Christ? – Rom. 12:3 As Americans we can be very competitive and outspoken about our success. One enduring characteristics about Americans is our freedom to speak our mind as given to us by the first amendment. We love our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Vow Or Not To Vow

Contributed by Nathan Began on Jun 11, 2005

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There have been many vows made throughout the Bible. Some have been good, and some haven’t been so good. Some vows were kept some vows were broken. A vow is a promise we make to God and failure to keep that vow will result in disfavor… toward us… from Go

TO VOW OR NOT TO VOW? There have been many vows made throughout the Bible. Some have been good, and some haven’t been so good. Some vows were kept some vows were broken. The Dictionary of Biblical Languages with Semantic Domains defines vow; a binding promise made to deity, often with conditions ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:29-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Redeeming The Time

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2004

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The main ingredient for redeeming the time (or as Paul said, being wise, not fools) is wisdom. This sermon is a challenge and encouragment to receive wisdom from God.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC January 4, 2004 September 10th, 1945 finds a strapping (but tender) five and a half month old Wyandotte rooster pecking through the dust of Fruita, Colorado. The unsuspecting bird had never looked so delicious as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Proverbs 9:10

Denomination: United Methodist

Look For The Greatest Treasure

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 11, 2005

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“Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant looking for fine pearls. When he found one of great value he went away and sold everything he had and bought it” Matthew 13:45-46.

Theme: Look for the greatest treasure Text: 1 Kings 3:5-12; Rom. 8:28-30; Matt. 13:44-52 Jesus often taught using parables. A parable is simply a story about familiar and material things that is used to reveal eternal and spiritual truths. Jesus Christ, the best teacher the world has ever known, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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