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  • Anthony Hebb avatar

    God Disciplines Those He Loves

    Contributed by Anthony Hebb on Feb 24, 2002
    based on 124 ratings
     | 35,517 views

    An expository look at God’s purpose for discipline, of His earthly children.

    Text (Hebrews 12:1-11) Subtext Job 5:17 "Blessed is the man whom God corrects; so do not despise the discipline of the Almighty 1 Corinthians 11:32 But when we are judged, we are disciplined by the Lord so that we will not be condemned along with the world. Revelations ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent Bible

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    Danger!

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002
    based on 37 ratings
     | 5,000 views

    A study on what professing believers ought to pursue and resulting failures if not pursued.

    I. Two Things Professing Believers are to Pursue (diokete = press after, chase after, pursue) A. Pursue Peace 1. The Importance of Peace a. Peace is essential to spiritual progress, to usefulness, and to enjoyment of the presence of Christ. b. Peace is the rhythm of our wills with Jesus’ love-will. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Donald Carpenter avatar

    A Picture Of God At Home

    Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 11, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 1,809 views

    This message deals with the fact that God the Father disciplines those who are true children of God.

    A Picture of God at Home Hebrews 12:5-13 Introduction: Today we will be studying the beautiful picture that God has given us of Himself, our earthly Father. Dads, you should be very aware of the fact that you are the first picture of God that your children will see. This Father’s Day we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Declaring War On Sin

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 3,948 views

    If we desire to know God, we must declare war on sin.

    For the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about seeking God. What it means to pursue God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. And why it’s necessary to do so; why it’s not only desirable and beneficial, but even essential, that we continue striving for God throughout our lives. Last week, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Earls avatar

    Why Is Holiness So Important? Series

    Contributed by Jon Earls on Feb 13, 2003
    based on 335 ratings
     | 32,334 views

    Many today wonder why some people talk about, believe in, and try to live in ’holiness’. This sermon give 3 reasons why Holiness is so important.

    Why is Holiness so Important? Text: Hebrews 12:14 The question is asked today by many people, “why is holiness so important?” Why do we talk about holiness and sanctification and John Wesley all of the time? Many have become disillusioned by all of the talk of John Wesley and have begun ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Greg Nance avatar

    The "A's" Of Endurance

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 8,459 views

    There is an association of the faithful spoken of in Hebrews that provides a cloud of witnesses for us. Chapter 12 provides 5 tools for endurance that all begin with the letter "A."

    Hebrews 12 It was England’s greatest nightmare. The German army was taking over Europe and the British were being bombed regularly as they advanced toward them. Winston Churchill addressed the people with these words: Never, never, never, never, never, never, never give up! This could be our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God's Discipline

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,550 views

    Yes God does still discipline us. This sermon talks about the reason and the result of God’s discipline

    Hebrews 12:7-13 God’s Discipline Introduction 1. This is one of those subjects none of us like. 2. Even the nerds who would tell you they like school, would say they don’t like discipline. 3. When is the last time you heard someone say, oh that discipline I just received felt so good 4. However we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Christopher Roberts avatar

    But I Just Can't Win Series

    Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 21, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,083 views

    God knows the pains of life because as a human God endured those pains. God knows how to comfort and encourage us. The author of Hebrews encourages us as he or she would advise an athlete preparing for a contest so that we might win.

    Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Series: “What To Do” But I Just Can’t Win (See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I Disappointed; But Life is Too Hard; What You Need, God ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Holiness

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Sep 26, 2002
    based on 30 ratings
     | 9,223 views

    Comparison between Old Testament and New Testament Holines.

    “Holiness” Text: Hebrew 12:5-15 Intro: Notice verse 14. The word of God says very clearly that without holiness a man cannot see God. Based on the word of God, I believe the reason that many Christians have not seen God is because they lack holiness, When I say have not seen God, I am not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Race Series

    Contributed by Steve Salmon on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 4,995 views

    This sermon explores the tension between the accomplishments of the faithful and their character and discovers that Jesus fills the gap between righteousness and our character.

    Running The Race Hebrews 12:1-12 SICC 9/22/02 CONFLICT INTRODUCTION The image of chapter 11 is a great one. The saints of old cheering us on so that we finish the race. If life is a race, it is a steeplechase not a track meet. Maybe even an extreme steeplechase. There are moving obstructions we ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Wearing Religious Masks? #2

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 12, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
     | 11,228 views

    Shalom can never be a goal where bitterness thrives.

    Part #2 of two part leson. Wearing Religious Masks? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com As we continue pondering, Wearing religious masks and going to hell, while I sit on a pew --- let me share my heart. SHALOM. PONDER: Why do people wear masks? Several years ago, I had a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Persecution And Trouble Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on May 5, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 7,985 views

    Part 3 of a 3 part series on suffering

    Persecution and trouble Dealing with people will always be a difficult challenge. God has given us the responsibility to become the bridge builders. Human nature causes us to look at each situation from a selfish perspective. We will always feel wronged if we are in the short end of any given ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard White avatar

    How To Avoid A Spiritual Virus Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Jan 9, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,509 views

    sometimes our spirit needs a vaccination

    HOW TO AVOID A SPIRITUAL VIRUS Text: Hebrews 12:14-17 Make every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one misses the grace of God and that no bitter root grows up to cause trouble and defile many. See that no one is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Hays avatar

    "Strength For The Weary"

    Contributed by Mike Hays on May 18, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 17,636 views

    God calls us to strengthen the weary hands and feeble knees of those who are wearied by the cares of life.

    Strength For The Weary Hebrews 12:12-17 Life can be mighty wearisome at times. If we had no relationships in this life, and therefore no other heartache or sorrow to deal with but our own, then there would still be enough pain, sorrow, and struggle to make us weary. Hypothetically we might create ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Downward Trail Of Leadership

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 12, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 3,699 views

    We look at an 11 step process where leadership can accidentally fall prey.

    DOWNWARD TRAIL OF LEADERSHIP? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalms 119:165 Great peace have they which love Thy law; AND NOTHING SHALL OFFEND THEM. Hebrews 12:12 Wherefore lift up the hands which HANG DOWN, and the feeble knees; 13. And make straight paths for your feet, lest ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God