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  • Joshua Hetrick avatar

    I'd Rather Have Jesus Series

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Jul 4, 2009
     | 7,725 views

    Outline of Heb 12

    I’d Rather Have Jesus Hebrews Chapter Twelve Scripture Reading; Heb 12:1-2 Introduction: 1. In Chapter Eleven, Paul showed us through the Old Testament saints, that faithfulness justifies us. 2. Now in Chapter Twelve, he begins by reminding us of these saints and shows us how Christ’ faithfulness ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Root Of Bitterness

    Contributed by Darren Felarise on Mar 15, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 33,535 views

    Bitterness is a root that grows in our lives & seeks to destroy us. However, there is hope.

    Heb 12:14-15 14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord: 15 Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; (KJV) Heb 12:14-16 14 Work at living in peace with ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "Learn To Detect Neglect"

    Contributed by Joe Robbins on Mar 20, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,277 views

    God extends His arms to us each day. But how often do we ignore his overtures?

    "Learn To Detect Neglect" Hebrews 12:15 (all scriptures used are NLT Neglect, according to the dictionary, is "a lack of due care and concern often resulting in an unintended injury to another." A neglected child, longing for the love of a parent, often suffers extreme emotional trauma. Even ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Handling Bitterness Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 25, 2012
     | 6,866 views

    In order avoid becoming bitter in running the race of faith, the author of Hebrews in verses 12–17 gives three exhortations for: 1) Continuance (Hebrews 12:12–13), 2) Diligence (Hebrews 12:14), and for 3) Vigilance (Hebrews 12:15-17).

    During extended times of great physical exertion, like a marathon, an athlete must train themselves to overcome the natural physical obstacles. The first thing that happens to a runner when they start to tire is that their arms drop. The position and motion of the arms are extremely important in ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Anthony Zibolski avatar

    Holiness201

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 4, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,115 views

    We look at part two of holiness series. Being careful not to abuse the Grace of God and not allowing a root of bitterness to grow in our hearts.

    Holiness 201 Hebrews 12:14-24 Introduction- For several weeks, we have been looking at practical applications to God’s Word for our lives. We looked at holiness from 1 Peter. Where Peter tells us Verse (13) “Prepare your minds for action, be self-controlled, set your hopes fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Lalachan Abraham avatar

    Live A Life Of Holiness In A Tainted World Series

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Jun 13, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,578 views

    Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord.

    What holiness means; the word holiness is a noun that means "state or character of being holy." Holy is an adjective that means "belonging to, derived from or associated with a divine power” and also "set apart to the service of God. Holiness must be the goal of every person who is serious ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Root Of Bitterness

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,949 views

    In our text we find a valuable admonition on the subject of bitterness. Surely, each one of us has personally experienced the destructive fruit of a bitter heart. Bitterness is a negative emotion.

    Intro: In our text we find a valuable admonition on the subject of bitterness. Surely, each one of us has personally experienced the destructive fruit of a bitter heart. Bitterness is a negative emotion. There are some lessons we can learn from this verse. I. THE CAUSE OF BITTERNESS A. ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Tortoise And The Hare- Trip Wires To Beware!

    Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 7, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 7,059 views

    In running the race set before us- we must be aware of dangerous trip wires that will keep us from moving forward in our quest for godliness.

    The Tortoise and the Hare While the real text that we’re going to deal with begins in Hebrews 12:12—it is so important to see the context of this chapter. It extends back a few chapters. Hebrews has a double-edged theme. On one hand the author is proclaiming that Christ is so much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get A Grip

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Aug 31, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,297 views

    The Writer of Hebrews tells us to get a new grip on our faith by re-committing ourselves, recognizing the goal, re-energizing our faith, and renewing our relationships.

    Get A Grip Hebrews 12: 12-15 Intro: I have been watching a TV show with my sons here lately. It’s called American Ninja Warrior. Has anybody else watched this? Basically it’s an extremely difficult obstacle course. No American has ever successfully completed the final course. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jonathan Falwell avatar

    A Blockbuster Christmas - A World Full Of Bitterness

    Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Dec 11, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,231 views

    Letting go of bitterness is possible because of Jesus -- because of His gift that He gives to us all, we have the freedom to release the bitterness of our hearts.

    Imagine a World Without Jesus A World Full of Bitterness! Last week, we talked about a world without Jesus. We talked about how if Jesus had never been born, there would be no hope in this world. We looked at the movie “It’s A Wonderful Life” and how that the angel jumped in the water before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Danny Moss avatar

    "Too Little! Too Late!"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Apr 25, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,833 views

    I want to impress upon my hearers the need to respond to God NOW, and not to put it off, if God is dealing with them.

    "TOO LITTLE!!! TOO LATE!!!" Text-Hebrews 12:14-17 "Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord. Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Craig Benner avatar

    Esenciales De Santidad #101

    Contributed by Craig Benner on Sep 7, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,118 views

    ¿Sabes tu lo que signifíca seguir en la santidad? Punto por punto podemos entenderlo mejor.

    ESENCIALES DE SANTIDAD #101 Santidad Interior vs. Exterior Texto central: Hebreos 12:14 1 Ts. 4:6-8 6 y que en este asunto nadie atropelle ni engañe a su hermano; porque el Señor es el que toma venganza en todas estas cosas, como ya os hemos dicho y advertido. 7 Porque Dios no nos ha llamado a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    An Empty Bowl

    Contributed by Jeff Osborne on Oct 16, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,049 views

    Sin will cost you evey thing

    An Empty Bowl Text: Heb 12:14 Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the lord: 15. Looking diligently lest any man fail of the grace of god; lest any root of bitterness springing up trouble you, and thereby many be defiled; 16. Lest there be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Greene avatar

    Holiness: A Culture Or A Lifestyle?

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Jan 14, 2008
    based on 26 ratings
     | 12,444 views

    This message looks at eight characteristics we often find in holiness culture and then contrasts them with the characteristics of an authentic holy life.

    Holiness: A Culture or a Lifestyle? Christianity has an image problem in America today. Many, who are outside the church, are convinced that lifestyle does not line up with beliefs for the average churchgoer. As a result, Christians have acquired a hypocritical image. The perception of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    My Right To Be Happy

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 2, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,271 views

    This sermon deals with the reality, Christians have a right to be obedient, not a right to be happy. The video and audio is available at www.glenvillenewlife.com

    My Right To Be Happy Genesis 22:1-18 Hebrews 12:1-3 Have any of you seen the commercial on tv in which they shout the words, “you want it all, you want it all, and you want it right now.” The words behind those words, are you have a right to be happy, and you’ve got a right to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed