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  • Greg Addison avatar

    The Priority Of A Quiet Time Series

    Contributed by Greg Addison on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 14,101 views

    In order the be strong in the Lord, you must spend time alone with God. See the impact of a quiet time and some tips on developing a quality quiet time.

    INTRODUCTION Today we will study another of our favorite heroes of the Old Testament. One of the things that is true of every virtually hero story is that he or she has a secret hideout or lair to which they retreat. It is the place where they prepare, recover, train, etc. Think of Batman’s cave, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Lords Prayer

    Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 30 ratings
     | 16,150 views

    The directions given by the Lord Jesus about how we are to pray. Looking at the format of Jesus prayer and seeing how we can use it to more effectively pray to the Father.

    The Lord’s Prayer What follows is most often called the Lord’s Prayer although in some circles of Christianity it may be known as The Our Father. Luke 11:2 He said to them, "When you pray, say: " `Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come. (3) Give us each day our daily bread. (4) Forgive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    We Are A Team With Jesus As Our Leader

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,126 views

    how we need to let God lead us to rach out and touch people with the Gospel.

    WAYS TO HELP YOUR NEW PASTOR by Carroll R. Gunkel 1. Recognize that he will be different from the former pastor and in that, difference there will be new ideas. 2. Remember that your pastor feels called of God to a high and holy task; he is a man of dedication. 3. Be honest with your new ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Lost People Matter To God

    Contributed by David Davis on Jul 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,723 views

    This sermon is about God’s passion and plan to see lost people saved.

    Lost People Matter to God Luke 15:1-10 Introduction: Lost people matter to God, and they should matter to us. God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son. God gave His best to redeem an eternally lost world. We should give our best to share Christ with those who are lost in sin. Why ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Peter's Sermon After The Beggar Is Healed

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,518 views

    Peter and John give us a model for Christian acts of service and proclamation. Also, Peter’s sermon focuses on Good News now and for the future.

    Background: Two of Jesus’ disciples – Peter and John – are on their way to the temple for prayer (Acts 3:1). In other words even though they were the first Christians – believing and trusting in Jesus as Messiah, and having witnessed Jesus’ death and resurrection – they had not turned their backs ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How To Be A Church That Doesn't Suck Series

    Contributed by W F on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,911 views

    Some churches and some Christians can be like a vortex sucking the life out of their community. Here’s how you can be a church that doesn’t suck.

    The most powerful influence doesn’t have anything to do with what we have; but it has everything to do with who we are. That’s why Jesus started his Sermon on the Mount by teaching us about the kind of people we ought to be. Next, Jesus builds on that idea and goes on to teach about what we must do ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Secrets To Prayer

    Contributed by Christopher Martin on Jul 23, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,568 views

    A sermon on prayer originally preached August 8 & 9, 1998 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Garner, Iowa. Some material from Rev. Clyde Kieschnick.

    Pentecost 9C/Proper 12 Luke 11:1-13 “The Secret(s) to Prayer” Assistance from: Rev. Clyde Kieschnick It never fails-you see someone doing something you’d like to be able to do-or something you’d like to be able to do better on your own. So you ask what the secret to their success is. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Mission Before Us

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,223 views

    Examines the importance of prayer & putting on the armor of God; of evangelism.

    THE MISSION BEFORE US At last count there were in the neighborhood of 40 churches and ministries actively working in the Deltona area. There are today, nearly 80,000 people living in Deltona alone, not to mention the surrounding unincorporated areas. If every one of those churches and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Could You Not Tarry One Hour?

    Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007
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     | 5,446 views

    A guide to praying for an hour using the Lord’s Prayer.

    PRAYER GUIDE COULD YOU NOT TARRY ONE HOUR? Matthew 6:9-13 9 After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. 10 Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Priorities In Prayer

    Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 28, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,431 views

    What are your priorities. Are they reading the paper before prayer - Prayer should always before Paper

    Priorities in Prayer Psalm 5:1-3 Bro Rodney Fry FBC Lead Hill 7/29/2007 Introduction: The Psalmist Sorts out His Priorities He decides God will have the best hours of the day He Offers God the mornings of his life Spurgeon Spoke on the Importance of starting the Day with God “An hour in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Beyond Asking Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 30, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,983 views

    In Jesus’ teaching on prayer, we learn that "prayer is not asking for what we think we need but asking to be changed in ways we can’t imagine."

    Luke 11:1-13 “Beyond Asking” INTRODUCTION Where did you learn how to pray? Our parents may have taught us bedtime prayers, or said grace before meals. We’ve heard about prayer in Sunday school and sermons. Prayer has been demonstrated in worship services. We may have even taken a class on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The "Be"-Attitudes Of Prayer

    Contributed by David Brockhouse on Aug 3, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,369 views

    From our earliest memories of kneeling by the bed to recite, "Now I lay me down to sleep..." pray has played an important role in our lives. If you’ve forgotten the "who, what, when, where, why and how" of praying, here are some helpful "Be-Attitudes" tha

    From our earliest memories of kneeling by the bed and saying, “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take. If I should live another day, I pray the Lord will guide my way,” followed by the customary “God bless” list: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Prayer Is 4 Things ...

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,347 views

    Understanding The Lord’s Prayer in 4 Parts

    The 4 Parts of Prayer Luke 11:1-4 Introduction We have been studying for a while now about the book of Revelation, and this morning I thought it would be important to take a small break and focus on prayer. As many Christians can testify too, prayer is extremely important. It is the vehicle we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Can't Hear You!

    Contributed by Ron Hicks on Aug 4, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,450 views

    Since the majority of the church spends so little time in intercessory prayer, it is essential that not only the quantity of our prayers increase, but also the quality.

    I CAN’T HEAR YOU! Have you ever been ugly to someone and when you try to talk to them or ask them for something, they say, “I can’t hear you!” The key to answered prayer lies within your relationship with God. James 5:15-17 15 And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Fishers Of Man

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,208 views

    Are you willing to be a fisher of man?

    Title: Fishers of Man Text: Luke 5:1-11 Introduction Three ways of fishing: i. Line and hook ii. Throw net cast from shallow waters iii. Dragnet strung between two boats in deep waters Peter, James and John were using the second method. 1. The Challenge (Luke 5:4) Just as Jesus gave Peter the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal