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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The Place Of Prayer And The Open Heart

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 3, 2008
    based on 84 ratings
     | 29,779 views

    Some "musts" for the Christian when it comes to the matter of prayer. 1- We must find God’s place 2- We must listen to God’s Word 3- We must respond to God’s will

    INTRO. - ILL.- Shortly after the US Supreme Court outlawed prayer in public schools, a pupil in class heard her teacher sneeze and said, "God bless you." The teacher said, "Cut that out or we’ll both be in trouble." ILL.- One person said, "Now that there’s no more praying in schools, kids will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Journey In, Journey Out Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
     | 4,859 views

    The primary source of our failure to be externally focused Christians and an inside out church is found in the tension between the development of the inward life the saint and his outward life.

    1. I have been talking about letting God turn us inside out. a. Most of my emphasis over these past few weeks has been about letting God use you, about getting your focus off of “your wants and desires” and paying attention to what God is doing and how He wants to change the world through you. b. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Seeing Past The Labels Series

    Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,147 views

    We tend to think that the whole goal is to “get saved.” But God wasn‟t interested in just saving us a future eternity. Jesus came to start a revolution in the here and now! Jesus came to turn the world right side up and inside out.

    1. Overview and Review a. We have been learning what it means to be turned inside out, both on a personal level and on a church wide level. b. God finds every one of us inside centered, self-focused, self-absorbed, self-interested, and selfish. But that doesn‟t stop Him does it? He found ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Discernment Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,857 views

    The sixth, and final installment in a series examing keys to unlocking powerful prevailing prayers. This message explores the power of discernment in our prayer walks.

    As we enter the final week of our 40 Days of Prayer, there is one more power that I want us to explore. We have looked at desperation, community, confession, calling, and covenant. And today I want us to just briefly scratch the surface, and begin an exploration of the power of discernment. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    How To Keep An Eternal Perspective Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jul 1, 2003
    based on 60 ratings
     | 14,833 views

    Wouldn’t it be wonderful to go through life day by day with an eternal perspective? Have you ever known that kind of person? Their car breaks down and somehow the service man comes to know Christ. Why? They live with an eternal perspective.

    Read: Philippians 1:18-26 Think of a modern example of a person who keeps an eternal perspective. The person who comes to my mind is Jim Elliott. He was famous for saying, he is no fool to give up what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” This flows from the heart of a man who had an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Will ... Have A Closer Relationship With God Series

    Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 21, 2016
     | 8,563 views

    I will statements that we need to embrace in order to have a better relationship with God. Through the use of I will statements we can grow as Christians into more than we imagine

    Last week we talked about starting with a clean slate, forgetting about the shoulda, wouldas , and coudas and focusing on the I wills, I cans, and the I ams. Today I want us to look at one of the most important things that we can do in our lives and that is to have a closer relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Friendships Are Important - Friends Accomplish More - Alone Is Dangerous! Series

    Contributed by John Wright on Feb 13, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,194 views

    Friendship are important when they are with the right people, friends can accomplish more together than they can by their self and often times trying to go through life all alone is dangerous, both physically and spiritually.

    Introduction 1. Open your bibles please to 2 Corinthians 6:14-18. Hold this reference. 2. There are many passages that teach the importance of having friends. They teach that two are better than one in most all situations. 3. We will discuss some of the passages from the bible that will help us ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narrow Escape

    Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 6, 2021
     | 2,366 views

    This is what fear would do in your life, it is more dangerous than Corona virus, the only vaccine for this is the Word of God. Are you listening?

    Close call 1 Samuel 21:10”Then David arose and fled that day from Saul, and went to Achish king of Gath.” Have you had a close call in your life, I mean a big boulder would have fallen on your head if not for the sudden intervention of your friend who saved you from being killed, or a lorry that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Using Legends To Evangelize Across Cultures

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,556 views

    USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES

    USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Every society is proud of its traditions, culture, and historical discoveries. When I first came to Africa it amazed me at what reverence the people gave to the stories of past. Parents told legends about Joseph and his brothers to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Evangelize And Teach

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 39 ratings
     | 10,210 views

    How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism - How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10

    How To Evangelize and Teach People About Evangelism How To Teach Christians to Bring Others to Christ! TEXT - Luke 19:1-10 Learning Objective 1. The students will learn the principles, patterns, and methods for effective evangelism by analyzing how Jesus Christ brought Zacchaeus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Vipers Series

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 17, 2001
    based on 136 ratings
     | 53,101 views

    Warfare Prayers

    THE VIPERS Dr. D. K. Olukoya In Matt. 3, we have the record of a man of God who picked his words carefully and said exactly what he meant. This man, John the Baptist, was the forerunner of our Lord Jesus Christ. Matt 3:7 says, "But when he saw many of the Pharisees and Sadducees come to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Connecting In Prayer Series

    Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 47 ratings
     | 15,970 views

    Every Child of God has gone through a dry period in prayer and some have never really been able to enjoy the success in prayer that the Lord Jesus wants them to experience. This message can enable you to once again "Connect in Prayer" with our Lord Jesus

    Turn Your Bibles to John 15:7 Title: Connecting In Prayer Theme: Five Truths to Success in Prayer Listen as I read John 15: 7, “If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be given you.” Pray!!!! Introduction: Every child of God has gone through a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Everyday Conversations Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 1, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,429 views

    3 of 4 on Friendship with God. We can and must learn to pray to God with everyday conversations. Our model is the Lord’s Prayer

    Every Day Conversations "The moment you wake up each morning, all your wishes and hopes for the day rush at you like wild animals. And the first job each morning consists in shoving it all back; in listening to that other voice, taking that other point of view, letting that other, larger, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fishermen Ought To Fish

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 27, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,133 views

    It is our purpose to make disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ.

    FISHERMEN OUGHT TO FISH Matthew 28:19-20 S: Discipleship Th: Our responsibility to make disciples Pr: It is our purpose to make disciples of the Lord Jesus Christ. ?: Transition 1--How? Transition 2--Where? KW: TS1--Ways TS2--Applications TS1: Since, according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    5 Attitudes Of Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 1, 2005
    based on 104 ratings
     | 45,065 views

    This sermon outlines five principles needed for an effective and active prayer life.

    Our Scripture text for today is found in LUKE 1. While you are turning to it, let me tell you about a young girl who once wrote a missionary, to let him know that she was keeping him in her prayers. She had been told not to request a response to her letter because the missionary was very busy, so ...read more

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