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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Small Circle Of Friends: Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 15, 2018
     | 4,775 views

    If we are going to accomplish anything in this life it will take the help of our friends.

    A SMALL CIRCLE OF FRIENDS: PART 1 Text: Col. 4:7-11 Introduction 1. "And Someone died for all your friends but even better yet He lives again. And if this song does not make sense to you, I hope His Spirit slips on through, He loves you. He loves you, He loves you" (A Song For A Small Circle ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    'family & Friends'

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 24, 2025
     | 341 views

    'Family and friends' - Romans chapter 16 verses 1-23 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Romans chapter 1 verses 1-27. SERMON OUTLINE: Be welcoming (vs 1-2) Be honouring (vs 3-16&21-24) Be discerning (vs 17-20) SERMON BODY: Quote: You all know the saying, "You can choose your friends, but you are stuck with your family." • Friends are a choice: • You ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    "four Crazy Friends"

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Mar 26, 2022
     | 4,714 views

    This is a sermon from a series on the life of Christ.

    Title: “Four Crazy Friends” Script: Mk. 2:1-13 Type: Expository/series Where: GNBC 3-28-22 Intro: Earlier this week someone saw my sermon title and said: “Four Crazy Friends?” Pastor, I’ve got way more than 4 crazy friends, and those are just in my family! There once were three crazy ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What A Friend We Have In Jesus

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Nov 24, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,993 views

    "I'm the kind of friend you can depend on. I'm always around when I need you." That is the kind of friends that most people have, the one who are always putting themselves first!

    Proverbs 17:17-A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. Two men were out hunting in the northern U.S. Suddenly one yelled and the other looked up to see a grizzly charging them. The first started to frantically put on his tennis shoes and his friend anxiously asked, "What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Maurice Brown avatar

    Jehoshaphat - Good King With A Bad Friend

    Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jun 26, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
     | 23,710 views

    Watch your friends - they may lead you astray!

    Introduction A. Jehoshaphat was one of Judah’s Greatest Kings 1. During his reign a great wave of reform swept the land. 2. He not only sought God himself, but sent the priests among the people to teach them the way of the Lord (II Chr.17). B. Jehoshaphat made three unwise decisions ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Glenn Durham avatar

    When Following Jesus Separates Friends Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 12, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 7,353 views

    God calls us to decide for Jesus, even when doing so divides families and friends.

    Scripture Introduction Two snowflakes drop softly from a dark cloud. The wind twists and twirls these “friends,” so that appear to play “Tag, you’re it!” One bumps the other, then jumps away; the second chases and almost reaches his “opponent.” They bounce up and down, giggling as they swing ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Emil Boniog avatar

    Do You Have A True Friend?

    Contributed by Emil Boniog on Mar 19, 2006
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     | 4,246 views

    Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times.” A friend is a friend at any time. However, there are four situations that really prove who your true friend is.

    INTRODUCTION Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times.” A friend is a friend at any time. However, there are four situations that really prove who your true friend is. 1. WHEN FACED WITH A TASK THAT YOU CANNOT DO ALONE V.9, “Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Travels With Jesus… Bethany – With Grieving Friends Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 19, 2017
     | 6,138 views

    Travels with Jesus…Bethany – with grieving friends - John chapter 11 verses 17-44 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Comfort of Knowing God Cares. (2). The Comfort of Knowing God’s Presence. (3). The Comfort of Knowing God’s Promise. (4). The Comfort of Knowing That God Has a Plan. SERMON BODY: Ill: • Neil Thomas Douglas, is a photographer; • Who was travelling to Galway from Glasgow ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    My Friend Who Saw An Angel

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 4, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,863 views

    Funeral Sermon: On the death of an 85 year-old believer - a lady who passed on after suffering for several weeks.

    Let me begin by expressing my sincere condolences to each member of ____ (deceased’s name) family. ____ (deceased’s family), my prayers are also with you so that God may sustain you during these days. I want to tell you today about two friends. The first is someone whom you know and whom you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steve Ely avatar

    Friends - Pt. 1 - Cheesecake And Character Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 3, 2015
     | 8,272 views

    It is the basis of every level of relationship of meaning. You must have a foundation in friendship. Are you a good friend? What qualities should you look for in a friend?

    Friends Pt. 1 - Cheesecake & Character I. Introduction It is the basis of every level of relationship of meaning. Every relationship of meaning has to have foundation in friendship. In fact, Jesus elevates and highly values friendship. He makes this statement regarding friendship in John 15:12-15, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    How?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 4, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,180 views

    While the other disciples cowered in the boat, Peter jumped ship and headed for Jesus. How would you have handled the situation?

    Matthew 14: 22 – 33 How? Intro: A woman was walking down a city street when she heard a voice in her ear say, “STOP!” – Startled, she did and a brick fell from the roof above and fell right in front of her. She could have been killed. – A few days later, she was again walking on a busy street ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John Harvey avatar

    How?

    Contributed by John Harvey on Oct 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,856 views

    A message on our strategy for growing mature believers.

    September 30, 2007 Shane begins by telling the story of “Baby Jessica” Intro: Every church has basically the same overall mission. Whether they articulate it or not, al Bible believing churches have as their same goal to reach people for Christ and to help them understand how to live out that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Simms avatar

    Andrew: Bringing Others To Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 3, 2003
    based on 80 ratings
     | 16,824 views

    To look at how Andrew brought Peter to Jesus and to encourage the congregation to share Jesus with others

    Sermon August 3, 2003 6 p.m. Andrew: Bringing Others to Jesus John 1:35-42 Primary Purpose: To learn from Andrew the importance of bringing others to Jesus Andrew is the disciple that everyone has heard of and nobody remembers. At least 5 times he is listed as a disciple and three of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Three Words - Come And See

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,304 views

    A short talk given at an all-age baptism service. This talk focuses on the phrase 'Come and See'. Just as Philip encouraged his friend Nathanael to come and see, so we can encourage others to come and see Jesus for themselves.

    Can you remember when you first heard about Coca-Cola? It’s a product that has far outgrown its humble beginnings. In 1886, Dr. John Pemberton first introduced Coca-Cola in Atlanta, Georgia. The pharmacist prepared a caramel-coloured syrup in a three-legged brass kettle in his garden. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Dr. C. David White avatar

    Christmas: Lord, Savior, Judge And Friend

    Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,406 views

    The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas.

    Lord, Savior, Judge and Friend The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas. The pastor of a church in California put a sign in front of his church during the advent season that said, “Jesus is the reason for the season. Merry Christmas.” He received a complaint from a woman in the community ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist