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  • James Groce avatar

    Prayer - Seven Things We Need To Know

    Contributed by James Groce on Dec 14, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 7,275 views

    These seven things will enhance your prayer life!

    I. First, learn three things about prayer’s functions: Ezekiel 22:30-31 30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none. 31 Therefore have I poured out mine indignation upon them; I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Seven Points Of Serious Prayer Series

    Contributed by James Groce on Dec 18, 2001
    based on 97 ratings
     | 20,507 views

    If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray,

    Ezekiel 22:30-31 I. First, learn three things about prayer’s functions: Ezekiel 22:30-31 30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none. 31 Therefore have I poured out mine ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christ's Principles Of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 7, 2002
    based on 314 ratings
     | 31,001 views

    Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42)Let us remember that we have to obey and trust Christ and His priniciples for evangelism to achieve success.

    Christ’s Principles of Evangelism (Matthew 10:5-42) Quote:It is easy to determine when something is aflame. It ignites other material. Any fire that does not spread will eventually go out. A church without evangelism is a contradiction in terms, just as a fire that does not burn is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Grice's Quality Maxim Series

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Feb 7, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,011 views

    Generally good guidelines to follow in basic Communications, Grice’s Maxims can be used to improve our Evangelism skills and serve the Lord!

    Using Grice’s Maxims for Optimal Evangelism 1 - Grice’s Quality Maxim Though Paul Grice was a philosopher and not a theologian, he had principles that can apply in sharing our Faith with others seeking and curious about Christianity. ’Grice’s Maxims’ were his ideas for effective ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Obstacles To Effective Prayer

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 21, 2005
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     | 7,640 views

    It is recommended that when you buy new tires for your car that you have a wheel alignment. Well, maybe we need to align our prayer life with the word to have effective prayer.

    OBSTACLES TO EFFECTIVE PRAYER By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Matthew. 21:13 - God wants His House called a House of Prayer! INTRODUCTION: WHAT IS PRAYER? I gave paper out to friends and asked them to write PRAYER IS: and then finish that line. Here are some of the answers they ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pray For Healing Series

    Contributed by Ken Sowers on Dec 10, 2003
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,027 views

    Praying for healing - different levels and kinds of healing

    Nov. 2 Pray for Healing Video Clip Matt. 9:18-10:1 Prayer at close but don’t be shocked if God heals you prior to the end. MT 4:23-24 Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Prayer -- Going Beyond Rub A Dub Dub Thanks For The Grub Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 17, 2005
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    Surely prayer has to be more then the trite prayers that we pray before a meal doesnt it?

    Act 4:23-31 Prayer – Going Beyond “Rub a dub dub, thanks for the Grub” Introduction A. God is great God is good let us thank him for our food Amen B. Lord bless this bunch as they munch there lunch C. Rub a dub dub, thanks for the Grub D. (Find some more “cute” prayers) E. Is that all prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Using Legends To Evangelize Across Cultures

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,470 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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    Vital Truths For Effective Soul Winning

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 18, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,806 views

    THIS SERMON HIGHLIGHTS VITAL TRUTHS FOR EFFECTIVE SOUL WINNING AND STRESSES THE IMPORTANCE OF SPIRITUAL EMPOWERMENT IN EVANGELISM

    VITAL TRUTHS FOR EFFECTIVE SOUL WINNING ************************************************ OUTLINE 1. WHEN WE SHARE CHRIST WITH PEOPLE WE MUST RELY ON THE HOLY SPIRIT TO CONVICT THEM OF SIN AND THEIR NEED FOR CHRIST AND REVEAL CHRIST TO THEM. 2. WE MUST BE FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT AND WITNESS ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Do They See Jesus In Me?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 30, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 33,503 views

    A sermon about being the Church of unconditional love.

    "Do they See Christ in Me?" Luke 19:1-10 By Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN graceumcsd.org Let’s ask ourselves this question. Would the most reviled of sinners feel welcome and loved in our churches? Would drug addicts, prostitutes, those who have ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Lesson 2 (Prayer Partners): Helping Others In Prayer

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 13, 2002
    based on 32 ratings
     | 2,519 views

    How we can help others in prayer.

    Prayer Partners Series By Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 2: Helping others in prayer A. INTRODUCTION: EXODUS 17:8-14 “Then came Amalek, and fought with Israel in Rephidim. And Moses said unto Joshua, Choose us out men, and go out, fight with Amalek: tomorrow I will stand on the top of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    The Basic Gospel

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 22, 2001
    based on 61 ratings
     | 2,729 views

    The Basic Gospel Message of Salvation

    The Basic Gospel Message of Salvation We are sinful: “For all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” Romans 3:23, NIV Sin has a penalty: “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” Romans 6:23, NIV The penalty must be paid: “And ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Twelve Prayer Guide Points For Growth

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 2, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,730 views

    Jesus understood that prayer provides the power to enable us to help plant and grow churches as well as individuals and families in grace and knowledge of the Lord. In Luke 10 the Lord gives us guidelines for expanding His kingdom and righteousness in pra

    Twelve Prayer Guide Points for Growth (Luke 10:1-12) Jesus understood that prayer provides the power to enable us to help plant and grow churches as well as individuals and families in grace and knowledge of the Lord. In Luke 10 the Lord gives us guidelines for expanding His kingdom and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing The Way

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 16, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,762 views

    Looking at John the Baptist, as he prepared the way for Jesus Christ.

    Preparing “The Way” Mark 1:1-8 Introduction The title of this message is “Preparing the Way” and if you have your Bibles please go with me to Mark, Chapter 1. If you will recall, last Sunday we discussed Abraham and his willingness to be faithful to God in all things; even when it came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    City-Wide Revival Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 23, 2004
    based on 130 ratings
     | 16,209 views

    It can happen again, and here’s the ingredients to fire our people up again! Outline: The Man, The Message, The Miracles. Powerpoint at website.

    City-Wide Revival Acts 8:1-8 Powerpoint for this and hundreds more free sermons at our website: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html I’m a student of church history…and some of the most fascinating stories you can read are about the occurrences of Great City-wide Revivals! [shake entire city for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist