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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Christ's Powerful Empathizing Example

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 16, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,324 views

    Here are nine ways that Christ exemplified empathy

    Christ’s Powerful Empathizing Example John 11:35 - Jesus Wept Illustration:When my sons were young, one of them stubbed his toe and grimaced with pain. Seeing him trying bravely to bear the agony of those moments, I said, "Son, I’m truly sorry. My toe hurts for you." Lifting his head, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Live With Joy In A Stressed Out World Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 21, 2004
    based on 71 ratings
     | 14,879 views

    Three key phrases taken from this text give us the keys to living with joy in a stress filled world.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 11 Dr. John R. Hamby “How To Live With Joy In a Stressed Out World” Philippians 4:4-9 I don’t know how you felt as you came into the church this morning. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Secret Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 241 ratings
     | 17,965 views

    In marked contrast with the widespread discontent of our world, the Apostle Paul spoke on the subject of contentment in his letter to the church at Philippi.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 12 “The Secret of Contentment” Philippians 4:10-15 “A Russian woman lived with her husband and two children in a very small hut. Her husband’s parents lost ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Secret Of Joyful Giving Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 5, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 14,878 views

    Most of us when we think about joy in connection with money, think about the joy that it will bring when we get it, but the greatest joy of money is when we give it away for a greater purpose.

    Restoring the Joy A Study of the Book of Philippians Sermon # 13 “The Secret of Joyful Giving” Philippians 4:10, 14-19 Today we are going to finish a series that we have been calling “Restoring the Joy.” This ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love In Advent

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 12, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 30,124 views

    This sermon is about God’s love as expressed in the incarnation.

    Love in Advent 1 Corinthians 1:24-25 Sermon for Advent IV - Love in Advent - By Rev. Matthew Parker - December 21, 2003 An unusual survey was done a few years ago, Participants in the survey were asked this question.......what 3 word sentence would you most like to hear or have said ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Worship God Only

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 26, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,660 views

    In the third temptation recorded by Matthew, Jesus was tempted toward idolatry and compromise.

    Worship God Only Matt. 4:10 INTRO.: the third temptation of Jesus recorded by Matthew involved an attempt by Satan to solicit the worship of Jesus. This seems like the most blatant of all temptations. The seduction to idolatry. The one thing God hates most is idolatry. Repeatedly, He affirms ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Have Faith In A Hopeless Situation

    Contributed by Bobby Roger on Jan 30, 2004
    based on 29 ratings
     | 7,269 views

    Some principles to help stregnthen our faith through difficult situations.

    HOW TO HAVE FAITH IN A HOPELESS SITUATION Acts 27:20-44 1. When you can’t see God’s hand, trust His heart. (20-25) 2. Listen to the Word of God. You never know the complete truth about any situation until you hear from Him. (26) 3. Don’t panic and take matters into your own hands. God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Birth Of Our King Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 8,633 views

    When Jesus came into the Word, His birth was not an ordianry birth, but a very unique birth. We will examine what was so special about His birth

    “The Birth of our King” Introduction: I heard of a man reading the story of Jesus’ birth to some day-care children one morning. As usual he stopped to see if they understood. "What do we call the three wise men?" he asked. "The three maggots," replied a bright 5-year-old. "What gift did the Magi ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Temptation = Ease

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 24, 2004
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,016 views

    A sermon for the 1st Sunday in Lent Temptation of Jesus in the wilderness

    1st Sunday in lent Luke 4:1-13 "Temptation = Ease" "And Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, returned from the Jordan, and was led by the Spirit for forty days in the wilderness, tempted by the devil. And he ate nothing in those days; and when they were ended, he was hungry. The devil said to him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Power Of Praise

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Jul 13, 2003
    based on 195 ratings
     | 42,112 views

    Jehoshaphat’s victory shows us how praising God gives us victory in the battles of life.

    It was Easter morning, 1799, and the people of Feldkirch, Austria, were terrified. Indeed, they believed this Easter would probably be the very worst day of their lives. Outside the gates stood the army of Napoleon, and he wanted in. The citizens were ready to raise the white flag of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Quitting Is Not An Option - Part #1

    Contributed by Ric Freeman on Jul 14, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 18,012 views

    Satan can’t win unless we quit

    Why Quiting Is Not An Option - part #1 July 13, 2003 AM Matthew 14:22-26 Mark 4:36-39 This morning I want to deal with the spiritual implications of quiting -- Or giving up in times of difficulty. Tonight I want to look at the everyday realities of what happens when we quit -- But this morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    That's Not A Knife

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jul 17, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,848 views

    Don’t let the stresses and worries of life get you down. Trust in the greater power.

    That’s Not A Knife I remember in one of my college classes reading about an expert testimony concerning time management that was presented to a Senate sub-committee in 1960. These experts said that because of advances in technology, within twenty years or so, people would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Dennis Lawrence avatar

    Out Of Weakness Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,725 views

    It can be so difficult to handle our personal weaknesses, but know that God is using them for His glory.

    Out of Weakness Purpose Driven Life #35 Cornwall/Montreal May 8, 2004 When children come to Jesus they come knowing they are not particularly strong. This is to their advantage, and this is what Jesus knew when He brought them forward to bless them. Matt.19.13-15- Jesus saw something that others ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Restoring The Joy" Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 21,176 views

    Introduction to series "Restoring the Joy" on the book of Philippians.

    Restoring the Joy Study of Philippians Sermon # 1 “Restoring the Joy” Philippians 1:1-11 As I thought and prayed about what I should preach on for the next few weeks, I had to ask myself, “What is that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's All In How You Look At It Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004
    based on 69 ratings
     | 14,532 views

    Attitude that determines whether we have joy in our circumstances.

    Restoring the Joy Sermon # 2 It’s All In How You Look At It Philippians 1:12-20 In today’s message we note that it is attitude that determines whether we have joy in our circumstances. But by attitude we do not mean a foolish ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist