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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Ministered To People According To Their Maturity

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,793 views

    Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish

    1. Jesus knew that new believers needed a different diet of spiritual food and exercise than the more mature. The Lord Jesus knew the wisdom of Heb 5:14 which says, "But solid food is for the mature who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil." Application: Ask the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    It's Time To Grow Up Series

    Contributed by Travis Moore on Oct 23, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 7,657 views

    Introduction to Colossians

    COLOSSIANS #01 - It’s Time To Grow Up - Introduction It’s Time To Grow Up Colossians 1:18, 28; 2:6-7, 10 1. Spiritual Growth begins with Spiritual Birth. A. Through creation each of us is an “offspring” of God · (Acts 17:28-29) For in him we live, and move, and have our being; as certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Qualifications Of Deacons

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004
    based on 174 ratings
     | 19,278 views

    A message concerning the calling and responsibilities of Deacons.

    The Qualifications of a Deacon July 13, 2003 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Sunday AM Intro: “Everything rises and falls on Leadership.” Setting: The Ephesian church had been blessed w/ great leadership. Acts 20 tells us it was founded by Paul who later turned it over to Timothy. During his time in Ephesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Have To Have The Nerve To Ask Series

    Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jun 20, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 8,409 views

    Where we see a problem, God sees potential for a miracle. We just have to have the nerve to ask God to do the impossible.

    “You Have To Have The Nerve To Ask” Text: John 16:23 - And in that day ye shall ask me nothing. Verily, verily, I say unto you, Whatsoever ye shall ask the Father in my name, he will give it you. Intro: Jesus tells us that whatsoever we ask the Father in His name, the Father will give it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    The Truth About Truth - #1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,496 views

    A series of messages based on the 10 Commandments

    “The Truth About Truth” - #1 THE TEN COMMANDMENTS -- OVERVIEW Exodus 20:1-2 * In 1994, in his book Right from Wrong, Josh McDowell, gave us some startling facts (which by the way are probably much worse today). In the last 3 months: 66% of teenagers lied to teachers, parents, and/or some adult. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judgment Is Revealed Series

    Contributed by Bruce Willis on Oct 1, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 4,484 views

    This sermon seeks to encourage an honest look at oneself in light of the judgment you pass on others; for when you criticize negative traits in others you are revealing the things which you dislike in yourself.

    In his introduction to this passage, Greg Herrick relates someone has once joked that the definition of a jury is: “twelve people chosen to decide who has the best lawyer.” And with the current state of law suits in America, it’s no wonder that people are skeptical about truth and justice in our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Real Strength

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jan 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,958 views

    Are you in need of strength today? Let’s look to God’s word to give us the strength we need today and daily to live the victorious life in "Jesus Christ".

    “Our Real Strength"Ephesians 6:10 Real Strength Daily Real Strength is in the Lord Real Strength is in God’s Mighty Power I have found so often in testimony during ministry that those who truly find their inner strength in Christ do so in unnerving weakness. This weakness is seen in illness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Self Control

    Contributed by Clarence Clough on May 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,367 views

    This message address some of the root causes of many personal and societal problems.

    Self Control Text: Prov. 25:28 Intro: It is evident that many personal and societal problems stem from lack of self control. Look at the evidence-lack of control in: addictions anger divorce drug abuse greed illicit sex materialism murder rudeness unwise spending etc, ad ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Filled With The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Jason Grubbs on Mar 2, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,617 views

    The Christian life was not meant to be lived without the filling of the Holy Spirit.

    “Filled With the Spirit” 1 Corinthians 12:13 Ephesians 5:18-21 Introduction: 1. We need to know the difference between the baptism and the filling of the Holy Spirit. 2. 1 Corinthians 12:13, “For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Supremacy Of God

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 11, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,831 views

    Believers can celebrate God’s supremacy

    2 Samuel 7:22 Baptist Distinctives: The Supremacy of God Introduction A. Easter is a wonderful day we celebrate – though not necessarily Scriptural and certainly commercialized – still a great day to celebrate many things. B. The greatest reason we have for celebrating is the Supremacy of God. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Quackenbush avatar

    Be Strong In Grace

    Contributed by David Quackenbush on Mar 15, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,195 views

    An examination of the empowering work of the Grace of God in the life of the Believer

    Introduction: In 2Timothy the Apostle Paul is writing to Timothy his son in the faith. Paul is coming to the end of his “race” and is writing to exhort and encourage Timothy to continue and advance in his ministry. To continue on in the proclamation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ even after ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Trust In The Lord

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 5, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
     | 27,618 views

    A message of encouragement when it comes to trusting in God’s promise(s).

    Trust in the Lord John 14:1-4 Introduction Do you ever feel like your lives are just spinning out of control? Is there ever a feeling that things just keep compounding themselves and they never really let up? This morning, I’d like to take a look at the need for comfort, the promise of comfort, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Strengthened Wth All Might

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 21, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,605 views

    Living a victorious Christian life is a challenge we should readily accept; however there is much to discourage us in this pursuit.

    STRENGTHENED WTH ALL MIGHT “That you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all might, according to His glorious power, for all patience and longsuffering with joy.” Colossians 1:10-11 (NKJV) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fervent Love Series

    Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Nov 24, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,636 views

    Christians should have genuine love for each other.

    1 Peter 1:22-25 Fervent Love Introduction: In verse 13 Peter began to apply the truths learned in v. 1-12. He told us that because of what God has done we should 1) gird up our minds 2) Be sober in our conduct 3) have a hope that does not waver 4) Be Holy in all that we do. Then, last week, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Going Back To Bethel

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Feb 28, 2008
    based on 41 ratings
     | 64,906 views

    Jacob first met God at Luzwhich means "a hard place." After his encounter with God he changed the name of that place to Bethel which means "the House of God." Years later Jacob finds himself returning to the place where he first met God.

    GOING BACK TO BETHEL Genesis 35:1-7 Intro: To fully understand the message this morning it is imperative that I take you back to Genesis 27. Esau in his moment of weakness has sold his birthright to Jacob. Jacob through deception and by the held of his mother has gone to Isaac and received ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational