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  • KL BURRUS avatar

    The Friend Of God

    Contributed by Kl Burrus on Oct 5, 2007
    based on 49 ratings
     | 17,042 views

    What does it take to be God’s friend? What was it that Abraham and God had that made theirs such a unique friendship?

    THE FRIEND OF GOD “And the scripture was fulfilled which saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God” (James 2:23). There is within the human personality a need that is universally felt. It is a need that is sought and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Showing Mercy To Your Neighbors

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 46 ratings
     | 7,592 views

    Everyone wants to be a "Good Samaritan" or a good neighbor, but there are 100’s of excuses we use to keep us from doing so. Find out the top five excuses and how to erase them from your life so that you can show real mercy to your neighbors.

    Showing Mercy to Your Neighbor Luke 10:25-37 Modern day Good Samaritan A conservative, republican-voting CEO flew from Boston to Atlanta on business. In a dimly lit corner of the rental car lot, three men assaulted him, took his wallet and laptop and left him bleeding and unconscious. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Honeycomb Connection Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,353 views

    God wants us to develop a strong family atmosphere in our midst. Church is not an entertainment center where we hang out and play games togeter. It’s a place to get connected with one another in deep and meaningful relationships with each other.

    FRIENDSHIP 101: By Pastor Chris Jordan Part #1 – THE HONEYCOMB CONNECTION: We’re going to take a look at the blueprint that God has given us for the church. Because if we’re not doing things the way that God intended us to do things in the Bible, then we are living far below that great, awesome ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Helping People In Need Series

    Contributed by C Jordan on Apr 25, 2006
    based on 16 ratings
     | 32,154 views

    "Share each other’s troubles and problems, and in this way obey the law of Christ." (Galatians 6:2). What does this look like in our daily lives as Christians? We are all called to help people in need!

    FRIENDSHIP 102 – HELPING PEOPLE IN NEED: By Pastor Chris Jordan “Jesus said, "’You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: ’You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Value Of Togethering Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 7,871 views

    This introduction to the WHY series encourages us to connect better with God and with others in His Church.

    Introduction to Why Series The Value of “Togethering” John 13:34 Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 Scripture Reading: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 INTRODUCTION: Next Sunday we will begin a new series of lessons called “Why?” The series address some of the most important questions people tend to ask themselves (or ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christians Aren't Idiots

    Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 4, 2007
     | 2,283 views

    Playing on the archaic meaning of idiot (i.e. disconnected, idiosyncatic) I talk about how we are called in community.

    Title: Christians aren’t idiots Text: Daniel 2:12-19 MP: The intercession of Daniel’s friends brought about God’s intervention. SO: I want to encourage the church to live in community with each other and visit each other. Intro: One of the worst things about the English language is that too often ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Pugh avatar

    A Place To Call Home Series

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,734 views

    2 of 3 dealing with the importance of friendship

    A Place to Belong A Place to Call Home Sunday Sermon / May 15th 2005 Intro: Ways to know your church is unfriendly. 1) The sign out front says – For members only 2) The parking lot has a sign that says – unauthorized vehicles will be towed at owners expense. 3) The church lobby has a sign that ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Made Friends!

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,250 views

    This sermon is dedicated to Rick, Sharon and JP who have impacted many lives including mine and my family as we have gone through good and bad times together. Thank you for sticking by our side and believing in us. You guys will always be a part of us and

    God made friends (Dedicated to real friends Rick, Sharon and JP) A friend is someone who thinks you’re a good egg, even though you’re a little cracked. One who multiplies joys, divides grief. -One who understands our silence. -A friend is the one who comes in when the whole world is gone ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brian Atwood avatar

    Solving Big Problems In My Life Through Teamwork Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 4, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 20,852 views

    Three ways teamwork can help me solve my big problems.

    As we continue our series today on Teamwork, “Together We Make a Difference,” we’re going to look at “Solving Big Problems in My Life Through Teamwork.” A lot of the problems I face in life, especially the bigger ones, often aren’t solvable on my own. Not only do I need God’s help but I also need ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Connecting With Others Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,943 views

    5 of 5 messages from Colossians. This message focuses on the importance of faithful friends.

    Life 101: Connecting with Others The Faithful Friend A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24 Two friends were out hunting. As they were walking through the woods, one of them yelled and the other looked up to see a huge ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Budzinski avatar

    Unity In The Body

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 3, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,508 views

    This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of co

    Introduction · This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. · It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. · Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of committed Believers in any ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ray Scott avatar

    "The Ministry Of Encouragement"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on May 10, 2006
    based on 28 ratings
     | 17,035 views

    "Encouragement" is God’s plan, program, and command. This message utilizes the use of "Encouragement Cards" to fulfill God’s plan for us to encourage others.

    “The Ministry Of Encouragement” INTRODUCTION: “O give me a home, where the buffalo roam, Where the deer and the antelope play; Where seldom is heard, a DISCOURAGING word, And the skies are not cloudy all day.” Can you imagine that? … No DISCOURAGING words! Ever been DISCOURAGED? Not a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Larry Jacobs avatar

    Man's Best Friend: A Friend's Day Message

    Contributed by Larry Jacobs on Jun 30, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 10,909 views

    WHO IS MAN’S BEST FRIEND? It is not a cat! It is not a Dog! Even though my Boston Terrier is truly one of the best friends I have. IT IS THE LORD JESUS.

    MAN’S BEST FRIEND: A Friend’s Day Message PSALM 23 Today is our FRIEND DAY. Some of you are here because one of our member asked you to come and be their friend today. We welcome you and we are so thrilled that you chose to share this time with us. I felt that my message today should ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Flury avatar

    Everybody Needs A Friend

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 3, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 13,120 views

    The wrong kind of friend will lead you into sin. You need the right kind of friend who will be comitted to you, be honest with you and build you up. Everybody needs that kind of friend.

    Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. I am especially indebted to Rick Hine, Pastor of Bedford Baptist for the conceptualization of this message. Please feel free to use this message ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Other Must Come Second Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,280 views

    God first, then must come others.

    Last week, we talked about that as we respond to God’s call to go and change the world that we need to have a relationship with God as our first priority in whatever we do. We first talked about what it looked like. We said that it starts by putting in the time and effort to get to know God. By ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational