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  • Fred Sigle avatar

    How To Face Tomorrow Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023
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    A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

    A. My older daughter Shonda’s FAVORITE MOVIE growing up was Annie, based on the comic strip Little Orphan Annie. She watched that MOVIE multiple times and is still a big FAN. 1. On her 7th birthday Shonda was given a big Annie doll, Annie watch, and even had an Annie Birthday ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Attitudes For Revival: Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Mar 6, 2023
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    How do we posture ourselves for Revival? This message draws upon the Beatitudes for answers to that question.

    I want to share with you eight keys attitudes for revival. I confess up front that this list is not original with me. I got it from the greatest revivalist who ever lived. He shared these insights at the beginning of his Sermon on the Mount. We often refer to these eight attitudes of heart as the ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Three Big Mistakes In Life

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022
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    People make mistakes because we can’t see ahead.

    Illus: On July 4, 1952, Florence Chadwich, aged 34, waded into the water off Catalina Island and began her 21-mile swim toward California. If she completed her journey, she would be the first woman ever to accomplish this feat. The water was ice cold, and the fog was so heavy, that Florence could ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Wilt Thou Have Me To Do?

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022
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    After his conversion, the Apostle Paul did something every child of God should do after their conversion.

    Look at Acts 9:6, we read, “And he trembling and astonished said, LORD, WHAT WILT THOU HAVE ME TO DO? And the Lord said unto him, Arise, and go into the city, and it shall be told thee what thou must do.” Paul asked WHAT GOD WOULD HAVE HIM TO DO, and the Lord told him, “…Arise, and go into the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tomorrow

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019
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    DON"T PUT IT OFF UNTIL TOMORROW

    Tomorrow (James4:13-17) Intro It is reported that Colonel Rahl, commander of the British troops in Trenton, New Jersey, was playing cards when a courier brought an urgent message stating that General George Washington was crossing the Delaware River. Rahl put the letter in his pocket and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Be Careful When You Plan Ahead! Series

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 3, 2017
     | 9,562 views

    Be Careful When You Plan Ahead – James chapter 4 verses 13-17 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

    SERMON OUTLINE: • Faith in the future is uncertain (vs 13). • Our view of the future is blind (vs 14) • Trusting God with the future is wisdom (vs 15) • Boasting about the future is arrogant (vs 16) • Doing good in the present is required (vs 17) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A man was given the job of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Handling Disappointment Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 25, 2017
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     | 11,430 views

    When people disappoint you, let God be Judge; and when plans disappoint you, let God be King.

    Several years ago, Neil Melly was at the Los Angeles International Airport, attempting to fly to Australia. However, his credit card was denied when he tried to purchase a ticket. Now, a flight from LAX to the other side of the world is no small change; so without a valid credit card, most of us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Lonnie Erwin avatar

    Drawing Near To God Series

    Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Nov 17, 2015
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     | 18,887 views

    James primary reason for writing his book was to bring Christians closer to God. He has illustrated the pitfalls and blessings for the Christian who desire to develop a closer relationship to getting closer to God by avoiding the pitfalls.

    James primary reason for writing his book was to bring Christians closer to God. He has illustrated the pitfalls and blessings for the Christian who desire to develop a closer relationship to getting closer to God by avoiding the pitfalls and our Christian character. Bookstore shelves are full of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Money Focus? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 4, 2016
     | 3,349 views

    What is our attitude towards money?

    Next Friday will be the start of a new year; 2016 years after the birth of the Lord Jesus Christ on earth! About 2000 years ago, this is what life in America looked like…. Show picture… What has changed in 2000 years?? What has not changed in 2000 years?? Since the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 12- "Our Plans Or God's Plans?" Series

    Contributed by Randy Edwards on Mar 27, 2017
     | 8,107 views

    Part 12 of our James series

    Bona Fide A study of James Part 12 “Your plans / or God’s plans?” As we continue in our study of James this morning We come to another spot in the book of James That may cause us to take a step back just a bit We live in a world where we are taught to plan ahead Right? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hubris Or Humility Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 16, 2024
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    There are so many factors that come into play when we make plans, but how often does the Sovereign will of God affect our plan making? In this passage, James challenges us to avoid hubris and embrace humility by submitting to God’s sovereignty in making plans.

    Mistakes along the way? In February of 1995, nearly 30 years ago, the Holy Spirit spoke to me in a clear way that has impacted the course of my life - and yet it has not been without mistakes and missteps. He urged me to go to the church the Danielle grew up at and help out with the youth ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Pase Lo Que Pase Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 13, 2024
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     | 450 views

    Pase lo que pase, los cristianos deben (1) vivir una vida piadosa (2) mantener la unidad con los demás creyentes (3) no temer la persecución de los impíos. El mensaje se centra en lo que prepara a los cristianos para mantenerse firmes y fieles en medio de la persecución.

    El mundo en el que vivimos está lleno de incertidumbre. Un virus microscópico ha alterado el status quo del mundo entero. La agitación, el descontento y el odio estallan repentinamente en las calles.i Está demasiado organizado para haber sido puramente espontáneo. Pero las ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Making Plans Without God Series

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Nov 14, 2024
     | 886 views

    Do you make plans without asking the Lord for guidance

    Help Wanted: Relationship or Religion series Making plans without God James 4:13-17 Good morning everyone, glad that you are with us. Please turn to James chapter 4:13-17 We have been in a study of the book James and a study of the difference between relationship and religion. I hope you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Dasol Kang avatar

    The Balance Between Planning And Trust

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Mar 9, 2025
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     | 158 views

    We are called to plan for our lives with the Lord

    I am a planner – I thrive on making plans and love setting short-term and long-term goals. I always map out plans for tomorrow the night before. It usually looks something like this: Tomorrow, I will do my morning devotions, have breakfast, go to church for office hours, and then go to my lunch ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Living In Light Of Eternity Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 23, 2019
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     | 17,075 views

    Live as if this is the last day of your life.

    Living in Light of Eternity James 4:13-17 Rev. Brian Bill March 23-24, 2019 I read a compelling book several years ago called, “The Christian Atheist: Believing in God but Living as if He Doesn’t Exist.” Here’s how it begins: “Hi, my name is Craig Groeschel, and I’m a Christian Atheist. For as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist