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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Why Jesus Knew That No One Could Ruin God's Plan

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
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    How to find certainty in God’s will for your life

    Terrible discouragement can be avoided if people realize nothing can ruin God’s plan for their life. God told Jeremiah, "I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jer. 29:11) Illustration:J. Dennis Miller, president of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Demonstrate Power As Jesus Did

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,901 views

    1. CONSISTENCY - Jesus practiced what He preached.

    1. CONSISTENCY - Jesus practiced what He preached. He said, Love your enemiesand do good to those who despitefully use you. Jesus forgave His persecutors because He knew that Ahis example would overcome all problems. 2. COURAGE - Jesus showed courage without being arrogant. In the midst of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Measured Success

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,605 views

    Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements.

    Today, many people measure success in terms of their economic, educational or social achievements. Jesus determined that His life was successful when He said to the heavenly Father, "I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do." (John 17:4) True success is never ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Did Jesus Know When To Let The Disciples Assume Their Own Responsibilities?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,625 views

    There comes a time for every parent to let their children grow up and assume their own responsibilities.

    There comes a time for every parent to let their children grow up and assume their own responsibilities. No parent wants to let their children depend on them for the rest of their lives. Neither do parents want their children to leave prematurely and face the cold world on their own. Jesus knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Jesus Managed To Always Come Out A Winner

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,066 views

    Occasionally people wonder how they can possibly make the most of adversity.

    Occasionally people wonder how they can possibly make the most of adversity. Most of us feel like giving up. Consider Jesus Christ who experienced betrayal from one of His closest companions, Judas Iscariot. No doubt Jesus felt angry and tempted to lash back for such improbity. However, Jesus knew ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Great Intercessor Series

    Contributed by Richard Sharp on Apr 1, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,206 views

    The Gospel of John reveals to us candid Portiats of Christ to help Us understand who he is. In this portrait Jesus is Praying just before His betrayal.

    Portraits of Christ : The Great Intercessor John 17 Review of Series Prayer Opening Illustration- Moody’s Barroom Meeting D.L. Moody once entered a tavern in order to ask the bartender if his two little girls might attend his Sunday School. He was told that an atheist club met there every ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    A Special People

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 21 ratings
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    A message of commitment.

    A SPECIAL PEOPLE John 17:1-26 INTRO: Recently, I learned that the USAF does a special thing when a person gets a promotion to general. They attend “charm school.” It is a training designed to acquaint a person with the expectations of a general’s life. Jesus wanted His followers to be special ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Follow The Example Of Christ

    Contributed by Steven Cannon on Jun 19, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
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    Follow Jesus motives for why he did what he did.

    FOLLOW THE EXAMPLE OF CHRIST This month we are going to be studying the example of Jesus Christ. What’s powerful about Jesus life is that he is an example of perfection in every area so there will be no shortage of areas to look at. Motives are always good for us to look at. The question of why ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ian Johnson avatar

    Intimacy With God

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Dec 15, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 21,180 views

    We are called to dwell in the secret place of the most high! To gaze upon his beauty! To nestle into his heart. For our hearts home is in the midst of His heart! In that place of intimacy.

    The soul of man longs for fulfilment. Many, even in the Church try to fill this longing with activities and meetings, with seminars and with works. But the truth is, our soul will not be satisfied until it has come into intimacy with the Living God! This is what our re-born Spirit already knows; ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    The Completed Work Of Christ

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 29, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
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    The completed work of Christ begins with the Savior seeking us and ultimately culminating with our being presented faultless before the throne of God.

    THE COMPLETED WORK OF CHRIST “I have glorified You on the earth by completing the work You gave Me to do.” John 17:4 (HCSB) The completed work of Christ in the life of every believer begins with the Savior seeking us and ultimately culminating with our being presented faultless before the throne ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    In Faith, Unity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 79 ratings
     | 15,973 views

    Several 100 yrs ago, Augustine said "In faith unity. In doubtful things, liberty. In all things love". How can we apply that concept to our mission as a church?

    OPEN: There’s a Methodist minister named J. Gordon Melton who has an interesting hobby. He collects lists of church denominations in the United States... and his research has revealed there are 1517 different recognized denominations in USA. He includes all kinds of groups, including cults such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Amanda Wilson avatar

    Be As One

    Contributed by Amanda Wilson on May 2, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,778 views

    Have you ever wondered what God expects Jesus disciples to be? Do you know what Jesus saw as THE purpose of his mission here on earth? Do you know how Jesus planned keep your faith safe? Be as One is a sermon script based on Jesus prayer from John 17 whic

    When you were a child, did people ask you what you wanted to be when you grew up? And what did you answer? Is what you are now what you planned to be then? And if I asked you what is the primary thing that God wants his children to be what would your answer be? Perhaps loving, good, serving, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Derek Melanson avatar

    Jesus' Prayer For Us Series

    Contributed by Derek Melanson on Apr 20, 2006
    based on 466 ratings
     | 102,690 views

    Jesus intercedes for us. He offers prayer for the protection, sanctification, and unity of his followers and for those who will believe their message.

    “Jesus’ Prayer for Us” John 17 Introduction 1. One of the most encouraging experiences as a Christian is to be prayed for by someone else – and not only prayed for but prayed with. When someone prays for you in your presence, something special happens in your heart: you feel warmed and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brad Bailey avatar

    A Life Of Calling And Completion

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 30, 2004
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,443 views

    Fulfillment in life can be found through focus on Christ and defining His calling for your life.

    Introduction: The elusive experience of completion Throughout my teenage years I had a Golden Retriever dog named Genny… tennis ball was her life focus… and when she retrieved it… retuned… proud… wagging… her calling was complete. Birthday party for her.. a friend brought an entire box of tennis ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Revival Prayer"

    Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 26, 2004
    based on 107 ratings
     | 18,088 views

    A message preached on the eve of Revival Services, to prepare for true Revival. Pray is the key to Revival. What do we need to pray for God to revive in our hearts?

    “Revival Prayer” INTRODUCTION: What is the FORMULA for REVIVAL? Prayer, Prayer, Prayer! It’s OK to pray for REVIVAL for this CHURCH … for a broader ministry … a deeper commitment … closer fellowship. BUT … all these are BY-PRODUCTS of a PERSONAL revival. SOMETIMES … we pray to straighten out ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist