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  • douglas dudley avatar

    The Promises Of Life In Christ Jesus Series

    Contributed by Douglas Dudley on Apr 25, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,999 views

    Paul tells young Timothy that they are both living the promise of life in Christ Jesus. Are we living that promise also?

    The Promise of Life in Christ Jesus Text: 2nd Timothy, Chapter 1 Today I want to look at Paul’s second letter to Timothy. We should realize, as we read this letter, that it is the last recorded word of the apostle Paul. Tradition tells us that shortly after this letter was written, Paul was ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Obstacles To A Life Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 29, 2005
    based on 58 ratings
     | 16,437 views

    In launching this series on prayer, this message was meant to examine some of the things that keep us from pursuing prayer as a lifestyle. Part 1 in series, "Learning to Pray."

    Learning to Pray Obstacles to a Life of Prayer January 23, 2005 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers Video clip of Ben Stiller saying grace in "Meet the Parents." Do you ever feel like that clip pretty much sums up your prayer life? Now think about the difference between that prayer --an ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Modeling Integrity

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 11, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,280 views

    It defines integrity and then uses Samuel verses the sons of Eli as examples of what integrity is and isn’t.

    Modeling Integrity TEXT:1Samuel 7:2-13 Sunday, October 27, 2002 I have been here one year and two-thirds. That’s hard to believe. One of the hard decisions we made when we first came was to decide how to live. We knew the two options were to rent or to buy, so we thought we’d get to know the area ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus Knew His Identity Yet Served With Humility Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,269 views

    Part 4 of the Lenten series on Jesus with this one focusing on Jesus’ humility and sense of self.

    Jesus Knew His Identity, Yet Served with Humility TEXT: John 13: 1-9, 12-17 Sunday, March 10, 2002 We do serve an awesome, wonderful and great God. However, when I experience me, Richard Pfeil, I find that I am not all that great. I know that might be surprising, but.......Unlike God, I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Miriam: The Face Of A Leader Series

    Contributed by Peter Amerman on May 25, 2005
    based on 90 ratings
     | 37,215 views

    Miriam, the sister of Moses, was a brilliant woman, and a leader- but, her leadership led to her rebellion. She was taught a lesson by the Lord, and restored. We should lead by listening both to the Lord, and the leaders that He has raised up.

    Miriam: The Face of a Leader Pastor Pete Amerman- Sr. Pastor, Hillside LBC, Succasunna May 15, 2005 Micah 6:4-“I brought you up out of Egypt and redeemed you from the land of slavery. I sent Moses to lead you, also Aaron and Miriam.” Continuing our series on Unknown Faces from the Bible, remember ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Making It Pretty Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 30, 2005
    based on 21 ratings
     | 4,706 views

    Paul tells Titus to making the Gospel attractive, but how is that done?

    17- Make it Pretty- Titus Ugly bunch don’t you think? This week’s edition of people magazine included pictures of the world’s 50 most beautiful people, as selected by their readers. The group you saw were the photos that were posted online at People’s homepage. All fairly attractive people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    God Must Be Crazy Series

    Contributed by Paul Cull on Jun 12, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 8,927 views

    The unbroken love of God despite all that we do to break his heart

    God must be crazy! Part 2 of a series of 3) Hosea 11:1-9 I am sure that that you all have something in your life with which you have a love-hate relationship. I am told that Ainsley Harriott has a love hate relationship with his oven. For many of us it is computers. (PAUSE) We are amazed at ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Forever Living In A Whatever World

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,938 views

    Living a life that contrasts with the cynicism and darkness of the surrounding culture.

    Forever Living in a Whatever World Philippians 1:27-28; 2:12-16; 3:20-21; 4:11-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Whatever! That’s one of those little “young people’s” words that exists for one purpose and one purpose only—to drive ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Reviving The Soul

    Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 15, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,038 views

    David shares 5 ways to revive your soul in Psalm 19.

    Reviving the Soul Psalm 19 (NIV) 1The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. 2Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. 3There is no speech or language where their voice is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Prodigal Who Stayed Home

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 12,192 views

    How do you know if you are inching away from a relationship with God? The story of the Prodigal Son features two sons - this is the one who don’t often hear about. Yet he usually bears the closest resemblance to those in the church.

    The Prodigal Who Stayed Home Luke 15:1, 2, and 25-32 "Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the Pharisees and teachers of religious law complain that he was associating with such despicable people - even eating with them!" These two verses from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Can A Christian Have Demons? Series

    Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Aug 20, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,455 views

    The question everyone asks is “Can a Christian have demons within their body and soul or influencing them?”  I saw many people influenced by demons in local churches. I’m not speaking of demonic possessions here, that is another subject. When a person com

    CAN A CHRISTIAN HAVE DEMONS? The question everyone asks is “Can a Christian have demons within their body and soul or influencing them?”  The answer is absolutely YES, but most Christians cannot comprehend that and think this is heresy.  At the Bible School we learn that a Christian cannot have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thermometer Or Thermostat (Align Your Thoughts With Christ) Series

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Aug 21, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    In your relationships are you a conformer or a transformer, Align your thoughts with Christ and he’ll begin to align your relationships with His will!

    Thermometer or Thermostat (Align Your Thoughts with Christ) Ephesians 6:10-18 Introduction: This is week six in our series “Eight Essential Exercises for Building a Better Body.” We’re continuing to explore the need to build healthy, God-honoring relationships because all of life is lived out ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Where Do We Go From Here?

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 22, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 54,435 views

    The life of Moses gives clear examples of how to move forward under God’s guidance.

    August 24, 2003 Morning Worship Text: Exodus 33:12-23 Subject: God’s Presence Title: Where Do We Go From Here There is an old saying that says those who don’t know where they are going are sure to get there. There is a great amount of truth in that statement. As believers especially, there must ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    You Were Formed To Be Part Of God's Family Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 23, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 7,001 views

    Diversity divides the human family, but understanding unites us. However, finally the fragmented family can be fixed only by faith. Part of a series to support the study of Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life.

    A few years ago I began to pay attention to the tradition of family reunions in African-American families. I think it may have been when I learned that the Faulkners were driving to Massachusetts to meet other Faulkners. Or maybe it was when I found out that the Hairstons rent an entire hotel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Spirit Filled Church

    Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Sep 1, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 31,202 views

    The NT Church was filled with the Holy Spirit and had evidence to prove it. Do we have eveidence of the Holy Spirit in our churches today?

    Are We A Spirit Filled Church? Text: Acts 2:1-4, 41, 46-47 Introduction: The Wesleyan Church is considered a holiness denomination. We are not alone; there are several other denominations that are also considered holiness denominations as well. As a holiness denomination there are certain ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan