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  • Jason Jones avatar

    What Are You Standing On

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 24, 2011
     | 6,968 views

    Exposition of Hebrews 11 regarding three descriptions of faith.

    Text: Heb 11:1-3, Title: What Are You Standing On? Date/Place: NRBC, 10.22.11, PM A. Opening illustration: Faith is unutterable trust in God, trust which never dreams that He will not stand by us.” — Oswald Chambers, "Is this really, THE water jug of THE prophet Joel from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You And Who Else?

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 3, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,855 views

    The Pharisees paid lip service to God, but were actually operating under their own power, for their own agendas, not God's. That is why they didn't really want to be told that Jesus was operating under God's authority.

    “Who do you think you are? What right have you to tell me what to think?” Has anyone ever said that to you? It’s not very pleasant. But it happened to me, once. Back when I was just starting seminary. I had run into an acquaintance of mine named Nora. She was pretty vulnerable and sensitive to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Let's Rekindle Your Ultimate Concern!

    Contributed by Byron Perrine on Jul 9, 2019
     | 2,983 views

    Lent is a time for reflection, a time in which we are called to examine our spiritual life. This message is intended to encourage those who are perplexed by their own sin and help them come to see that there is an ever-present possibility of change.

    (If you have found this sermon helpful, please visit us at www.HeritageRestorationProject.org or www.ChristianWisdom.info) Well, here we are. Spring has sprung, so it would appear. Daylight Savings Time has begun, and we have been enjoying wonderful weather—a bit early, but who’s complaining! I ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Considering Our Ways

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022
     | 2,121 views

    There are churches being built all around the world. All Bible believers are excited about seeing Bible believing and Bible preaching churches being built that glorify this wonderful Savior we serve.

    But all churches being built are not for the glory of God! Illus: There was a church in Columbia, South Carolina, that was growing faster than any church in the area at one time. In fact, they advertised throughout the city that they were the “Fasting Growing Church” in the city. They were growing ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Magnificent Concerto! Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 24, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 15,292 views

    Nehemiah doesn't do things the way I would do them. If there is a job to be done, I am usually quick to say, "Let's get on with it! If it needs to be done, let's not waste any more time. Let's do it!"

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (This is the third of a Leadership series featuring Nehemiah. Some ideas & illustrations in these messages were based on or benefited greatly from, to varying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Motivate People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,300 views

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts.

    1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts. John wrote, "God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us." (I John 4:16,17) Ask the Lord to help you excel in your love for people so that ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Motivate People To Give 100% To The Lord's Service

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 58 ratings
     | 8,557 views

    Motivating some people is not difficult because they are determined to follow positive examples. Our faith grows when we appreciate the price great people have paid for their beliefs. We grow best when we focus on what we love most. Whenever I go through

    Motivating some people is not difficult because they are determined to follow positive examples. Our faith grows when we appreciate the price great people have paid for their beliefs. We grow best when we focus on what we love most. Paul wrote, "Be steadfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding A Variety Of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force,

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,853 views

    Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21

    Understanding a Variety of Motivational Controls: Power, Influence, Force, and Authority - John 20:21 The following four motivational factors; power, force, influence, and authority are to be seen from their sources in the Lord, the scriptures, the Holy Spirit, and the will of God. When the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Testimony Against Motivational Speakers & Personal Development Gurus

    Contributed by Chris Kanyane on Jul 25, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,359 views

    The sermon is based on real personal testimony against motivational speakers, personal development gurus and life coaches. All motivational speakers, personal development gurus and life coaches believe in God. But what kind of God? Learn more.....

    The 1990s period was an epoch period for me: I went to university, after four years of successful university studies began working. It was when I was working that I got exposed to a plethora of many ideas, or put it simply I came across self anointing ideas. To use the modern popular language I ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • David Welch avatar

    Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Pt 3 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018
     | 4,006 views

    This is a third part of how a focus on the future can motivate faithfulness in the present.

    “Future Focus Present Faithfulness” Pt 3 Review X. The Reward and Inheritance Factor A. PRESENT AND FUTURE REWARD B. FUTURE INHERITANCE C. INTERMEDIATE HOME D. RENEWED HEAVEN AND EARTH – Our permanent home E. PRESENT HELP FROM A FUTURE HOPE Contemplating our future heavenly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Pt 9 Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018
     | 3,024 views

    Part 9 in our exploration of a future focus specifically dealing with the admonition to address bitterness.

    “Uprooting Bitter Roots” Hebrews 12 addresses three specific life goals to consider as individuals and as a church family. It is my hope that they will guide the direction of our church family throughout the year. a) Promote Healing among the body b) Pursue peace with ALL men ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    (Section 1) - What Is Prayer? & (Section 2) Prayer And God's Work Series

    Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 23, 2019
     | 4,162 views

    Prayer is the most wonderful act in the spiritual realm as well as a most mysterious affair.

    LET US PRAY (Section 1) by Watchman Nee I. WHAT IS PRAYER? A. Prayer is the most wonderful act in the spiritual realm as well as a most mysterious affair. 1. The power of prayer lies not in how much we pray but in how much our prayers are ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Teach Us To Pray Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Jan 24, 2008
    based on 109 ratings
     | 40,664 views

    As Christians we need to know that our prayers are heard.

    Teach us to Pray Lu. 11:1 And it came to pass that, as he was praying in a certain place, when he ceased one of his disciples said unto him, Lord, teach us to pray as John also taught his disciples. 2 And he said unto them, When ye pray say Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Finish The Race Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 26,131 views

    The second in a three part series on 2 Timothy 4:7

    Finish What You Begin “The Race” 2 Timothy 4:7b “I have finished the Race” * Two gas company service men, a senior training Supervisor and a young trainee were out checking meters and parked their truck at the end of the alley and worked there way to the other end. At the last house a woman looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Watch Your Attitude

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,377 views

    Attitudes are so important. “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,” Winston Churchill once said.

    TWO DISTINCT SPIRITUAL ATTITUDES John 21: 19-22 Attitudes are so important. “Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference,” Winston Churchill once said. Nothing affects the church more than attitude. It is attitude not aptitude that determines one’s altitude in life. Someone has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist