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  • Perry Greene avatar

    Avoiding Dead Faith Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 3, 2012
     | 6,115 views

    James continues to remind us that faith is active. It is not mere mental assent but obediently imitating God by loving our neighbors.

    1. Secret Service A man was coming out of church one day, and the preacher was standing at the door as he always is to shake hands. (You know. The preacher’s job is to: shake them in, shake them up, and shake them out!) Well, he grabbed the guy by the hand and pulled him aside. The preacher ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Exorcising A Demonic Faith Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on May 10, 2012
     | 3,692 views

    James continues the warning against having a lifeless, dead faith by reminding us that even the Adversary and his legion believe in God but do not obey him in proper actions.

    1. Johnny Carson Exorcist Joke When the movie, “The Exorcist” came out, Johnny Carson was the host of the Tonight Show. My very favorite joke he told was about the movie. He asked Ed McMahon, “What happens if you don’t pay your exorcist?” Ed repeated the question and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Work Out Your Own Salvation - (What Does This Really Mean?)

    Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 3, 2021
     | 6,311 views

    We are told to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. However, what do I have to do to work out my salvation? Are there certain steps I must take? Are there some specific criteria for me to work out my own salvation? These are all good questions.

    Phil 2:12-13: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure. One day I was at the gym, and this man ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    As Worthless As A Dead Battery Series

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023
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     | 3,004 views

    Message 5 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem

    I have the good pleasure of working alongside several self-proclaimed mechanical ignoramuses. And between these two guys, they have a LOT of talent and God has gifted them with things that he didn’t give me. But the one skillset that neither of them has ever been accused of is this: auto mechanic. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Greater Works Shall You Do

    Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 2, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 29,687 views

    We are to do the works of Christ

    Title: Greater Works Shall You Do! Text: John 14:12 C.I.T: God has purposed his people to do the work that Jesus did, and has provided his people the anointing to do so. Purpose: To challenge the congregation to do the works Christ did and to show them how they can do that. Introduction Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Brady Boyd avatar

    Let Perseverance Finish Its Work Series

    Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 7, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,939 views

    True faith is a faith that works!

    James 1 Let Perseverance Finish Its Work May 24, 2020 James was the half-brother of Jesus. The book of James is the oldest of the 27 New Testament books. James did not believe Jesus was the Messiah until after the resurrection. He became the leader of the persecuted church of Jerusalem. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Part 6 Of 6: Idle Working Series

    Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 7,845 views

    Work is a blessing from God to be enjoyed. Seven wrong ways and seven right ways to work and enjoy it.

    Making The Most Of My Life: Six Ways We Waste Our Day Part 6 of 6: Idle Working II Thessalonians 3:6-8 "Now we command you, brethren, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you keep away from any brother who is living in idleness and not in accord with the tradition that you received ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Steps In Order To See God At Work

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 3, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,177 views

    God works in mysterious and miraculous ways when we take the proper steps to allow Him to do His work.

    STEPS IN ORDER TO SEE GOD AT WORK Luke 1:5-25 Proposition: Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to look to where God is at work in our lives, our church and our community. INTRODUCTION: Illus: A missionary went to a remote Indian village in Peru. If you were to visit the main ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    He Works Where I Am At

    Contributed by Joe Rowland on Jun 4, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,505 views

    What are you going through today? He works where you are at. He is your ever present help in your day of trouble. Even though it looks hopeless, understand that God has your back. God had Josephs’ back and He was controlling his Destiny because he was sta

    He Works Where I Am At Genesis: 37: 12-21 12 And his brethren went to feed their father’s flock in Shechem. 13 And Israel said unto Joseph, Do not thy brethren feed the flock in Shechem? come, and I will send thee unto them. And he said to him, Here am I. 14 And he said to him, Go, I pray thee, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Salvation By Grace Vs. Good Works

    Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 10, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,261 views

    Some might say that there is a conflict that exists in the doctrine of faith, because it says in one place, “Believe, and thou shalt be saved,” and in another place it says, “Ye must be born again.” But both of these things are equally true: the Holy Spi

    2-25-2003 Tom Lowe Salvation by Grace vs. Good Works Text: "Not of works, lest any man should boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Preparing For Life's Work Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 24, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,613 views

    God prospers us when we work at it.

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 29:1-30; 30:25-43 1. God prospers us when we work at it. How People Prepare for Life’s Work • Attend school, prepare self and knowledge • Acquire skills needed on the job • Begin at the bottom • Perform chores at home • Internships • Choose things to buy with our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Christ, I Am...working For God Series

    Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 27, 2018
     | 4,680 views

    Make God your Boss! At work, making God your boss will keep you out of unhealthy power struggles, make work more rewarding, and help you treat others with respect.

    IN CHRIST, I AM…WORKING FOR GOD Ephesians 6:5-9 On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate the atmosphere where you work? Is everyone treated with respect? Are workers valued not only for what they do, but also as people whose lives matter? Are employees fully engaged in their work, giving their ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paddick Van Zyl avatar

    The Good Work That God Started In You

    Contributed by Paddick Van Zyl on Jun 13, 2022
     | 4,768 views

    God is not interrupted. And God does not give up. And God does not allow His projects to go unfinished.

    Pastor Paddick Van Zyl 12-06-2022 Sermon Outline Theme: The Good Work that God Started in You Scripture Reference: Philippians 1: 3-10 (NKJV) 3 I thank my God upon every remembrance of you, 4 always in every prayer of mine making request for you all with joy, 5 for your fellowship in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    God Works While We Are Waiting Series

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jan 15, 2023
     | 1,800 views

    We need to know that all that goes on here is the wind up to what is getting ready to happen. This time is the bridge to get to what God is getting ready to do.

    I. Their Devotion A. You will see this theme throughout the book of acts. B. Why did they pray at this time? 1. It was how Jesus taught them to do. 2. It was a natural response to their circumstances. 3. It was needful to understand the will of God. C. How did they pray? 1. Together 2. Devoted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does God Work Part Time?

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Oct 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,111 views

    Why is a recognition of the Trinity important? Without an understanding of the working of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, God is reduced to part time work.

    Does God Work Part Time? Does God work part time? This might seem to be a ridiculous question. You may say, “Of course God works full time. If God only works part time, I am in big trouble. I always believed that God was at work 24/7. God neither slumbers nor sleeps. God works all 3 shifts ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed