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  • Frank Lay avatar

    Lord Teach Us To Pray

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 6, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,027 views

    In these verses Jesus teaches us that there is a wrong way and a right way to pray.

    LORD, TEACH US TO PRAY Luke 11:1 One day the disciples came to him and said, "Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciple." (Luke 11:1). As they witnessed the powerful prayer life of Jesus, they recognized the lack of that power in their own lives. Therefore they asked him to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Look At Balaam

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Aug 3, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 17,572 views

    A Character Study on Balamm, the disobedient prophet.

    UNFORGETTABLE CHARACTERS A look at Balaam INTRODUCTION: Balaam is a character who exhibits a purely human trait that some of us may very well have had, and even now struggle with, the willingness to do wrong if the price is right! Balaam was overcome with greed, and greed makes us do some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call To Reach Anyone Series

    Contributed by Terry Stivers on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 4,339 views

    We are called to be ambassadors for Jesus Christ to anyone. Christ gives us an example. Studies in the Gospel of Mark

    A CALL TO REACH ANYONE Mark 2:13-17 INTRO: 1. Read a small booklet several years ago by Joseph Stowell entitled (I hope this is right) Loving Those You Would Rather Hate. He talk about the issues of homosexuality, race, ethnic diversity, etc. 2. I read a story the other day about a homeless ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Gift Of Tongues Series

    Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 28, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,131 views

    The Gift of Tongues is different from Tongues which is the initial sign evidence of the Baptism of the Holy Ghost. This study is on the Gift of Tongues.

    (A continuation from Gifts of the Spirit Part 8) The Gift of Tongues definition: A supernatural manifestation of the Holy Ghost, which is a Spirit-inspired utterance where believers speak a language which the speaker is not familiar with or learned. It is controlled by the Spirit. 1 Cor. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    Mining For Gold In The Word Of God

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 5, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 25,899 views

    What do we need to know about God’s Word in order to be skillful in living a Christian life as well as helping others in their journey of faith?

    May, 2007 Mining for Gold in the Word of God Ezra 7:6-10 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever tried to draw a straight line? What happened? Did it come out crooked? What would help you to do a better job? A yardstick, a ruler? Yes, a ruler can help you to measure things accurately, and you can use ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Unfairness Of God

    Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jun 14, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,241 views

    This is on the parable of the workers in the vineyard that were all paid the same.

    I want to tell you a story… There is a small rural farming community not far from here. It is not a wealthy place. In fact, it’s a very poor place. There are a lot of immigrants—legal and illegal—there. Jobs are scarce. The only work most of these immigrants can get is backbreaking work in ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Seven Supplements For A Holy Life #2 Series

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 14, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 11,615 views

    Series No. 2: Because we are redeemed children of God, we are to live holy lives.

    SEVEN SUPPLEMENTS FOR A HOLY LIFE 2 Peter 1 :5-8 A fouryear-old girl asked her mother, "Mom, how long is it until my birthday?" The mother responded, "Not very long, dear." To which the child responded, "Is it time for me to start being a good girl?" The little girl was being charmingly real, but ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Please God

    Contributed by Colin Coombs on Oct 12, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,700 views

    God finds pleasure in the company of certain people. Who are they?

    HOW TO PLEASE GOD A. FEAR THE LORD & B. HOPE IN THE LORD Psalm 147:11 The LORD delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. It is an impressive thought that God should, not only be at peace with some people, but He even finds pleasure in their company! Who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Peril Of Profanity

    Contributed by James Groce on Mar 27, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,950 views

    Blasphemy is taken most seriously in the Bible. If the punishment is to be equal to the crime, then blasphemy is a most serious offense.

    If our text teaches us anything, it teaches us the peril of profanity. Blasphemy is taken most seriously in the Bible. If the punishment is to be equal to the crime, then blasphemy is a most serious offense. There are two questions which we must ask ourselves. The first is this: What is blasphemy? ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Being Hungry For God

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 26, 2007
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     | 4,091 views

    Fasting develops our hunger for more of God

    Being Hungry for God Matthew 6:16-18 August 26, 2007 Morning Service It was January 1991 and I was taking one of the most challenging classes I took during college would have to be Studies in Contemporary Ministries. The class was not difficult because of papers or anything work related. It was a ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Holes In The Darkness

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,390 views

    You are the light of the world. As you live out this goodness visibly in front of the people of the world, your life will point them to Jesus where they too can find life that is real life.

    Opening illustration: Robert Lewis Stevenson, peering out of the window saw a workman come by and light the gas lights along the street. When asked what he was watching, the young boy said, “I see a man making holes in the darkness.” Let us turn to Matthew 5 and see how we as believers can make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Investing In God's Program

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 18, 2010
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     | 2,968 views

    God expects believers to give in support of his kingdom work, but we must examine our motives for doing so.

    Investing in God’s Program Matthew 6:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. Most significant event of the late 19th century. 1. Urban and city growth (immigrants and those from rural areas began to pour in). 2. Better education, culture could be enjoyed (theaters, museums, art galleries). 3. An exciting time ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Devoted In Prayer

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Jan 11, 2012
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,333 views

    The Church is looking for better methods; God is looking for better men. Prayer makes the man when he is broken down and surrendered to God.

    Devoted In Prayer Topic: Gods church is a house of Prayer for all nations. Mk 11:17 & Isa 56:7 Goal: Explore the importance of a devoted in our prayer life. Rom 12:12-13 NIV 12 Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13 Share with God's people who are in need. Practice ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Model Hearers Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 23, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 9,548 views

    There are many "model" preachers and sermons in Scripture. Is there anything about "model" hearers?

    Acts 10:33 MODEL HEARERS Hearing can be a real problem. An old couple was sitting by the fireside. He looked over at her, had a romantic thought, and said, “After fifty years, I’ve found you tried and true.” The wife’s hearing wasn’t very good, so she said, “What?” He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being "Long Of Nose” Series

    Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,887 views

    This week’s subject fruit is “patience.” How does possessing patience relate to understanding and achieving my purpose in life?

    “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law” (Galatians 5:22-23). This is week four of a nine week study of the fruit of the Spirit and what it has to do with finding purpose in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational