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  • Mitch Davis avatar

    What Motivates You To Faithfulness?

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 25, 2007
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    Naturally, God uses reward (heaven) and punishment (hell) as a mean of motivating us toward faithfulness. What motivates You?

    What Motivates You to Faithfulness? Theme: Working out your salvation. INTRODUCTION A. Sometimes sermons, bible studies, or written articles make “being faithful” a simple matter of fact. 1. It is true that without faith(fullness) it is impossible to please God. Heb. 11:6 2. Thus, it is essential ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Achieving Maturity In Our Faith Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007
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    This is message 8 in a 13 part series taken from the Book of Ephesians describing "The Power of a Blessed Life."

    Achieving Maturity in Our Faith Ephesians 4:7-16 I. We Must Have Leaders for the Church A. Apostles B. Prophets C. Evangelists D. Pastors E. Teachers II. What is the Purpose of Church Leaders A. To Prepare the Church for Ministry. “…to prepare God’s people for works of service …” Why? - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Only Thing That Counts Is Faith Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 2, 2007
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     | 4,442 views

    A message from an expository series from the book of Galatians.

    As you are probably quite sick of hearing; Galatians 5:1 states the theme of the entire letter. Christ has set us free. What Paul wants more than anything is for us to enjoy this freedom that Christ has provided. When we allow ourselves to become subject to traditions and other man made standards ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    His Faithful, Fickle Followers Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,767 views

    Part of a series looking at 4 people whose lives were changed as a result of their encounter with Christ. This message looks at the crowds.

    His Faithful, Fickle Followers Mt. 21:1-11 Show “That’s My King” Video What an amazing description of our King. But is it our description of the King? Turn with me please to Mt. 21:1-11. We’re looking at people in Scripture whose encounter with Jesus changed their lives. •Today, we look at a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Baker avatar

    Fight The Good Fight Of Faith

    Contributed by Mark Baker on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 13 ratings
     | 57,178 views

    God’s Word tells us to fight the good fight of faith. We are called to be spiritual warriors in God’s kingdom. We are soldiers in the Army of God.

    1 Timothy 6:12. Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, to which you were also called and have confessed the good confession in the presence of many witnesses. God’s Word tells us to fight the good fight of faith. We are called to be spiritual warriors in God’s kingdom. We are ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fleshing Out Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,333 views

    Examine the relationship between faith and works.

    Has your faith been fleshed out? When something is fleshed out you put skin, flesh and meat over the bones. The same must occur in our spiritual lives. Our faith must be covered with substance. Without substance there is no faith. James spoke of the relationship between faith and works. Without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sharpening The Focus Of Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 27, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 10,299 views

    In today’s sermon we discover two life-changing responses to adversity.

    Scripture This is the fifth message in my series titled, “Making Sense of Today’s News.” Let us read Habakkuk 3:1-15: 1 A prayer of Habakkuk the prophet. On shigionoth. 2 Lord, I have heard of your fame; I stand in awe of your deeds, O Lord. Renew them in our day, in our time make them known; ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Real Faith That Really Works Series

    Contributed by Steve Akins on Oct 5, 2006
     | 4,207 views

    Reality Shows don’t show much reality

    Reality Shows don’t show much reality. 1. REALITY FAITH GOES BEYOND WHAT YOU SAY v. 14 Real faith is not just something you say, something you talk about. "Can that faith save him? Can such faith save him?" It doesn’t say he actually has faith, he just claims to have it. He talks about it. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Nativity Story: The Faith Of Mary Series

    Contributed by C. Raymond Van Pletsen on Oct 19, 2006
    based on 40 ratings
     | 18,815 views

    Mary teaches us that we too can be used by God to change the world. We learn from her that . . . Faith is not age-dependent. Faith positions us to be part of the greatest event in all human history. Faith means do what God says regardless of the cost.

    The Faith Of Mary Luke 1:26-38 The Main Idea The Faith of Mary is revealed in the Christmas story. · Mary Was A Teen Believer · Mary Was An Honored Believer · Mary Was A Courageous Believer Mary teaches us that we too can be used by God to change the world. We learn from her that . . ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Thinking Faith & The Life Question

    Contributed by Jody Brock on Oct 20, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,101 views

    This sermon examines the question of our choice to live for ourself or live for God.

    Hebrews 11: 24-28 “Thinking Faith & The Life Question” If you’re a thinker can you really be a follower of Christ? Can you live your life for our faith? Hebrews 11: vs. 24 is account in the life of Moses. Time when Moses had to think, make a choice. Had to choose what his life would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Are You Justified By Faith, Or By Works?

    Contributed by Charles Degner on Oct 23, 2006
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     | 5,034 views

    This difficult chapter of the Bible is not hard to understand if you ask a simple question. James says we are justified by our works, not just by faith. But justified BEFORE WHOM?

    James 2:1-5, 8-10, 14-26 Pentecost 17B Rev. Charles F. Degner 1My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, don’t show favoritism. 2Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in shabby clothes also comes in. 3If you show ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Results Of Faith: A Changed Life

    Contributed by Samuel Troyer on Oct 23, 2006
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     | 6,196 views

    We say we have faith but do our actions prove it?

    The results of faith: A changed life James 2:14-26 It is one that can easily be misunderstood. It is one that challenges us again with the question as to whether or not we are really saved. This morning as we consider this passage we are challenged to take a look at our faith. Do you have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Common Folk's Tests Of Faith

    Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 26, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,475 views

    Description of various test we as everyday Christians must pass

    COMMON FOLKS TEST OF FAITH Heb. 11: 1, 8, 17. 36-40; James 1:2,3 I. FAITH, BELIEF, ESSENCE TO WALK A. The saved are to live by faith The Just shall walk by Faith 1. the Commandment / Word De 8:2 And thou shalt remember all the way which the LORD thy God led thee these forty years in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Gant avatar

    Putting Confidence In The Faithful One

    Contributed by David Gant on Jan 21, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,950 views

    Principles drawn from Psalms 138 regarding faithfullness to God -- as He is faithful to us.

    Putting Confidence in the Faithful One Psalm 138 A PSALM OF DAVID. I. Psalm 138 ? a short reading with some added interpretations for clarity. 1 I will praise You with my whole heart; Before the gods (i.e. IF there were any other gods looking) I will sing praises to You. ؉There are no real other ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    How To Grow Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jan 23, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 17,514 views

    This shows how the nobleman grew in his faith - he obeyed, even when it was hard.

    John 4:46-54 – How to Grow Your Faith We are continuing our series on The Life of Jesus, looking at snapshots of what He did and what He said at different points of His 3 year ministry. Today we are in John 4:46-54 (p.753). Today we are looking at the question, how do you grow your faith? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist