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  • John Beehler avatar

    What Makes A Man A Dad

    Contributed by John Beehler on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,740 views

    We must show love to our children

    What Makes a Man a Dad Maybe you’ve heard the old story about fatherhood that says that when a child is 4 years old he says proudly, "My dad knows everything about everything." When he is 7 he says, "Dad knows almost everything about everything." When he is 12 he says, "Well, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Godly Criteria For Selecting A Mate

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,144 views

    God uses Godly criteria for selecting our companions

    Unit 9 – Family Lesson 21 – A Wife for Isaac – Genesis 24 For The Teachers’ Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how God uses godly characteristics as criteria for selecting those He will greatly use. 2. Explanation of the Aim: The Lord used Abraham’s servant, Eliezer, to help ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Clean Mirror Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,316 views

    If we are to imitate Christ as Paul asks us to in 5:1, we must keep our lives clean by allowing nothing to dirty the mirror that is our life so we may reflect Christ clearly.

    Paul tells these people to follow (5:1), or mimic, God as they demonstrate a worthy walk (4:1) that should be part of every Christian’s lifestyle. We must mirror God’s ideals in daily living. Controlling My Wants (2-3) Is my attitude one of giving, or taking (2) ? Is what consumes me open or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do You Know This Man

    Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 13,247 views

    We can know that our life says we love God by understanding 3 ways that our life say that we know Jesus.

    INTRODUCTION: "The Biggest Trial in History" (A short skit) This is the biggest trial in history, bigger than the O.J. trial, the Menedez brothers, Susan Smith, The Oklahoma bombing, or President Clinton’s trial. T.V. cameras, reporters, microphones and 35 mm cameras are everywhere in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What Would Jesus Say To Timothy Mcveigh

    Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jun 8, 2001
    based on 60 ratings
     | 2,001 views

    What is the message of Christ to people, not just the McVeigh’s of this world, but all of us.

    What Would Jesus Say to Timothy McVeigh Ballard Assembly Pastor Bob Briggs June 9, 2001 On April 19, 1995, over six years ago, the fragile peace of mind of a nation was shattered when a Ryder Truck, loaded with explosives, detonated in front of the Federal Building in Oklahoma City, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Grace

    Contributed by David Smith on Jun 9, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 13,222 views

    God’s wonderful gift of grace in the believers life

    EPH 2:8-9 GRACE IS UNMERITED 1 - You cant earn it - so stop trying ILLUSTRATION A 100,000 POINTS TO ENTER HEAVEN a- it is God’s gift - Only He can give salvation grace b- working for salvation is pointless and disappointing 2 - no one else can earn it either - so back off a - learn to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Reasons For Disqualification For Service

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,399 views

    Why some people are disqualified for being used of God

    Why Are Some People Disqualified for Positions of Service Acts 1:21-26 1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. ILlustration:There’s a fine line between courage and foolishness. Too bad it’s not a fence. Do not be a fence sitter ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Causes And Cures For Conflicts

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 53 ratings
     | 3,405 views

    The causes of most conflicts are more social, interpersonal or personality clashes than theological

    Causes and Cures for Conficts (Acts 23:7-35) Some Conflicts Stem More from Interpersonal Problems Than Theological or Political Differences (Acts 23:7-35) Illustration:Labor mightily for a healing spirit. Away with all discriminating names whatever that may hinder the applying of balm to heal ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Camels And Kingdoms

    Contributed by Michael Treston on Jun 10, 2001
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,626 views

    looking t the kingdom of God through the eye of needle

    Last week we began looking at what it means to follow Christ and be a disciple. This morning we are going to continue upon that same theme. Just in case you don’t remember last week, or you weren’t here, I’ll just recap. I said there are two roads we can take in our journey with Christ. the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Keys To Steadfastness

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001
    based on 88 ratings
     | 30,783 views

    Many people proclaim their loyalty but steadfast people are hard to find.

    Keys to Steadfastness (Acts 21:1-14) 1. Paul’s steadfastness serves as an inspiration and a challenge for any person who contemplates just settling for second best. ILlustration:Consider the postage stamp: Its usefulness consists in the ability to stick to one thing till it gets there. Josh ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Uprooting The Roots Of Jealousy

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,395 views

    How to recognize and uproot the main causes of jealousy and envy that ruin relationships

    The Roots of Jealousy (Acts 13:42-52) Illustration:It is the eyes of other people that ruin us. If all but myself were blind, I should want neither a fine house nor fine furniture. Benjamin Franklin. 1. Why do you suppose that many people allow jealousy to hinder their relationships, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Perils Of Misusing Privilege

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 12, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,099 views

    Some of the dangers and difficulties of misuing the privileges we are given

    The Perils of Misusing Privilege (Acts 13:16-41) Illustration:Two shopkeepers were bitter rivals. Their stores were directly across the street from each other, and they would spend each day keeping track of each other’s business. If one got a customer, he would smile in triumph at his rival. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Two Kinds Of People In This World

    Contributed by Larry Wise on Jun 13, 2001
    based on 59 ratings
     | 14,204 views

    This Psalm contrasts the wicked man and the righteous man.

    Only Two Types Of People In This World Psalm 112 There is the story of a rich industrialist who was disturbed to find a fisherman sitting lazily beside his boat. "Why aren’t you out there fishing?" he asked. "Because I’ve caught enough fish for today," said the fisherman. "Why don’t you catch ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When Good Isn't Good Enough

    Contributed by Jonathan Lucas on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 5,770 views

    This message appeals to the seeker to search their heart and realize that we must have a relationship with Jesus Christ.

    When Good Isn’t Good Enough Text: Isaiah 64:6 But we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousnesses are as filthy rags; and we all do fade as a leaf; and our iniquities, like the wind, have taken us away. Introduction: Almost Doesn’t Count!!! I. Man Thinks Himself ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The 1440,000

    Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jun 15, 2001
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,654 views

    The Real 144,000 saved during the Tribulation

    THE REAL 144,000 THAT ARE SEALED BY GOD BIBLICAL REFERENCE: REVELATION 7:4-17 FOR YEARS I HAVE LISTENED TO THIS CHURCH AND THAT CHURCH CLAIMING TO BE THEY ARE ONLY ONES THAT ARE GOING TO BE RAPTURED OR GO TO HEAVEN. I AM HERE TO SET THE RECORD STRAIGHT AND IT WILL PROBABLY UPSET ALOT OF PEOPLE; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational