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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    A Messiah Who Gives Caution Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 29, 2009
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     | 4,476 views

    We need to heed Jesus’ cautions and steer clear of the traps of life.

    A Messiah Who Gives Caution Text: Matt. 6:19-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several years ago at a Promise Keepers conference, Dennis Rainey placed animal traps on stage. They were big ones too. Bear traps and even an African safari large animal trap that took two men to open. There were a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Pattern Of Worship, Part 2: Truthful Worship Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 14, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,002 views

    True worshippers worship God in spirit and in truth. Last time we focused on what it means to worship God in spirit. Today we’re going to look at what it means to worship God in truth. Even though we’re looking at them separately, it’s not just about one

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Once again, this morning we’re focusing on these few verses in the account of Jesus’ encounter with the woman at the well. You remember that as Jesus was presenting the Gospel to the woman, He showed her her sin. And as He showed her her sin, she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    From The Cradle To The Throne

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Dec 25, 2011
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    If Christmas was only a baby being born, there is the temporary joy of a new birth, but if it was God coming to the world then it is an everlasting joy that does not fade with the passing of time.

    FROM THE CRADLE TO THE THRONE* Matthew 1:18-23 Big Idea: If Christmas was only a baby being born, there is the temporary joy of a new birth, but if it was God coming to the world then it is an everlasting joy that does not fade with the passing of time. Matthew 1:18-23 18 This is how the birth of ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Signs Of A Healthy Church

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Nov 2, 2014
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     | 8,563 views

    Four transferable principles from the human body to the Body of Christ.

    A 20/20 VISION FOR THE YEAR 2020: SIGNS OF HEALTHY CHURCH 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12-27 INTRO: What is a healthy church? • How can you tell one when you see it? • How does it look different from other churches? • How does it act differently from other churches? We used social media ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Praying Postures And Patterns

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014
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     | 5,274 views

    Prayer is a part of our worship and communion with God. He is not interested with our half-hazard or muttered words. He needs our sincere fellowship. He is never tired of hearing you.

    “He cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between His knees” (1 Kings 18:42) Some of the praying postures being practiced and used by people include; a.SITTING; Someone can sit down, focus his heart on the Lord and still communicate properly to God. This is mainly ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Gadarene Demoniac Healed Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 7, 2017
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    When Jesus stepped ashore, He was met by two men who were under the control of demons. There is only one Devil, so a better translation is demons. They were horrible looking and dangerous.

    -AD 28- East Shore of Galilee Lesson: Gadarene Demoniac Healed Matthew 8:28-34, Mark 5:1-20, Luke, 8:26-39 -Matthew Chapter 8- 28 And when he was come to the other side into the country of the Gergesenes, there met him two possessed with devils, coming out of the tombs, exceeding fierce, so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    People That Rebel Against The Light

    Contributed by James Dina on Jan 15, 2021
     | 2,759 views

    "He that rejects me and does not receive the light of truth(God's word) will be judged by that same word in the last day. Those that know the light but decide to rebel against the light will be judged greatly as well".

    PEOPLE THAT REBEL AGAINST THE LIGHT "There are those who rebel against the light; they do not know its ways nor abide in its paths." (Job 24:13)   God is the Creator of the world and of every person in it; "The earth is the Lord’s, and all its fullness, the world and those ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Will Be A Unifying Member Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 10, 2015
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     | 13,169 views

    Satan's greatest tool in undermining the work of the local church is disunity. The church is called to be unified in purpoose and passion.

    Series: I Am a Church Member (based on and adapted from Thom Rainer’s book by the same name) “I Will Be a Unifying Member” Ephesians 4:1-6 Open Last week, we started a six week series based on Thom Rainer’s book I Am a Church Member. I said that this will be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Run To Win Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 27, 2022
     | 3,806 views

    If you want to win the prize of new followers of Christ, submit yourself to unbelievers and discipline yourself for the task.

    A drunken man got on the bus late one night, staggered up the aisle, and sat next to a woman who was clutching a Bible. She looked the wayward drunk up and down and said, “I've got news for you, mister. You're going straight to hell!” The man jumped up out of his seat and shouted, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Stop Telling God What To Do

    Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025
     | 195 views

    How Prayer Changes Us Before It Changes Anything Else. Prayer is not controlling outcomes but aligning with God’s heart, trusting Him fully, and joining His transforming work in people’s lives.

    There are phrases that sound almost sacrilegious in a prayer meeting. Not curse words. Just sentences that don’t fit the script Christian culture hands us. And the moment they come out of your mouth, the atmosphere shifts. Forks freeze above plates. Eyes widen. Someone nearly inhales a dinner ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Servants Of Christ And Their Work Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 5, 2018
     | 7,521 views

    In this chapter we have an account, of the constancy of the apostle and his fellow-laborers in their work.

    October 4, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom lowe Lesson 2.8: Servants of Christ and Their Work Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4.1-4.4 1 Cor 4:1-4 (KJV) All ministers are servants of Christ 1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Evidence Within You

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 139 ratings
     | 3,876 views

    A devotion for seekers and young believers

    “I WILL PRAISE YOU, FOR I AM FEARFULLY AND WONDERFULLY MADE; MARVELOUS ARE YOU WORKS, AND THAT MY SOUL KNOWS VERY WELL.” ROMANS 1:18-23 “FOR THE WRATH OF GOD IS REVEALED FROM HEAVEN AGAINST ALL UNGODLINESS AND UNRIGHTEOUSNESS OF MEN, WHO SUPPRESS THE TRUTH IN UNRIGHTEOUSNESS, 19 BECAUSE ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Peace On Earth And In The Church, Two

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 13, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 2,839 views

    How can we have the peace for which Jesus prayed?

    Evening Message December 10, 2000 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs PEACE ON EARTH, AND IN THE CHURCH, PART TWO Introduction: This morning we talked about some of the negative hurtful effects that occur when peace is absent from the local church. We also discussed some items that rob the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Build Friendships With Difficult People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 37 ratings
     | 2,853 views

    In our quest to develop a better relationship with a difficult person, we should be aware of some of the BASIC STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING INTIMATE FRIENDSHIPS.

    In our quest to develop a better relationship with a difficult person, we should be aware of some of the BASIC STRATEGIES FOR DEVELOPING INTIMATE FRIENDSHIPS. Developing a trusting relationship is a process that involves work. A true friend walks in when others walk out on us. Someone who is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Benefits Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,298 views

    Part 4 in this 4-part sermon series on worship addresses The Benefits of Worship.

    I.The Benefits Of Worship A.Worship Benefits God 1.He Is Enthroned By Our Worship a.Psalm 22:3 – “Yet You are holy, O You who are enthroned upon the praises of Israel.” God says I will show up in any worship experience, whether private or corporate. I will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist