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  • James Dunn avatar

    Achieving Maturity In Our Faith Series

    Contributed by James Dunn on Jun 26, 2007
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     | 2,957 views

    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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     | 4,455 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
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     | 5,782 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
     | 57,220 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
     | 4,339 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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    Longing Into Living Faith In Action

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 10,795 views

    This sermon is primarily about faith. It is about what faith is, a longing for something more than this world has to offer. It encourages people to turn that longing into faith and turn that faith into action.

    Longing for Something More, Hebrews 11:1 Introduction The story is told of a little boy whose family was very poor. He never complained because he had no toys and received no gifts at Christmas time; but he wished for them. He spent his spare time looking in the store windows at the pretty things ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Developing A Strong, Godly Faith

    Contributed by Mark Flurry on Jul 28, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,706 views

    How does one strengthen and grow in faith?Expository sermon based on Psalm 131 with a backup application passage from Luke 18:9-17

    1. It begins when I recognize my weakness and humble myself before God. (vs. 1a) a. God is more interested in my availability than my abilities. b. There is no place in God’s kingdom for my pride. 2. My faith will work best when I allow God to be God, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith To Move Against The Stream Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Aug 6, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,486 views

    Discover the kind of faith it takes to move against the stream of popular culture as you examine the life of Noah.

    What fish is known for swimming up stream against almost insurmountable odds? The Salmon is the answer. The Salmon swims up stream to fulfill a God given instinct to reach its feeding and breeding grounds. Salmon are famous for their fighting spirit. They battle currents and leap across rapids and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Lacking In Your Faith? Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 8, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,612 views

    So for now, Something is missing.

    What Is Lacking In Your Faith? (I Thessalonians 3:9-13) 1. Some people always feel like there is something missing from their lives. 2. Other people feel content though they have little in all realms. Alan McCann said, "The scourge of Christianity is being saved and stuck – thinking that is all ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Peace, Faith, Love And Hope

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007
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     | 8,062 views

    The relationship between peace, faith, love and hope.

    Peace, Faith, Love and Hope Scripture: Phil. 4:7; Heb. 11:6; Rom. 10:17; Matt. 24. 10, 12-13; 1 Cor. 13 Heb. 6:17-19 Introduction This is the last day of 2006 and we will never see this year again. This year will be history as of midnight tonight. Although we may face ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Shield Of Faith Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,343 views

    Discusses the Shield of Faith

    Faith Part 4: The Shield of Faith Part 2 Scripture: Ephesians 6:16; 1 Peter 1:3-5 Introduction Last week I got half way through this message on the shield of faith. The foundational scripture was found in Ephesians 6:16 which says “In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "By Faith Moses .....refused”

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 21, 2007
    based on 74 ratings
     | 28,064 views

    Temptation comes from three sources: world, flesh, and the devil. There are three words to remember when facing temptation: Flight, Faith, and Fight

    Moses ranks along with Abraham, David, and Daniel as one of the truly great men of Old Testament times. His shadow lies on 1500 years of Hebrew history. His influence is felt in our courts of justice in the western world to this day. It all stemmed from a choice he made when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Osterkamp avatar

    Finding Focus For Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Tom Osterkamp on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,612 views

    There are so many things that can gain our focus, but Jesus should be the focus of our faith.

    Finding Focus for Your Faith John 5:1-18 Intro: Many accidents are caused by people who are talking on their cell phones. They carry on conversations, and their focus is on the conversation instead of on the road ahead of them. So often we too, have our focus on something or someone instead of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    The Nameless Mother With Great Faith Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 7, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 9,092 views

    Characteristics that Jesus valued in this mother and why that her faith was so important.

    May,2006 “The Nameless Mother with Great Faith” Matthew 15:21-28 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever known a person whose Character could be summed up in four words? Jesus did. He said to the Canaanite woman, “You have great faith.” We know that she was from the country north of Palestine, that she ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Balancing Career And Family With Faith Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 13, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 12,097 views

    Our career and our families are two potential idols in our lives. But faith helps keep them in proper perspective and enables you to find a balance.

    Last week we started our series on Canadian Idols. We explained that idols are anything in our lives that take the place of God. God alone deserves and belongs in the place of priority in our lives, and when anything or anyone pushes Him aside, that becomes an idol for us. Historically, people ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan