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  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Lighthouses Of Prayer 2008 Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 7, 2008
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     | 9,665 views

    An explanation of lighthouses of prayer and a call to be one.

    Luke 10:1-9 January 6, 2008 The Sending Out of The Seventy-Two: Lighthouses of Prayer I grew up in the evangelical church, and through those years I heard and practiced many different methods of evangelism, or ways to draw the people around you to God through Jesus. Most of those methods ...read more

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    When God 'breaks Through'.

    Contributed by Timothy Burt on Feb 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,513 views

    At the Transfiguration God broke through Dramatically, He also wants to breaks through into our lives, Dramatically, Gradually and Permanently.

    When God ‘breaks through’ Luke 9:28-36 & 1 Kings19:19-21 It had been dark and overcast that July day. The sun had not appeared. There had been several showers but we kept looking up into the sky to see if the sunny periods the weather men had forecast would come. The children were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Justice, Mercy, Humility Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Aug 4, 2010
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     | 10,366 views

    Christianity is fundamentally about a relationship and so not a contract such as I do "x" for God, and God does "y" for me.

    Justice, Mercy, Humility: Series: Fundamentals Micah 6:1-8 July 25, 2010 Intro: Fundamentals. A child has to learn balance in order to learn to walk. A business has to have more money coming in than going out. A family has to understand the basic rules of the Monopoly game before they can ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "A Messiah Who Teaches Part 1: If Looks Could Kill" Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 15, 2009
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     | 4,825 views

    Jesus teaches us that the way to keep from murder is to deal with our anger before it gets out of control.

    A Messiah Who Teaches Part 1: If Looks Could Kill Text: Matt. 5:21-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: A young girl who was writing a paper for school came to her father and asked, "Dad, what is the difference between anger and exasperation?" The father replied, "It is mostly a matter of degree. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    It’s About Time Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 18,321 views

    T.I.M.E. Treasure it by planning your time, invest it in people, manage yourself by prioritizing your choices, and enjoy it by finding fulfilment in doing God’s will.

    We are stewards of all that God has given us, including time. • At the last retreat, Rev Koh shared quite a bit on this – about the wise use of time. • One month has passed since we heard his messages, and I wondered if we did let the message sink in. Are we using our time wisely today, or wiser ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Going To Every Nation

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 3,292 views

    Today we consider how God gathers and then sends out His church into the world.

    Introductory Considerations 1. (Swing yoyo around in circle). As I swing this yoyo there are two forces at work on it. A cetripetal force - is force acting on yoyo to draw it to center and stop it from flying away. A centrifugal is force that pulls it away from the center - as goes around tries to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help Me Overcome Stifling Bureaucracy?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 2,528 views

    What should my Biblical response be to heavy bureaucracy? Bureaucracy - Oppressive and inflexible adminstration.

    What should my Biblical response be to heavy bureaucracy? Bureaucracy - Oppressive and inflexible adminstration. 1. Ask the Lord for the grace to comply with stated regulations and procedures. Paul writes, "Do you want to be free from fear ofthe one in authority? Then do what is right and he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Jesus Knew It Was Important To Use Spirit Led Criteria To Select Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,059 views

    1. Jesus knew that Biblical criteria help people objectively choose leaders rather than relying on subjective feelings about people.

    1. Jesus knew that Biblical criteria help people objectively choose leaders rather than relying on subjective feelings about people. Jesus knew that Paul would encourage us to use Spirit led criteria when selecting church leaders. The Lord completely endorses the following Biblical qualifications ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Building Phase

    Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Nov 25, 2006
     | 2,181 views

    what goes into the building phase of a family, build strong families to produce strong churches

    Intro: What goes into the building phase? Text. Heb. 11: 7 / Ge. 16: 1 2 approaches to building proactive OR reactive Examine 3 truths concerning families Ill: Great Truths from Small Children When your mom is mad at your dad, don’t let her brush your hair. If your sister hits you, don’t hit ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    2nd Lesson On How To Pray! (Hix)

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Apr 9, 2014
     | 3,048 views

    Jesus teaching His people how to pray.

    Matthew 6:9-13-In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, But deliver us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Building A Lasting Legacy Of Faith Joshua 22:24 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 23, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,048 views

    Joshua 22:24 is a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God.

    Building a Lasting Legacy of Faith Joshua 22:24 Introduction: Today, we are exploring Joshua 22:24, a passage that challenges us to think about the legacy of our faith and our commitment to God. As we dive into this scripture, we will uncover lessons about maintaining our faith, ensuring it is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Twelfth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: "I Climb Fences When I Got Fences To Climb."

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2024
     | 542 views

    “Our biggest challenge is to recognize those invisible fences “that ain’t ever strang up yet” and to ignore them."

    John Steinbeck wrote about Jim Casy and Tom Joad traveling to California looking for a better life in a land they’ve never seen. When their ragged old car breaks down, Casy begins to pour out his doubts to Tom about this seemingly jinxed rush to California. Tom resists Casy’s pessimistic ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Transformed By Truth: Overcoming Evil With Good Romans 12:19-21 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 5, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,211 views

    Romans 12:19-21, explores the profound truth that we are called to overcome evil with good. This teaching is not only countercultural but also transformative, inviting us to live out the gospel in radical ways.

    Transformed by Truth: Overcoming Evil with Good Romans 12:19-21 Introduction Today, we dive deep into Romans 12:19-21, exploring the profound truth that we are called to overcome evil with good. This teaching is not only countercultural but also transformative, inviting us to live out the gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus: The Greatest Gift Ever Given - John 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 6, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,238 views

    As we approach this season of giving, many of us are searching for the perfect gift for our loved ones. But let me remind you today of the greatest gift that has ever been given—Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

    Jesus: The Greatest Gift Ever Given - John 3:16 Theme: Jesus Christ is the ultimate expression of God’s love and the greatest gift to humanity. Key Scripture: John 3:16 – “For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    My First Year Of Ministry Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jun 29, 2023
     | 940 views

    "Salvation always My passion, the world My focus, each person My priority."

    Note: All Scripture references in this lesson are from The Bible by Jesus unless otherwise noted A. CLEANSING THE TEMPLE: JOHN 2:13-22 1. Introduce My first year. “When Passover came, spring A.D. 26, I went up to temple” (John 2:13). 2. No longer tolerated heresy and evil, but confronted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist