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  • Robert Travis avatar

    Watch What You Say

    Contributed by Robert Travis on Aug 29, 2001
    based on 131 ratings
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    What you say, reveals what you are.

    WATCH WHAT YOU SAY I. OUR WORDS REVEAL OUR CHARACTER. The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life: but violence covereth the mouth of the wicked. (Proverbs 10:11 KJV) A. THE LORD DETESTED HYPROCISY. Either make the tree good, and his fruit good; or else make the tree corrupt, and his fruit ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Todd Bishop avatar

    The Mark Of Maturity ... Responsibility

    Contributed by Todd Bishop on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 19,373 views

    Re-establishing Commitment Based Christianity Into The Church

    INTRODUCTION I know that in the heart of every believer is the desire to mature … it is the desire to grow in their faith … and in our lives in this sanctuary I believe that our desire is to know CHRIST MORE! I also feel that many believers, however, are lacking in the pre-requisite to maturity … ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Managing Anxiety

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 30, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,607 views

    No use denying anxiety, so how can we manage it.

    Managing Anxiety By Pastor Andrew Chan, PBC, Oct.28, 2001 “Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad.” Pro.12:25 (NKJV) Scene from "Meet the Parents" movie - Girl brings home boy to meet her parents. U can hear the words "Anxiety Attack" going through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Two Flies In The Ointment Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 13, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 7,224 views

    Developing the right life skills and social skills can make our lives so much richer, our friendships deeper, and our level of happiness higher.

    Two Flies in the Ointment (Ecclesiastes 10:10-15) Note: This is the second part of my sermon titled, "A Fly in the Ointment" also posted on Sermon Central. INTRO 1. Talk about a rude awakening. The Reuters news service told a story about a man in January of 2004 who "woke with a jolt in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Seven Pillars Of Wisdom - 4: Diligence Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 13,625 views

    Fourth in a series on the Wisdom found in Proverbs. The idea for this Series came from "Everyday Light" a daily devotional by Selwyn Hughes. Pillar #4 - Diligence.

    2, November 2003 Dakota Community Church The Seven Pillars of Wisdom Week Four: Diligence Proverbs 9:1-6 Wisdom has built her house; she has hewn out its seven pillars. 2 She has prepared her meat and mixed her wine; she has also set her table. 3 She has sent out her maids, and she calls from ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    What Did Jesus Say To President Bush?

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 23, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 2,351 views

    The Lord spoke to President Bush’s heart and told him “Faith changes lives!’; “Be an honest leader” and “Make the most of every opportunity!”

    What did Jesus say to President Bush? Thesis: The Lord spoke to President Bush’s heart and told him “Faith changes lives!’; “Be an honest leader” and “Make the most of every opportunity!” Texts: Hebrews 10:38 “But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be pleased ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Words - Toxic Talk

    Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 12, 2002
    based on 121 ratings
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    A message to Singles on how words can either heal or hurt in relationships and in life.

    Words - Toxic Talk Prov. 12:18 and 15:1 Introduction Suppose a grocer takes inventory of his store. Buried in the bottom of his meat section he finds a package of "over ripe" hamburger. It had somehow set there for weeks turning green. What should he do with the rotting meat? He should get rid of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How 2 B, Worry Free

    Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Mar 5, 2002
    based on 63 ratings
     | 4,535 views

    Worry does us no good, therefore, we need to leave it at the feet of our Father!

    Don’t Worry, Be Happy Proverbs 12:25, Matthew 6:25-34, I Peter 5:6-11 I. The Effects of Worry: A. Health 1. Physical - High Blood Pressure - Heart Disease - Headaches - Nausea - Insomnia - Lack of Energy 2. Mental = Depression (Proverbs ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worry Wart

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 11, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 12,204 views

    Too many Christians have been trapped in the mind-set of worry and the anxiety of this world is choking out any joy in their life.

    Worry Wart Thesis: Too many Christians have been trapped in the mind-set of worry and the anxiety of this world is choking out any joy in their life. Illustration: A young boy was driving a hayrack down the road when the wagon fell over in front of a farmer’s house. The farmer came out, saw the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Recognize A Real Friend Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,539 views

    How can you tell a real friend? Solomon gives us some concrete answers, and they may surprise you!

    1. Illus. of Don Johnson • Actor best know for his roles in Miami Vice and Nash Bridges. • Back in the 70’s went through a truckload of cocaine and alcohol. He wrecked a half dozen cars, etc. • In 1983 checked into a rehab center and got clean. Turned his life around. • A reporter asked him if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mastering My Mouth: Part I Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,038 views

    First part of this message focus’ on words that wound (from Proverbs) and the need for a changed heart.

    We are continuing in our series through the book of Proverbs to seek God’s wisdom for everyday living. When I began going through Proverbs and categorizing different proverbs into various topics. The one topic which kept coming up again and again was the tongue or the mouth. There are more ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Mastering My Mouth: Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 11,852 views

    This second part focus’ on Proverbs practical wisdom in using our tongue positively.

    For those who might be joining us for the first time our current series of sermons has been focusing on God’s wisdom in the book of Proverbs, which was written by one of the wisest persons who ever lived, Solomon. God wants us to grow in wisdom which basically means we are able to consistently ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Proverbs 12 - Contrast Of The Upright And The Wicked Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 22, 2012
    based on 8 ratings
     | 23,373 views

    This is a look at Proverbs chapter twelve.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twelve We will now look at Proverbs chapter twelve: Contrast of the Upright and the Wicked 1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, But he who hates reproof is stupid. Proverbs 12:1 (NASB) Instead of using the word “stupid” – the King ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Need A Boost?

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,397 views

    We could all use a little boost every now and then. Some synonyms for “boost” are: improve, make better, advance. Sound refreshing? Sound invigorating?

    NEED A BOOST? INTRODUCTION: We could all use a little more encouragement in our lives, don’t you think? We get run-down, we get disheartened. We wonder if what we’re doing really matters to anyone. We could all use a little boost every now and then. No, not the energy drink, although ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Heart Trouble Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 26, 2012
    based on 17 ratings
     | 27,107 views

    Let’s look at the Book of Proverbs & see some of the different ways heart trouble in the inner person affects us. Perhaps you will recognize one of these symptoms which is warning you of heart trouble in your inner being.

    HEART TROUBLE PROVERBS 12: 20, 25 Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of men and women in America. Heart failure accounts for 40% of all U.S. deaths. That’s more than all forms of cancer combined. Why is heart disease so deadly? One reason is that many people are slow to seek help when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist