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  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Heart Trouble Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 26, 2012
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    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

  • Ed Vasicek avatar

    Discernment Camp Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 27, 2012
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    Solomon is training us to develop discernment, the ability to distinguish between truth and lies, integrity and dishonesty, foolishness and wisdom. From his words, we can draw four important principles.

    Discernment Camp (Proverbs 20:5-8) 1. Once when Red Skelton was being interviewed he was asked if he ever was at a loss for words. He hesitated a minute then said, "I dreamed I died and went to heaven. Just as I was taken before God, he sneezed...and I just didn’t know what to say to Him!" 2. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Randy Trotter avatar

    A Father’s Legacy

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 21, 2012
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    Every man has a Legacy to leave.

    A FATHER’S LEGACY INTRODUCTION: I hope you enjoyed the video for this morning! It speaks to what I want to share about this morning, “A FATHER’S LEGACY!” It has been said, “YOU NEVER KNOW A MAN’S TRUE WORTH TILL HE’S GONE!” I believe that with all my heart! No matter what you do, Dad, you’ll ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Proverbs 20 - On Life And Conduct Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 24, 2012
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    This is a look at Proverbs chapter twenty.

    Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Twenty We will now look at Proverbs chapter twenty: On Life and Conduct 1 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. Proverbs 20:1 (NASB) Alcoholism is a great problem. The Bible teaches that alcohol is useful in its ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    5 Ways To Bless Your Children! Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 22, 2018
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    The position of fatherhood comes with a grave responsibility from God and with the gift of fatherhood also comes the power to shape, guide and transform the lives of their children for success, for purpose and for the fulfillment of their children’s divine destiny.

    How to Bless your Children! Question: How many here want to bless your children? Your Grandchildren – your spiritual children? Main Scripture Text: Proverbs 20:7: “The righteous lead blameless lives; blessed are their children after them.” (NIV) New Living Translation The godly walk with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fathers Day - Gifts From The Father

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 21, 2021
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    THE Blessings of THE FATHER extend to HIS Children. GOD, our HEAVENLY FATHER has a storehouse of Good Gifts to those who ask.

    2021.06.20 FATHER’S DAY – GIFTS from THE FATHER WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC Matthew 7:11; Matthew 7:7-11; Matthew 6:8-13 Proverbs 20:7 Galatians 4:6 James 1:7 1 Peter 4:10 Romans 5:15-18; Romans 6:23 Ecclesiastes 3:13; Ecclesiastes 5:19 Acts 2:38 Ephesians 4:7 1 Corinthians 13 2 Timothy 1:6 FATHERS: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Bruce Goettsche avatar

    The Blessing Of Friendship Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014
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    Everyone needs a friend. What should we look for in a friend?

    There is nothing quite as special as a good friend. A good friend is one with whom you can talk about anything. You know they will listen. They will listen to the whole story rather than make quick judgments. They will make time for you. A true friend transcends times of separation. Several weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Greene avatar

    Family Values - Week 8 Series

    Contributed by Steve Greene on Dec 31, 2018
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    Thousands of year ago, God put in place 10 key values that can make a difference in the life of every family. The Ten Commandments have stood the test of time. Discover how these important values apply to every single person, every married couple, and every family regardless of size or makeup.

    Today we are going to jump ahead to the 8th Commandment, even though this is week 7 of the series. We’ll come back around and pick up commandment #7 in the final week of the series. Exodus 20:15 (NIV) 15 "You shall not steal. There will undoubtedly be some push back to some of what I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • John McCormack avatar

    The Heart Of Man

    Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 4, 2016
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    COUNCEL OF THE HEART

    THE HEART OF A MAN OBSERVATION: PROVERBS IS A COLLECTION OF WISE SAYINGS AND PRACTICAL PRINCIPLES THAT POINT TO A WELL-MANAGED LIFE. THE BOOK IS SOMETIMES CALLED “COMPRESSED EXPERIENCE”. MOST OF THE PROVERBS WERE PINNED BY KING SOLOMON. INTERPRETATION: PROVERBS 20: 5 (NKJV) COUNSEL ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    Advice That Will Bring Blessings

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Feb 24, 2010
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    Verse upon verse teaching from the book of Proverbs. More timely advice from the Lord on practical living.

    Advice that Will bring Blessings Proverbs 20:1-30 Wine is a mocker, Strong drink is a brawler, And whoever is led astray by it is not wise. 2 The wrath of a king is like the roaring of a lion;Whoever provokes him to anger sins against his own life. 3 It is honorable for a man to stop ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Tim Pollock avatar

    Cast A Clear Vision For Sons And Daughters Series

    Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016
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    Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock on Parenting

    It is my personal passion to do what I can to build strong homes in a culture where the family is being redefined and its importance is undermined. David lamented the same thing in Psalms 11, where he posed the poignant question, “…if the foundations are destroyed, what can the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    The Characteristics Of A Godly Man

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 16, 2023
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    Dear friend, being born male is just the beginning. It takes a lot of hard work and courage to become a true man, especially one who follows the teachings of God. To truly understand what it means to be a real man, we need to examine the differences between being a male and being a mature man.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Corinthians 3:11) "When I was a child, I spake as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man, I put away childish things." (Proverbs 23:24) "The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Honouring Fathers: God’s Vessels Of Legacy (Father's Day)

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 10, 2025
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    Fatherhood is a divine responsibility and a sacred calling. On this Father’s Day, we pause to appreciate and honour all fathers who play vital roles in the home, church, and society.

    HONOURING FATHERS: GOD’S VESSELS OF LEGACY (FATHER'S DAY) By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 6:1-4 Supporting Texts: Genesis 18:17-19, Proverbs 20:7, Psalm 103:13, Luke 15:11–32, 1 Corinthians 4:15 INTRODUCTION: Fatherhood is a divine responsibility and a sacred calling. On this ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Charles Payne avatar

    The Vanishing Father

    Contributed by Charles Payne on Jun 12, 2025
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    There was a time—not so long ago—when the word “father” evoked strength, stability, and sacrificial love. When a man’s presence brought comfort, not confusion… direction, not detachment… blessing, not brokenness. But somewhere along the line, the father began to vanish.

    THE VANISHING FATHER SCRIPTURE Malachi 4:6 “And he shall turn the heart of the fathers to the children, and the heart of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” PROLOGUE TO THE SERIES: “The Vanishing Father” Four Reflections Toward the Restoration of Godly ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Akindele Opoola avatar

    Getting It All Together – As A Father.

    Contributed by Akindele Opoola on Jun 19, 2022
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    Today has been declared Fathers’ Day to honour the fathers in our life. Father are precious and are worthy of our honour. They have taken lots of risks in order to make sure the family survive first and then thrive.

    Father’s Day Message June 19, 2022 Getting it all together – as a Father. Texts: Proverbs 20:7 - The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him. 3 John 4 I have no greater joy than to hear that my children walk in truth. Introduction: Today has been declared Fathers’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational