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  • Tim Patrick avatar

    Understanding Faith Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,883 views

    Stretch your understanding of faith by examining the basis of faith and the behavior of faith.

    I want to take a look at some Biblical principles that will stretch our understanding of faith. Would you open your Bibles to Hebrews 11? I want to do an introductory sermon entitled “Understanding Faith.” Follow along as I read verses 1-3 and 6. "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    An Understanding Heart

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 20,827 views

    A message of encouragement for those finding it hard to understand scripture, and making decisions in life

    Understanding Heart Foundational Text: 1 Kings 3:5-14 In Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night: and God said, Ask what I shall give thee. (6) And Solomon said, Thou hast shewed unto thy servant David my father great mercy, according as he walked before thee in truth, and in ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Understanding Worship

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 5,362 views

    This message explains the shades of meaning of the word "worship" in the Hebrew and Greek languages. It then goes on to invite the reader to be a worshiper of God through Jesus Christ.

    UNDERSTANDING WORSHIP Pastor Eric J. Hanson July 15, 2007 Read I Chronicles 16:23-36 & Psalm 150. Worship: Hebrew is Shachah which means to prostrate in homage to God, to bow, to humbly beseech, do reverence, stoop down. Greek is Sumphemi which means to say jointly, to assent to. A second ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Evil Series

    Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,292 views

    The Bible unmasks evil so we can see it as it is and avoid it at all costs.

    Understanding Evil II Timothy 3:1-4 Purpose: To show what evil really looks like. Aim: I want the listener to know what evil really is and turn away from every form of it. INTRODUCTION: Paul is warning Timothy that there are difficult times ahead. This means that life was going to get ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Understanding Hanukkah

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 14, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,758 views

    Outline plus some thoughts which tell the story of Hanukkah and give some applications for Christians from this miracle which the Jews received from God.

    UNDERSTANDING HANUKKAH December 17, 2006 Pastor Eric J. Hanson Slide 2: Part of Daniel’s Prophecies • 8:15-20: Medo-Persian Empire • 21-22: Alexander the great and the four generals who divided the Greek empire at the time of his death • 23-24: Introduction to the character and abilities of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Understanding Obedience

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,817 views

    Christians are called to live a lifestyle of Obedience with Christ

    Understanding Obedience 1 John 3:21-24, James 1:22-27 May 17, 2009 Morning Service Introduction Imagine, if you will, that you work for a company whose president found it necessary to travel out of the country and spend an extended period of time abroad. So he says to you and the other trusted ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Understand The Scriptures

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 4, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,946 views

    The Lord directed His disciples back to the Scriptures, and when they understand it, they were filled with joy and hope. They saw the living Christ in their midst.

    Two disciples were walking with Jesus but they did not recognise him. • They could tell Jesus what had happened, but they did not understanding it. • Jesus said, “How foolish you are, and how slow of heart to believe all that the prophets have spoken!” (v.25) • He took time to explain the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Understanding Temptation

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 24, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,493 views

    Temptation can take us by surprise sometimes. We can get discouraged when we find ourselves giving in over and over. We get overwhelmed when it seems like we can't catch a break. What can we do? It's important that we understand what's going on so we can

    UNDERSTANDING TEMPTATION James 1:13-18 1) The difference between testing and temptation. • Testing is good; temptation is not (Vs. 17). Every good and perfect gift is from above. Therefore, since God doesn’t tempt anyone temptation is not good. However, it isn’t sin, since Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Understanding Of The Will Of God

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 22, 2017
     | 14,913 views

    IT’S DIFFICULT TO KNOW THE SOVEREIGN WILL OF GOD BECAUSE GOD'S WILL IS A WORK IN PROGRESS, AND THERE ARE SOME ASPECTS OF IT THAT WE MAY NOT KNOW RIGHT AWAY, AND MAY NOT KNOW COMPLETELY THIS SIDE OF HEAVEN.

    AN UNDERSTANDING OF THE WILL OF GOD PSALM 121 I WANT TO BEGIN TODAY BY SAYING THAT THIS IS A VERY DIFFICULT MESSAGE TO DELIVER TODAY. MESSAGES ON THE WILL OF GOD HAVE MANY DIFFERENT ROADS THAT THEY CAN TAKE, AND I WANT TO BE VERY CAREFUL AS TO WHICH ROADS WE GO DOWN TODAY. IT’S ALSO DIFFICULT IN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Understanding Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 17, 2017
     | 6,230 views

    When we give our lives to Jesus, we are called to a new understanding concerning life.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • As a public service today, I would like to offer up a few home remedies today. Please do not attempt these unless you are a professional. o If you are choking on an ice cube, don't panic. Simply pour a cup of boiling water down your throat and presto! The blockage will be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    Understanding Temptation Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Oct 31, 2016
     | 7,505 views

    Why do we sin against God? Why do we mess up, make terrible choices, and then have to live with the consequences? Why do we get ourselves into bondage to sin and certain destructive patterns of behavior?

    Understanding Temptation Matthew 4 Introduction: 1. Why do we sin against God? Why do we mess up, make terrible choices, and then have to live with the consequences? Why do we get ourselves into bondage to sin and certain destructive patterns of behavior? • Have you ever done something ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Understanding Grace Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 27, 2014
    based on 10 ratings
     | 31,382 views

    Grace. It is something we all want yet struggle to give or we struggle to see those who really don't deserve it, receive it. The fact is that we don't really understand grace then. What is Grace and how can it affect our entire life when we receive it?

    Understanding Grace What is Grace Unmerited favor By God’s Grace, you are saved(Ephesians 2:8-9) By God’s Grace, you are sanctified(Acts 13:43; By God’s Grace, you are to Serve (Ephesians 4 By God’s Grace, you are sustained (2 Corinthians 13:10 Intro Slide Good ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Nelson Emeonu avatar

    Understanding Prayer

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014
     | 5,425 views

    Prayer is the panacea for the world situation today.

    “Ask, and it shall be given you,seek and ye shall find, knock,and it shall be opened unto you; for everyone that asketh receiveth; and he that seeketh findeth;and to him that knocketh it shall be opened” (Matthew 7:7-8) “Ask, and you will be given what you ask for. Seek, and you ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Understanding The Will Of God

    Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014
     | 4,025 views

    Praying according to the will of God gives you the confidence that He hears you. God’s will is revealed strongly in His infallible word.

    “Wherefore be ye not unwise, but understanding what the will of the Lord is” (Ephesians 5:17) “Therefore do not be vague and thoughtless and foolish, but understanding and firmly grasping what the will of the Lord is”. (AMP) “Don't live carelessly, unthinkingly. ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    Understanding Grace

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Aug 17, 2015
     | 9,227 views

    Why Grace contains everything we need to grow and bear fruit

    Title: Understanding Grace 1.Statistics of what God is doing around the world A. Every day the average number added to the body of Christ worldwide averages 174,000. B. 3,500 new churches are opening every week worldwide. C. Every month another 15,000 in India are baptized as new believers ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God