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  • William Peterson avatar

    Narnia: Pictures In My Head

    Contributed by William Peterson on Nov 29, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
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    Developing your testimony, using C.S. Lewis and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe as an example

    PICTURES IN MY HEAD From Webster dictionary, 1913 - Testimony (noun) A solemn declaration or affirmation made for the purpose of establishing or proving some fact. 1 Peter 3:15-16 NIV 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Essentials Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,557 views

    Helping the audience to develop a sound theology of worship by identifying some of the necessary elements of worship

    1. Title: Essentials of Worship 2. Text: (several) 3. Audience: Villa Heights Christian Church, AM crowd., October 1, 2006, First in the series on worship “Stand in Awe” 4. Objectives: -for the people to understand what constitutes an “essential” in worship; to understand why the essentials of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Marilyn Murphree avatar

    How To Be A Friend Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 2, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,257 views

    How can we develop a friendship with Jesus rather than a mere acquaintanc relationship?

    April, 2007 “How to Be a Friend of Jesus” John 15:9-17 Introduction: A middle school teacher asked her class to write imaginative definitions of a friend. One student said, “A friend is a pair of open arms in a society of armless people.” Another said, “A friend is a warm bedroll on a cold and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    "Your Life As A Light"

    Contributed by Terry Brooks on Apr 10, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,598 views

    This sermon helps the hearer develop their relationship with God in order to be a light shining in this dark world.

    “Your Life as a Light” Matthew 5:14-16 Begin by playing “Waiting for the Light to Shine” from “Big River” Big River is my most favorite musical. In this story, Huck Finn is making his way through life and waiting for the “Light” to shine that will tell him what life is all about. Just as Huck is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Draw Me Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 18, 2013
     | 4,391 views

    The SoS shows the development of a romantic-intimate relationship between the bridegroom & his bride.

    The Secret of the Stairs Series “Draw Me” July 17, 2013 Introduction A The Song of Solomon is directed towards those who are already saved & have an understanding of Romans 6:11. Romans 6:11 (NASB) 11 Even so consider yourselves to be dead to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing Up In Nazareth Lesson 7 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 20, 2016
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    The Traits of Jesus. Develop Christlikeness by focusing on what Jesus learned and how He learned.

    A. INTRODUCTION Your example is Jesus. “That you should follow His steps” (1 Peter 2:21). You can develop Christlikeness by focusing on what Jesus learned and how He learned. You can become like Jesus and develop a disciplined character as He did. Even though these lessons will ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus & Prayer Series

    Contributed by Ruben Balejo on May 5, 2015
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    Relevant principles for all believers that would help in developing and sustaining a vibrant prayer life

    Introduction: That prayer is important and is powerful is a statement that I would like to believe most of us would agree on. Yet despite this firm belief, we all, at one time or another, or perhaps even now, struggle to maintain a strong and healthy prayer life. In fact, truth be told, of all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Success At Work Series

    Contributed by Herbert Cooper on Jun 19, 2013
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    How to have success at work: have purpose, integrity, self-development, intensity, and resolve.

    1. Work with a purpose Proverbs 16:3 Commit your work to the Lord, then it will succeed. (TLB) Proverbs 21:5 The plans of the diligent lead to profit as surely as haste leads to poverty. (NIV) 2 Timothy 4:7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Odell Belger avatar

    Grace From Galatians (5-19)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022
     | 1,970 views

    This far into the book of Galatians, I hope you have developed a fondness for this wonderful book.

    Those who have come from churches that taught legalism all their life have a greater appreciation for the book of Galatians than those who have been taught salvation by grace all their life. • Those who have been raised in the church all their life and came to know the Lord at an a age, do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    How To Turn On Your Prayer Life Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 12, 2020
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    Based on Roman 12:12 - This sermon encourages listeners to develop a stronger prayer life.

    “HOW TO TURN ON YOUR PRAYER LIFE” Rom. 12:12 FBCF – 9/13/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Max Lucado is such a great writer. Wrote this about prayer: “Most of our prayer lives could use a tune-up. Some prayer lives lack consistency. They're either a desert or an oasis. Long, arid dry spells interrupted ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    Spiritual Disciplines - Prayer (2) Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 13, 2021
     | 2,329 views

    Looking at developing spiritual habits to help us grow to become better connected to Jesus.

    Spiritual Disciplines - Prayer May 16, 2021 I would have to say one of the more difficult things for Christians to do is pray! If you’ve been doing it for years, then you might not think much about it. But if I were to take a survey of everyone in the room and at home, and ask, if you want to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Personal God

    Contributed by David Cramer on Aug 11, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,053 views

    A message on developing or redeveloping a more personal relationship with Jesus Christ even in the times of COVID.

    The Personal God Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    The Power Of Prayer Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 14, 2022
     | 3,485 views

    Based on James 5:13-18 - Encourages hearers to develop a powerful prayer life.

    “THE POWER OF PRAYER” James 5:13-18 FBCF – 10/13/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – A fellow pastor friend of mine & I were walking out of restaurant recently. Group of about 8 businessmen seated at table. As we walked by, all of their heads were bowed down. Looked like they were praying. But we quickly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Dobbs avatar

    A Time For Prayer

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 4, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,843 views

    Many people have a difficult time developing a strong prayer life in their Christian walk.

    Introduction Many people have a difficult time developing a strong prayer life in their Christian walk. Sometimes prayer is stronger when things are a struggle. If that is true, then we should be a praying people right now! The concept of prayer is fairly simple. Someone once said, “I don’t feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What Is The Arithmetic Of The Christian Life?

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jul 23, 2023
     | 729 views

    Peter gives direction for growing Christians regarding the character qualities to develop in our lives.

    1 Peter was written to comfort and support believers amidst misery and mistreatment, which was an outer attack. This epistle was composed to causation against an inside (inward) attack, lack of concern and sin. Here, Peter gives the antitoxin for dormancy and foolishness in the Christian life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible