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  • D. Greg Ebie avatar

    Catch The Wind

    Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Feb 26, 2006
    based on 17 ratings
     | 9,645 views

    CATCH THE WIND Energized by the Power of the Holy Spirit Notice Jude shows us three ways we can build ourselves up in the faith. Our faith is developed as we [1] pray in the Holy Spirit, [2] stay in the center of God’s love, and [3] keep open and ready

    CATCH THE WIND Energized by the Power of the Holy Spirit Jude 1:20-21 • Jude 1:20-21 (MsgB) [20] But you, dear friends, carefully build yourselves up in this most holy faith by praying in the Holy Spirit, [21] staying right at the center of God’s love, keeping your arms open and outstretched, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    When Things Don't Go As Planned

    Contributed by Dean Morgan on Oct 10, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 24,907 views

    I wish I could stand here today and tell you that if you serve the Lord you want ever have any problems in your life; I wish I could tell you that if you develop a close relationship with the Lord that you will always be in control of the circumstances th

    TEXT: John 11:1-44 One of the first things that I notice about this story is the relationship between this family and Jesus. It wasn’t a strained relationship or an odd one but it was one of closeness and intimacy. They didn’t just have a casual acquaintance but a close encounter ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Friendship

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 8, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 22,992 views

    A good friend is a good find. Developing positive friendships are the crowning jewels in our life. Someone once said, “A friend is a present you give yourself”. How should we choose our friends and how can we tell if we have a good one?

    FRIENDSHIP INTRODUCTION: There are different levels of friendship. We have people in our life who are acquaintances, people we like but only see once in a while, usually at a function. Then we have closer friends who we get together with on occasion. We might not see them too often but our level ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Learning To See God's Way Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jan 21, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,496 views

    Vision comes from clearly seeing what God has planned from the foundation of the world in Jesus. He calls us to develop fully devoted followers, those that do what He says because they love Him. We must have eyes only for Jesus if we are to succeed.

    Intro: The entire message of Hebrews seems to be that there is something better. What we find is that faith in Jesus doesn’t take away from our lives actually it brings better things. As I like to say, “The longer you know Jesus the gooder life gets.” Hebrews is a letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Overflowing With Hope

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015
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     | 7,651 views

    Trust is something that develops and grows through time and faithfulness. But without trust (faith) we cannot please God. When we read in God’s word that He has never failed anyone who put their trust in Him, that should do something for our trust level.

    Overflowing with Hope Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. 1. God wants to fill you with joy and peace 2. Your trust in Him will help facilitate that transaction 3. God wants you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Tender Mercies Of God

    Contributed by Jerry Lewis on Mar 27, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
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    How many Sermons have you heard about God’s Mercy? God’s Mercy is one of the Least Understood Facets of God’s Character. Mercy is an Attribute of God’s Nature that has often been Scoffed At. Mercy is a Powerful Force that Can & Should be Developed & U

    THE TENDER MERCIES OF GOD Ps 145:8-11 8 The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. 9 The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works. 10 All thy works shall praise thee, O LORD; and thy saints shall bless thee. 11 They shall speak of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Choosing The Best Series

    Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Sep 8, 2008
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     | 9,605 views

    First in a series of four messages on our church’s vision statement; this deals with our vision to "develop authentic, passionate Christians"; using Luke 10:38-42 and John 12:1-8, passages about Mary, I draw lessons from her passion to know Christ and wor

    Our Vision: Choosing the Best Luke 10:38-42; John 12:1-8 The story of the basset hound appeared in Tacoma, Washington newspaper. The dog’s name was Tattoo. The reporter wrote, “Tattoo didn’t plan on going for a run that evening, but when his owner accidentally shut the poor dog’s leash in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Judas Iscariot

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 26, 2015
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    Judas-probably the most notorious figure in history. But before we claim to be nothing like him I would say, “Hold on; not so fast.” We may not be a Judas but I do think we have the capability to develop some of his characteristics if we're not careful.

    JUDAS ISCARIOT We might look at the bad things people did in scripture-like Cain killing his brother Able or David committing adultery with Bathsheba or Peter denying he knew Jesus and think to ourselves, “I would never do such a thing”. This definitely holds true when it comes to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Should I Pray For Others?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 11, 2022
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     | 2,525 views

    Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give us the power to live a Holy Life

    Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Theme: Prayer Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Next Level: Patience

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 19, 2020
     | 3,309 views

    Seems many have developed a negative attitude about patience. I want patience right now! One of God's greatest tools of building faith is tested by learning and teaching patience. Can you hear God's call to the NEXT LEVEL? Give the gift of patience.

    THE NEXT LEVEL. : PATIENCE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com COMMENT: A pessimist sees a dark tunnel. An optimist sees the light at the end of the tunnel. A realist sees a freight train. The train engineer sees 3 idiots standing on the rail road tracks. I HAVE A QUESTION: FOR WHAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Favor, Don't Leave Home Without It Series

    Contributed by Caleb Anderson on Nov 7, 2016
     | 4,606 views

    Conviction can be cultivated. And the more passion you develop… the more clarity you get that this could be a mission from God that motivates me and matters to someone else. (It doesn’t have to be the last project I do… it probably won’t be…)

    Last time: Conviction can be cultivated Stories so far… life group jumping in and coming back for 6pm tear-down 33-year-old mom who didn’t realize they’re doing a dream already friend: “We came to this church because it’s real and not weird… And I didn’t ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Ronald Fair avatar

    Taking A Self-Inventory

    Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 2, 2001
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,185 views

    How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own weaknesses. Here are some simple steps in taking a self inventory

    TAKING A SELF-INVENTORY Is the Fruit of the Spirit developing in my life? How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    Eight Habits For Holy Living Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Sep 20, 2013
    based on 5 ratings
     | 28,779 views

    Developing eight habits. 1. Rejoice always 2. Pray without ceasing 3. Give thanks in everything 4. Don't put out God's fire 5. Listen to God's Word 6. Examine everything 7. Hold fast to what is good 8. Stay away from evil

    Eight Habits for Holy Living Our text for today is from First Thessalonians chapter five. Please follow along with me as I read: 16 Rejoice always; 17 pray without ceasing; 18 in everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 19 Do not quench the Spirit; 20 do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ed Young avatar

    Sound Communication Series

    Contributed by Ed Young on Jul 7, 2022
     | 1,519 views

    In this sermon, Ed and Lisa Young teach the do's and don’ts before saying, "I do." We'll learn that following biblical guidelines for conflict resolution will help us develop sound communication skills before it comes to saying: "We quit!"

    7 SENSES OF MARRIAGE : SOUND COMMUNICATION TALKING AND HEARING JANUARY 16, 2022, 9:30AM ED AND LISA YOUNG ED YOUNG: Thank you so much for being here today. We're talking about communication in marriage and if you're single, or if you are a student, if you're talking to someone, if ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Got Milk? Series

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 13, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 14,621 views

    You and I must adopt the very same craving for God’s Word as a baby has for the mother’s milk. We must develop in ourselves the need to read God’s Word and study it. We must become addicted to discussing the things of God with fellow believers.

    GOT MILK? 1 PETER 2:1-3 INTRODUCTION… Some History of Milk (healthyeating.org + milk.procon.org) 3100 BC Cows and milk were used in Ancient Egypt and other ancient cultures as a normal part of life. 1700-1200 BC In the Bible, the land of Palestine was described as “flowing with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ