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  • Eddie Snipes avatar

    Understanding Faith Series

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jan 4, 2003
    based on 139 ratings
     | 29,609 views

    What every Christian should know about faith. This sermon examines true biblical faith: what faith is; how we live by faith; how our faith grows.

    Understanding Faith Faith is a foundational principle in the scriptures. If we don’t have faith, we don’t have salvation. The Bible tells us that without faith, it is impossible to please God, therefore understanding faith is critical. If we don’t understand faith then we will not understand our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How A Church Can Change For The Better

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 186 ratings
     | 41,696 views

    In this message, we explore five paradigm shifts that a church can make to have a better future. This is a kind of "halftime" talk from a pastor/coach to the congregation/team.

    To compete for a championship, during a game a great team has to make some adjustments. I sometimes think of the New Year as a kind of halftime. My personal internal calendar starts in August when the kids go back to school. The first semester is over. Now, it’s the halftime before the second ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding People's Unresponsiveness Series

    Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 8,684 views

    A surprise, a realization, an encouragement and a reality check for understanding why more people don’t respond to the Christian message.

    After I became a Christian, I wanted to find a way to share the good news of Christ with my non-Christian friends and family members. I was convinced that if I could find just the right approach, just the right technique, all of my unbelieving friends would come to faith in Christ. At first I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Forgive..."

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 110 ratings
     | 7,934 views

    This is the 2nd in a two-part message on our responsibility to forgive based on God’s forgiveness of us. This part focuses on our forgiveness to others.

    January 19, 2003 Matthew 18:28-35 ¡§Forgive¡K¡¨ INTRODUCTION Every now and then, Tammy will surprise me by using a new word that I would not expect her to use. She calls it her ¡§word for the day¡¨, and she¡¦ll find every situation possible to use it as often as she can for that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Speak Up!

    Contributed by Rex Williams on Jan 27, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,031 views

    To create resolve that people will look for ways to reconcile those who are estranged from God, even for those who have made decisions to end another’s life through abortion or euthanasia and to combat the growing acceptance of ‘death with dignity’ by spe

    Purpose: To motivate hearers to be proactive about the sacred nature of human life. January 22nd is the day the United States Supreme Court ruled on the Roe v. Wade case making abortion legal for any reason during the entire term of pregnancy. Since that decision (and it’s neighbor Doe v. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Declaring War On Sin

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 8, 2003
    based on 67 ratings
     | 4,123 views

    If we desire to know God, we must declare war on sin.

    For the past few weeks, we’ve been talking about seeking God. What it means to pursue God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. And why it’s necessary to do so; why it’s not only desirable and beneficial, but even essential, that we continue striving for God throughout our lives. Last week, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Shortcuts In Success Series

    Contributed by Larry Thompson on Feb 16, 2003
    based on 146 ratings
     | 54,523 views

    Second in the leadership series this message deals with the DANGER that awaits any leader who foolishly thinks they can take a shortcut in accomplishing God’s will for their life.

    LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP – PART TWO NO SUCCESS IN SHORTCUTS GENESIS 16:1-4 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) INTRODUCTION: One of the strengths of studying leadership principles in the life of biblical leaders is in the assurance that there will be no whitewashing, no glossing over sin or failure—just the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Perfect Father

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 15, 2001
    based on 184 ratings
     | 29,859 views

    In this message we will see what we can learn about fatherhood from the perfect father...

    The Perfect Father "Be imitators of God...." Eph 5:1 Introduction "You, " said the doctor to his patient, "are in terrible shape you’ve got to do something about it. First, tell your wife to cook more nutritious meals. Stop working like a dog. Also inform your wife you’re going to make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Make Or Break A Dad

    Contributed by Steve Malone on May 23, 2001
    based on 433 ratings
     | 29,425 views

    In this message we will look at Luke 15 and we will see the ways we make and break our dads (also how we make and break our heavenly Father).

    "HOW TO MAKE OR BREAK A DAD" TEXT: LUKE 15:11-24 INTRODUCTION TODAY IS FATHER’S DAY, HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO ALL THE DADS OUT THERE. LET’S BE HONEST THOUGH FATHER’S DAY IS JUST NOT AS BIG AS MOTHER’S DAY. THAT’S NOT SOUR GRAPES, THAT’S THE TRUTH. ON MOTHER’S DAY THERE IS A HIGHER ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Attributes Of God - Glory To One Who Knows Everything

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 21, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,095 views

    Praises for the attributes of God as one who is the ultimate glory to one who knows everything

    204. Glory – I praise you for being my glorious one in whom is my renown. “For you are their glory and strength, and by your favor you exalt our horn. (Psa. 89:17) 205. Glory Of the Lord – Lord, I praise you for the fact that you deserve all the glory instead of any person or organization. Thank ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Terror From The Heavens

    Contributed by Norm Miller on Sep 17, 2001
    based on 76 ratings
     | 3,634 views

    This sermon uses the tragic events of Sept. 11 and 2 Chron 7:14 to call the Church to repentance.

    Terror from the heavens By Norman Miller preached at New Hope Baptist Church September 16, 2001 September 11, 2001---a day emblazoned in the collective American memory---a day that has burned into my heart an emotional collage of sympathy, anger, grief, love, and, yes, forgiveness. At 8:45 a.m. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Witch's Invitation Series

    Contributed by Johnny Small on Jan 18, 2002
    based on 189 ratings
     | 17,227 views

    3rd in series of Taking Up Your Cross in Today’s World. This sermon is to inform Christians of the snares of the occult and how to recognize them.

    A Witch’s Invitation Several years ago Christian music artist Carman produced a song and video entitled "A Witch’s Invitation." Very seldom do you hear Christian artist or even Pastors telling about the snares of the occult. What I want to discuss tonight is the occult. The definition of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Pure In An Impure World

    Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 244 ratings
     | 46,314 views

    We live in a culture that attempts to pull us contrary to our life in Christ. This sermon examines some helps to maintain a holy focus.

    Living Pure in an Impure World Psalm 119:9-11 9 How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. 10 With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! 11 Your word I have hidden in my heart, That I might not sin against You! I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inviting People To The Party

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 178 ratings
     | 34,301 views

    Imagine that your dad is rich, fabulously rich.

    Imagine that your dad is rich, fabulously rich. He’s hosting a Superbowl party at his house. The food will be awesome. For example, the steak sandwiches are filets. He has a mega family room with two giant screen TVs - one on each end of the room. In case the game is boring, your dad’s pool, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Its A Long Hard Road

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 61 ratings
     | 7,651 views

    The road may be long and hard, but Jesus is good to see us through.

    IT'S A LONG HARD ROAD. Acts 9:9-19 There is a very real and dangerous misconception which has been circulating for some time among church folk. I don't know when, or how, it all began but it's present toll upon the individual lives of the followers of Jesus is mounting. The deadly idea which has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ