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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Demonic Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 12,301 views

    Many churches operate with demonic wisdom rather than with heavenly wisdom. James confronts us, calling us to recognise the evil that can destroy us.

    JAMES 3:13-16 DEMONIC WISDOM “If you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic. For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 30, 2008
     | 17,137 views

    What does wisdom from above look like? What would happen in a church displaying such heavenly wisdom? James gives us the answer to these questions.

    JAMES 3:17, 18 DIVINE WISDOM “The wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. And a harvest of righteousness is sown by those who make peace” James called for people of wisdom to identify themselves. Those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Putting Faith Over Family Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 6, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,097 views

    Family is foundational but following Christ must come first.

    Putting Faith Over Family Luke 14:25-27 Rev. Brian Bill 6/6/10 The Bridger Wilderness Area in Wyoming is one of the most pristine areas for hiking in the United States (besides Wisconsin). A number of years ago hikers were asked to fill out comment cards. Here are some actual comments… * ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 3: Organization Vs. Organism Series

    Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Dec 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,018 views

    An indepth look at what it means to be the body of Christ. If He is the head of the body, the foundation of the kingdom, then we are simply body parts, cells, bricks. What does it mean to be an armpit?

    ORGANIZATION VS. ORGANISM “He is before all things, and in him all things hold together. And he is the head of the body, the church…” Colossians 1: 17-18a Indeed, Babel has had its effect throughout history. We can ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fathering

    Contributed by Ed Cole on Jun 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 31,543 views

    A classic sermon by Dr. Edwin Louis Cole about how a father should teach, love, give to, and do things for his children.

    (Sermon Central Subscribers’ Free Gift: www.MajoringInMen.com/SermonCentral) Introduction 1. Ephesians 6:1-4 2. 1 Kings 2:2 3. Genesis 2:15 – Guide, guard, govern, Prophet, priest, king Five Things a Father Must Teach His Children 1. The attributes of God. 2. Who Jesus Christ is, what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Too Christian, Too Pagan Series

    Contributed by Josh Reich on May 29, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,941 views

    Most Christians want to take Jesus into their world, but feel inadequate to do so. Instead, we build walls to keep the world out, which isn’t the answer either. This sermon helps give steps to help people show Jesus in their world without selling out.

    Good morning everyone. My name is Josh, and I am one of the leaders here at Beginnings. We are really glad you decided to hang out with us this morning. Let’s pray as we move on this morning. Maybe you are able to relate to that clip. Many of us want to make a difference in our world. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Our Great Purpose Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 30, 2011
     | 4,960 views

    Exploring the principles of serving one another in the assembly with the gifts God has provided.

    “Pursue love, and earnestly desire the spiritual gifts, especially that you may prophesy. For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters mysteries in the Spirit. On the other hand, the one who prophesies speaks to people for their upbuilding ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Time To Weep, A Time To Laugh

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,968 views

    The Birth of Isaac. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: Genesis chapter 21 verses 1-21. Ill: One stormy night an elderly couple entered the lobby of a small hotel and asked for a room: • The clerk said they were full; • And they would probably find so were all the hotels in town. “But I can’t send a fine ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Purpose In The Process

    Contributed by Jeff Poor on Sep 11, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 21,190 views

    There is a reason and purpose why God doesn't change us overnight. There's Purpose in the Process.

    Title: Purpose in the Process (Timeless Truths Wk 1) Text: Galatians 5:16-26 Bottom Line: There is a reason and purpose why God doesn't change us overnight. There's Purpose in the Process. Intro Welcome to our first service at our new permanent, temporary location! Where are all my 1st service ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Believe Better Than We Behave Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 20, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    Confronting the normal tendency to promote our own interests,even while surrendering to the reign of God’s Spirit, goes a long way toward promoting unity within the congregation.

    JAMES 4:1–3 WE BELIEVE BETTER THAN WE BEHAVE “What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you? Is it not this, that your passions are at war within you? You desire and do not have, so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain, so you fight and quarrel. You do not have, because you do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    The High Cost Of Friendship With The World Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 19,049 views

    Friendship with the world is enmity with God. Can any Christian truly afford the price demanded so that we can be friends with the world?

    JAMES 4:4 THE HIGH COST OF FRIENDSHIP WITH THE WORLD “You adulterous people! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Therefore whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God.” Ouch! James is not nice! He calls fellow Christians harsh names ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Divine Guidelines For Marriage – Part Ii Series

    Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 1, 2016
     | 4,024 views

    The Old Testament commandment was “Don’t commit adultery” but Jesus goes beyond the command to expose the heart-attitude of lust which leads to adultery.

    Divine Guidelines for Marriage – Part II Chuck Brooks, Pastor-Teacher, GraceWay Church February 21, 2016 Last time we answered the question for the single person who wants to get married, “How can I, as a single person waiting for the right mate, control myself?”: (1) Channel ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Milk Or Meat Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 4, 2014
     | 10,246 views

    1) The Cause (1 Corinthians 3:1–3a), 2) The Symptoms (1 Corinthians 3:3b–4), and 3) The Cure (1 Corinthians 3:5-9) for division.

    When Companies struggle with human or mechanical processes, they hire experts which come into and identify faulty processes. Often those who engage in a task every day, become blind to the problems. They often fail to see the pitfalls before them. The Corinthian believers had an especially hard ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Brian Bill avatar

    From Fans To Followers Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 9, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,824 views

    God wants to move you from being a fickle fan to become a faithful follower.

    From Fans to Followers Mark 3:7-19 Rev. Brian Bill April 9-10, 2016 What do you think of large crowds? • A record crowd of 170,000 watched the Kentucky Derby in 2015. • Over 115,000 fans gathered to watch Michigan play Notre Dame in 2013. • 3.5 million attended the largest ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gospel Chains

    Contributed by Greg Yort on Apr 23, 2018
     | 7,684 views

    First, God advances the gospel through our difficult circumstances, intercessory prayers, and good news testimonies.

    Sermon Idea God calls all followers of Christ to advance the gospel. Textual Idea Paul recognized his imprisonment was the will of God to advance the gospel of Christ, encouraging the Philippian ‘saints’ or ‘followers of Christ’ to stand firm side by side as partners, in prayer for one another, ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God