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  • Steven Simala Grant avatar

    Get In Step With The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,176 views

    We all find the idea of letting God set the pace, and the direction, and leading us, somewhat difficult because we want to be in control of our lives – we want to set the pace, we want to set the direction, we want to be in charge. A full life is when Go

    Get In Step With The Spirit Gal 5:13-26 Sept 17, 2006 Intro: How many of you have ever danced – and before you answer, I don’t mean like turning your stereo on in your house when you are all alone with your hairbrush in your hand like a microphone; and I don’t mean like the way people dance ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Wisely Or Wisdom From Above Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Jul 2, 2018
     | 6,289 views

    Message 18 in our exposition of James. This message covers 3:15-18 instructing us to live wisely followed by several insights regarding wisdom from above and wisdom from earthly , soulish and demonic sources.

    Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Wisdom from Above” or "Living Wisely" The book of James is all about what it looks like to live by genuine faith. James recorded numerous instructions (51) that a person living by faith readily obeys because they are God’s instructions. James described ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    The Tongue

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010
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     | 8,713 views

    Spring cleaning. Time to get our house in order. So as a child of God, let's start with the dirtiest place. The tongue.

    2010Apr11.Sermon.Builders/Destroyers.The Tongue, Wisdom Comes From Above By William Akehurst, BA HSWC Spring cleaning. Time to get our house in order. So as a child of God, let's start with the dirtiest place. The tongue. I hear dogs have clean tongues. I don't believe it. I saw a woman at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Imitators Of Christ"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 13, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,421 views

    A sermon about seeking to adopt the attitude of Jesus.

    “Imitators of Christ” Philippians 2:1-10 A mother was making breakfast for her two little boys—Kevin and Ryan. The boys starting arguing over who was going to get the first pancake, and so their mom saw this as the perfect opportunity for a moral lesson. “Now boys, hold on a minute. Let me ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Jeremy James avatar

    God's Will Is Greener On The Other Side Of The Fence Series

    Contributed by Jeremy James on Nov 21, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,646 views

    We must learn contentment wherever God places us.

    Today I am beginning a series which I have entitled. The Gospel According to Bruce Over the next 5 weeks the messages will contain video clips from the movie Bruce Almighty. For those of you who haven’t seen the movie, the story line goes like this. Bruce is a fluff news reporter for the local ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Encouragement To Spiritual Unity

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,713 views

    Philippians 2:1-11 teaches us the nature of spiritual unity.

    Scripture We are in a series of sermons on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting, Paul gave thanks to God for them, and prayed for them. As he began the body his letter, Paul wanted them to know that despite his imprisonment, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Descending Into Greatness Series

    Contributed by Steve Bond on Oct 30, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,237 views

    Putting others before ourselves will bring us to our knees. Learning to give ourselves away is also the first step to a deeper experience of true joy.

    There is something that stirs deeply within us when a man or woman gives up their life for another. A few decades ago Roger Rosenblatt wrote a moving tribute in Time Magazine. It was about a passenger on Air Florida Flight 90 that crashed into the Potomac River. The nameless 50-some-year old man ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    James 3:16 Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Aug 21, 2016
     | 8,339 views

    This was a part of our 3:16 series and this message looks at how we can get to the place that we Agree to Disagree with others.

    James 3:16 The date was October 1st 1770 and the event was the funeral of noted evangelist of the time George Whitfield. Whitfield was a contemporary of John Wesley and Wesley had been asked by Mr. Whitfield to deliver the funeral message. It is interesting to note that their relationship went ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    I Want What You've Got

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 1, 2019
     | 3,936 views

    Envy leads to destruction

    I Want what you’ve got (James 4:1-4) Intro: Once there was an eagle (Bald Eagle) who was envious of another (Golden Eagle) that could fly better than he could. He asks an Indian warrior to help him kill the Golden eagle. The Warrior agreed but ask for some of his feathers to put on his arrows. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Earthly Wisdom Vs. Godly Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jul 10, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,684 views

    The Test of Wisdom (James 3:13) 1) Earthly Wisdom (James 3:14-16) 2) Godly Wisdom (James 3:17-18)

    The Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins by affirming that "Canada is founded upon the principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law." This week’s minor controversy about God’s presence in the preamble--was set off, indirectly, by a Quebec ruling upholding a Catholic high ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Humility: The Key To A Like-Minded Church Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 4, 2003
    based on 56 ratings
     | 12,534 views

    I know God has great plans and great purpose for this church. It could be threatened by disharmony. From people not being likeminded. We need to pray and use these incentives to claim like-mindedness for the sake and cause of Jesus Christ.

    Introduction There was a young man who was a candidate for the ministry. He was about to preach his very first sermon. As he went up to preach he new he was well prepared and he had confidence in his abilities. Before he started to preach the veteran pastor who saw him approach the pulpit with an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Right Kind Of Wisdom Series

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jul 25, 2011
     | 5,301 views

    James teaches us about several kinds of wisdom. This message points to those types and gives the RIGHT one to seek.

    How to Do Life The Right Kind of Wisdom James 3:13-18 Have you ever met someone who seemingly was a great intellect (book-smart) but had no ‘common’ (horse) sense? It’s almost the mad scientist persona where he can perform great academic feats but has trouble tying his shoe. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Butler avatar

    Chronos: James #7 Series

    Contributed by Robert Butler on Feb 28, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,624 views

    Wise in the world competes with wisdom of the Lord and our call to be peacemakers.

    A few weeks ago, we started a year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament today. Hence the reason we are calling this message series Chronos. It's a word that means “time.” We will be journeying through time back to the start of the early church. We will be doing this by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Michael Monica avatar

    What Does The Bible Say About Jealousy Series

    Contributed by Michael Monica on Aug 2, 2021
     | 1,309 views

    What Does the Bible Say About Jealousy

    What Does the Bible Say About Jealousy James 3:16 For where jealousy and selfish ambition exist, there will be disorder and every vile practice. Proverbs 27:4 Wrath is cruel, anger is overwhelming, but who can stand before jealousy? 1 Corinthians 3:3 For you are still of the flesh. For while ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Honor One Another Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 14, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,275 views

    We are commanded to honor others as Christ has honored us.

    “One another” verses: • “Accept one another the, just as Christ accepted you, in order to bring praise to God” (Romans 15:7). • “You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love” (Galatians 5:13). • “Be kind and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist