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  • Russ Witkowski avatar

    Igniting A Passion For God Series

    Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 6, 2002
    based on 25 ratings
     | 8,109 views

    This teaching is part one on how to develop a passion for God.

    02/20/02 IGNITING A PASSION FOR GOD I 2 CO 6:14-18 BY PASTOR RUSS WITKOWSKI Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness? 15 What harmony is there between Christ and Belial? What does a believer ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Definition Of Christianity

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,023 views

    This sermon is an effort to clarify the true meaning of the term "Christianity."

    Scripture: Acts 11:26 Title: “A Definition of Christianity” Introduction: What a sweet, suggestive title “Christian.” They were called after the name of Christ because they had believed on Him, and turned to Him, and were now, with full purpose of heart, living for Him. Wouldn’t it be wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Definition Christianity

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,929 views

    This is an attempt to clear up the blurred condition in the minds of people concerning the basics of Christianity.

    Scripture: Acts 11:26 Title: “A Definition of Christianity” Introduction: What a sweet, suggestive title “Christian.” They were called after the name of Christ because they had believed on Him, and turned to Him, and were now, with full purpose of heart, living for Him. Wouldn’t it be wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Choosing The Right Gift Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Jul 27, 2009
     | 3,956 views

    2nd in a series on James for summer 2009

    During my undergrad years at Cal State Hayward I read about an experiment to determine if rats would seek out new places of safety when faced with danger. It involved random low-level shocks to the cage and a random "shock free" zone. After a while, instead of seeking a place that was free from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Live Like The Child God Would Be Proud Of

    Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 17, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,312 views

    We have been given a new identity and status as children of God. So live your life like the child of the King in ways that would make him proud of you.

    LIVE LIKE THE CHILD GOD WOULD BE PROUD OF Colossians 3:1-17 INTRO Recently, I had a very interesting conversation with a Christian who had been very seriously ill -- so much so that it appears she nearly died. But her experience left her with no fear of death. On the contrary she described the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Outworking Of Glory Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 10, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 4,429 views

    Jesus asked for His glory to be restored so He could fully exercise His authority. The “glory of God” is the radiance of His splendor. It’s an attribute of His attributes. When Jesus took a sacrificial interest in us, this was the outworking of glory.

    “The Outworking of Glory” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “For You granted Him authority over all people that He might give eternal life to all those You have given Him. Now this is the way to have eternal life: to know You, the only true God, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Johnnie Travis on Sep 7, 2005
    based on 40 ratings
     | 9,550 views

    Why should we forgive?

    MATTHEW 18:21-35 I want to give credit for parts of this sermon to Richard Donovan at Sermonwriter.com, also the illustration is one I have heard and don’t know to whom I owe credit. Forgive me Please? Our text for this Sunday is about forgiveness. It is a difficult word to hear, because we find ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Necessary God

    Contributed by Steven Shubert on Sep 24, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 9,614 views

    God must become more than a hobby or a secondary thing in our life; He must become A Necessary God.

    Job 23:12 I. Introduction A. Rarely do I take only one verse such as this and build an entire message around it; 1. However, I have felt strongly impressed to emphasize the words that Job is stating here; a. I strongly believe that each of us needs to develop the sort of relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Trusting God When Life Becomes Too Real

    Contributed by Denise Raterta on Feb 8, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 4,943 views

    When a Christian meets unbearable ordeals, how does he move on with his faith in God still intact? How do we reconcile God’s goodness and mercy with life’s atrocities to believers like us?

    TRUSTING GOD WHEN LIFE BECOMES TOO REAL A teenager drowned in the sea during a Church youth camp. A large group of believers who gathered for a pastors’ convention were all killed in a hotel fire accident. A faithful and talented evangelist acquired acute diabetes and had to have both his legs ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Killing God !

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 24, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,342 views

    We have seen churches burned sense the early times of mans existence. Time after time, the ungodly take it upon themselves to try to change the course of mankind’s involvement with God.

    Killing God ! COLUMBUS, Ohio - A church that burned to the ground earlier month was deliberately set on fire, officials announced Wednesday. The fire took place on Feb. 10 at the Full Gospel Sons of God Church, located at 1200 Vera ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Let The Spirit Give You Greater Wisdom, Counsel And Knowledge

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 27, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,004 views

    We all need more wisdom, counsel and knowledge. Ask the Lord to help you to gain greater insights from the Spirit in all aspects of your personal life, relationships and ministries.

    Let the Spirit Give You Greater Wisdom, Counsel and Knowledge (Isa 11:2) Illustration: The Lord gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. --Proverbs 2:6 Are there any limits to the knowledge we can acquire? With today’s amazing technology we are able to tap into incredible ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Missing The Boat

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2005
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,901 views

    Why do so many seem to miss the hour of visitation? Why do we fail to receive the good things God has for us?

    30, January 2004 Dakota Community Church Missing the Boat Introduction: When we take communion I always point this out. Jesus came to the people who were waiting for Him and yet they missed Him. In spite of all the attention grabbing signs, in spite of healings, in spite of miracles, in spite of ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Dedication, Building Dedication

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 27, 2005
    based on 89 ratings
     | 73,287 views

    Dedication is Costly. The Dedication of this building has been costly to some of us. Physically, mentally, emotionally, it hasn’t been necessarily an easy ride, but we are finally here. The high cost of dedication takes me back to Solomon’s dedicat

    Intro: Bertoldo de Giovanni is a name even the most enthusiastic lover of art is unlikely to recognize. He was the pupil of Donatello, the greatest sculptor of his time, and he was the teacher of Michelangelo, the greatest sculptor of all time. Michelangelo was only 14 years old when he came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of A True Love!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Feb 4, 2005
    based on 405 ratings
     | 125,604 views

    IN OUR TEXT TODAY, WE WILL DISCUSS 3 THINGS ABOUT LOVE: 1. THE VALUE OF LOVE, 2. THE TEST OF LOVE, AND 3. THE PERMANENCY OF LOVE!

    The Power of a True Love 1 Corithians 13:1-13 Illustrations Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Certainty Of God's Promises Series

    Contributed by Matthew Cook on May 3, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 18,057 views

    Can God’s promises be relied upon?

    The Certainty of God’s Promise May 1, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction Present the following illustration on promises: We live in an era of unkept promises. Nations sign important treaties and then break them at will. And many couples show little regard for their wedding vows. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist