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  • Fred Sigle avatar

    The Effects Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Mar 7, 2007
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     | 9,799 views

    God has always blessed men and women of faith. He still does today. However, God will take a people and His church as far as their faith will take them.

    THE EFFECTS OF FAITH A. FEAR is certainly prevalent in our society. 1. Saturday, a week ago, our nation marked the third anniversary of 9/11. a. Although we heard the word "TERRORISM" in newscasts and read about in newspapers, it was something that did not affect America only other ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Investing Faith Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,270 views

    Authentic faith is generous towards God, while artificial faith is greedy.

    Foolproof – A Study of James INVESTING Faith – James 5:1-6 Insert: I want the ushers to come to the front w/ the offering plates and I want you to pull out your wallets/purses. This is a stick up! I don’t want anyone to get hurt. So if you’ll calmly drop all your money and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Is More

    Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 12, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,509 views

    I’m calling God’s people in my care to develop a faith in Jesus that goes beyond mental assent (belief) to include emotional reliance (trust) and active obedience (loyalty).

    Introduction: The Bible tells us that "without faith it is impossible to please God" (Hebrews 11:6). The Bible says, "The righteous will live by faith" (Romans 1:17). That makes me think that faith is very important -- even vital. But what is faith? The Bible commands us to "stand firm in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    A Great Faith

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Mar 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,544 views

    Every person is capable of demonstrating great faith in God.

    A GREAT FAITH Matthew 8:5-13 INTRODUCTION Please open your bibles to Matthew 8:5-13. This passage says that Jesus was amazed at the centurion’s faith and healed his servant. Jesus said that he had not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. What makes one’s faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In Faith, Unity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2007
    based on 79 ratings
     | 16,272 views

    Several 100 yrs ago, Augustine said "In faith unity. In doubtful things, liberty. In all things love". How can we apply that concept to our mission as a church?

    OPEN: There’s a Methodist minister named J. Gordon Melton who has an interesting hobby. He collects lists of church denominations in the United States... and his research has revealed there are 1517 different recognized denominations in USA. He includes all kinds of groups, including cults such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Legacy Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 11, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,582 views

    What will people remember about you? Why not leave behind a legacy of faith for others to pass on!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • What was the memory verse from last week? • What about from 2 weeks ago? • Today I am going to give you a memory verse break. • Today we will be in 2 Timothy 3:14-15. This is not one of the verses I have committed to memory, but it is a good one to remember. Next week’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Shared Faith

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,164 views

    A look at the faith shared with Timothy and Eunice

    It wasn’t easy. She loved her husband but it was so difficult to share a life with someone who didn’t share your faith. You would think it would only be an issue on Sundays but it was an issue every day of the week. And children only complicated the matter; her priorities for the kids were ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    A Mother's Faith

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on May 14, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 11,737 views

    This is a mother’s day sermon that focusses on the Gentile mother whose daughter was possessed by an evil spirit.

    Title: "A Mother’s Faith" Text: Mark 7:24-30, (Matthew 15:21-28) Date: May 13, 2007 (Mother’s Day) Location: Sulphur Spring Baptist Church Today is Mother’s Day, the day we set aside each year to recognize and honor our Mothers. Now since I’m obviously not a mother, I don’t know what kind of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Power Of Faith

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 21, 2007
    based on 51 ratings
     | 41,588 views

    Jesus comes to us as the "I Am" in the situation we are in. His power is not confined to or limited by circumstances. We are to trust that He always acts on time, in His own way, to accomplish a greater purpose.

    Martha’s brother Lazarus was dead. • Jesus said to Martha: “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believers in me will never die.” (John 11:25) Martha sees God’s answer as something that can happen only in the future. • Her ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Faith That Overcomes

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 28, 2007
    based on 25 ratings
     | 9,548 views

    We must see Jesus and hear His voice in the midst of the storms of life. He will enable us to stay above the challenges if we stay focused on Him, all the way.

    Jesus reached out His hand and grabbed Peter, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” (14:31) • This line is a revelation - if Peter had not doubted, he would have been walking still. • If he had not allowed the wind to distract him, he could have reached Jesus, still afloat. According to Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Gift Of Faith

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on May 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,015 views

    Preached at Academy Christmas Program

    “THE GIFT OF FAITH” PBCA Christmas Program December 12, 2006 Thank you students, what a wonderful job! It’s true the real gift of Christmas is the gift of faith. Yet, it’s so sad that with all the lights, glitter and extravaganza that wraps up the countless other ’gifts’ of the season our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faith Is The Victory Series

    Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,283 views

    Lesson 10 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

    Faith is the Victory #10 of 11 Lessons from 1 John I. Introduction A. Valvano and Victory 1. Former NC State coach’s first college coaching job. a) He was 23 years old and coaching at a small school. b) He was known for his overwhelming desire to be victorious. c) A player finally got the nerve to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Sincere Faith

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 2, 2007
     | 5,304 views

    A Mother’s Day message that looks at the product of godliness conveyed to children.

    “I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Faith Family Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 3, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,214 views

    Like a family the church needs to show respect, give provision, and use proper discipline.

    I Timothy #5 CHCC: May 13, 2007 (MOTHER’S DAY) The Faith Family I Timothy 5 INTRODUCTION: Have any of you been confronted with a “good news, bad news” situation lately? I heard about a man who got a call from his doctor. The doctor said, “Your test results are in, and I’ve got good news ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Faithful Woman

    Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 9,396 views

    A sermon using the story of Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine as the major illustration to communicate the story of the Syrophonecian-Canaanite woman.

    In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three-In-One who gives us salvation, despite who we truly are. Dear Brother and sisters in Christ. When have you been persistent? Have you ever been persistent, with God? There is a very old old story about a woman, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran