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  • DAN SANTIAGO avatar

    Living By Faith

    Contributed by Dan Santiago on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,406 views

    Abraham’s faith is an excellent example that must be imitated by Christians.

    LIVING BY FAITH Hebrews 11:8-19 INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION Two boys were playing in the snow one day, when one said to the other, "Let us see who can make the straightest path in the snow." His companion readily accepted the proposition, and they started. One boy fixed his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Foundational Faith Series

    Contributed by Larry Hooks on Mar 14, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,523 views

    How to activate your faith!

    A Faith that Works Now Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. (Hebrews 11:1) To believe is not to know, belive is to accept something without evidence. To believe is not to know, Paul says I know in whom I believe and I am persuaded and I*m fully ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Character Of Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,243 views

    This is the 6th is a series on fruits of the Spirit, namely The Character of a Christian: Faithfulness.

    I. What does the word faithful mean in today’s society? Are you? A) always faithful B) sometimes faithful or C) seldom faithful? Maybe you apply it to certain topics: What about to your job, or employer: A) always faithful B) sometimes faithful or C) seldom faithful? How about when we apply ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Judging Faith Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,567 views

    Artificial Faith is marked by critical, judgemental spirit.

    Foolproof – JUDGING Faith James 4:10-12 Recap: We’ve been studying in James about how to have a foolproof faith – a faith that can’t be fooled into embracing anything not of God if you’re saved, and a faith that can’t fool you into thinking you’re saved when you’re lost. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful In Marriage Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 2, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,146 views

    Marriage is hard work, but God can help us improve our marriages.

    A. I hope you have been encouraged and inspired as we have been addressing the topic of faithfulness this fall. 1. During the first four sermons of the series I tried to drive home the point that God is faithful, and that our faithfulness is to be in response to His faithfulness. 2. I have also ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Faith Or Fear

    Contributed by Paul Stokes on Dec 20, 2005
     | 4,241 views

    Carol Service sermon looking at responses to Jesus - Herod’s fear and the Magi’s faith.

    According to the Daily Mail, being here is good for you! In a section entitled "Making the most of your life" the Mail gave 12 reasons as to why this special time can be good for you and why you should rejoice on Christmas Day, one of which was ’Carol Singing’ It stirs the soul and takes us back ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Footprints Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 29, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,549 views

    Discover the impact Mary’s faith had on her and how it is a model for us in unexpected times.

    “Footprints of Faith” Luke 1:26-38 [Come in from “Life of Mary” video clip] INTRO: When I think about Mary, one word blankets my mind: F-A-I-T-H! Every step of the way was a step of faith. Think about it – from… • The angel’s announcement • The public’s response • Joseph’s surprise • Joseph’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Faithful God

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Dec 2, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 12,197 views

    How to draw comfort from the faithfulness of our Great God during our fight of faith

    Faithful God Foundational Text: Deuteronomy 7:9 Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations; I believe the Lord has stirred me up this morning, to stir you up this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Faith Of Mary

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Dec 6, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,925 views

    This sermon looks at Mary and the faith she displayed and garners lessons about faith. It ends with a call to faith in action.

    The Faith ?Of Mary Dr. Tim Smith? Luke 1:26-38 Video: Why Is It Me. Why is it me God has asked? It must have been a question with which Mary wrestled. Mary has captured the attention and affection of generations of believers, but more importantly, she caught the attention of God! For she was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Walking In Faith

    Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Dec 14, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 8,301 views

    As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. Our faith level is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. When we walk by faith, we are expressing to God that we have confidence in Him and His Word.

    Introduction * As Christians, we walk by faith and not by sight. * Our faith level is increased by the amount of time we spend in the Word of God. * When we walk by faith, we are expressing to God that we have confidence in Him and His Word. * Our faith that is put into action brings the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Faith Of Mary

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 105 ratings
     | 30,794 views

    Mary teaches us to have faith in God’s promises/Word even if it seems impossible.

    Who do teenagers look up to the most? Parents, you will be glad to hear that on the surveys I read on the internet this past week, you were on the top of the list. You are their biggest role model, although they probably wouldn’t say that to your face. Unfortunately, by the actions of many ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Saving Faith

    Contributed by Ken Mowery on Dec 19, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,106 views

    Message about the evidence of saving faith.

    Saving Faith James 2:14-26 Saving Faith Produces More Than Empty Words James 1:22 1 Corinthians 4:20 Romans 2:6 Saving Faith Produces More Than Acceptance Of Truth Mark 1:23-24 Revelation 2:2-5 Saving Faith Produces Evidence Obedience Genesis 15:5-6 Genesis 22:1-2 Genesis 2:9-14 Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Contend For " The Faith "

    Contributed by Scott Epperson on Jul 1, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 9,184 views

    WE AS CHRISTIANS MUST UNDERSTAND THAT WE ARE NOT ONLY CALLED TO CHRISTIANITY BUT TO CONTEND FOR IT AS WELL. WE MUST NEVER BE SILENT BUT SURE AND WILLING.

    CONTEND FOR THE “THE FAITH” Rev. Scott Epperson 4/29/07 (Jud 1:1) Jude, the servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, to them that are sanctified by God the Father, and preserved in Jesus Christ, and called. (Jud 1:2) Mercy unto you, and peace, and love, be multiplied. (Jud 1:3) Beloved, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith At Work

    Contributed by James Tetley on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,104 views

    An overview of the Christian history of attitudes to work, the need for a renewed sense of call at work, and a renewed sense of mission

    Introduction This is above all meant to be a time of encouragement – in my time as a Christian I have heard very few talks on How God sees our work. Mark Green in his book ‘Thank God it’s Monday’ did a survey and found that “over 50% of Christians have never heard a sermon on work, and over 70% ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Heidebrecht avatar

    The Faith Of A Child

    Contributed by Jim Heidebrecht on Jul 2, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 12,778 views

    Delivered the week after VBS. Jesus used a child to teach His disciples about humility and simplicity of faith. Jesus, the busiest man on earth, had time to bless children. Children: we should be more like them, Jesus said to welcome a child is to welc

    07/01/2007 The Faith of a Child (Matthew 18: 1-6) Intro: VBS – I have spent a big part of my week here with the kids and working on VBS, and I was a little worried about having the time to really immerse myself God’s Word for our Message this week. A good message is kind of like coffee, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist