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  • William Rushing avatar

    A Commitment To God

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 19, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 8,853 views

    This sermon provides three steps for making a commitment to God.

    I. Introduction a. Commitment means (www.dictionary.com) i. “Official consignment, as to a prison or mental health facility.” ii. “a pledge to do” b. Commitment to God i. A pledge to do the will of God. c. How can we follow through with our commitment? II. The first step is to Hear the Word. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Not Over React

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 76 ratings
     | 7,658 views

    One Italian man became so frustrated with his wife’s badgering that he had himself arrested just to have one night’s peace in a jail cell. However, ten minutes after being securely locked away for the night because of pretending to be publicly intoxicated

    Avoid Over-reacting to Provocations (James 1:19) We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. Some have more difficulty than others controlling their emotions. Illustration: One Italian man became so frustrated with his wife’s badgering that he had himself arrested just to have one night’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Overcome Bad Listening Habits

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 4,884 views

    Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes.

    Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes. Ineffective listening is usually the single biggest hindrance to effective communication between people. The following is a list of some of the most common barriers to listening: a. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Maturity And Temptation

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 7 ratings
     | 2,446 views

    Introductory Consideration 1.

    Introductory Consideration 1. Why are here this evening? Why are you not at home relaxing or doing some things with your family? Why do some of you drive great distance to worship God in the vening when you have already done so in the morning? 2. Its not because you have to, at least unless you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    Dealing With Temptation

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 20 ratings
     | 3,034 views

    Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1.

    Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1. "I try so hard not to talk about others, but before I realize it, the words are out of my mouth". "I believe I am a Christian, but I sure wonder when I act theway I do." " I feel like giving up. I just cannot overcome the evil ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John Kapteyn avatar

    The Righteous Life

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,801 views

    Introductory Considerations 1.

    Introductory Considerations 1. Today in just a few words James teaches us one of the most important lessons we can ever learn. Not only practical but key to becoming mature Christians. To be mature is to have the righteousness that God desires, and according to James oneof biggest obstacles to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Listening And Doing

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 196 ratings
     | 21,574 views

    Introductory Comments 1.

    Introductory Comments 1. To be a Christian may not always seem easy. But being a believer has its benefits as well. As James indicates in vs. 25 - a believer can live in freedom and the fullness of God’s blessings. 2. This evening I ask you, do you have freedom? Do you have the freedom to live as ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Help People Improve Their Listening Skills

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 87 ratings
     | 6,968 views

    Listening is one of the finest ways to show people how much we love them. Love is patient and kind.

    "Let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to become angry." (James 1:19) Illustration:Two psychiatrists meet at their 20th college reunion. One is vibrant, while the other looks withered and worried. "So what’s your secret?" the older looking psychiatrist asks. "Listening to other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Defensive Strategies For Dealing With Difficult Superiors

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,008 views

    Be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger while showing a Holy Spirit given wisdom.

    Defensive Strategies For Dealing with Difficult Superiors (James 1:19-22) ILlustration:Formula for handling people: 1. Listen to the other person’s story. 2. Listen to the other person’s full story. 3. Listen to the other person’s full story first. Gen. George Marshall, Bits & Pieces, April, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James Love avatar

    How To Fortify Your Faith Series

    Contributed by James Love on Nov 20, 2000
    based on 238 ratings
     | 13,626 views

    Four factors that when followed will help a person fortify their faith

    HOW TO FORTIFY YOUR FAITH (James 1:18-25) INTRODUCTION -So far in our study of James we have seen: 1. How faith responds to trials (testing) (2-11) 2. How faith responds to temptations (12-17) 3. Tonight we will see how faith responds to truth (19-25) -How we respond to truth will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dan Borchert avatar

    Look, Listen, And Feel

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,830 views

    I am sure you have all heard those words with CPR training however they can apply to our lives spiritually as well

    James 1:19-27 Look, Listen, and Feel Introduction A. How many of you are certified in CPR? B. After you give the two rescue breaths what are you suppose to do? Look Listen and Feel C. This is very important for our spiritual life also. D. Background 1. One of my favorite books 2. James is a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Rick Stacy avatar

    Resisting Resistance Makes You Strong Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 3, 2002
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,819 views

    This is the second of six on James. Tony Miano (Sermon Central contibutor) is quoted and several of his points incorporated. James speaks about temptation and how it is used by God and Satan to accomplish totally different ends. Let me clarify. We cho

    Resisting Resistance Makes You Strong Many of us here today have made the decision to follow Jesus. That decision involves living as He taught us and showed us. Some of you are here because you are considering that decision. And there are some here today that aren’t considering that decision ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Facts For Life

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 28, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
     | 6,098 views

    Facts are facts, but not all facts are helpful in life.

    INTRO.- Facts are facts, but not all of them are helpful to us in life. ILL.- For example, consider this fact about fleas. A flea can jump well both vertically and horizontally. Some species can jump 150 times their own length. To match that record, a human would have to spring over the length ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael McCartney avatar

    What To Do When Storms Blow In - James 1:2-18 Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 1, 2002
    based on 106 ratings
     | 23,381 views

    James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and don’t doubt His insight. Th

    What do you do when the storms of life blow through your life? Thesis: James gives us practical insight into what to do when the storms of life blow through our lives. Attitude makes a difference in the storm so make sure it is joyful, Ask for directions through the storm, Accept His direction and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Byrd avatar

    Listen More, Speak Less And Don't Be Angry Series

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 3, 2002
    based on 57 ratings
     | 11,100 views

    Part 7 in a series on the book of James

    A Life of Works Produced by Faith Part 7 “Listen more, Speak Less, and don’t be Angry” Date: September 29, 2002 p.m Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 1:19-21 Introduction I believe in this passage of Scripture, James shows us the proper attitude should be in anger. He begins in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist