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He Heard Our Cry Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Mar 19, 2006

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FCF: Jesus hears us and save us, because he is willing to get involved. We can too. This sermon primarily relates the story of the Amistad a ship of slaves who were set free, but only after the intervention of a powerful advocate – a former president o

<READ Exodus 2.23-25; 3.7> It was early in the year 1839 when Joseph Cinque was captured and sold into slavery. It was, of course, illegal in 1839 to transport slaves from Africa, and had been for nearly 20 years, but slave ships were still often able to leave Sierra Leone under cover of darkness ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:23-25

Denomination: Baptist

He's Coming To Town Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 4, 2006

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While we sing and talk of one coming on a sleigh, we must remember that Jesus will also be Coming to Town but rather than on a sleigh pulled by reindeer, he will be in the clouds and rather than by reindeer, he will come with power and glory!

INTRO Isn’t it amazing what Christmas has become? How the sweet calm picture of the birth of one named Jesus has become so much about rush, money, and envy. ILL: Listen to this parody of the Christmas season that I read this past week: "And there were in the same country children keeping watch ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:30-44

Denomination: Baptist

When Nothing Seems Possible, Pray

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jun 14, 2003

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When frustration abounds, in prayer we can discover deepened relationships, new possibilities, and ultimately grace.

For you, my God, have revealed to your servant that you will build a house for him; therefore your servant has found it possible to pray before you. Isn’t that an intriguing phrase? “Your servant has found it possible to pray.” My theme for today is “when nothing seems possible, pray.” “When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17:1-27, Romans 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

’tis The Season Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 7, 2010

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Let me suggest some seasonal things for us to do. 1- ‘Tis the season for singing 2- ‘Tis the season for sharing 3- ‘Tis the season for serving

INTRO.- ILL.- Frank in Dallas calls his son Eddie in New York just before Thanksgiving and tells him, “I am sorry to tell you but your mother and I are going to divorce. I just cannot take any more of her complaining. We can’t stand the sight of each other any more. I am telling you first, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The New Year Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 18, 2009

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Here’s some good solid advice for making the new year better. 1- The new year - Be careful 2- The new year - Be thoughtful 3- The new year - Be thankful

INTRO.- ILL.- Pete, at a New Year’s party, turns to his friend, Ken, and asks for a cigarette. “I thought you made a New Year’s resolution to quit smoking," Ken responds. “I’m in the process of quitting,” replies Pete with a grin. “Right now, I am in the middle of phase one.” “Phase one?” ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Accion De Gracias

Contributed by Dr. Samuel Sanchez, Ph.d. on Sep 18, 2009

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Estaba leyendo esta semana sobre una mujer que como toda buena madre de familia andaba a la carrera tratando de lograr todas las metas diarias que se habia trazado y encima de todo tenia una cita medica con el especialista a la que estaba llegan....

acias 2 Corintios 9:11-12 (NVI) Ustedes serán enriquecidos en todo sentido para que en toda ocasión puedan ser generosos, y para que por medio de nosotros la generosidad de ustedes resulte en acciones de gracias a Dios. Esta ayuda que es un servicio sagrado no sólo suple las necesidades de los ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:11

Denomination: Christian Church

Elijah Had Too Much Happening Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009

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The price of exhaustion

Great men are dying every day and I don’t feel well. If you don’t believe that God has a sense of humor just look at the person beside you. What happens when too much happens I Kings 19:1-18 Elijah had just experienced a tremendous victory on Mt. Carmel and I think ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Christmas Peace

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Dec 21, 2020

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This message is written to help people distinguish the difference between Peace WITH God and the Peace OF God.

“Behold, church family, I bring you good tidings of great joy which will be to all people. For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord (Luke 2:10 –11). What good news! And don’t we need some good news for a change? The message today is about peace. I ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2, Micah 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Shall Flourish

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 2, 2016

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The promise of God is upon every righteous believer to prosper in all areas of life. This prosperity is being likened to the flourishing of the palm tree.

THE RIGHTEOUS SHALL FLOURISH Study Text: Psalm 92:12 - 15 Introduction: - A righteous person is the one who has willfully and sincerely repented of his or her sins and has accepted the Lord Jesus as his or her Lord and personal Saviour (The Imputed Righteousness). - As a result of the imputed ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advent Week 4: Love - "love: God’s Gift To The World" Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 28, 2023

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As we approach the culmination of Advent, our focus turns to the greatest gift of all—love. The birth of Jesus embodies the purest form of love, a love that transcends human comprehension. Let's delve into the profound love found in the incarnation of Christ.

Advent Week 4: Love - "Love: God’s gift to the World" Introduction: Dear friends, as we approach the culmination of Advent, our focus turns to the greatest gift of all—love. The birth of Jesus embodies the purest form of love, a love that transcends human comprehension. Let's delve ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-10, John 3:16, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Matthew 5:43-48, Romans 5:8, 1 John 3:18 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

While Men Slept

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jul 24, 2023

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The parable of the wheat tares gives us insight to some of the workings of the enemy. We will fight his tactics with faith declarations marinated with prayer.

While Men Slept PPT 1 Title “While Men Slept” PPT 2- 8 Text Matthew 13:24 Jesus presented another parable to them, saying, "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field. Matthew 13:25 "But while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed tares ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, Romans 10:10, Matthew 25:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Appoints His Servant To Hard Tasks!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 16, 2024

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As one who follows the Risen Lord, you may be assured that Christ has assigned you to do a particular task. And that task will require your finest effort, because God appoints His servant to hard tasks.

“The word of the LORD came to me, saying, ‘Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations.’ Then I said, ‘Ah, Lord GOD! Behold, I do not know how to speak, for I am only a youth.’ But the LORD said to me, ‘Do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Making The Best Out Of Life - Part Iii

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 2, 2002

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Basic scriptural ideas that will help us to make the best out of life.

MAKING THE BEST OUT OF LIFE INTRO.- ILL.- After a doctor checked his patient over, he asked him, "Have you been living a normal life?" "Yes, doctor," replied the patient. The doctor said, "Well, you’ll have to cut it out for awhile." Normalcy is not always the best, depending on what a person ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Proper Perspective On Thanksgiving

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 12, 2001

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This morning I would like to share with you three things we learn about thanksgiving from the Bible.

"A Proper Perspective On Thanksgiving" Eph 5:19,20; 1 Thess 5:18 The following proclamation was made by Governor Bradford in 1623, 3 years after the Pilgrims settled at Plymouth; To all ye Pilgrims, Inasmuch as the great father has given us this year an abundant harvest of Indian corn, wheat, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:18-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Patience Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 2, 2005

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The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 5) What is patience? The picture of patience. The purpose of patience. The practical practice of patience. Find sermon at www.praiseag.org

PATIENCE The Fruit of The Spirit (Part 5) Galatians 5:22-23 • Galatians 5:16-25 (NIV) [22] But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, [23] gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. INTRODUCTION: The annual cost of people ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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