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Slay Your Giants

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jun 25, 2001

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What giants are presently occupying the promised land that is flowing with milk and honey for you? Determine to slay them after the order of David!

In the physical sense, a giant is one whose physical body is immensely bigger than a normal man. Giants, because of their sizes and shapes, usually carve an awesome image for themselves. They are fearful not just in size, but in their actions also. Little wonder, they are considered as ’gods’ ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-27, Joshua 15:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Descending To Higher Ground

Contributed by David Gauthier on Jun 25, 2001

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The way to be elevated in the eyes of God, is to descend in humility to the service of others.

Did you know that you can actually reach higher ground by bowing low? You can descend in such a way so as to actually reach higher elevations! Jesus showed how… On the last night that He spent with His disciples before being crucified, Jesus taught some profound lessons in a simple act of ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Paying Attention?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 24, 2000

based on 57 ratings

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Few people make a conscious decision to reject God. Most people just never get around to making a commitment and drift right by the safe harbor of Heaven.

“Are You Paying Attention?” Hebrews 2:1-4 Moms and dads are accustomed to dishing out advice. To try and guide a son or daughter through the narrow straights of life is part of the responsibility of a parent. Some guidance, if not heeded, will cost, but the price is not too severe. “Brush your ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Naboth's Vineyard

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 31, 2000

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A look at the story of Naboth and his vineyard and how it applies to us.

You ever feel like just when things are going well that the Government comes along and wants everything you have? If it’s not property tax that the HRM wants, then it’s sales tax the province wants or income tax the federal government wants. Did I read somewhere that the average Canadian has to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

God's Knowledge Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 19, 2001

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God is the one who possesses all knowledge. God knows you like no one else

INTRODUCTION  Last week we started looking at the attributes of God so that we could better know and understand God. As we get to know God, we can then better love and understand Him.  It is obvious today that many people suffer from a lack of intimate relationships. Our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Older Brother Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 12, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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Most of us in Church relate to the older brother if we are honest. The father loves us as much as the prodigal and invites into the party.

Luke 15:11-32 June 20, 2004 The Older Brother We’ve been looking at the story of the Prodigal Son for many weeks now – we began by talking for 4 weeks about our call to become the Father in the story. But last week I talked about how taking up the call to become the father without dealing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Will You "Mary" Jesus?

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Aug 4, 2004

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The Story of Mary & Martha with Jesus is used to challenge Christians regarding their choices and God’s Word.

August 1, 2004 — Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 10:38-42 Will You “Mary” Jesus? I. Choose Love II. Sit Down Already and Listen III. ‘Til Death Do You Join Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the Lord Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Lutheran

Introduction To The Apostles' Creed Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 23, 2004

based on 45 ratings

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This sermon introduces the Apostles’ Creed, informing us that creeds are designed to define the faith, defend the faithful, and declare to the world what the church believes.

Introduction Today, I would like to begin a new series of sermons. This series of sermons is titled The Apostles’ Creed. I would like to examine this creed, which is recited every Sunday in many churches around the world, and which we ourselves frequently recite in our worship services. Listen ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

El Quebrantamiento Y Restauración Del Alma

Contributed by Fernando Ramirez De Arellano on May 7, 2004

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El compromiso de restauración que Dios con nosotros es completo. Al mismo tiempo nuestro compromiso de quebrantar nuestra alma debe ser completo delante del Señor.

TÍTULO: El quebrantamiento del alma TEXTO: Jn.21:1-17 INTRODUCCIÓN: El Espíritu quiere quebrantar y humillar nuestra alma para restaurarla y moldearla. El compromiso de restauración que Dios con nosotros es completo. Al mismo tiempo nuestro compromiso de quebrantar nuestra alma debe ser ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Celebrating And Embracing God's Faithfulness

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 25, 2004

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Great is God’s faithfulness!

A common source of challenge in life is commitment as illustrated in the following story: The church choir director was frustrated with the sporadic attendance of all the choir members for rehearsals for the Christmas Choral Concert. At the final rehearsal he announced, “I want to personally thank ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:22-27

Denomination: Church Of God

Yet Will I Praise Him!

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jan 27, 2002

based on 35 ratings

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In the midst of heartache and suffering the Psalmist assures us that we can still praise God for His faithfulness and mercy.

Yet Will I Praise Him! Psalm 46 Grief is greatest when love abounds. Is it any wonder that so many hearts all across our city and far beyond have been shattered with the loss of our precious sister Jill? Is it any wonder that we ache when we think about the struggle that our brother Jason is still ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remembering What God Has Done Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 4, 2002

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The purpose of memorials in our lives.

A Study of the Book of Joshua Sermon # 4 “Remembering What God has Done” Joshua 4 God realizes that we often forget what he has done for us. In Deuteronomy. 6:12 Moses issued a final warning to Israel just before they entered the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24, Joshua 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping The Main Thing The Main Thing

Contributed by Trey Harris on Feb 2, 2005

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Remembering what really matters in our walk with Christ.

“KEEPING THE MAIN THING THE MAIN THING” LUKE 10:38-42 TREY HARRIS T-Boy and Marie had a farm. Mule died. T-Boy said, “Hitch me up.” Marie got behind the plow. Got to end of the row the man kept going. Marie yelled, “Stop!” T-Boy kept going until he was so caught up he couldn’t get out. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Methodist

The Damascus Road Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002

based on 84 ratings

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Part 4 of 4 of the series, Roads of Passion. Saul’s journey to Damascus was met with confrontation, change, and challenge. It is a journey we too need to face as Christians...

The Damascus Road Acts 9:1-22 Read at beginning of service: Acts 9:1-22 (NIV) 1 Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest 2 and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 1, 2004

based on 94 ratings

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Many people have questions they would like to ask God. One of the biggest questions is why does God allow bad things to happen to good people. We will examine why God allows bad things to happen.

“Questions For God: Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?” Introduction: John was just 31 years old; he was a new father, and a dedicated Christian. He seemed to have everything going for him. John had a great family, a beautiful wife, and he loved them dearly. One day on his way to work ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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