Independence Day:God's Closeness in Uncertain Times

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  • Joe Harding avatar

    Share A Little Hope

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 24, 2002
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    Christians are called to live changed lives, lives that share hope!

    SHARE A LITTLE HOPE I PETER 3: 8-17 SUNDAY AUGUST 25, 2002 INTRODUCTION: An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Can Relate Series

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Dec 15, 2001
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    Peter gives guidelines for relationships with Saints, Sinners & the Savior.

    I Can Relate Text: 1 Peter 3:8-22 Introduction I have different kinds of relationships with different people in my life--and that’s appropriate. Proposition: In the same way as Christians we should relate diferently to different people. Interrogative: This morning as we look at the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    God's Priorities In A Pressure-Packed World

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 15, 2001
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    In life of faith, in following Christ as our Master, we are faced many times with tough calls, what can we do and how can we decide what to do, how can we cope.

    God’s Priorities in a Pressure Cooker world By Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC, August 15, 2001 I Peter 3:13-19 A group of friends went deer hunting and paired off in two’s for the day. That night one of the hunters returned alone, staggering under the weight of a 200 pound deer. The group asked, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Bruce Howell avatar

    Five Truths You Dare Not Ignore

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Sep 17, 2001
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    The importance of making the Gospel message as simple and clear as possible.

    Five Truths You Dare Not Ignore 1 Pet 3:15-18 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear conscience, so that those who ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "When I And Thou Become Them And Us!"

    Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Mar 5, 2002
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    To be included overall is a seekers goal whether it is in the Christian faith or in another phase of living. How can boundarys be broken down that can cause one to ve included rather than excluded other than by mercy and forgiveness being a primary goal

    When I and Thou become Them and Us Sermon by Thomas F. Bracewell Opening Statement One of the truly great preachers who was a product of the Alabama West Florida conference, was Dr. Andrew Turnipseed. Dr. Turnipseed was among the forerunners of the age of reason in this conference and it ...read more

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    Dismiss The Fear Of Sharing Your Faith Series

    Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Mar 18, 2002
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    Fear is the biggest boundary to sharing our faith until we realize that fear need not be an issue if we share according to Peters instructions.

    Dismissing the Fear of telling others about Christ. I Peter 3:13-17 I. Dismiss your fear with a strategy to do good works. (v. 13) A. Telling others about Jesus begins with our actions, not our words. 1. This shatters most stereotypes of evangelism. a. IE. Street evangelist: Crazy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Conscience

    Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 7, 2002
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    Baptism is the Pledge of a Good Conscience toward God!

    BAPTISM SERVICE APRIL 7, 2002 PM SERVICE GOOD CONSCIENCE I PETER 3: 13-22 INTRODUCTION: THERE IS ONLY ONE WAY TO ACHIEVE HAPPINESS ON THIS TERRESTRIAL BALL. AND THAT IS TO HAVE EITHER A CLEAR CONSCIENCE OR NONE AT ALL. --Ogden Nash. Oswald Chamber of MY UTMOST FOR HIS HIGHEST states: Always ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Appropriate Biblical Responses To Difficult People

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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    Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18

    Appropriate Biblical responses To Difficult People I Pet. 3:13-18 I Pet. 3:13-18 - Peter wrote, "But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear." Paul wrote, Do not be overcome ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    No Need To Fear

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Oct 18, 2000
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    Accept suffering. Say no to fear. Set Christ apart in your heart as Lord!

    "Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear [1] ; do not be frightened." [2] But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good Days And Bad Days

    Contributed by Michael Hayes on Nov 25, 2000
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    A PROBLEM OF HAVING GOOD DAYS AND BAD DAYS.

    1.BEGIN THE DAY OFF RIGHT 2.SPEND THE DAY RIGHT 3.END THE DAY RIGHT ...read more

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    "Fear Of God Causes One To Respond Rather Than React.”

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 28, 2002
    based on 71 ratings
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    May 5, 2002 -- SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 3:13-22 Color: White Title: “Fear of God causes one to respond rather than react.”

    May 5, 2002 -- SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 3:13-22 Color: White Title: “Fear of God causes one to respond rather than react.” The author is convinced that how a Christian behaves in the face of injustice, especially personal injustice done to that Christian, is so powerful an example that it ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Chad Wright avatar

    Living With A Resurrection Heart

    Contributed by Chad Wright on May 11, 2002
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    This text focuses on the epistle lesson for the sixth Sunday of Easter (ILCW series A). Peter reminds us how powerful the Resurrection is in our own lives.

    Introduction: The human heart is a hard-working marvel. It can keep on beating automatically even if all other nerves were severed. In a 70 year lifetime, it will beat an average of 75 times a minute, forty million times a year - or two-and-a-half billion times. At each beat, the average adult ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tony Miano avatar

    Attitudes In Times Of Suffering (Part 1)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 11, 2000
    based on 67 ratings
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    This morning we’re going to look at some of the attitudes we should have if we suffer for doing the right thing.

    Attitudes in Times of Suffering (Part 1) 1 Peter 3:13-22 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano at Lake Hills Community Church August, 2000 Introduction: We’ve come to the point in Peter’s letter where he begins to speak about the central theme of his message. From here on out, Peter will comfort, ...read more

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  • Chris Thron avatar

    Thoughts On Suffering

    Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000
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    Godly suffering is the key to a joyful Christian life.

    Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing were happening to you. Rather rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is revealed. If you are reviled for Christ’s sake you are blessed, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Suffering And God's Will

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
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    SUFFERING (FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILS GOD'S WILL AND FINDS VINDICATION AND VICTORY (3:13-4:19) A.

    SUFFERING (FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILS GOD'S WILL AND FINDS VINDICATION AND VICTORY (3:13-4:19) A. INTRODUCTION -- TRIUMPH OF SUFFERING (3:13-17) 1. Suffering Should Be the Exception Rather Than the Rule in the Context of ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible