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  • Michael Stark avatar

    Debt And The Conscientious Christian

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 28, 2023
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    The sensitive subject of indebtedness is addressed in the message, pointing to the universal debt that rests upon each Christian.

    “Owe no one anything, except to love each other, for the one who loves another has fulfilled the law.” [1] Living beyond one’s means has become de rigueur in the contemporary world. It is virtually impossible to imagine the average family in this day living within their means—living without ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Spiritual Nature Of Work

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 30, 2023
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    A message for the Labour Day weekend, emphasising that the work we perform and the manner in which we work reflect our understanding of God.

    “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ.” [1] The necessity of going to work Monday morning despite being exhausted from the “rest and relaxation” pursued ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fog - Hide And Seek Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 19, 2023
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    The fog has rolled into western culture and choked out intimacy with God. The fog hinders and blocks us from being in an intimate relationship with God. The fog drives us to choose to hide from God rather than seek out His presence! But Jesus is seeking us out even in the fog!

    The Fog Chapter 4 - “Hide and Seek?” Illustration: Have you ever played Hide and Seek – I have with my grandkids – Deklan is the funniest because where he hides is usually in the same place and if you listen you can hear him singing – he loves to sing – at our summer blast I put him on the ponies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Weeds & Wheat Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 16, 2019
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    In Matthew 13, Jesus explains why there continues to be evil in our midst and what will happen through the 1) The Presentation of the Parable (Matthew 13:24–30), and 2) The Interpretation of the Parable (Matthew 13:34–43).

    Matthew 13:24-30; 34-43. [24]He put another parable before them, saying, "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, [25]but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat and went away. [26] So when the plants came up and ...read more

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    Until He Comes, Go!

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 22, 2024
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    As a Christian, you are not only expected to tell lost people of Christ's free gift of salvation, but you are expected to pray, asking him to send forth labourers to work in the fields of lost humanity.

    “Jesus went throughout all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Class: Introduction To Relationships Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 3, 2022
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    Life was designed by God to be in relationships – There are two main relationships we need to be developing: First one is Connecting with God and the second one Connecting with people!

    Pursue Kingdom Ministry Class: Relationships (Introduction) PP#1 Thesis: Life was designed by God to be in relationships – There are two main relationships we need to be developing: First one is Connecting with God and the second one Connecting with people! Over the last few week’s we have been ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Different Time, A Different Place

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 25, 2025
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    Is the Sabbath Mandated for Christians? How should we approach the concept of the Sabbath?

    “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor, and do all your work, but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do any work, you, or your son, or your daughter, your male servant, or your female servant, or your livestock, or the sojourner ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worshiping With Awe & Joy

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Oct 10, 2001
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    We’re not the audience. God is the audience, & God is watching us as we worship Him. So ask yourself, "Am I glorifying God as I worship here today?”

    MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Psalm 95:6-8; Isaiah 6:1-5 As we begin this morning, I would like for you to take a quick look at your Sunday Bulletin. The headline on the inside, just above the January 24th date, says, “Morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Hope Of Advent: Coming Alive In Christ

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 26, 2000
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    Christmas is the promise of new life in Christ. We know what Christ is like. We know the joy of sins forgiven. We know the hope of heaven.

    THE HOPE OF ADVENT: COMING ALIVE IN CHRIST Ephesians 2:1-10 Years ago, there was a very wealthy man who, with his devoted young son, shared a passion for art collecting. Together they traveled around the world, adding only the finest art treasures to their collection. Priceless works by ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Thanksgiving - Count Your Blessings!

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001
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    That is why a Thanksgiving message like this is so important. We need this reminder. We need it because it forces us to "add it all up" & recognize where all these things we enjoy actually come from.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Philippians 4:12-13; 1 Corinthians 4:7 ILL. An elderly lady was well-known for her faith, & for her boldness in talking about it. Each morning she would go out on her front porch ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How To Be Saved

    Contributed by Jb Hall on Jul 4, 2011
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    This sermon explains how to be saved, or born again.

    How to be Saved Romans 10:1 By: JB Hall Introduction: Paul’s desire for Israel here is God’s desire for every person. In Luke 19:10 Jesus said, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost.” So, the reason that Jesus came into this world, died ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Kind To One Another

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 1, 2002
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     | 39,390 views

    We see people all around us bitter & angry: angry at the world because it hasn’t given them enough; angry at God because they think He hasn’t treated them fairly; angry at their spouses ...

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Ephesians 4:29-32; Titus 3:3-4 ILL. A number of years ago a cosmetic company sponsored a promotion in which people were asked to submit pictures & letters about the most beautiful women they knew. Thousands of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Horribleness Of Stubbornness

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 17, 2002
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    If it hadn’t been for his stubbornness we might never have known what this older brother really was. So let’s look at him, & then look at ourselves. "What kind of person am I?"

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Luke 15:25-32; Hosea 4:16 ILL. A number of years ago, after announcing that I was going to preach on the subject of stubbornness I had several interesting reactions. A couple of people told me "I know someone who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Perspectives, Priorities And Personal Choices

    Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Jun 1, 2004
    based on 139 ratings
     | 15,124 views

    I used this as a subtle stewardship sermon to get people thinking about how they look at "stuff," what they make as priority in their lives and how their choices affect them, their world and even the church.

    I think there are three things that will determine the way we live and the way that we give: Our perspective – how we not only look at things but how we see them. Our priorities – what we place as of utmost importance in our lives (and, often, in our world). Our personal choices – what we hang to, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Discerning The Spirit's Voice

    Contributed by Jelle Horjus on Feb 14, 2004
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     | 6,845 views

    How do we find guidance from the Spirit in life’s confusing dilemma’s? Follow the difficult road that Jesus took.

    Discerning the Spirit’s Voice - sermon on Acts 21:1-14 - Paul the apostle is becoming an older man. When we meet him in this story, he is coming back from his third mission-journey. Maybe his hair got more grey, perhaps he cannot walk so fast as in the old days, but… look at his face! Look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist