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"We Are Not Suppose To Fit In"

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Nov 13, 2003

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We live in a world where for the most part everybody feels the pressure to fit in. This starts at a very early age. We even have 4 & 5 year olds trying to get their parents to buy the in styles.

"We are not Suppose to fit in" Matt. 5:1-2 2 Cor. 6:17-18 We live in a world where for the most part everybody feels the pressure to fit in. This starts at a very early age. We even have 4 & 5 year olds trying to get their parents to buy the in styles. On our jobs we feel the need to find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2, 2 Corinthians 6:17-18

Denomination: Apostolic

Light For A Dark World Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Feb 25, 2008

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God provides light for all who would have their darkness revealed.

Scripture Introduction The first words of God recorded in the Bible are: “Let there be light.” Later we find that “God is light, and in him is no darkness at all” (1John 1.5). Darkness universally symbolizes sin and death; light corresponds to life and holiness and purity. Thus King David sings ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Standing On The Word

Contributed by Sylvester Fergusson on Aug 11, 2008

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Many read the bible for different reasons but why was the bible written? There is a purpose for reading the bible and we should let it accomplish its purpose in our lives.

Standing on The Word. Opening Hymn Closing Hymn Scripture Reading: Ps. 1 Let us turn to the Jeremiah 36:1 - 4 (KJV); And it came to pass ¶And it came to pass in the fourth year of Jehoiakim the son of Josiah king of Judah, that this word came unto Jeremiah from the LORD, saying, Take thee a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 36:1-25

Denomination: Adventist

Doubt Vs Courage

Contributed by Craig Smee on Mar 27, 2007

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Doubt is in direct contradiction to the confidence of the cross! Take courage from the same sources Jesus drew upon.

Doubt vs Courage Doubt is such a destructive thing. It strips us of the ability to achieve. It disables our creativity. Hides productivity and strips away positivity. Doubt was the very thing that Satan used to trip up Eve. Is it really so? He asked her. Doubt made sure Eve fell, it kept people ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Christian Church

The Tears Help Series

Contributed by Erick Riddle on Sep 5, 2004

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Jesus teaches us the value of mourning.

INTRODUCTION My dad’s parents lived in a very old house. It was a small house, just two bedrooms. They had seven children and 18 grandchildren. When the kids were all grown and moved out, Grandma and Grandpa moved into a tiny house. There was not room for much more than two people. Large groups ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Fast?

Contributed by Art Campbell on Aug 21, 2007

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There’s some confusion around whether Christians should fast and why. In this message we look at why Christians should fast and why it’s so valuable.

ILL: A few months ago my son got into an extension class that was working on making a clay movie animation. This completely captured his imagination to the extent that one day he came home with his lunch uneaten. Who needs food when you’re consumed with a project you love? Fasting is a topic that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

How To Give To God

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 24, 2010

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Using guilt to get people to give money to the Lord’s work is wrong, but it is a temptation because 37% of regular church attenders give nothing to the church, 33% of them engage in at least some form of gambling.

Part I Purpose: To lay out God's parameters for giving. Aim: I want the listener to examine how they give to God and make any changes that are contrary to God's design for giving. INTRODUCTION: Joey Mimbs and Ralph Travis of Ellenton, Florida wrote this following song to be sung to the tune of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Bag Of Bones

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

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Peter heals the crippled beggar. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Acts chapter 3 verses 1-26. The emphasis in Acts chapters 3 and 4 is on the name of Jesus: • There are 8 very strong references to it; • (3:6, 3:16, 4:7, 4:10, 4:12, 4:17, 4:18, 4:30) • A name can be much more than identification; • It can carry authority, reputation and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Brethren

Parables, Gifts Wrapped In Red Series

Contributed by Kyle Gray on Dec 7, 2012

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This is NOT a breakdown on specific parables and meanings, it's a study into WHY Jesus used parables.

Gifts Wrapped in Red Welcome Campuses as we kick off the Gifts Wrapped in Red series! The final road before we get to Christmas! Can you believe it? How many of you are bringing guests to the Christmas service? You should know before we even begin…RED is my favorite color! It catches the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Your Enemies And Be Perfect! Or ( No One Is Perfect? )

Contributed by Brian B on Dec 8, 2012

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As part of the Sermon on the Mount, This sermon highlights some of the things that are expected of those who would be a part of God’s kingdom. Loving your enemies is but one of the things that Jesus commands us to do in a list of things that are are imp

Works Cited/Consulted include J Vernon Magee, Holman Commentary, College Press NIV commentary, various sermon central illustrations, as well as Bible and personal observations. Slides available upon request... brianbyers@live.com Opening Scripture Slide… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choose Your Weapons

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Sep 9, 2011

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You have been given all you need to defeat your enemy on every front.

September 11, 2011 Morning Worship Text: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6 Subject: Spiritual Warfare Title: Choose Your Weapon 10 years ago the World Trade Centers were attacked and 2977 people became victims of a terrorists attack that rocked the world. All this was done in the name of a false religion ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Studies In Revelation Chapter 22 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

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This is a study of chapter 22 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Finishing Touch Theme: To show what the final outcome will be. Text: Revelation 22 1 And he shewed me a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:1-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Freedom From Condemnation Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 24, 2012

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WE can enjoy freedom from condemnation in Jesus. Let us see how.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we remember those who have died for our freedoms. We honor them and we thank them for paying the ultimate price for their country. • One of the great things about living in America is our ability to live free! I pray we NEVER let that slip away from us as we become ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11, Romans 8:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Protecting Your Torch Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 6, 2006

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This is the closing message for Forty Days of Purpose using the Survivor theme

There is a sense of finality to the scene in Survivor when Jeff Probst walks over to someone’s torch, says, “The tribe has spoken” and snuffs out the persons flame. There is a sense of finality when as believers we see another believer whose life style is in direct contradiction to the commands of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Are You A Peacemaker Or Peacekeeper

Contributed by Jim Kane on Feb 6, 2009

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Initial 2009 Sermon and the first sermon in a series ‘2 Things 2 B in 09’

the years many people, including some of you, have sent me some really wonderful stories that often find their way into my sermons and this morning there is one that I received this week that provides an introduction, in probably one of my patented round about ways, to this sermon and sermon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Church Of God

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