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The Four Handwritings Of God

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 17, 2002

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There is much that can be learned from the biblical order in which the handwritings of God were given. These writings hold a message for all mankind.

“THE FOUR HANDWRITINGS OF GOD” “And Moses turned, and went down from the mountain, and the two tablets of the Testimony were in his hand. The tablets were written on both sides; on the one side and on the other they were written. Now the tablets were the work of God, and the writing was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Thanksgiving

Contributed by Robert Massey on Nov 27, 2002

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The author of this psalm shares several aspects of why God’s people need to be thankful and also how that thanks should be given.

I remember as a child, roughly about this time every year, one of the most popular books every published would be sent to our house. (Remember I’m speaking as a child). By this I mean the Sears and Roebuck Christmas catalog. As a child, I thought that there was nothing like the Sears catalog. I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

That Beautiful Name!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 13, 2002

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Of the wonderful names given to our Lord, and they are many, none is more precious than that name which is above every name...JESUS!

THAT BEAUTIFUL NAME “She will bear a Son, and you shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” Matthew 1:21. One of the most beautiful hymns ever written is entitled “That Beautiful Name” by Jean Perry (1865-1935). The first two stanzas beautifully portray the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Submission To Authority

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 12, 2004

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This is a message given for Wed. Night Prayer Meeting, and deals with our responsibility to Authority, and how we handle non-Biblical authority

SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITIES A Biblical Perspective Romans 13:1-7 I THE UNIVERSAL SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITY A The unbeliever has an obligation to submit to authority. B The believer has an obligation to submit to authority. C The authority we are obligated to submit to is BIBLICAL AUTHORITY II THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Closer Than We Can Possibly Imagine

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 9, 2006

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A short sermon given at a midweek communion service. The answer to our searching is much closer than we can possibly imagine.

When I was quite young, I seem to remember an occasion when my Mother announced that she had lost her glasses. We are a family of spectacle wearers, and I know for myself that the loss of my glasses can be a big problem. Well, I was sat in front of the television and Mum was searching around in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Anglican

#5. Using Time Wisely Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 21, 2004

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Stewardship of all God has given us includes the right use of time. How can you use time wisely?

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships Dr. Russell Brownworth, D.Min., Pastor ----------------------------------------------- June 20, 2004 A Father’s Day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Parable Of The Talents

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 15, 2004

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This lesson is intended to encourage teenagers to realize their God given talents and encourage them to use those talents to God’s glory.

Parable of the Talents I. Introduction A. What do they have in common? 1. Kraig Griffey, Adam Walton, Cooper Manning, Bobby Hull, Jr. 2. Ken Griffey, Jr., Luke Walton, Peyton Manning, Brett Hull a.1 & 2 respectively share the same father. b.Both are professionals: 1 isn’t an athlete & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeing A Mother's Dreams Fulfilled

Contributed by Sunny Philip on May 16, 2006

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Why every mother has a right to see her God given dreams come through and how God works it out.

It has become a tradition in our church on Mother’s Day to look into the life of a mother we see in the Bible. Today we will be considering the mother of Samuel, Hannah primarily. 1. BACKGROUND. When the book of 1 Samuel opens up, we see this mother as a woman in need. She was a woman of child ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nevertheless, Not My Will…

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 28, 2006

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God - who has given man ’free-will’ wants man to freely give it up in favor of doing His will.

Nevertheless, Not My Will… Theme: God has always wanted us to use our free will to give it up. Matt. 26:39 INTRODUCTION A. Why is it that the more we grow in the Lord, the more difficult it seems to be living according to His will? 1. Some might respond: but it is “easy” when you love the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Family Ties Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 1, 2006

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God has given everyone in the family responsibilities to carry out. The family will be strong if we will follow Colossians 3:18-21.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • One out of three marriages ends in divorce according to the Barna Research Institute. • This is the Census Bureau’s often-cited "50%" rate, the proportion of marriages taking place right now that will eventually divorce, which has since been revised downward to roughly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dreaming Dreams And Seeing Visions

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 11, 2007

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What should be the vision for a congregation that is pleasing to the Lord? The answer is given in a study of the first message preached by Peter following the Resurrection of the Lord.

“And in the last days it shall be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit on all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams; even on my male servants and female servants in those days I will pour out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Possibilities Of Community

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 21, 2007

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Friendships are the building blocks of community. God wants us to know and be known, and He’s given us the key to making friends.

Sermon for Suites by the Lake – September 22, 2007 – The Possibilities of Community [This sermon was for a Retirement Community’s Chapel Service] Thanks to W. Maynard Pittendreigh for some borrowed thoughts and some illustrations for this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 22: A Test For You

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 27, 2007

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A discussion on GENESIS 22, showing how the test of Abraham is also a test for us, and in that test, we are given a moment of personal testimony.

There is one constant in the kingdom of God. Every time God tests our faith, He also gives us something in return. That ‘something’ is a defining moment, and we refer to these as ‘personal testimonies’. They give witness to the fact that God is active and working in our lives. Two weeks ago, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: *other

Prayers Rising Like Incense!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Oct 17, 2005

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Your prayers come before God like sweet smelling incense! This is a short homily given at a residential care home for the elderly.

[NOTE: You may find it helpful to place a wooden cross on a table, perhaps in the centre of the room, and to burn a small amount of incense near to the foot of the cross. The incense rising around the cross can provide a wonderful visual and ’nazal’ illustration. The nurses at the care home said ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 141:1-2

Denomination: Anglican

5. What's Your Foundation? Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007

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God does not want his servants to be paralyzed by fear of making mistakes, but to use everything they have been given for His Kingdom.

INTRO There is a difference between knowing something and actually applying it in your life. I have watched countless hours of football. I know all the positions, and I know the hand signals the officials use, and I feel like I understand how to win a game pretty well. But I’ve never played one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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