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Spirit Empowered Goodness, Knowledge And Competence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2003

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Through the grace given by the Holy Spirit, ordinary people become extraordinarily equipped. Through the empowering of the Spirit, the word of God equips us to enrich, edify and equip people to serve the Lord with effectiveness according to the gifts give

Romans 15:14-16 What are the reasons certain believers lack goodness, knowledge, and competence to serve? Illustration: The great violinist, Nicolo Paganini, willed his marvelous violin to Genoa -- the city of his birth -- but only on condition that the instrument never be played upon. It was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can A Good Person Go To Hell?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 21, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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A look at why "being good" is not what gets you to heaven.

"Can A Good Person Go To Hell?" 1 of 1 Galatians 4:8-15 July 20, 2003 Chester FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A On June 16, 1989, Mohammed Shera’ie came within seconds of death. He had murdered the wife and two children of Mohammed Yehia Ali ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Plugged In To Celebrate God's Goodness? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

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When God’s people returned to Jerusalem after nearly a century of exile, they found their city in ruins. The Temple of God–where they believed God lived–was destroyed. This is a story about how God’s people plugged in to His supernatural power.

Are You Plugged in to Celebrate God’s Goodness? Ezra 3:10-13 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION I have a light here, but it’s not doing what it was created to do. It’s not shining. The reason it isn’t fulfilling its purpose for existence is because it isn’t plugged in to a source of power. I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

How God Uses Adversity For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003

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Paul teaches us that “experiences” may come into our life so God can smooth off the rough edges off of our character. The Lord is in the process of fashioning us more into the image of Jesus Christ. He is the potter and we are the clay.

1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have Fought The Good Fight

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 11, 2003

based on 114 ratings

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This was a funeral message for a believer who had suffered a great deal with cancer.

Funeral October 9, 2002 One of the unique things about being a pastor in this denomination is the fact that very rarely do I do funerals for people I don’t know. Usually when I bring the message at a funeral service, I know the person for at least a few years. Because of this I don’t bring a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Dead Sticks Make A Good Fire

Contributed by James May on Apr 27, 2003

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We must remain connected to the Living Branch if we are not to become "dead sticks" only fit for building a bigger fire.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 27, 2003

based on 41 ratings

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Like Sarai we often come up with plans to help God out which unfortunately usually end in disaster.

Genesis 16 April 27, 2003 It was one of those rare moments in a thirteen-year-Olds life. For once I was thinking of someone other than myself. My parents were both working and I decided that I would be considerate and make supper for them. I got the meat going in the oven without too much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Was Jesus God Or Just A Good Teacher? Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Apr 30, 2003

based on 22 ratings

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Sixth in a series answering objection to Christianity. This message deals with the claims of Jesus¡¦ deity.

Answering Our Culture #6 ¡V ¡§Jesus Was Just a Good Teacher ¡V He Did Not Claim to be God.¡¨ Various Scriptures September 1, 2002 Note: some of this outline is from Norman Geisler¡¦s book, "Christian Apologetics." Introduction Let me ask you a question: What do most people who do not follow ...read more

Scripture: John 8:52-59

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Good Shepherd Will Never Abandon You

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 9, 2003

based on 56 ratings

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Christ will never abandon you, though your feelings may tell you otherwise, at times.

John 10:11-18 THE GOOD SHEPHERD WILL NEVER ABANDON YOU This morning, I would like to describe someone to you, and I want you to tell me who this person is. This person has been taking care of you long before you even understood who this person was. This person has endured many sleepless nights ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18, John 10:1

Denomination: Lutheran

The Sin Of Just Talking A Good Game

Contributed by Martin Albanese on May 15, 2003

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Sometimes we are so good at talking our way outta just about anything. Sometimes that in its own is a sin. If your going to talk the talk, walk the walk

The Sin of Just Talking a Good Game (Sermon notes take from a book called Yes, Lord, I Have Sinned: But I Have Several Excellent by James W. Moore.) Matthew 23:23-28 NLT - "How terrible it will be for you teachers of religious law and you Pharisees. Hypocrites! For you are careful to tithe even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-28

Denomination: Christian Church

"He Told Him The Good News"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 18, 2003

based on 27 ratings

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A call to evangelism.

ACTS 8:26-40 “He Told Him The Good News” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One of the most perplexing questions for many of us Christians is this: “How can we spread the Gospel? How can we extend and promote Christianity?” Let’s face ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Can A Good Person Go To Hell?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

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Christians are free from the effects of sin through the grace of God.

"Can A Good Person Go To Hell?" 1 of 1 Galatians 4:8-15 July 20, 2003 Chester FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A On June 16, 1989, Mohammed Shera’ie came within seconds of death. He had murdered the wife and two children of Mohammed Yehia Ali ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Can Good People Love God? Series

Contributed by Dave Weidlich on Oct 8, 2002

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It’s a well-known fact that Jesus came to seek and to save those who are lost – the down-and-out. But what about the up-and-in? We are, and we live with, people who are not drug addicts, s and ex-cons. The folks we live with are highly educated, sophistic

Can Good People Love God? Rev. Dave Weidlich ~ Cooper Mountain Presbyterian Fellowship ~ Oct. 6, 2002 Read Zechariah 4:6 So he said to me, “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by might nor by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the LORD Almighty. In our Luke passage, we find two people ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Establish Good Credit With God

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Oct 25, 2002

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This message reminds the believer not to forget the poor because to do so is to forget God.

Introduction: God equates Himself to the least among us, thus, to share with the least of us is to share with God. 1. There Will Always Be Poor People. (Hebrew word (dal, feeble, weak, helpless) 2. God is Aware of Human Suffering On All Levels. 3. Those Who Care for the Poor Are the Greatest ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Looking For A Few Good Men

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Nov 19, 2003

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We need men in our churches to fulfill their God-given responsibility.

INTRODUCTION: I am firmly convinced that America is in the state that she is in today because the Church is not doing the job that Christ left for us to. I have been preaching now for more than 20 years and in that time I have been in churches in nearly every State of this great Nation and I ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30, Numbers 4:5, Judges 7:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

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