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How Precious

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 8, 2009

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How the death of a loved one can be precious in the sight of the Lord!

Opening Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, Your Word teaches us to “rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep.” Today as we come together as family and friends to weep and to grieve our loss We are gathered here today to honor the life of .... and to offer comfort to the family. And ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Turning Of The Hearts Of The Fathers And The Children

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jun 28, 2003

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Welcome to Father’s Day 2003. This is a great day to reflect on being a father, having a father, or being a witness to the value of a father in the life of children whether you had a father or not.

The Turning of the Hearts of the Fathers and the Children Scripture Reference: Malachi 4:5 – 6 Introduction Welcome to Father’s Day 2003. This is a great day to reflect on being a father, having a father, or being a witness to the value of a father in the life of children whether you had a father ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Father Named Joseph

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Mar 29, 2007

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If Jesus needed an earthly father, we do too.Evey child needs to experience the nearness of a Father, the nature of a Father, and the nurture of a Father.

A Father Named Joseph How many of you have ever heard a sermon on Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus? Every Christmas we hear of Mary the mother of Jesus and perhaps Mary and Joseph around the stall in Bethlehem. But we tuck them away until next Christmas. We Protestants try not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ: Author Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Michael Goodfellow on Nov 11, 2006

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Christ as the one who leads the way for believers, even in the most difficult times.

In our modern world, and especially as the 21st century is upon us we are still in many ways bothered by the notion that God sent his son to suffer and to die. We are bothered because it seems to us, as it would seem to any rational person, like a very harsh thing for a god of love to do. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Necessity Of Faith Series

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Mar 5, 2008

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Joy is the result of Faithfully Following Jesus Christ. Psalm 5:11 “Let all those that put their trust in thee rejoice: let them ever shout for joy, because thou defendest them: let them also that love thy name be joyful in thee.”

By Pastor Kevin Burden ~ Carter Creek Baptist ~ For Sunday AM, February 24, 2008 Philippians 1:27-30 “Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Big Enough!

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Aug 12, 2010

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This sermon illustraites that God is Big Enough to handle all our pain; all our sorrow; all our brudens!

In the book The Shack, by William P. Young, (a book I highly recommend reading) (especially if you have ever been angry with God over a hurt, or loss) a conversation takes place between the central character of “Mack” and Jesus… Jesus asks Mack “do you think humans are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Proper Timing Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 28, 2015

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Through the ebb and flow of life God is with us.

Ecclesiastes 3:1-17 “Proper Timing” INTRODUCTION Video Clip Ecclesiastes 3, especially verses 1-8, is one of the best known passages of scripture. This probably due, in part, to the popularity of the 1965 release of the song, “Turn, Turn, Turn,” by the Byrds. Most of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Doubting Thomas

Contributed by Fred Edwards on Apr 26, 2003

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Before we hurl accusations at "Didymus," we had better check to see that it is not we in fact who are his twin. There are many who doubt Jesus in on way or another.

“DOUBTING THOMAS” John 20:24-29 (030427e) A word on verse 23 before we look at Thomas. Commentary writer, Warren Wiersbe said the following: The “remitting” power given in v. 23 does not apply to Christians today, except in the sense that we retain or remit sins as we give sinners the Gospel. ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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Part 4 in this 4-part sermon series on worship addresses The Benefits of Worship.

I.The Benefits Of Worship A.Worship Benefits God 1.He Is Enthroned By Our Worship a.Psalm 22:3 – “Yet You are holy, O You who are enthroned upon the praises of Israel.” God says I will show up in any worship experience, whether private or corporate. I will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Standing On The Promises.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Sep 28, 2012

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We see death most every day, either on the news or in our neighborhood, friends, family, acquaintance. There is no getting away from the death of our body. The Bible says in Hebrews 9:27 And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judg

Standing On The Promises. Job 19:25 For I know that my redeemer liveth, and that he shall stand at the latter day upon the earth: 26 And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet in my flesh shall I see God: 27 Whom I shall see for myself, and mine eyes shall behold, and not another; ...read more

Scripture: Job 19:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Inside The Mind

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Oct 11, 2013

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Spiritually, on the battlefield of Christ or in the world, subject to the flesh; a captive.

Inside The Mind by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (10/11/2013) “For to be carnally minded is death; but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God: for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Friends

Behavior Becoming Of Citizens Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 12, 2016

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The church faced difficulty within a culture loyal to Rome. While they were subject to Roman authority, their primary responsibility was to the Sovereign Lord. We are citizens of two worlds, and our allegiance belongs to Christ. We must always honor Him.

Behavior becoming of Citizens Philippians 1: 27-30 As Paul sought to conclude the first thoughts of his gracious letter, apparently he was reminded of the intense struggle the church in Philippi faced. Bear in mind that he and Silas had been beaten and imprisoned there. Philippi being a Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

I Am A Survivor "When The Smoke Clears"

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 10, 2020

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Our God is all powerful and can do anything but He chooses to work through men. Every protective barrier has failed; Kings, prophets, priest, governors, pastors and judges are fearfull, yet God is searching for an intercesor to stand in the gap and make up the hedge.

The name Ezekiel means God strengthens or God empowers. This young prophet of God had experienced some difficult times. He along with Daniel, the Hebrews boys and many others had been carried captive into Babylon. They lost their identity, their heritage and their dignity. It is one thing to be in ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:23-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Christian's Certitude

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 19, 2023

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Where do we go when we die!

The Christians Certitude 2 Corinthians 5:1 For we know that if our earthly house of this tabernacle were dissolved, we have a building of God, an house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed upon with our house which is from heaven: 3 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face Death With Confidence

Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 13, 2003

based on 332 ratings

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Funeral for a Christian Lady

Funeral Service for _____________ “How To Face Death With Confidence” 2 Timothy 4:6-8 “For I am now ready to be offered, the time of my departure is at hand. (7) I have fought the good fight, I have finished my course, I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

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