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Declaring The Testomony Of God

Contributed by Mark Elkins on May 14, 2003

based on 44 ratings

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Why do we not witness like we should? Let’s look at Paul and discover how he overcame his inadequacies in this area.

What keeps us from sharing the good news? Nothing stops good conversation like the word Jesus. Why? There are several reasons. However, I believe one main reason is the fear of the unknown. What could/ would Jesus do? To those who are lost, there are several unknown characteristics about Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Apostolic Perspective

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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An apostolic perspective will make decisions based upon God’s purposes, plans and praise. In other words, all of our decisions will be determined by what will bring greater praise, fulfillment of God’s purpose - HIs glory known and given throughout the wh

Apostolic Perspective And God has appointed in the church first apostles... (I Cor. 13:28) An apostle is one who is a sent forth messenger of truth. Paul identifies himself as Paul, an apostle (not sent from men, nor through the agency of man, but through Jesus Christ and God the Father. (Gal. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:28-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stumbling Block Vs Steppin Stone?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 13, 2003

based on 25 ratings

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It may take a crucified individual to take a crucified church to the feet of a crucified Savior.

STUMBLING BLOCK VS STEPPING STONE --- MORE THAN A CONQUEROR? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:3 Thou therefore endure hardness, as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. 2 Timothy 1 :12 For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3, 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Prescription For A Happy Home

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 9, 2002

based on 56 ratings

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God gives Biblical guidelines for how we can have happy and successful homes.

INTRODUCTION Norman Wright describes four changes that have taken place in family life in recent years. One is the move toward a nuclear family. This is the mother, father and children. In the past, it was common for families to involve the extended members as well. The second change is the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Foolishness Of Our Faith

Contributed by Adriel Morgan on Aug 14, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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I’m a fool for Christ! Who’s fool are you?

I feel sometimes that we in the church get too serious. I know that most of the time it’s a serious matter-a matter of life and death literally. But its ok to smile in church! Its ok to laugh in church! Its ok to tell jokes in church! Years ago the popular pass-time was telling jokes. This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: *other

A Heart For God Series

Contributed by Michael De Rosa on Sep 10, 2006

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to help people know that to have a heart for God means to be willing to be humbled

Opening Illustration (a story built on one by A. Stanley) While in college, Dave came home with me for a Winter Break. Unknown to my parents, though, was what Dave brought in his extra large suitcase: a 40 pound python named ‘Squeeze’. I really never liked snakes, but he told me he had no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Free Methodist

A Surprise Calling From God

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jul 20, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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I did this in character as an introduction to a study of the Minor Prophet Amos.

Introduction I. Yehweh, have not I worshiped you with a full heart? A. Have not I been faithful? B. Have not I lived my life to please you as best as I possibly could. II. But Lord, You know that I have people that depend on me. A. I have a family. B. I have laborers. C. Lord, what ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

You Are What You Eat

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Aug 7, 2006

based on 27 ratings

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In a world of fad diets, cooking shows on tv, and gourmet grocery stores everywhere, Jesus reminds us not to work for the bread that perishes. We are reminded that Jesus is the bread eternal!

"You Are What You Eat!" Sermon on John 6:24-35 Pentecost +9-B August 6, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “For the bread of God is that which comes down from heaven and gives life to the world. They said to him, ‘Sir, give us this bread always.’ Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Obeying Our Advocate Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 8, 2006

based on 5 ratings

| 3,283 views

We can know we’re Christians with absolute certainty. Is this being presumptuous? The objective basis for our assurance of salvation rests on faith plus action. Our choices reflect our commitment to Christ.

Sermon Series on First John, “Collecting Evidence of Faith” “Obeying our Advocate”, 2:1-6 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Picture a tense courtroom trial. The evidence has been presented and things don’t look good for the defendant. The defense ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Congregational

A Father's Faith Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 23, 2007

based on 18 ratings

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A family needs to see a father’s faith in action. As his faith grows over time, many answers will come to pass.

April, 2007 A Father’s Faith John 4:46-53 INTRODUCTION: There are times when a father’s faith makes requests of the Lord in the interest of his family. This happened in today’s scripture reading. The nobleman had evidently heard of the miracles that Jesus had performed at other places. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-53

Denomination: Methodist

Principles Of Faith

Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Apr 29, 2007

based on 6 ratings

| 7,705 views

Christian faith has God the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit as its object, requires action and produces joy.

Introduction SHARP – We are living in difficult and confusing times. We all are living lives of constant change as we move from duty station to duty station and going from one deployment to another. Add on top of that the uncertainty of life as shown by the Virginia Tech killings, Columbine, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Miss The Intent Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007

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Just like the Pharisees, so many are concerned with outward appearances but Jesus teaches us that we need to be concerned with matters of the heart and that once the heart is under control, outward appearances as well as our actions will take care of them

I. INTRODUCTION A. Examples of Common Misunderstood Intentions In a world that is so full of evil, one has to be so careful in what he says because one never knows how someone else will interpret what was said. 1. The World of EMAIL I live in the world of email & love it. I can send a message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-48

Denomination: Baptist

Strongholds

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 29, 2008

based on 5 ratings

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To be a "Healthy Believer" we must pull down the stronghold of satan.

"STRONGHOLDS" 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 * In the early 1960’s one of the “family activities” that Watts family enjoyed was watching TV together. Dad had control of the remote (that would have been me) and we truly learned to love the shows which Dad watched. One of those shows was entitled, Combat. * ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Rsvp

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 7, 2008

based on 14 ratings

| 8,354 views

A sermon that looks at the parable of the wedding banquet from the perspective of the host - God.

-It is absolutely maddening to young couples -Maybe y’all had to deal with it too when you got married -I’m as guilty as anybody -What I’m talking about it RSVPs -Today’s sermon is about RSVPs and the people who refuse to return them -I’ve always wondered what RSVP stood for. I knew it was an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

When Your Faith Is Tested

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 21, 2008

based on 2 ratings

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The testing of our faith is a priceless gift from God to make us stronger, deeper and more valuable to Him.

When Your Faith Is Tested Griffith Baptist Church – 11/23/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:17-19 (Genesis 22:1-18) Key verse: Hebrews 11:17 - By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, Premise: The testing of our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

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