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An Unsung Hero

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Aug 3, 2005

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Lessons drawn from the story of Ananias of Damascus

An Unsung Hero Acts 9:10-19 INTRO.: The story of the conversion of Saul of Tarsus includes the name of an unsung hero of the faith. Saul’s encounter on the Damascus Rd. with the Lord is recorded in verses 1-9. Following three days of blindness on his part, we are introduced to Ananias, a disciple ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Money Matters

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 17, 2005

based on 5 ratings

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Using earthly resources for kingdom purposes.

Luke 16:1-2 (NLT) Jesus told this story to his disciples: "A rich man hired a manager to handle his affairs, but soon a rumor went around that the manager was thoroughly dishonest. [2] So his employer called him in and said, ’What’s this I hear about your stealing from me? Get your report in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe In The Communion Of Saints Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 29, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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There are no self made Christians. The Communion of Saints is vital to a Christian’s life.

Hebrews 12:1-3, Acts 2:42-47 “I Believe In the Communion of Saints” INTRODUCTION American society tends to idolize the rugged, self-made individual. We admire their individuality, and their ability to overcome adverse conditions, excel, and achieve their chosen goals. ¨ Donald Trump ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

A Great Man A Leper/A Successful Man A Sinner

Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002

based on 37 ratings

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Sermon compares the spiritual journey of Naaman with that of modern men who would come to God.

A GREAT MAN . . . A LEPER A SUCCESSFUL MAN . . . A SINNER 2 Kings 5:1-14 What if I told you that you could be set free from this prison today, that you could have all the money, land, and possessions the world had to offer–but there would be one catch. You would be alone–there would be nobody ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Overcome Intentional And Unintentional Hypocrisy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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1. Recognize any personal or organizational Pharisaical tendency to view people through the law rather than through grace.

1. Recognize any personal or organizational Pharisaical tendency to view people through the law rather than through grace. The Pharisees' values were rooted in their traditions, laws, and culture. They found a great sense of their identity in their clique. They resented anyone who failed to live up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can Our Sermons Have Greater Influence

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 48 ratings

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Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the f

Why do you suppose that so many sermons fail to produce lasting changes in the lives of some people? Among the many answers to that question could be the fact that our preaching fails to contain the essential ingredients of the messages preached by the first century apostles. Notice in this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

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Paul learned how to adapt his communications to maximize its effects with the Athenians. We too should ask the Holy Spirit to direct our communications for its greatest results. The Spirit is able to empower, enable and influence the outcome of our commun

CULTURALLY ADAPT YOUR COMMUNICATION Illustration: The Importance of Good Communications:Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don’t say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Perfect Work Series

Contributed by John Edmerson on Sep 13, 2001

based on 58 ratings

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This sermon explains God’s perfecting process for all Christians.

God’s Perfect Work James 1:1-4 John T. Edmerson, Minister Church of Christ Kennedy Heights I. Introduction A. “Work” has different meanings to different people. To some “work” is seen as a highly esteemed virtue or an admirable trait. To others “work” represents something foreign an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Plea To Reutrn To God

Contributed by Arthur Horne on Nov 18, 2000

based on 88 ratings

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Using the Old Testament Prophets to show a modern day need of returning to the Lord that so obviously birthed this nation called the United States

Probably nowhere in the Bible is the tenderness of the relationship between the Lord and His subjects better demonstrated than in these two passages. In Ezekiel 16 the Lord wonderfully reminds Israel of the way that He founded the nation. A people not loved by anyone. He demonstrates this by using ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 16:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rush Hour Ii: Flesh Versus Spirit Series

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 3, 2002

based on 40 ratings

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Inside of us, the spirit is fighting against the flesh. We need to feed the spirit, and starve the flesh.

Rush hour 2 : Flesh versus Spirit Introduction: Spiritually, there is a war going on inside of you. Gal 5:16 This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. Gal 5:17 For the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7-8, Galatians 5:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tell The Truth Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Aug 12, 2003

based on 49 ratings

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To note the necessity of being truthful at all times.

The 10 Commandments #9: Tell the Truth Text: Exodus 20:16 Thesis: To note the necessity of being truthful at all times. Introduction: (1) In a book, The Day America Told the Truth, 91% of those who were surveyed admitted that they lied about matters they considered trivial and 36% admitted that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thrones In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 17, 2003

based on 38 ratings

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God’s description of who is great in the kingdom of God is a servant. Our rewards in heaven will be great

Thrones in Heaven Matthew 20:20-28 Primary Purpose: To discuss who is great in the kingdom of God. One of the characteristics of most of the disciples including James and John was that they were seekers. They studied and sought out the kingdom of God. They sought to make themselves disciples ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Radiant Life Series

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Nov 10, 2002

based on 41 ratings

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Every believer is called to a lifestyle that produces "good works" and "glorifies" our Heavenly Father.

Characteristics of Christianity pt 3: A Radiant Life “You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 “Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. 16 “Let your light so shine before men, ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 6:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Of Mind Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 1, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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What we think about has a lot to do with the peace that we experience.

Philippians 4:8-9 Sunday, July 28, 2002 How important is your mind? How important are the kinds of things that you think about? There are two extremes in our society: #1 Our minds are not important. What we fill our minds with really has no effect on the reality around us. We hear this line ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Ready!

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 5, 2010

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Contemporary Christians tend to be complacent about the return of Christ. Will we be ready for His return?

Luke 12: 32 – 40 – Ready! Intro: Have you ever been caught sleeping in church? . . . I’m going to give you 10 good excuses to use the next time you are caught sleeping in church: 1) They told me at the blood bank this might happen. 2) I was just taking a power nap. 3) It must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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