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Facing Uncertain Times Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 25, 2001

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Three realities that help us face uncertainties in our future with spiritual confidence.

You and I live in an amazing period of human history. Most culture watchers and scholars believe that we are witnessing the decline of modernism that began in the 16th century and the emergence of a new phenomenon known as postmodernism. One of the many marks of postmodernism is technological ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Potter's Freedom Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Feb 12, 2001

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Three reasons we can trust God to be fair in the unfolding of his plan.

There are certain phrases every parent begins to expect from their kids. Phrases like "why?" or, "But Greg’s parents let him do it." One of those phrases is, "That’s not fair!" We said it as kids, and when we become parents our kids bombard us with that phrase. And of course the standard response ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dealing With Trouble Series

Contributed by Bill Lobbs on Feb 14, 2001

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Handling trouble before trouble handles us.

Dealing With Trouble Theme: Handling trouble before trouble handles us. Introductory Remarks Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we always felt as though we were always on "top of the world?" That we would always be in a positive mood, with circumstances involving us always to our liking. That people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44, 2 Corinthians 11:23-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jeremiah's Lament

Contributed by Ray Munro-Crump on Jan 31, 2003

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You don’t just find preachers in the pulpit, your words may be just as important!

Jeremiah 20:7-13 O LORD, you deceived me, and I was deceived; you overpowered me and prevailed. I am ridiculed all day long; everyone mocks me. Whenever I speak, I cry out proclaiming violence and destruction. So the word of the LORD has brought me insult and reproach all day long. But if I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-13, Matthew 10:24-49

Denomination: Methodist

Seeking God And Holiness

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 2, 2003

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Seeking God requires a commitment to growing in personal holiness.

For the past few weeks, we’ve been considering, in a broad sense, the topic of seeking God. What it means to pursue God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Why we should desire to do so, why it’s beneficial and even essential that we continue striving for God throughout our lives – ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Faith Series

Contributed by J Spurling on Feb 7, 2003

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We will be looking at a study of Faith that is found in James 1:2–12. This study of Faith in James 1:2–12 will help us understand Faith’s great importance in the Christian life.

James, the brother of Jesus, is the most likely author of this letter. It is obvious that the writer of the letter was a Jew. And there was no other Jew named James that would have fit the time period of the writing of this book (between 50-125 A.D.) that would have been so widely known to the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Beginning Of Sin & How To Conquer It

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Feb 19, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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Contemporary conversational style text with an easy to p.p.t. outline discussing the process of sin and how evil is dealt with bibilically

"The Beginning of Sin: And How to conquer it" Genesis Chapter 3 PASTOR BOB HUNTER SPRINGWATER CHURCH OBJECT: You will need one red delicious apple to demonstrate Eve’s fall into sin. INTRO: When God’s six day work week was complete, He proclaimed his creation not only good, but very good! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

Traveling Without A Map

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 13, 2002

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When God says, "go", start packing your bags by faith even if you don’t know what is on the horizon. (1st of 3 part series on Abraham)

December 2, 2001 Hebrews 11:8-10; Genesis 12:1-20 “Traveling without a map” INTRODUCTION – talk about expectations that you build up as you anticipate Christmas and maybe even expectations that you have of what is in a particular package. Kid in “A Christmas Story” who wanted a B.B. gun. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10, Genesis 12:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

To Pray Well, Obey Well

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 13, 2002

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If we do not merit God’s blessings, then how is it that those who are obedient are more likely to see their prayers answered?

This morning, we continue our series of messages on prayer. I’ve chosen this topic to begin the year because of its great importance. Prayer is absolutely foundational to the Christian life. It’s basic to our identity as Christians. Prayer is a necessary practice for anyone who wants to know and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Gospelizing 101

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jan 14, 2002

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Gives an exposition of Rom 3:21-26 including all the technical terms. Seeks to apply the text by arguing that the Christian life is the process of gospelization.

Rom 3:21-26 In 1759 William Cowper was 28 years old, he had a total mental breakdown and tried three different ways to commit suicide. He became convinced that he was beyond hope. In December, 1763, he was committed to St. Alban’s Insane Asylum, where the 58-year-old Dr. Nathaniel Cotton tended ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Surviving Financial Challenges Series

Contributed by Gene Barron on Jan 19, 2002

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Paul’s advice on how to handle your money before it handles you. Four specific attitudes we are to exhibit.

“Surviving Financial Challenges: How to Handle Your Money Before It Handles You” 1 Timothy 6:17-19 INTRODUCTION Finances can be a great challenge for all of us. Or, perhaps I should say, MOST of us. One guy said: “I never worry about money. I have enough to last me the rest of my life – unless I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking Out For #1

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

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By looking out only for himself, Lot suffered the loss of everything.

July 8, 2001 Genesis 13 “Looking out for #1- the story of Lot” part 1 I want to tell you a story this morning. It’s a true story. It’s a story about a man who made bad choices. Every choice that he made was on the basis what he thought was in his best interest. This man had a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Eulogy Sermantha Gillespie

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 21, 2002

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This the funeral service for my wife’s mother. She died knowing the Lord.

Sermantha Mary Dubose Gillespie Death first appeared in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. It was a frightening concept to them and has been for most of humankind ever since. But even before Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Asking God To Bless Me--A Preview Of The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 25, 2002

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To help apply what this Jabez prayer challenges a church family to do-and an individual’s role in that challenge

“Asking God to Bless Me!” --Preview of the Jabez Territory (The Challenges of the Prayer of Jabez Part 1 of 6) (Much of this message was developed from Bruce Wilkinson’s presentation on Visionary Leadership at the “Walk Thru Life with Purpose” Conference in Largo, FL, Feb. 5-7, 2002.) [I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7, 1 Chronicles 4:10

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming Obstacles--Principles Of The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Mar 5, 2002

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If Jabez was to be blessed indeed, he had to be kept from evil. Some important principles to overcoming the obstacles to expanding the borders of God’s blessings he has prepared for us are also discussed.

(Based on comments by Bruce Wilkinson at Walk thru Life Conference PPT slides and outline available) Today I continue with part 3 of the challenges of the prayer of Jabez. A man had a problem finding a parking space. He finally parked in a no parking zone and left a note on his windshield that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10, Exodus 4:10-14

Denomination: Methodist

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