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"Your Presence Is Fullness Of Joy”

Contributed by Sol Madlambayan on Oct 14, 2003

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Joy in the midst of chaos & tribulations is possible because of God through Jesus Christ.

HOLY SPIRIT BLESS US “Your Presence is Fullness of Joy” Psalm 16: 11 “You will show me the path of life, In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Praise the Lord! Today is another opportunity to worship God in Spirit and truth. Sunday is always a special ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:11

Denomination: Methodist

Trusting God When Life Becomes Too Real

Contributed by Denise Raterta on Feb 8, 2006

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When a Christian meets unbearable ordeals, how does he move on with his faith in God still intact? How do we reconcile God’s goodness and mercy with life’s atrocities to believers like us?

TRUSTING GOD WHEN LIFE BECOMES TOO REAL A teenager drowned in the sea during a Church youth camp. A large group of believers who gathered for a pastors’ convention were all killed in a hotel fire accident. A faithful and talented evangelist acquired acute diabetes and had to have both his legs ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: *other

Not Even For An Hour?

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Mar 24, 2008

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Not even for an hour could the disciples stay awake and keep watch with Christ. What about us? How difficult is it for us to stay awake and alert to Christ’s commands?

Not Even for an Hour? Matthew 26:36-56 Maundy Thursday 2008 It was the night before Easter 1994. I was a senior in college and at 8:00 p.m. I decided to make the 5 hour drive home to spend Easter with my family. Of course, I hadn’t packed or done any of that, so it was probably almost 9:00 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-56

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fullness Of Fearing God

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 3, 2007

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The Bible is clear that we should Fear the Lord, but where do we find the motivation to actually do that?

The Fullness of Fearing God Purpose: To lay out the reasons for fearing God. Aim: I want the listener to see the benefits of fearing God and strive to grow in their fear of God. INTRODUCTION: What Bible truth will do the following things?: - it will keep us from fear Proverbs 19-23 - it will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Flies In The Ointment

Contributed by Terry Hagedorn on Oct 6, 2007

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How to make your testimony stink.

FLIES IN THE OINTMENT "Dead flies make the ointment of the apothecary to send forth a stinking savour." Ecclessiates 10:1 Ointment was a necessary luxury in Bible times. The anointing of the hair, face, and exposed skin was an important act of hygiene and grooming in the arid regions of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-20, Ecclesiastes 10:1

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelistic Wedding Ceremony

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 3, 2012

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This is a simple wedding ceremony for a young Christian couple who had many non-believer friends in attendance. Includes unity candle and sand ceremonies. Some of the items have been gleaned from other sources.

Wedding of BRIDE ______ & GROOM ______ Seating of family Mothers lighting candles Bridal party enters Bride Enters OPENING WORDS Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today in the sight of God and in the presence of this company to witness the union of BRIDE ______ and GROOM _____ in Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Why Love...

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Feb 9, 2012

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To persist in Love...even when persecuted...

Why “Love”… Ouch! My Dad developed a frozen shoulder condition and boy we took him from one hospital to another with no avail, till the “Magnet therapy” did the trick. In this sermon, I intend to touch upon a particular type of “shoulder ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:29-31

Denomination: *other

Follow Me Now!

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Nov 5, 2010

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There was an urgency that these men recognized in Jesus call on their lives.

At the end of Mtt 3, Jesus is baptized by John. John is at first taken back- resists baptizing Jesus Mtt 3:15 Jesus said to John- permit it at this time. This was the moment in time that God chose for Jesus step out onto the stage of public ministry. Mtt 4:1 Matthew- Jesus- led by the Spirit into ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

A Means To An End Series

Contributed by Connail Johnson on Nov 10, 2010

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God designed the woman to adapt to whatever circumstance may occur within her realm. She is resourceful. She is creative. She knows how to make something out of what appears to be nothing. She will sacrifice without a second thought.

CYCLES 4 SISTERS “A MEANS TO AN END” HER MEANS Text: Prov.31:10 Introduction: “A MEAN MACHINE” At the turn of the 20th century women began to assert themselves as a driving force to be reckoned with not only within America, but in Countries all over the world. Women have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10

Denomination: Baptist

Birthed

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 2, 2009

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An examination of the 4 births that God has designed for every person to experience.

Birthed John 3:1-7 I WAS READING A BOOK ABOUT HEAVEN RECENTLY in which the author compared the death of a Christian to birth. He said our world is like a womb; we are bound within her. Death for the believer is deliverance to a life beyond our imagining. Interesting, isn’t it?---comparing ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Growing Pains Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 11, 2010

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As we face various trials in life we must learn to respond appropriately to the work God is doing in us: Embrace your trials and ask for God's help.

Growing Pains James 1:1-8 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. 2 Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3 because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4 ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Salvation Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Dec 23, 2009

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A three part Christmas series about Celebration, Salvation, and Reconciliation, based on the book The Purpose of Christmas by Rick Warren.

In this series- look at three aspects of- Christmas story- Celebration, Salvation, Reconciliation (N) Last week-looked at-Celebration, this week- Salvation, finish up Christmas Eve with Reconciliation. The Christmas story- amazing story of the Christ child. Christmas is the celebration of God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Charismatic

Preparation For The New Year Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 12, 2011

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What is most important for us this New Year? The answer is found in Solomon’s words in Proverbs.

Each year, over 1 billion eyes from all over the world are focused on the sparkling Waterford Crystal Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball. At 11:59 p.m., the Ball begins its descent as millions of voices unite to count down the final seconds of the year, and celebrate the beginning of a new year full ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:24

Denomination: Christian Church

Don’t Underestimate Self Or The Lord

Contributed by Ralph Lassiter on Sep 16, 2012

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Don't underestimate what you can do with the Lord on your side

Text: 1 Corinthians 1:26 – 31 Many of life’s responsibilities require that we make estimates. • A rough calculation of the amount, value, worth or power of something. We estimate how much . . . • Paint is need to paint a room or a house; Time we need to take a trip in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Problem Of Anger Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 16, 2013

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Though we will struggle with the feeling of anger as long as we live, it is how we deal with it that determines its effect on us. No matter how subtle or severe our anger may be, we can take biblical steps to overcome it and experience God’s peace.

Overcoming The Problem Of Anger www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Of all of our emotions, anger is perhaps the strongest and most potentially destructive. It is many times referred to as “wrath” in the Bible. 2. Proverbs 27:4 teaches us that anger can be cruel and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 11:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

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