Sermons about An Illusive Peace

Patience - The Impossible Fruit? Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 29, 2003

based on 47 ratings

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The fruit of patience is an expression to the long haul in our commitment to Christ.

We begin this morning with a brief review of our current series on the Fruits of the Spirit. We began with a look at love. Then we examined joy. Last week we spent some time with peace. I suggested that we call love the foundational fruit and peace a potentially illusive fruit. But, I would also ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:11

Denomination: Church Of God

A Season Of Waiting Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 30, 2001

based on 170 ratings

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The key to thriving in a season of waiting is contentment, and trusting that God has a good purpose in it.

As you probably know, it’s now officially Autumn. Along with many of you, I was in southeastern Ohio yesterday for the church’s family retreat at Seneca Lake. It was beautiful there, wasn’t it? The air was crisp and cool, the sun was warm. The leaves were just beginning to turn. It was one of those ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:4, Philippians 4:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Money Talks

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 18, 2001

based on 136 ratings

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"If money talks," said a popular comedian, "all it ever says to me is good-bye"

"If money talks," said a popular comedian, "all it ever says to me is good-bye" There are several miscellaneous matters in this last chapter, but the key thought seems to be that of the second coming of Christ (vv. 7-9). When Christians honestly look for the return of Christ, the evidences of ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Play The Game Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on Jan 30, 2007

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This message deals with Jesus’ call for Christians to not involve themselves in verbal abuse.

LUKE Don’g Play the Game © 2006 Eric Bain NOTE: This sermon is available in audio format @ www.sanctuary-church.com BI - Don’t play the Game of Death! Good morning… For those of you that may not know, my name is Eric and I am the pastor here at Sanctuary. I don’t know if you heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“grace And Peace Are Yours!”

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Dec 22, 2013

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Cherish and share God's Christmas greeting.

It’s a topic that perhaps drives you nuts. Is it “Merry Christmas,” or “Season’s Greetings”? “Blessed Christmas,” or “Happy Holidays”? Which greeting do you prefer? I believe most Christians would say they like a greeting with the word ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

When Peace Seems So Elusive

Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 30, 2014

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Peace seems so elusive for so many people. True, lasting peace is found only in Jesus.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 31, 2014 David Simpson When Peace Seems So Elusive Job 3:25-26 25 What I feared has come upon me; what I dreaded has happened to me. 26 I have no peace, no quietness; I have no rest, but only turmoil. It seems as if peace is so elusive for so ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:25-26

Denomination: Christian Church

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Prince Of Peace” Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 23, 2018

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In a world filled with war, and when high percentages of our population are medicated to deal with life’s anxieties, how exactly is Jesus the “Prince of Peace”? This sermon explains how Jesus can be our Prince of Peace in this life, and how He will be the eternal Prince of Peace in a future kingdom.

His Name Shall Be Called…“The Prince of Peace” Chuck Sligh Series: His Name Shall Be Called December 16, 2018 A PowerPoint slide presentation of this sermon is available upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Isaiah 9:6 – “For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

Peace On Earth And In The Church, Two

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 13, 2000

based on 64 ratings

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How can we have the peace for which Jesus prayed?

Evening Message December 10, 2000 Central Church of Christ John Dobbs PEACE ON EARTH, AND IN THE CHURCH, PART TWO Introduction: This morning we talked about some of the negative hurtful effects that occur when peace is absent from the local church. We also discussed some items that rob the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, John 17:21-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Peace: Ready, Set, Go Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 27, 2000

based on 88 ratings

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To gain peace in stressful times, we need, like the shepherds of Bethlehem, to be ready and open to God’s doing new things; to set out promptly to respond to God’s action; and to go back into our normal course of life, but with a difference.

These are stressful days. There is too much going on. Too much. Too much work, too much to think about, too many demands, too much. Why, we have to shop and bake and decorate and plan parties and send cards and on and on. Too much. Stressful. Too much traveling. I heard an astonishing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Outward Harmony / Inward Peace Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001

based on 18 ratings

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HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT

BIG IDEA: HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT I. (:1-5) HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP REQUIRES OUR TOTAL COMMITMENT TO ONE ANOTHER WITH A SPIRIT OF: - STEADFASTNESS - JOY - AND PATIENCE A. (:1) Steadfastness -- We Must be Totally Committed to Stand Firm in the Lord 1. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Prince Of Peace Has Come

Contributed by Jack Warford on Jan 2, 2002

based on 57 ratings

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If you could have anything in the World what would it be? For me it would be peace, not just any peace, but a total peace that comes only from the Prince of Peace. What must we do to have this peace? We must obey Jesus and hate sin.

Luke 19:42, John 14:27, Revelation 1:17 (NLT) If you could have anything in the World what would it be? For me it would be peace, not just any peace, but a total peace that comes only from the Prince of Peace. What must we do to have this peace? We must obey Jesus and hate sin. In Luke Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prince Of Peace Instigates War

Contributed by James May on Jan 14, 2002

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The Prince of Peace has come to bring a sword and not peace to the earth. The Peace that He brings can only be experienced if we are covered by the Blood of the Lamb.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: John 14:27, Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Prince Of Peace Brings A Sword Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Feb 17, 2002

based on 274 ratings

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Jesus quotes Micah’s prophecy to warn his followers of the cost of discipleship, and its reward.

The Prince of Peace Brings a Sword Text: Matthew 10:34-39 Introduction The biggest fear of most Basic Trainees is that an injury will force them to restart training. After my worship service (as a Basic Training Chaplain) one morning I spoke to a soldier on crutches as my three-year-old wound ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

#3fruit Of Spirit Peace Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 29, 2002

based on 85 ratings

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This is the 3rd study in the fruit of the Spirit:PEACE.

#3 STUDY OF THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT: PEACE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23. Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. WE ARE STUDYING THE FRUIT OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Time Of Peace And A Time To Pass Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jun 1, 2002

based on 32 ratings

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We will walk with Jacob Israel today through the 47th Chapter of Genesis and see the Peace, provision, and promise at his passing on. Good things for growing Christians.

A time of Peace and a time to Pass A. Israel finds peace B. Israel’s provision and promise DBF Sunday Sermon, 6/2/02, Genesis 47 You know that in our day and age the word “Peace” is taken for so many things. It is mixed up with “Peace and Love”. This is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 47:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

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