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From Frustration To Faith Series

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

based on 216 ratings

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Habakkuk was perplexed why god seemed inactive when both church and state of Israel was corrupt but was assured that God was working his purposes out.

Do you sometimes get frustrated? If so, you’re not alone. The prophet Habakkuk did! The golden days for Israel when King David and King Solomon ruled a united and prosperous nation were long gone. The nation had split in two and was held in scorn by its powerful neighbours. But what was ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did He Do It? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 11, 2001

based on 35 ratings

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A inductive exploration of the reasons why individuals sacrifice for others leading to the exposure of the reason Jesus died for us and how we must respond.

Introduction: Have you ever heard a story and wondered why did they do that? Beauty and the Beast, a Walt Disney animated movie, tells the story of a beautiful French girl, Belle, who finds the love of Beast, a prince condemned long ago to live a life of shame and ugliness because he was rude and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

What If Hell Is Real Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2003

based on 547 ratings

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Hell is one of those things that we all believe but none of us likes to talk about.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 43 “What If Hell Is Real” Luke 16:19-31 The subject of today’s sermon is one of those things that we all believe but none of us likes to talk about. In a national poll conducted several years ago ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Festival, Pt. 1

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 11, 2003

based on 66 ratings

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A vision of worship. In the OT, God was untouchable. Now we are invited into His City. The result is thankfulness, awe, and reverence.

Becoming A Festival, pt. 1 February 8/9, 2003 Intro: Westminster Shorter Catechism, Question 1: Q: What is the chief end of man? A: Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever. The question and answer get to the heart of why we were created – we were created to worship God – ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Values Our Humanity; "I Thirst” Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jun 6, 2003

based on 80 ratings

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Jesus started his earthly ministry hungry and ended his earthly ministry thirsty. As we return to Jesus on the cross we come to what may be the easiest of the seven words to understand. Or is it?

Later, knowing that all was now completed, and so that the scripture would be fulfilled, Jesus said, “I am thirsty.” A jar of wine vinegar was there, so they soaked a sponge on a stalk of the hyssop plant, and lifted it to Jesus’ lips. (John 19:28-29) Let me open today’s message by asking you a ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dancing With The Father

Contributed by Paul Newell on Jun 23, 2003

based on 85 ratings

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A Father’s Day Sermon inspired by the recent song "Dancing with the Father". What it means to really have a Heavenly Father.

I grew up in a non-dancing house. My Dad was a conservative Baptist Pastor in Bakersfield, California and we just didn’t dance. As a matter of fact, though my Dad never preached against dancing I somehow new that dancing was right up there with murder, robbing a bank, and, well, you name it, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Domino Effect

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Feb 2, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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Fellowship is an important purpose of the church. Learn about true fellowship that’s found in the power of connection!

The Domino Effect How You Can Make A Difference Through Connections 11/19/03 I. Introduction On Monday, August 18th, 2003, a 24-year-old woman from China tipped over 303,621 dominos, breaking a long-standing record for the world’s longest solo domino topple. Beijing-born Ma Lihua broke a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship The King

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 7, 2004

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We must remember that worship is our highest priority and it dwarfs every other offering we can make for Jesus. He treasures worship more than all our service. It is love behind the service that makes the fragrance. Do not get discouraged if others misund

Worship the King (Mark 14:1-10) Even though many people may down play the importance of offering our best in worship, let us remember the lessons that Mary gives us about worshiping the King. When we worship the King we fulfill God’s highest calling in our life. While the chief priests and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Next Level

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Feb 28, 2004

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What is it that will bring you into the next level of commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian life? Lack of commitment hinders our development and prevents spiritual growth. Lack of commitment to spiritual excellence keeps us on a slippery place wh

What is it that will bring you into the next level of commitment to Jesus Christ and the Christian life? The original thought planned for tonight’s lesson was to present another lesson in this series on Apologetics, discussing some of the very specific statements in the Bible and some reasons that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

No Compromise On Holiness Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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An introduction to the book of Daniel and a look at the first chapter where we learn that we are not to compromise our personal holiness.

Introduction Well it had to come sooner or later. I’ve tried to avoid it as long as possible. But I seem to be left with no choice, today I have to face it. Yes it’s time to look at the Bible story that’s all about eating your vegetables, or is it? I guess those of you that know my life style ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Holiness

The Magnitude Of His Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 28, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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From the father’s reactions in the parable of the prodigal son, understand the magnitude of God’s grace for sinners.

Focus on the father’s responses in the parable of the prodigal son - Verses 22-24; 31-32 We are going to focus on the father in this story today. In order to understand this parable, we need to start with 15:1-2 “Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Power Play Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 22, 2005

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Jesus Christ came to earth to reveal the nature of the REAL boss the Lord God Almighty. He is pretty intimidating, so you’d think He would have a personality to match but He doesn’t. The boss of bosses does not follow the world?s leadership model

For more Bible Studies: visit www.CalvaryChapelNewberg.org There’s a saying in business that I’ve heard a lot. "Lead, follow, or get out of the way!" It portrays the sentiment that you should step up and over everyone - meekly fall in line with the "leaders" - blindly following their every ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-32

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Wwjd In Worship - Meeting Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 22, 2005

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How would Jesus worship in this congregation if He was part of our church?

OPEN: A man walked into a gift shop that sold religious items. Near the cash register he saw a display of caps with “WWJD” printed on all of them. He was puzzled over what the letters could mean, but couldn’t figure it out, so he asked the clerk. The clerk replied that the letters stood for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

This We Believe: " The Holy Spirit" Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Holy Trinity.

This We Believe— I Believe in the Holy Spirit Acts 1: 1-11 Walking through the bookstore one day, I turn the corner and the title of a book captures my attention. If you want to know what is on the minds of people, go to the bookstore and see what books are displayed in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Formed For A Purpose Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 7, 2004

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The Bible repeatedly tells us we were created with a purpose. So, why do we have such a hard time believing that?

OPEN: Several years ago, the Country Gazette in Franklin, Massachusetts had this listing in its classified section: “Unknown item for sale. We know it’s valuable; we don’t know what it is. If you can identify it, we’ll sell it for $250.” APPLY: Now isn’t that interesting? They had no idea what ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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