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Lessons From Emmaus Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 14, 2001

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Lessons we can incorporate into our lives from what Jesus taught the men on the road to Emmaus when they were confused and dismayed.

THERE ARE TIMES IN OUR SPIRITUAL LIVES WHEN THERE WILL BE CONFUSION, AND THE WAY OUT OF IT IS NOT SIMPLY TO SAY THAT WE SHOULD NOT BE CONFUSED. IT IS NOT A MATTER OF RIGHT AND WRONG, BUT A MATTER OF GOD TAKING US THROUGH A WAY THAT WE TEMPORARILY DO NOT UNDERSTAND. JUST BECAUSE WE DON’T ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-27

Denomination: Free Methodist

Why Jesus Wants Us To Be Initiators Instead Of Remaining As Passive Recipients

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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The Lord expects us to initiate opportunities with the power of the Spirit to bring others to a saving and growing faith in our Lord Jesus. It is not enough to passively receive what He gives freely. "Freely we have received, therefore, freely give."

Illustration: We love because He first loved us. (I JOhn 4:10) Illustration:John Wesley traveled 250,000 miles on horseback, averaging twenty miles a day for forty years; preached 4,000 sermons; produced 400 books; knew ten languages. At eighty-three he was annoyed that he could not write more ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's About Jesus

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Jul 3, 2006

based on 6 ratings

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A look at the centrality of Jesus to everything and an encouragement to keep on discovering him.

Introduction Do you ever ask yourself the question “what on earth am I doing?” Like the man who spent all his money on a sleek new Mercedes roadster and was out on the motorway for an evening cruise. The top was down, the breeze was blowing through his hair and he decided to open her up. As wnet ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generosity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 28, 2006

based on 44 ratings

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Generosity isn’t something religious fanatics do; it’s a lifestyle of sharing Christ’s love that enriches the giver.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes ”Generosity” Ecclesiastes 11:1-8 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I worked for a Colonel who wasn’t very generous with advice. I’d go to his office, seeking guidance, only to leave empty-handed. You ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

"Should We Really Be Afraid Of Death?”

Contributed by Paul Weidner on May 26, 2004

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If we take the time to realistically examine our culture, especially our western culture, we will readily see that death is not something we think about very much.

For Christians, the season of Lent is the time of our church year like no other because our focus is drawn on a very unpopular topic, death. We are taken on a journey covering the last weeks of Jesus’ ministry, which ends with his horrible torture and death by crucifixion. But because we ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

Mary - Woman Of Power

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

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Although Mary was considered to be just an average Jewish girl, the Holy Spirit had a “divine influence on her heart”.

Last week we began looking at the life of Mary, the earthly mother of Jesus Christ. Mary had an angelic visitation from the Archangel, Gabriel. Gabriel declared to Mary that she was a Woman of Grace and highly favored of the Lord. Although Mary was considered to be just an average Jewish girl, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:34-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus' Call

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 21, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Jesus called Andrew and Peter to be "fishers of men"

Dymchurch 23-01-05 Fishers of Men - Matthew 4:12-4:22 Story: A vicar was retiring after 25 years in the parish. As he came to clear out his bedroom, he found a small bowl with 5 eggs and £1,000 pounds in. Baffled he called his wife and said: Darling, what is this little basket under the bed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Anglican

Stand Firm Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 15, 2002

based on 76 ratings

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The biblical story of the crossing of the Red Sea is so obvious the skeptics can’t believe it and we mustn’t overlook it.

OPENING: At the entrance to a one lane bridge in Sonoma Calif.: "When this sign is under water, this road is impassable." APPLICATION: Why does that seem so silly? Probably because it’s so obvious. If the water was up that far you couldn’t read sign anyway! The world’s can often be like that - ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:5-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building A Dwelling Place For God Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003

based on 85 ratings

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Ephesians Series #7. What does the House of God look like. He does not dwell in house made of wood and stone, but in our hearts and lives. Are we being deliberate about how we are building our Dwelling place for Him.

A Walk that is Worthy Part 7 “Building a Dwelling Place for God” Text Eph 2:19-22 Intro: This morning once again we are going to continue on with our series in Ephesians entitled “A Walk that is Worthy” The title of my message specifically is “Build a Dwelling Place for God” Illus: A vicar was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Total Commitment

Contributed by Dan Bentz on Apr 11, 2002

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Sometimes our commitment is more words than action...

Our Total Commitment Romans 12:1 – 2 Introduction — Doing something that really matters will always come at a cost. At the 4th of July and on Veteran’s day we always think about the high cost of our freedom. Soldiers, sailors, and airmen in untold numbers have died to keep us free, and we need ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do By Faith?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 13, 2003

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Faith, the foundation of obedience to God, has a rich history of dynamic characters. Today’s challenge is to hold on to the object and content of Christian faith.

Heroes of Faith: Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sarah, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Rahab, Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets. Hebrews 11 is a sort of survey of Old Testament faith leaders. The names that receive the most attention are Abraham and Moses. The central ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40, Hebrews 10:19-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"This Is Your Hour, Don't Faint!"

Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Dec 7, 2001

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For this is your hour, this is your year, and don’t let no devil in hell stop you from receiving what God has for you.

“And let us not be weary in well doing: For in due season we shall reap, if we faint not” – Galatians 6:9. Before I get into our text, I will like us to review Paul’s life and conversion. For he was a prudent and profound man who believed in pursuing life with a passion so ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Epiphany

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Apr 14, 2003

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Expect God to be made manifest in your life.

EPIPHANY TEXT: John 2:1-11; Luke 3:21-22 I know that most of you have not been kept up nights wondering about Epiphany. A large number of people have never heard of Epiphany, and although I had heard of it, it never really dawned on me that anyone might actually celebrate it until I visited ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Methodist

The Writing On The Wall

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Dec 11, 2002

based on 13 ratings

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A Narrative sermon around the Daniel 5 story.

I. Here we are in the year 538 B.C A. The Babylonian Kingdom 1. Currently at war with the Medo-Persian Empire 2. It seems as though the kingdom is on a spiral downwards 3. It is almost as if we have found ourselves in a great whirlpool of which there is no return B. A lot has changed since the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anti-Judge Abimelech Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 12, 2002

based on 83 ratings

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The faith-response to corrupt leadership

“Anti-judge Abimelech” Judges Chapter 9 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Politics is often a quest for power, and power can corrupt. We all know of individuals who’ve been seduced by power and do whatever it takes to get to the top. It’s been said that ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-57

Denomination: Congregational

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