Sermons about Barriers To Growth

Worship: "They Had Not Done It For A Long Time..." By Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Nov 16, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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Little faith will bring your soul to Heaven, but, great faith will bring Heaven to your soul. Worship has a way of doing this. Let’s see why!

Introduction When’s the last time, God quickened your pulse! I mean, the moment you walked through the doors of the Church...you knew YOU were IN the presence of God! Worship is the only vehicle that brings ones soul into the Throne Room of the ALMIGHTY. There has never been a greater King that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 30:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Winning The Race

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 16, 2004

based on 18 ratings

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All of us want to be "winning Christians" and fulfill the purposes God has for us. What are the essentials for winning the race and one day receiving the reward that is promised?

WINNING THE RACE Philippians – Be Joyful! Paul’s heart for the Philippians. 1. I have you in my mind (1:3-6) 2. I have you in my heart (1:7-8) 3. I have you in my prayers (1:9-11) Philippians 3:12-16 – Christian Growth/Spiritual Maturity (not salvation---santification) In Chapter 3, Paul is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Of His Hands

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 16, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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The Bible uses different ways to describe our relationship to Him like; He is the creator, we are His creation¡ He is our Father, we are His children. The one I want us to focus on tonight is: He is the Potter, we are the clay.

THE WORK OF HIS HANDS The Bible uses different ways to describe our relationship to Him like¡KHe is the creator¡Kwe are His creation¡KHe is our Father¡Kwe are His children¡KThe one I want us to focus on tonight is: He is the Potter¡Kwe are the clay. CONF.- 4 of 7 days I was set aside. Why? ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Character Of A Servant

Contributed by David Rogers on Nov 16, 2004

based on 16 ratings

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Description of a servant

DO YOU HAVE THE CHARACTER OF A SERVANT What does the word servant mean? We use that term everyday in our lives. Some use the term to mean someone who serves the needs of their employer. This is true. This is one meaning of the word still others use the word to describe the service that a ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful What You Promise

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Nov 17, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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A sermon based on a vacation bible school song encouraging us to be more careful and deliberate in the way in which we live.

Be Careful What You Promise Mark 6:14-29 Intro: There is an old chorus that I learned as a child in Vacation Bible School that applies to this passage beautifully. The words are as follows; Verse 1 - “O be careful little hands what you do. For the Father up above is looking down in love. So be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fortifying Your Faith Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 17, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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Why was this early church SO powerful? It had discovered it could help its members not stop with HAVING faith, but fortifying their faith! What could this focus do for you? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Let me ask you: Why is the church here? (By ‘the church’, I don’t mean this building, I mean the group of people that makes up the church.) I’m looking for your feedback – *DON’T RESPOND if you’ve attended this church for over 1 year.* Don’t you wish you belonged to a church like that? - A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Holiness

From Knowledge To Conviction:

Contributed by John Harvey on Nov 17, 2004

based on 33 ratings

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Christians must grow in their faith. It is not enough to just know about being a Christian, we must put the knowledge into action

“From Knowledge to Conviction: Growing Up Without Growing Stale” 11-21-04 Intro: Food that expires or goes bad Bread left out Juice or Milk that has spoiled Twinkies- do not have an endless shelf life- Go bad after 25 days The key to spiritual maturity is to grow up in Christ, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Can God Still Use Me After I've Gotten Off To A Shaky Start?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 12, 2004

based on 57 ratings

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The beginning of Elisha’s solo ministry provides some insights into the mistakes that many of us make early in our walk with God.

- vv. 23-25. - This is simply a problem passage. It’s very difficult to explain - it seems so unnecessary and unbecoming to a prophet, especially when you compare Jesus’ statements on forgiveness. - How do we make sense of it? KEY THOUGHT: God works through imperfect people. - The tendency ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Doubting, Sceptical Discipleship Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 12, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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A sermon on the place of doubt in relation to faith.

Sermon for 2 Easter Yr C, 18/04/2004 Based on Jn 20:24-29 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “Doubting, Sceptical Discipleship” In a Charlie Brown cartoon, Charlie and Lucy are walking ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Lutheran

Some Things Will Never Change

Contributed by James Hardy on Apr 14, 2004

based on 56 ratings

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In a world that is changing so rapidly, there are some things that will never change.

Some things Will Never Change. I. The Word of God will never change: HEAVEN AND EARTH WILL PASS AWAY BUT MY WORD WILL NOT PASS AWAY. A. No matter how many translations. B. No matter how many interpretations. c. No matter what new revelations. d. No matter how ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus In Your Boat?

Contributed by Millie Pisano on Apr 14, 2004

based on 47 ratings

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Through the storms and adveristiy in life how do you handle these things? How do others see you?

IS JESUS IN YOUR BOAT? Mark 4:35-39 On that day, when evening came, He said to them, "Let us go over to the other side." Leaving the crowd, they took Him along with them in the boat, just as He was; and other boats were with Him. And there arose a fierce gale of wind, and the waves were ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walk In Wisdom-Walk With God

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 15, 2004

based on 40 ratings

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If we want to live wisely then we must walk with God.

“Walk In Wisdom? Walk With God” Proverbs 1 Last week we began our new study of Solomon’s book of Proverbs. I hope that you walked away from our study thinking to yourself, “Those ancient wisdom sayings of Proverbs are more relevant to my life today than anything being offered by the authorities ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Sight Is Valuable To Believers

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 17, 2004

based on 16 ratings

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In being able to step back and see life’s issues before us; we can learn to see clearly and assist others in seeing more clearly as well.

Spiritual Sight is Valuable to Believers Pastor Phillip A. Wright Luke 6:39-42 Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at one of the most widely known parables in the entire New Testament. The parable concerns one having a speck or a plank in their eye. As we take a fresh look at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39-42

Denomination: Baptist

"A Changed Name"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Apr 20, 2004

based on 28 ratings

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The Bible records 4 specific places where God changed the names of individuals. We have been given the name "Christian". Like Abraham, Israel,Peter & Paul, our new name bears a responsibility to live up to that name.

“A Changed Name” Revelation 2:17 INTRODUCTION: Revelation 2:17 – all turn A name is something to be proud of. I’m proud of the name “Scott”. It was such a great name, that they named a country after us … “Scotland”! I’ve had some strange sounding names in my congregations … Bebermeyer, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Detectors 1.1: Why You Need To Know The Truth Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on Apr 20, 2004

based on 39 ratings

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This is the opening message in a series that focuses on knowing and understanding the truths of basic Christian doctrine. It lays a biblical foundation for seeking God’s truth. Future messages will deal with specific doctrines. (04-18-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 1 “Why You Need to Know the Truth” Ephesians 4:11-16 Opening Illustration There was once a certain ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

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