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Different Faith: Indications Of A Faithful Follower Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 8, 2019

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This sermon focuses on three indicators that show evidence of progression in our level of faith and walk with our Lord.

We continue in our series, dare to be different, and this month across our group of churches our focus is different faith. Our faith is based on one simple truth: Jesus Christ died to save us from our sins. When we repent and place our trust in Jesus as Lord and Saviour we are saved by the Grace ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12-14, John 5:24, Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 2:16, Matthew 4:19, Matthew 8:22, Matthew 9:9, Matthew 10:38, Matthew 19:21, John 8:12, John 10:27, John 12:26 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Faulty Motive With A Kiss (Maundy Thursday 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 4, 2023

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Why did Judas betray Jesus with a kiss? In that day, a kiss was a way of greeting. Even in some other cultures around the world, kissing is still a way of social greeting.

A FAULTY MOTIVE WITH A KISS Text: Matthew 26:47 - 56 Matthew 26:47-56 While he was still speaking, Judas, one of the twelve, arrived; with him was a large crowd with swords and clubs, from the chief priests and the elders of the people. (48) Now the betrayer had given them a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:47-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Farmville - Life On The Farm Pt. 3 Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Mar 5, 2010

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| 6,266 views

Farming is no game. Understanding life on the farm is necessary for survival. Learn the laws and learn the lessons in order to live successfully in Farmville.

Movers Card Video roll in Farmville Life on the Farm – Part 3 I. Introduction I told you last week that I never really spent that much time on a farm. Isn’t it interesting that farming has invaded the lives of urban folks through the internet. However, truth be told, we have been saturated with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

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A Law-Abiding Citizen Of The Kingdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

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Explore the power of God's Word, the blessings that come from obedience to His law, and the joy of being a law-abiding citizen of His kingdom.

Good morning, family! Today, we're going to dive into a book that isn't often discussed but has some real gems in it - the book of Nehemiah. We'll be focusing specifically on Nehemiah 8:1-6 and looking at three powerful topics: the power of God's word, the blessing of obedience to God's law, and ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:1-6

Topics: Meditating, Word, Prosperous

Who Then Is This Jesus? Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 3, 2002

based on 71 ratings

| 14,084 views

The incident relayed to us in Luke 11:14-28 presses three relevant questions upon us. The first is, “Is Jesus The Son Of God As He Claims?” The second is, “How Do I Know That He Is Who He Says He Is?” And the third is, “What Must I Do In The Face Of This

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 30 “Who Then Is This Jesus!” Luke 11:14-26 Dr. John R. Hamby Several years ago (1972) Christian author Josh McDowell authored a book entitled “Evidence That Demands A Verdict.” This book ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Always Appropriate Prayer Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 28, 2006

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Sin is our greatest problem as human beings. Only confessing our sin to God and asking for forgiveness will help us.

What is the greatest problem we face as human beings today? Greenhouse gases and climate change? Terrorism? Civil wars? Overpopulation? The ever-increasing gap between rich and poor? The world-wide epidemic of HIV/AIDS? On a more personal level, perhaps it’s the breakdown in relationships between ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-19

Denomination: Anglican

A Fresh Walk Up Calvary's Hill

Contributed by Troy Shifflett on Mar 4, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 4,728 views

CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE LOST THE JOY OF BEING SAVED AND THE THINGS OF GOD

A FRESH WALK UP CALVARY’S HILL TEXT: ZECHARIAH 13:1 MARK 15:15-37 MAN WAS LOST WITH NO HOPE IN ORDER FOR MAN TO BE SAVED, THERE HAD TO BE CALVARY! WE READ AND HEAR ABOUT THE PAIN AND SUFFERINGS OF OUR LORD, BUT IT WAS THE ONLY WAY. TALK A LITTLE ABOUT THE SUFFERINGS HEBREWS 9:22 “AND ALMOST ALL ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 13:1, Mark 15:15-37

Denomination: Holiness

Guideline #6: Maintain A Spirit Of Harmony Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 3, 2003

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Discord will destroy a church. Harmony will make it effective in being the Body of Christ.

SERIES: “GOD-GIVEN GUIDELINES FOR GRWOING A GREAT CHURHC” TEXT: EPHESIANS 4:1-6 TITLE: Guideline #6: “MAINTAIN A SPIRIT OF HARMONY” (Sermon based on material from Bob Russel’s When God Builds A Church) INTRODUCTION: A. A preacher went to his high school reunion. One of his friends asked, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

So, What's Wrong With Avis?

Contributed by John Beehler on Jan 10, 2003

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| 6,090 views

There’s nothing wrong with being #2 as long Jesus is #1.

So, What’s Wrong With Avis? To say John the Baptist was unique would be an understatement. He had taken a Nazirite vow. Now a Nazirite vow contained 3 main conditions: refrain from wine and other intoxicants, not allow a razor to touch one’s hair, and not go near a dead body -–not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Authority Of Love Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 26, 2003

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The authority of Jesus and all of his would-be followers is rooted in love.

Sermon for 4 Epiphany Yr B, 2/02/2003 Based on I Cor 8:1-13 & Mk 1:21-28 “The Authority of Love” By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Authority and love; the authority of love; that is a common thread woven into our second lesson and gospel today. In our world, authority and love continue to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13, Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

How Jesus Conducted Funerals

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 21, 2003

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The example of the Master in being a comfort to people who have suffered loss.

Actually, Jesus never had to conduct a funeral. No one ever died or stayed dead in His immediate presence. That’s because He is the resurrection and the life! (John 11:25) He did, however, come to the aid of those in sorrow over death, and by so doing left a great example for those of us who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-50

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Renew My Church!

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 25, 2004

based on 19 ratings

| 4,185 views

Let’s be the kind of Church that God want’s us to be.

*Romans 12:1-2 "I abeseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies ba living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your 2reasonable service. 2 And do not be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship 101

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 2, 2004

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This sermon helps believers understand some of the basics of being a Christ-follower.

“DISCIPLESHIP 101” John 8:31 INTRO – Talk about disciples all the time. Know that Jesus called them from their ordinary lives to begin an extraordinary adventure with Him. Changed their lives forever as a result. He has done the same thing w/ us. Called us from our ordinary lives to follow ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31

Denomination: Baptist

The God Of Peace And The Peace Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Christian on Jan 10, 2004

based on 18 ratings

| 10,466 views

This is the introductory lesson of a series on being peacemakers. The series begins with THE Peacemaker, Jesus.

The Peacemaker: The God of Peace and the Peace of God Mark Christian Matthew 5:9 (NIV) 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. In the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus lists several characteristics of His true disciples. One of those characteristics is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Things Are Not Always As They Appear.”

Contributed by Paul Weidner on Jan 17, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 7,964 views

Our lives are turned upside down at times and things are not as they appear to be.

This morning’s reading from the gospel of John details a very familiar story, the wedding at Cana. But as I have done in the past with many of our scripture readings, I ask you to travel back to this wedding feast to see exactly why it so important to us. But before we can put ourselves among the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

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