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Hold Up The Light

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jun 2, 2004

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We must continue to hold up the light of Christ

Hold Up The Light Scripture Reference: John 1:4-9 (KJV) John 1:4-9 4 In him was life; and the life was the light of men. 5 And the light shineth in darkness; and the darkness comprehended it not. 6 There was a man sent from God, whose name was John. 7 The same came for a witness, to bear ...read more

Scripture: John 1:4-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Lovely Light

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 3, 2004

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Funeral message for Mrs. Julia Hamilton, the mother of several accomplished sons. A "lovely light" (of Millay’s poem) is one which reveals truth, shares light in the household, and looks to God as the author of all light.

The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? ... I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. The Lord is my light – and on this dismal day, when outside the rain continues to fall, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Psalm 27:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What It Means To Be Baptized

Contributed by Robert Baker on Jun 15, 2003

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The Holy Trinity, series B. A description of the transforming effects of baptism both for infants and adults.

Trinity2003 “What it Means to be Baptized” John 3:1-17 June 15, 2003 © 2003, Rev. Robert C. Baker, Redeemer Lutheran Church, Vero Beach, Florida You know, there are probably a thousand opinions about what it means to be baptized. Some, like our Baptist brothers and sisters, view baptism simply ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

"If You're Not Loving, You're Not Living"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 19, 2002

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Jesus has opened our eyes to the true nature of love.

Matthew 22:34-40 “If You’re Not Loving, You’re Not Living” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church What is “it”? In any language, “it” is the most powerful expression of the most powerful emotion and experience in the world. “It”, of course, is “I love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ceo Of The Church Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005

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Jesus gave a different self-portrait to each of the 4 churches addressed in Revelation 2.

INTRODUCTION: On two occasions I have visited the White House and taken a tour of the downstairs rooms. One thing I remember is that the walls are lined with impressive portraits of all the Presidents. There have been 40 presidents in our 230-year history as a nation. But in the church’s ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Vs Love Series

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

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A look at the resolutions of Proverbs 3. Faith and Love

FAITH VS LOVE IS THERE A LINK To understand this resolution, we need to have a look at each one of these aspects Faith and Love Are they bound together and linked without separation? <ADVANCE> Marriage – Love someone – you are faithful to them. Child – Love my son – I will faithfully look after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Finger Tip Faith

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Jul 23, 2003

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Fingertip Faith

Finger Tip Faith John 20:27 We live in a time of such convenience till everything is at our fingertips. The setting of our text has three backgrounds. The first of which is in Galilee, the night of Jesus’ resurrection. He had told the women earlier that morning to run tell Peter and the rest of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:27

Denomination: Baptist

Light Of The World

Contributed by Matt Barker on Aug 10, 2008

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We are called to be the light of the world.

About a month ago, I was up here talking about us being the Salt of the Earth, and what that actually means. Today, we are going to continue on from there to the next part of this message from Jesus in his sermon on the mount. Let’s open our bibles to: Matthew 5:14-16 "You are the light of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: Who Is Alsan? Series

Contributed by Chris Powell on Dec 6, 2005

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This focuses on the confession of Aslan in the chronicles of Narnia, and the confession of Christ by Peter in the book of Luke.

Who Is Aslan? Luke 9.18-20, 23 I. Introduction [begin with a dramatic reading of excerpt from The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. Chapter 7, “A Day With the Beavers”.] “Who is Aslan?” asked Susan. “Aslan?” said Mr. Beaver. “Why don’t you know? He’s the King. He is the Lord of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of A Hungry Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 16, 2007

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The only fulfilment in life is to hunger and thirst for God and the things of God. Nothing else in this world can bring true happiness and lasting blessings.

The purpose of the Sermon on the Mount is to inform God’s disciples of the qualities they are to possess and display to a watching world. So far we’ve come to see that a blessed Christian is someone who is: “Blessed are the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” • Blessed are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Rev. # 4~the Church Of Ephesus Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on May 5, 2009

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The Book of Revelation is the only book in the Bible that contains an inspired outline of the entire book. The Lord said to John the writer; 1:19Write the things which thou hast seen, and the things which are, and the things which shall be hereafter

REV. # 4~1:17-20 CHURCH OF EPHESUS 5-9-09 Today we’ll continue our study of this great book of prophecy, this is # 4 0f our study. Before we go into chapter 2: I want to point out once again that the key verse of the Revelation is 1:19., The Book of Revelation is the only ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Party Time

Contributed by Todd Goodwin on Jun 7, 2001

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Rejoicing should be a part of every Christian young person’s life. There are three purposes why we rejoice.

Philippians 4:4 (NIV) Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! INTRODUCTION: "It’s Party Time" Place under each chair party favors, i.e. squawkers, poppers, bubbles etc... Get some young people to come up and lead a couple of cheers and get everybody to scream and holler, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Experiencing Release Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Sep 11, 2006

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2 of 4 messages on prayer in the church. This message is based on Peter’s experience in jail and his miraculous release. Acts 12:1-10

Confronted by Extreme Challenges Experiencing Release Sunday, September 3 Last week we talked about Peter and John’s arrest and the pressure put on them to stop talking about Jesus. We saw how the church gathered and prayed for boldness to speak the truth’s of God and the message of Jesus – and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel In One Verse

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

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Evangelistic Message sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ. (PowerPoint slides for this talk available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

The Greatest Verse in the Bible Reading: John chapter 3 verse 16. Ill: Bill Cosby Story. • A couple went to see the American comedian in concert; • They enjoyed the concert so much they decided to get his autograph. • Not for themselves! • But for their little baby who was at home ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus And John The Baptist

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 9, 2010

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When was the last time you stood at the waters edge with John the Baptist? Did his message resonate with you? Is your life right with God? Are you ready to meet the Messiah?

Jesus and John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-17 This week we look to Jesus and John the Baptist. We know from scripture that John was a relative of Jesus through Jesus mother Mary. Luke 1:36 We know that John the Baptist parents Zechariah and Elizabeth were both well along in years and that Elizabeth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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