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  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    How To Participate In The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 1, 2013
     | 4,008 views

    The witness of the apostles to the Resurrection challenges us to face the mystery of our own existence and life, and adopt a way of life that would inspire others at our own funerals.

    Monday of Easter Week Gaudium et Spes Fifty-one days. What a difference fifty-one days can make, if Jesus Christ and the Spirit of Jesus Christ permeates those days. Look at the followers of Jesus in the wake of His arrest, torture and execution. They were cowering in a little upper room in ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Solitude 101

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 7, 2013
     | 8,149 views

    1) The Call to Solitude (Mark 6:30-31), and 2) The Challenge of Solitude (Mark 6:32-33), 3) The Compassion of Solitude (Mark 6:34)

    Those who are successful learn how to be alone. Whether it is an artist with a canvas, an author staring at a page, a teacher making out a lesson plan or a businessperson reviewing accounts, they know that certain things must be done alone. From that time alone a painting can be put on public ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Adopted Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,385 views

    Like Jesus, God calls us into ministry through our baptism and gives us the things that we need to meet everyone of the challenges we may face.

    Mark 1: 4-11 “Adopted” INTRODUCTION We have our challenges cut out for us this year. All of us have been affected by the economic recession. In 2009 we face a depressed housing market, depleted savings, curtailed income and the increased tension of living a hand to mouth existence. We know ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 23, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,069 views

    God is not only a fortress and a refuge. God is the only effective fortress and refuge for us as we face the challenges of life and take seriously the call to be disciples of Jesus Christ.

    Psalm 46:1-11 “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” INTRODUCTION One of the most popular reformation hymns was based on the words of this psalm. Martin Luther combined the thoughts of this psalm with a popular beer drinking song and wrote the powerful hymn, “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God.” The hymn ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    This Is A Bible

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,818 views

    God has called every Christian to the same basic purpose.This sermon should challenge every Christian to focus on the basic principles of our Christian purpose.

    Subject: Christian Basics Scripture: Matthew 22.37-40; Matthew 28.18-20 Sermon: This is a Bible Scope: This sermon should challenge every Christian to focus on the basic principles of our Christian purpose. Summary: God has called every Christian to the same basic purpose. Segue: With in these ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing But The Blood

    Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 13,963 views

    Christianity teaches that redemption comes only through the shedding of innocent blood and Jesus did just that. Every hearer should be challenged to examine their relationship with God.

    Subject: Salvation through the blood Scripture: Lev. 17.11 Sermon: “Nothing but the Blood” Scope: Every hearer should be challenged to examine their relationship with God. Summary: Christianity teaches that redemption comes only through the shedding of innocent blood and Jesus did just that. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Does Anyone Really Know What Time It Is?

    Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,291 views

    You and I have a predetermined, particular amount of time – a personal amount of time. Understanding how to use it wisely is perhaps the greatest challenge we face on earth.

    * Some points in this sermon have been gleamed from a message by Andy Stanley* OPEN: - start by collecting special offering - $1 dollar from every person. Have ushers collect it and bring the money up to the pulpit.(Don’t reveal the purpose of the money) OK so the way we are going to start ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Living Life From 9 To 5 Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 1, 2014
    based on 8 ratings
     | 9,344 views

    Being a Christian in the workplace is not easy. We are constantly being tempted and challenged. How can we live life in a way that glorifies God from 9 to 5?

    Living Life from 9 to 5 Ephesians 6:5-9 Lay hands on Paul Intro Slide Have you seen any of these bumper stickers before? Slide I am so poor, I can’t even pay attention I owe, I owe, it’s off to work I go On my way to work, please kill me I am sure you have seen many other work or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Godly Wisdom

    Contributed by David Mcnally on Jul 1, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,801 views

    Having an education and intelligence is good, as is common sense, but we need godly wisdom to get through the challenges of life, and this is only obtainable by faith and trust in Almighty God.

    1 Kings 3:4-15 Mark 6: 2b. Wisdom If God gave you a wish, what would you wish for? Money? Good health? To be young again? In the Old Testament, God rarely appeared to people, but once He appeared to King Solomon, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Who Are The Kings From The East? Series

    Contributed by Larry Hinkle on Oct 22, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,855 views

    This message seeks to expose and reveal the mysteries of apocalyptic images right before the Second Coming of Christ. it challenges believers to be faithful, focused and unflappable in light of the Return of Christ.

    Best life practices, most solid advice, came from my time as a boy Scout … Scout motto is be prepared, and its always worthwhile to observe some timeless codes of conduct, especially practices like: thrifty, clean, brave and reverent, they are go-to principles when the future looks uncertain. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Embracing The Future

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 15, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,395 views

    After the difficulties of the past and the drudgery of the present, God calls on Israel to embrace their future. For each of us embracing the future can be a great challenge, a new thing is on the way!.

    Subject: Embracing the Future Text: Isaiah 43: 14-21 “Thus saith the LORD, your redeemer, the Holy One of Israel; For your sake I have sent to Babylon, and have brought down all their nobles, and the Chaldeans, whose cry is in the ships. 15 I am the LORD, your Holy One, the creator of Israel, your ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Waging War Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019
     | 5,628 views

    Paul understood that behind his critics was a sinister spirit- Satan. He challenged these rebels. He knew they were influenced by demonic forces (11:3, 13).

    WAGING WAR II CORINTHIANS 10:1-6 INTRODUCTION: We are in a war! The enemy is alive and well (well, not so well). The war is spiritual. Paul found himself in a war. The Judaizers (legalist) had followed Paul into Corinth. They had corrupted the message and challenged the messenger. This is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Living Right? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 11, 2021
     | 4,584 views

    Based on Titus 2:12 - Sermon challenges the hearers to consider the critical importance of staying in the Word of God &, by His grace, living a life that honors Him.

    “ARE YOU LIVING RIGHT?” Titus 2:12 FBCF – 1/10/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – “Time for a Checkup” series – 5 basic questions about our spiritual lives this month. Last week: “Are You Saved?” Today: “Are You Living Right?” Maps – Used to use them to chart the course of a trip that we were going on. Buy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Making Much Of Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jan 31, 2021
     | 4,262 views

    Based on 1 Tim. 1:15-17 - Sermon challenges hearers to consider the life of Paul & see the characteristics of someone who is making much of Jesus.

    “ARE YOU MAKING MUCH OF JESUS? 1 Tim. 1:15-17 FBCF – 1/31/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Who do you know who exemplifies Christ & honors Him with his/her life? - Someone who shows the love of Jesus all the time. - Someone who lives the Gospel & shares the Gospel. - Someone whose aim in life is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Our Witness Among The World

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 18, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,176 views

    Following a reminder of who believers are in Christ, Peter presented a challenge regarding their walk and witness among the world. We are expected to maintain purity personally, socially, and professionally.

    Our Witness among the World 1 Peter 2: 11-20 After revealing the need for believers to abide in the Word, growing thereby, and building their lives upon Christ, the Corner-stone of our faith, Peter reminded us of our standing with the Lord, being positioned in Christ. Those who abide faithfully in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist