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The Daughters Of The Horseleach

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 16, 2004

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Desire far surpasses talent, charisma, and even exceptional training. If I could choose, it would always be desire.

Mark 10:17-22 -- And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God. Thou knowest the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Are Saved To Serve Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 5, 2004

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Learn from the servanthood of Christ. (1) choose service over self-interest, and (2) think like a servant.

A request was made by the mother, for her sons James and John to sit with Jesus in His Kingdom. Jesus was born for a purpose – to serve a need; to serve God’s purpose · He was born a SERVANT! From the day He was born until the day He died, He was serving SOMEONE · He was tasked by Someone to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Persuasion Worth Living For.

Contributed by Jack Harris on Nov 25, 2004

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The example of John the Baptist furnishes a lesson for all who, with a worthwhile purpose, would choose to be totally focused in life.

A PERSUASION WORTH LIVING FOR. John 1:19-34 Int: Ever since the fall of man there has been a longing in the human heart. All through the record of the Bible it increases, as men and women cried out for a way of deliverance, to be free at last from the power and the reign of sin. In all of history ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eternal Life (Higher Life) Versus Lower Life

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 28, 2014

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To show that you have to choose between lower or higher life because you can only have one.

I. EXORDIUM: What do you like lower life or higher life? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that you have to choose between lower or higher life because you can only have one. IV. TEXT: Matthew 10:39 (Amplified Bible) 10:39 Whoever finds his [lower] life will lose it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Doesn't Someone Do Something About The Evil In The World?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 25, 2013

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A look at how often we choose our peace and our property over standing up to the evil in the world.

[Open sermon with "Bubble Creek Canyon" video from BluefishTV.com] OUR PRAYER: We want to be insulated and isolated from the evil in the world. - Matthew 8:28, 32-34. - There are two mentions of violence in this passage. - First, there are two men who are demon-possessed. They are men of great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever Is ....

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 1, 2011

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The road to transformation involves the choice of what we put into our minds and what we choose to think about.

Whatever is… Phil 4:8-9, Feb 27, 2011 Intro: For most of us, the word “meditation” conjures up a mental picture of someone in baggy pants, sitting on the floor with their legs wrapped up like a pretzel, arms comfortably outstretched, middle finger and thumb together, saying ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sustained By Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011

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- of all the great themes that are included in this book – Paul chooses to close this wonderful letter by addressing the topic of prayer

“Sustained By Prayer” Ephesians 6:18-24 OPEN: This morning we come again to the 6th chapter of Ephesians, and for the last time because we’re going to be finishing our study of this marvelous book this morning. This is I think the 37th message on the book of Ephesians – ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sin Always Leads To A Breakdown In Relationships Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Feb 1, 2009

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The sin of Adam and Eve was to cease to trust God and to choose not to love him, which inevitably led to a breakdown of the relationship.

18.1.09 INTRO Computer virus analogy: Story this week – Trojan virus. Had to deal with it. The worm – infects everything Best cure is a reformat = wipe clean and start again POINT A very good comparison to the origin and the effects of sin. One of the most damaging computer viruses written was ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Dancing With God

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Mar 5, 2009

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Dancing with God begins when we realize that God chooses the music and the dance, but most importantly, God leads.

Dancing with God Matthew 6:1-6; 16-21 The Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, Ash Wednesday February 25, 2009 Introduction: The passage we will read tonight is the traditional reading for Ash Wednesday. It focuses our attention on the three disciplines of Lent: Praying, Fasting, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Live In-Between #2 Where Will You Live Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Apr 19, 2017

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To be useful for God we must choose wisely where we will live. God wants us statiegically placed.

I Will Live In-Between #2 Where Will You Live (Genesis 12:1-8) ~ Intro: Sail boat story of me as a kid… As the boat began sinking I placed myself in a place so I would live, as close to on top of my friend’s head as I could get. Unfortunately, this almost drowned him, it’s amazing how strong ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Get Uncomfortable Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 30, 2021

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A challenge to not choose just what's easy in life but to pursue what God wants no matter what

How’s your bucket list? Remember, we’re dealing with some of the items the Bible teaches are important for us to tend to before we kick the bucket! That means investing in what matters, and figuring out what’s true. Today we add a new item. Remember also that we’re working on projects that will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Step Out In Obedience Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 8, 2020

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When Paul had the vision to go to Macedonia he had to choose to do what was good or what was better.

Choosing between a good decision and a bad decision is usually pretty simple. It’s not always easy, but It’s usually simple. The choice is usually clear. Good. Bad. But what about when you think you are making a good decision and you’re asked to do something different? Not something bad, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Christmas Sunday 2020 - Why The Shepherds? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 19, 2020

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The Messiah was coming into the world! Why on earth would the Lord choose to announce the good news to shepherds of all people?

Why Shepherds? Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His Law he meditates day ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Genesis 12:1-4, Job 1:2-3, Numbers 12:3, Matthew 11:29, Luke 14:11, Ephesians 4:2, James 4:10, 1 Peter 5:5, Jeremiah 6:23-24, 1 Corinthians 1:27-29, Mark 9:35-37, Luke 22:42 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Eternity What Happens Next? Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 15, 2016

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What happens after death? Where will you end up? Can we choose our eternal destination?

Eternity; what happens next? John 14:1-2 King James Version (KJV) Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. Luke 23:33-43 New International Version ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43, 2 Corinthians 5:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Quality Time: Stay A Little While Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 31, 2018

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Quality time involves us: Being intentional, Listening intently, Removing distractions, Choosing Great over good

Quality Time: Stay a little while Luke 10:38-42 “Time is the coin of your life. You spend it. Do not allow others to spend it for you.” - Carl Sandburg Quality time – giving someone your undivided attention. Quality time involves us: Being intentional v.39a Listening ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

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