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The Story Of Salvation In Philippi Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 31, 2001

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Compares the salvation of Lydia, the possessed slave girl and the Philippian jailer.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 29 “THE STORY OF SALVATION IN PHILIPPI” Acts 16:11-40 Every morning and every evening the head of a Jewish household would pray, giving thanks that God had not created him “a Gentile, a woman ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

When Hearts And Faces Are Sad Series

Contributed by Ronald Keller on Sep 30, 2001

based on 104 ratings

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When the unthinkable happens...When tragedy strikes...When hearts and faces are sad--God NOTICES and cares for us, just as He did for Joseph.(2 Sundays After "911.")

(Preached 2 Sundays After "911.") INTRODUCTION "Why are your faces so sad today?" The events of and since September 11 have had varying affects on all Americans. Most have been moved with a patriotic zeal that just a few years and weeks ago was thought not to be in vogue. The supply of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 40:7

Denomination: Nazarene

The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Oct 8, 2008

based on 26 ratings

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In Ezekiel 34, using the language of promise, God introduces a new plan for shepherding his people which we see fulfilled in John 10. Jesus, the Good Shepherd still calls his sheep.

The Good Shepherd Ezekiel 34:1-6; 11-16;23-24; 30-31 Children’s Story Just before school started, I invited four kids from next door to go with me to the city library. These kids ranged from 7 – 10 years old and had never been to the library. We went upstairs where they have all the ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

How To Change The Church

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 8, 2007

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A sermon that suggests we can change the church by understanding how we belong to the body of christ and how we need to change ourselves first.

How to change the church "Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of God’s household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone. In him the whole building is joined ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Would It Matter?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 25, 2007

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Influence - famous people influence lots of people. Advertising influences people. Christians are salt and light and they infuence flavor...What influence does OUR church have?

What would it matter? SLIDE - influence This morning we are focused on one topic….influence perhaps considered power. It is one of the many words that can easily have a double meaning. It can be used to mean and ability to influence someone or something in a good or bad way …depending on your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Congregational

The Almost Christian

Contributed by Bill Huffhine on Mar 25, 2006

based on 133 ratings

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A contemporary rendering of John Wesley’s famous sermon illuminating the differences between one who is simply wears the Christian lable and one who is truly reborn.

There’s a movie out at the theaters now, and I’m wondering how many of you have seen it. Has anyone seen the movie “Elf” yet? Although I have yet to see it, I heard the basic storyline in a review of the movie and thought to myself that the storyline of the movie sounds remarkably similar to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39, 1 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Freedom

Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 16, 2005

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As we celebrate our nation’s freedom (USA), let us remember what God has made our freedom for.

Freedom Galatians 5:1 (New International Version) It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery. INTRODUCTION: Freedom Lady. Atop the hill in Washington, D.C. stands ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Making The Gospel Attractive To The World Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 13, 2005

based on 31 ratings

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Christians are more and more known for what we are against than what we are for. This confuses people about what the gospel is really about. Paul gives some very practical advice on how to be practically spiritual in an unsaved world.

How can we sum up Titus? It’s as simple as 1-2-3. 1. Find a good Biblical model and follow it (chapter 1) - Personal Faith 2. Allow yourself to be inconvenienced in order for the gospel to be attractive (ch 2) - Interpersonal Example 3. Seek to cooperate and assist others around you by being a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Dry Bones And Singing Stones

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 21, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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The truth of the day is that Ezekiel’s bones will live and the rocks will sing because there is nothing at all anyone can do to prevent the Word of God from being spoken.

Dry Bones and Singing Stones Ezekiel 37:1-14 Luke 19:29-40 Palm Sunday March 20, 2005 Jeb was one of the leading citizens of Ottumwa, Iowa. He was the kind of guy that you could count on, no matter what. He was a deacon in his church. Every time the doors were open, he was there. He had served ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-40

Denomination: Methodist

No Neutrality

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 10, 2004

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There are no spiritual mugwumps. You are one one side or the other. Do you know which one?

No Neutrality As a retired soldier and a bit of a history buff I know a little about warfare. I also know that in every war there are people who do not want to get involved for various reasons. They may be theological or political pacifists or just folks too young or too old to participate. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:30

Denomination: Baptist

Upside Down Kingdom

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 12, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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The Kingdom of God is an upside down kingdom where to be a child is to be great and the proud are rejected.

“An Upside Down Kingdom” Main Passage (Matthew 18:1-4 ESV) “… The disciples came to Jesus, saying, "Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?" And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them and said, "Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like (little) children, you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-4

Denomination: Christian Church

"Gain The Proper Perspective On Service” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 29, 2009

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If we are going to find true happiness in life as Christians, we must learn some important lessons regarding service to others in Jesus’ name.

The word Jesus uses here as he speaks about mercy is most interesting, The word comes from the Greek word, “eliamosuna,” from which we get the “eleemosynary,” which means “benefactory.” In other words, the essence of being merciful is benefiting or serving others. Indeed, such is the case with the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Not Forget

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jun 28, 2009

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Taking principles from the prodigal son and comparing them to our nation, we can see that our nation’s culture has been taken for granted.

Let Us Not Forget Luke 15:11-24 * The story of the “Prodigal Son” has reached legendary status. Almost every person (believer or unbeliever) can give a general storyline. Let’s see if we can simplify it. A man had two sons. The older one was a hard working boy who understood and accepted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Opposition Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 17, 2008

based on 8 ratings

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Paul teaches us how to endure opposition

Philippians 1:27-30 April 13, 2008 Living With Opposition When Paul first visited Philippi, he and Silas were arrested and beaten for setting a young girl free from a demon and for preaching the Good News of Jesus. Although they were released, for a traveling missionary, Paul saw the inside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: *other

Tradition For Tradition's Sake

Contributed by Beth Garrod-Logsdon on Aug 31, 2009

based on 6 ratings

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Too often our living and worship become steeped in tradition and ritual. This sermon is a call to examine what we do and more importantly WHY we do it in an attempt to keep us from elevating the traditions of men above the law of God.

Tradition for Tradition’s Sake Mark 7:1-23 (This message was preceded by singing "Joy to the World" as the opening hymn and the theme of "tradition" was introduced by a video clip of Fiddler on the Roof - from the prologue 1:55 (as the fiddler begins to play) through 3:57 (as Tevye says, "...and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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