Sermons about Civic Participation

War And Morality

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 30, 2004

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The Scriptural criteria that determine whether a particular war is morally acceptable. “My country, right or wrong” is not a Christian motto.

War and Morality…a Memorial Day weekend sermon by Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Scripture text: II Samuel 22 Historian Stephen Ambrose (Band of Brothers) observed: "During WWII, when soldiers from any other army, even our allies, entered a town, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 22:1-49

Denomination: Congregational

People Remembering People

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 1, 2004

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Memorial Day is about people remembering people.

INTRO.- II Pet. 3:8 “But do not forget this one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like a day. “ DO NOT FORGET THIS ONE THING. We humans forget more than one thing. We forget many things. But Peter is saying, “Don’t forget the Lord and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Will Put My Trust In Him

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 1, 2004

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Memorial Day is more than a day to honor fallen heroes; it is a day to honor the risen Lord.

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships ---------------------- May 30, 2004 13And again, “I WILL PUT MY TRUST IN HIM.” Hebrews 2:13 (NASB) Memorial Day is for remembering. The older I get the more ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:13

Denomination: United Methodist

"Lest We Forget"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jun 1, 2004

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A Memorial Day Message. Joshua commanded that stones be set as a memorial at the crossing of the Jordan River. As "living stones", we also are a memorial to what Christ has done for us.

“Lest We Forget” Joshua 4:1-9, 19-24 INTRODUCTION: Tomorrow isn’t just a holiday … a day set aside for picnics, family fun … a day off from work. Tomorrow is Memorial Day. The holiday was officially recognized in 1868, as a day, May 30, to honor those who died in the Civil War. Later, it was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Taking Time To Remember

Contributed by Douglas Snipes on Jun 8, 2004

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Memorial Day

TAKING TIME TO REMEMBER Ex. 12:14 We set aside time in America each year to remember some of the important dates of our history. This didn’t start with us, it is a practice that goes back as far as the Bible. Here we see that God instructs the Jews to have a feast every year to remember His ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:14

Denomination: Baptist

Every Sunday Is Memorial Day Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on May 31, 2005

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A look at how Christ died for our spiritual freedom and we should honor Him every Sunday

Every Sunday is Memorial Day “Does our Church Have Battle Casualties?” Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church of Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org SCRIPTURE READING 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Bible Church

A Nation Blessed

Contributed by Charles Salmon on May 31, 2005

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The Church must issue to our nation a call to repentance. A Memorial Day sermon

A Nation Blessed Ps. 33:12 INTRO.: America, all through its history, has been richly blessed. Sadly, there are those who don’t recognize a debt to God. Memorial Day is a day we set aside to remember those who have served in our nation’s armed forces and recommit ourselves to the values for which ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are These Stones?

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 6, 2005

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MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE SERMON TITLE: “What Are These Stones?” SERMON TEXT: Joshua 4:19-24 OPENING JOKE: “Somebody stole the tent.” A Platoon Sergeant and his Platoon Leader are bunking down in the field for the night. The Platoon Sergeant looks up and says, "When you see all the stars in the sky, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:19-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Can I Do For God And My Country?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2005

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We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my Country?

What Can I Do for God and My Country? Thesis: We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my country? Quote: John F. Kennedy: Inaugural Address Jan. 20, 1961 “…my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Have Much To Remember

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

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A community Memorial Day address.

We Have Much to Remember Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Memorial Day grew out of the human need to remember where we have been. Only then can we figure out where we are going. The cherished memories of a nation, a town, a church, or ...read more

Scripture: John 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

10 Ways America Is Under Attack - Supreme Court - Commandments - Pledge

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 29, 2005

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Our courts are slowly banning the 10 Commandments. Do they know they are breaking the first one, and stomping on our Christian heritage? Link included to Formatted Text version, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

10 Ways America Is Under Attack Exodus 20:1-17 America was again attacked this week, and in grander scale than on 9/11. Our brave soldiers in the Middle East are attacked daily, and we need to hold them up in prayer, but this week, it happened again…on our own soil…and this time, it was not by ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Remembering Our Freedom

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 15, 2005

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A message for Memorial Day.

Remembering Our Freedom Exodus 12:14 May 30, 2004 Exodus 12:14 (NIV) “This is a day you are to commemorate; for the generations to come you shall celebrate it as a festival to the Lord – a lasting ordinance. Exodus 13:3 (NIV) Then Moses said to the people, “Commemorate this day, the day you came ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessings Of Work, The Enjoyment Of Leisure

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2004

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1- The business and blessings of work 2- The reason and rewards of leisure

INTRO.- ILL.- One time a minister was preaching about the importance of work. He told the congregation that they should praise God for the opportunity of working for their daily bread. “But the Lord has seen to it,” he said, “that you don’t have to work every day. Because of Moses you have ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jul 9, 2004

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This week as I sat at my desk, I asked myself – what does Jesus want us to remember about Him as we take communion? FRIENDS – I thought long and hard on this. AND – in our time remaining I’d like to share with you what I came up with…

Remember… There’s a story about a guy from the city who was visiting relatives on a farm and the farmer gave a whistle and his dog herded the cattle into the corral, then latched the gate with her paw. "Wow, that’s some dog. What’s her name?" The forgetful farmer thought a minute, then asked, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lest We Forget

Contributed by David Rogers on May 9, 2005

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This is a sermon for memorial day or homecoming services. It talks about us remembering who the master is and who is the servant.

Lest We Forget Hebrews 12:1-2 Good morning. I want to welcome everyone here today. It is a wonderful day when we all can return to the church were we grew up in and see old friends and family that we may not have seen in a long time. Memorial Day is a tool that we can use to help us remember ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

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