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The Coming Of The King Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 22, 2006

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Jesus exposes real emotions as he comes to Jerusalem for the last time. It tells a lot about his attitude towards the lost, and towards our hearts as well.

Jesus has just given a long story about a man who goes to become a king and what his servants do while he is gone. It has a lot of spiritual application, but it is very interesting considering what happens next. In the parable Jesus talks about a king that goes to receive his kingdom but the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Find The Right Balance Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 2, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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The ideal Christian life is a balanced life. But how can we attain that balance? Our text can be divided into several steps that lead us toward a balanced mentality.

How to Find the Right Balance (Philippians 3:15-21) 1. Mr. Alvin Verette of New Roads, Louisiana, owns and operates the nation’s first drive-in Funeral Home. For the convenience of time-pressed mourners, the deceased is displayed before a five-by-seven foot picture window. Friends and relatives ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:15-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Its A Question Of Ownership Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 13, 2003

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Jesus uses the occasion of the Pharisee’s question about paying taxes to Caesar to important truths concerning a believers obligations to the State and to God.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 56 “It’s A Question of Ownership!” Luke 20:20-26 Someone once said, “While there are just two certainties in life: death and taxes, at least death doesn’t get worse every time Congress is in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

Fitting Jesus Into Your Mold

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Feb 17, 2003

based on 46 ratings

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Too many times peopele, including Christians, fill their lives with all of their wants and desires and then try to fit Jesus into the room that is left. God said to seek first His Kingdom. We should strive to conform to His mold for our lives.

FITTING JESUS INTO YOUR MOLD Luke 18:18-27 INTRODUCTION: A. In the skit that our young people just performed we see that Jesus wasn’t very cooperative with their ideas about Him or about how He should act 1. Jesus simply did not fit into the mold that they had created. 2. Do you ever have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33, Luke 18:18-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justice From Within

Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 7:49-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Jake The Snake Wrestles God

Contributed by Mike Turner on Sep 18, 2005

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A message about Jacob’s wrestling match with God

Jake The Snake Wrestles God Gen 32:21-32 I grew up watching Pro Wrestling. It was fake way back then, and it’s even more fake now. But I would have never told my daddy that. Me and Daddy used to have a ringside seat beside our black and white t.v. set on Sat’s at ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

Get Connected

Contributed by Douglas Turner on Sep 15, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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A new set of equations to help us understand the importance of Christian Community.

The book of Ecclesiastes is the reflection of an old man who had examined his life and the lives of those around him. As the author reflected on man, he discovered that people pursue many things that are without value or meaning. Knowing that he was approaching the end of his journey, the author ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

An Act Of Remembrance Series

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on Feb 19, 2014

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Mary is remembered as a devoted disciple of Christ. She honored Him by giving her best. Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Judas conspired with the religious leaders in betraying Jesus.

Mark 14:1-11 An Act of Remembrance We are headed towards Jerusalem! 33 "Behold, we are going up to Jerusalem, and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and to the scribes; and they will condemn Him to death and deliver Him to the Gentiles; 34 and they will mock Him, and scourge ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Expression Of Sentness Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 2, 2009

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Exposition of Acts 28:17-29 regarding Paul’s example of evangelistic method and subject matter

Text: Acts 28:17-29, Title: Expression of Sentness, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/1/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Carl Boyle is a sales representative, and he was driving home through his suburban neighborhood one day when he saw a group of young children selling Kool-Aid on a corner. They had taped the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

Reach For The Sky

Contributed by Shawn Kelly on Dec 16, 2009

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Even though you may feel low, a brakthrough is always within reach.

REACH FOR THE SKY? ACTS 28:11-16 RAGNAR ARLANDER WAS AN AUTHOR…….AND FOR MONTHS HE AND SOME FRIENDS DECIDED TO SCALE MT. RAINIER….. WHEN THEY REACHED THE PLATEAU…..THE GROUP DECIDED THEY HAD GONE FAR ENOUGH…. THEY HAD REACHED A BEAUTIFUL SPOT AND THEY WANTED TO STAY THERE. BUT ARLANDER DECIDED ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hallowed Be Thy Name

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 20, 2009

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A sermon on Hallowed Be Thy Name from Matthew 6:9 (Outline and some material adapted from Dr. George Calhoun "The Lord’s Prayer: Hallowed be They Name" on Sermon Central)

Sunday evening for 8/16/2009 Hallowed be Your Name- Matthew 6:9 c Introduction: Explain my name. Davon, Lanny, Huss. WBTU: A. Names are important. They tell us where you came from and they represent where and who you are. It is said that a person is only as good as their name. B. (Prov 22:1 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Showing Partiality Is A Sin

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Sep 3, 2009

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Favoring one person over another indicates failure to follow Jesus’ example of how to treat people.

Text: “But if you show partiality, you commit sin, and are convicted by the law as transgressors” (James 2:9). There is a wonderful old story by John Denver about a man invited to a fancy banquet. He arrived wearing simple clothing and was told to get out and go in the kitchen door for a handout. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Rising To The Challenge

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Jun 7, 2010

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“Christians who persist in proclaiming Christ as Truth-Incarnate risk being tarred with the brush of narrow-mindedness or even bigotry.”(Chan)

Sermon Topic: Rising to the Challenge Sermon Text: Acts 17:16-34 (to be read during sermon) Rosa De Burca, former employee of UNICEF (1994-2003). As the Child Protection Officer she traveled with a colleague to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) in 1997 in an effort to help refugees who ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Salvation Army

Making Long-Term Investments

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 31, 2016

based on 5 ratings

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We are really good at accumulating stuff. But how often do our possessions begin to possess us? Jesus warns us about the dangers of greed and calls us to be more than our net worth, challenging us to invest rather in godly pursuits.

Luke 12:13-21 Making Long-term Investments Wow! Today’s passage is a little shocking for those of us who enjoy life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness in this greatest nation on God’s green earth. By world’s standards, we are the richest of the rich. We may not be one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Timothy 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Current Issues Of His Day Which Still Apply Today

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 3, 2016

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Humanity is the same as before and Jesus addressed the needs by responding to racism, bearing arms,socialism, infanticide, government relations and civil disobedience, and world religions. The scriptures make clear what attitudes He wants us to have.

Jesus on Current Issues of His Day Which Still Apply Today Kelly Durant Hebrews 13:8 Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever. 2. Racism: The Good Samaritan Luke 10: 30 And Jesus answering said, A certain man went down from Jerusalem to Jericho, and fell among thieves, which ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

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