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What It Takes To Follow Jesus

Contributed by Steve Johnson on Nov 19, 2001

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To follow Jesus, we must realize, prioritize, and exercize....

"What it takes to follow Jesus" Luke 9:57-62 Introduction: If I were to ask you "what does it take to follow Jesus", or "what does it mean to be a disciple" What kind of answers do you think I’d get? Pray, read the bible, go to church, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

Banana Of Joy Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Nov 21, 2001

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Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means "inner delight."

THE BANANA OF JOY I). WHAT is Joy? 2). HOW is Joy Expressed? 3). HOW is Joy Developed? I. WHAT IS JOY? Joy can be defined as: "Inner happiness, which is not dependent on outward circumstances." The O.T. word "simchah" means "gladness of heart," the NT word, "chara" means ...read more

Scripture: John 16:22, Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Heads Of Lett-Us In The Byble

Contributed by Bob Hunter on Aug 26, 2003

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This creative & humorous exposition of Heb. Ch. 10 will inspire laughs and encourage thought. Written by: Farmer Billy Bob Hunner

"5 heads of Lett-us in the Byble" By Farmer Billy Bob Hunner (and Pastuer too!) They Byble is chock full of everyday examples on how we should be livin. I was readin in Heebrews the other day and found 5 heads of ‘Lett-us,’ ready to pick. This is down home Bible exposition for us ordinary ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Holiness

"The Lazarus Experience"

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004

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Taking a challenge from the raising of Lazarus to obey the Lord and to do all He calls us to do in order for us to "come forth" spiritually.

“The Lazarus Experience” John 11:38-45 JN 11:38 Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. It was a cave with a stone laid across the entrance. 39 "Take away the stone," he said. "But, Lord," said Martha, the sister of the dead man, "by this time there is a bad odor, for he has been there ...read more

Scripture: John 11:38-45

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Broken And Spilled Out

Contributed by Michael Davenport on Jul 22, 2004

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Giving it all to Jesus

Broken And Spilled Out Matthew 26:6-13 Today I want us to look at our test that is found here in Matthew. This story is also recorded in Mark 14:3-9 and in John 12:1-8, in which other details are given. We pick up with our story on the Saturday before the crucifixion of Christ, or on six days ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Whatever Happened To A Place Called Hell

Contributed by Clint Shrum on Jan 5, 2008

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The preaching of hell as slowly faded from many pulpits but that does not mean there is not one. As sure as there is a Heaven there is a hell.

WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE PLACE CALLED HELL? Proverbs 27:20 – Isaiah 5:14 Intro: If you have ever looked closely in the Bible you will realize that hell is preached on more than Heaven. Jesus preached on the subject of hell 56 times and only preached on Heaven 24 times. In the book of Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lot: From Sodom To Salt Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jan 10, 2008

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The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The writer of the epistle of Peter designates Lot as a righteous man. No Old Testament chara

Lot: From Sodom to Salt Sermon Series: Personalities from the Past that Speak to the Present Genesis 13:12 2 Peter 2:4-10 Intro The story of Lot is arresting. When his name is mentioned, we immediately think of his wife – the pillar of salt. This story could have been quite different. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesus Lost Something Valuable Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Nov 28, 2007

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The Church at Ephesus had lost something valuable

Saturday, February 18, 2006 The Seven Church’s Ephesus Rev 2 Ephesus Church; Lost Something valuable. Many make comparison to the 7 churches with the history of the Church Age The 1st century being the Church of Ephesus, which fits the conditions at the end of that century. The other churches ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Miracle Of Presence Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Dec 29, 2005

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On Christmas Day, we celebrate the incarnation of God. Emmanuel--God with Us--God has taken on our humanity and become one of us. God broke into our world on that first Christmas and God conttinues to do that every day of our lives.

John 1:1-14 “The Miracle of Presence” INTRODUCTION All the presents have been placed around the Christmas tree. They have probably also been opened, by now. The stockings, which were hung with care and expectation, have been filled. We have proof positive evidence that Santa has visited our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

One Thing Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Aug 21, 2007

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This message focuses on one particular aspect of this passage - that the Lord prunes us to make us more fruitful. Practical application in this message is to consider what the Lord may be calling me to prune from my busy life, in order to do the best thi

Hook/Opening Overcommitted? Many of us feel/are. But here’s a list of busy/committed: Billy Graham and ____. James Dobson and _____. Joni Earikson and _____. Jimmy Carter and _____. Bill Bright and ______. (RCA) Betty Voskuil and _____. Gary Smalley and ______. “Our world has been greatly ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Direction For Your Life

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 18, 2005

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My question today is ‘are we opening our eyes to the direction God wants us to go, or are we going our own way?’

Introduction: My message today is on the topic of direction. My question today is ‘are we opening our eyes to the direction God wants us to go, or are we going our own way?’ I. God guides us, if we allow Him A. At first Balaam was just guided out of the way 1. God tries to guide us in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:21-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Heart Cries Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on May 4, 2005

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Part 19 of a series in Psalm 119

When the Heart Cries Part 19 Sermon Series: A Word about the Word Date: September 14, 2003 P.M. Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: Psalm 119: 145-153 Introduction In this section of the psalm the psalmist continues to be in troubling times. I guess this is why we can relate so well to this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:145-153

Denomination: Baptist

Dancing Before The Lord Series

Contributed by Billy Noel on Oct 3, 2009

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Sometimes worship maybe seen as unsusal and even radical, but before we can offer worship that is acceptable to God some things must be in order

Dancing Before the Lord II Samuel 6: There are many examples of worship in scripture and even though we may or may not follow these examples explicitly there are principles in these examples that we must follow if we are to offer worship that God will accept. God will not accept worship that is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-23

Denomination: Christian Church

Denied Desired And Killed

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Aug 10, 2008

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A overview of this chapter tells us of the healing power, the forgiving, the saving power of the Lord, Jesus Christ.

Denied Desired Killed Acts 3:1-26 Introduction This will come from a overview of verses 1-11 of Acts 3. There was Three (3) sins of Israel in this Chapter found in verses 14-15 1. They DENIED the Holy One 2. They DESIRED a murder 3. They Killed the Prince of life ~These 3 things happening causes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Unity And Obedience

Contributed by Don Baggett on Sep 6, 2008

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This day, the Day of Pentecost, brought forth events that would change history forever. The Lord had told them that power was going to come upon them, but they had no idea of what He was talking about. He told them He was going to send a comforter who w

Nobody could deny that the Day of Pentecost, as recorded in Acts 2, was one of the major days that stands out in the history of the world. When we awaken to a new day, after a night’s sleep, we probably have a routine that we pretty much follow. Every day usually starts out pretty much like the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Baptist

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