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Having An Intimate Relationship With Jesus

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 25, 2009

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It is important that we foster an intimate relationship with Jesus

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Intimacy. The dictionary defines is as follows: a close personal relationship, a detailed knowledge resulting from a close or long association or study. • Casual. The dictionary defines this word as follows: known only slightly or involving only slight knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

At The Gate Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 2, 2009

based on 65 ratings

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The first thing an Israelite could see, when facing the tabernacle, was this vast fence that surrounded the courtyard. Why was it there, and what can it teach us about our faith?

OPEN: There are all kinds of doors in this world. There are doors on this church building. Doors at the entrance to the Mall. There are garage doors, house doors, bathroom doors, closet doors. There are wooden doors, glass doors, plastic doors and there are hollow as well as solid doors. Some ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 27:9-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rut, Rot Or Revival

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jun 2, 2007

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Sermon titled inspired by a collection of writings and sermons by AW Tozer, used in preperation for revival services this past April.

Intro: You know, in spite of the crazy weather we have had over the last few weeks, I live this time of year. Flowers blooming, longer days, getting to play t-ball with my son and practicing softball with my daughter. Not to mention all of the great sporting events during this time of year. ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Who God Is Not

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 28, 2007

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The Book of Hebrews gives us insight into the identity of God, but also it reveals what God is not. It’s important to know what God is not.

Sermon for CATM: “Jesus, the Answer to Who God is Not!” – October 28, 2007 Last week Maryellen talked about what the Book of Hebrews reveals about Jesus Christ. That God is trustworthy, that God is serious, and that God is faithful. Today we’re looking at the opposite in a sense: Jesus also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:7-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Resisting Culutural Norms Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 13, 2007

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Exposition of Philemon 8-16 regarding the way Paul and Philemon handled a potentially painful situation.

Text: Philemon 8-16, Title: Resisting Cultural Norms, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/18/07, AM A. Opening illustration: John Hess Yoder writes in Leadership magazine: While serving as a missionary in Laos, I discovered an illustration of the kingdom of God. Before the colonialists imposed national ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Much Needed Source Of Power

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Apr 27, 2006

based on 68 ratings

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Too many Christians are working without a Source of power in their lives and they are virtually useless because they don’t have the spiritual power necessary to do the work of God.

A Much Needed Source of Power John 20:19-31 04/23/06 I bought my vehicle in May of 2002, brand spanking new, and drove it proudly off the lot. As of today, that car has carried me 197,600 miles on the highways and byways of my life. I wonder how many gallons of gas I’ve used and how much money ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Methodist

How Prayer Prepares The Hearts Of Lost People Series

Contributed by Paul Fredericks on Jan 19, 2003

based on 28 ratings

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God is preparing the hearts of lost people through prayer.

God’s Plan to Grow His Church, Part 1 Acts 10:1-8 – A “Corny” Plan 18 Jan 2003 – fellowship community INTRODUCTION: We are beginning a new series today called, God’s perfect plan for His church. Big Idea for series: WE WILL KNOW GOD’S VISION FOR THE fellowship community, WHEN WE FOLLOW HIS ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

When God Seems Distant Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

based on 26 ratings

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What do you do when God feels distant? It happens to all Christians.

What about When God Seems Distant? Purpose Driven Life #14 Montreal/Cornwall November 15, 2003 When God is near and you can almost feel his presence, it’s easy to worship Him. If this happens here, you can have tremendous feelings of exhilaration and can go home tremendously buoyed up. If it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7, Hebrews 13:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Eyes On Heaven

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 17, 2003

based on 30 ratings

| 2,454 views

It is said that teachings are only judged as being effective when the desired behavior is displayed. In his letter to the church in Rome, Paul is laying a foundation that is needed if the church was ever going to act and react in such a manner that the t

Sermon Title: All Eyes on Heaven Text: Romans 8:18-25 Date: March 2, 2003 NASB Context of Scripture: It is said that teachings are only judged as being effective when the desired behavior is displayed. In his letter to the church in Rome, Paul is laying a foundation that is needed if the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: *other

Confessing Our Sins

Contributed by Timothy Craver on Apr 21, 2009

based on 4 ratings

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This sermon reminds us of the importance of confessing our sins to God and to each other.

Last week we looked at the message that was given to the women who came to the empty tomb after Jesus had risen from the dead. We looked at the implications of the empty tomb, the fulfilled promises, and the command to go and tell. Today, I want to continue the conversation about the implications ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Brethren

Get On A Roller Coaster

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 13, 2007

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The roller coaster and the Christian life have a lot in common. Both have their ups and downs.

Get on the Roller Coaster -Encouraging Words for New and Growing Christians- I Timothy 1:1-3 The roller coaster and the Christian life have a lot in common. Both have their ups and downs. I enjoy a good roller coaster ride. When our children were growing up I enjoyed riding on the “Blue ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

An Open Door, But Only A Little Strength Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Mar 13, 2013

based on 5 ratings

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Continuing our series on doors this message is about open doors we face in life that require more strength than we seemingly have.

An Open Door, But Only a Little Strength Last week we began our series on open doors with the message entitled: "the door your grandpa opened." We talked about how God said he would judge some sins to the third and fourth generation, and we looked at several people where that happened: David, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:8, Revelation 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Baa Baa Black Sheep Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 29, 2011

based on 95 ratings

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Psychologists refer to the trait of not wanting someone to be part of their "flock" the "Black Sheep Effect". Jesus could have told His parable using a black sheep (because the sinners He worked with were that), but He didn’t. Were there reasons why He di

OPEN: (This is a video of a 3 yr old girl “reading” the story of the lost sheep. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6QIhNBzK6dQ Begin at 31 sec mark. Quit at 3 minutes) In keeping with this idea of children’s stories, I want to share with you a children’s song about sheep. Sing along is you know the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love In The Nick Of Time Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011

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As we look at the amazing love God has for us all, I hope that it brings a level of humility and grace that will help us as we interact and do life with other believers who may not see things the way we do.

Love in the Nick of Time Romans 5:6-11 6 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. 8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Where Do You Go To Be Alone With God? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2014

based on 4 ratings

| 7,684 views

Do you have somewhere that you can go and shut out the distractions and demands of everyday life just spend some quality time with God?

As always, the question: Where do you go to be alone with God? Do you have somewhere that you can go and shut out the distractions and demands of everyday life just spend some quality time with God? We are spending a year considering Powerful Prayers, or Powerful Pray ERS and there are many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

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