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  • Andy Atkins avatar

    Knocking Off The Training Wheels Of Legalism

    Contributed by Andy Atkins on Jan 5, 2001
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    Where does the Law cross the line into legalism? Paul told the Colossians the answer.

    Colossians 2:11-17 Knocking Off the Training Wheels of Legalism My bicycle never had training wheels. I came from the school that said, “Take the plunge!” and “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” When my dad put my bicycle together for me, I was six years old. I was eight ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Bell avatar

    Stage-Hands In The Drama Of Redemption

    Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000
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    We need to understand what the Bible has to say about the NATURE & FUNCTION of Angels.

    INTRO: With the increased interest in the paranormal these days there has recently, been an increased interest in the subject of ANGELS. Some time ago, ago, a dear church passed along a magazine to me about angels. Among the so-called "revelations" that this book contains are: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Walker avatar

    How To Walk In Freedom Series

    Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004
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    Paul takes on the "Perfection Police" and "Legalistic Lawyers" in this text and shows us how to walk in freedom.

    INTRODUCTION Is there a rule book for Christians to follow? Do we have a codified list of do’s and don’ts by which we are judged. Is God like Santa Claus, “He’s making a list and checking it twice, gonna find out whose naughty or nice.” Once a preacher told his congregation there were 700 sins. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Rodgers avatar

    Our Sufficiency In Christ (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 14, 2004
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    The 9th message of 13 in an expository series on the book of Colossians.

    The Sufficiency of Christ – Part 3 Colossians 2:16-23 16Therefore do not let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, or with regard to a religious festival, a New Moon celebration or a Sabbath day. 17These are a shadow of the things that were to come; the reality, however, is found in Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mohler avatar

    The Teachings Of Sound Theology Series

    Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004
    based on 25 ratings
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    The importance of theology in the Christian life

    The Teachings of Sound Theology Colossians 2:6-23 Introduction: Theology, it¡¦s a big word, sounds real complicated, but it isn¡¦t. Like everything else man can make it complicated, but it doesn¡¦t have to be. In its simplest terms, theology is what one believes about God. Since everything we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Shadow Or Substance

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jun 3, 2003
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    Everything about real religion is found complete in Jesus. Anything beyond or without Jesus is just a shadow.

    May 18, 2003 Colossians 2:13-19 “Shadow or substance” INTRODUCTION The month of May is known for at least three things. It is known for flowers – “April showers bring May flowers” and what do Mayflowers bring? Pilgrims. It is known for Mother’s Day which we celebrated last week. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Phillips avatar

    The Supremacy Of Christ In The Church #3 Series

    Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 19, 2003
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    Paul will show us that we the church have freedom in Christ.

    COLOSSIANS #3 (Much of the material comes from Barnes’ Notes, Electronic Database. Copyright (c) 1997 by Biblesoft.) Paul told the church last week about Christ being the head over everything and this week we look at how Christ has freed us. The Freedom in Christ 2:4 23 A. Freedom from ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Jesus Is Lord Because Of How He Rules Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 22, 2003
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    Colossians tells us that rules and regulations have no power to make us moral... but does that make sense? Yes, and the reason may amaze you.

    OPEN: He brushed his teeth twice a day and the doctor examined him twice a year. He wore galoshes when it rained, slept with the windows open, stuck to a diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and got at least 8 hours of sleep every night. He never smoked, drank, or lost his temper. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Malone avatar

    His Word Is Enough, Don't Be Fooled Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 105 ratings
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    Paul wanted the Colossians to realize that in Christ, they already had all of the hidden treasures of wisdom and knowledge available to them.... Therefore what could these false teachers really have to offer them --- answer not a thing!! (Jesus Is Enough - part 3)

    "HIS Word Is Enough, Don’t Be Fooled" Jesus Is ENOUGH - part three - Col 2:1-23 A little boy was lost inside a busy shopping mall. He was standing in the aisle of a department store just crying and crying, "I want my mommy.. I want my mommy." People who passed by felt sorry for him and many ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Freedom From Bondage And Condemnation Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001
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    UNION WITH CHRIST HAS FREED US FROM THE BONDAGE AND CONDEMNATION OF THE FALSE ISMS (WHICH CLAIM TO BE THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUALITY)

    BIG IDEA: UNION WITH CHRIST HAS FREED US FROM THE BONDAGE AND CONDEMNATION OF THE FALSE ISMS (WHICH CLAIM TO BE THE PATHWAY TO SPIRITUALITY) INTRODUCTION Follows along with theme introduced in vs. 16 -- “See to it that no one takes you captive” “Therefore” – points to what has been covered in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Dr. Jerry Morrissey avatar

    Evil Only Has The Power Over Us That We Give It

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 21, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
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    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Colossians 2:6-19 Title: “Evil only has the power over us that we give it”

    Year C. Eight Sunday after Pentecost July 29, 2001 Colossians 2:6-19 Title: “Evil only has the power over us that we give it” In Chapter two verse ten, Paul introduced the theme “fullness of life” as a way of capturing the whole Christian experience in a single phrase. Verses eleven to thirteen ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Bill avatar

    Pulling The Weeds Of Legalism Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003
    based on 206 ratings
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    Following a list of rules and regulations will never lead to spiritual vitality. Grace demands that we avoid judging others according to our standards.

    Pulling the Weeds of Legalism Almost every state in our nation still has laws on their books that would surprise most people. For instance, In Florida, a woman may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer. In Indiana, citizens are not allowed to attend a movie house or ride in a public ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Living Graciously"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 24, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
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    Learning to live the Christian Life.

    Colossians 2:6-19 “Living Graciously” by: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org During World War 2 a Christian young man was drafted off a farm in South Georgia and sent into the army, and he took his Christian faith with ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    The Passion, Ash Wednesday And Lent

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 21, 2004
    based on 84 ratings
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    What to learn as The Passion of the Christ movie opens on Ash Wednesday.

    Did you hear about the lady who shut down the US and Canadian border? Apparently Canadian customs officials found a grenade in the glove compartment of a 28-year-old woman¡¦s Ford Explorer as she crossed the border on last Monday. Due to the current tensions re: terrorist activities, this created ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Fathers Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 18, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
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    Becoming the dad you were created to be.

    22, September 2002 Dakota Community Church All The Kings Men Part: 3 – Fathers Introduction: TRUTH: If the role of husband is the most important one you will play this side of heaven then the role of “dad” is definitely #2 What if you don’t like this series and you want to be free from God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite