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The Sign Of Jonah

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 2, 2012

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The sign of Jonah - (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Compliment (vs 27) The Crowd (vs 29a) The Conversation (vs 29b-32) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Photos of funny signs • (Photos available on request – gcurley@gcurley.info) Question: What is the purpose of a sign? Answer: Twofold: • A sign is to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:27-32

Denomination: Brethren

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 10, 2002

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one of a series on Building Community

Building Community - Encourage One Another People are less connected, less involved, less active in their communities today. People participate less in organizations and groups of every kind than they did a generation ago. What we are seeing is that the "glue" which holds our society together, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dancing With Jezebel

Contributed by Spencer Miller on Jun 1, 2013

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All across America today, pastors and church leaders are being silenced. And when the church is silent, that’s when society as a whole suffers, and compromise begins to set in.

Introduction: I recently read a great article entitled, “America’s Moral Decay” the writer of this article stated that, “America is incrementally and systematically Rejecting God. As a result, our nation is experiencing unparalleled moral decay. National immorality ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Happiness Is An Oily Beard

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 19, 2022

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What does oil on Aaron's beard have to do with the unity of God's people?

OPEN: When Abraham Lincoln was running for President in 1860, he received a letter from an 11-year-old girl that some believe helped get him elected President. The young girl urged him to grow a beard because she believed it would hide the homeliness of his face and improve his chances. Lincoln ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Encouragement: Making Others Strong

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 23, 2005

based on 128 ratings

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As long as the church of Jesus Christ has the potential to improve, we need to be serious about encouraging others.

Encouragement: Making Others Strong 1. Why is it that many of us are into “approval addiction?” 2. Some of us need a lot of approval, whereas others needs less. But we all need it. Why? 3. The answer is simple: life is rough, and it tears away at our self-esteem. People, circumstances, our ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:38, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Believable Faith Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004

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A look at the types of Faith that James describes. Dead faith; Your saved but your not doing anything for the kingdom of God. Devils faith; you don’t work for Him, although you may believe in Him from a distance, but that is as far as it goes. Active (Doi

Believable Faith James 2:14-26 Introduction There are three things I want to accomplish this morning using this text. First I want us to look at the scriptures to what Paul says about works and what James says about works and see if they contradict each other or compliment each other. Second I ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Your Blessed Place Pt.1 Series

Contributed by Mark Baker on Sep 9, 2008

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I have seen so many Christians walk away from their God given place of blessing, that I have felt a deep sense of grief in my spirit. It should not and does not have to be this way.

I have seen so many Christians walk away from their God given place of blessing, that I have felt a deep sense of grief in my spirit. I know it must grieve the Lord. It should not and does not have to be this way. I believe that the Lord has ordained us to walk in blessings, yet I don’t see this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Encouragement: Making Others Strong

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2015

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As long as the church of Jesus Christ has the potential to improve, we need to be serious about encouraging others.

Encouragement: Making Others Strong (2015 Revision of an earlier sermon already posted) 1. We are often discuouraged. 2. There is an old story about a pastor leaving a church. At his farewell dinner, he tried to encourage one of the pillar members, “Don’t be so sad. The next pastor ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Blessing Of A Bad Reputation

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 26, 2006

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The early Church had a bad reputation which helped it grow and we should cultivate such a bad repputation in our time.

The Blessing of a Bad Reputation Acts 28:22 INTRO.:Paul is in Rome facing trial for preaching Christ. While waiting for his hearing before Caesar, he is permitted to have guests and to communicate with others. He calls the leaders of the local synagogue to explain his side of the issues before the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prayer Guide For People With Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 23 ratings

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1. Follow the will of God in pursuing the purposes, plans, processes, people, timing, and products of His kingdom and His righteousness.

1. Follow the will of God in pursuing the purposes, plans, processes, people, timing, and products of His kingdom and His righteousness. (Matt. 6:33,34) GOD IS GREATER THAN ANY PROBLEM I HAVE OR ANYONE ELSE ENCOUNTERS - Do not personalize everything instead see things in an objective light. Do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ninth Commandment Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

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Ninth Commandment

NINTH COMMANDMENT “You shall not lie to your neighbor” (Ex. 20:16, ELT). “I speak what My Father tells Me to say, but you speak what you father tells you . . . your father is the devil . . . a murderer from the beginning and does not have the truth in him. I tell you the truth” (John 8:38, 44). ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Baptist

Sibling Rivalry Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 23, 2018

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Sibling rivalry starts with one person feeling they've been slighted. They deserved to be treated better. And expect this kind of rivalry in children - it's when we become adults that this desire to "be the star" can destroy families, churches and relationships.

OPEN: Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVI2fX-1uPU That clip was from a popular TV series called “This Is Us” where a couple of the main actors (brothers Kevin and Randall) get into a fight. The scene is an excellent example of a common conflict most families experience called ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Praying The Proverbs: Lesson 1: The Fool

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2006

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Do everything possible to get a fool out of your life. “Cast out the fool and contention will leave” (22:10). Paul says, “What part has a believer with an unbeliever? What agreement has the temple of God with idols? For you are the temple of the living Go

A. ABOUT PROVERBS 1. A proverb is a brief pithy saying or popular saying that encapsulates a practical truth in one or two lines. Notice “verb” is part of the word Proverbs suggesting action. 2. Purpose: “Apply your heart to knowledge so you will gain wisdom.” a. Knowledge: learning a lot of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Motivate People

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 8 ratings

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1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us a genuine love for people that helps bring out their best efforts. John wrote, "God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. In this way, love is made complete among us." (I John 4:16,17) Ask the Lord to help you excel in your love for people so that ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Lesson In Righteousness Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 10, 2011

based on 4 ratings

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Jesus graciously proclaims that his followers are salt and light. They live out a new righteousness established by the cross and empowered by the Spirit.

Matthew 5:13-20 “A Lesson in Righteousness” INTRODUCTION There’s an old saying, “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me.” We all know that this is not true. Words have a powerful effect in our lives. Each of us seems to have something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

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