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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Upside Down Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 10, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,208 views

    Jesus--the radical rebel that he is--continually turns our world upside down. He questions our assumptions and challenges our goals and our definitions of success.

    TWENTY-THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST NOVEMBER 8, 2009 Mark 12:38-44 “Upside Down” INTRODUCTION One of the questions that parents dread to hear asked them by their children is, “Why?’ This simple question challenges our assumptions and our preconceived ideas. If forces us to ask questions that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Just Children Series

    Contributed by Dan Willis on Sep 21, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,352 views

    The sermon breaks down societies misconceptions on children. This sermon gives us a biblical understanding and view point of the power and depth of understanding children have even in their innocence and naivety. It challenges us to consider carefully how

    Today we are going to start into a new series. This series will be difficult and will challenge us to be honest and aware of the things going on around us. They will cause us to face a hardship that is present even now among us. We are going to confront the 3 great lies Satan has told the church of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Renewed By The Word

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,865 views

    This is our Sunday School Promotion Sunday. Today we are challenged to be people of the word to protect us from the thinking of the world

    Introductory Considerations 1. September is a time to roll up our sleeves and get down to work. Summer vacation time is over and hopefully we have been refreshed to again concentrate on the work that God has blessed us with. 2. Children to again go back to school and new church activity year ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Stranger And Aliens Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,896 views

    Peter was challenged to leave all and follow Jesus and had a deep burning knowledge of what it meant to be a stranger and alien in this world

    1 Peter: Peter: strangers VCC July 19, 1998 1 Peter 1:1, Stranger and aliens Peter was willing to leave all Mark 1:18--willing to obey He had left his home to see John the Baptist--he had a hunger Mt. 19:27, We left everything to follow you Interesting to note the friends that Peter chose...those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Don't Be Ashamed Of Your Uniqueness Series

    Contributed by Stuart Blount on Jun 21, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 6,961 views

    Joseph, a unique character, with many challenges in his life can teach us how our uniqueness in Christ is not to be hidden.

    Setting the scene: 17 year old Joseph is the favoured son of Jacob. His favour is acknowledged in his ¡¥richly ornamented robe¡¦. He is the 2nd youngest son of Jacob¡¦s favourite wife ¡V Rachel. He has 10 older brothers who envy him, even hate him. Joseph had been chosen by God in a dramatic ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Life Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2002
    based on 121 ratings
     | 37,541 views

    As Jesus challenges Peter and the rest of the twelve here in this passage, He unfolds the principles of being a disciple - a real follower of His.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 23 “The Life of a Disciple” Luke 9:1-6,10, 18-20, 23-26, 57-62 This morning I want to look Luke chapter nine in the light of what it reveals to us about what it takes to be a true follower of Jesus Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    God Bless America?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jun 26, 2002
    based on 35 ratings
     | 3,440 views

    In the wake of September 11th, this is a challenge to remember that we’ve got some repenting to do for our sin, too.

    In recent days, from a number of sources, I have been given the proclamation of thanksgiving that Lincoln issued in 1863. (I’ve seen it in church newsletters and been sent it via email.) It is being sent because the words ring with a relevance to our present situation. Lincoln, after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Come Out Of The Cave!

    Contributed by David Smith on Jul 2, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 8,022 views

    A challenge to come out of the places we feel safe or hidden and tackle what God has planned for our lives.

    Come out of the cave!! 1 Kings 19:9-12 1 - I give up! A - Living For God can make you feel alone - none left but me Lord. 1- right choices with friends (lost friends) 2 - right choices on job (may cost you acceptance) 3 - right choices in world ( may keep you from fitting in) B - God’s plan ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Introduction: Don't Drop The Baton Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,271 views

    THE CHALLENGE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERS IS TO BUILD ON A SOLID FOUNDATION OF FAITH WHILE UNLEASHING THEIR GOD-GIVEN POTENTIAL FOR MINISTRY

    BIG IDEA: THE CHALLENGE FOR THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPIRITUAL LEADERS IS TO BUILD ON A SOLID FOUNDATION OF FAITH WHILE UNLEASHING THEIR GOD-GIVEN POTENTIAL FOR MINISTRY I. (:1-2) GREETING A. Author – Paul – the elder statesman 1. His Mission and Authority – “apostle of Christ Jesus” He is at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Duty Calls! Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Sep 20, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,099 views

    This sermon challenges us to look at the cross of Calvary and ask ourselves if we are honestly living and serving the way we should.

    Duty Calls! Acts 23:1; Ecclesiastes 12:13; 2 Corinthians 5:14 September 22, 2002 Intro: A. [Count Nicholaus von Zinzendorf] Nicholaus Ludwig von Zinzendorf was born into one of Europe’s leading families in the year 1700, and he grew up in an atmosphere of prayer, Bible-reading, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Everette Pafford avatar

    How To Communicate The Gospel Effectively Series

    Contributed by Everette Pafford on Apr 9, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 12,131 views

    Part 3 continues to examine why the early church was so effective in the spread of the gospel and challenges us to so likewise.

    “How to Communicate the Gospel Effectively” (Part III) For the past 3 weeks the lord has given me a word for us on Effectively Communicating the Gospel. This week I came across another story about effective communication. A woman from Kentucky tells this story. After directory assistance gave ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Raymond Dix Jr. avatar

    How To Check Your Vital Signs

    Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Apr 28, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 8,801 views

    This message is designed to assist Christians in assessing our spiritual health, while challenging the seeker to become spiritually healthy as well.

    (Elab) = Elaborate (Trans) = Transition * = Strong Emphasis Romans 6:11-14 (NKJV) 11 Likewise you also, reckon yourselves to be dead indeed to sin, but alive to God in Christ Jesus our Lord. 12 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body, that you should obey it in its lusts. 13 And do not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Clark Frailey avatar

    Kindling The Fire Of Revival

    Contributed by Clark Frailey on May 3, 2002
    based on 81 ratings
     | 13,867 views

    A look at how to kindle the fire of revival in church. Covers some basic history, definitions of revival, and a challenge to be a revival church.

    Kindling the Fire of Revival "Where there is no vision, the people perish." (Prov 28:18) INTRODUCTION: Background 1) ILLUS. / Revival Defined a. A visiting preacher was concerned when he began the first night of a revival meeting and noticed all of the men wearing guns. Although rattled, he did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andrew Chan avatar

    When Things Don't Go According To Plan

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 106 ratings
     | 8,872 views

    We get mad at God...when things get fouled up.. how can we then overcome it and be changed and challenged.

    When Things Don’t Go According to Plan By Andrew Chan, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Text: Jonah 4 May 27, 2001 When Things Don’t Go According to Plan there is trouble. Talk to the business man who blows up because the plane he is supposed to be on is canceled or overbooked. Talk to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rich Hadley avatar

    Broken

    Contributed by Rich Hadley on Dec 16, 2001
    based on 217 ratings
     | 32,135 views

    Designed to be used in conjunction with CeCe Winan’s song "Alabaster Box", this sermon challenges the Pharisee in us all.

    Luke 7 "The Alabaster Jar" 36. Now one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, so he went to the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table. 37. When a woman who had lived a sinful life in that town learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee’s house, she brought an alabaster ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness