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Crisis: Dangerous Opportunity

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 14, 2001

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Jesus precipitated a crisis for others around Him: for Judas, for the disciples, for Peter. Their reactions are like ours -- confused -- but Jesus knows who He is in the midst of the crisis.

I’m sure that you have heard many times now that the Chinese character that is usually translated by the English word “crisis” is actually made up of two components – one character that means “dangerous” and the other that means “opportunity.” Put “dangerous” and “opportunity” together, and you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-46

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Birthmarks

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 5, 2002

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There is much confusion today about what a Christian really is. Is your Christianity authentic? John tells us how we can know for sure.

SPIRITUAL BIRTHMARKS Matt. 7:15-23 INTRO. Have you ever been conned, deceived, lied to? How did you feel when you learned the truth? You were probably angry and you probably promised that you would never let that happen to you again. It is often the most painful lessons that we remember the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Make God Small Series

Contributed by Tom Dooley on May 21, 2001

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We are living in a confusing time in our culture. In such a time we need absolutes. I believe that the Ten Commandments can provide the absolutes that we need.

"Timeless Truths For Troubled Times" Don’t Make God Small"Exodus 20:4-6 by Tom Dooley www.preachingtheword.com Just a couple of nights ago I was watching a news discussion program. Their conversation turned to morals in America. I thought it was interesting that three out of the four involved in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Walk With Your Living Lord

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Apr 20, 2005

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Join Jesus and the two disciples on the road to Emmaus! Let Jesus deal with your disappointments, clear up your confusion, and set your heart on fire.

Recall with me some of the post-resurrection appearances made by Jesus. Mark’s gospel tells us that early on Easter Sunday Jesus made his first appearance to Mary Magdalene. In his gospel John gives us the details of that meeting. Mary was bawling her eyes out over what she thought was the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Words Of Distinction - "Perfect"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jan 27, 2004

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We often confuse the word "perfect" with ’sinless perfection. This study of the word "perfect" shows that God wants us to be ’complete, spiritually mature, and spiritually sound’.

WORDS OF DISTINCTION – “perfect” INTRODUCTION: We CONTINUE in our series of “Words Of Distinction”. This will be the LAST in this series. TONIGHT we take at a look at the word “perfect”. I have to confess to you, that this word always bothered me as a young Christian. ESPECIALLY in Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts Of The Spirit 11: The Power Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 5, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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A sermon covering the confusing bit about whether tongues & prophecy are signs for believers or unbelievers (v20-23) and then the power of prophecy bringing people to faith.

Gifts of the Spirit 11: the Power of prophecy. 1 Cor 14:20-33 WBC 7.11.04 pm INTRODUCTION Want to speak of the power of prophecy, tonight - that¡¦s what Paul is wanting to do in this bit of 1 Cor - starts by contrasting it with ¡¥uninterpreted tongues¡¦ (v20-23) o but in a way that can be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:20-33

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing Jesus Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 23, 2014

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Mary discovers the empty tomb and runs to tell the disciples. Later, in her grief and confusion, she sees Jesus and hears him call her by name.

John 20:1-18 “Seeing Jesus” INTRODUCTION Jesus has risen! Jesus is alive! These are the proclamations of Easter. They are the truth on which our Christian faith is based. These words are easy for us to say as we worship today. Yet, there are times in our lives when we find it ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Babel

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 29, 2013

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The sin of pride, self-glory, provoked the building of the tower, and the sin of distrust led these people away. God can take our confusion and replace it with clarity.

(The actual title of the sermon is: ""Wir steigen hinab und vewirren ihre Sprache") When you scanned the bulletin this morning you may have been a bit confused about my sermon title…"What in the world is this about?" And you’d have some idea of how the world felt at Babel. "Wir ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Congregational

We Walk By Faith Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 4, 2011

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This is the introduction to my series "We Walk By Faith". In this message I focus on the confusion concerning faith and how that everyone has some faith operating in their lives.

We Walk By Faith - Introduction Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7; Hebrews 11:1; Romans 12:1-3 Introduction: Before I get into the heart of the message, I want to share a story with you that we discussed this past week during bible study that I read recently. “There was a man who tied a tight ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Laughs

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 12, 2016

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To show that JESUS CHRIST is the Object of our Faith and He only laughs at people, at unbelievers and the LORD JESUS CHRIST only draws them deeper to confusion.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith in JESUS? Yes. this faith has saved me. Romans 10:9-10 (Amplified Bible) Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Can I Trust The Old Testament? Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Jan 28, 2016

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There are many parts of the Old Testament that are confusing and difficult to understand. This sermon looks at how to understand the Old Testament based on what we know about Christ.

I believe it’s fair to say that the biggest story in the news over the last six months to a year is “ISIS.” Whether it’s the growing influence of ISIS in the Middle East as they establish and maintain a greater geographical foothold, or the threat of ISIS in the western ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Funeral Message For Victim Of Suicide

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

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There is no one word that describes our emotions this past Tuesday. Dismay… Shock… Certainly fear. If we are honest, we feel rocked, overwhelmed, upset and confused.

This message was written for a sixteen year old young man who took his life. The Rogers family had read this verse on Monday evening together the night before Caleb’s passing. “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus” (Romans 8:1). Prayer Father, We praise ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:33-34, Lamentations 3:37, Matthew 8:27, Romans 8:1

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does The World Hate Us?

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Sep 24, 2022

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One of the things that confuses many Christians is the attitude of non-Christians toward them. Even in the United States we experience backlash against us as Christians.

Alba 9-15-13 (Revised 9-18-2022) WHY DOES THE WORLD HATE US? John 15:18-25 A woman in India watches as her sister is dragged off by Hindu nationalists. She doesn’t know if her sister is alive or dead. A man in a North Korean prison camp is shaken awake after being beaten unconscious; the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I, John - A Tale Of Two Kingdoms

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 20, 2021

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A first person sermon by John the Apostle about the confusion of religion and politics. It's purpose is to focus on the kingdom of God and not be overwhelmed by the kingdom of this world.

“A Tale of Two Kingdoms” – December 19, 2021(Sunday AM) Subject: What is the connection between religion and politics? Complement: its a confusing connection - but our King is Jesus Big idea: The government shall be upon his shoulders. Introduction: (the sermon is told by John in first person); ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7, John 1:1-15, Revelation 1:9-19, Revelation 12:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Did Jesus Promise Material Prosperity?

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 23, 2024

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Prosperity is a topic that has sparked much debate and confusion within the Christian community. This sermon examines whether Jesus promised His followers material prosperity.

Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, my message is going to delve into a topic that has generated considerable discussion and sometimes confusion within the Christian community: the concept of prosperity. Specifically, let us explore whether Jesus promised His followers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

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