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Renewing Your Mind

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 28, 2006

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Life change comes from a mind renewed by the truth of God’s Word.

[I’ve taken the main points of this sermon from Rick Warren’s Ministry Toolbox article ’Preaching Tips that will change lives’, Issue #246, 2/15/2006.] Rom 12:2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Romans 12:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Dreaming Big!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 17, 2006

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Through out the 66 books of the Bible we read time and time again stories that increase and Stretch our faith as we become obedient. In return we begin to dream big!

Dreaming Big! Text: Luke 5: 1-4 Life is full of lessons; lessons come several ways. Object lessons seem to be very effective in my opinion. Jesus is teaching the multitudes probably a message on trust or faith, and then Jesus spots Peter and the other disciples, so He decides ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Nature Of God's Sovereignty

Contributed by Paul George on May 25, 2007

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The sovereignty of God

The Sovereignty of God, what do we mean by this expression? The Sovereignty of God refers to the supremacy of God, the kingship of God, the Godhood God. To say that God is Sovereign is to declare that God is God. To say that God is Sovereign is to declare that He is the Most High, doing according ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 29:11

Denomination: Holiness

Defense Or Offense? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Oct 17, 2007

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Exposition of the truth in Acts 7:1-53 regarding Stephen’s defense and indictment toward the Sanhedrin and the Jewish people’s rejection of Christ

Text: Acts 7:1-53, Title: Defense or Offense? Date/Place: NRBC, 10/21/07, AM A. Opening illustration: Martin Luther writes “(Christians) must be warriors, always equipped with their armor and weapons, and that the lot of a Christian is no leisurely existence, nor one of peace and security; rather ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:1-53

Denomination: Baptist

The New Covenant

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Oct 19, 2007

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The old covenant is a corporate affair between Yahweh and Israel, The new covenant does not involve a corporate action, indeed it is an individual and uniquely personal relationship with God’s own people brokered by and in Christ Jesus. prophet Jeremiah b

I want to start from what a covenant is not. Covenant is not a contract. It is more than that. A contract is a legally binding exchange of promises or agreement between parties that the law will enforce. Contract law is based on the Latin phrase pacta sunt servanda (pacts must be kept). Breach ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

God's Way Of Accepting People Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Nov 26, 2007

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This sermon brings us to the good part of how to receive acceptance from God, this righteousness from God that’s included in the gospel as Paul presents it.

Charles R. Solomon says, “There are two kinds of people in the world – those who have been rejected and those who have been rejected more.” We all have reaped what Adam and Eve sewed – rejection of God’s will and way. Therefore, we experience rejection. Solomon goes on to teach us in his book, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31

Denomination: Baptist

Go! (Loss Into Victory)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

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This was our "Great Fall Kickoff" I tied how Jesus can turn losses into a great victory... into a call to GO and serve!

Matthew 28:16-20 Then the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain where Jesus had told them to go. When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

To Preach And To Heal Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 4, 2007

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This is the second in a series of Messages based on Luke 4:14-21 and Isaiah 61:1-4 which equates the mission of the Church with the mission of Jesus as He states it in Luke 4:18-19.

His Mission and Ours: To Preach and to Heal --Luke 4:14-21 and Isaiah 61:1-4 As I shared last week, I am convinced that Jesus through this series of messages “His Mission and Ours” is beginning to form in my heart His vision of ministry for Trinity United Methodist Church. Last week we saw ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

Frustrated By God: What To Do When God Makes You Angry Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 5, 2007

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When God frustrates us, He asks us to trust Him.

The book of Habakkuk is described as an “oracle.” “Oracle” literally means “burden.” A burden is something that has been lifted up and is being carried. It is used by several OT prophets to describe the message which God had laid upon their hearts. Habakkuk’s message was a heavy burden. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Your Father?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 11, 2004

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In the model prayer, Christ taught, “When you pray, say, ‘Our Father’”. Can you and I truly pray, “Our Father”? Do we belong to a universal brotherhood? Is God the Father of everyone? If God is not the Father of everyone, then who is your Father?

WHO’S YOUR FATHER? LUKE 11:1-4 INTRODUCTION: In the model prayer, Christ taught, “When you pray, say, ‘Our Father’”. Can you and I truly pray, “Our Father”? Do we belong to a universal brotherhood? Is God the Father of everyone? If God is not the Father of everyone, then who is your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Lion And The Lamb Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005

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This interactive sermon uses responsive reading and music to lead the congregation in worship centered around the Heavenly Worship Service in Revelation 5.

Jesus – The Lamb that was Slain Revelation 5 - A Worship Service HOLY HOLY HOLY 1st service vs. 1,2 2nd service vs. 1,2,3 Welcome & Announcements – Ronnie / Rocky Scripture: Revelation 5:1-7 – Greg Smith PART 1: Revelation 5:1-7 THE LION AND THE LAMB These verses of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introductory Sermon For Parable Series Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 30, 2008

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Introductory sermon for Parable series

Introductory Sermon for Parable Series Mark 4:9-4:12 Sermon Brief Date Written: July 23, 2008 Date Preached: June 25, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Series on the Parables Sermon Title: Introduction Sermon Text: Mark 4:9-12 9 And He said to them, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

No, Never Alone

Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 6, 2008

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Comfort from the Psalms for those who struggle with loneliness.

No, Never Alone Intro song – Stand By Me Psalm 139:1-12 After a ship sank in the ocean, three men ended up stranded in a lifeboat. They floated around for days without food or water. One afternoon a bottle floated up to the boat. The men grabbed the bottle and when they pulled the cork out of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Anchored In The Storms - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

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Realizing that storms will come to our lives, it’s important to be prepared.

10.07.07 AM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “Are You Anchored In The Storm?” – Part 1 Acts 27:13-29 Acts 27:13-29 says, 13“When the south wind blew softly, supposing that they had obtained their desire, putting out to sea, they sailed close by Crete. 14But not long after, a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Be Not Dismayed, A Funeral Homily

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jan 1, 2008

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The theme of this funeral homily is that in the midst of death we as Christian Disciples do not loose our courage, our hope, our faith, or our joy because we know Jesus will never leave us nor forsake us but will always take care of us.

Be Not Dismayed, A Funeral Homily --I Samuel 17:1-11, 46-47; Deuteronomy 31:7-8; Isaiah 41:10; John 14:18 We have heard the reading of our primary text for the funeral homily for our departed sister Barbara Jean Bluff, and perhaps many of you are wondering “How does the story of David’s battle ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-47

Denomination: Methodist

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