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The Absurdity Of Christmas

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 8, 2003

based on 20 ratings

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If you stop and really think about the Christmas story it’s rather bizarre, how come?

The Absurdity of Christmas Imagine that you are standing out in your driveway marvelling at the fact that it’s the first weekend in December and you haven’t had to shovel yet. In your imagination you do not live in Cape Breton or New York, suddenly an UFO lands in the middle of your front lawn and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

Who Is This Man Jesus? Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 23, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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This is the first of a series of sermons on the life of Christ. Today we look at the world’s perceptionof Jesus.

Intro.: In the summer of 1997 I was introduced to eight pictures of Jesus Christ. 1. It was part of the journey that brought me here – I was spending the biggest part of my summer serving as a chaplain at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute – a state mental hospital. 2. Mornings were spent on ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Growing Up Is More Than Growing Old

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Sep 22, 2004

based on 30 ratings

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This message addresses hinderances to spiritual growth.

GROWING UP IS MORE THAN GROWING OLD - 2 Peter 3:3-18 > 2 Peter 3:18 but grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory, both now and to the day of eternity. Amen. This past week, Gladys, Drew & I had the opportunity to return and visit Locke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:3-18

Denomination: Baptist

Character

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 29, 2001

based on 417 ratings

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How a person deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character. Character is a true Christian quality but is sadly lacking in the Church today.

Character “A quality of Christianity”  Character is defined - The pattern of behavior or personality found in an individual or group; moral constitution  How a Christian deals with the circumstances of their life speaks of their character.  Crisis doesn’t necessarily make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-4, Philippians 2:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Appointed

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 14, 2007

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Playing it safe is no way to spread the gospel of Christ in a hurting world.

Luke 10: 1 – 11, 16 – 20 Appointed Intro: Dear Abby once wrote in her column about a lifeguard who was being charged with the death of a teenager. The lifeguard was working at a large poll with two or three others each with a specific area to cover. He was approached by a group of teenagers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Is Your Name Written In Heaven?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 1, 2010

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This is an evangelism sermon about the responsibility of spreading God's word.

Luke 10: 1 – 11, 16 – 20 / Is Your Name Written in Heaven Intro: Dear Abby once wrote in her column about a lifeguard who was being charged with the death of a teenager. The lifeguard was working at a large poll with two or three others each with a specific area to cover. He was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Essential Equipment, Purpose

Contributed by David Radcliff on Nov 30, 2017

based on 3 ratings

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Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that drives you, what motivates you?

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT, PURPOSE Ecclesiastes 2:1 – 26 & Philippians 3:7-14 Do you know what your purpose is? What is it that drives you, what motivates you? Last week while Sara was at the quartet convention Jonathan was feeling sympathetic toward me and decided we’d get take out from either Wendy’s ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26, Philippians 3:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Third Sunday Of Easter - Year A

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 6, 2020

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The first stage of the Emmaus story is the broken dream.

One Sunday a parochial vicar was doing a children's talk, using a telephone to illustrate the idea of prayer. "You talk to people on the telephone but you don't see them on the other end of the line, do you?” he began. The children shook their heads in agreement. "Well, talking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Catholic

Caring For One Another Series

Contributed by Dan Stires on Jan 20, 2010

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People who have been touched by the love of God should share that love and look after the needs of those around them.

Pataskala Church of the Nazarene January 17, 2010 Loving God and loving others Stewardship month 2010 Caring for One Another “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2 Today’s Focus: God’s people care for one ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

What Will Be Your Legacy? (1 Of 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 23, 2022

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Sometimes we Christians sit around and talk about some unusual things that have happened in church services.

Illus: Dr. Odell Belger was preaching a graduation sermon for a Christian School in York, South Carolina. Dr. Wayne Smith is the pastor of this great church. They held the graduation in the gymnasium to hold the large crowd that came out for this special event. When Dr. Belger got about ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Promise (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 1, 2003

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The Second Sermon in a Three sermon series. This sermon focus is on the "Purpose" of the Holy Spirit, and covers only two area, The HS as the one who brings conviction, and the Holy Spirit Power that is available.

The Promise (part 2) The H.S. Purpose Pastor Glenn Newton 6-1-03 JN 16:5 "Now I am going to him who sent me, yet none of you asks me, `Where are you going?’ 6 Because I have said these things, you are filled with grief. 7 But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Preserving Power For God's People

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Oct 15, 2003

based on 45 ratings

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No people whose guardian is Jehovah God can be overcome while they are actively serving and obeying Him, for God preserves His people.

Preserving Power For God?s People Text: Ps.34: 7; I John 4: 4b; II Kings 6: 15-16 Intro: The biblical accounts of God?s miracles performed through Elijah and Elisha are some of the most extraordinary and exciting found in the pages of God?s Word. The account under consideration today, Elisha ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:15-16, Psalm 34:7

Denomination: Baptist

Please Pass The Salt

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 19, 2018

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Jesus takes a simple image – no ambiguity - no hidden meanings - nothing out of the ordinary -- just common, everyday salt. Like the parables, Jesus uses a simple, concrete object to teach the people a profound lesson about the Kingdom of Heaven.

TITLE: PLEASE, PASS THE SALT SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 5:13 Michelle and I enjoy entertaining by preparing meals for our friends and guests. The oven is usually going or the smoker is fired up in the backyard. On Saturday mornings I enjoy cooking breakfast for the family and oftentimes have a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Thirty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A: Ten Virgins- Bring Your Own Oil

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 13, 2023

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“The trumpet, scattering its awful sound. Across the graves of all lands, Summons all before the throne. Remember, gentle Jesus, that I am the reason for your time on earth, do not cast me out on that day, When the damned are confounded, and consigned to keen flames, call me with the blessed.”

BYOB stands for Bring Your Own Beverage. Today’s parable is about preparing for our individual and irrevocable particular judgment at death and it is always a Bring Your Own Oil affair—BYOO. [Thanks to Troy Borst for this phrase] The inevitable sleep of death overtook all ten of them, and our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 30, 2023

| 562 views

This marriage supper is a celebration of what Christ has done for all the invited. This is why the event is so incredible – all of Heaven comes together for it!

Alpha and Omega, Part 46, Revelation Part 23 The Marriage Supper of the Lamb Revelation 19:1-10 Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is granted through Jesus; and yes, we have a choice - Last week we unpacked ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10, Psalm 95:6, 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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