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Sabbath Lessons

Contributed by David Berthiaume on Sep 20, 2002

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Why in the world did God give us a "Sabbath"? There are some lessons we can learn from how Jesus observed the Sabbath while He was here.

I want to take you on a trip. This is not a trip to an exotic location or a place of tourism; it is a journey through time. I want to take you to the beginning. Close your eyes and imagine nothing. There is no noise, there is no smells, there is no light, and all of your senses sense nothing. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Adventist

"Screen Door On A Submarine"

Contributed by David Washburn on Jan 13, 2002

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"Faith without works is like a song you can’t sing, it’s about as useless as a screen door on a submarine."

You may have heard our music group sing the song, “Screen Door on a Submarine.” Part of it goes like this: Faith without works is like a song you can’t sing, it’s about as useless as a screen door on a submarine. Rich Mullins wrote that song with this morning’s scripture in mind, because James ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Business Of Bethlehem's Baby

Contributed by Scotty Killingsworth on Dec 5, 2001

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The baby born in Bethlehem had a business head on His shoulders along with all the rest He came to accomplish

WW120501 The business of Bethlehem’s baby John 8 Beginning: Have you ever heard someone say, “I keep my religion and my business separated.” Or, God has no business in my business. This could not be further from the truth. Some think faith in Jesus is esoteric, ivory towered, philosophical, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:17-23, Leviticus 25:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

"Placing Your All At God's Disposal"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 20, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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Disciple involves our complete commitment to Christ.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches January 5, 2003 “Placing Your All at God’s Disposal” I Samuel 7:1-12 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever had days when you couldn’t feel the presence of God, you couldn’t get your prayers answered, you felt out of touch with God and it was an overall “gray, dreary, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Question Of Revival

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Aug 28, 2001

based on 19 ratings

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The psalmist asks the question that plaguesour minds and hearts today, "Will You not revive us again?" God can, but only when we surrender everything to Him in repentance and Lordship.

THE QUESTION OF REVIVAL PSALM 85:6 Introduction: The most perplexing question that we face today in our convention, is why there is a serious decline in membership of our baptist churches? Why is there no revival in our midst? Why have we not seen baptisms in our churches? Why is it that several ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is The Greatest?

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 26, 2002

based on 94 ratings

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This is a message on what it takes to be "The Greatest" in God’s Kingdom. It discusses the role of a "Servant Leader" and seeks to explore specifics about being "great" in the Kingdom of God.

Who is the Greatest? Illustration: Muhammad Ali today is called the greatest. But it hasn’t always been that way. He became the greatest in the eyes of the world over the last 40 years. Muhammad Ali used to “float like a butterfly” and “sting like a bee”. He dazzled crowds with his amazing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Christian Church

God's Grace At Work: Then And Now

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Oct 16, 2003

based on 39 ratings

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God’s amazing grace is at work for our missionaries and his grace is at work through the message of what Jesus has done to save sinners.

God’s Grace at Work: Then and Now Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word of Truth through which the Holy Spirit speaks to us us is Acts 13:1-5 [Read the text] Dear friends, in whom God’s grace is at work: The river ran wide and deep. No bridge ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

What God Requires Of Us

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 15, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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Holy living as the Bible says

What does God Require of us? A man asked, “How much religion can a man have and still get into heaven?” In saying this, he was actually scheming to cheat both God and the devil. He wanted God’s full salvation but did not want to have to serve him with all his heart. He wanted enough religion to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Wesleyan

Obstacles To Individual And Church Growth - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2004

based on 49 ratings

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Pacifism and Passivism can be serious stumbling blocks to our progress as members of the Body of Christ. If we are to grow both need to be eliminated from of our lives and our church.

OBSTACLES TO INDIVIDUAL AND CHURCH GROWTH PART 2 1 PETER 2:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Last week we considered three obstacles that hinder Christian growth. Today I want to examine another pair of obstacles that impede individual and corporate growth and spiritual development – Pacifism and Passivism. Both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness Should Be Shared Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 17, 2003

based on 20 ratings

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7th of 10 Some things are supposed to be shared because when they are everyone benefits. One of the most important things that we all need is forgiveness – yet so many will eagerly accept it while they grudgingly grant it. In Matthew 18 Jesus tells a st

Forgiveness is Supposed to be Shared Some things are supposed to be shared because when they are everyone benefits. One of the most important things that we all need is forgiveness – yet so many will eagerly accept it while they grudgingly grant it. In Matthew 18 Jesus tells a story which lays ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Saved By His Grace And Kept By His Power

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 25, 2003

based on 44 ratings

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As born-again believers we can "rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory" when we live in the knowledge that we are "SAVED BY HIS GRACE AND KEPT BY HIS POWER"!

SAVED BY HIS GRACE AND KEPT BY HIS POWER "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Fishing And How To Tackle It

Contributed by W F on Jul 3, 2006

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A message to encourage listeners to become more active `fishers of souls.’

INTRODUCTION On the Great Barrier Reef off the east coast of Australia, there is obviously an abundance of fish. They are all shapes and sizes. It’s a fisherman’s paradise. There is only one problem, it is a conservation area and no fishing is allowed. Maybe you have experienced the same ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-5

Denomination: *other

What Would You Risk Your Life For? Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 5, 2005

based on 16 ratings

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When Paul spoke to Felix about faith in Christ he discussed righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come. It scared Felix, but not enough. What motivates us to live for Christ?

What would you risk your life for? Acts 15:26 speaks of “men who have risked their lives for the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Paul asks the question in 1 Cor. 15:30, “Why do we stand in jeopardy every hour?” In Romans 8 he quotes Psalms 44 and applies it to Christians: “For your sake we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Applaud Or Plod?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 26, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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A sermon for Palm Sunday based on Matthew’s account. (Adapted from an outline by Ross Fransico and John Scotford)

Sermon for 3/20/2005 Palm Sunday Applaud or Plod? Introduction: Some years ago a book was written by a noted American historian entitled “When the Cheering Stopped.” It was the story of President Woodrow Wilson and the events leading up to and following WW1. When that war was over Wilson was an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mama, Don't Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Preachers

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on May 27, 2005

based on 24 ratings

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Does God still call men and women to full time ministry? What does it mean to be "called"?

The Highest Call or Mama, Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up to be Preachers Acts 26:19 "So then, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the vision from heaven.” (NIV) What does it mean to be “called”? Today, we are celebrating God’s call upon the live of Pastor Randy Tingle. Today, the Church of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:19

Denomination: Church Of God

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