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"Just As I Am"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 11, 2006

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We often sing the invitation hymn "Just As I Am". But, "What are you?". This message, through the story of the Rich Young Ruler" tells what a lost sinner is ... "Just As I Am".

“Just As I Am” … OR … “What Baptists Believe About … Man, Salvation, Grace” NOTE: A solo, “Just As I Am” was sung just before this message. INTRODUCTION: SERIES … PREVIOUS … What Baptists believe about the Scriptures, Trinity … · MAN – Created innocent … sinned … brought sin into human race … ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

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

Abraham: Lay It On The Altar

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 11, 2005

based on 75 ratings

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The need for sacrifice

Intro: Can you remember back to high school or college, at some of your teachers and their test-taking opportunities? I can think of two different extremes in teachers I had. The first was Mr. Harris. He was my history teacher in college. He always gave the opportunity to pick the test you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Share A Little Hope

Contributed by Joe Harding on Aug 24, 2002

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Christians are called to live changed lives, lives that share hope!

SHARE A LITTLE HOPE I PETER 3: 8-17 SUNDAY AUGUST 25, 2002 INTRODUCTION: An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

All Because Of A Teenage Mom

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Sep 16, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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See How the Lord makes what some would see as a dismal situation into a Glorious Celebration

As I prepared for this morning’s mother’s day celebration, I began to look at how society has formulated our own mind thinking of what a mother is supposed to be. On television, we had June Cleaver, from Leave It to Beaver. Black stilletoe shoes, Crisp linen dress, and a string of pearls…. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

"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

based on 6 ratings

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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

Whats Love Got To Do With It?

Contributed by Bob Hager on May 20, 2001

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Love is primarily an action not a feeling

A man looked up from his hospital bed and said to his wife: "You’ve always been with me when I have had trouble. When I lost my shirt in a poor investment you were there. When I had the car accident you were with me. I got fired and you were there. I’ve come to the conclusion, that you’re bad ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 13:33-36

Denomination: Methodist

Here's Your Sign Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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A Christian is like a Human Church Sign.

Purpose Series #5 (Six Sessions on God’s Purpose for Your Life) Here’s Your Sign Matthew 5:14-16 SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 5:14-16 INTRODUCTION: This fall, we’ve been studying from Rick Warren’s book, The Purpose driven Life. This week we’re focused on the 4th Purpose: Sharing your life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

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

Sardis: Confessions Of A Dying Church Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

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This is the sixth message in this series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message examines the letter to the church at Sardis and how they were spiritually dead and didn't know it.

As depressing as it might be the opening passage of this letter sounds more like an obituary. The body of believers in Sardis is dead….well almost. Only faint life signs of a faithful remnant remain. For the majority there it was too late, their faith had already flat lined. What begins ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Do We Need Relationships? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

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This is the fourth message in a series from the book of Ecclesiastes that examines Solomon's wisdom in regard to the mistakes that he had made in his life. This message examines why God has wired us to need and desire relationships.

Dear Diary, “Every time I open myself up for a relationship I get kicked in the teeth. Why do we need relationships? Why should take the risk of being hurt again?” If you are like me you have been hurt and betrayed by someone you thought was your friend. These experiences really cause ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

5 Reasons Couples Divorce

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 9, 2013

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A sermon inspired in an article by Luis Palau at: http://www.crosswalk.com/679188/

HoHum: "Marriage is not so much finding the right person as it is being the right person." --Anonymous WBTU: Mike and Jean have been married 5 years. They come from good families, belong to a good church, and their friends think they are getting along. What their friends don’t know is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roi

Contributed by Brian Tome on May 2, 2013

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How we think and act with money is a direct reflection of how we think about and act with Jesus.

Today I'm not telling you to give. The number one conversation that is happening right now in our city and country has to do with money. We wouldn't be helpful to you if we weren't talking about money because all of us are having a money conversation all day long and that conversation is often ill ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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