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Trust Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 7, 2023

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Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in 2023 that Jesus spoke about.

Sermon: Trust Thesis: Everything in relationships rises and falls on trust! Do you believe that? Many authors and the Bible say it is a true statement! Trust is essential component to build and to experience if we desire to live “The Abundant life” in 2023 that Jesus spoke about. Scriptures on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Psalm 9:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Thirst

Contributed by David Swensen on Apr 24, 2002

based on 95 ratings

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Our Lord’s cry, “I THIRST,” is a poignant reminder to us that, no matter what the cost, we have been called to a life of obedience.

John 19:28-37 INTRODUCTION Gladys Aylward was a missionary to China and her labors were chronicled in the film The Inn of the Sixth Happiness.On one occasion she suffered terribly during a journey across the mountains of China in order to bring a hundred orphans to safety. Ranging in age from ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37

Denomination: Baptist

Rise And Shine

Contributed by James May on May 8, 2002

based on 29 ratings

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Isaiah’s words ring true today just as they did in Israel. It’s high time to rise up and let the light of Jesus Christ shine out into a world of darkness.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-2, 2 Corinthians 2:3-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Returning To Our Proper Place In God Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Jan 26, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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We continue our walk with Jacob as he meets Esau. Jacob shows us a great deal of wise stewardship in this chapter. Jacob follows through and returns home in obedience to God.

Returning to Our Proper Place in God Jacob’s Reunion with Esau Jacob’s Return in obedience to God’s Promised Land I noticed in the Bristol Bay Times this week that a serviceman and his family were able to visit Dillingham. Imagine he had been gone 13 years. I know that when Gloria and I leave ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Walking Wounded

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Sep 8, 2004

based on 35 ratings

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I have entitled this message, “The Walking Wounded”, because we cannot say that we are unaffected by the things that are taking place in our world, no matter how we pride ourselves on our ability to separate ourselves. We are all wounded by the sins of t

Sermon Title: The Walking Wounded Text: Isaiah 1:5-9 Date: July 20, 2003 Context of Scripture: As we prepare to look into our Scripture in the first chapter of Isaiah this evening, we need to remember that Isaiah was not born into the depths of poverty nor was he raised in religious ignorance. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:5-9

Denomination: *other

The Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Mar 5, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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Moses, Pt. 15 of 15

THE SERVANT OF GOD (DEUTERONOMY 34) A friend sent me an e-mail with the subject “God’s resume.” The cover letter reads: To Whom It May Concern, I heard you were considering a new manager in your life. I would like to apply for the job. I believe I am the most qualified candidate. I created the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

These Are The Days Of Elijah Part 6: The Rest Series

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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Number 6 in a series looking at the imagery in the modern Hymn These are the days of Elijah, looking at all the bits of the song that I couldn’t pad out to a full sermon.

Introduction Over the past month we have been looking at the Biblical imagery in the song, These are the Days of Elijah and seeing what lessons of revival or renewal we can learn from it. Tonight we finish the series. While there may be one or two lines that I could force a whole sermon out of, as ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14, Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Holiness

The Church Is A Life Boat, Not A Showboat

Contributed by Martin Kim on Oct 5, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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The church’s primary reason for existence is to save the lost.

The Church Exists for Evangelism How does the old adage go? “The main thing is to keep the main thing, the main thing.?Can we say it together? “The main thing is to keep the main thing, the main thing.? Do you agree with this statement? For us here at the Seattle Central Korean SDA Church, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Adventist

Revive Us Again Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 8, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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The Life of Samuel, Part 4 of 5.

REVIVE US AGAIN (1 SAMUEL 7) The closet thing to a revival I had experienced was at the youth fellowship in my home church. Seven of the twenty-something young people, including me, are in the ministry presently. Five are pastors, one a seminary lecturer and another an assistant pastor. Including ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Room To Grow Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 27, 2003

based on 15 ratings

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The Life of Abraham, Part 5 of 10.

ROOM TO GROW (GENESIS 17:1-19) Skating great Michelle Kwan had won every title but the Olympics. Twice Michelle Kwan failed to land the big prize at Winter Olympics Figure Skating Championship. In 1998 she was placed second and in 2002 she dropped to third. Each time she bravely congratulated the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Trouble With Being Righteous Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 26, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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Living under the blessing of grace we need to be reminded that a life of righteousness follows our salvation. A righteous life is difficult to live in an unrighteous society.

THE TROUBLE WITH BEING RIGHTEOUS “All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags…” (Isaiah 64:6). The subject of righteousness is very disturbing for a number of reasons. First of all, “righteousness” is not a word we use very much in our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 51:1-11

Denomination: Mennonite

Science And Healing And Stem Cells Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

based on 3 ratings

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As Christians with a strong history and theology of healing, we should be equally excited and encouraging of Stem Cell research. It is new (since 1998), it is incredibly promising, and it is motivated by compassion and a desire to alleviate suffering. S

Science and Healing: Series – In the World But Not Of It April 24, 2005 Intro: Christopher Reeve. Nancy Reagan. Michael J. Fox. Just a few high-profile individuals who have been extremely vocal in their advocacy for aggressive health research into new treatments for disease through stem cell ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Should We Expect From Church Leaders? Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008

based on 5 ratings

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Leaders in the church must know their spiritual gifts, and how to use them effectively for the kingdom. #2 of 5.

Title: What Should We Expect From Church Leaders? Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: Ephesians 4:11-16 Theme: Leaders in the church must know their spiritual gifts, and how to use them effectively for the kingdom. Introduction - Define Reality Max DePree gets to the heart of things ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

Escaping Judgement

Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 30, 2009

based on 96 ratings

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We are living in the Last Days and Jesus described it.

This sermon was composed from several resources but inspired by the Holy Spirit EXCAPING JUDGEMENT Lu 17:26 And as it was in the days of Noe, so shall it be also in the days of the Son of man.27 They did eat, they drank, they married wives, they were given in marriage, until the day that Noe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:26-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Give Thanks In All Circumstances

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 15, 2009

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Giving thanks to GOd even when the events in our life don’t seem to warrent it.

Over the last couple weeks we have looked at two things which have caused some people concern and possibly even worry. First, we talked about the election, some people are really excited while others are concerned over the changes in leadership in our government. The Bible reminds us we are to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Methodist

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