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The Idol Of Leisure: Laodicea

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 10, 2010

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Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied.

AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE IDOL OF LEISURE: LAODICEA REVELATION 3:14-22 Sermon Objective: Our culture has an inordinate pursuit of comfort and leisure; but there is a Biblical priority and perspective that must be applied. Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Pointing Others To Jesus Christ

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 6, 2009

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“Baptism truly points others to Jesus Christ who is the One who died and rose again for us.”

POINTING OTHERS TO JESUS CHRIST Luke 3:15-22 Proposition: “Baptism truly points others to Jesus Christ who is the One who died and rose again for us.” Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to look to Jesus Christ and be obedient to Him in one’s spiritual life. INTRODUCTION: Illus: A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Paradox Of Self

Contributed by Joseph Anderson on Jan 25, 2011

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The importance of self in determining one's destiny. To hell or heaven.

The Paradox of ‘self’ (Luke 9:25) “For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?” Introduction: In 2 timothy chapter 3, Apostle Paul warns us of the terrible times that will be in the last days. The idea is not something new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Loving Christ Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 3, 2011

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Last in our vision 2011 series: New Riverlutions regarding the fuel for it all: a love for Christ that compels us

Text: Psalm 71:15-24, Title: New Riverlutions: Love Christ, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/6/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Finish Strong video, Lyrics to Who is like You B. Background to passage: this is a psalm of old age. David (or whoever) was remembering and praying to God in their old age to again ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Cause For Celebration: An Examination Of The Cosmological Argument

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Sep 11, 2009

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Cause For Celebration: An Examination Of The Cosmological Argument

Often the classics rank among the best. Even though time passes and intellectual fashions change, certain insights and perspectives address something so profound they forever earn a place as a steadfast pillar among sifting seas of opinion. Much of what comes after such a point simply serves as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Targeting God's Will

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Oct 30, 2010

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People often ask the question - "How can I know God's will for my life?" This message addresses the key elements to understanding and discovering God's will.

Targeting God’s Will October 10, 2010 Romans 12:1-2 Sunday AM Intro: Good AM. Well here we are. It’s hard to believe this day has arrived, and my family is thrilled to be here to meet you. I want to talk to you this AM about an appropriate topic in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Soon - And Very Soon

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 23, 2010

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Without a proper understanding of Jesus as King we miss one of the most sobering yet exciting elements of He is. It's an understanding that can change your life.

“Soon – and Very Soon” Is. 65:17-25; Malachi 4:1-6; 2 Thess. 1:5-12 Sometime it is difficult for us to identify with biblical and theological concepts. For example, since we are unfamiliar with the nature and functions of a king, it is hard to get excited about Jesus as King. Yet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Filled For A Purpose

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 3, 2010

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The first coming of Christ was preceded by increased spiritual activity. As we celebrate His birth shouldn’t we also celebrate that same spiritual activity?

December 5, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Luke 1:11-17 Subject: The Announcement of John’s Birth Title: Filled for a Purpose It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Don’t you just love this time after Thanksgiving? I mean, what more could a person want; a time to go out and fight the crowds ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Upscale Tchotchkes - Jesus Overcomes Evil Powers Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Mar 3, 2010

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The church of Ephesus overcomes the occult by focusing on Jesus. We overcome in the same way.

Here in America when we are dissatisfied, we express our dissatisfaction in a variety of ways. If we feel that receive poor service at a restaurant, we might not leave a tip; If we feel the city is not clearing the streets fast enough, some folks write a letter to the editor; If politics is driving ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:23-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passionate Spirituality

Contributed by Brien Sims on Jul 8, 2008

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Encouragement to give your all to God all the time in all you do.

How many of you here today feel as though any fire that could be considered a passion has been extinguished? Your love for the activities you like to do has been wiped out and now you are working with an emptied and tired slate. Survival may be the only way of life that you reach for because ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cleansed And Washed

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 14, 2008

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A message about what we learn from Jesus’ baptism and how we prepare for communion from Jesus’ washing the disciples’ feet. We had communion and adult baptism on the same day.

Cleansed & Washed Date: Sept 14, 2008 Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17; John 13:3-17. In our church we celebrate two sacraments, or ordinances, whatever you might call them. I prefer to call them sacraments. And I prefer that word because I do believe that Christ is spiritually present with us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Need A Samwise

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 1, 2008

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5 Relationships You Can’t Live Without! Each of these relationships are crucial for you to live a healthy and successful life!

“5” Part 1 – You Need A Samwise I. Introduction Samwise Gamgee, a hobbit, is first introduced in Tolkien’s The Fellowship of the Ring. Samwise is Frodo Baggins’ gardener. Tolkien called Sam the "chief hero". As "punishment" for eavesdropping on Gandalf’s conversation with Frodo regarding the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

After Easter - Getting With God's Program Of Worship

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 19, 2009

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1- Worship Him only 2- Worship Him everywhere 3- Worship Him sincerely

INTRO.- ILL.- One day God was looking down at Earth and saw all of the evil that was going on. He decided to send an angel down to Earth to check it out. So He called one of His best angels and sent the angel to Earth for a while. When he returned he told God, yes it is bad on Earth, 95% is bad ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Great Love Is Worthy Of Our Thanks

Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Nov 24, 2008

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In Psalm 107 we find four ways that God has specifically blessed that call us to be thankful, and the cool thing is these four ways were brought to life by Jesus.

(From Pastor Aaron Burgess, SermonCentral.com) Thanksgiving is the act of expressing specific gratitude to God for the blessings he has bestowed upon us. Thanksgiving is the outward and inward communication of how grateful we are for all the things God has given us, whether those things are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Why Aren't You Like Everyone Else?

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 19, 2008

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Christians are to be radically different than anyone else - not for the sake of being different - but because it is our nature.

January 20, 2008 Morning Worship Text: Matthew 9:14-17 Subject: Fasting Title: Why Aren’t You Like Everyone Else? We live in a very confusing time in our culture. Sometimes it becomes difficult to differentiate between the good guys and bad guys. Of course we understand that as a sign of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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