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Mark (Jesus Suffering Servant) Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jan 3, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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An overview of the gospel of Mark for seekers, looking at his specific view of Jesus as hard working, suffering Son of God, ransom for the world.

SE120504 GOSPEL TRUTH 1. Mark WHAT’S “GOSPEL” We’ve all heard this phrase: It’s the GOSPEL truth, man! Which means we think something is absolutely true, there’s total veracity… but that’s not what it meant to the people who coined the term. The Greek word we get it from is actually a compound ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Marks Of An Unhealthy Family" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Jan 22, 2005

based on 39 ratings

| 5,361 views

This is another sermon in a series on "spiritual" health. This sermon takes a very pointed look at the state of the Christian family and challenges the believer to bring their family completely to the Lord.

“The Marks of a Spiritually Unhealthy Family” Mark 9:14-27 MK 9:14 When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. 15 As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. 16 "What are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"The Marks Of False Teachers" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 8, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 6,249 views

Sermon 19 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

My sermon to you from these verses may seem at first to be rather dark in focus and content, but the message from our Lord’s own mouth in these verses is a dark one, for those who teach falsely and practice lawlessness. Let’s read them first, and keep them before our eyes and our minds as we study ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Orthodox

Six Marks Of A Spiritual Mentor

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Sep 2, 2005

based on 49 ratings

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Paul here explains what it meant that he was a spiritual father to the Cornithians and therein gives us insight into how we can impact others.

The Heart Of The Passage: “Paul is a spiritual father to the Corinthians.” - v. 15. - There are two ways to become a spiritual father. One is to be part of birthing someone to new life. The second is to raise a spiritual child into a spiritual adult (an adoption type of situation). - In both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

3 Marks Of A Healthy Church Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007

based on 4 ratings

| 4,201 views

Exposition of 1 Peter 3:8

Text: 1 Peter 3:8 Title: Three Marks of a Healthy Church Date/Place: LSCC, 11/13/05, AM I. INTRODUCTION A. Opening illustration: contrast the Andrea Yates case (postpartum psychosis) that was granted a new trial this week versus the moment of heroism at the Campbell County HS by three ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Baptist

Mark's Gospel Begins With A Freak

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 16, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 7,241 views

A sermon for the Second Sunday of Advent, series "B"

2nd Sunday in Advent December 4, 2005 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, during this season of Advent, open our hearts and minds by the power of your Holy Spirit, that we might hear your word ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Characteristics Of Childishness And The Marks Of Maturity Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 14, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 13,919 views

The indications of spiritual immaturity and maturity

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 3:1-23 TITLE: “THE CHARACTERISTICS OF CHILDISHNESS AND THE MARKS OF MATURITY” INTRODUCTION: A. A young boy came to his father after church one Sunday. He said, “Dad, I want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

X Marks The Spot [christmas]

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 14, 2005

based on 74 ratings

| 4,349 views

Christ is the most important part of Christmas, but is being "X’ed" out by several things. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

X Marks the Spot PowerPoint for this and all our sermons available at http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons.html Now it’s a ‘holiday tree’, ‘winter break’, and soon, we’ll all be dreaming of a white holiday! The most important part of the word “Christmas” is where many are placing the “X” today. At ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Friendship -- A Mark Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jan 15, 2004

based on 48 ratings

| 8,710 views

Spiritual Friendship is one of the expecations God has of his disciples. This sermon looks at several Scripture passages to identify the keys to building a successful Spiritual Friendship.

(Preface note to the reader: Our church elders identified 7 Marks of Discipleship. Six are suggested by Michael Foss in his book, "Power Surge." To his six, we added the seventh -- Evangelism. These marks are: Spiritual Friendships, Serve Others in and beyond the congregation, Pray Daily, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Five Marks Of A Real Disciple Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 9, 2003

based on 634 ratings

| 189,752 views

Jesus gives us five vivid images teaching us lessons about discipleship and the total commitment it requires

Five Marks of a Real Disciple Luke 14:25-35 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION The main job Jesus left us to do was to make disciples. There is a difference between a believer and a disciple. There is no such thing as an instant disciple; like the word, it takes discipline. A Russian comedian, Yakov ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Mark Of Discipleship -- Reading The Bible Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 27, 2004

based on 36 ratings

| 12,038 views

We know we should read the Bible, but we have LOTS of excuses -- but do these excuses really hold water?

The Mark of Discipleship: Reading the Bible Delivered on March 21, 2003 By The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor Mpittendreigh@goodshepherdpc.org This is one of 14 sermons in a series delivered by Dr. Pittendreigh and Rev. Dietrich on The Marks of Discipleship. The elders of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Mark Of Discipleship -- Worship Weekly Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 27, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 4,314 views

God calls us to worship -- together and often.

In a television program I watch, there is an episode in which the minister stood up before the congregation. It was a vast sanctuary -- but it was almost empty. The minister looked out upon all of the empty seats and surveyed the 4 lonely people in the congregation -- one young man, and three ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Marks Of A Great Christian - Serving Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 3, 2007

based on 46 ratings

| 15,497 views

This is the first in a series on "The Marks Of A Great Christian". This sermon looks at 5 Reasons to serve one-another and 5 characteristics of a Great Servant.

The Marks Of A Great Christian – Serving I read a story the other day that took place in time of the Revolutionary War - our war for independence. A man dressed in civilian clothes was riding past some soldiers who were repairing a defensive barrier. Several soldiers were working while another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 11, 2007

based on 48 ratings

| 16,118 views

This sermon is second in a series of three. It looks at five reasons why we should love one another.

The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Two friends were discussing what it means to be in love. One said, "I think I have been in love three times.” His friend asked him to tell him about his three love experiences. He said, "Five years ago I cared deeply for a woman. I wanted to be around her ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Marks Of An Effective Christian Series

Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007

based on 9 ratings

| 6,395 views

What are some of the marks of an effective Christian. A look at the introduction to the letter to the Romans gives us a glimpse into the life and motives of the apostle Paul

Three Marks of an Effective Christian A quick look at any newspaper or a few moments listening to any news broadcast reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. Especially in light of the recent school shooting at Virginia Tech. Human beings are in the hold of a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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