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God's Uncoventional Wisdom

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 10, 2006

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Why did God use John the Baptist rather than the "good and the great" to announce the birth of his Son

NR 10-12-06 Luke 3:1-20 John the Baptist Conventional wisdom says that how you present the message is more important than the message itself And Alistair Campbell Tony Blair’s spin doctor incorporated that in the ultimate Why else do we see smartly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

The Labor Pains Of Christmas

Contributed by Gus Lohrum on Dec 21, 2010

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Consider the spiritual struggle of Joseph in his dream as spiritual labor pains we all go through as God leads us.

The Labor Pains of Christmas Matthew 1:18-25 December 12, 2010 When a woman gives natural birth to a child there is immense pain. Comedian Carol Burnett said the pain was like imagining what we would feel if someone pulled your eye lid back over your head. But ultimately out of the pain of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Easter Is A Matter Of Life And Death, And Life!

Contributed by Mark Van Cuylenburg on Apr 13, 2020

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Jesus, The King Of Love, lived and died for us and then He lived again, and confirmed what we should already have known, that death is not final.

Thank God for God, thank God for Jesus, thank God for The Cross, and thank God for the death of Jesus Christ upon it, because He died as an atonement sacrifice for my sins and for your sins, so that we do not have to die. Because, brothers and sisters in Christ, we have discovered the truth. The ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, 2 Samuel 24:17, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Revelation 20:11-15, John 5:24, Romans 6:23 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Two Paths: Eli's Sons And Samuel

Contributed by Jung Lee on Jan 15, 2024

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we embark on a journey through the pages of 1 Samuel, where we'll see how different lives can teach us important lessons.

"Good morning, beloved family in faith. Today, we embark on a journey through the pages of 1 Samuel, where we'll see how different lives can teach us important lessons. We'll delve into the perils of ignoring God's guidance, the blessings that come with faithful service, and what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Some Practical Pointers For Some Particular People Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Dec 5, 2011

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I want to show you some particular people and offer some practical pointers to each.

SOME PRACTICAL POINTERS FOR SOME PARTICULAR PEOPLE ECCLESIASTES 7:15-29 Introduction: Ecclesiastes is the journal of Solomon’s quest to find “the meaning of life.” He had gotten off to a good start, but somewhere along the path he strayed from God’s ways. Chapter seven ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 7:15-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Underdog

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 13, 2009

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How does the underdog become the overachiever?

THE UNDERDOG 1st Samuel 17:1-50 INTRODUCTION: There’s no need to fear! Underdog is here! Remember that cartoon? We enjoyed seeing the puny dog take on the villains and accomplish impossible feats of strength and daring do. We like to root for the underdog. We like to see the little guy beat the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Free Indeed

Contributed by Dan Thompkins on Jan 11, 2008

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We search for liberty for the here and now, while sometimes forgetting we are created as spiritual beings for eternity.

Free Indeed Text: Jn. 8:31-36 PPHC – July 2, 2006 A.M. Statue of Liberty: “Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, the wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tossed to me. I lift my lamp beside the golden door.” How ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion Of Hypocrites Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 10, 2025

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He called them blind guides (Matthew 23:16), snakes and brood of vipers (23:33). We are called to practice true godliness, sincere love, and enduring faith.

Text: Matthew 23:23-32 Theme: Hypocrite Religion Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! Introduction: Today, we would meditate and understand what doesn’t mean hypocrisy, and how Pharisees and scribes were hypocrites, and where we stand in our spiritual life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:23-32

Denomination: Methodist

Undeniable God Centered, God Powered, God Miraculous!

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jul 23, 2003

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How God uses ordinary people to perform miracles.

I admit that more times than not, I have stood in this position confessing my favorite scripture passages, but beyond a shadow of a doubt, this is one of my very favorites. This story is undeniably God centered, God powered, God miraculous! Jesus Christ takes what little we have…a simple lunch ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21, 2 Kings 4:42-44

Denomination: *other

God's Love, God's Family And God's Forever Home

Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 14, 2014

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When I went to bed Saturday night, I still didn't have a message for this Sunday. When I woke up that morning, the Lord said, "Tell them about my love, my family, and my forever home."

GOD’S LOVE, GOD’S FAMILY, AND GOD’S FOREVER HOME OPENING: Testimonies INTRO TO TOPIC: Challenging week. As of last night, didn’t have a sermon. • “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: *other

The Kingdom Of God: "God’s Pattern For Kingdom Living”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Aug 11, 2024

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In the third chapter to the Philippian Church Paul gives God’s model for Kingdom Living, a pattern we can live our lives by, a pattern for successful living in the sight of the Lord. In 1 Corinthians 11:1, Paul said, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.”

The Kingdom of God “God’s Pattern for Kingdom Living” Philippians 3:12-16 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lbrnYa9PU7w There are a lot of books in today’s market dealing with the topic of success and how to be successful in business, relationships, marriages, and in life. And ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-17, 1 Corinthians 11:1, Acts 20:24, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:24, Isaiah 43:18-19, Psalm 139:23-24 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

02 The Power Of God, The Righteousness Of God And The Wrath Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Mar 10, 2021

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This is the 2nd of 30 Studies in the Book of Romans

Romans 1:16-32 Romans 1:16-17 16 For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. 17 For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written, “The just shall live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-32, Isaiah 61:10, Isaiah 64:6, Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is A God Of Jealousy - Attributes Of God - (2 Of 10)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 9, 2022

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Today's message is about an attribute that we generally do not associate as being an attribute of God. That is, the attribute of jealousy.

God is a jealous God. The attribute of jealousy is very closely related to the attribute of love. Illus: A lady went to her pastor for some counseling. She had some serious problems in her marriage. When the pastor asked her what was the problem, she said that her husband did not love her. The ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

When God Confronts The Gods Of Your Enemies

Contributed by Bode Ayodele on Sep 5, 2007

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As Christians we know there is only one true God. However, many others do not realise this, in fact they believe and serve many false gods. This message looks at taking the battle beyond the realm of men into the spiritual realm. It explains how, to put

By Bode Ayodele Every individual has a god of some sort. The person who claims not to believe in God serves the god of unbelief. There are those who openly worship the elements of Heaven such as the moon, sun and even powers from beneath the sea. All of these - to such individuals -are the gods ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:22-40

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Man Miracles

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 3, 2005

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The thought of Miracles occurring today raise questions in the minds of many believers: here are some thoughts to ponder.

God, Man, & Miracles I. Introduction A. We use the term “miracle” very lightly today. 1. It’s a miracle someone made a last minute shot. 2. Miracle Whip, not mayonnaise! It’s all salad dressing to me. 3. Remember the Music City Miracle? 4. We use the phrase, the miracle of medicine/the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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