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  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Rebuilding For The Future

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 28, 2001
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     | 7,444 views

    Since the terrorism of Sept. 11th, we need to rebuild for the future of America and the church.

    REBUILDING FOR THE FUTURE INTRO.- ILL.- A doctor said to his patient, “I have some good news and some bad news. Which do you want first?” Patient: “Give me the bad news first.” Doctor: “We amputated the wrong leg.” Patient: “What’s the good news?” Doctor: “Your other leg won’t need to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Future And A Hope

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 11, 2014
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     | 12,686 views

    In times of deep trouble, it may appear as though God has forgotten you. But God may be preparing you, as He did the people of Judah, for a new beginning with Him at the center. He is always waiting for His people to depend on Him.

    Opening illustration: A 60-year-old hotel in Kansas is being renovated into apartments. A rusty ship that is docked in Philadelphia is being restored and may become a hotel or a museum. Hangar 61, an admired piece of architecture at the old Stapleton Airport in Colorado, is being transformed into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Future Tense"

    Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 21, 2013
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    All of us want to know what the future holds for us. But the Bible teaches that we walk by faith, not by sight. The future at times looks very tense, especially if we do not include God in our planning. He must be involved in every detail of life.

    “Future Tense” James 4:13-17 In the film Back to the Future, Michael Fox plays the role of a guy named Marty MacFly who suddenly is thrown back into time 30 years earlier. Because he knows what the future hold for his family he feels compelled to make sure things happen the way they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Firm In The Future Premium Sermon

    Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023
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    This sermon explores the faith in a secured future in Christ, who will return for his church and establish an eternal kingdom, as depicted in 1 Thessalonians 4:13-5:6 and Matthew 24:36-42.

    Welcome to our fourth and final week in the book of 1st Thessalonians. If you’ve been with us the past few weeks then you know It hasn’t been a traditional line by line study, but rather a topical overview of the book and some of the specific ways Paul encouraged the church. His overwhelming ...read more

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    Sermon Series: 1st Thessalonians

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    Back To The Future Series

    Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 20, 2008
    based on 20 ratings
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    Final message at a church...helping people focus on the future.

    INTRO>In 1985, Michael J. Fox, played the part of teenager Marty McFly, and Christopher Lloyd starred as Dr. Emmit Brown, a weird scientist who invented a time machine placed inside a remodeled DeLourian. Produced by Stephen Spielberg, “Back To the Future,” won the oscars for best effects and best ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Vision For The Future Series

    Contributed by Dan Brown on Nov 22, 2006
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     | 4,842 views

    This is the first message in a series presenting our new mission and vision to the congregation

    Read Philip Yancy’s retelling of the Prodigal Son story from “What’s so amazing about Grace?” That is why we are here. To be the body of X in the world welcoming back those who God the father is calling to himself. Tried to capture what we are called by God to do as a church, in a mission and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Glimpse Of The Future Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 29, 2011
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     | 7,982 views

    God wants His people to get a glimpse of the future so as to live for the future!

    Did you know that about 1/3 of the Bible is prophecy, about future events! Why does God give us a glimpse of the future? Last week we noted at least 4 reasons why God gives us a glimpse of the future: 1. God is always in control! 2. It encourages us to be faithful, godly Christians. 3. Future ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Knowing The Future Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 22, 2011
     | 7,080 views

    Knowing the future and knowing God is always in control should lead us to faithful, godly lives!

    What are the headlines in world events these days?? Jesus Christ spoke about the future over 2000 years ago. Matthew 24:3-8 states, As Jesus was sitting on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately. "Tell us," they said, "when will this happen, and what will be the sign of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Future Grace

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Feb 26, 2009
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    In examining the past graces of God we remember His Provision, Providence, and Plan for today and tomorrow!

    Future Grace, Genesis 9:8-17 Introduction Some years ago several congressmen, who were devout Christians, were taking a walk one evening. Their conversation drifted to the subject of religion and the state of the world. They were not enthusiastic about the outlook and were just about to agree that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Facing The Future Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 11, 2012
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    A relevant 5 week series looking at Psalm 23.

    Facing The Future August 12, 2012 Psalms 23:6 Today we are going to conclude our series on Psalm 23. As I’ve thought about this Psalm, I really think the last 2 verses are the hardest to accept. Think about the world we live in, the pain and the suffering and consider what David tells us ~ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Future Of The World Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 29, 2013
     | 9,676 views

    When you face an uncertain future, don't rely on human predictions; rely on the Lord.

    In his book Future Babble, journalist Dan Gardner explores our obsession with “experts” who claim to predict future events. Gardner relies on the work of Philip Tetlock, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, who produced a massive 20-year analysis of 27,450 predictions from ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    A Beastly Future Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 10, 2013
     | 8,986 views

    In these days when it seems God’s people are losing, don’t despair. Instead, be confident in the victory that’s soon coming, and be ready when Jesus comes to give us that victory.

    There is an old legend that describes Satan in a meeting with all his demons. He wanted to send one of them to earth to aid men and women in the ruination of their souls, and he asked for volunteers. One creature came forward and said, “I will go.” Satan said, “If I send you, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Failure To Future Series

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Oct 8, 2013
     | 7,268 views

    God uses failure in our lives to teach us we are totally dependent on Him for our future

    FAILURE TO FUTURE – when life falls apart, runs to Jesus! God uses failure in our lives to teach us we are totally dependent on Him for our future Luke 22:24-46 The Disciples Argue About Greatness (people want attention) Jesus Predicts Peter’s Denial Take No Baggage for the Road (good ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope For The Future

    Contributed by Nigel Daly on Dec 14, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 15,107 views

    Zephaniah offers powerful hope for the future: hope of forgiveness, hope of freedom from fear, hope of salvation and hope of love

    Sermon - Zephaniah 3 v14-20 How hopeful are you for the future? According to a survey of British people at the end of 2014 only 34% of us thought 2015 would be better than 2014 with 42% expecting it to be the same and 18% expecting it to be worse. How hopeful are you for the future? Maybe the news ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Loving For The Future Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 26, 2016
     | 4,910 views

    Others, Unity, Relationships

    AN “I” EXAM: Restoring Our Vision for Christ’s Mission – Loving for the Future Philippians 2:1-5 (p. 819) May 1, 2016 Introduction: At one of our recent leadership meetings, one of our servant hearted elders, Brad Kidd, shared this poem called “The Bridge ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ