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Jesus, A True Friend, Chooses Us.

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 19, 2006

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Sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter, series B. In calling us "friends" Jesus discloses the how intimately God loves us, and gives us an example to emulate in our being friends to one another.

6th Sunday of Easter May 21,2006 “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, you sent your Son, Jesus the Christ, to reveal your will and grace for our lives. He is our Lord and Savior, who gave his life ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Think Of What You Are Doing!

Contributed by Phillip Wright on May 28, 2006

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Having the knowledge of Christ and failing to share only proves that it means nothing to you; because if it truely did you would not be able to be silent.

Think of what you are doing! Luke 8:16-21 By: Rev. Phillip A. Wright Jewell Baptist Chapel North Bay, NY. Introduction: This morning we will look into the Parable of the Revealed Light. Did you ever have something that others would love to have seen or look at and never said anything? Did you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Hand Over Your Sword

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Sep 16, 2006

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We live in a very "me-centered" society. Me-centered simply means selfish. This spirit of selfishness is plaguing our nation....

Hand Over Your Sword Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: We live in a very “me-centered” society. “Me-centered” simply means “selfish.” This spirit of selfishness is plaguing our nation, but even sadder is the fact that it is plaguing the Body of Christ as well. We consider this a fairly new ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Defiled By The Tongue

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Sep 30, 2006

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Things we hear can defile us and make us unfit for Divine service, even as the Jews were not able to enter the promsed land because of the fear the words of others brought.

Defiled by the tongue Text: Matthew 15:10,11 Proverbs 15:4, "A wholesome tongue [is] a tree of life: but perverseness therein [is] a breach in the spirit." In the OT there were many rules and instructions that if one broke one of them, they didn’t lose their salvation but they would be in a state ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Really Is A Wonderful Life Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 18, 2007

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1 of 4 of a Christmas series based on popular movies of the season. This message is based on Isaiah 9:6. Powerpoint Graphics available. Email me and I’ll send them.

Classic Christmas It Really is a Wonderful Life December 3, 2006 Everyone has seen Jimmy Stewart in “It’s a wonderful life”. I think that this movie is probably one of the most loved Christmas movies of all time. The one line that stands out more than any other is when “Clarence (the angel) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Happiness Is Connected To "Be Attitudes" !? 2 Series

Contributed by Samuel Troyer on Mar 28, 2006

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Happiness is connected to our attitudes and the Beattitudes.

Happiness is connected to Be”attitudes” II !? Matthew 5:1-5:12 <click> Last week in our message we shared four of the eight conditions required to enjoy happiness. The first was to be poor in spirit; second, to mourn; third, to be meek; and fourth, to hunger and thirst for righteousness. Today we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

The Churches Priority: Worship Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 4, 2002

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This is the third in a series entitled :What Makes A Great Church

TITLE: The Churches Priority: Worship Text: Acts 2:42; John 4 Theme: Worship P.S. As we seek to fulfill this purpose then our priorates will become clearer and less self serving. Introduction: Illustration: In any construction project there is usually a question of priorities, which determines ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23, Acts 2:42-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Demonic Understanding Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 24, 2002

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Understanding the realistic power of Satan and learning that Scripture recognizes this power and shows us how to deal with it.

ACCORDING TO JESUS THE TASK OF DEALING WITH AND DRIVING OUT DEMONS HAS BEEN ASSIGNED TO YOU! WHEN IT COMES TO DEALING WITH THE DEVIL, GOD, THROUGH HIS HOLY SPIRIT, GIVES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FIGHT EVIL. LUKE 9:1, “…JESUS CALLED TOGETHER HIS TWELVE APOSTLES AND GAVE THEM POWER AND AUTHORITY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Christian A&p 101: The Unity Of The Body Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 4, 2005

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The first in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this message we reflect on the unity and diversity in the body of Christ.

CHRISTIAN A & P (Anatomy & Physiology) 101 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 1. Last Sunday afternoon, on our drive back home to Issaquah, Anne and I stopped in at our middle daughter, Gabrielle’s home to visit with her, her husband Scott, and our little grandson, Kyle. • Barely 3 minutes into our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Effective Leadership Is Based On Service Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005

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A look at some of the building blocks necessary for effective leadership.

It has been said that, “A church wrapped up in itself makes a small package—too small, in fact.” Christ has commissioned His church to win the lost for Him. The most effective way to accomplish this mission is through leading in service. To be an effective leader one must have a servant’s heart ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:37-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"How To Pray For Your Children"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Oct 22, 2004

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Specific ways to pray for children that will prove to be more effective than vague generalizations.

Iliff and Saltillo UM October 24, 2004 "How to Pray for Your Children" Philippians 4:4-7 INTRODUCTION: A bumper sticker read, "I have teenagers! Pray for me!" If you have teenagers, you might feel this way at times. However, today we’re going to talk about how you can pray for your children. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Methodist

Faith More Precious Than Gold

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 17, 2004

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In I Peter chapter one peter gives us three reasons to live a life of thanksgiving and praise.

“Faith More Precious than Gold” -In all circumstances give thanks- I Peter 1:3-9 (NLT) I Thess. 5:18 “In all circumstances give thanks…” (NIV) Thanksgiving is a time of thanksgiving and praise. Thanksgiving is a reminder of the thankful attitude we need to have all year. The Apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Choices Determine Our Maturity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 30, 2003

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Everyday we are faced with a myriad of choices that determine whether we spiritually progress or regress. We all have the power to select, decide or determine what we will do because of the gift of free will. The writer of Hebrews calls us to spiritual gr

Choices Determine Our Maturity (Heb 5:11-14) Everyday we are faced with a myriad of choices that determine whether we spiritually progress or regress. We all have the power to select, decide or determine what we will do because of the gift of free will. The writer of Hebrews calls us to spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Attend Every Service

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2005

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What is the point of attending church services each and every time.

"WHY ATTEND EVERY CHURCH SERVICE?" INTRODUCTION 1. In my life as a Christian, I have noticed the following in every church... a. There are some Christians who attend every service of the church whenever possible 1) They are present for Bible study on Sunday morning and Wednesday ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25

Denomination: Baptist

Life To The Extreme Series

Contributed by Art Good on Nov 6, 2008

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Tired of the hamster wheel? This is how to get off the wheel and start living according to His will!

Life to the Extreme (Clip) Ken Hannah snowboards off cliffs, flies 40 feet straight up on a bicycle, and jumps out of airplanes on a snowboard. Someone once asked him how he learned to do all those incredible things. He answered, “I’m an extreme person. When I was 6 years old I rode my bike ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, John 10:9-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

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