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Hebrews: A Look At The Book.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

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Hebrews: A look at the book. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Hebrews chapter 1 verses 1-3. Ill: • A little boy asked his mum a question; • “Mum, where did I get my intelligence from?” • She replied; • “I guess you got it from your father because I still have mine!” Many Christians avoid the book ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Brethren

Thank You Mom

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007

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Today is the day when everyone in this country celebrates this special date by recognizing the crucial role that all mothers play.

Today is the day that has been designated in this country as mother’s day. Today is the day when everyone in this country celebrates this special date by recognizing the crucial role that all mothers play. In reality the role that mothers plays is very frequently underestimated or not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On Your Mark, Get Set, Go! Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

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Joshua #1

“ON YOUR MARK, GET SET, GO!” Joshua 1:1-18 Thank you… Excited…Rarin’ to go… work to be done, tremendous responsibility and opportunity Change of leadership now, new leadership… Questions, unsure about future, Perhaps fearful of what might happen next at church, State of uncertainty… Any ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why God Lets Friends Die Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on May 1, 2008

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God love his people through sorrow and death to eternal pleasure and everlasting joy.

Scripture Introduction John 11 contains the well-known story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead, and (for trivia fans) the shortest verse in the Bible is in this chapter. We also find here the last of the seven miracles (or “signs” as John calls them) which structure this book. Miracles (of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What To Do When You've Been Stabbed In The Back Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Oct 16, 2006

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David as a model in his relationship with Saul on what to do when someone mistreats you.

I’ve titled the sermon, “when you are stabbed in the back” because it’s a fact of life that at some point in your life someone is going to stab you in the back, take advantage of you, cheat you, rob you, or do you wrong in some way. A “friend” might gossip about you, sharing your deepest darkest ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-30

Denomination: Methodist

Comfort One Another

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 25, 2007

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Focuses on how we should be comforting one another.

Comfort One Another Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-8; 2 Corinthians 12:10; Romans 8:37 Introduction During my lifetime I have had the opportunity to attend many funerals both as a child and more so as an adult. I remember my parents visiting their friends and other family members when there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Law And The Kingdom Of God Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 17, 2015

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The analysis of the response of Jesus to the Pharisees' ridicule in Luke 16:14-18 teaches about their misunderstanding of possessions, the kingdom of God, and the law.

Scripture Luke 16 primarily deals with the topic of possessions. There are three sections in the chapter. The first section is the parable of the dishonest manager (16:1-13). Jesus responds to the ridicule of the Pharisees in the second section (16:14-18). And the third section is about the rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:14-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Paddle Thru The Rapids

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Jul 27, 2016

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Thoughts after having gone on a whitewater rafting trip with teens group.

Paddle thru the Rapids “So be truly glad! There is wonderful joy ahead, even though it is necessary for you to endure many trials for a while.” 1 Peter 1:6 NLT Intro: We all have opportunities to get upset. We have temptations that we are faced with. We have stresses that come to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride In The Last Days

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jan 1, 2016

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After praying for a message for 2016, I'm bringing a word to beware of pride as described for the most part in 2 Timothy 3:1 but using supporting texts also.

Pride in the Last Days Introduction: Usually its typical and appropriate to preach about new beginnings and resolutions during the new year. I've done so in the past and reckon I will do so again -in the future but this year is different, perhaps because the times we live in are different. But ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choose Wisely

Contributed by Jeremy Dunn on Aug 25, 2015

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Israel was given a choice between life and death. They chose poorly. That same choice is offered to us. Life or death? Blessing or curse? The choice is ours to make. Choose wisely.

So often in scripture the thundering voice of judgment is followed by the loving voice of hope. Israel did forsake the Lord for idols and the Lord did bring upon his people judgements stated in his covenant. Israel had a choice, and they chose poorly. But interestingly enough, no nation in history ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Hannah's Vow Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Oct 3, 2013

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Prayer, Discouragement, Joy, Commitment

1 Samuel 1:11 (p. 185) October 6, 2013 Introduction: What is the most painful thing God has told you to accept, or deal with? Something which you cannot fix or make go away? Something you will have to deal with on a regular basis and it might never change. In the new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rising From Life's Difficulties

Contributed by Rusty Davidson on Aug 15, 2012

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Everyone faces tough times and trials. Too many times the answers we here are trite or condescending. But in the story of Lazarus we can find the meaningful truths that will allow us to rise from the difficulties of life.

Rising From Life’s Difficulties Text: John 11:1-46 I. Introduction Illustration: Walking Dead – Hershel Greene -I can't profess to understand God's plan, Christ promised the resurrection of the dead. I just thought he had something a little different in mind. Are things not ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Tenth Street And Fourth Avenue East

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 29, 2013

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Decisions we make at the crossroads determine our path for life.

Title: Tenth Street and Fourth Avenue East Text: Matthew 7:13-14 Thesis: Decisions at the cross-roads determine the path for life. Introduction: Owen Sound is an historic Canadian port city on Lake Huron that offers tourists a variety of activities. In fact, if I were to pick a Canadian summer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christmas Blues, As Witnessed By Joseph

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 3, 2014

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When Christmas is all over and done with, life will return to normal; what ever normal is these days but if you think that is hard for us, look at Mary and Joseph, after the Nativity, the part we choose to ignore with Roman soldiers and dead babies.

Title: The Christmas Blues, as witnessed by Joseph Keywords: Joseph, Holy Innocents, “Christmas 1 Year A RCL” Word Count: 2723 This sermon was delivered to St John's in Girvan and St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 29th December 2013: (both are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-18

Denomination: Episcopal

Sex And The Single Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012

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What scripture has to say about sex and the single life.

1 Corinthians 7:6-9 Sex and the Single 9/14/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction I feel like a person wading through swampy water. Each step further feels like I am sinking into territory I don’t want to be in. I would like to turn around, but now that I have started I must go on. That is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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