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  • Michael J. Lee avatar

    From Chaos To Peace

    Contributed by Michael J. Lee on Feb 9, 2014
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    John 20:19-20 ESV Jesus Appears to the Disciples 19 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews,[a] Jesus came and stood among them and said to them

    Responsive Reading from SELECTION 61 p. 1072 in the small print Bible. Jesus Appears to the Disciples 19 On the evening of that day, the first day of the week, the doors being locked where the disciples were for fear of the Jews,[c] Jesus came and stood among them and said to them, “Peace be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep Yourself From Idols Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Aug 13, 2024
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    In the first century idols were an all-pervasive and normal aspect of society which could be a spiritual distraction for Christians. Today we need to be just as much on our guard against the idols of this age.

    You can listen to this sermon at https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 1 John 5:21 “Keep Yourself From Idols” In the first century AD, when people wrote letters, there was a pretty standard approach in the way the letters were structured – including the structure you used to finish your letter. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    No Other Gospel Series

    Contributed by Paul Foster on Dec 26, 2014
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    Part of a sermon series on Galatians

    Introduction What is the Gospel – the good news of Jesus Christ? Even among Christians only 60% could answer the question correctly. Paul describes it in one of my favourite verses in Romans 1:16-17. “It is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes: first for the Jew ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Transforming Gospel

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Mar 10, 2001
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    Paul makes a special plea to his friend Philemon concerning his run-away slave but now a Christian, showing how the gospel transforms all relationships.

    THE TRANSFORMING GOSPEL Letter writing is almost a lost art. We’d rather pick up the phone or dash off an e-mail but I’m glad that Paul used pen and ink. Doubtless Paul, being a man of letters and bubbling over with ideas for the spread of the gospel, must have written many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel, Our Message Series

    Contributed by Don Emmitte on Jun 5, 2014
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    We have been given a message for the world. We are a company of believers set apart from the rest of the world in order to share this message with them. We are called to a stewardship of the Gospel.

    The Gospel, Our Message Romans 1:1-7 Romans Series (Part 1) Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Today we begin a study one of the most important books in the Bible. In the prologue of the 1534 edition ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gospel Message

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 26, 2022
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    This message looks at the foundational truth at the heart of the Church; and that is, the basic salvation message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. The three points of the gospel are that Jesus died, was buried, and arose the third day.

    I have entitled our sermon this morning “The Gospel Message.” I wish to speak about the foundational truth at the heart of the Church that defines who we are as Christ-followers; and that is, the basic salvation message of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Humberto Medeiros said, “The Church is not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I've Got To Get Married! Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 15, 2015
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    4 benefits of remaining single (Outline and material adapted from a booklet by Chuck Swindoll entitled, "Singleness")

    HoHum: Cherry Hill, NJ- It’s been 20 years since a group of friends made a bet among themselves, going so far as to have a written charter and start a savings account to hold the pot. The pot has grown to several thousand dollars and John Cheney is the winner- because he’s the groups ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Escape From Lonesome Valley Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 24, 2008
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    There are numerous that we face that can pull us and distract us from serving the Lord. It is important that we know the Word of God, so that we maybe able to escape from their pull.

    Escape from Lonesome Valley Eccl. 4:9-12 Intro In our evening services we have started a sermon series entitles, “Salvation from Destructive Emotions.” I am not leading this series, because I am a psychologist or psychiatrist. I am leading us through this series, because there is a vast realm ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Significance Of The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Allen Calkins on Nov 24, 2009
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    The gospel transmitted to us is the most significant message ever given to man. It’s ability to transform the lives of those who by faith accept it as true and live in its truth cannot be overstated.

    The Significance of the Gospel Colossians 1:1-8 INTRODUCTION In his book "Growing Strong in the Seasons of Life", Pastor Charles Swindoll tells a story about the 19th Century agnostic Thomas Huxley. Some of you might recognize the name Thomas Huxley as a man who promoted Darwinism and Humanism ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Core Value 1:- Keep The Word Central Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 21, 2010
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    In a world where there are many different "Gospel’s" preached we need to make sure that we are not distracted from bringing the true Gospel. It is not the task of the church to be popular. It is the task of the church to be faithful.

    At school in science we did an experiment called a litmus test. Basically you would put a piece of special paper into water and see if it changes colour. Blue litmus paper turns red when the water is acidic. Red litmus paper turns blue under alkaline conditions. The litmus test gave you an idea ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ken Pell avatar

    A Lesson From Strawberries Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 27, 2007
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    The effects of the Gospel, when proclaimed and obeyed, can spread like wild fire!

    A LESSON FROM STRAWBERRIES Matthew 9:35-38 Sermon Objective: The effects of the Gospel, when proclaimed and obeyed, can spread like wild fire! Supporting Scripture: Psalm 126:6; Proverbs 4:18; Micah 6:8; Matthew 5:13-16; Mark 12:29-31 SUMMARY We are concluding a series from Matthew chapter 9 ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Separation From The World Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 14, 2018
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    The only reward Paul wanted from the Corinthians was conduct in accordance with the Gospel of Christ.

    July 25, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.C.1.b: Separation from the world. (6:14–7:4) 2nd Corinthians 6:11-13 (NKJV) 14 Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Flowers avatar

    "Dear Lord -- Huh?" Going The Distance With Distraction Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 3, 2005
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    Part 6 in series, "Learning to Pray," this message examines the reality of distraction in each of our lives and the impact it has on prayer.

    "Dear Lord. . .huh?" Going the Distance with Distraction Learning to Pray, prt. 6 Wildwind Community Church Feb. 27, 2005 David Flowers Have you ever made a promise you didn’t keep? Have you ever stood in front of a hundred people and made a promise you didn’t keep? Last week I told you I was ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    What And Why The Gospel?

    Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 29, 2005
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    I explained the meaning of the gospel, which is the subject of the whole bible, the New and Old Testament, in terms of why is it necessary to know the gospel to repent from sins, thus to have right relationship with God.

    What and Why The Gospel? Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. He also said to them, "This is what is written: the Messiah would suffer and rise from the dead the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins would be proclaimed in His name to all the nations, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Our Country Needs From Us

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jul 2, 2011
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    What our country needs from us as God's people is to live in such a way that gives the gospel credibility.

    First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas July 3, 2011 WHAT OUR COUNTRY NEEDS FROM US Isaac Butterworth 1 Timothy 2:1-7 (NIV) 1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed