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The Year Hope Died

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

based on 118 ratings

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When hope dies we need a fresh vision of God, a transformation of the heart and a mission to the world.

Most of us who were old enough to understand at the time can remember where we were on November 22, 1963. President John F. Kennedy’s motorcade was on its way to a luncheon in downtown Dallas. The president and his wife were sitting in the back of an open convertible, and Governor and Mrs. John ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

When You Feel Trapped

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

based on 104 ratings

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When you are trapped you must take risks, realizing your life has a divine destiny. You must trust in the providence of God.

The book of Esther contains one of the most intriguing stories in the Bible. The plot is full of twists and turns, and the ending is a surprise resulting in the reversal of fortunes. The story begins simply enough with a king holding a banquet. King Xerxes of Persia has just spent six months ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Can You Be Intelligent And Not Believe In Evolution?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 30, 2000

based on 277 ratings

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A consideration of the intellectual difficulties with the theory of evolution.

It was voted by the Associated Press to be the top story of 1999: the Kansas Board of Education’s decision to de-emphasize some aspects of the teaching of evolution in Kansas’ schools set off a firestorm of controversy. >>>”Events began in 1995, when the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Lonliness --- The Story Of Joseph

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 31, 2000

based on 86 ratings

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Joseph was lonely because he was alienated from his family, felt no one cared and that there was no hope. He conquered his lonliness by maintaining his integrity, becoming involved in meaningful work and forgiving those who had wronged him.

In September, 1985, a celebration was held at a New Orleans municipal swimming pool. The occasion was the celebration of the first summer in memory when no one had drowned at any New Orleans city pool. In honor of this somewhat historic event, two hundred people gathered at one of New Orleans’ ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:19-36

Denomination: Methodist

Focusing On The Positive! Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

based on 359 ratings

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How you look at something can make a world of difference in how you behave. Life is like that. What you focus upon in life will generally determine the kind of decisions you make.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2011) ILL. Have you heard the story of the farmer who was discouraged with his farm? So he decided to sell out & move somewhere else. He engaged a realtor to look the farm over & prepare a sales ad. But ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26, Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Joseph’s Christmas Story

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001

based on 108 ratings

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There are 4 parts to the story, & in each of these parts you will see how much Joseph loved Mary.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2013) If you were going to make a list of the great loving couples of history, who would be on your list? Romeo & Juliet? Anthony & Cleopatra? Mary & Joseph would probably not be on your list, for when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The End

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 5, 2001

based on 54 ratings

| 3,952 views

Everyone wants to know the end of a story. That alone makes people candidates for hearing the gospel.

Although I’m sure there are exceptions, it has been apparent at least in my own personal observations, that people need to see things through to a finish. Just a few years ago a man named Vernon Howell and his deluded followers attacked ATF agents. Then they barricaded themselves against the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-58

Denomination: Orthodox

Sore Joints In The Body

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2001

based on 40 ratings

| 5,431 views

Poor Communication or complete lack of it, is one of the greatest problems in the church.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Old Time Gospel Beliefs

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 21, 2001

based on 67 ratings

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Old time gospel beliefs are never out of date with the Lord.

OLD TIME GOSPEL BELIEFS INTRO.- ILL.- Someone wrote, “You’re over the hill when...” - You find yourself beginning to like accordion music. - You’re sitting on a park bench and a Boy Scout comes up and helps you cross your legs. - Lawn care has become a big highlight of your life. - You’re ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love-Love-Love.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 21, 2001

based on 169 ratings

| 27,440 views

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. John 21: 1-19

Year C Third Sunday of Easter--April 29th, 2001. John 21: 1-19 Title: “Love-Love-Love.” Jesus appears to his disciples. At his word they catch a huge amount of fish. They share a meal that Jesus prepared. Then Jesus commissions Peter as pastor of his ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Unlimited Grace

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 29, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 21,767 views

God’s grace toward us is unlimited.

Unlimited Grace Today we continue our series of messages on the topic of "grace". At root, the question we’re examining is "how can we know God?" How do we bridge the chasm between ourselves and our Creator? Given the fact of our sin and our guilt; and the fact of God’s perfect justice and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Hammer And The Donkey

Contributed by David Limiero on May 1, 2001

based on 54 ratings

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A narrative message for Palm Sunday contrasting the arrival of "The Hammer" (Judas Maccabeus) with that of Jesus.

FIRST MOVEMENT: The Hammer They called him “the Hammer.” He probably got the name from his style of warfare. He attacked hard and fast, guerrilla-warfare style. The Hammer was a seasoned warrior. And, because of his success against overwhelming odds, he was a hero to his fellow Israelis. Israel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44, Psalm 118:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Sinless Life Makes Him Stand Out Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on May 1, 2001

based on 74 ratings

| 7,179 views

a topical sermon that uses this verse as a launching point to show the moral superiority of Christ v/s Mohammed, Krishna, Buddha

Islington Baptist Church April 29, 2001 Series: Why Jesus: Why follow Jesus and not any other religion? Texts: Heb. 2:5-18; 9:26, II Cor. 5:21; I Pet. 2:21-24, I John 1:8, John 8:46 Why Jesus? Because of his sinless perfection! The other week I happened across an article in the “Religion ...read more

Scripture: John 8:46

Denomination: Baptist

There's No Place Like Home Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 3, 2001

based on 87 ratings

| 16,637 views

Jesus calms our troubled hearts when he tells us the end of the story. He is coming again to take us home.

Comforting a Troubled Heart. John 14:1-4 When I was a little boy I remember having nightmares. There were two things that used to scare me to death. One was witches and the other was skeletons. Ooo! I hated those things! It all started when I saw the Wizard of Oz. It was Sunday evening and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38, John 14:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Marriage Bed?

Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001

based on 64 ratings

| 4,529 views

God has provided the institution of marriage to make us better individuals living within healthier societies.

Sermon: “What Marriage Bed?” Rev. David Anderson Hebrews 13:4 I want you to take a walk with me. The day is warm, but not heavy as we walk down a small path in a flowered meadow. The grass is still wet with dew. We hear birds singing, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4, Matthew 19:5

Denomination: Lutheran

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