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08. The Salt And Light Of The World (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 18, 2023

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What does it mean for Jesus to call us the light of the world?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org On this Resurrection Sunday we are celebrating the glorious defeat of death and our eternal suffering by the Lord Jesus Christ. It is by his death on the Cross and his defeat over death through his resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Brethren

Is Official/Formal Church Membership In A Local Church According To Scripture? – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 7, 2025

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Regarding this matter of formal church membership, it is examined alongside mainly Ephesian verses. The subject is opened up to understand the New Testament practice of being members of one another and the equality in the Body of Christ. Membership of Christ’s Body covers it all.

IS OFFICIAL/FORMAL CHURCH MEMBERSHIP IN A LOCAL CHURCH ACCORDING TO SCRIPTURE? – PART 3 Part 3 (there are 4 parts) continues to look at various scriptures in this study of formal church membership over and above the one membership that unites all believers into one Body, and makes them all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:26-28, Ephesians 2:13-16, Ephesians 2:19-22, Ephesians 3:5-6, Ephesians 4:3-7, Ephesians 4:11-14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Laity

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

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God calls every believer as His laity, a royal priesthood, chosen to declare His marvelous works in daily life and mission.

(The People of God) Opening Story – “Secret Service” Christians A man was coming out of church one day. The pastor stood at the door to shake hands and gently pulled him aside. “Brother,” he said, “you need to join the Army of the Lord.” The man smiled, “Pastor, I’m already in the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, Ephesians 4:11-12, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20, Revelation 1:6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Better Late Than Never

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

based on 68 ratings

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what if we get to Heaven and find out God let everyone in?

Better Late than Never 1. What if we got to heaven & found out God let everyone in? Christians, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists, Republicans, Democrats, doctors, dope pushers, lawyers, merchants, murderers. Everyone! I think I would go WAIT A MINUTE! 2. What about our faith? Our belief in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Counsel You And Watch Over You.

Contributed by Christopher Raiford on Sep 2, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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Funeral Sermon for one who has died in the Lord

Psalm 32:8 I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you and watch over you. It is these words from our God, Adelaide Fischer’s confirmation verse that will be the focus of our attention as we gather in grateful praise for the life of Adelaide. And we are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:8

Denomination: Lutheran

There Is Hope In Jesus

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Mar 26, 2005

based on 74 ratings

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Sermon for an elderly alzheimer’s patient that was cremated

Hope in Jesus John 11:17-27 Funeral for Aunt Oda Doolin Braley Introduction On his arrival, Jesus found that Lazarus had already been in the tomb for four days. 18 Bethany was less than two miles from Jerusalem, 19 and many Jews had come to Martha and Mary to comfort them in the loss of their ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Path To Peace And Comfort

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 12, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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A funeral message - Jesus tells of the peace he offers, the place he prepares, and the path to take.

As I talked with Glenda and Janice about their mother, Madge, one theme came up over and over – Madge’s love for people, most especially her family, and her hospitality brought people together. I heard of family gatherings at her house, her cooking, and her unshakeable positive outlook on life and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part Time Christians,hafe Way Salvation

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Dec 3, 2003

based on 16 ratings

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Jesus spoke of those who were going to be luke warm in the last days, the last days are here.

Part Time Christians. Half way salvation. Jesus was teaching to pick up your cross and follow me. Letting the dead bury the dead. A look into part time Christians, ready only at a weeks notice. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Is This Man Jesus? Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Mar 23, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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This is the first of a series of sermons on the life of Christ. Today we look at the world’s perceptionof Jesus.

Intro.: In the summer of 1997 I was introduced to eight pictures of Jesus Christ. 1. It was part of the journey that brought me here – I was spending the biggest part of my summer serving as a chaplain at the Cherokee Mental Health Institute – a state mental hospital. 2. Mornings were spent on ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Empty Tomb: A Place Of Faith Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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The disciples were disillusioned and disoriented after the crucifixion.

I grew up in a family with four sisters and no brothers. There were a lot of downsides to this…which I won’t go into now. One upside, and maybe the only one, is that I had to have my own bedroom in the basement, along with my own bathroom. I loved to just go in my room and shut myself out from all ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Might And Majesty Of God

Contributed by Graeme Lamb on Jun 10, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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A sermon for Trinity Sunday recognising that the importance isn’t complicated analogies, but recognising God’s glory.

It always seems to be that as reach Trinity Sunday each year, we’ve reached the last ball of the season – the end of a long liturgical mix of preparation-celebration-penitence and finally more celebration that began back on Advent Sunday the previous year and which has led us gradually through the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Trust In God

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 19, 2005

based on 18 ratings

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Get into the wheelbarrow!

OR, SMB and IC 24-04-05 John 14:1-14 I would like to focus on the first verse of the Gospel reading today – the verse in which Jesus said: Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me (Jn 14:1) Have you ever wondered why Jesus didn’t say Do not let your hearts be ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus, In Your Victory Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 27, 2005

based on 23 ratings

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This is the 11th sermon in the series "When Jesus Comes To Your Town". This series is based on the "Passion Week".

Series: When Jesus Comes To Your Town [#11] JESUS, IN YOUR VICTORY Mark 16:1-14 Introduction: Mark 16:1-14 Our text tells us that Jesus rebuked the 11 Apostles for their refusal to believe that He would be resurrected on the 3rd day. The fact that Jesus Christ arose from the grave on the 3rd ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Advent #3: How Long Do I Have To Wait??

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 21, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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WAITING IS ABOUT BELIEVING AND BELIEVING IS KNOWING HE WILL COME AGAIN!

ADVENT #3: HOW LONG DO I HAVE TO WAIT?? JAMES 5: 7-11 DECEMBER 12, 2004 PM SERVICE INTRODUCTION: Christmas Survey What do people believe about the birth of Christ? A few days ago Newsweek Magazine conducted a poll asking some questions about Christ and His birth.* Here are some of the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Wedding Sermon

Contributed by Brendon Bridges on Mar 30, 2002

based on 395 ratings

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A wedding service to encourage 3 healthy habits in a marriage. Written for an unsaved couple, encouraging the hope and enclusion of Christ in their lives

SERMON ---- 3 Habits of an Effective marriage!! A bride was very nervous. It was right before the service. She wasn’t sure she could even walk down aisle. Her mother gave her some words of calming wisdom. She said to her. “Honey, there’s only three things you need to focus on. If you focus on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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