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Christmas Peace?

Contributed by Richard Jumper on Dec 22, 2007

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Is peace possible at Christmas, if not, I wonder if it was really peaceful on the 1st Christmas?

Silent night, holy night! All is calm, all is bright round yon virgin mother and child. Holy infant, so tender and mild, sleep in heavenly peace, sleep in heavenly peace. Whenever Christmas carols are sung, this hymn is sure to be among them, for it has long been one of the best loved. For me, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Where There Is No Vision The People Will Perish

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

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We need to rise up to the high calling of God and stand on the tower and write our vision together and build up the kingdom of God..... When people become settled in their lives and in their ministry, they tend to become complacent. Where there is no vis

Banner of Praise Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “Where There Is No Vision The People Will Perish” Proverbs 29:18 “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he”. INTRODUCTION When people become settled in their lives ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Triune God Is Our Authority

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 19, 2007

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Pentecost 1(A) - The triune God is our authority! As believers we listen to Jesus’ claim, proclaim Jesus’ message, and believe Jesus’ promise.

THE TRIUNE GOD IS OUR AUTHORITY (Outline) June 3, 2007 PENTECOST 1 Matthew 28:16-20 * * * * * * * * * * INTRO: Every day there are new claims for brand new and improved products. These products make claims to cure baldness, obesity, and many other problems ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Dress Code

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Mar 20, 2007

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What every Christian should wear to church...or any other time in their sacred approach to God through worship, prayer, bible study and their devotions.

I. DEAR ABBY LETTERS – How To Dress In Church Dear Abby: May I respond to your reply regarding attire in church? As a priest and pastor, I’m appalled at how some people come dressed for Sunday worship. You said that “Dress codes have been greatly relaxed in recent decades,” which I find to be ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 28:15-30

Denomination: Church Of God

Wonderful Counsellor Series

Contributed by Brad Nelson on Dec 26, 2006

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He can heal

A CHILD IS BORN Wonderful Counsellor – He Can Heal… Isaiah 9:6 Introduction: Can you relate to that video? It’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year and yet it’s a time of tremendous stress. Shopping Family Activities Year-end at work , etc. It’s easy to get to the point where you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Can Help Us Show Respect, Kindness & Love To All

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2004

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Robert E. Lee was asked to comment on one of his worst critics. He said, "I believe he is a fine General." Confused that he would say something nice about an enemy, Lee said, "You asked me to tell you what I thought of him, not what he thought of me."

How The Holy Spirit Can Help Us Show Respect, Kindness and Love for All People Luke 6:27-31 "Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you... Do to others as you would have them do to you." Illustration: If you bite and devour ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Gift To Men

Contributed by Mark Witherden on Dec 6, 2003

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You have been entrusted with necessary and effective gifts. You are a gift from God to the church! What you feel about this is not so important as to what you do about it.

God’s gifts to men Introduction - Jesus has gifted the church Ps 68:18 You have ascended on high, You have led captivity captive; You have received gifts among men, Even from the rebellious, That the LORD God might dwell there. Paul changes this verse in light of his understanding of Jesus and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Love Of God Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 26, 2003

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If there are two of God’s attributes that the Scriptures emphasize more than the other, they are the Holiness of God and the Love of God. God’s Love Runs Deep, Beyond our Full Grasp.

The Love of God 1. In the Spring of 1924, Jack Sundine was a four-year-old kid, standing in a line with his father inside the White House, waiting to meet President Calvin Coolidge. As they neared him, Jack noticed that he said something to each visitor as they shook hands. Soon, the thrilling ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Restoration

Contributed by John Harvey on Apr 3, 2007

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the restoration offered to Peter after teh resurrection is available to everyone.

“Restoration” April 8, 2007 Intro: What is the bottom line of the resurrection? The purpose of the resurrection of Christ is restoration. The death and resurrection of Jesus was given for us in order to restore our relationship to God once and for all. There are many factors in our lives ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Why Look For The Living Among The Dead

Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Apr 11, 2007

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A sermon for Easter celebrating the living. Incorporates the passing of my father and his transition to eternal life.

“On the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark.” We might ask why Mary came to the tomb this early in the morning. If we return to the crucifixion and burial of Jesus we remember that according to Luke’s gospel Joseph of Arimethea asked for Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Instructions For The Believer

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Nov 18, 2007

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A message verbalizing the attitude our Lord expects of His children.

Instructions for the Believer 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22 * Turn with me to 1 Thessalonians 5:16. On this the last Sunday evening before we celebrate Thanksgiving, let us center on God’s word for instruction. Through His word He gives us instruction for life. * When we consider the culture in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

I Hate Christmas!

Contributed by Ingrid Kelfkens on Dec 21, 2005

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Where does the peace that you experience around Christmas come from? Does it have its origin from the Prince of Peace? Or the prince of this world?

Christmas is here again stand up and cheer again Let’s leave our heartaches and shadows behind All that I want, is to be here beside you All that I need, is right here in my arms All that I want, is to know that you love me And this will be my finest Christmas time Holly and mistletoe, small ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Two Kinds Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 19, 2009

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What is the difference between human and Godly wisdom?

Wisdom is not the same as intelligence. Wisdom, biblical wisdom, is practical application of the truth of God’s salvation into the work of touching others for the sake of Jesus. Kenton just did that yesterday with lunches for those on the streets. But we’re not alone. Five families in Brandon ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What If?

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 12, 2009

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It is thru God that we can find help for everyday problems.

Intro: What If.....? Genesis 15 has the same type of rejoicing that we find in this Psalm of David. Another year gone will make many ask the question, “What if..?” I guess it is a part of life for us to ask questions like “what if..?” Many times we tend to think of what could have been. But ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8, Psalm 124:1

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Events

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

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The primary purpose of prayer.

Prayer Events When we pray, it is not primarily not to get things from God; although that is why many people pray. The primary purpose of prayer is to commune with God, then getting things is only a by-product. And if communion with God is the only thing there is to prayer, that would be ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Baptist

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