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"He Showed Himself Alive …” 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 6, 2022

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The resurrection of Christ is the most important topic of the Bible. It is not one of the most important, but THE MOST IMPORTANT topic of the Bible.

The bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead is the crowning proof of Christianity. Everything else that was said or done by Christ and the Apostles is secondary in importance to the resurrection. That is: • If the resurrection DID NOT take place, then Christianity is a false religion. • ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19, Acts 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

You Can Trust Him

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 20, 2001

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You can place you full and complete trust in God!

You can Trust Him Selected Passages William Penn, the founder of the commonwealth of Pennsylvania, was well liked by the Indians. Once they told him he could have as much of their land as he could encompass on foot in a single day. So, early the next morning he started out and walked until late ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:9-10, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Church Of God

Living Waters

Contributed by Rita Sims on Mar 8, 2001

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The woman at the well learned about living waters. When we are dry, we can receive living waters too.

Life can be pretty hard sometimes. When you’re in school or at work, it can be pretty hard to make it through the whole day. Then, you have to go home and do homework and work waiting for you at home. Sometimes, it seems like there’s never a moment’s rest. Or maybe our problem is not ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-30

Denomination: United Methodist

"The Boomerang Generation”

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Aug 19, 2005

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The Texas Cooperative Extension recently published a study titled “Dynamics in Middle Adulthood: Caring for Grandchildren, Adult Children, and Aging Parents.” The article stated that members of the “Baby Boomer” generation may find themselves with respon

“The Boomerang Generation” The Texas Cooperative Extension recently published a study titled “Dynamics in Middle Adulthood: Caring for Grandchildren, Adult Children, and Aging Parents.” The article stated that members of the “Baby Boomer” generation may find themselves with responsibilities for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Short Beds And Small Blankets

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jan 27, 2007

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GOOD PERFORMANCES,GRAND PROFESSIONS,GROSS PRESUMPTION

Short Beds and Small Blankets Isaiah 28:20 God has so made man, that there are two things essential for their comfort, if not for their very existence, namely, sleep and clothing. Sleep is essential to the very existence of our bodies on earth. Clothing also is needful for our comfort, and, at ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:20

Denomination: Baptist

Generosity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 28, 2006

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Generosity isn’t something religious fanatics do; it’s a lifestyle of sharing Christ’s love that enriches the giver.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes ”Generosity” Ecclesiastes 11:1-8 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I worked for a Colonel who wasn’t very generous with advice. I’d go to his office, seeking guidance, only to leave empty-handed. You ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Our Symbol Of Living Hope

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 29, 2001

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Sense the excitement of the Easter story in Peter and how it can be ours too.

Our Symbol of Living Hope 1 Peter 1:3-9 by Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC Do the dead rise up and walk again? Easter took all of Jesus’ friends by surprise. None expected that He would be alive once again. He had before his death warned them numerous times that he must die and then be raised ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Need An "I" Exam

Contributed by John Beehler on Oct 23, 2001

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Who is the object of your prayers? Remember, things aren’t always what they seem.

Do You Need an “I” Exam? Girolamo Savonarola was one of the great preachers of the fifteenth century. He preached in the great cathedral of Florence, Italy, which contained a magnificent marble statue of the virgin Mary. When Savonarola started preaching at this great cathedral, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Taught As One Having Authority Series

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Feb 2, 2008

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This is a study on the Sermon on the Mount. This is the 15th sermon of the series.

Sermon on the Mount Pt 15 Taught As One Having Authority Matthew 7:21-29 Not everyone who says to Me, Lord, Lord, shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven. [22] Many will say to Me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in Your name, cast out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Surrender: Victory In Retreat

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 10, 2009

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Full and unconditional surrender to the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

SURRENDER – Victory in retreat “Until you have given up your self to Him you will not have a real self.” - C.S. Lewis Surrender is the act of giving up or yielding oneself or the possession of something to the power of another (Meriam-Webster dictionary). It is both the result and the cause of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deliverance

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Feb 12, 2013

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Deliverance from evil spirits is an important part of the continuing mission of Jesus Christ. The Bible contains many examples of deliverance both during and after the earthly ministry of Jesus. Believers in Jesus today have the authority and opportunity

Deliverance The term deliverance in religion describes the process by which a person is delivered from the control a demon or demons. Deliverance is achieved by driving out evil spirits using the authority of the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. If a person has ever been involved in occult ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-16

Denomination: Charismatic

The Gift Of Time Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

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Part 2 in stewardship series

THE GIFT OF TIME Giving with a Purpose-Part 2 Sunday, January 14, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction The paradox of our time in history is that.... We have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less. We buy more, but enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Living In Laodicea 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 17, 2008

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Conclusion to last weeks message with a few added scripture references, I am uploading it mostly for those who listen to the audio.

Dakota Community Church August 17, 2008 Living in Laodicea 2 Review: Are preachers called to preach by God or is this something we have picked up from the pagans or during the enlightment? Luke 12:42-43 "Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Mennonite

"All That Glitters..."

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2011

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A sermon which emphasizes that God is Enough.

Exodus 32:1-14 Matthew 19:16-30 “All that Glitters…” Have you ever waited for someone or something until you just didn’t think you could wait anymore? We are just not good at waiting are we? And as we see in Exodus the people of Israel weren’t any better at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Do Christians Use Language From The Occult?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Sep 13, 2017

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An inciteful look at three occult words that have crept into the church.

There has been a dramatic increase in the use of words and terms in the church that are taken from the occult and pagan mysticism. Here are three examples ‘Soaking’ Prayer The term 'soaking' started in the occult and refers to the practice of self-emptying so that the divine energy (aka ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Matthew 6:7-8, John 10:4-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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