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Religion Or Relationship

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 12, 2007

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This sermon explains that Christianity is all about a Relationahip with Jesus Christ, not a "Religion."

Introduction: The Apostle Paul was in the city of Athens, Greece, waiting for his co-workers Timothy and Silas to join him there. While he waited I’m sure he must have spent some time walking the ancient streets of Athens. Perhaps he even toured The Parthenon, which was a temple built and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Minister's God-Given Goal – Part 2 Of 3

Contributed by Paul George on Oct 12, 2006

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Biblically speaking, a disciple is a sincere believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, one who is abiding in His Word and consequently being set free from sin.

The Minister’s God-given Goal – Part 2 Matthew 28:16:20 Biblically speaking, a disciple is a sincere believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, one who is abiding in His Word and consequently being set free from sin. A disciple is one who is learning to obey all of Christ’s commandments, and one who loves ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Holiness

The Blueprints Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007

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And as we build the church, there are certain things that simply have to be in the plans if we’re going to be the kind of church God wants us to be. Community, Teamwork, Love.

It’s amazing what you can find on the Internet. I’ve mentioned before that I’m a Star Trek fan, so I was impressed when I found this. I found a website of pictures of the USS Enterprise made entirely from lego. (http://homepage.mac.com/happywaffle/enterprise/) The interesting thing about the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Statements 1 And 2 Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Sep 2, 2005

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A message concerning our new statement of faith

Sermon Series: “The Tenets of the Faith” Sermon #1: “Statements 1 & 2” Sermon Text: II Timothy 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION: This sermon series has been written to help us better understand our new constitution and by-laws for Forest Christian Church. Now, it may seem strange to preach about a document ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Have Faith, Will Work

Contributed by David Rogers on Jun 27, 2005

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A sermon depicting the importance of faith and how a true saving faith will be shown by works.

Have Faith, Will Work James 2:14-16 Introduction Faith is certainly an essential element in the Christians life for without faith it is impossible to please God. Look at Hebrews 11:6 which says “but without faith it is impossible to please Him: for He that cometh to must believe that He is a ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Faith Helps Us Overcome Sin

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 2, 2005

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An explanation of the New Testament words for sin: harmatia, parabasis, paraptoma, anomia, and opheilema and means of overcoming them.

How Faith Helps Us Overcome Sin (I John 3:9,10) "No one born of God continues to deliberately, knowingly and habitually practices sin, for God’s nature abides in him. His principle of life, the divine sperm, remains permanently within him and he cannot practice sinning because he is born of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Call To Small Groups

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 30, 2004

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The necessity of small groups

A Call to Smallness Moving Ahead Together, Part 8 I have entitled today’s message ‘A Call to Smallness.’ I say call because I believe it is something God is calling us to not as another program but as a way of life, as part of our DNA as a church. Why do I believe that God is calling us to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Thinking Like Jesus Does”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Mar 24, 2003

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If Jesus had a passion for "sinners" why do they feel so unwelcome in our churches today?

Illus.: Four Preachers Confess Four preachers met for a friendly gathering. During the conversation one preacher said, “Our people come to us and pour out their hears, confess certain sins and needs. Let’s do the same. Confession is good for the soul.” In due time all agree. One of them said that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How's Your Sense Of Hearing? Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Aug 7, 2007

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This is the first in a 5 part series designed to help us look at our realtionship to God through the perspective of the five senses. The first is Hearing.

MAKING SENSE OF OUR RELATIONSHIP TO GOD How is Your Sense of Hearing? Heb 3:6-8 INTRODUCTION: A. We Serve a Great God! 1. I started thinking about this series on our relationship to God a couple of days ago and I got to marveling about God’s creative ability. 2. Take our bodies, for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Sower Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 26, 2004

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Which type of soil is your faith planted in? For many I am afraid that they are not planted in the good soil.

“Parable of the Sower” Introduction It seems odd to me that all Christians respond differently to God’s Word. It is weird to me that we can all come to church and hear the same sermon and even sit in the same pew, but some take something away from it and others don’t. We all respond differently ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Apr 6, 2005

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How Christ comes to scatter the darkness of sin and death.

JESUS: I AM THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD I am sure many of you are familiar with this painting. It is by Holman Hunt and is known as ‘The Light of the World.’ It has appeared on many Christian cards etc. It depicts Christ standing in a doorway with a lantern – as if waiting to be invited in. All ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Maze Of Masonry

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Apr 6, 2005

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How many have had a family member or friend that was or is currently a Mason? Most people don’t know very much about this group except for their generous works that they do for children.

How many have had a family member or friend that was or is currently a Mason? Most people don’t know very much about this group except for their generous works that they do for children. Their hospitals have the most elaborate and state of the art facilities! They provide free medical services to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

"Jesus Teaches About Repentance"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Nov 19, 2003

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Salvation is MORE than "easy believe-ism". We need to see our sin the same way God sees it. Our sin should break our heart, like it does God’s heart.

“Jesus Teaches About Repentance” Luke 13:1-5 INTRODUCTION: We CONTINUE in our series on ‘Lessons Jesus Taught’. We have studies what Jesus taught about: The Holy Spirit … the Tongue … Prayer … Thanksgiving. Jesus wasn’t the only one to teach about REPENTANCE. That was the major theme of John ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Plan For Sharing Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Oct 6, 2009

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The Biblical overview of the GPS emphasis of reaching North America for Christ.

GPS – “God’s Plan for Sharing” John 4:1-42 * GPS! Most of us are familiar with these initials. In our modern day world, many in this room have a GPS in their automobile. I “may” look into one now that it is possible to have a “man’s” voice giving directions. ‘Nuff said! * Think about the logic ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Baptist

What’s In A Name?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 7, 2008

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Jesus gave up His Divinity, voluntarily and willingly, in order to become a man. The divine glory was exchanged for human lowliness. He emptied Himself of His DEITY to take upon Himself His HUMANITY. He stripped himself of the insignia of majesty. What wa

Opening illustration: Here are some examples of names and their meanings. Abraham = father of nations Alfred = wise Caleb = bold Daniel = God is my judge Edward = successful leader Ezekiel = God made me stronger Gabriel = God’s man Angela = angel Agatha = good Barbara = unique Candace = ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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