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Adjusting Our Focus

Contributed by Tony Fox on Feb 21, 2003

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Paul writes to Corinth to get them to focus on the cross of Christ.

“Adjusting Our Focus” February 12, 2003 (1Cor. 1.17-18) Adult Bible Study We’ve all had the job one time or another of taking pictures. When you do, you want to make sure that the image you are trying to capture is in focus else you get a smeared image. Sometimes we have to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Church - A Lighthouse

Contributed by Troy Harkey on Apr 16, 2003

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I have had many supporting churches, as a missionary, that the word “lighthouse” was a part of their name. The Bible makes it very clear that we as a church body are to be a lighthouse to the world.

THE CHURCH – A LIGHTHOUSE This will be our final message in this series on the church. (Mark 16:15 NKJV) And He said to them, "Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. (Mat 5:14-16 NKJV) "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. {15} ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Mark 16:14-18, Mark 16:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

Focus On God's Promises

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 20, 2003

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The Holy Spirit helps us consciously and subconsciously to turn our focus away from pain and on to God’s promises for deliverance. Many people tend to surrender to feelings of rejection, suffering and negative thoughts when they experience problems. The H

Illustration: Dr. Henry Pope tells a story of one his students who learned how to change her perspective. It seems that one young girl while attending college spotted a young man who seemed very handsome and someone she would like to get to know. One day she was sitting in the library and spotted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:97-98

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Birth Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 26, 2003

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Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one.

The Birth of Jesus Matthew 1:18-25 Matthew opens his gospel with the genealogy of Jesus. From Abraham to Joseph the births of those in the genealogy were natural births, except one. In verse 16 it is written, “Jacob was the father of Joseph the husband of Mary, by which Jesus was born, who is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Holiness

The Highest Calling Of The Church

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Feb 14, 2004

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The highest calling of the church is to reach the lost for Christ.

In view of the church today, we should ask ourselves the following questions: 1. Are we a church in a maintenance mode or a mission mode? 2. Are we tied to the dock serving as a reception center or (are we out on the seas of life serving as a rescue operation? 3. Which is greater our seating ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Dry Brook University Series

Contributed by William Morris on Mar 20, 2004

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2nd in a series of messages on the life and traing of teh Prophet Elijah

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: I Kings 17:2-7 Title: Dry Brook University (#2 Elijah) Date: March 7, 2004 Introduction: Those who have served in the military well remember Boot Camp. For many it was the first time they were away from home. It was a time of brutal discipline, unending work, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Passion Of Christ-Did It Really Happne That Way? Series

Contributed by Robbie Phillips on Mar 24, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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Answers 3 questions; Is the film true to the gospels?, Are the gospels true to history?, What do non-Biblical sources tell us?

The Passion of the Christ; did it really happen that way? Harrison Christian Church Sunday, March 7, 2004 Robbie Phillips Introduction: In a film, locations can be real, but characters can be fictitious. Or characters can be real, but fictitious themes can be added.  The film Titanic ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16, 2 Corinthians 15:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing In The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jul 19, 2004

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The story of Mary and Martha gives us a perspective on what is truly important in our lives.

Sharing In The Kingdom Of Heaven Luke 10:38-42 What pictures come to mind when you think of the story of Mary & Martha? Sibling Rivalry Jealousy Doing Vs. Being I have heard many sermons on this text, as I’m sure most of you have also. There are many twists to this very short pericope or short ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

Let The Holy Spirit Make Your Appeals More Effective

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 30, 2004

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Ten Ways to allow the Holy Spirit to make your appeals more effective.

Let the Holy Spirit Make Your Appeals More Effective (Luke 12:12-16) Illustration: George Herbert was a gifted 17th-century English poet. At one point in his life he wasn’t sure he wanted to do what God wanted him to do. Being the pastor of a church didn’t appeal to him, even though he sensed that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Aug 11, 2004

based on 68 ratings

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What would you say to a person if you were asked to describe what God is like? Would you tell the person that God is love, powerful, infinite, sovereign , and the creator of the universe? Would you ever think to say that God is good? In this message we ex

The Goodness of God Exodus 33:18-23 Have you ever been asked to describe God? What would you tell a person if you were asked to tell what God is like? Would you tell the person that God is love, powerful, infinite, sovereign, and the creator of the world? Would you ever think to say that God ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18-23, Exodus 33:18-33

Denomination: Baptist

Confidence In Christ Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Oct 18, 2004

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#1 of 4 messages from 2 Timothy. Pentecost 18C

Do you remember Lee Iacocca, former CEO of Chrysler Corporation? Some years ago, in an unprecedented act of defiance to his advisors, he became his own advertising spokesperson. His voice bellowed in radio spots; his face appeared in magazines and on television commercials. Every Chrysler ad ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Other

A Fresh Anointing

Contributed by Dan Campbell on May 5, 2003

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God has always required His people to advance, generally it is easier to retreat! God is calling Neighborhood Church to advance!

A FRESH ANOINTING God has always required His people to advance, generally it is easier to retreat! God is calling Neighborhood Church to advance! i.e. Remember the children of Israel at the Red Sea, the Egyptians were breathing down their backs, mountains on both sides and the sea before ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hero's Of The Faith Part 1

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

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This is the first sermon from the Faith hall of fame

Hebrews 11:13-16(With illusions to 11:1-12) To make sure God will not be ashamed of us for our lack of faith Introduction A. Remember a few weeks ago we had Barnabas here? By faith Barnabas left his home and went to live with his uncle to receive and education. That did not happen. So then by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Walk Worthy Of The Call

Contributed by Johnny Chase on Feb 23, 2006

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This is a short message I shared with local pastors about our calling.

Walk Worthy of the Call Intro: Thank you for the opportunity share with you today. It is humbling to speak to pastors. During my childhood and teenage years I learned love pastors, missionaries, and evangelist. Growing up in a pastors home had its pros and cons. One of my favorite things as a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1, Ephesians 4:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Just Survive,thrive

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 5, 2006

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surviving the trials of life

Intro: Illustration:Traits characteristic of the stress-prone: 1. Plans day unrealistically 2. First to arrive, last to leave 3. Always in a hurry 4. Makes no plan for relaxation 5. Feels guilty about doing anything other than work 6. Sees unforeseen problem as a setback or disaster 7. Is always ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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