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Going For 'the Gold'

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 9, 2012

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Are you in the fight as a contestant, or are you on the sidelines as an observer? The contestant pursues for the prize (Gold medal) whereas the observer just watches others receiving the prize but himself / herself doesn’t attain anything.

Opening illustration: Show a video of 2 events during the 2012 World Olympic in London. Do you ever consider the Christian walk to be difficult, like it is always an uphill climb? Maybe you’re doing okay, but does there still seem a long way to go? Perhaps you have even become weary and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Restoring Balance To Our Hurried Lives. Part 3

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Nov 23, 2012

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This sermon looks at what is the most important thing in our lives.

Restoring Balance to our Hurried Lives. WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN LIFE. # 3 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13. Ps. 39:4. Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Ps. 90:12. Teach us to make the most of our time. 1. THE FIRST GOAL OF LIFE IS LOVE FOR GOD. 1 Cor. 14:1a. Let love be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparing To Run Series

Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jan 12, 2011

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A person don't just decide the day before a Marathon to run! They have to train, keep their focus, and not look back. The Christian has to have the same desire to train and RUN!

Introduction Define Marathon: An endurance race that pushes a runner to their limits. READ I CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 I. Ready to Train (v.24-25) A. Some Christians view the Church as a spectator sport! We get comfortable and watch the show. B. Others believe God will train ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

State Of The Church - 2010

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 3, 2010

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The first of the year message proposing a change in the way we approach the work of this church.

State of the Church – 2010 Matthew 22:34-40 * Each year at this time my thoughts return to the words of Peter Drucker, the business guru, who always asked business owners 2 questions: “What business are you in?” and “How’s Business?” This is a great pair of questions for the church today. As I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

Connected, Like It Or Not

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 9, 2009

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Baptist Heritage Sunday: broad as we are, we can stay together if we live out our understanding of soul competence and if we focus on missions and evangelism.

I want to introduce you to the least exclusive club in the world. A club so open that anybody can get in, whether they qualify or not, although the club says it has high standards for membership. It is a club so broad in its social standings that it has included the lowest of the low and the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Decide Daily How To Live Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 26, 2009

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Everyday we have a choice as Christians to live as God changed us (seated in the heavenly realms with Christ) or live like the way we used to as enemies of God.

This morning, we are to worship God with songs, prayer, His Word, our offerings, and with our fellowship. For Christians, to be in church on a Sunday morning is the thing to do; But, what about later today or tomorrow? How will we really live? We live our lives without really asking that question, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Way We Were, Pt 7 Hardship Enduring Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Oct 28, 2009

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Christian don’t come with auto focus. To endure overcome hardship we must fix our focus on what really matters. you can also listen at www.preaching.co.nr

Church as it was meant to be, chose to endure hardship. They chose to endure hardship not because they didn’t have a choice, they could have walked away from the Church at any time, as many did, and gone back to the way life was before Jesus. They chose to endure hardship because they were focused ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Changing Your World Series

Contributed by Greg Surratt on Nov 4, 2009

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The thought and desire to be a difference-maker is hardwired into us by our Creator. God wants us to make a difference wherever we are. That’s why, when we do, there is such a huge payoff.

Hey, have you ever just kind of stopped and thought or had the thought go through your mind...I wonder if my life really makes a difference? I wonder if what I do really matters. You know, usually it’s on a birthday that we have those thoughts, isn’t it? Like when you turn the big 3-0, or 4-0, or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

May I Have Your Attention Please?

Contributed by Trent Ogilvie on Jul 29, 2010

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What does God have to do to get your attention?

This is the most distracted we have ever been as a people. There are things happening all around us that cause us to stop one thing to deal with another. We have a cell phone in one hand and a steering wheel in the other, while we wave at the person as we pass by. There are signs everywhere that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:5-23

Denomination: Methodist

"What Must We Do, To Be Doing The Works Of God?”

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Jul 29, 2009

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What does it mean to do the works of God? It’s not works, it’s one work... to believe in Christ. The Good News is that even belief is a gift from God!

Sermon 080209 John 6:22-35; Exodus 16:2-15 Anne and I live in one of those lucky households in America that is blessed with the presence of both cat and dog. Two cats to be exact. I say blessed because we get to witness two very different approaches to the world from each of these animals. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-35, Exodus 16:2-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Back To The Future Series

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Jul 19, 2008

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Final message at a church...helping people focus on the future.

INTRO>In 1985, Michael J. Fox, played the part of teenager Marty McFly, and Christopher Lloyd starred as Dr. Emmit Brown, a weird scientist who invented a time machine placed inside a remodeled DeLourian. Produced by Stephen Spielberg, “Back To the Future,” won the oscars for best effects and best ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

First Love Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 20, 2011

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No matter how many and good the works you do for the church, if Jesus is not at the center of them you are missing the target.

Have you ever been in love? Remember back to those first dizzy days. Nothing else really mattered, did it, beyond when you would see your sweetheart next. Spending time with him or her was the most important thing in your life. Did you rush through chores to be ready earlier, or linger in front ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Saved By Your Ears

Contributed by John Perry on Nov 10, 2010

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What we hear will one day either save us or condemn us ...... The Bible says that we will literally be saved by our ears!

Bunbury Wed pm 10/11/2010 “Saved by your ears” Intro: A 6 year old boy gives us the introduction to our text this morning by virtue of an incredible thing that happened to him – his life was saved by his ears!!! *** A SIX-YEAR-OLD Chinese boy was left dangling by his ears eight ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Handwriting On The Wall

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Jan 24, 2010

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Lessons from the Pityful party of Belshazzar, interpreted by Daniel

The Handwriting on the Wall Daniel 5:1-31 One of the most well known phrases from the Bible comes from our text. In business, sports, and just in life, everyone seems to know what the phrase, “The handwriting on the wall” means. Before we read Daniel 5, I wonder how many of us could ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of Remembering

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

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The Bible encourages us to continue to make a difference in the world around us and to leave a lasting legacy behind.

The Art of Remembering Hebrews 12:1-4 Intro: Tomorrow we will be celebrating Memorial Day and many of you have made plans for the day. Maybe a picnic or going to a parade. Maybe a big party or just a quiet afternoon with family. Maybe you’re just going to enjoy that extra day off of work. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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