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Making Sense Of The Mess In Israel And The Middle East

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 3, 2002

based on 99 ratings

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An attempt to clarify the details of the murky situation in Israel and the Middle East.

[This message was written during the unrest in Israel during the spring of 2002.] Our Goal: “Being aware of the situation when you ‘pray for the peace of Jerusalem.’” The Two Major Combatants: 1. Israel. - almost exclusively Jewish. - the vast majority of its people ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Family Faith Transfer: The Youngest Child (Lesson 7)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

based on 26 ratings

| 2,594 views

Series: Family Faith Transfer

A. INTRODUCTION: I SAMUEL 16:1-23 Much is said about the eldest son, and in some occurrence’s the second born son (Jacob), but what about a much younger child, or the last-born? 1. John Wesley, 16th child. 2. Cinderella. Had two older sisters. 3.Ben Franklin. He had nine brothers and seven ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Adjusting Our Focus

Contributed by Tony Fox on Feb 21, 2003

based on 14 ratings

| 5,428 views

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

Leaving Troubles Behind In A World Full Of Them

Contributed by Jason Eastridge on Mar 7, 2003

based on 29 ratings

| 5,014 views

this message was written to encourage our church, while urging them that they must put their troubles behind them.

Leaving Troubles Behind In A World Full Of Them John 14:1-7 Introduction: Background: John is writing to new Christians and is searching non-Christians. The key purpose of the book of John is to prove conclusively that Jesus is the Son of God and that all who believe in Him will have eternal ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"When God Comes To Town"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 17, 2002

based on 31 ratings

| 5,891 views

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Advent.

Luke 1:26-38,46-56 “When God Comes To Town” God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth to speak to a young virgin named Mary. “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” And what was Mary’s response? It was a very human response... ...she was both troubled and stricken with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: United Methodist

Stewards Of The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Donald Carpenter on Jan 11, 2003

based on 25 ratings

| 4,479 views

As we continue studying James chapter1, we find the author shifting a bit from what God does not do to the things that God does do for us. We also will receive some strong instruction on what we are to do with these great gifts from above.

Stewards Of The Goodness Of God James 1:17-27 Introduction: The Book of James is a very down-to-earth epistle. So far in our study we have seen some very practical advise on how to view trials and how to resist temptation. God has used this New Testament author to redirect our thinking. We ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Calling?

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jan 12, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 5,487 views

Who are the Elis and Philips in our lives? Do we realise that God calls us often through the least likely of people and circumstances?

Sermon for 2 Epiphany, Yr B 19/01/2003 Based on I Sam 3:1-10 & Jn 1:43-51 “Who is Calling?” By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson This Sunday I want to begin by complimenting the international ecumenical committee for their wisdom and inspiration in selecting the biblical passages that they did—since ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gift Of Interpretation Of Tongues Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

based on 57 ratings

| 8,197 views

The gift of interpretation of tongues is the least gift of all the utterance gifts because it has to depend upon another gift in order for it to operate. It cannot function unless the gift of tongues has been in operation.

By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:7-10 - "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:12, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: *other

How To Restore Another

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 12, 2002

based on 91 ratings

| 5,177 views

The Spirit controlled person can help restore the erring individual. (Gal. 6:1,2)

How to Restore Another The Spirit controlled person can help restore the erring individual. (Gal. 6:1,2) Illustration:A few years ago, an angry man rushed through the Rijks Museum in Amsterdam until he reached Rembrandt’s famous painting "Nightwatch." Then he took out a knife and slashed it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hook, Line And Sinker

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Jul 10, 2001

based on 191 ratings

| 8,497 views

This sermon, based upon James 1:13-18 clearly sets forth how we can win over temptation.

James 1:13-18 "Hook, Line and Sinker" By Pastor Mark Hiehle There is almost nothing like it in the world. To see the eyes and expression on a little boy’s face the very first time he experiences it. Little boys dream about it. Old men still tell about it with great excitement ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Nazarene

#3perspective:personalities Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 8, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 4,623 views

Today the perspective of great personalities as spiritual stars could be dangerous.

#3 Perspective: Personalities. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Part#3 of 4. TEXT: Philippians 3:3 ... and have no confidence in the flesh." Matthew 19:30 But many that are first shall be last; AND THE LAST SHALL BE FIRST. We are pondering perspectives or view points and how these ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3, Matthew 19:30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To, Love, Honor & Cherish Part 1

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Sep 19, 2004

based on 16 ratings

| 2,175 views

3 Part sermon, viewing the paralells of husband and wife to Jesus and His Bride.

To, Love, Honor & Cherish Part 1. Eph 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, even as Christ also loved the church, and gave himself up for it; How many remember their wedding vows? Remember the preacher saying to each; To, Love, Honor & Cherish? I would like to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Our Words

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Sep 27, 2004

based on 75 ratings

| 15,061 views

to encourage the congregation to use their words to build others up.

The Power of Our Words Ephesians 4:29-32 Primary Purpose: To encourage the congregation to use their words to build others up. In his book “The Weight of Your Words” author Joseph Stowell tells the following story: "My junior high school had scheduled its annual operatic production. Talented ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

When Light Is Conquered By Darkness - Part 1 Of 4 Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 12, 2004

based on 31 ratings

| 6,364 views

In the Book of Judges, there were two most prominent Judges, namely Gideon and Samson, 3 chapters were devoted to Gideon but 4 chapters to Samson. Samson was a very INTRIGUING CHARACTER to study, he was physically strong but he was morally weak.

When LIGHT is conquered by Darkness - I. INTRODUCTION The Bible tells us that as we believe and follow Jesus Christ, who is the light of the world, we have become lights of the world (Mat 5:14). As we follow the Lord Jesus, we shall not walk in darkness, and shall have the light of life (John ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love That Connects I Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Nov 8, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 2,881 views

Most Americans cannot fathom a group of unrelated people of different age groups, classes, and cultures with differing talents and interests who have been glued together by a common faith in Jesus Christ. But this kind of bond -- the kind God wants a chu

Love that Connects, (I) (Romans 12:9-12) 1. This past week, Hannah had a little trouble with her car…..it would grind when she turned…..thought to check the power steering fluid….. 2. One of our friends in the Chicago area is terrible about maintaining things…..older car…out of oil….burned out ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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