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The God Of Peace And The Peace Of God Series

Contributed by Mark Christian on Jan 10, 2004

based on 18 ratings

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This is the introductory lesson of a series on being peacemakers. The series begins with THE Peacemaker, Jesus.

The Peacemaker: The God of Peace and the Peace of God Mark Christian Matthew 5:9 (NIV) 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. In the beginning of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus lists several characteristics of His true disciples. One of those characteristics is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faithful Christians, A Dying Breed

Contributed by Paul Dehaan on Jun 14, 2003

based on 69 ratings

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A great message about being faithful to the things of life.

“Faithful Christians: A Dying Breed” Daniel 6:1-4 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom an hundred and twenty princes, which should be over the whole kingdom; [2] And over these three presidents; of whom Daniel was first: that the princes might give accounts unto them, and the king should ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

My God Cannot...

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 2, 2003

based on 64 ratings

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There’s a children’s Bible song that says, “My God is so big… There’s nothing my God cannot do.” The Bible does, however, tell us that there are some things that my God cannot do. This morning as we consider these things, I believe you will see how great

MY GOD CANNOT 2 Timothy 2:13 "If we believe not, yet he abides faithful: He cannot deny himself." INTRODUCTION: There’s a children’s Bible song that says, "My God is so big… There’s nothing my God cannot do." The Bible does, however, tell us that there are some things that my God cannot do. This ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Conditions For Fellowship

Contributed by Paul George on Jul 3, 2003

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Conditions for fellowship with the Lord and others is based on conformity to a standard and confession of sins.

When John wrote this epistle the heresy of Gnosticism was making its way into the church. Among the teachings were, knowledge is superior to virtue, the nonliteral sense of Scripture is correct and can be understood only by a select few, evil in the world precludes God being the only Creator, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Mastering Our Treasures In Order To Move Forward

Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on Jul 7, 2003

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Christ has given us certain treasures that we are to maximize in order to move forward in our faith.

In this “The Parable of the Householder,” Jesus compares believers to “masters of the household.” The Lord wants us to recognize that He has placed us ‘in charge’ of our divinely-designed destiny. We are the masters of the ‘treasurers’ He has given us. Yes, God has granted us rich ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:51-53

Denomination: Baptist

Cedar Trees

Contributed by Keith Harms on Dec 11, 2000

based on 150 ratings

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A growing Christian whether a new believer or a seasoned saint is like a healthy tree – planted, nourished and fruitful.

Cedar Trees Keith Harms livingWORD Assembly of God Psalm 1:3 reads, "He shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that brings forth its fruit in its season." People who don’t want to wait 4 decades for a globe Norway maple to grow in their front yard can buy a 30-foot specimen form a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Abiding In His Rest Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

based on 108 ratings

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To walk the way of forgiveness you must learn to abide in His rest

To walk the way of forgiveness you must learn to abide in His rest. "Let us labor therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief." (Hebrews 4:11 KJV) *In order to abide in His rest, you must labor and struggle each day to enter there. You may ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:11, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Faith Has Found A Resting Place

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on May 29, 2001

based on 65 ratings

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People live their lives by faith. The question is, "Upon WHAT do you rest your faith?" This sermon (based on the hymn) answers that question.

Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved. Salvation is a word that finds its way into most religions. It is in the definition of that word that Christianity separates itself from all other so-called attempts to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12

Denomination: United Methodist

God Guides, Provides And Corrects

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

based on 26 ratings

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To lead the people to understand how the Lord guides, provides and corrects us during our journeys of faith.

Water for Thirsty Travelers Exodus 15:22-27 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how the Lord guides, provides and corrects us during our journeys of faith. Illustration:F.E. Marsh has enumerated some of God’s blessings: An acceptance that can never be questioned. (Ephesians 1:6). An ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I'll Show The World That I'm A Christian

Contributed by Mark Hodges on Jun 16, 2001

based on 47 ratings

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God intends for every Christian to experience joy in their Christian walk.

I¡¦ll Show The World That I¡¦m A Christian Philippians 2.12-13 Introduction: Remember that the theme of this book is JOY! And if there is anything we need more of its joy! Our lives should be marked by joy! You say, "Pastor, my life isn’t marked by joy. Does that mean I’m not saved?" I suppose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Living Stones Of Praise

Contributed by Bob Aubuchon on Jun 27, 2001

based on 94 ratings

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Become living stones of praise!

Luke 19:37-40 Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, 38 saying: " ’Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the LORD!’ Peace in heaven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37-40

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 Of 6: Idle Living Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jan 31, 2003

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A look at how we squander our lives and what to do about it.

Making The Most Of My Life: Six Ways We Waste Our Day Part 1 of 6: Idle Living Psalm 102:11 "My life is passing swiftly as the evening shadows." Time line of inventions 1837 - Telegraph invented 1876 - Telephone invented 1885 - 1st invented combustion automobile 1893 - 1st "movie" 1903 - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:11

Denomination: Holiness

Almost Ain't Good Enough

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Feb 2, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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I was going to "launch the shuttle of revival" today (2/2/03) With the tragic loss of the crew of Space Shuttle Columbia...I focus on how important revival is...we cannot let it become routine.

Larry C. Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net February 2, 2003 Sunday Morning Title: Almost Ain’t Good Enough Text: Acts 26:28 Introduction Have you heard the saying, "Almost ain’t good enough"? I’m not sure where it originated... but in high school, if someone said, "well, I ALMOST made ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:28

Denomination: Nazarene

Tear It Down! Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 6, 2003

based on 64 ratings

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A look at Josh and Jericho and removing obstacles in your life

TEAR IT DOWN JOSHUA 6:20-27 INTRODUCTION The story of Joshua and the city of Jericho (found in chapters 6 and 7) is one of those stories that are familiar to all of us. It is an amazing story. As I have looked at this passage, I have found some very profound spiritual lessons, but one more than ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1, Joshua 6:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Smyrna The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Dan Campbell on Feb 10, 2003

based on 51 ratings

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He was only three years old when his father died. It was of little consequence to the boy, for his father had been a killer. His mother took over the family trade and continued the boy’s education. She murdered her next husband with a dish of poisoned

THE REVELATION OF JESUS part 4 SMYRNA - THE PERSECUTED Revelation 2:8-12 He was only three years old when his father died. It was of little consequence to the boy, for his father had been a killer. His mother took over the family trade and continued the boy’s education. She murdered her ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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