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A Mile Wide And An Inch Deep Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 14, 2007

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31st in a series on Ephesians. Paul gives Christians some instruction on how to avoid a faith with no depth.

Artemus Ward, an early American humorist, once described the South Platte River in northeast Colorado as “a mile wide and an inch deep”. It would be a considerable river, he mused, if it were turned on its side. Unfortunately, Ward’s description of the South Platte River could just as easily be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Weapons Of Our Warfare Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Jan 4, 2006

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God is in a cosmic war with evil that he invites us to engage in. In Lewis’s TLTWTW we see parallels to biblical, spiritual weapons of our warfare in the gifts given to the children in Narnia: Sword, Cordial, Horn

BE121105 WAR WITH GOD 2. The Sword, Cordial and Horn (TITLE SLIDE) INTRO Samaritan’s Purse put out a story about brutal persecution going on in Southeast Asia and the Sudan. This year in the Sudan, a pastor was singled out by Muslim revolutionaries and drug behind a tank by his bound hands then ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Between The Extremes

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 5, 2006

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What is our purpose in life? What kind of worldview ought we to have?

For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Whatever It Takes To Love God Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jan 18, 2006

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Third in a series of messages on doing "whatever it takes" to grow in our walk with Jesus. This message focuses on worship.

Review: A “Whatever it Takes” Commitment: 1. Does not hold to convention 2. Is not hemmed in by circumstances 3. Does not heed convenience 4. Is not hampered by criticism 5. Does bring honor to Christ Read Psalm 95 I do whatever it takes to love God when I… (Note: The first letters of the points ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Where's Your Heart? Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Jan 8, 2007

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An inward look at the condition of our hearts.

Where’s My Heart? Spiritual Heart Surgery Mark 7:1-8 Morris, the loudmouth mechanic, was removing the cylinder heads from the motor of a car when he spotted a famous heart surgeon who was standing off to the side, waiting for the service manager to come take a look at his Mercedes. Morris ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Culture Of Acceptance Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Dec 7, 2006

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Helping the church to make up her mind to reach those who are not yet already convinced about the gospel.

A Culture of Acceptance 12-3-06 New Series: Creating a New Culture… in the Church 1 Cor. 3:6-7 I am indebted to John Burke’s book, “No Perfect People Allowed” for many of the basic ideas expressed in this series. It’s a great read! Intro. Have you ever noticed ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Glory To God In The Highest Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Dec 9, 2006

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The long awaited Glory of God has been promised throughout history, and in Bethlehem it is begun with the birth of a Baby.

GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST 1. Happy Holidays? What is that all about? I want you to be happy this holiday? So the question that I have to ask, is what are you happy about? 2. Are you happy that you are going to have lots of presents under the tree. Is this the time of the year that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parenting - A Calling That Is Not For Cowards Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Dec 18, 2006

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Be a great Parent! It does not require that you spend $thousands, go exotic places, or do wild things. But it demands lots of wisdom (which God freely provides to those who ask Him for it), great courage, and tons of stamina. Take these three w

Parenting - a calling that is not for cowards Parents - I want to talk to you this morning. I feel a little like the man who reportedly said, “Before I was married I had three theories about raising children. Now I have three children and no theories.” Ever feel that way? More times than I want ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Word Series

Contributed by David Welch on Nov 11, 2006

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First of 48 messages from John. Introductory remarks and Jesus as the word

Chico Alliance Church “The Word” Introduction The new fad these days sports the letter W.W.J.D. The letters stand for “What Would Jesus Do” This is not new at all. A whole wave rushed through the church years ago generated from the book “In His Steps” whose whole focus was doing what Jesus did. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Developing A Passion For Becoming Like Christ Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 31, 2005

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Third message in a series about the five purposes of the church. This message is a call for believers to become disciples.

Developing a Passion for Becoming Like Christ Various Scriptures January 30, 2005 Introduction We’ve been talking these last few weeks about developing a passion for the things of God. Two weeks ago we talked about developing a passion for honoring God. Last week we talked about developing a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

Order In The Church! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 1, 2005

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We are to build faith in one another.

ORDER IN THE CHURCH I Corinthians 14:26-40 S: Worship C: Understanding, not confusion Th: Orderly Worship Pr: WE ARE TO BUILD FAITH IN ONE ANOTHER. ?: How? How do we do that? KW: Need TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 14:26-40 five specifications that will direct our worship toward ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

How Did Jesus Select His First Disciples?

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

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How you can select disciples for the long haul, who produce into the fourth generation, and will preserve the gospel without alteration or addition.

Today, many people think discipleship is only for the few, the brave, the select, but this is not the Master’s attitude. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking Back, Planning Ahead

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 23, 2004

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In preparation for the new year we must look back, but also plan ahead.

INTRO.- ILL.- Someone came up with these humorous observations or insights about life. 1) A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand. 2) I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food. 3) If it weren’t for STRESS I’d have no energy at all. 4) Whatever hits the fan will not be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Prostitute Your Body – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Mar 7, 2006

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Achieving Good Health in 2006

21For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22But if I am to live on in the flesh, this will mean fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which to choose. 23But I am hard-pressed from both directions, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better; 24yet to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing To Build Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 20, 2009

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Even though David was not allowed to build the temple he threw his effort behind making preparations and inspiring Solomon for the work. David provides a good example for us as we seek to inspire our children to serve the Lord.

Introduction: A. Let’s begin with some statements from some great visionaries. 1. In 1859, Edwin L. Drake tried to enlist some drillers to help with his proposal to drill for oil. They said to him, “Drill for oil? You mean drill into the ground to try and find oil? You’re crazy.” 2. In 1899, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 22:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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