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The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

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I want us to take some time to gaze upon this shepherd of ours, and I want to talk with you for a little while about some of the traits that He has.

Have you ever heard or participated in a discussion about which animal humans are most like? Scientists have often tried to liken us with other animals. Lab tests for different medicines and immunizations are performed on rats and mice since their bodily functions are similar to humans. We’ve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:3

Denomination: Holiness

Narnia - Just Call Me Edmund

Contributed by Robert Fox on Dec 20, 2005

based on 12 ratings

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We probably all identify with the nobler characters in this movie - Noble Peter, Loyal Lucy, Steadfast Susan. But in reality, we are all Edmund. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

[NARNIA – JUST CALL ME EDWARD] Slide Graphics – picture of Lucy standing by lamppost, picture of C.S. Lewis Slide Text – “There are no ordinary people. You have never talked to a mere mortal. Natures, cultures, arts, civilizations – these are mortal, and their life is to ours as the life of a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Believing The Impossible Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 18, 2005

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Faith is believing the impossible.

The Physics of Faith: Believing the Impossible 03.24.05 Pastor Mark Batterson This evotional continues The Physics of Faith series. To check out old evotionals, visit the evotional archive @ www.theaterchurch.com. Oliver Wendell Holmes said, “A mind stretched by a new idea never returns to its ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 15:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Coming Into Focus Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Oct 25, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Launch sermon in a series through the book of Nehemiah exploring the pursuit of God’s vision for our lives. Sermon addresses the birthing of vision, and the connection of concern to vision.

(Visual Aids - Placed a large pile of rocks on the stage, simulating wall rubble. Picked up rocks, and dropped them during message illustration of the rocks of life.) What a great time of year! This is by far my favorite time of year in Central Kentucky. I love the cooler temperatures. I love ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Resurrection In The Present Tense Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 10, 2005

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Part II in a series of "Dumb Questions" Jesus’ opponents asked in Matt 22. Dumb not becuase of the information, but becuase they revealed the false assumptions about Jesus in the questioner’s minds...

Title: Resurrection in the Present Tense FCF: The power of the Resurrection, revealed b the Scripture, is power for living now. I. Intro: What question would you ask Jesus? a. My name is a question mark (Mi – ca – el) b. Sitting in the Starbucks talking with Jesus c. (May want to address, “why no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-32

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: Into The Wardrobe Series

Contributed by D Worth Carson on Dec 1, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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This is an Advent Sermon on Narnia for the 1st week of Advent.

Into the Wardrobe Luke 2:25-32 Outline The feeling that most characterizes American life is boredom. Regaining our lost sense of wonder. 1. The first requirement is to: Stop. Look. Listen. Stop. In our hurry we miss the wonder God has for us. Look. Those who can truly see can enjoy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Choosing The Correct Carrier Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Sep 3, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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1st message in an 8 week series on the Lord’s Prayer. This one deals with the phrase: "Our Father in Heaven..."

“Can You Hear Me Now? Good!” - Week 1 “CHOOSING THE CORRECT CARRIER” MATTHEW 6:9a & GALATIANS 4:6-7 INTRODUCTION TO THE SERIES: Like millions of others, I have a cell phone. In fact, our family uses them almost exclusively for our long distance needs, which comes in handy with two of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian Church

How To Minister To The Minister

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on Sep 27, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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A message for the church that relates to ministering to those who teach us God’s Word every week.

“How to Minister to the Minister” (I Timothy 5:17-25) Well, this morning we are continuing in our series from the Pastoral Epistles we are calling “Footsteps of the Faithful.” Now let me recap some of what’s been covered in this series of messages. In chapter one we talked about the church and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

Living As A Citizen Of Heaven On Earth

Contributed by Jess Bousa on Oct 10, 2005

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Christians must understand their roles as citizens of Heaven here on earth so that they can maximize their full potential as one who is called to spread the gospel to the ends of the earth!

Joel Osteen writes in his book a true story about a famous golfer who was invited by the king of Saudi Arabia to play in a golf tournament. He accepted the invitation, and the king flew his private jet over to the United States to pick up the pro. They played golf for several days, and enjoyed a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Witnesses Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 11, 2003

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In this sermon the pastor assumes the charcter of Peter and tells the ressurrection story from Peter’s perspective. The pastor’s wife embellishes the story from Mary Magdalene’s point of view.

Witnesses of the Resurrection 3-31-02 I. Peter’s Story(1) Good morning. My name is Peter. Some people call me Simon but I prefer Peter. Since I was in the area and since it is Easter morning Pastor Tow asked me to share with you my eyewitness account of the resurrection of Jesus. It was ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8, John 20:19-25

Denomination: Charismatic

Relatives!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 30, 2005

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John The Baptist - Jesus strange relitave

Relatives! Mark 1:1-8 We are quickly approaching the days when people will travel to be with family. Some houses will be packed. The Roads and airports will be full of people willing to spend time, energy and money to be with loved ones. It all sound great doesn’t it. Family getting together. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

Discovery Of The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 13, 2009

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The secret of contentment is found in a personal relationship with the living Christ who loves us and who is able to gives adequate strength to cope with life in spite of our circumstances.

DISCOVERY OF THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT Philippians 4:7-13 Proposition: The secret of contentment is found in a personal relationship with the living Christ who loves us and who is able to gives adequate strength to cope with life in spite of our circumstances. Objective: My purpose is to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Vision Of The Glorified Christ"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jul 22, 2009

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John, who had known Jesus well, falls down as dead at the sight of his glorified Lord. This should cause us awe and wonder.

“I, John, your brother and fellow partaker in the tribulation and kingdom and perseverance which are in Jesus, was on the island called Patmos because of the word of God and the testimony of Jesus. 10 I was in the Spirit on the Lord’s day, and I heard behind me a loud voice like the sound of a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-20

Denomination: Orthodox

God Was With Him Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 11, 2010

based on 56 ratings

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Why did God allow Joseph to suffer as he did? Why not show his love for this great hero of the faith by removing him from all the difficulties of life?

OPEN: When I was taking my kids home from King’s Island (an amusement park in southern Ohio) yesterday we were listening to a Country Music station that was playing a popular song by a group named “Ricochet”. The song told the story of a man who was sitting in church when he noticed a young woman ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Activating A Seared Conscience Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 26, 2010

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In this lesson we see the wrong way Joseph's brothers dealt with their guilt, and we learn the right way to handle guilt through God's remedy.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a man who entered a high class restaurant, bought a drink and then immediately threw it into the waiter’s face. 1. Quickly grabbing a napkin, he helped the waiter dry his face while he apologized with great remorse. 2. “I'm so sorry,” he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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