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Paul's Greeting To The Philippians

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 11, 2019

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Philippians 1:1-2 shows us the background for Paul's letter to the Philippians.

Scripture Several months ago, I gave the elders a list of suggestions for sermon topics. We each chose the ones we thought were important to address for our church, and then we ranked them. Some of the evening sermons this past year were topics that came out of that discussion. One topic ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-2

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Just Like My Dad (A Father's Day Sermon On The Prodigal Son)

Contributed by James Jackson on Jun 16, 2025

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In the Parable of the Prodigal Son (which is really the Parable of the Loving Father) we get a picture of how our heavenly Father loves us.

Good morning, and Happy Father’s Day! Please turn in (or turn on) your copy of God’s Word and scroll to Luke 15. While you’re turning there, I want to share some photos with you. This past Wednesday, JonWorth encouraged our students to dress like their dad. And the results were hilarious. (Show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

What Are Some Of The Considerations We Should Make In Relating To People Of Different Economic Classes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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The following are some Biblical solutions for overcoming the problems involved in relating to different people of different ECONOMIC CLASSES: 1.

The following are some Biblical solutions for overcoming the problems involved in relating to different people of different ECONOMIC CLASSES: 1. Ask for the Lord's help in overcoming any tendency to show favoritism to your own people. James wrote, "My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Songs Of Christmas

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 22, 2004

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The angels--a song of glory; Simeon--a song of promise; Mary--a song of trust

The Songs of Christmas…a Christmas Eve Candlelight Service Meditation—Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts One of my favorite things about Christmas is the music. I love Christmas songs. My favorite thing to do at Christmas is to sit in the living room with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Congregational

Undeniable God Centered, God Powered, God Miraculous!

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jul 23, 2003

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How God uses ordinary people to perform miracles.

I admit that more times than not, I have stood in this position confessing my favorite scripture passages, but beyond a shadow of a doubt, this is one of my very favorites. This story is undeniably God centered, God powered, God miraculous! Jesus Christ takes what little we have…a simple lunch ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-21, 2 Kings 4:42-44

Denomination: *other

Whom Are You Inviting To Thanksgiving Dinner?

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on Nov 23, 2008

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This message speaks to us becoming givers, rather than just takers...

This week is a big week for many families. You’ve been making plans. You’ve invited family over - or maybe you are traveling to see them. The kids will be out of school. Chances are, most of us will do pretty much the same thing. We’ll gather, cook, eat, and rest - with some football thrown in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Travis Jarrett on Oct 19, 2009

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Part 6 of 7 in our teaching series, "TRUE RELIGION" For more information, email info@newsongs.org or visit www.newsongs.org

To watch/listen to this message online go to www.newsongs.org or contact info@newsongs.org. **NOTE: THIS IS A CONCEPT OUTLINE FOR THIS MESSAGE. GRAPHICS AND MULTIMEDIA ARE AVAILABLE TO SUPPORT THIS SERIES. :: Powerful Words • Words indicate our direction • Words create or destroy life in ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: *other

Thanks For Everything Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 7, 2016

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We always have a choice of how we respond when things go wrong. Why not thank the One who is always right, even when our circumstances seem wrong, who is always good, even when circumstances are bad.

Day 26 Ephesians 5:20 always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. For a discussion of the benefits of being thankful please see the message in this series on Ephesians 5:4. Today, please notice the emphasis of this exhortation to thankfulness. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: *other

Praise Him! Praise Him! Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Nov 10, 2014

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1. Where We Are To Praise 2. What we Are To Praise 3. How Are We To Praise 4. whom We Are To Praise 5. Why Praise The Lord

- Fanny Crosby (1820-1915 was probably the most prolific hymnist in history. Though blinded by an incompetent doctor at six weeks of age, she wrote over 8,000 hymns. About her blindness, she said: It seemed intended by the blessed providence of God that I should be blind all my life, and I thank ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Paul The Pattern (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jan 16, 2013

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The apostle Paul was a sinner like everyone else, yet his life is said to be a pattern to those who believe on Christ. How is Paul a pattern to us today?

Paul the Pattern (Part 1) Introduction 1. Many people today are looking for someone to pattern their life after. Teens try to dress and act like their favorite singer, ladies imitate the hair styles of Hollywood, men attempt to look like their favorite T.V. or sports star. 2. But who could be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:16

Denomination: Bible Church

Hey, You Have Dirt On Your Face! Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 15, 2017

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observance of Ash Wednesday

HEY, YOU HAVE DIRT ON YOUR FACE! Genesis 3:19 This Wednesday, we begin the church season of Lent, a time of reflection as we wait for the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. This forty days begin after Shrove Tuesday, a day when we stuff our faces and tummies with all the sweets and our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19

Denomination: Episcopal

The Sonship Names Of Jesus Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

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The Sonship Names of Jesus

A. INTRODUCTION 1. The Father’s favorite name for Jesus is Son (Ps. 2:7). 2. Jesus always referred to the First Person in the Trinity as Father, except on the cross. 3. There are 19 Sonship names of Jesus: a. The Son of the Highest – Luke 16:22 b. The Carpenter’s Son – Matt. 13:55 c. The Son ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:7

Denomination: Baptist

"When ‘bad Luck’ Knocks Us Down” Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 4, 2023

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The story of Joseph being sold into slavery provides a compelling example of moments when it seems like "bad luck" has come our way when God may be up to something else.

WHY DID THAT HAPPEN? There are moments when we feel like bad luck knocked us down. - We will get into the specifics that this passage details as we go through the sermon, but this is obviously a passage with some “just-so-happened” moments. - To use the common vernacular, someone might say, “Oh, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:12-36

Denomination: Baptist

Disobey Your Mother

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 4, 2022

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In case you have not figured it out, my message today is not actually: Disobey Your Mother. Not completely anyway. I would like to leave you with a principle from this passage that I believe is a needed word for our day: Be careful to whom you listen and to whom you obey.

DISOBEY YOUR MOTHER GENESIS 27:1-45 #mothersday2022 INTRODUCTION Today is Mother’s Day which is a Sunday where ever since 1907 folks gather and focus on the importance and impact of mothers. Today we are focusing on mothers, but we are also thinking about obedience to mothers. Obedience to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:1-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mourning Shall Be Comforted Series

Contributed by J. Richard Lord, Jr. on Mar 18, 2002

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How Jesus comforts us and teaches us to cope with the "losses" of life.

(Sermon #4 of the Sermon on the Mount Series) J. Richard Lord, Jr. Parkview Church of the Nazarene The Mourning Shall Be Comforted Matthew 5:4 It is a fact of life that at some point in our lifetime we will be faced with loss. Loss of jobs, loss of property, loss of loved ones, even loss of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Holiness

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