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"Developing Patience When There Is No Patience" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 15, 2005

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What to do about all of the hassles and abrasive people that come into our life. How to develop patience when there is no patience in sight.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 21, 2005 “Developing Patience When There is No Patience” James 1:1-4 II Peter 1:4-8 INTRODUCTION: We would all like to be able to sing the song, “Oh what a beautiful morning, Oh what a beautiful day, Oh what a beautiful morning, everything’s going my ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Being Part Of A Praying Church

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 17, 2006

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Here at Crane Eater our mission statement is Love, Prayer and Grace. I thank God that our mission statement isn’t just a statement, but it’s the biggest reason good things are happening here! Simply put, “Prayer means you are talking to the creator.

Being a Part of a Praying Church Text: Acts 12:1-17 1 Now about that time Herod the king stretched out his hand to harass some from the church. 2 Then he killed James the brother of John with the sword. 3 And because he saw that it pleased the Jews, he proceeded further to seize Peter ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Family's Foundation Series

Contributed by Dennis Cummins on Oct 18, 2006

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This sermon includes a video illistration which we can email you upon request for free. This can be viewed on Itunes podcast or Video cast under ExperienceChurch.tv or viewed online at www.experiencechurch.tv.

The Foundation of Functioning Family’s At the end of their first date, a young man takes the girl back to her home. Emboldened by the night, he decides to try for that important first kiss. With an air of confidence, he leans with his hand against the wall and, smiling, he says to her, "Darling, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:11-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Busy Or Busybody Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2005

based on 16 ratings

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II Thess #3: Work is worthy; and those who don’t work get into trouble or cause trouble

Busy, or Busybody II Thessalonians 3 SCRIPTURE READING: II Thessalonians 3:6-13 INTRODUCTION: This is the last sermon in a series from the book of II Thessalonians. It’s a short series because it’s a short book: just 3 chapters. II Thessalonians is the second letter to the Church in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeps On Ticking

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on Apr 28, 2007

based on 11 ratings

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endurance is the key to success

Takes a licking and keeps on ticking Talk about quitting. How easy it has become in our generation to just quit. Marriage, Job, life, walk with God. Continue from the last days. We learned of the wars, and rumors of wars. The U.S. alone is now in the middle of at least 3 major conflicts. For ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Charismatic

Church Is The Place To Be

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Oct 28, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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How to enjoy life in Christ

CHURCH IS THE PLACE TO BE "Joy No Matter What" One does not have to ignore the difficulties in order to be joyful. One only has to decide that you will not let them get you down. One can live this day with joy, even though there may be no objective grounds for being joyful. Joy is its own best ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:36-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pleasing God

Contributed by Dylan Potter on Jul 18, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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The duty and privilege of all believers is to please God.

Pleasing God I am not sure when or how the idea got started, but somewhere along the line some of us have accepted the idea that serving God is primarily about denying ourselves of pleasure…..in order to follow rules. I believe that the Bible teaches that Christianity is not about following a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal (Pt. 1) Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003

based on 31 ratings

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Jesus is working through His church to bring salvation to a lost generation.

Seven Reasons Why Going To Church Is A Big Deal 3 Part Series (1 of 3) June 22, 2003 Chester, FBC Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Clara Null asked her granddaughter how she liked her first trip to the circus. The little girl said, "Oh, Granny! If you ever went ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Confession

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jul 18, 2002

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What was the ’rock’ that Jesus promised to build His church upon? What does ’the gates of Hell’ mean? These are just two of the questions answered in this exegesis of Matthew 16:13-19.

The Great Confession An Exegesis Of Mathew 16:13-19 Introduction 1. After the miracle of feeding four-thousand people with seven loaves and a few little fish (Matthew 15:32-38), Jesus and His disciples came to Magdala (Matthew 16:39). a. It was in Magdala that the Pharisees and Sadducees asked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A God Big Enough To Save You From Yourself

Contributed by Daniel Richins on Aug 24, 2002

based on 117 ratings

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No matter what condition your life is in, you can be made whole, because there’s a God big enough to save you from yourself.

John 5:7-8, 14 Jonah 1:11-12, 17 I. Dismal Life Of Paralytic A. found at Pool of Bethesda – “house of grace and mercy” B. Must have resided near the Pool – probably crawled there daily C. He would wait for the angel to trouble the waters D. He had no one to help him to the water, but yet he would ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15, Jonah 1:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Communication

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 2, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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Principles of effective communication.

Every one of us needs to know how to effectively communicate. Our relationships depend on it. One of the most tremendous communicators in history was the Apostle Paul. Our Scripture text today gives us several insights into how we too can become effective in this strategic area of our lives. 1. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Rest In God

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 3, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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In our busy lives, intentional times of rest are sacred and essential for spiritual and emotional health.

From African colonial history comes this interesting tale: In the deep jungles of Africa, a traveler was making a long trip. Native porters had been engaged from a tribe to carry the loads. The first day they marched rapidly and went far. The traveler had high hopes of a speedy journey. But the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus - "I Offer True Joy" Series

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 27, 2003

based on 26 ratings

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We tend to look for happiness and joy in the wrong places. This sermon considers some of the hopeless ways we seek joy, comparing them to the true joy offered by Christ.

2003 Christmas Series JESUS "I OFFER TRUE JOY" Hope Christian Church December 28, 2993 Dr. David L. Haun CHRISTMAS - GOOD FOR HEALTH. According to Dr. Harry Sands, director of the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health in New York, the Christmas season can be an emotional pressure valve for us. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-11, John 15:22-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Road Construction Ahead! Series

Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Dec 27, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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John the Baptist brings the word of the Lord: There’s Road Construction ahead! This is a sermon for Advent 2, Year B.

“Over the river and through the woods, to grandmother’s house we go!” Although this isn’t a Christmas song, it certainly highlights two elements that play such a big part of many people’s holiday celebrations: traveling, and family. Our first and deepest memories of Christmas are often tied up in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11, Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

The Breath Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 9, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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1st of 5 messages on John 3-4: Birth is an extreme event. It is a dramatic, traumatic, and radical happening and it changes your life immediately and forever!

From Mortal to Immortal A Study of John 3-4 The Breath of God – John 3:1-8 Circle of Life – John 3:9-21 Accepting God’s Plan – John 3:22-36 Satisfying Water – John 4:1-26 Pleasing Food – John 4:27-42 Birth Birth is an extreme event. It is a dramatic, traumatic, and radical happening and it ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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