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  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Don't Be Led Astray

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 1, 2019
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    Third sermon in Galatians series entitled "True Freedom"

    “DON’T BE LED ASTRAY” Galatians 3:1-14 INTRO – Our purpose as a church is to “Develop Devoted Disciples.” This must be the driving motivation for everything we do in every area of our church: - In every age-group: preschool ministry, children’s ministry, youth & college ministry, ministry to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Recognizing Christ In The Word And Sacrament

    Contributed by Michael Pahls on Apr 10, 2001
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    Presents the narrative of the disciples walk to Emmaus as a perpetual template for the experience of the resurrected Christ as his presence is manifested in the proclamation of the Word and in the celebration of the Eucharist.

    RECOGNIZING CHRIST IN THE WORD AND SACRAMENT Luke 24:13-35 INTRO. THE MOVIE IS NEVER AS GOOD AS THE BOOK I would like to begin my remarks this morning by reflecting on a phenomena that is in many ways unique to our modern culture. A couple of years ago a friend suggested to me that I read a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ron Murphy avatar

    The True Gospel Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Oct 19, 2006
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    So many of us pervert the simple gospel of salvation by faith alone. Pauls describes the "True Gospel" in Galatians 3. (Continues the 3:16 series.

    Introduction I. Our base verse this week is found in Galatians 3:16. A. 16 Now the promises were spoken to Abraham and to his seed. He does not say, “And to seeds,” as referring to many, but rather to one, And to your seed,” that is, Christ B. The motivation for the writing of these words ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Improving Your Vision Series

    Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Dec 11, 2010
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    Your world view will determine what you do. It will give shape to how you live in this world. Our world view forms our character.

    IMPROVING YOUR VISION Talking and Listening to God -- Part 3 Isaac Butterworth December 12, 2010 Matthew 7:24-27 (NIV) 24 ‘Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. 25 The rain came down, the streams ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Good Fathering In These Times

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Jul 28, 2017
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    This is a challenging age to be a good father in. Let's do this to God's glory!

    On Being Fathers in These Times Pastor Eric J. Hanson: 2017 Here in the Western World, it is no secret that Fatherhood has been under siege for many years now. Many people do not remember a time when Fathers were honored in everyday life. It was not always this way. In previous eras, Respect for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Galatians & Thessalonians: Faith In Jesus, Encouragement For Trials, & The End Times

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Sep 24, 2021
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    The message of the book of Galatians is very clear: You are saved by faith in Jesus Christ, not by obeying the works of the law.

    “A duck hunter was with a friend in the wide-open land of southeastern Georgia. Far away on the horizon he noticed a cloud of smoke. Soon he could hear crackling as the wind shifted. He realized the terrible truth; a brushfire was advancing, so fast they couldn't outrun it. Rifling through his ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Untouchables – Homosexuality Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
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    Sermon examining the biblical teaching on homosexuality

    “The Untouchables – Homosexuality” Gladstone Baptist Church – 3/9/06 pm I want to start tonight by playing a News video clip from ABC… S1 Play a clip from the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras. Ask congregation : - What is your reaction to that clip? - What is your reaction to the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Time For Tears

    Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Jan 3, 2018
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    Our Father abhors our sin but is drawn by our brokenness. He alone is the reader of our hearts to which in return we receive His mercy and grace!

    Time For Tears It is indeed a blessing to be in the house of the Lord on the last Sabbath of 2017. Call it what you will, tradition, custom, reflection, but at each and every year’s end, I do some soul searching. I grade my life as I lived it in the passing year, and I have to tell you if I had to ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    I've Never Been That Bad!

    Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 30, 2020
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    Titus 3:3 makes some pretty bold accusations about those who have not come to Jesus for salvation! Many will be offended by this and even declare that they have never been that bad. But, even though we all WERE that bad He di not leave us there! Praise His Name Forever!!!

    I’ve Never Been THAT Bad! Titus 3:3-5 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022
     | 1,670 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Tongues: A Controversial Gift

    Contributed by Dan Erickson on Jan 28, 2001
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     | 26,297 views

    I know there is sometimes mistrust between Christians who speak in tongues and those who do not. My desire is that this sermon might help us get over some of that so that we can grow in love for each other.

    Chisholm 1st Baptist Church Email: revdan@cpinternet.com 218-254-3307 Go to Outline Pastor Dan Erickson’s Weekly Message 1 Corinthians 14:1-25 "TONGUES: A CONTROVERSIAL GIFT" January 7, 2001 Click links to: Guestbook About Pastor Dan We Believe More Messages Links "Wise ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Norris Harris I avatar

    Faces And Reflections

    Contributed by Norris Harris I on May 9, 2004
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    Our textual script, verses 8-15, sketches the outline of THREE FACES that REFLECT THREE DIFFERING IMAGES. Perhaps if we hush our hearts and focus our lens, we just might perceive our face and reflection mirrored in one of these three sketches drawn by the

    During what has been called the “Sizzling Sixties,” Dinah Ross and the Supremes recorded a cut entitled “Reflections.” That song was about faces and the memories those faces reflected. Looking out her rain-soaked window, she sees reflections of how things used to be. She sees the face of a distant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Jackson avatar

    Children Of The Light Series

    Contributed by James Jackson on Nov 18, 2024
     | 491 views

    Part Six of "Ephesians: Love Beyond Reason"

    Children of the Light: Ephesians 5 Good morning! Please turn to Ephesians chapter 5. Does anyone know who came up with the idea of street lights? In America, at least, it was Benjamin Franklin. Franklin’s autobiography tells of the time he wanted to convince the citizens of Philadelphia to light ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joel Pankow avatar

    Jesus Turns Your Frown Upside Down

    Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 7, 2005
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     | 5,144 views

    Jesus changes the attitude of the disciples on the way to Emmaus with the expounding of Scriptures - showing them and us hope.

    There are experts in the field who tell you how to shake a hand, how to walk, how to talk, to try to look more confident, more assured - more impressive. Maybe you remember your mom telling you on occasion, “stop slouching! Say thank you! Stop mumbling! Look at me when I’m talking to you.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Wise Speaking Series

    Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Aug 11, 2014
     | 10,375 views

    Words matter. Proverbs gives us some advice on how to speak well.

    One of the most difficult things to do in life is to control what you say. We do a good job for a while but then in one weak moment and we can do irreparable damage. Words hurt and heal, they go deep into our hearts and minds. The old saying is not true that “sticks and stones can break our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational