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I Really Don't Want To Do That!

Contributed by Matthew Blau on Feb 10, 2012

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How do we respond when God asks us to do something we would really rather not? Do we have the Faith to trust God will see us through it all? From Mark 1:40-45

Jesus Heals a Man With Leprosy 40 A man with leprosy[h] came to him and begged him on his knees, “If you are willing, you can make me clean.” 41 Jesus was indignant.[i] He reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” 42 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Methodist

But If From There PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

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God wants to be found and is always close to us, and we must continually seek a deeper relationship with Him through wholehearted pursuit.

Ladies and gentlemen, brothers and sisters, it's truly wonderful to see all of your smiling faces today as we gather to worship and seek the Lord together. Have you ever felt like God is distant or hard to find? Well, I have some incredible news for you today: God wants to be found and He is closer ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:29

Topics: God's Presence

Being The Church That You And God Have Always Wanted

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 17, 2007

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The first sermon in a three part series, ‘The Church That You and God Have Always Wanted.’

(1) Yesterday, mom and I attended a second cousin’s wedding in Lafayette. During the ceremony they took communion but did so without the help of the pastor. As they did so I was reminded of a wedding that I performed here a couple of years ago. The couple asked for communion as part of the ceremony ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Kind Of Church I Want To Be The Pastor Of"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 16, 2003

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It may have been the criticism of the elder brother that drove the prodigal son away from home, but it was the love of the Father who brought him back!

“The Kind of Church I want to be the Pastor of” Introduction: It seems the reason why the prodigal son left home might have been because of the attitude that his elder brother had towards him. What brought him home was the love of the Father. I do not want to frame my Church around the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Good News I Didn't Want To Hear Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 23, 2005

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What is Paul saying about troubles in a Christian’s life? Expository sermon. Clip from movie "Men of Honor" illustrates endurance.

The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13[1] 10-24-04 Intro I have entitled the message this morning: The Good News That I Didn’t Want to Hear. I think we all agree that the gospel is good news. It’s good news that I am forgiven of my sin—that I have been born into the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-13

Denomination: Charismatic

What Do You Want To Do With Your Life?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 12, 2023

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Peter encourages us to live in hope and joy as we wait for the goal of our faith, the salvation of our souls.

4.16.23 1 Peter 1:3–9 (EHV) 3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! By his great mercy he gave us a new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, 4 into an inheritance that is undying, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you. 5 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Finally—getting People To Do What You Want Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 1, 2008

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God uses our praying together to change the world.

Scripture Introduction I often remind my family of a profound truth I have learned from living: you cannot make people do what you want. Even if it is in their best interest, even if they should do it, matters little. You cannot make people do what you want. You have tried. You have shown your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why I Want To Have A Big Part In Missions Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 26, 2012

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A sermon with some arresting object lessons illustrating the need for supporting missions.

Why I Want to Have a Big Part in Missions Missions Emphasis Series Chuck Sligh February 26, 2012 TEXT: Mark 16:15 – “And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.” INTRODUCTION Henry Van Dyke’s said, “The missionary enterprise is not the church’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want The World To Revolve Around You?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 10, 2002

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The story of Micah’s idols and the nature of true religion

Do You Want the World to Revolve Around You? Judges 17:6 INTRO.: A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. One office flunky at the copier turns and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Want The World To Revolve Around You?

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Dec 10, 2002

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True religion as contrasted with Micah’s home made cult.

Do You Want the World to Revolve Around You? Judges 17:6 INTRO.: A certain credit card company has a commercial set in the board room of some international corporation. A merger is in progress. The CEO says everything is set to be finalized on the 28th. One office flunky at the copier turns and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 17:6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Reaches Out To The World Series

Contributed by Joe La Rue on Feb 12, 2008

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A consideration of evangelism, and how to do it.

Title: God Wants Us To Be . . . A Church That Reaches Out To The World Series: The Church God Wants Us To Be, Sermon # 5 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 Date Preached: February 10, 2008 Introduction A. A fictional story is told of a time shortly after Jesus was raised from the dead and returned ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sometimes God Gives Us What We Want

Contributed by Ronald Zamkus on Feb 24, 2001

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If God gives us what we want, is there a guarantee of satisfaction?

Art Linkletter’s statement that "Children say the most amazing things" helps us to laught at life from a child’s perspective. But, here are some news items that will cause you to SHAKE you head in amazement. The Stupid - Criminals HALL OF SHAME…… How could anybody do such a stupid thing? I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, What Do You Want Me To Do?

Contributed by Mark Price on Jul 24, 2007

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Each and every one of us have a purpose. God desires for each of us to know Him though His Son. But beyond salvation, He has a plan for each of us. Eventually, we must ask the question Saul of Tarsus asked: "Lord, what do You want ME to do?"

Key Verse: 6a Introduction Q: “Lord, what do you want me to do?” What a question! What a novel idea! Asking the Creator what He desires of His creation. You might say that Saul was a “religious man.” Actually he was a very religious man! He knew how to pray. He had devoted himself to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-9

Denomination: *other

Which World Do You Want To Call Home Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jun 8, 2023

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Why I chose to live under the Kingdom of God rather than Satan's Kingdom

Which World Do You Want to Call Home? Introduction: This world is a tough place to live. We are told as Christians this is not our home but that we have a heavenly citizenship. We belong to the Lord. Heaven is our home. Unfortunately, those in this world who do not know Christ belong to the devil. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-18, 2 Corinthians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry And Money: When The Budget Wants To Bully You

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 22, 2009

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Discover two gems helpful to balancing ministry and money in this short sermon aimed to help church leaders stay faithful not fearful.

Pastoring in America means dealing with the dollar. It’s what we have to come to grips with in a culture where “church” has largely become a business. In fact, some shepherds tragically view Washingtons and Lincolns just as necessary, if not more, than the Holy Spirit, people, or the Bible. Which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

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