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  • Robert Sickler avatar

    The Salvation Tapestry

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 14, 2012
     | 3,799 views

    We should never elevate any salvation event or ritual to the point where people feel they have been issued a ticket to heaven because of this event or ritual.

    THE SALVATION TAPESTRY INTRODUCTION Last Sunday, Christians all over America celebrated Easter or as some prefer to call it: Resurrection Sunday. I had the opportunity to enjoy a Baptist Sunrise service, complete with a good breakfast; and then, I fellowshipped at a Pentecostal church. At one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Lessons From The History Of Israel Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 38 ratings
     | 9,401 views

    THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE

    BIG IDEA: THE LESSONS OF HISTORY CAN HELP US ESCAPE THE FUTILITY OF CYCLES OF DISOBEDIENCE AND DISCIPLINE (:1-8) INTRODUCTION - LESSONS OF HISTORY NEED TO BE SHARED WITH THE NEXT GENERATION A. (:1-4) Lessons of History Communicate a Positive Message 1. It is important to listen closely to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A New Covenant Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 2, 2008
     | 8,042 views

    A Communion meditation warning us against substituting ritual for relationship.

    MATTHEW 26:26-29 A NEW COVENANT “As they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, ‘Take, eat; this is my body.’ And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, ‘Drink of it, all of you, for this is my blood ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Meeting God's Requirements Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 15, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 13,871 views

    God longs to be in relationship with us, not for us to lean on our rituals.

    Meeting God’s Requirements Micah and Amos Rev. Brian Bill 2/15/09 I’m not sure you’re aware of this but Tim Tuley has had a lifelong ambition to play one hole at Pebble Beach, California the way the pros do. This is a challenge because this green is on a small section of land that juts out into ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Heart Of The Matter Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 12, 2016
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     | 6,703 views

    Don't let ritual rise above your relationship with God. Don't let your ways rise above God's ways.

    Last week we saw the marks of a great servant in Prophet Samuel. He is a man of integrity, faithfulness and a genuine love for his people. • Today we will see the new leader Saul, and sadly, the opposite of what we see last week – the marks of a disobedient servant. Let’s read 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    What Makes God Sick

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 11, 2020
     | 2,874 views

    Does your life and your church make God sick?

    Isaiah 1:1-20 Scripture Reading Revelation 3:14-19 Proposition: You Must Repent of Your Sins! I. Because your sin will be publicized! 1-4 A. The preacher knows. 1 B. The World knows. 2-4 II. Because You Cannot Stand the Reaping! 5-9 A. There is no comfort! 5,6 B. There ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Is Old Covenant Obsolete? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 20, 2019
     | 2,928 views

    We say we are Christians and Jesus Christ is our Lord and Savior, why do we allow anything (rituals, religions, entertainment, other people, etc....) take more time and focus than Christ, our New Covenant?

    Let’s worship our God by listening to His Word. God’s word is Truth and the Truth will set us free. Our Lord Jesus Christ also said “I have come that they may have life, and have it to the fullest!” Our lives can be full if we trust Jesus Christ as our only Savior and God and listen and follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Amazing Grace +

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 89 ratings
     | 9,168 views

    This message compares the simple beauty of grace with the futile attempt to "behave" our way to perfection.

    AMAZING GRACE PLUS “WHAT A GOOD BOY AM I” (AN ORIGINAL SERMON BY ED SKIDMORE) MAY 26, 2002) TEXT: Mark 10:17 - 22 SCRIPTURE READING: Mark 10:17 - 22 INTRODUCTION: Little Jack Horner Sat in a corner, Eating a Christmas pie; He put in his thumb, And pulled out a plum, And said, What a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Building Towers

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 29, 2004
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,596 views

    We learn from the story of the Tower of Babel the futility of trying to make a name for ourselves.

    I. Making a name We see in the first chapters of Genesis that people basically chose one of two paths. A few of them humbled themselves and followed God, trusting in him and his protection. Such were the descendents of Seth. The other group was principally the descendents of Cain. These ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Pursuit Of Happiness

    Contributed by Rev Oke Omezi on Apr 17, 2013
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     | 9,997 views

    The quest for happiness is most times misconceived and futile especially when not in line with the word of God

    THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS Ps 16: 7 I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. 8 I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. 9 Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Hope At Easter

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 25, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,749 views

    If Christ has not been raised, your faith is futile; you are still in your sins.

    Dakota Community Church April 24, 2011 Hope at Easter 1 Corinthians 15:12-19 But if it is preached that Christ has been raised from the dead, how can some of you say that there is no resurrection of the dead? 13 If there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has been raised. 14 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Why Do The Heathen Rage: An Exposition Of The Second Psalm

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 24, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 651 views

    The way to blessing is to realize the futility of raging against God and to embrace His Son instead.

    Why Do the Heathen Rage? Psalm 2:1–12 NKJV Why do the nations rage, And the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the earth set themselves, And the rulers take counsel together, Against the Lord and against His Anointed, saying, “Let us break Their bonds in pieces And cast away Their cords ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Power Of Persistent Prayer SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,058 views

    Many believe prayer is a futile effort, but without the ministry of prayer, our efforts are in vain.

    Many people believe that prayer is a waste of time, but in reality, without the ministry of prayer, our work becomes futile. The early church understood the significance of prayer and relied on it to accomplish great things. Prayer is not just a religious duty; it is a powerful tool that connects ...read more

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    What Money Can't Buy Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 11, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,305 views

    The love of money will not provide meaning in life.

    What Money Can’t Buy Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill September 7-8, 2024 This past weekend, Beth and I journeyed from the wilderness of Illinois to the Promised Land of Wisconsin. On Friday night, my dad hosted a Fish Fry and on Saturday morning after driving through Green Bay, we were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wash Your Hands Or Heart?

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2018
     | 14,033 views

    Theme: Righteousness and Rituals This sermon deals with what really matters - how do we deal with all the rules, rituals and traditions we find in our churches? What really matters?

    Scripture: Mark 7:1-23 Title: Should You Wash Your Hands or Your Heart? Theme: Righteousness and Rituals This sermon deals with what really matters - how do we deal with all the rules, rituals and traditions we find in our churches? What really matters? INTRO: Grace and peace this morning ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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