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Become A Committed Follower Of Jesus

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 9, 2004

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Our lifelong goal is to become more and more like Jesus. Hebrews 12:2 helps us on that journey.

Become a Committed Follower of Jesus Hebrews 12:1-2 Philippians 3:12-14 As we “Go for the gold” in our Christian life our goal is Christ-likeness. The Hebrew writer challenges us to keep the goal before us and not forget it. “We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, on whom our faith depends ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Free Methodist

Recipe For Avoiding Moral Failure Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Feb 5, 2004

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Disregarding God’s moral and ethical principles as David did can have disastrous consequences.

I recently saw a photo of three expensive cars encased in ice in the garage of a million-dollar house when the pipes froze while the owner was away. One of the rules for living in a cold climate is to take special precautions so your water pipes don’t freeze. Disregarding that rule can exact a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-15

Denomination: Brethren

It Is Time For A Fill-Up

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Feb 11, 2004

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If you came here today hungry and thirsty for the things of God; tired for the way you have been living, you are in the right place, because today your needs can be filled, and it is time for a fill-up.

February 1st. 2004 Let us pray Welcome...... God has been good to us? Has God done anything that makes you feel like shouting?....elaborate... Today is the first Sunday of Black History Month, and we are calling to remembrance what we have gone through over 350 years of history. Through out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Is The Lord Of The Ring Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 21, 2003

based on 66 ratings

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Satan wanted Jesus to bow down before him... how dare he? What possible reason would Satan even have to ask such an outrageous thing (part of a series on the book and movie trilogy by J.R.R. Tolkien).

OPEN: Several years ago, Christian Herter was running hard for reelection as Governor of Massachusetts, and one day he arrived late at a barbecue. He’d had no breakfast or lunch, and he was famished. As he moved down the serving line, he held out his plate and received one piece of chicken. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Greatest Need Of The Church, Is Revival

Contributed by Charles Howington on Oct 16, 2003

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Revival,is God’s desire for His People, for His church,and for our country.

We all have heard it, "Lord send revival to our church." Lord send revival to our land,"" Lord we need a revival." Revival is the cry of the church, or is it? Do we truly understand what revival is? Is our heart’s desire really for revival to fall on us? Pastor’s across this great country have been ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-7

Denomination: Holiness

Why Do I Need To Go To Church Anyway Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 19, 2003

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This sermon is the fourth of the series. This message looks at five reasons why we need to go to church; Christ established the church, promised its birth, works through the church, established the church as a shelter, and loves the church.

ANSWERING THE TOUGH QUESTIONS OF SCRIPTURE Why Do I Need To Go To Church Anyway? Hebrews 10:25 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: This story deals with a rather old fashioned lady, who was planning a couple of weeks vacation in Florida. She also was quite delicate and elegant with her language. She wrote a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not Sent To The Jews Only

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 5, 2001

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“So all bore witness to Him (Jesus), and marvelled at the gracious words which proceeded out of His mouth” Luke 4:22.

Theme: Jesus is not sent to the Jews only Text: Jer. 1:4-5, 17-19; 1 Cor. 12:31-13:13; Lk. 4:22-30 The eagle is a majestic bird that represents the perfect picture of glory and splendour. Many nations use it as a symbol of strength and glory and the symbol of our nation are two eagles, Freedom and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:22-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dry Bones, Dead Dreams

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Feb 22, 2001

based on 194 ratings

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How to deal with failure in your life, when you know it’s a failure you should not accept.

by the Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh January, 2001 Sunrise Presbyterian Church Miami Florida Pittendreigh@aol.com Ezekiel, in our Old Testament lesson, stands on the battlefield. The battle is over, and his side lost. The battle has been over long enough for the smoke to have cleared and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Older Brothers Anonymous

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Apr 5, 2001

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In what ways are we like the Older Brother in the Parable of the Two sons?

You’ve heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, Emotions Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous. But have you ever heard of OLDER BROTHERS ANONYMOUS? Let’s take a quick poll -- How many of you were the baby in your family? Would you stand, please? Thank you. Please be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist

The Golden Cows

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 15, 2001

based on 114 ratings

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The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows.

"THE GOLDEN COWS" Thesis: The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows. Illustration: Abraham’s Object of Worship The Jews have a legend that when Abraham started on his journeys, he saw the stars in the heavens and said, "I will worship the stars." But ere ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 6 - Discipleship God's Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Mar 4, 2005

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Part 6 of our Finding Purpose Series will look at what God expects from us as ddisciples and how Jesus put those following Him in their place.

FINDING PURPOSE SERIES Part 6 – Discipleship God’s Way Rev. Bruce A. Shields DD First Baptist Church East Tawas Michigan Watch this sermon online @ www.tawasbaptist.org Introduction - “Good morning and welcome to the First Baptist Church of Tawas City. Today we will be looking at part 6 of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Bible Church

Over-Throwing Strongholds

Contributed by Larry Breeden on Oct 11, 2006

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Life has many battles and a Christian must win. Christ has given us the weapons

Overthrowing Strongholds 2Cor 10:3-5 INTRO: Watch the evening news & see our gallant soldiers & marines attacking Insurgent & Terrorist Strongholds in Iraq & Afghanistan 1. Those in charge of waging this war against the tyranny of these thugs realize these fortress, strongholds bases ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Question That Never Dies Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 14, 2006

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This is the fourth message in a Lenten series on"The Seven Last Words of Christ." I also have information on appropriate dramas that can be used as an introduction to this and the other six messages in the series.

THE QUESTION THAT NEVER DIES --Matthew 27:46 (27:45-54) Psalm 27:10 assures us, "Though father and mother forsake me, the Lord will receive me"; but, in all likelihood, everyone of us has experienced times when we have felt as if we have been forsaken by God. This is true for both ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-54

Denomination: Methodist

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 17, 2006

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A look at several biblical reasons for Christian suffering.

WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE? - Read 2 Corinthians 11:16-33 As we look at this passage, we wonder, "If God is in control, and He is; and if God is all powerful, and He is; why did He let all of this stuff happen to His man Paul? If God is in control, why do bad things happen to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus The Only Way To God? Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

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The final message ina seires on the reliability of Christianity.

A Ready Defense April 3, 2005 Is Jesus the Only Way to God? Intro: Why believe in Jesus? What makes him so different from Socrates, Buddha, Mohammed, or any of the others? After all, don’t all religions lead to God? According to the teachings of Jesus – the answer is a definitive ...read more

Scripture: John 14:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

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