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Why A Fruitful Life Is A Life Of Overflowing Joy Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Aug 12, 2014

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A look at five things that John 15 tells us will be present in the life of fruitful obedience that Jesus is calling us to.

A Full Heart: Pursuing the fruitful life that Jesus invites us to will fill our heart with great joy. - John 15:11. Some Specifics About That: 1. We have tangible proof of the existence and power of God. - John 15:5. 2. We become powerhouses of prayer. - John 15:7 – “it will be ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"Happy Life Is Living Water Type Life"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 21, 2015

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| 5,229 views

The sermon shares what makes us happy being separated, happy is one who delights in the Word, happy is the ones who have roots, and happy is the one who chooses the way of righteousness.

Paul was happy even in some not so pleasant times; 2. Paul rejoiced & was full of happiness even in less than pleasant circumstances. II Cor. 6:1010sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; poor, yet making many rich; having nothing, and yet possessing everything. 1. Happy is the man who separates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Loving God As Life’s Primary Connection Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 21, 2023

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Loving God as Life’s Primary Connection Series: First Love: Forming Our Love for God Brad Bailey – March 19, 2023

Intro As we continue in the season of Lent… that remembers te final sacrifice of Christ… and what is referred to as the “Passion” week… referring to his ultimate sacrifice and love… we are focusing on the call into that very love which he knew. When asked how we can align our lives… Jesus said ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35, Psalm 143:8, Psalm 5:3, Psalm 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Life Lesson From The Life Of Mary Magdalene

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 17, 2024

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What can we learn from Mary Magdalene? The formula for forgiveness is a part of her story.

A Life Lesson from the life of Mary Magdalene Luke 8:1-3 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 8:1 Soon afterward, Jesus began going around from one city and village to another, proclaiming and preaching the kingdom of God. The twelve were with Him, 2 and also some women who had been healed of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-3

Denomination: United Methodist

Lessons In Life From Job

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 7, 2003

based on 56 ratings

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Job teaches us about life from his words and from what happened to him and how he responded

February 9, 2003 Job 7:1-7 “Does not man have hard service on earth? Are not his days like those of a hired man? Like a slave longing for the evening shadows, or a hired man waiting eagerly for his wages, so I have been allotted months of futility, and nights of misery have been assigned to ...read more

Scripture: Job 7:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Whosoever Is Of A Willing Heart

Contributed by Jerry Dunn on Jul 26, 2002

based on 50 ratings

| 22,675 views

This is a sermon on total stewardship of life as seen through the abundance of giving for the building of the tabernacle in the wilderness.

“Whosoever Is of a Willing Heart” Exodus 36:3-7 Over the past few weeks you have received a series of three letters from the Long Range Planning and Building Committee regarding today, as a special day, in which we hope to be able to eliminate our present indebtedness and move forward into our ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 36:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Manufacturer's Specifications Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

based on 60 ratings

| 6,077 views

Analysis of the prologue of the ten commandments with special emphasis on the role of the law in the Christian’s life.

Welcome to the year 2000. CNN put together a list of the top 100 news stories of the 20th century, and number 82 on that list is the space shuttle "Challenger" disaster. Most of us probably remember January 28, 1986, when the space shuttle Challenger burst into flames 73 seconds after liftoff, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:7, Deuteronomy 4:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Have Decided

Contributed by Dan Bentz on Sep 6, 2001

based on 63 ratings

| 5,595 views

Daily we are being asked to make life decisions. But what kind are we making?

I Have Decided 1 John 2:6 Introduction – Have any of you made any life decisions today? Maybe not. Have you ever thought about how profound a statement it is when someone comes to you and says, “I have decided…” About six weeks ago Chris came into our bedroom and said that he had decided to go ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Baptist

Giving When It Hurts

Contributed by Robert Tatum on Sep 4, 2002

based on 17 ratings

| 9,413 views

To move hearers and readers toward a life of giving, even when giving is uncomfortable or painful.

"Giving When It Hurts" Near Mobile, Alabama there was a railroad bridge that spanned a big bayou. The date was September 22, 1993. It was a foggy morning just before daybreak when a tugboat accidentally pushed a barge into the bayou. The drifting barge slammed into the bridge. In the darkness ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Opens The Door - 1 John 5 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 25, 2005

based on 34 ratings

| 27,681 views

Faith is the key that opens the doors to many spiritual truths and divine experiences in our life.

Faith opens the doors! Thesis: Faith is the key that opens the doors to many spiritual truths and divine experiences in our life. Video Illustration: From backstage Volume 2 “Faith In the White House” Scripture Text: 1 John 5:1-21 1Everyone who believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Solitude: The Practice Of God Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Oct 13, 2004

based on 15 ratings

| 2,916 views

A closer look at the discipline of solitude, how it relates to us and the example of solitude in Jesus’ life.

SOLITUDE: THE PRACTICE OF GOD Quote: Mark 1:35 Our individualistic society Wealthy CEO, happy family, successful entrepreneur, popular student List goes on and on What’s the issue? They are empty inside There’s something missing Are you experiencing that in your life? Discipline of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Will You Be Content To Die?

Contributed by Byrene Haney on May 20, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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At what point in your life are you ready to let go and meet your Savior?

When will you be content to die? This is a strange theme the Sunday after Christmas. Who wants to talk about dying, the day after Christmas or any day for that matter? And to answer the question when will you be content to die? When I asked this question around home and the office the response ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Lutheran

God Bless Us With A Faith Lift

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 14, 2005

based on 279 ratings

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We may not get a face lift, but we can get a faith lift in life.

INTRO.- ILL.- The Joy of Aging! Someone said, “If my body were a car, this is the time I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model. I’ve got bumps and dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is getting a little dull, but that’s not the worst of it. “My fenders are too ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-2, Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Grow Up Series

Contributed by David Beirne on Aug 19, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 4,043 views

Part 1, Joseph’s life teaches us some principle characterisitcs of maturity.

Joseph The Dreamchaser Part 1: How To Grow Up Genesis 37:1-5 If money & time were not limitations, what would you dream about doing with your life?What would you do to leave an impact? Have you ever had a dream of what you wanted to be when you grow up? How close are you to that dream? In ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Still Giving Gifts Today

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 6, 2005

based on 7 ratings

| 1,718 views

The best gifts in life are for the asking, but they cost God his Son to give them to you.

GOD IS STILL GIVING GIFTS TODAY John 3:16 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave: Eyes to Bartamais Healing to the lady with the issue of blood Food to the hungry Deliverance to the Gaderian Hearing to the deaf Life back to the dead Salvation to Zachious, the woman at the well, the woman ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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