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Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 18 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 5, 2018

This is message 18 in a series exploring the three foundational elements of a healthy walk. This message continues the discussion of the need for accountability.

“CPR for a Healthy Walk “Request and Respond to Accountability” Review I. Cleave to Christ and continually cultivate a dynamic relationship with Him. A. Surrender to Christ B. Present our members to His service C. Renew our mind D. Draw near to God E. Walk in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:20-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Broken But Not Beyond Repair

Contributed by Steven Glover on Oct 17, 2002

In the eyes of men we may be broken;however, in the eyes of Jesus we are not beyond repair.

Title: “Broken But Not Beyond Repair” Text: Isaiah 42:1-3; Matthew 12:14-21 Introduction: It would appear that a delightful word picture is found within our text. The great prophet Isaiah had been gathering the thin reeds, which grew so plentifully in the Jordan valley. The reeds were useful as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:14-21, Isaiah 42:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says No

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Oct 15, 2003

It is hard to understand why God doesn’t answer our prayers as we would like. When God says no, He never says, "Because I said so!" ALSO USEFUL FOR FUNERAL SERVICE

Parents often have to tell their children, “no.” From time to time God tells His children no also. We have all experienced the confusion and disappointment that floods our hearts when God tells us no. + Isaiah 40:10-15 10See, the Sovereign Lord comes with power, and his arm rules for him. See, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:10-15, Isaiah 55:8-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are Some Temperamental Tendencies We Need To Guard Against?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

We need to learn to be more controlled by the Spirit. Actively guard against specific temptations that may prove harmful – based on your individual faulty tendencies. Let us examine certain behavioral patterns that should be avoided by the four different

"To the weak I became weak, to the strong I became strong. I have become all things to all men so that by all means I might save some." (I Cor. 9:19-21) 1. Have you ever heard of the expression, "One man’s meat is another man’s poison?" What may be fuel for one person may turn out to be dangerous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Relationship Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 6, 2009

What do we do when the situation gets so bad that we need to break relationship?

Justin & Marie July 12 Sarah & Wes – July 17 Government Prayer Jesus and Toxic People 4 Breaking Relationship Matthew 18:15-19 Recap – do not lose the radical nature of Jesus’ treatment of Judas. Confronting Toxic people – restore them gently In the power of God’s love. Sarah’s “yeah ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-19

Denomination: *other

Make Me An Instrument Of Your Peace Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 13, 2011

Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God. Saint Francis was a man of God and a man of peace. His life is a wonderful example for us all.

“Lord, use me as an instrument of your peace; Where there is hatred, let me sow your love; Where there is injury pardon; Where there is doubt keep strong my faith; When in my life I face despair O Lord, my faith but comes from hope, in sadness there is joy found in You” This beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

The Fruit Of The Spirit: Gentleness Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Dec 1, 2009

How does the Spirit grow gentleness in us?

The Fruit of the Spirit: Gentleness November 22, 2009 Galatians 5:22-23 The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. What is Gentleness? Praütes Mild and gentle friendliness “Meekness” – gets a bad rap because it ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: *other

Father, Son, & Disciple

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 19, 2014

A perspective on John 15: 1-8. What fruit will the true vine and its branches produce? The fruit that Jesus, the true vine produces is distinctive like no other and is difficult to find in our world.

John 15: 1-8 Father, Son, & Disciple. The wild grape vine with its trailing branches is one of the lowest bushes and yet its fruit is highly prized, and was the favoured fruit of kings for thousand of years. The wild unattended vine is easily damaged producing very little and poor quality fruit. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Practical Spirituality Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on May 11, 2010

How should we live if we want to “keep in step with the Spirit”?

[To receive free sermons by email each week, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] This week I read about a man named Simeon Stylites (c. 390-459). For 37 years he lived on a small platform on top of a pillar in Syria as a way to show devotion to God. Is this what it means to be ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Doing Life Together Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 14, 2014

In Christian community we find the encouragement and support to press on the higher calling of Jesus.

Doing Life Together Text: Gal. 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim. Only God knows the real state of our fellowship, of our sanctification. What may appear weak and trifling to us may be great ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Our High Priest

Contributed by Keith Butler on Oct 24, 2005

A description of the position of high priest, and how Jesus relates to that position today.

JESUS OUR HIGH PRIEST Hebrews 4:14-5:10 Key Verse and Theme: “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet was without sin.” (Hebrews 4:15) 1. The honor of being a high priest. A. No one ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reviving The Soul

Contributed by Richard Burkey on Jun 15, 2005

David shares 5 ways to revive your soul in Psalm 19.

Reviving the Soul Psalm 19 (NIV) 1The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. 2Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge. 3There is no speech or language where their voice is not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of Touch Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 3, 2013

Why touch a leper? They were "untouchable", declared unclean, outcasts to all. But Jesus touched this man. Why? And what can we learn from what He did that day?

We’re going to begin today’s sermon with a trivia question: Question: What is the largest organ of your body? (Answer: the skin) If you an average adult, your skin covers about 21 square feet of your body. It will weigh 9 pounds and contain more than 11 miles of blood vessels. If you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, Mark 1:4-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Home

Contributed by Tom Lawson on Dec 16, 2000

A Narrative Sermon on Heaven as Home

It was a warm day in the summer in Grayson. Our windows were open, so it was easy to hear him, even though he was still half a block away: "Ma! Ma!" TJ, our oldest son, had been our playing with his friends. And, as usual, he was barefoot. And, you already know what happened. He discovered one ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7, 1 Corinthians 15:51-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dare To Worship Again Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 2, 2003

A Palm Sunday sermon calling people to true worship by excitedly anticipating and then really meeting our gentle king.

Dare to Worship Again – “Up From The Grave” Lent 2003 John 12:12-19 April 13, 2003 Intro: On the way home from church one day, a family was complaining about the service they had just attended: “The music was sure awful today,” said the mom. “Yes, and I thought that young half-bald preacher ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19, Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Baptist