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  • Kevin Cummins avatar

    Good Mourning Series

    Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Feb 22, 2011
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    Happy are those who mourn. It just doesn’t sound right does it? So why is mourning a good thing? This sermon takes a look at three areas where mourning is a good thing and why.

    A man placed some flowers on the grave of his dearly departed mother and started back toward his car when his attention was diverted to another man kneeling at a grave. The man seemed to be praying with profound intensity and kept repeating, "Why did you have to die? Why did you have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Good Intentions

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 2, 2011
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    God is interested in your obedience; not your intention to be obedient.

    Matthew 26:31-35, 69-75 Supplemental Scripture passages: • "If you love Me, you will keep My commandments. (John 14:15 NASB) • Therefore, to one who knows the right thing to do and does not do it, to him it is sin. (James 4:17 NASB) • For the word of God is living and active and sharper than any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Good To Be Here

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 4, 2011
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    Mountaintop experiences are wonderful; but, we must move forward to reach the world for Christ Jesus.

    Matthew 17: 1 – 9 / Good To Be Here Intro: The lawyer for the defense rose to his feet to give his summation speech. He began, “Ladies and gentlemen of the jury, you must find my client not guilty of murder, if there is the slightest doubt in your minds. In conclusion, I want to say ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Goodness Of God

    Contributed by Matthew Smith on Mar 12, 2011
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    As James talks to us in James 1 about not being deceived, he gives us some reasons that we can know that God is good no matter what our circumstances.

    In the mid to late 90’s people in the church began to say God is good--- all the time--- all the time---God is good. It’s easy to proclaim and to shout aloud the goodness of God when things are going great! It’s easy to brag on Jesus when people are coming to know Christ in large ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010
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    The Good Shepherd (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: John chapter 10 verses 1- Ill: Reaching the end of a job interview, • The interviewer asked a young applicant fresh out of university, • "And what starting salary were you looking for?" • The applicant said, "In the neighbourhood of £25,000 a year, ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Good Soil

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 3, 2011
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    Preaching outline on the Parable of the Good Soil, with intro & application.

    Good Soil Full text: Mark 4:1-20 Main foci: Mark 4:3-9, 15-20 Preaching Outline, by Sterling C. Franklin Introduction – Some people are more fertile than others...in receiving the Word. In Mark 4:1-20, Jesus presents four different types of soils, or audiences to the Word of God, with only ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Be Of Good Courage Series

    Contributed by Rich Anderson on Jan 7, 2011
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    Where do we get our strength? How can God work in our lives? Through Jesus Christ

    Adrian Rogers tells about the man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocket knife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: “Someone had already done that.” Or what about the story of the little boy having trouble sleeping during a storm. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Good Manners Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 22, 2011
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    We've been brought up to say, "Thank You," when someone gives us something. With all of God's blessings our lives are one BIG "Thank you."

    Luke 17:11-19 "Good Manners" INTRODUCTION Every Christmas season I enjoy watching the movie "Santa Clause," with Tim Allen. For me, the movie is filled with gems about life and faith. One such gem occurs early in the movie. Scott Calvin finds himself at Santa's workshop after his first ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Goodness Of God Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010
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    Today, I want us to consider the goodness of God. The goodness of God is designed to appeal to our better nature and cause us to respond favorably to God. The purpose of God's goodness and forbearance is not to encourage sin, but to appeal to man's better

    The Goodness of God Romans 2:4 “Or despisest thou the riches of his goodness and forbearance and longsuffering; not knowing that the goodness of God leadeth thee to repentance?” In the book of Romans, Paul introduces the Gospel of Jesus Christ as the only means for an unrighteous man ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Goodness Of God Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 11, 2012
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    God's goodness is a favour. It draws us to Him. Rest and rely on His goodness.

    Our knowledge of God affects our relationship with God and the way we live. • And it is affected by: (1) HOW YOU SEE GOD (2) HOW YOU THINK GOD SEES YOU To really know Him, then we need to look at what God has revealed. • The Bible mentioned 3 ways God reveals Himself – through ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    A Good Cry Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 12, 2012
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    Go ahead, have a good cry if you need to. Then let your tears draw you close to others and to God.

    There is a new trend in China’s changing culture, which I find very interesting. The trend is a Cry Bar and it’s spreading to several major Chinese cities. The first Cry Bar opened eight or nine years ago (2003) in the city of Nanjing with only a sofa, a few tables, and tissues – a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    In Good Hands! Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Feb 7, 2012
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    We will never answer every question regarding God’s calling and election and man’s free will, but how we respond to God is very important. As we grapple with these deep truths, we must remember the greatest response is to trust Him and surrender ourselves

    In Good Hands! Romans 9:19-29 Romans 9 may have raised more questions than answers for you. You’re not alone in this. Even the Apostle Peter, when referring to inspired Scripture written by the Apostle Paul, recognized that his weighty words were sometimes difficult to comprehend in 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Good Soldier

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 29, 2011
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    Paul encouraged Timothy by explaining his expected level of personal commitment to his calling in Christ Jesus. The level of commitment to fulfill one’s calling in Christ must mimic/equal/rise to/be comparable to/ that of a good soldier.

    What Did He Die For Twila Paris He was twenty-one in 1944 He was hope & he was courage on a lonely shore Sent there by a mother with love beyond her tears Just a young American who chose to rise above his fears And as I watch him struggle up that hill Without a thought of turning back I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tyler Edwards avatar

    Good And Better Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011
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    Jesus having dinner with Mary and Martha

    21. Who is Jesus? January 23rd, 2010 Good and Better Jesus primary ministry had been located in Galilee for some time. Now it has shifted south and His ministry is in full swing in Judea. His time here is limited as His mission is getting closer to completion. The shadow of the cross is growing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Good Shepherd

    Contributed by Lyndon Marcotte on Jun 16, 2011
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    What Jesus says is that he’s not here to lead us into constraint...he’s here to lead us out! The door isn’t the gate to a cattle stall or a chute to the slaughter house! This gate leads out into the vast beautiful pasture, a life of freedom… full of joy.

    The Good Shepherd – John 10:1-10 The imagery of Christ the Shepherd and the sheep has made for beautiful pictures to decorate our homes, lovely greeting cards, and beautiful hymns, but the meaning and implication of this symbol is deeply personal and convicting. Far too often when we think ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist