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Meet Mister Encouragement

Contributed by Frank Lay on Jan 27, 2005

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“When he came and had seen the grace of God, he was glad and encouraged them that with purpose of heart they should continue with the Lord.” Note two things in this verse that will help us understand why we need more people like Barnabas in the church to

MEET MISTER ENCOURAGEMENT Acts 11:19-26 As I began focusing on what to preach on Baptist Men’s Day, the Holy Spirit led me to take a fresh look at one of my favorite Bible Characters. A man by the name of Barnabas. We first encounter Barnabas in Acts 4:36, “And Joses, who was also named ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Complete In Christ (Part 3)

Contributed by Tony Bartolucci on Oct 18, 2000

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An exposition of Colossians 2:9-10 dealing with the believer's sufficiency in Christ.

{Not a manuscript: a transcription from audio cassette} Introduction Well let’s take our Bibles again and turn with me to the book of Colossians. Colossians chapter 2, and believe it or not, we’re going to get through verse 10 this morning, (unless I have a heart attack or something!). ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: *other

The Ministry Of An Encourager Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000

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Barnabas is an example of how we should be engaged in a ministry of encouragement.

“The Ministry of an Encourager.” Acts 4:32-37 One of the great tragedies of our time is that there are so few kind people around. There are plenty of mean spirited, critical, cynical people, but there are few who just take the time to be kind as a lifestyle. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Is Living

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 22, 2006

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Sermon teaches us that in order to live eternally we must plan to give eternally.

GIVING IS LIVING Luk 18:18 And a certain ruler asked him, saying, Good Master, what shall I do to inherit eternal life? Luk 18:19 And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? none is good, save one, that is, God. Luk 18:20 Thou knowest the commandments, Do not commit adultery, Do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Your Name Is Called?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 20, 2003

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Does your name bless or curse people and will you have a name of blessing or cursing after you die?

When Your Name Is Called? What’s in a name? We all have them. Maybe our name is very common or like one fellow from W VA our names may be unique. Seems they put names in a hat and drew out the size tag, 6 7/8 and that is what they named him 6 7/8 Jones. Whatever our name is it has meaning now ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, 2 Chronicles 20:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

God's Way Is Best Series

Contributed by Steven Long on Feb 7, 2004

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This is a five-part series designed to encourage the character of the congregation. It is both applicable to unbelievers as well as believers. Feel free to use it any way you choose.

Principles from Psalms—Part I “God’s Way is Best!” April 7th, 2002 Psalm 37:3-6 Intro: Today we begin a five part series titled, “Principles From Psalms” As we look into the Psalms for incredible principles, we’ll find great application to our lives today. - I think we’ll all be very encouraged ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:3-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Live In The Circle Of Ineffectiveness Series

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

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A sermon about self centredness. The first in a series of anti-sermons where they tell people to do the opposite of what they are suppose to. Kind of blatant reverse psychology.

The Seven Habits of Highly Ineffective Christians 1 Live in the Circle of Ineffectiveness Cardiff Heights Baptist 2 January 2000 I trust everyone had an enjoyable New Years. You know what I found really incredible was that by the time the Sydney fireworks were finished, it was time for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Abc's Of Successful Living

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 1, 2003

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This sermon focuses on three simple priciples that will help us live successfully as Christians.

I. We all want to be successful in life. A. Success not found in riches. B. Success not found in fame. C. Success not found in power. D. Success only found in Christ Jesus. Ephesians 3:20 "To Him who is able to do immeasurable more than all we can ask or imagine, according ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#1a Introduction To Fruit Of Spirit Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 29, 2002

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This is the introduction to our study on the fruit of the Spirit.(1A)

WE ARE BEGINNING A STUDY OF THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT THIS IS An OVERVIEW OF FRUIT AND FRUIT PRODUCTION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com OUR TEXT FOR THIS SERIES: Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23. Meekness, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:2-8, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Cleaning Up The Temple

Contributed by Chris Thron on Oct 18, 2000

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We overcome bad habits and neuroses by the power of His Spirit

I will praise You, O Lord, for I am awesomely and wonderfully made. Your works are marvellous, they move me to the very depths of my soul. (Psalm 139:14) Don’t you know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit within you, which God has given you? You have been entrusted with His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Marks Of A Christian: Introduction Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 20, 2002

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The marks you and I should possess as a Christian

The Marks of a Christian Galatians 6:7 Paul said, "...I bear in my body the marks of the Lord Jesus." He was in prison at the time. Chains were upon his ankles, but his soul was free. He was a prisoner of Rome, but he was a free man in Christ. He was in bondage to Ceasar, but Christ was his Lord ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Displeasure Meets Grace—part Iii

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

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A prophet’s displeasure with God’s actions was met by God’s grace. Part 3 of a 3 part sermon—4 positive aspects.

WHERE DISPLEASURE MEETS GRACE-III—Jonah 4:1-11 Need: God’s people can become disappointed/displeased with the direction God takes or the way God does things. Jonah’s displeasure with God’s actions was met by God’s grace. Displeasure is met by God’s grace. What is present where displeasure meets ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Two Pillars Of Christian Happiness

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jan 3, 2001

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FINDING HAPPINESS AS A CHRISTIAN

TWO PILLARS OF HAPPINESS - 1 Timothy 6:6-8 But godliness with contentment is great gain. {7} For we brought nothing into <this> world, <and it is> certain we can carry nothing out. {8} And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. INTRO: Happiness as a Christian rests on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Suddenly

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Mar 2, 2005

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You can’t present a sacrifice, unless you are in His presence! A sacrifice always dies. When you come into his glory you will die! Holiness will be the resurrection fruit of this death!

Suddenly Glory fills the house. Ian Johnson Mar 2, 2005 SUDDENLY GLORY FILLS THE HOUSE. Suddenly ~ Straightway~ Speedily~ Instantly. : These are all words used with regularity in the Bible. The same sudden, instant, unexpected thing happened to the Prophet Isaiah. Isaiah 6:1-7 (NLT) In the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Faith When The Answer Is No Part 1

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 20, 2007

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Walking with God when we do not get the answer we want.

Faith When the Answer Is No Part 1 Introduction This message comes out of a personal experience that I have had recently. I am sharing this with you in hope that when things do not go as you hoped that your faith is not shaken. I may not be able to complete the message today, but hopefully what ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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