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Balak's Inquiries Relative To The Service Of God, And Balaam's Answer. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Dec 27, 2004

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This Sermon is #18 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON XVIII. Balak’s inquiries relative to the service of God, and Balaam’s answer, briefly considered. Micah vi. 6, 7, 8. "Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embarrassed At Christmas Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Dec 30, 2004

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IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS (Part 2) If you and I are to keep from being embarrassed at Christmas, we need to learn to give in the same way God has given to us. Selfless giving follows God’s example. God hasn’t given us anything waiting

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been embarrassed a Christmas? Has you found yourself “red faced” and it wasn’t due to the cold? Unfortunately many of us have fallen into the commercial Christmas mentality and find ourselves overly self-conscious and uncomfortable if we receive an unexpected gift ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Basic Training: The Bible Is God's Word Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 1, 2005

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This is the first of a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03)

BASIC TRAINING: THE BIBLE IS GOD’S WORD PSALMS 119:9-16 & 2 TIMOTHY 3:16-17 NOTE: The drama used in this sermon can be obtained from www.willowdrama.com INTRODUCTION OF THE SERIES: Vince Lombardi, who was the head football coach of the Green Bay Packers for many years, produced one NFL ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian Church

It's A New Year

Contributed by Rick Lancaster on Jan 7, 2005

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Every year we fail to fulfill our New Year’s resolutions to change something in our lives because we are trying to change the wrong things for the wrong reasons. God wants us to be conformed into the image of His Son Jesus, and our resolutions, commitmen

IT’S A NEW YEAR 2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Introduction Here we are on the first Sunday of 2005. It’s a new year! And that is the title for today’s message: ‘It’s a New Year’. How ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Basic Training: Jesus Is Our Savior Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 15, 2005

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This is the 3rd of a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03)

BASIC TRAINING #3 - JESUS IS SAVIOR ISAIAH 53:4-6; LUKE 19:10; 1 TIMOTHY 1:15 (Note: Drama "Another Day at the Bus Stop" can be purchased from www.willowdrama.com. Movie clips are used by permission through CVLI) INTRODUCTION: (Master & Commander clip: Chap: 15 Start: 0:49:47 End: 0:53:20 -3:43 ) ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6

Denomination: Christian Church

The Ram Will Be Provided

Contributed by Jose Rodriguez on Jan 28, 2005

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God will meet your needs!

The Ram will be Provided Text: Gen. 22:1- Introduction: A. Abraham the spiritual traveler Abraham is an wonderful character study for us, and is important because he was chosen of God to become the father of a new spiritual people (You and I) Seeds were planted in his heart from which were to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Basic Training: Satan Is Our Adversary Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 29, 2005

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This is the 4thof a 5 part series on basic bible doctrines for our new congregation. (New Church Plant as of 4-6-03) {This message was preached by our Family Pastor- Scott Park}

“Our Adversary – Satan” Bible Boot Camp Series – Week 4 January 23, 2005 INTRO: Illustration: “In the Dark” A young soldier and his commanding officer got on a train together. The only available seats were across from an attractive young lady who was traveling with her grandmother. As the four ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Christian Church

What Would God Say About.. Abortion Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Jan 29, 2005

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1st in 5 lessons prepared and delivered at InSight - Discovery Christian Church’s Believer’s Service. This message, given during Sanctity of Human Life week, is a Biblical perspective on abortion.

"What Would God Say About... Abortion?" Insight Service - Discovery Christian Church - January 27, 2005 DEUTERONOMY 18: 9 - 13 INTRODUCTION: (Please turn to text) Several years ago, there was a motion picture entitled, "Who’s Life Is It, Anyway?" It was a film starring Richard Dryfuss, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:9-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Happy Renew Year

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Feb 3, 2005

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God is a God of new things, and renewal is part of His working in us and in creation

Happy ReNew Year TCF Sermon January 2, 2004 Rev. 21:5 He who was seated on the throne said, "I am making everything new!" Then he said, "Write this down, for these words are trustworthy and true." I trust that this morning, on this first Sunday of the New Year, the words we hear will also be ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Uncommon Wisdom

Contributed by Mike Hays on Feb 14, 2005

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Walking with God gives us an uncommon wisdom for living life that is not available to us through any other means.

Uncommon Wisdom Proverbs 16:16-20 I have been so blessed throughout my life to have people in my life who have been willing to teach me. I’m not talking about lessons learned from books, although I’ve learned some good lessons from classes that I’ve had throughout the years. The lessons that have ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Worshiping In Truth

Contributed by Chip Monck on Feb 15, 2005

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Reflecting on worshiping God in truth (preceeded the week before by a sermon on worshiping in spirit).

WORSHIPING IN TRUTH John 4:21-24 One more worship Top Ten List for you. These are the Top Ten Indications That Your Worship Service Might Be a Bit Too Relaxed. Top Ten Indications That Your Worship Service Might Be a Bit Too Relaxed: 10. The choir wears bath robes and bunny slippers! 9. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Da Vinci Code: Faith, Fact, Or Fiction?

Contributed by Hal Seed on Feb 16, 2005

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Two years ago, author Dan Brown wrote a novel that debuted at the top of the NY Times bestseller list. The Da Vinci Code has sold over 10 million copies, it’s been translated into over 40 languages. It’s a book that has become a catalyst for all kinds of

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Expectancy Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 26, 2005

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The world we live in today is not a friend of grace. It is very antagonistic to the Kingdom of God and to conservative Christians. However, although we live among a people who have hearts that disregard the things and the people of God, we can have exp

Turn your Bibles to Jeremiah 29:11-13 Title: The Necessity of Expectancy Theme: The Need of Seeing Vision Through “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call upon Me and come and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Generation

Contributed by Nathan Foy on Aug 31, 2005

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The Bible describes the generation of the last days to be wicked, are we that generation?

End Generation This Wicked Generation, Proof We Are In The Last Days One of the most obvious prophecies that are being fulfilled today is the description of the last days generation. Let’s take a look at 2 Timothy 3:1-9 which says, "But know this, that in the last days perilous times will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Change Loks Like Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Sep 2, 2005

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Think about the one thing in yourself that you would most like to see changed before you get too old. Or better, what would those closest to you say that they would like to see changed in your life?

About 30 years ago, I started to see poems and prayers pop up on my mom’s refrigerator. They read something like this: “Lord, don’t me become a mean old woman. Help me become sweeter and sweeter as I grow older and older.” I called her yesterday and asked her about those poems and prayers. My ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

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