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What Did Jesus Say To President Bush?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 23, 2003

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The Lord spoke to President Bush’s heart and told him “Faith changes lives!’; “Be an honest leader” and “Make the most of every opportunity!”

What did Jesus say to President Bush? Thesis: The Lord spoke to President Bush’s heart and told him “Faith changes lives!’; “Be an honest leader” and “Make the most of every opportunity!” Texts: Hebrews 10:38 “But my righteous one will live by faith. And if he shrinks back, I will not be pleased ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:38, Proverbs 12:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do We Believe What God Says?

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 20, 2003

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When we read God’s word do we really believe it.

DO WE BELIEVE WHAT GOD SAYS? MATTHEW 7:21 21 "Not everyone who says to Me, "Lord, Lord,’will enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father who is in heaven will enter. Some how we seem not to believe the Word of God. We look at this verse and know Jesus said it, but we do ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:6-12, Deuteronomy 34:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Who Do You Say I Am?

Contributed by Kristopher Morris on Jan 15, 2004

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Who do you say Jesus is? This question is just as important today as it was back then.

“Who Do You Say I Am?” Matthew 16:13-19 January 18, 2003 Three people have been in the news quite a bit recently. Tell me, what do you think of these folks? What do you think about the new Nebraska coach, Bill Callahan? Is he the best man for the job? Who do you say he is? Is he a bumbling ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19, Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Seven Things God Says To You In The Battle

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jan 7, 2006

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God still speaks to his children, even in the darkest of hours.

7 Things God says to you in the Midst of the Battle Pastor Jamie Wright * MFC * Wed. 4-13-05 2 Chronicles 20:14-20 1. Do not fear! vs. 15 “…Be not afraid…” This is God speaking 385 times in the KJV the word fear is mentioned 62 times the Bible says, “Fear not” There is a “fear not” for every ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:14-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Seven Last Sayings Of Christ From The Cross"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 11, 2007

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These are some thoughts and instructions on how to have a special Easter Candle lighting Service in your Church based on the Seven Last Sayings of Christ from the Cross.

Thoughts from our “Seven Last Sayings of Christ” Candle Lighting Service A note to those who were not able to attend the service: We have a special cross that has been made and mounted with seven candle holders. We begin the darkened service by lighting each one of the seven candles on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say That I Am? Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Apr 12, 2007

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Jesus teaches the religious leaders, that what we believe about him does make a difference, he is both Christ and Lord.

This morning we finish our series on Jesus’ “Teachings on the way to the cross,” because we are almost to the cross. This coming Thursday night is Jesus’ arrest and the morning of Good Friday is Jesus’ crucifixion. Next Sunday we gather for the most important day in the calendar for us as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:41-44

Denomination: Methodist

What Would Jesus Say To Harry Potter? Series

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 16, 2007

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This is, I believe, a balanced look at the Harry Potter phenomenon, acknowledging that Christians have supported and opposed it. But beyond that, this message looks at what Jesus might have to say to Harry, if Harry were a real person.

[Preached in November 2002. Stats can probably be updated at Wikipedia.com] Harry Potter. Since the release of the first book about him by J. K. Rowling in 1997, Harry Potter has captivated the minds and imaginations of children around the world. But not just children. Parents, college students, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12

Denomination: Wesleyan

"What Does The Bible Say About Death” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 30, 2006

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Beginning of a series on Eternity and what awaits the Christian after Death. Three points, Death is a Certainty, Judgment is a reality, and salvation is a possiblity.

“Eternity: What Awaits After Death” Sermon #1 “What Does The Bible Say About Death” Hebrews 9:27-28 [Began sermon with video clip - “Ever Think About Dying?” www.sermonspice.com] “And as it is appointed for men to die once, but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

If The Lord Say's Hither Then You Go Thither

Contributed by Charles Jones on Sep 3, 2006

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I believe that many believers today are hearing the call of the Holy Spirit to move positionally into a higher place in God, when we think about the word elevate automatically what comes to mind is that God is lifting up, God is raising up individuals for

Re 4:1 After this I looked, and, behold, a door was opened in heaven: and the first voice which I heard was as it were of a trumpet talking with me; which said, (Come up hither), and I will shew thee things which must be hereafter. I believe that many believers today are hearing the call of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Psalm 100 Says About Thanksgiving

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Nov 17, 2005

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What Psalm 100 Says About Thanksgiving

"Make a joyful shout to the Lord, all you lands! Serve the Lord with gladness; come before His presence with singing. Know that the Lord, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people and the sheep of His pasture. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Let No Man Say..." Dr. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Oct 19, 2004

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There is a high cost to low living. Temptation brings out the best or should I say the worst in us all. Let’s see why!

Introduction When the subject of temptation comes up, what do you think of or about? Embesselment, proposition, the unknown? If the truth be known temptation has no boundries and many faces and all of us at one time or another will be tempted in some way! For this reason James offers counsel to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say I Am

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 15, 2002

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Jesus’s call to understand and accept him as the Messiah.

Who do You Say I Am? Matthew 16:13-23 Great leaders have arisen throughout time: Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Napoleon, Gandhi. Not all Political leaders, but Social leaders: Gandhi; Philosophical leaders: Socrates, Aristotle, Kant, Buddha; Religious leaders: Martin Luther, John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-23

Denomination: Holiness

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by John Nadasi on Aug 23, 2002

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This sermon shows the foundation of the historic church is built on Peter’s confession of faith. The modern church is no different. The gift of salvation comes through faith and love.

Matthew 16:13-20 Paonia United Methodist Church August 25, 2002 Rev. John Nadasi A fourth-grade teacher was giving her pupils a lesson in logic. "Here is the situation," she said. "A man is standing up in a boat in the middle of a river, fishing. He loses his balance, falls in, and begins ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Methodist

"Who Do You Say Jesus Is"

Contributed by Charles Lindquist, Jr. on Aug 28, 2002

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Jesus asks His disciples who people say He is, then asks them who do you say I am?

LET US PRAY: Lord, breathe Your Spirit upon us at this time. Bless now the words of my lips and the meditations of our hearts – give us an understanding of Your Holy Word and lead us in the way You want us to go. In Jesus name we pray. Amen. Jesus and His disciples ventured into the District ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: United Methodist

What Did Jesus Say To George Washington?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 28, 2003

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George Washington’s motto’s were impressed upon Him by the Lord and they were “Deeds, not words”, and “For God and my Country”.

“What Did Jesus Say To George Washington?” Thesis: George Washington’s motto’s were impressed upon Him by the Lord and they were “Deeds, not words”, and “For God and my Country”. Texts: Hebrews 13:7,8 7Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7-8, 1 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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