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A Reasonable Thing To Do

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 22, 2005

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If God thought well enough of me to send His Son to die for my sins, It’s reasonable for me to sacrifice myself to Him.

A REASONABLE THING TO DO Rom 12:1-2 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Most Important Thing

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on Oct 8, 2005

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The world has gone crazy! Everything has to be instant and we want things to be done yesterday! What was meant to save time now takes up our time (email, cell phones). Jesus tells us above all the noise of life: “What is the most important thing?”

Introduction: The world has gone crazy! Everything has to be instant and we want things to be done yesterday! What was meant to save time now takes up our time (email, cell phones). We have heard two messages: ‘Sabbath’ and ‘Feet of Jesus’. I want to reinforce today so that it is heard above ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Charismatic

Renewal Is A Good Thing

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 25, 2005

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This is a vow renewal service for a couple who has been married for 17 years.

Tom & Trudy Bramer October 23, 2005 Husband & Wife Enter Together… Welcome & Prayer – Steve Tom & Trudy this is a very special day. AND – you are 2 special people and I know that is true, because you were in my life group for 2 years. I love you guys you are awesome. Tom & Trudy 17 years ago ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Things God Delights In

Contributed by Ramsey Ledford on Jul 14, 2005

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To often people are consumed with their status in society or the way people percieve them to be when we should first and formost be concerned with how well we please God.

“The Things God Delights In” #1) How well do you know Him? “SECURE ATTENTION” A) Right or wrong there is one thing that almost all people want. 1) Most of us want to be known, we like popularity but there’s more to it than just that. 2) We don’t just want to be known we want to be ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Groaning Is A Godly Thing

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 14, 2005

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In this sermon I address the idea of complaining and groaning in a decaying world. How do we approach and deal with pain?

July 14, 2005 Romans 8:18-25 I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The Danger Of Little Things Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 21, 2005

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Beware of the yeast of the Pharisees- build your faith upon the Word of God, not signs. Pay attention to the works of God in our lives.

On Colorado’s Long Peak lie the remains of a giant 400-year-old tree. Age, storms, and avalanches couldn’t bring it down. What did? A tiny beetle you could crush under your foot. It ate right through the bark and devoured its heart. Be careful of little things. • Little attitudes; but if you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:14-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Love That Changes Things Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 3, 2005

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God’s Love will change everything if we allow Him to love us!

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 • I hope that all who were able to come to Revival services came here this morning with a new or renewed passion for Jesus! • Today we are going to build on what we learned during Revival as we continue in our series in 1 John. • What is it that can change people? What can ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

First Things First

Contributed by Larry La Douceur on Nov 6, 2005

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Some form of the word “Seek” is used in the Bible over 150 times, therefore when we encounter a verse that clearly states we are to “seek first” something, that should clearly get our attention.

First Things First Introduction Matthew 6:33 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. The bible in different ways tells us what we need to seek for and what we should not seek. Examples – Leviticus 19:31 “‘Do not turn to mediums or seek ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Shaking Things Up! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 15, 2005

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What might be the significance of the miracles that occurred when Jesus died?

Last time we considered the miracle of the darkness that covered the face of the land for some three hours, while Jesus paid the price for the sins of the world. We noted that He suffered the horror of hell itself for our sake, and after having fully paid the price for our sins, and only after ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51-54

Denomination: Baptist

"Remembering The Important Things" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 31, 2005

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As we gather to receive communion, what things should we remember?

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches April 3, 2005 Daylight Savings Time Begins Communion Sunday “Remembering the Important Things” Luke 22:1-20 INTRODUCTION: We had a speaker at our school one day who had lived in Duncan Falls when he was in the third grade. I didn’t recognize his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Prayer Changes Things

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Apr 7, 2005

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How Praying for the in-filling of the Holy Ghost is a much needed tool for the borned again!!

PRAYER CHANGES THINGS ACTS 4:31 When you try to do something without praying, what happens??? But have you ever noticed the difference of what happens when we pray first??? You can try your very best and your very hardest, and with the most effort, and the most perfection, that you think ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hardest Thing Is To Begin

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 24, 2004

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At this point in time, God chose Joshua to be a successor of Moses in leadership. This is the first time for Joshua to lead this large number of people to enter Canaan that why God assured him of His presence to succeed.

Illustration: New job, new married couple, & Joshua to be a successor of Moses. I. His awareness of new things handed to him (vs.1-2) 1. A new responsibility 2. A new place to conquer 3. A new problems along the way (they are unhorsemen) 4. A new adjustment for leadership II. The ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Things First

Contributed by Mike Logan on Sep 28, 2004

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A Message of encouragement for entering a new year or can be edited for a new season.

First things First January 4, 2004 Pastor Mike Logan Welcome Saints……it is wonderful to be here with you this morning. Can you believe it’s already 2004? It’s amazing how fast time creeps up on us isn’t it? Being the first of the year, there are many things that start fresh…New beginnings for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Things New

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 21, 2001

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A simple message showing how God has been working throughout salvation history to accomplish a total reversal of Satan’s corruption in order to liberate us from sin and death.

YEARS AGO, RADIO EVANGELIST CHARLES E. FULLER ANNOUNCED THAT HE WOULD SPEAK THE FOLLOWING SUNDAY ON "HEAVEN" AND THAT IT WOULD ALSO BE AIRED OVER THE RADIO. DURING THAT WEEK HE RECEIVED A LETTER FROM AN ELDERLY MAN WHO WAS VERY ILL. HERE’S A PART OF HIS LETTER: "NEXT SUNDAY YOU ARE TO TALK ABOUT ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

First Things First

Contributed by Jerry Dunn on Jun 6, 2001

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This is a sermon on priorities. God is to be first place in our hearts.

First Things First Matthew 6:33 Most of us live our daily life by a schedule. We carry with us our “Daily Planner” and are constantly making entries so that we will know where we are supposed to be, and exactly when we are supposed to be there! Some of us where watches or pagers that have an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

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