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Praying To Capture The Wealth Of The Wicked

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Aug 10, 2004

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Without a rich heart, wealth is an ugly beggar so the secret of success is to do the common things uncommonly well.

Prayer point My enemies shall regret my reading this message in the name of Jesus. Somewhere in 2000 A.D. some Satanists gathered for a meeting. They finished their meeting and went away but they forgot a document. A believer found that document. Let me read to you what is on that document; so ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Seek And Save The Lost

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 22, 2003

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Here are some guidelines for how to seek and save the lost as Jesus taught in the three parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin and the lost son.

How to Seek and Save the Lost (Luke 15:1-32) Too many Christians fail to remember that it was said of Jesus, "For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save those who are lost." (Luke 19:10) If we want to be like Jesus then we have to share the same purpose, passion and plan of the one who went ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fried Rattlesnake

Contributed by Jack Allen on Apr 23, 2001

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Just like there are no longer forbidden foods, the gospel is not withheld from you--though you are a Gentile.

Fried Rattlesnake (Acts 10) Do you think St. Peter ever ate a snake? Acts chapter 10-11 it says that God showed Peter a vision of a hillbilly banquet coming down out of heaven (this is how some folks prove that heaven is East Texas, but I am not so sure). Anyway, it says there’s a snake on the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast Series

Contributed by Paul Durbin on Mar 1, 2003

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Message detailing the reasons, responsabilities, and rewards of fasting.

¡ñ We have been walking through Matthew 6 the past three weeks ¡ð focusing on the spiritual disciplines that Jesus talks about in this passage ¡ð giving, praying, and today . . . fasting. ¡ñ Fasting defined: ¡ð To abstain from food. To ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18, Isaiah 58:2-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keys To An Effective Ministry

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Mar 2, 2003

based on 69 ratings

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One major problem that confronts many localized churches is that they are very conscious of the fact that the Ministry of the Church is supposed to be Effective, Effectual and Efficient, but they are at a loss as to how to make it so. So I want to give yo

One major problem that confronts many localized churches is that they are very conscious of the fact that the Ministry of the Church is supposed to be Effective, Effectual and Efficient, but they are at a loss as to how to make it so. Their dilemma is How to move from the Supposed to the Actual. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

0505 Easter V (Rogation Sunday): A Rash Promise Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on May 20, 2006

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Was Jesus’ promise to do anything we ask in His name a rash promise?

Sermon: A Rash Promise Text: John 16:23-33 Occasion: Rogation Sunday (Easter V) Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, May 21, 2006 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. In the name of the Father, and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:23-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Saved To Save

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Feb 25, 2003

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God wants us to set aside our likes and preferences for the benefit of those who don’t know Him yet.

“Saved to Save” 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Who has ever heard of Harriet Tubman before? Her story is an exciting one. She was a runaway slave who was able to get to the north with the help of some sympathetic people both white and black. She was so thankful for the help that she had received that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Made For A Mission Series

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Jun 7, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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Fifth and final sermon in series on the Purpose Driven Life.

PALM SUNDAY 2004 April 4, 2004 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel , Jr. 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 “Made for a Mission” Let us pray. Heavenly Father, we bow in your presence. May your Word be our rule, Your Spirit our teacher, and your greater glory our supreme concern, through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Spirit Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Oct 4, 2004

based on 27 ratings

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Using Daniel’s prayer as a pattern we can learn about the spirit of prayer God requires

THE SPIRIT OF PRAYER DANIEL 9.4-19 Last week we looked at how we can misuse prayer through wrong motives and wrong attitudes. Today I want to spend sometime looking at the spirit of prayer or to put it another way ‘praying biblically.’ PREPARATION FOR PRAYER. Turn with me to Daniel 9 verses ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:4-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Developing A Passion For Reaching People For Jesus Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 19, 2005

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Basic message telling the church that the job of reaching people is up to us!

Developing a Passion for Reaching People for Jesus. Various Scriptures February 20, 2005 Introduction Today we wrap up our series on the five purposes of the church with a look at how we are to be involved in reaching our world for Jesus Christ. This is the only one of the five purposes that we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Call Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Feb 1, 2007

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John provides a description of an time proven evangelistic process. (I borrowed part of the introduction from a Sermon Central contributer. Thank you.)

Introduction I. In the gospel of John, chapter 3 and verse 30, speaking of Christ, John the Baptist will say, “He must increase, but I must decrease.” A. It seems to be that this statement grew from a pattern of life. B. Even as John the Baptist had developed a following, the desire of his ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Methodist

The Savior Of The World Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 31, 2008

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The woman’s bold witness opened the way to Jesus. That stage of belief is only introductory. They needed a personal encounter with Jesus. The magnificent climax is that the Samaritans come to settled conviction & acclaim Jesus as the Savior of the World.

JOHN 4: 39-45 THE SAVIOR OF THE WORLD [1 John 4:7-17] The revival or great harvest among the Samaritans is noteworthy. It is evidence that because of the rejection by Israel (1:11) Jesus moves into a wider ministry. These few verses also indicate two necessary and ...read more

Scripture: John 4:39-45

Denomination: Baptist

Tools Of The Trade

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

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what tools Jesus gives to share the gospel message

Tools Of The Trade Luke 10:1-24 Aug 20, 2006 Intro: As men and tools go, I am extremely lucky. You see, I have a wife who is a scientist and thus works with tools in her job – she uses Bunsen burners, centrifuges, microscopes, and pipettes. A pipette is the scientific equivalent of a turkey ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-24, Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

God-Approved Prayer Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 14, 2007

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Exposition of Acts 4:23-31 about the reaction of the early church to persecution by going to prayer and God answering in a mighty way

Text: Acts 4:23-31, Title: God-Approved Prayer, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/19/07, AM A. Opening illustration: 9 out of 10 American say they pray, 8 out of 10 say they pray regularly, 6 out of 10 say they pray daily, even 2/3 of unchurched people say that they pray… B. Background to passage: After the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Priority Of A Quiet Time Series

Contributed by Greg Addison on Jul 16, 2007

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In order the be strong in the Lord, you must spend time alone with God. See the impact of a quiet time and some tips on developing a quality quiet time.

INTRODUCTION Today we will study another of our favorite heroes of the Old Testament. One of the things that is true of every virtually hero story is that he or she has a secret hideout or lair to which they retreat. It is the place where they prepare, recover, train, etc. Think of Batman’s cave, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

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