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The Promises Of Wisdom

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jul 26, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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The wisdom of God contains promises for living life to its fullest if we will but listen and follow in obedience.

The Promises of Wisdom Proverbs 2:1-22 We live in a day when popular opinion says that “promises are made to be broken.” We continue to make promises, but they are broken every day. The reason that this has come about is because we are fallible human beings, sin has corrupted us at our core, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who's In Charge Here? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 27, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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Women have a proper place in worship.

I CORINTHIANS 11 WHO’S IN CHARGE HERE? I Corinthians 11:2-16 S: Women C: Women’s participation in worship Th: Live the Difference Pr: WOMEN HAVE A PROPER PLACE IN WORSHIP. ?: What? What is being said? KW: Subjects TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 11:2-16 three subjects that give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Face Death Confidently? Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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Second in a series about finding significant answers through intimate encounters with Jesus.

How Can I Face Death Confidently? JOHN 11:1 -44 INTRODUCTION: DRAMA: “Mr. Peepers Goes to Sleep.” It can be hard to talk about death, even if it is “just a bird.” In talking to my father, who is 78, about this message, he told me that when he was growing up death was not mentioned ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Ascended And Seated Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 24, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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The Apostles Creed - He ascended into heaven and is seated at teh right hand of God the Father

by Danny Saunders Since we announced that Ali is pregnant a number of our friends have lent us various baby & pregnancy books. We’ve got baby name books, the girlfriend’s guide to pregnancy, pregnancy journals & magazines & even a book written by a male especially for new Dads. These ...read more

Scripture: John 16:4-15

Denomination: Anglican

Divine Dilemma Series

Contributed by David Welch on Sep 8, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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Fourth in the Romans series dealing with justification of sinners.

Alliance Church June 3, 2001 Pastor David Welch “The Divine Dilemma and the Gift of Righteousness” Romans 3:21-31 I. Receive the gift of God’s righteousness by faith 1-5 The gospel first exposes the unrighteousness of man. The gospel then reveals the righteousness of God and how to receive it as a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:21-31

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Talent"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 9, 2004

based on 34 ratings

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We all have divinely endowed gifts for use in ministry. Is yours being multiplied, or buried?

Let’s begin today, just looking at some definitions so certain information can be established in your mind, to consider as we progress. Talent: 1. An ancient weight and money unit. The talent contained 60 minas of 60 0r 50 shekels each, but its estimated money value varied greatly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Orthodox

"What Would Jesus Do?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 19, 2004

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He would do great things, through you, if you are a Christian and not just a religious person

"WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?” Luke 4:18,19 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon Me, Because He anointed Me to preach the gospel to the poor. He has sent Me to proclaim release to the captives, And recovery of sight to the blind, To set free those who are downtrodden; To proclaim the favorable year of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:18-19

Denomination: Orthodox

Love Your Enemies Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 10, 2005

based on 124 ratings

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Christ-followers seek to model His character when others choose to harm or humiliate us.

(adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series: Living a Life of Integrity"0 SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 5:38-48 TITLE: “LOVE YOUR ENEMIES” INTRODUCTION: A. A truck driver is sitting in a crowded roadside diner ready to eat his lunch. It’s not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Experiencing Easter”

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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Deals with not just celebrating Easter but experiencing it by placing your faith in Jesus Christ who is alive!

“EXPERIENCING EASTER” TEXT: LUKE 23:32-43 Sunday, April 11, 2004 Now I will talk to the adults [sermon follows children’s message] about the meaning of Easter and having an Easter experience. There are three movies I want you to think about. The first one is It’s a Wonderful Life - George ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identity & Confidence In Christ

Contributed by Noah Kaye on May 4, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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A sermon that practically illustrates who we are in christ, why we are worth a great deal and how crazy the lord is about us.

Identity & Confidence in Christ Introduction: •I have noticed that there seems to be a trend in the mindset of many Christians that I think is degenerating our effectiveness. •This trend/tendency seems to be present in many Christians. •I am talking the fact that there are so many Christians that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Denomination: Mennonite

Refuse To Worry Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 9, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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Excessive worry shows a lack of trust in the provision of God for all our needs.

(adapted from Southeast Christian Church’s series Living a Life of Integrity) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 6:25-34 TITLE: “REFUSE TO WORRY” INTRODUCTION: A. One man said to his friend, “I have a mountain of credit card debt. I’ve lost my ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Requirement Of Faithfulness

Contributed by John White on Jan 5, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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A message to challenge us to greater faithfulness in our service to the Lord.

God’s Requirement Of Faithfulness Luke 9:57-62 "And it came to pass, that, as they went in the way, a certain [man] said unto him, Lord, I will follow thee whithersoever thou goest. And Jesus said unto him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

What Wives Wished Their Husbands Knew About Women

Contributed by David Elvery on Jan 8, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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Looking at family relationships and what women need in a marriage relationship

What Wives wished their husbands knew about Women Gladstone Baptist Church - 15/8/04 Screen “Vive La Difference” - We are So Different video before sermon I received an email the other day which I thought was funny enough to share with you ... It was an advertisement for evening classes designed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Baptist

Your First Love: Hold On To It Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Jan 11, 2006

based on 15 ratings

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The most important relationship, the one which will determine where we spend our eternity, is our relationship with God.

AM Sermon Preached at Syria Christian Church January 2, 2005 "Your First Love: Hold On To It" Rev. 2:4, Matthew 22:37-38 [SERMON TITLE SLIDE] On one occasion when Jesus was asked what’s the first and greatest commandment of all, He responded by saying, ""’Love the Lord your God with all your ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Famous Last Words: Follow Paul's Advice Series

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Jan 11, 2006

based on 7 ratings

| 6,662 views

This was my last sermon with SCC closing out a 12 year ministry with them.

AM Sermon preached at Syria Christian Church January 30, 2005 Famous Last Words: Follow Paul’s Advice [SHOW SLIDE WITH WATER JUGS DURING COMMUNION----TITLE SLIDE DURING OFFERING] In 2 Timothy 4, verses 6-8 we read what many believe are Paul’s most famous last words---- [SCRIPTURE SLIDES] 6 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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