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  • Brian Bill avatar

    The Imperatives Of Worship Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003
    based on 524 ratings
     | 129,310 views

    While I recognize that sometimes a church service can seem dull, especially to a non-Christian, I want to suggest this morning that true worship is anything but boring. The very essence of what worship is does not allow us to be bored. When we come befo

    The Imperatives of Worship I’ve always liked hearing oxymorons, or self-contradicting phrases. The word itself comes from “oxus” which means sharp and “moros” which means dull. Here are some of my favorites. Jumbo shrimp Freezer burn White chocolate Plastic silverware Airline food Sanitary ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Imperative Of Proclamation Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 14, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 6,193 views

    Unless we proclaim the gospel people are doomed to God’s judgement

    We were in New York on holidays a couple of years ago and we stayed in the apartment of a Jewish woman. It was Jewish New Year the weekend we were there so she invited us to come to their passover meal to share it with them. Well, that night was one of the highlights of our trip as we took part in ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Immorality Imperative Series

    Contributed by Christopher Lanham on Jul 19, 2010
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     | 3,717 views

    How and when do we "turn someone over to Satan?"

    The Immorality Imperative 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 Cascades Fellowship CRC, JX MI November 16, 2008 Series: The Church in Crisis A couple of years ago, Rachel and I had a tree removed from our front yard – it was a Chinese elm with a split trunk. The previous winter the trunk had started to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Imperatives Of Salvation Series

    Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Dec 28, 2018
     | 3,102 views

    Commands of Salvation

    The 1st Sermon-The Imperatives of Salvation Acts 2:37-41 Lessons From The Early Church We have come here to the end of Peter’s first sermon that was delivered right after the receiving of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. A group of Jews who were in Jerusalem for the Feast of Weeks came to the room ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Maurice McCarthy avatar

    I Must Work

    Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on May 23, 2004
    based on 45 ratings
     | 55,751 views

    This is a message about the things that drove Jesus.

    Passions of Christ Text: 1 Corinthians 11:1 Be ye followers of me, even as I also [am] of Christ. Paul admonishes us to follow him as he followed Christ. This morning that is what we want to preach on: following Christ. But rather than looking at a copy which was Paul, we shall go back to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    First Person Imperative

    Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 4,899 views

    The psalmist, David, commands himself to give praise to the Lord and we should too, in every circumstance.

    Today you get a linguistics lesson. Those of you who come here all the time know that I don’t stand up here and pontificate on Greek participles and Hebrew verbs every week. First I’m not smart enough, second it’s boring. But today you’re going to hear about Hebrew verbs, because it’s essential ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Indicative Versus The Imperative

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 19, 2006
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     | 3,624 views

    Sermon for the 6th Sunday of Easter

    6th Sunday of Easter, May 25, 2003 "Series B" Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your free gift of grace, which your Son, Jesus the Christ, revealed to us, you have redeemed us from sin and death, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    Three Imperative Words

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 20, 2011
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     | 3,478 views

    Words of wisdom for the Lord.

    THREE IMPERATIVE WORDS 1. “COME” Matt.11: 28Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. A. For forgiveness B. For rest C. For strength D. For drink 2. Tarry Luke 24: 49And, behold, I send the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Holiness: The Divine Imperative.

    Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Feb 12, 2014
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,739 views

    1 Peter 1:15-16 expresses a non-negotiable call to holiness, involving a change of heart and life.

    HOLINESS: THE DIVINE IMPERATIVE. 1 Peter 1:15-16 expresses a non-negotiable call to holiness, involving a change of heart and life. Holy means that you separate from its common use and you dedicate it for a particular purpose. Holy is the way God is. To be holy he does not conform to a standard. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The Imperative Command: Fear Not

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 26, 2019
     | 4,641 views

    There is a literary tool called IMPERATIVE COMMANDS. THIS IS USED TO GIVE A COMMAND, A DIRECTIVE, MAKE A REQUEST, OR OFFER ADVISE. The Bible is so full of the imperative commands FEAR NOT. Faith and fear cannot coexist. Could it be the beginning of fear is the end of faith?

    THE IMPERATIVE COMMAND FEAR NOT--- By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com *Will you agree with this: The beginning of anxiety is the end of faith? The beginning of faith is the end of anxiety? Ever ponder DRIFTING? You know about RIP TIDES? How did we get here? Years ago we sang ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Life In The Kingdom Family Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 2, 2019
     | 4,120 views

    Even when, like the Thessalonians, we are doing well in our spiritual journey, we still need to keep hearing and reflecting on the imperatives and commands and spiritual direction which comes from the Word - because no matter who we are we can easily fail.

    You can also listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Life In The Kingdom Family Through this sermon series we have come to understand quite a lot about the church of the:- • They are models to all the believers in Macedonia and Achaia ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson 2: Now Is Imperative

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2011
     | 818 views

    God holds out lives in His hands. Learning to live every moment to glorify Him.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. God holds your “time” in His hands. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Heb. 13:8). “I am (He) . . . who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty” (Rev. 1:8). 2. It’s never too early to start. a. Mozart at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    The Imperative Of A Sound Spiritual Walk Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
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     | 4,380 views

    Paul is urging Timothy and all of his readers in the importance of presenting ourselves to our Father God as competent workers who are skilled in doing the work of God’s kingdom.

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: January 3, 2001 Date Preached: January 3, 2001 Church: BBC (Wed PM) FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Great Imperatives for Christian Living Title: An Imperative Regarding a Sound Spiritual Walk Text: 2 Tim 2:15 “Do you best to present yourself to God as one approved, a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Madana Kumar, PhD avatar

    New Year: A Divine Imperative

    Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2018
     | 4,635 views

    The creation story is one of the most awesome story that we can study. In the business of our lives it is possible that we miss the presence of such an awesome God in our lives. Let us prepare ourselves for an awesome encounter with God.

    First of all, Let me wish you all a very happy and blessed new year ahead. Well: Here we are. Yet another New year, yet another opportunity to look at the blessings of the previous year and give thanks. Yet another opportunity for us to look back at all the numerous mistakes that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Now Is Imperative Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 13, 2019
     | 3,843 views

    Your past is fundamental to who you are.

    A. INTRODUCTION 1. God holds your “time” in His hands. “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever” (Heb. 13:8). “I am (He) . . . who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty” (Rev. 1:8). 2. It’s never too early to start. a. Mozart at age 5 composed and performed before European ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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