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Sanctified For Service

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007

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Transition: The process of bringing the anointing of God into reality is called sanctification, the act of separating from the world and being set apart to serve God.

Sanctified for Service What to Expect from the Moment You Accept God’s Call to Enter the Priesthood of Believers. Rev. Sean Lester Sun., May 18, 2003 Text: Hebrews 5:7-8 During the days of Jesus’ life on earth, he offered up prayers and petitions with loud cries and tears to the one who ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

On Guard, Alert And Praying

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Dec 2, 2006

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Facing difficult times by being prepared and praying for the return of Christ.

Luke 21: 25 – 36 – On Guard, Alert and Praying Intro: It was a dark, cold, rainy evening in the fall of 1916. A family was gathered in the old log house that had served as the family homestead for many decades. A young couple with four small children was on their way to that same house in a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

You Can Talk The Talk But Can You Walk The Walk Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 7, 2006

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This is the 4th sermon in the series "Momma Says..."

Series: Momma Says… (James)[#4] YOU CAN TALK THE TALK BUT CAN YOU WALK THE WALK? James 1:19-25 Introduction: [For this sermon, don’t comb your hair, make sure your clothes don’t match, etc…] Talk is cheap. It is easy to tell people things; but to prove it, that is a different story. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

From Now On

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

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You may possess resources, something that could nourish and help others. But if it is hoarded and boarded up, that stuff will spoil, stain, smell and be utterly pointless.

2 Corinthians 5: 16 – 21 From Now On Intro: A young woman went to her pastor and said, “Pastor, I really need your advice in dealing with the sin of pride. I come to church Sunday after Sunday and I can’t help to think as I look around that I’m the prettiest girl in the congregation. I know I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To React In A Contentious Situation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

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How to respond when you face sharp differences of opinions with others

What To Do When You Have a Sharp Difference of Opinion With Others (Acts 11:1-20) Illustration: Paul overcame differences with the good of love from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. (2 Tim. 1:5) Few do so today because they end up giving into feelings of anger, hurt or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Perfect Work Series

Contributed by John Edmerson on Sep 13, 2001

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This sermon explains God’s perfecting process for all Christians.

God’s Perfect Work James 1:1-4 John T. Edmerson, Minister Church of Christ Kennedy Heights I. Introduction A. “Work” has different meanings to different people. To some “work” is seen as a highly esteemed virtue or an admirable trait. To others “work” represents something foreign an ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is That An Idol In Your Pocket?

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Aug 20, 2002

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The danger of excessive riches, in luring us away from our God (with a little help from Balaam).

Proverbs 30:7-9 [Note to preachers: This message, though gleaned from Proverbs 30, depends a lot on the spiritual lessons learned from the Balaam incident in Numbers.] Tell the story of Balaam (BAY-lum) - Asked by pagan king Balak to curse Israel - Wouldn’t do it. Then was offered money. Changed ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 30:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Challenges To Your Leadership

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003

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The apostles were blessed by God with great growth in their fellowship as a result of their Spirit applied solutions to a prickly problem. Dr. Luke wrote, Then the word of God spread and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem.

1. Remember that there are plenty of cycles of ups and downs in every relationship, ministry and group. While the first century church grew in maturity they were faced with the tensions between Grecian and Aramaic speaking Jews. The differing tribal perspectives meant that Grecian Jews felt that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Tendencies To Judge

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 20, 2003

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Realize that in the way you judge or criticize others, God will hold you to the same standard. Jesus said, "Do not judge or you too will be judged. For in the same way as you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measu

Overcoming Tendencies to Judge What are the problems with trying to play the role of a judge over others? Illustration:Angry cynical people die young. Men who score high for hostility on standard tests are four times more likely to die prematurely than men whose scores are low. Bottom Line, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Inventory

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Dec 28, 2003

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The importance and blessings of spiritual inventory.

Inventory is of a great value in all aspects of life. Its importance must not be disregarded but must be well-appreciated. Every year end, inventory is a part of every organization, big and small, non-profit and profit-oriented entities. Inventory is a way of knowing what happened, what is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 5, 2004

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Scripture is the foundation for the transformation of the church

The people of God need to stop dabbling in religion and grow in spiritual maturity. We need to stop playing church and start being the Church by demonstrating the transformation that has occurred within us as a result of an absolute, paramount commitment to Jesus Christ. THE WORD OF GOD? 2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16-17, Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Heavy Is That Cross? Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 20, 2004

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We should count the costs of following Jesus. We must live a fully commited life, or our life is wasted.

Introduction: I want you to imagine with me just one moment. Ask yourself this question: “How would my life be different if I fully dedicated it to the Lord?” If you fully dedicated your life to the Lord, would you do the same things tomorrow? How would you spend your time? What sort of things ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Call To Prayer

Contributed by Greg Bryan on Nov 15, 2004

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There are two ways you can see the depth of someone’s spiritual life: look at their checkbook (how they spend their money); secondly, look at their prayer life (how much time do they spend in prayer).

CALL TO PRAYER “The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective.”Ja. 5:16 Kenneth Boa “Spiritual growth is impossible apart from the practice of prayer.” Ministry is impossible apart from the practice of prayer. Lorne Sanny meant that when he said “Prayer is the ministry” There are two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Help Is On The Way

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Dec 6, 2004

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We all need help in times of trouble. We can’t find real help unless we look to God. We need to cry out to Him and look to Him for our help.

HELP is in the Way! Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church* 10-17-04 President Bush- When praying about the war in Iraq, what did he pray? Did he pray for guidance, WMD, etc… A MSNBC commentator asked, “I wonder what he prayed.” HELP! Matthew James wrote his little friend a letter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How We Got Our Bible Lesson 2: Why I Believe The Bible Message

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2006

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We can only expect that a loving and wise God would reveal a plan of redemption to man powerful enough to save him.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Christianity is a religion of the book. 2. What happens when you give up the authority of the Bible? a. You have no final proof for your faith. b. You will deny its contents. c. Your life is a rudderless ship in a stormy sea at the mercy of every wind (opinion) that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

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