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The New Self Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 15, 2010

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Walking in Christ involves three activities - putting off the old self, having the mind renewed, and putting on the new self. What does this look like?

Introduction How important is what you wear? The answers may range from “it makes no difference at all” to “you are what you wear.” Wherever you stand in the scale of opinion, what you wear does make a statement of what you think, at least about clothing. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Thankful For Jesus: Born Of God

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2022

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The point of today’s message revolves around Jesus Christ being the Son of God, the offering of us to also be children of God, and our thankful hearts in response.

THANKFUL FOR JESUS: ‘Born of God’ John 1:1-18 #Christmas2022 INTRODUCTION… God’s Parental Sayings (p) The point of today’s message revolves around Jesus Christ being the Son of God, the offering of us to also be children of God, and our thankful hearts in response. That is where we will ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fire That Doesn't Burn

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 13, 2025

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Jesus took the fire we deserved, finishing redemption completely—no tasks, no payment—just perfect grace from the fire that doesn’t burn.

I sometimes wonder what it would look like if Amazon started selling indulgences. “SoulPrime™ — Skip the wait for forgiveness! One-click grace, Prime-eligible!” Basic Mercy ships in three to five business days, or upgrade to Prime Grace™ for instant absolution with angelic delivery. And in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:14, Romans 1:17, 1 Peter 2:24, Luke 23:43, Revelation 21:27 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why Should A Christian Give? Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 31, 2004

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This is the first in a series of four messages that emphasize giving and christian stewardship.

Why Should I Give? Malachi 3:6-12 I. A Christian Should Give Out of Obedience A. Because God is Unchanging 1. He is unchanging in His expectation 2. He is unchanging in His mercy B. Because Our Obedience Improves Our Fellowship 1. Fellowship with God 2. Fellowship with God’s people C. Because ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

"The Power Of Perseverance”

Contributed by Martin & Elder Nedra Wilson on Apr 12, 2004

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As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit?

“The Power of Perseverance” Matthew 10:22 . . .: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved. As I got up this morning I felt pains in my body that are a result of sparring in my karate class, preparing for a tournament later this week. Because I ache does that call for me to quit? Many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:22

Denomination: Apostolic

Sinners Sin

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 16, 2020

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Point your finger in the right direction.

John 3:17 For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved. We spend too much time condemning the world we are called to lead to salvation. Jesus only had condemning words for the religious leaders who thought they were righteous and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

The 7-Ups

Contributed by John Beehler on Aug 16, 2002

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Your attitude determines your altitude

The 7-ups We live in a computerized world. You can do almost anything on a computer now. You can book plane flights, do your banking, order almost anything you could want, listen to music, make presentations, talk to someone halfway around the world, almost ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:6-12, Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgive Our Enemeis? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 23, 2003

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A sermon on how we need to be attractive bait to the fish of the world. We need to practice forgievness that Jesus talks about in His Sermon!

Sermon for 9/21/2003 Forgive our enemies Matthew 7:24 Introduction: A. The movie Braveheart is based loosely upon the life of William Wallace, a Scottish patriot fighting for the freedom of Scotland from England. In the movie, King Edward of England takes steps to make sure that Wallace does not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fly Like An Eagle Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 6, 2004

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Beginning sermon in my Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series - what Christ came to do in relation to the law and sin, and what that means for Christians.

Romans 8:1-4 – Fly Like an Eagle There is an old Native American story about an Indian brave who found an eagle’s egg and put it into the nest of a prairie chicken. The eaglet hatched with the brood of chicks and grew up with them. All his life, the changeling eagle, thinking he was a prairie ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

More Than Enough Church Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 24, 2005

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Many churches function on a "survival mode" mentality, rather than a faith based plan. How can you tell the difference?

OPEN: About 100 years ago, Edgar Guest wrote the following poem: "Somebody said that it couldn’t be done, But he with a chuckle replied "maybe it couldn’t", but he would be one who wouldn’t say so till he tried. So he buckled right in with a trace of a grin on his face. If he worried he hid ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:1-5, Isaiah 54:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"There Are No Victories At Bargain Prices"

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Sep 17, 2002

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A sermon that speaks to our need to make the most of the time we have. A challenge to not let opportunities to slip by us.

“There are no victories at bargain prices.” Pastor Glenn Newton 12-26-99 Text: Acts 24:24-27 The title of my message this morning is a quote from Dwight D. Eisenhower, “There are no victories at bargain prices.” This morning this message is for me as much as it is for anyone here, Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-27, Colossians 4:5

Denomination: Nazarene

Journey To The Cross Part 1

Contributed by Joe Harding on Mar 30, 2003

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JESUS NOT ONLY PROMISED THE CROSS IN HIS JOURNEY, BUT IN OURS AS WELL!

JOURNEY TO THE CROSS PART 1: THE PROMISE OF THE CROSS MATTHEW 16: 21 – 28 SUNDAY MARCH 30, 2003 INTRODUCTION: Salvation is free, ... but discipleship will cost you your life. — Dietrich Bonhoeffer He who lives only to benefit himself confers on the world a benefit when he dies. -- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

"Rejoicing In Christmas" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 11, 2007

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We need to be careful how we celebrate Christmas.

A father called a family conference and challenged everyone to be more disciplined in the management of their time during the busy Christmas season and to curtail excessive spending on gifts. He talked about better relations between visiting relatives and a more congenial atmosphere around their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Doe It Mean To Be A Christian

Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 17, 2007

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Evangelism

There is much confusion among the general public, as well as the religious community, concerning what it means to be a "Christian." Does it mean assenting to a particular belief-system? Does it mean consenting to a prescribed morality pattern? Does it mean changing and improving one’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Relationships–all In The Family Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jun 15, 2002

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God has a plan for our family relationships. Let’s discover God’s plan using the acrostic F.A.M.I.L.Y.

An old saying that hold a lot of truth goes: “You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family.” God gave you your parents–your brothers or sisters; God gave you your children, and God has no exchange policy. Your family is yours for life. God has created or designed man to share ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:18-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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