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Behold He Comes

Contributed by Earl Graston on Jul 10, 2007

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Savior and Lord, you must accept both.

Behold, He Comes Three years that shook the world. And the world continues to shake. Has there ever been anyone that has impacted the world more than Jesus? Has there ever been anyone that has caused more lives to be changed? Has there ever been anyone that has sacrificed more? Do you know Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That You May Know

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

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One of the most common phrases found in the Bible is,“THEN THEY WILL KNOW…” Repeating this phrase over and over is God’s way of trying to get us to understand one of His greatest desires. I have chosen one of those great passages…

THAT YOU MAY KNOW Today I want to speak to you about knowing the Lord, and I will begin by having us to consider how well we know those who are closest to us. If you deeply love someone, such as a spouse, you make sure that you are genuine with that person so that they know beyond a shadow of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:10-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Are You Looking For? A Way Back? Series

Contributed by Jay Winters on Dec 24, 2007

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This was the 3rd Sunday in Advent. The people in Jerusalem were looking for a way back...but what God gives them instead of a way back is a way forward, a way on.

In the Name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who brings us the way of His holiness. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, There was once a water carrier in India whose job it was to bring water from the river to his master’s house. Day after day, he would ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Following The Leading Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 21, 2008

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Following God’s lead to obey whatever it takes

Following the Leading of the Spirit Acts 8:26-40 - Have you ever felt that you failed as a witness for Christ? Ever felt that God was calling you to do something but you chose to not listen to His voice? - This morning, let us discuss the importance of following the Spirit of God - Let us be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Biscuits And Mustard Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 8, 2008

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Principles of the kingdom of God.

BIG LESSONS IN SMALL PACKAGES Part 2—Biscuits and Mustard Luke 13:18-21 Sunday, September 7, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Lk 13:18 Then Jesus asked, “What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? Lk 13:19 It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

The God That Answers Prayers

Contributed by David King on Apr 17, 2008

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Prayer is the life line of believers. It is a life-time engagement for all the wayfarers on the road of life. The journey is long and the road is windy but with every step is the comforting presence of the One who promised, "I will never leave or forsak

THE GOD THAT ANSWERS PRAYERS Jer. 33: 1-3: “Call unto me, and I will answer thee, and shew thee great and mighty things, which thou knowest not. “ “When the LORD turned again the captivity of Zion, we were like them that dream. Then was our mouth filled with laughter, and our tongue with ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Behavior Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 18, 2008

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Just how should we as Christians relate to "Others" and "Ourselves".

Christian Behavior Hebrews 13 Intro The first eleven chapters of Hebrews do not emphasize specific commands to Christians. It is pure doctrine and is almost entirely directed to Jews who have received the gospel but need to be affirmed in the superiority of the New Covenant. The exhortations in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Part 1 -- Some Thoughts On God's Control And Why Things Happen As They Do. Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Nov 2, 2009

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Why do things happen the way they do? The book of Habakkuk tells us that this is because God is God and is in conplete control. This is the first of a series of messages looking at how Habakkuk attitude and character changes regarding God’s activity in

The Book of Habakkuk Some Thoughts On God’s Control And Why Things Happen As They Do. Part 1 Habakkuk 1:1-11 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world of more questions than answers. In fact, for every answer we find, it seems as if it brings with it two questions. We live in a world today in which ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How Do I Respond To Adversity?

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 31, 2010

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Paul in his message to Timothy shows us how he responds to adversity.

How Do I Respond to Adversity? 2 Timothy 1:6-12 Introduction We may not be able to control much of the adversities that we encounter in life, but we may be able to control our response by putting into practice what Paul did. Being the pastor of this church for over 4 years now has allowed me to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Showdown! Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 20, 2013

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The decisive, dramatic contest atop Mount Carmel, that compels us to determine who we will serve.

Elijah has been called “the iron prophet.” After a three-year absence, he appears before Ahab; was he finally going to end the drought? The dry spell was indeed about to end, but first it must be established with no doubt as to who is God. The king accuses the prophet of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40

Denomination: Congregational

Mary's Little Lamb

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 5, 2015

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A play on the children's poem but showing how the Lamb was white as snow

Mary’s Little Lamb John 1:29 Last week Gail Thomas came up to me and gave me a sermon topic. It was just a question and she may not yet know what I’m talking about. Today I am going to preach that sermon. Mary had a little lamb, who’s fleece was white as ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29

Denomination: Baptist

Eight Qualities Of Effective Prayer

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

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How effective is your prayer life?

Intro: We all want to have a more effective prayer life. In order to do so, our prayers must have certain qualities. - James 5:16b …The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous one avails much. I. Prayer should be specific. (v.16-18) - Turn away wrath - Provide Mercy • ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Aren't Perfect, Just Forgiven Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 3, 2006

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Part 2 in a series debunking some popular bumper sticker descriptions of the faith

Introduction Last week we talked about the problem of sin in the life of those apart from God (it leads to death/Hell) and in the life of a child of God (it brings a barrier into the relationship God never intended—a lag in the Christian life). We found that the Bible says sin is a condition (from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Fear

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 30, 2010

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The devil is the sinister minister of fear. It's the opposite of faith, which is what pleases God. Fear Degrades our Lord, Destroys our Lives, and Delights our Enemy. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Fear Nehemiah 6:9-19 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Fear.html In chapter 6 it's the devil's last ditch effort to stop the good work on the wall. We have seen him use distraction and slander, and now fear - [worry, anxiety, nervousness.] Twice in our passage we see 'afraid' and also 'fear.' The ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:9-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel: Spirit Led Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 23, 2015

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We have two natures and they are diametrically opposed. The sinful nature verses the spiritual nature. Each nature desires what is contrary to the other. All Christians have this internal conflict. But living by the Spirit brings victory.

It can be a shocking discovery. It takes place in the slums of our big cities. It takes place in upscale suburban subdivisions. And it is taking place right now inside of your mouth. Maybe you have seen the mouthwash commercials that show the inside of a mouth magnified by one thousand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

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