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Seeking, Knowing And Serving

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Aug 21, 2004

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David’s final words to Solomon are, in fact, a primer in spiritual formation for the believer.

An ancient Chassidic parable tells the story of Yechiel, the young grandson of a Chassidic rabbi, who once played hide-and-seek with a friend. When it was his turn to hide, he found a great hiding place where he waited, somewhat impatiently, for his friend to find him. He waited and waited; it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:1-10

Denomination: Other

The Vine

Contributed by Mark Sparks on Feb 1, 2005

based on 44 ratings

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This sermon brings new understanding of the last teachings of Jesus to his disciples.

THE VINE John 15 1 I am the true vine, and my Father is the husbandman. 2 Every branch in me that beareth not fruit he taketh away: and every branch that beareth fruit, he purgeth it, that it may bring forth more fruit. 3 Now ye are clean through the word which I have spoken unto you. 4 Abide in ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Crazy Love

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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Passion is a God-thing that tends to prompt God’s people to get things done.

Crazy Love Text: Isaiah 62:1-2a - "I will not keep silent because of Zion, and I will not keep still because of Jerusalem until her righteousness shines like a bright light, and her salvation like a flaming torch. Nations will see your righteousness, and all kings your glory." Introduction: I want ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

You Are What You Eat

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jun 11, 2011

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Our eating style reflects and affects who and what we are. It identifies our approach to life. Today I’m not talking about Pizza or Shepherd pie but would like to teach about our Spiritual food and the choices we make.

Our eating style reflects and affects who and what we are. It identifies our approach to life. If we examine various societies and cultures, we see that each has its traditional foods and food ceremonies. "I am Italian. I often eat spaghetti, lasagna, or pizza," or "I am a real American. I eat ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:9

Denomination: Baptist

Thriving Right Now With Power From Your Eternal Dream Home Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jan 29, 2008

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We can see and experience God’s power in our life right now.

Building Your Eternal Dream Home Series Thriving Right Now With Power From Your Eternal Dream Home Jan. 20, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Envy Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 24, 2013

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Envy is destructive, & if it is unchecked, it becomes invasive & can even become a dominate emotion. Let's look at this powerful force, this hostile emotion, this destructive enemy through some selected verses in Proverbs

PROVERBS 23: 17-18 ENVY [Genesis 37:1-11; 30:1- ] Envy is universal or possible in any person. Each of us has experienced the desire to have the achievements, excellences, or possessions of another person that we feel are missing in our life. It is destructive, and if it is unchecked, it ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

John Series Part 18 The Subject Of Sin John 4: 15-18 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Mar 6, 2022

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Jesus promised the living water of spiritual rebirth. However, something had to be discussed before spiritual rebirth could be given: the subject of sin.

The Subject of Sin, John 4:15–18 (4:15–18) Introduction: Jesus promised the living water of spiritual rebirth. However, something had to be discussed before spiritual rebirth could be given: the subject of sin. 1. There was the request for living water (v.15). 2. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Christmas Question Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 10, 2009

based on 34 ratings

| 15,017 views

This sermon asks the question: If a child is born “unto us” – if a son is given “unto us” – what does it MATTER?

A Christmas Question Our focal text for today is found in the book of Isaiah chapter nine. It is only a portion of the verse – the first part – it reads: “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given.” Isaiah 9:6 (NKJV) (I have an entire series on the later portion of this verse which ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit Knows The Best Ways To Work With Each Leadership Style

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 29 ratings

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Dwight D. Eisenhower used to demonstrate the art of leadership in a simple but forceful way. He would place a single piece of string on a table and say, "Pull it, and it follows wherever you want it to go. But push it, and it goes nowhere."

The Holy Spirit Knows the Best Ways to Work With Each Leadership Style "When He the Spirit of truth is come, He will guide you into all truth." (John 16:13) Illustration: Shepherd the flock of God . . . , not for dishonest gain but eagerly; nor as being lords over those entrusted to you. --1 ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exiting This World In Fashion

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on May 25, 2008

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Let’s think about how Paul was going to leave this world and how this applies to our exiting this world. 1- He wanted to exit while serving the Lord 2- He wanted to exit while preaching strongly 3- He wanted to exit while compelled by God’s Spirit

INTRO.- ILL.- There was an elderly man at home, upstairs, dying in bed. He smelled the aroma of his favorite chocolate chip cookies baking. He wanted one last cookie before he died. He stumbled down the stairs and crawled into the kitchen where his wife was busy baking cookies. With his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Much Do I Care? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 1, 2005

based on 16 ratings

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Do a wife care enough for her lost husband to follow the biblical guidlines?

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 „X In life have you found there are some things that can be very difficult to carry out? „X Life is not always easy and we are not always given things that are easy for us to do. „X Sometimes we are faced with doing things in our jobs that are difficult to do, but we do them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Need A Best Friend?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Aug 23, 2003

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The awesome truth that God wants a personal, intimate relationship with us, if we will choose Him.

Do You Need a Best Friend? Pastor Glenn Newton August 10, 2003 RO 5:6 You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. 7 Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous man, though for a good man someone might possibly dare to die. 8 But God demonstrates ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Why Are Some Christian Women Living In Hell?

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Jun 4, 2003

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This is message directed to married Christian women who do not have joy in their marriage relationships and are wondering what can they do now?

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks THE MINISTRY OF S.A.R.A.H. (SERENITY*ATONEMENT*RESTORATION & HEALING) LYONS, GEORGIA JUNE 2003 PRAYER: Heavenly Father, I prayed years ago to You, asking You to use me according to Your will and plan for my life. Lord I know that there have been times ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-11, Psalm 64:10

Denomination: Baptist

Increasing Joy

Contributed by Richard Burkey on May 31, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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Increasing joy comes through a growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

Increasing Joy Isaiah 9:2-3 (New International Version) 2The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. 3You have enlarged the nation and increased their joy; they rejoice before ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Waiting On God

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 20, 2006

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Sometimes God calls us to wait on Him to act on our behalf.

Waiting on God OPENING JOKE: A group of travelers were being made to wait on their airplane, which was late due to another flight being canceled. The crowd looked horrible and impatient as the time went on and on. Finally an angry passenger pushed his way to the front of the line, slammed his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Wesleyan

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