Sermons about Intentional Growth

Do You Really Believe?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 16, 2006

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A shorter sermon about the difference between having true belief versus just thinking you have true belief. Interesting illustration about a pendulum.

Take an empty cola bottle sometime and fill it half full of water. Then, take some vegetable oil and fill it the rest of the way. Then try to shake it with all your might so it will become all mixed up. What happens? The moment you stop shaking, it begins to separate from one another, doesn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9, Romans 10:9-12

Denomination: *other

What's Really Importat Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 13, 2006

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For Paul, knowing Christ, constantly moving closer in his relationship with Christ, and doing so with others was of primary importance.

Introduction I. I personally was not, but I have certainly heard the zeal of some that have been; born in a Christian “home” that is. A. I must believe that it would be a great benefit to have a strong Christian heritage. 1. I was once in a prayer group with a pastor, whose ancestry included a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Boundaries Of God's Way

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 30, 2002

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How do you experience God’s way in life?

This is the time of year when as we travel, we see people wearing bright orange vests, standing on or near the roads that we travel on. In their hands are poles, also stripped in bright orange, some of which are on tripods surrounded by cones of orange, and special devices they look through. What ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:33-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Because I Said So

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 9, 2002

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Don’t let your “sacred cows” keep you from experiencing all that God has for you.

When you were a kid, didn’t you hate it when your parents said "no" to something – and when you asked "why?" they just replied: "because I said so." "Well, who died and made you God?" you thought, but never dared utter. As a parent I have tried to always give a reason – however lame it might be – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Developing A Spiritual Diet And Exercise Program

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 15, 2003

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We discuss the importance of not only learning the word, but exercising our faith (doing it) as well!

Can you tell me what the four major food groups are this morning? The teacher knew there was a shortfall of intelligence after she asked the class to name the four major food groups. Suzie shot up her hand and quickly reeled them off: "Wendy’s, McDonald’s, Burger King, and Pizza Hut." I did a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Advantage In Being A Jew Or A Christian? Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Oct 21, 2003

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Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs. Paul will point out clearly things that we need to be mindful of today and everyday that we seek to becom

What Advantage in Being a Jew or a Christian? Is there advantage in being a Jew or Christian? Advantages are many NCBC, 10/19/03 Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs: YOU MAY BE A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

We Want More

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 6, 2004

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Revival is waiting to break out in your church.

February 8, 2004 Morning Service Text: Hebrews 6:1-8 Subject: Maturity Title: We Want More God has placed it heavily on my heart to begin praying once again for revival in this church. The wind of the Holy Spirit is beginning to fan a flame in my heart once again to see it happen. I now that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Which Side Of The Cross Are You On? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 20, 2005

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Titus ministered in an area where the culture influenced the Christian community with immorality, independence, and idleness. These same character traits exist in our culture as well - placing Christians on opposite sides when they don’t need to be.

Wouldn’t it be great if everyone in the church was like you? I’ve heard it said before that “church is great – except for all the people.” The fact is, the church is the people – imperfect members of the human race who came to Christ from various backgrounds and dysfunctions. Sometimes I wish ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-16

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

I Won't Grow Up!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Sep 15, 2004

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Christians can choose to not grow up. It is important to do your part as the body of Christ and bring others along.

I Won’t Grow up! Ephesians 4: 11-16, Are you ready for today’s lesson”, It comes for a young philosopher and I believe it tells us a lot about human nature. I won’t grow up, I don’t want to go to school. Just to learn to be a parrot, And recite a silly rule. If growing up means It would ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Congregational

Overcoming Fear

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 16, 2004

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What we need to overcome fear

Overcoming fear What is your greatest fear? For our grandson Colton he told me that he was very fearful of thunder while we were at camp. Later on, he said he needed to be a big boy and not be afraid. What is you biggest fear? I want us to look at Psalm 34 to see what it says about fear and how ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Listening To God Series

Contributed by Joe Holman on Oct 20, 2004

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Part 2 of a series designed to help us hear the voice of God in our lives.

Can You Hear Me Now? Listening To God Luke 10.38-42 Intro: New series about listening to God. Many times, people will ask questions like…”How can I know the will of God?” They are looking for an answer to a challenge, direction at a fork in the road, or whether or not to take an opportunity. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Have A Healthy New Year"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 23, 2003

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We need an annual SPIRITUAL check-up, just like we need an annual PHYSICAL check-up. In Psalm 26, David shows us his chart, as he goes to the Great Physican for his spiritual check-up.

“Have A Healthy New Year” Psalm 26 INTRODUCTION: The new year is almost upon us. We often greet each other, “Have a healthy and prosperous New Year!” Tonight, I want us to take a look at having a “Healthy New Year”. Sometimes we need an annual SPIRITUAL check-up, just like we need an annual ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Called In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 4, 2008

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We are all called become mature followers of Christ.

Called In Christ Text: Eph. 1:1-2 Introduction 1. Illustration: A pastor received a call from a church that offered him a salary four times what he was then receiving. Being a devout man, he spent much time in prayer trying to discern what God wanted him to do. One day a friend met the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

I'm Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Bob Lentz on Sep 5, 2007

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Living for Christ gives you a new purpose for life.

I’m Living On Purpose 7-15-07 Series: The New Me Pt.2 Mark 12:28-34 Intro. Hold up steering wheel, hammer and golf club – what do these things have in common? They’re all used to drive something. The wheel drives a car, the hammer drives a nail and the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Chew On This Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 4, 2007

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Part of a series in Philippians, we’re encouraged to "chew" on things that honor God.

Chew on This Phil. 4:8-9 (Davon Huss, SC.com) Rules of chocolate (appropriate for post-Valentine’s Day): •If you’ve got melted chocolate all over your hands, you’re eating it too slowly. •Chocolate covered raisins, cherries, and strawberries all count as fruit, so eat as many as you want. •The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

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