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  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Reconcile Or Suffer - Your Choice

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 23, 2003
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    Find out if the people can give a good definition of the word reconciliation (To make friends with someone who you have been estranged or separated from; to harmonize people who have opposing viewpoints)

    Hard Times Lesson 33 – Joseph, He Brings Reconciliation to His Family – Gen. 43-50 Illustration:A childhood accident caused poet Elizabeth Barrett to lead a life of semi-invalidism before she married Robert Browning in 1846. There’s more to the story. In her youth, Elizabeth had been watched over ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Enjoy The Joy

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 29, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
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    If we have Christ, we should have joy. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the joy. Joy is found in Christ

    3 John 1-4 Enjoy the Joy Introduction A. When is the last time you saw someone smile just for no reason? B. When is the last time you went to the store and the clerk actually seemed happy to be working? C. When is the last time you walk in your boss’s office and he seemed to be in a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Elitist Christianity Series

    Contributed by Dean Johnson on Feb 6, 2004
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    The early church was planted in the Greek culture, and immediately the culture began to attempt to influence it. Gnostics applied Greek categories of thought to the Christian message,emphasizing higher spiritual knowledge, making it "elitist." But Chris

    I John Sermon Series ELITIST CHRISTIANITY Introduction and I John 1:1-4 Pastor Dean Johnson, Lake Pointe Bible Church, 1-11-04 INTRODUCTION What is now called “The Church” was not yet 50 years old when a rather disturbing and even dangerous teaching began to creep in among Christians. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Opening The Dreaded Box Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 4, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
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    In this series it is my goal that you not question your faith, but be able to ask the questions about your faith that you have always wondered, but never knew the answer

    Sermon Series: “Questioning the Faith” Introduction: “Opening the Dreaded Box” Text: 1 Peter 3:15 OPENING JOKE: INTRODUCTION: We are going to begin a very special series of sermons this evening called, “Questioning the Faith” In this series it is my goal that you not question your faith, but be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Pursuing Godly Living Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Feb 15, 2009
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    Paul gives 4 characteristics of Godly living while reminding us of why we should pursue His guidelines and precepts.

    INTRODUCTION A. Our Journey of Life -An infant begins an exciting journey to experience Life –(sights, sounds, touch, even dependency on parents) - In growing, He works to excel in this new Journey - As he grows into maturity & others notice - Responsibilities and Opportunities … to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making Connections Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 13, 2009
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    For some, Paul’s greetings at the end of Romans might seem boring and not relevant. To the contrary, Paul’s connections with other believers offers us a rich tapestry of life and service in the 1st century church.

    Paul’s letter to the Romans was not merely a theological treatise on God’s plan to rescue mankind from evil. He wrote it to people he had (mostly) never met, in a city where he had never been. The purpose of his letter was that of introduction. “Hi, I’m Paul, and this is what I believe.” In ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Problem Within Deuteronomy 5:28-29, 10:12-16; 30:6 Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 12, 2009
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    The human heart -- the internal, invisible center of our being -- needs some work that only God can do.

    Introduction to the Series, followed by the sermon "The Problem Within" from Deuteronomy 5:28-29, 10:12-16; 30:6 Introduction can be used as a bulletin instery Jesus Favorite Book: Deuteronomy An introduction to our series By Ed Vasicek "The fifth book of the Pentateuch is …a new and fresh ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Wedding Blessing Temple Cleasning Series

    Contributed by David Welch on May 3, 2018
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    Message 5 from John covering the wedding and Cana and the temple cleansing at Jerusalem.

    Chico Alliance Church November 14, 1999 “Wedding Blessing / Temple Cleansing” REVIEW The first chapter of John is like the overture to a grand symphony. John introduces us, in this first chapter, to nearly every theme he will explore throughout his writing. I. Initial presentation of the Word and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Jesus Used The Word To Focus People On Love Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 20, 2018
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    Jesus used to word to try to get folks to place their focus on what was important to God so that they would do what God called them to do for the right reasons!

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Imagine that you have lived your whole life with a particular worldview, then one person comes along and lets you know that your worldview is built upon a false premise? • Today we are continuing our Diving Deep in the Word with Jesus. • In Matthew 22, the chapter we will ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    "Sentence With No Appeal" Pt 2 By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 5 ratings
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    No excuses. No appeals. No mercy. Judgment has arrived. At the Great White Throne Judgment, the Bible reveals the time for mercy has come to an end, it’s time to give an account.

    Introduction In our second examination of the Great White Throne Judgment, one thing is evident, the absence of the saved and the judgment of the lost begins. The tragedy of it all is, it can be avoided. The time to correct this is NOW, waiting can be fatal and final! Note with me that not only ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "His Angels..." By Dr. Winson Butler

    Contributed by Winson Butler on May 31, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 1,314 views

    An excuse is a thin slice of falsehood stretched tightly over a boldface lie. When someone says, "Angels aren’t real..." it’s also a lie. Trust His Word and let’s study it together when it comes to Angels!

    Introduction Of all the stories in the Word of God, the most intresting ones are those about Angels. Angels have a mission. Commissioned by God each one has a responsibility and it involves ministry. Let’s examine it together! Main Division I. They Are Ministers Of Worship (Isa 6:1-3) II. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    God Shall Judge

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 20, 2013
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    In a world of abundant injustices; God shall judge everyman according to his work.

    Introduction: In light of the recent murder trial that's headlining the news across America; we must remember that we are not qualified to judge the case or the jurors. The only one that truly knows is God. I. The Examination. .I saw.....verse 16 II. The Experience. .Under the sun......verse ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Self Examination

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 24, 2012
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    Self Eamination

    Self Examination August 17, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Self Examination Focus Passage: I Corinthians 11:17-30 Introduction: I. Intended Purpose a. To remember the sacrifice of Christ b. To bring unity of believers II. Wrong ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    What Prayer Does

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017
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    Prayer had it results

    James 5:16b Introduction: I. Prayer provides physical healing. (James 5:15) II. Prayer brings God’s answers. (Acts 10:31) III. Prayer bring peace. (Philippians 4:7-8) IV. Prayer makes food acceptable. (I Timothy 4:5) V. Prayer Delivers the Persecuted. (Acts 12:5) VI. Prayer exorcises demons. ( ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    The Tragedy Of Leaving Jesus At The Door

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jan 23, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,679 views

    The church has become powerless organization because she has left Jesus standing outside of the door.

    Introduction: (the text is based on the Laodecia Church) John is lock up. The church is lock in. Jesus is lock out. I. The Position of Christ. (Outside) I I. The Proximity of Christ. (At the door) III. The Persistence of Christ. (Standing there) I V. The Pursuit of Christ. (Knocking) V. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist