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"Iced Or Boiling"

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Jul 7, 2004

based on 4 ratings

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“We can’t make an outward difference until we are inwardly different.”

Intro: (Start with Blank) One day three men were walking along and came upon a raging, violent river. They needed to get to the other side, but had no idea of how to do it. The first man prayed to God saying, "Please God, give me the strength to cross this river." Poof! God gave him big arms and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Misinterpretation/Misrepresentation: It's All About Truth Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 7, 2008

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| 9,621 views

This series focuses on how we deceive ourselves and subsequently others. Part 1 focuses on how we are deceived by our five senses.

Misinterpretation; Misrepresentation: It’s About The Truth Scripture: Galatians 2:20; John 16:13; Genesis 27 Introduction I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me; and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Your Purpose

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Apr 7, 2006

based on 17 ratings

| 7,029 views

Palm Sunday - Jesus embraced his purpose, remaining focused on the goal. So can we succeed if we remained focused on him!

17-year-old Vivian Ip of Inglewood Cliffs, New Jersey offers a heart cry that resonates in the lives of all too many youth. It is an indictment of her American search for purpose and meaning. There are pages of looking, searching, whys, and survival language. She cries in her loneliness and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-34

Denomination: Salvation Army

Why We Praise Him

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Dec 18, 2003

based on 87 ratings

| 31,427 views

This sermon is designed to rekindle our passion of praise by focusing on the what and why of praise.

One of the things that distinguishes the people of God from all others is praise. We who have been born again, filled and baptized with the Spirit posses a burning and blazing desire to praise the Lord. Praise is an instinctive behavior for the true child of God; the true child of God has a severe ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 30:1

Denomination: Baptist

Blameless Living Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 16, 2021

| 3,666 views

Peter called his readers to fortify their testimonies with two crucial aspects of righteous living: 1) a personal, godly discipline that is inward and private 1 Peter 2 :11), and a 2) personal, godly deportment that is outward and public 1 Peter 2 :12).

1 Peter 2:11-12 [11] Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. [12] Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Other

Struggling With Sin Within During Suffering

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Aug 24, 2009

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| 3,799 views

Proposition: When you are suffering, it is easier to agonize over the loss of God’s outward blessing and proper relationship to God Himself, than keep an upbeat attitude and keep from sinning in one’s inward spirit.

STRUGGLING WITH SIN WITHIN DURING SUFFERING--Job 23:1-7, 15-17; 24:1, 4-6; 42:3-4 Proposition: When you are suffering, it is easier to agonize over the loss of God’s outward blessing and proper relationship to God Himself, than keep an upbeat attitude and keep from sinning in one’s inward ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Trusting In The Lord Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

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Trust in the Lord. Inward trust and faith, outward obedience. If we truly put our trust in the Lord, giving up relying on our own intellect, than our outward appearance should reflect this faith and trust.

In Proverbs chapter 3, verses 1-10, Solomon teaches us about wisdom. My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you peace and prosperity. Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

A Heart Full Of Grace Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 5, 2012

based on 36 ratings

| 28,604 views

Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right behavior. Such behavior is the outward manifestation of the inward transformation, & the only sure proof that such inner transformation has taken place.

Matters of the Heart Series COLOSSIANS 3: 12-17 “A HEART FULL OF GRACE” In our text the Bible describes what God expects of the believer in response to what He has done for us by His Amazing Grace. Because God has made us righteous in Christ, He expects us to live righteously or with right ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Service

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 5,611 views

The sermon focuses on our need to share Christ.

The past few years as your pastor have been incredible. This year, my first year as your pastor at Sandridge Baptist Church, has been incredible. Throughout this year, there have been many pleasant surprises and Joys, but the greatest joy has been seeing different ones of you encounter God while ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Harvest

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

based on 4 ratings

| 5,344 views

The sermon focuses upon my expereinces in India

It all began for me last May when God began to direct brochures and flyers about a vision trip to South Asia. Over time God clearly showed me that I was to go, but throughout the months of preparation and even the mission experience itself, one question still seem to haunt me. Why? Why was I going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35

Denomination: Baptist

The Invitation

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 11, 2005

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| 3,118 views

A Christmas sermon focusing on God’s invitation

This morning as we approach the Christmas season. Let us choose to remember why we celebrate. Choosing to focus upon the true reason for it all- Jesus Christ. During this time of year are calendars bustle over with Christmas parties, church services, and other responsibilities. At this time we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Godly Dad

Contributed by Kevin Litchfield on Oct 14, 2005

based on 8 ratings

| 6,972 views

This sermon focuses upon the power of Father God

Today we pause and in pausing we reflect upon Fathers... remembering those who are still with us and yes those who have past on... Choosing today to celebrate the power and influence of being a dad.- a Godly Dad. So what does it mean to be a father? What does it mean to be a dad? Listen to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Message

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jan 9, 2001

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Funeral message that focuses on the hope of John 11.

Funeral Message January 7, 2001 Welcome and Prayer Good afternoon and thank you for coming. We’ve come to share in the loss of Patricia. We’ve come to weep, to feel, and to wonder in anguish. We don’t come today with any glib answers. Let’s face it. This is tough stuff. We’re stunned. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-31, John 11:1-11, Ecclesiastes 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Gaining A Global Focus

Contributed by Jesse Wilson on Oct 16, 2003

based on 69 ratings

| 7,369 views

This sermon focuses on the call to reach the world with the Gospel.

Global Focus: Seeing the World Through God’s Eyes 1. I want to begin by asking a question: How many of you here are Christians? What I mean by that is not that you have joined the church, not that you have been baptized, not that you try to live a good life; but you have repented of your ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Master & Lord

Contributed by John Kohler on Jan 16, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 12,292 views

This outline focuses upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Jesus: Master & Lord John 13:13 In this one verse of Scripture, we learn two important truths about Jesus. These two truths are reinforced by many other passages of Scripture. I. Jesus is Master. A. Although there are seven different Greek words that are translated as "Master" in the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:13

Denomination: Baptist

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