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A Look Back Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jan 8, 2007

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First of a two part series at the beginning of the new year. Three questions to ask ourselves about how we’ve been doing spiritually -- a "New Year’s check up" on the status quo.

Trinity Baptist Church January 7, 2006 A Look Back Psalm 39:4-6 Patty and I joined a gym a while back. There’s something different about this one. You don’t just join and then show up and begin working out on your own. Early in your membership, you have an appointment, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Three In One

Contributed by Chris Willis on Sep 12, 2007

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There are certain beliefs that we hold that make us ONE. The doctrine of the Trinity is one such belief.

ONE The Three In One Ephesians 4:4-6 This morning as we enter into a new season as a church, we’re beginning a new mini-series as we journey through Paul’s letter to the Ephesian church. The Mini-series is called ONE and is based on ONE long sentence (like only the apostle Paul can write) that has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Camel Squeezed Out From Tail To Snout

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Oct 10, 2007

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Jesus call to discipleship is a call of sacrifice. Anything that stands in the way of answering that call must be deserted. This truth is shown through the encounter of Jesus with the rich young ruler.

Little did I know when I planned this sermon, that we would have a live camel at VBS this year. At any rate, I want to tell you a story. It is the story of the ill-fated Franklin expedition to the Arctic in 1845. That odyssey was a turning point in Arctic exploration because of its well-publicized ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah - The Last Day Church Series

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 23, 2007

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An introductory sermon on the Prophet Elijah. The prophet Malachi likens Elijah as one who will come before the Day of the Lord.Here are eight comparisons that we can see in the lives of Elijah and John from which we can draw parallels of the Last Day Chu

THE ELIJAH CHURCH - A LAST DAY CHURCH We are commencing a series on the Prophet Elijah as a type of the Last Day Church. The prophet Malachi likens Elijah as one who will come before the Day of the Lord. Malachi 4:5 Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the coming of the great and ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Da Vinci Code: Is The New Testament Reliable?

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 23, 2006

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There are a lot of myths and doubt floating around about the New Testament. The reality is it is reliable, true and life giving!

Is The Bible Reliable? May 21, 2006 1 John 1 1That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. 2The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

"Heaven Is Even Better Than You Imagine” Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 31, 2006

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# 3 in series on Eternity. Deals with the glory of heaven.

“Eternity: What Awaits After Death” Sermon # 3 “Heaven is Even Better Than You Imagine” Luke 16:19-26 Today we return to our series “Eternity: What Awaits After You Die” and today we return again to Luke 16:19-31 to look at two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Fan Into Flame The Gift Of God

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 15, 2006

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Pentecost 20(C) - The apostle Paul reminds believers to fan into flame the gift of God. God’s gift is a simple, saving faith. God guards our simple, saving, strong faith.

FAN INTO FLAME THE GIFT OF GOD October 22, 2006 - PENTECOST 20 - 2 Timothy 1:5-14 * * * * * * * * * Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Each and every one of us enjoys getting gifts. The fact is we may even enjoy getting them a little too ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5-14

Denomination: Lutheran

All Yours

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 16, 2006

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A sermon on stewardship

All Yours For the next few weeks we are going to study the subject of stewardship from a biblical perspective. Some of you will get all nervous because you think I’m going to talk about money. I think the church must be very careful to teach a clear message stewardship that is biblically based ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: *other

God's Indescribable Gift – A Gift Worth Waiting For Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006

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The anticipation of Christmas is growing, but God’s gifts are always worth waiting for. While God’s timing may be inconvienent it is always perfect.

GOD’S INDESCRIBABLE GIFT – A Gift Worth Waiting For Luke 2:1-7 INTRODUCTION: The anticipation level is increasing around our house. There are only 20 days left until Christmas! (In addition to the countdown to Christmas we have other countdowns happening at our house; the countdown stands at zero ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Navigating A New Course Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jan 15, 2006

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3 of 5 messages on 1 Peter 1 & 2. This message is on the corporate and individual responsibility we have to live with respect for God. The second message on Valuable Cargo was given by a guest speaker.

Voyage to Eternity Navigating a New Course 1 Peter 1:17-21 This is the third in our series on the Voyage to Eternity. We began with “From a Rock to a Good Place” on New Years Day as we discovered that the church is the vessel that transports us from one world – the rock – to a new world – a good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am. . .the Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 25, 2006

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A series exploring the seven miracles, and seven "I Am" statements in the Gospel of John. This message reflects on Jesus statement that "I am the bread of life."

(Preview flow of sermon series – Miracles w/ “I Am” statements) Pick-up the reading in John 6:15 (read through verse 27). Jesus hasn’t made the significant “I am. . .” statement yet at this point, but He is leading up to it and has begun to refer to this food that endures forever. This thing ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-59

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Sabbath Healing Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006

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This message talks about how all the commands and laws that God has given to us are to be understood as applications and examples of how to follow the greatest commandment: loving God and loving neighbour.

“A Sabbath Healing” John 5: 1 – 18 Introduction Recently my wife and I watched the movie Luther. Do you know the story of Martin Luther? Most of you probably know something about him. Martin Luther was a 16th century monk, priest, and theology professor. You may know him as the one who wrote the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing To Build - 3

Contributed by Jonathan Falwell on Aug 8, 2007

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In Order To Build Up, You Have To Dig Down!

Preparing To Build, Part 3 In Order To Build Up, You Have To Dig Down! Today, we continue our series about building. Two weeks ago, we started talking about building. Talking about the importance of building our church for God and building our lives for God. Our theme verse for this series is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Why Didn't God Pull The Weeds? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 12, 2007

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This 2nd parable of Christ’s tells of an enemy that sowed "weeds" in the field of the Son of Man. But in the parable Christ instructs his laborers (the angels) not to yank out the weeds? How come?

OPEN: I’m told there are only two vegetables that are “perennial” - they don’t have to be replanted to produce on their own- several growing seasons. All other vegetables must be replanted every year. Quiz: What are the only two vegetables that don’t have to be replanted? (Rhubarb/ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gaining Victory Over Depression Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 29, 2007

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Using Neil Anderson’s book "Overcoming Depression" to help gain victory over the spiritual and emotional battle of depression.

We are concluding our series “Victory in Jesus” this week, I am actually cutting the series short because Mother’s Day is next week. I didn’t think we would want to be studying depression on Mother’s Day. Our series has focused on God’s promise that through Jesus we have victory over sin and the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:1-33

Denomination: Methodist

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