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Who Are You? Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 8, 2006

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When we encounter Jesus we are called to identify ourselves completely with him -- who we are is defined by who he is.

John 1: 19 – 34; Philippians 3: 4b – 11 Introduction: Identifying Yourself How do you identify yourself? Would you say that you have a strong sense of identity? Or do you perhaps have a weak sense of self? Do you identify yourself with your family background? Do you carry yourself with a sense of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer-Care-Share: My Bookmark Story Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Feb 8, 2006

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#4 in a series. God is pouring out a whole new level of city-wide cooperation amongst churches and church leaders. Prayer-Care-Share is a concentrated effort focusing on "Building Bridges to our Community"...loving our communities to Christ.

PRAYING FOR MY CIRCLE OF INFLUENCE: MY STORY By Intern Pastor Dave Doyle I’ve been excited by the whole concept of churches in Cedar Rapids coming together in prayer. Think about it. Jesus said that wherever two or more are gathered in His name, He is there as well. Now try to imagine the power ...read more

Scripture: John 9:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Christians Don't Pray Series

Contributed by James Hardy on Feb 9, 2006

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Our greatest and our only hope to make a long-lasting difference for God is to learn how to pray. Prayer is not optional; it is essential.

How many times have you said that you were going to become a better prayer warrior? Have you ever heard someone else say it? Even though many Christians have good intentions we often fail. It seems that one of the most apparent areas of poor performance in the Christian life is the area of ...read more

Scripture: John 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Allows Suffering

Contributed by David Mcgowin on Feb 9, 2006

based on 15 ratings

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Why would God, who is good and full of love, allow suffering?

Why Does God Allow Suffering? John 16:33 02/05/06 (with help from author Lee Strobel) When a doctor prescribes medication, it is supposed to be for our good and to help us with whatever may be ailing us. But have you ever noticed all the side effects that come with the prescriptions? You take a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Methodist

Overcoming The Guilt & Shame Of Sexual Sin Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Feb 9, 2006

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The pattern set forth by Jesus on overcoming guilt and shame.

Valentine’s Day is this week so today we’re going to cover some straight talk from the Bible on love and sex. The Bible talks about sex quite a bit because there’s certainly nothing wrong with talking about sex in the proper manner. With all the misinformation out there we need to talk about sex ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

How To Survive The Workplace

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Feb 11, 2006

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How we work on the job reflects how we work for Christ. How can we keep from getting burned out not only in the ministry but also in the workplace?

Surviving the Workplace John 11:1-5 Have you ever just got tired of work and you were just ready to quit? · Tired of the hours · Tired of the boss · Tired of the workload · Tired of the 8-5 then the additional work at home · Tired, Tired, Tired, Tired Then the church starts asking for additional ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Do With 180 Gallons Of Wine?

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 12, 2006

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Jesus and the miracle of changing water into wine at the wedding of Cana.

What Do You Do With 180 Gallons of Wine? John 2:1-11 February 12, 2005 It is two days before Valentines Day and I thought that it would be a good time to focus on marriage this morning. This sermon didn’t come without some real discussion with myself. I debated whether or not to speak ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Experiencing Divine Power And Purpose

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Feb 12, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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This sermon deals with the move of God, and what the chuch can do.

Experiencing Divine power and purpose. John 16:7-11 Introduction God is doing great things in the earth today in preparation for the coming of the lord Jesus. The planof God is working though the believer by the power of the spirit to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Church Of God

What Are You Hungry For? Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Feb 13, 2006

based on 86 ratings

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While we often seek what the crowds were looking for, Jesus offers himself as the Bread of life that truly satisfies.

Introduction We’ve all had this experience. Every one of us has found ourselves in front of the TV a couple of hours after a satisfying and filling supper and seen a commercial – and not just any commercial. You know what I mean: One of those commercials. There it is: a delicious looking triple ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

What Jesus Left Us

Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Feb 13, 2006

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What Jesus left to his disciples when he told them he was leaving, he also left to us:a place to enjoy, a path to ensue, and a power to employ.

Can you remember how shocked and upset you where when you discovered that someone you respected and looked up to was leaving? A teacher you had become used to was leaving. A pastor you had respected was leaving. A boss you had enjoyed working under was leaving. A co-worker you had worked with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What A Difference

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 16, 2006

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3rd Sunday after Epiphany What a contrast between the story of Jonah and the Gospel

3rd Sunday after Epiphany, January 22, 2006 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we have gathered here this morning, because you have called us through your Son to worship and praise you for your ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-45

Denomination: Lutheran

"Caller Id"

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Feb 16, 2006

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2nd Sunday After Epiphany, Series B

2nd Sunday after Epiphany, January 15, 2006 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Lord, in each generation you call forth those to follow you. Through the power of your Holy Spirit, open our hearts and minds to your ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 17, 2006

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The image of the good sheperd is a powerful one that enables us to envision God’s provisional and protective involvement in our lives.

John 10:11-18 “I am the Good Shepherd” INTRODUCTION One of the most common and popular images of Jesus is that of a good shepherd. This image has dominated Christian art for two millennia. If we have seen many stained glass windows, one or more of them probably had a shepherd theme. Those of ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am The Way, The Truth And The Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 17, 2006

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The life of faith is a journey along the path of life with Jesus. It also is opening ourselves up to the truth of the Spirit

John 14: 1-14 “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” INTRODUCTION Everyone is searching for a home, in actuality it is the one desire humans have that cannot properly be satisfied on this earth, because this earth is not our home. In a spiritual sense, everyone is like Patch Adams, striving ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Quenching Your Thirst

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Feb 17, 2006

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Why aren’t we praying as much? We will pray more if we come to truly know WHO the Lord is and WHAT He has to offer us.

Introduction: Illustration BAREFOOT Campus Crusade for Christ’s founder Bill Bright tells the story of “a man who traveled to a certain city one cold morning. As he arrived at his hotel, he noticed that the clerks, the guests—everyone—were barefoot. In the coffee shop, he noticed a fellow at ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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