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The Shadow Of The Cross Over The Incarnation

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Apr 13, 2001

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The full significance of the Incarnation is only seen when its dark side is understood - in the Sign of a Sword to Mary’s heart, the Symbol of Myrrh as an offering from the wise men and the Sorrow of Rachael over her dead children.

If the message of the Incarnation, the coming of Jesus into human experience, had to be condensed into a single sentence it couldn’t be bettered than the words of John: "He came to his own home and his own people received him not" (1:11). In the opening verses of his Gospel, John had already ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Call For Prayer

Contributed by Tony Searles on Jul 7, 2001

based on 146 ratings

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A call to heed the need for prayer in the individual, as well as, the Body.

“A Call For Prayer!” “Therefore let everyone who is godly pray to you while you may be found” Ps. 32:6 ILLUSTRATION: The Posture Of Prayer A certain person couldn’t find the right posture for prayer. He tried praying on his knees, but that wasn’t comfortable; besides, it wrinkled his slacks. He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:6

Denomination: Other

How To Improve Your Scriptural Meditation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

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How to Improve Your Scriptural Meditation

How to Improve Your Scriptural Meditation 1. COMMIT yourself to the goals of scripture. Stick with certain key verses that will guide, assure, convict, and provide insights into important decisions that you will need to make. When I learned how to commit my way to the Lord, my thoughts starting ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Divide

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 28, 2001

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The difference between us and non-Christians exists because there is no substitute for Christ. But through Christ, we can make a difference!

Intro: Even in healthy families, there are sometimes differences of opinion: Which is more important—cleaning the house or mowing the yard? Is it better to save something that might be used later on, or to save space and be more organized by throwing it away? Is it better to put money in a savings ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11, Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Leaving Egypt Behind

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Sep 8, 2001

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Prepare, Don’t Wait, Keep Watch. These three elements of the Passover are commemorated in each of us as we continue to leave Egypt behind.

Paul Harvey tells the story of an old man and the gulls: “It is gratitude that prompted an old man to visit an old broken pier on the eastern seacoast of Florida. Every Friday night, until his death in 1973, he would return, walking slowly and slightly stooped with a large bucket of shrimp. The sea ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Heaven, Out Of This World!

Contributed by Dave Martin on Jan 30, 2001

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Can we pause to imagine what it would be like in an instant of time, to step over into eternity?

"Heaven is Out of this World!" "Left Behind" series Part 4 of 4 Text: Rev. 21:1-3 & Selected Cross Creek Community Church Pastor Dave Martin - Jan. 28, 2001 www.crosscreekcc.org God’s Word is Powerful, Relevant, and Life Changing! Rev. 21:1-3 Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

Be Ready - Persevere

Contributed by Norm Story on May 18, 2001

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The challenge of faithfully living prepared and ready

"Be Ready – Persevere for the Long Journey" Psalm 78:1-7 Matthew 25:1-13 When I was a Boy Scout, I remember how the younger scouts struggled and suffered on long hiking-camping trips; because they always seemed to bring so much of the wrong stuff. They’d come loaded down with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:35-38, Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Recognizing Christ's Worth

Contributed by Dean Shriver on Jun 1, 2006

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I sometimes wonder if I really know what it means to follow Christ. I find myself wanting to give my all for Jesus, but end up giving Him only a part. Too often my devotion is half-hearted instead of wholehearted like I want it to be. I’m double-minde

October 3, 2004 RECOGNIZING CHRIST’S WORTH Matthew 13:44-46 I sometimes wonder if I really know what it means to follow Christ. I find myself wanting to give my all for Jesus, but end up giving Him only a part. Too often my devotion is half-hearted instead of wholehearted like I want it to be. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Baptist

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 25, 2006

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This is an exposition on John 3 showing the importance of the new birth in hopes that many will be saved

WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE ABOUT THE NEW BIRTH JOHN 3:1-16 W. Max Alderman When Jimmy Carter was elected to the presidency of the United States of America, he publicized that he was born again. The use of this term became rather common then and also rather popular. On the surface one ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Help! I'm Not Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Dec 3, 2006

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Preparing for Christmas; using FACT as an acrostic

“HELP – I’m Not Prepared for Christmas!” December 3, 2006 “About this time Caesar Augustus, the Roman emperor, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the nation. (This census was taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) Everyone was required to return to his ancestral home for this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

The Faith Of Mary

Contributed by Tim Smith on Dec 6, 2006

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This sermon looks at Mary and the faith she displayed and garners lessons about faith. It ends with a call to faith in action.

The Faith ?Of Mary Dr. Tim Smith? Luke 1:26-38 Video: Why Is It Me. Why is it me God has asked? It must have been a question with which Mary wrestled. Mary has captured the attention and affection of generations of believers, but more importantly, she caught the attention of God! For she was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Methodist

The Treasure Principle

Contributed by Matthew Everhard on Dec 12, 2006

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This message explores the treasure principle: that the Kingdom of God is so valuable that it is worth any cost in this life, even life itself, to enjoy it more fully.

“The Treasure Principle” A sermon on Matthew 13:44-45 by Matthew Everhard, originally delivered at Hudson Presbyterian Church, November 26, 2006. The Leg: I grew up in Cuyahoga Falls, a residential city where the houses are all close together, and the backyards small. Our playground, for the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-45

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Baby King

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Dec 13, 2006

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Here we see a baby…yet in the same breath we’re hearing about a kingdom. The end times are mentioned even at the manger! Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Template + many more Christmas Sermons.

The Baby King Luke 1:31-33 ----- http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/BabyKing.html ----- Here we see a baby…yet in the same breath we’re hearing about a kingdom. We now know that kingdom to be set up at the 2nd coming of Christ, not the first. Jesus’ first visit as a baby did indeed spark a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessing Of Elizabeth

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Dec 17, 2006

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God’s blessings upon us may or may not take the shape of things we want or expect. But any fulfillment apart from God, will be empty.

The blessing of Elizabeth Luke 1:18-25 Most of the passage we are reading is about Zechariah the priest. However, it begins with a telling statement. In the modern west, our culture serves the related gods of • youth • beauty • health If you don’t have all of these three, you are somehow less ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:18-25

Denomination: Mennonite

Zacchaeus Was A Wee Little Man

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 8, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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A sermon about Zacchaeus. (Focused on Children’s Song: Zacchaeus was a wee little man)

Sermon for 8/27/2006 Zacchaeus Was a Wee Little Man Luke 19:1-10 Introduction: Zacchaeus was a wee little man … Sing the song. WBTU: A. Jesus was often in the company of notorious sinners. (Luke 15:1 NIV) Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. (Luke 15:2 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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