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Fetching For The Potter, Not The Clay

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 15, 2004

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This sermon looks at how we as the clay need to do our potter’s bidding not ours by looking at the potter’s authority over and love for the clay.

A minister in Texas used a very creative visual aid to start his message. He brought on to the stage a beautiful Golden Irish Setter that belonged to his youth minister. The Youth minister loved this dog so much that when the dog had been sick and had to be in the vet kennel overnight, he stayed ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Why Should I Be Baptized?

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

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I guess my dad summed it up pretty simply. In fact, I was taken back at his statement. He said,“You know how I would answer that question, why I should be baptized? Because the Bible says to do it.”

Why Should I Be Baptized? Introduction: Last week we took a look at several facts concerning Biblical baptism. Just a recap: The Authority = In the name of the Father, Son, Holy Spirit The Method = 5 requirements o Water o Much water o Going to the water o Going down into the water o Coming up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Takers Transportation Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Mar 8, 2003

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Part one in four part Stewardship Series that looks at the four types of stewards in the church today: Takers, Tippers, Tithers, Trusters

THE ROAD LESS TRAVELED STEWARDSHIP SERMON SERIES “THE TAKER’S TRANSPORTATION” I TIMOTHY 4:8 ©Larry L. Thompson (2003) 1 Tim. 4:8 (NIV) “FOR PHYSICAL TRAINING IS OF SOME VALUE, BUT GODLINESS HAS VALUE FOR ALL THINGS, HOLDING PROMISE FOR BOTH THE PRESENT LIFE AND THE LIFE TO COME.” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

"Gates: Narrow And Wide" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 8, 2006

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Sermon 18 in a study in the Sermon on the Mount

“Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the way is broad that leads to destruction, and there are many who enter through it. 14 “For the gate is small and the way is narrow that leads to life, and there are few who find it.” With verse 13 Jesus is beginning His conclusion to this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Orthodox

Earmarks Of The Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 19, 2005

based on 136 ratings

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Earmarks or distinguishing marks of the Christian.

INTRO.- The apostle Paul bore the marks of Jesus on his body. What did he mean? Many commentators suggest that those “marks” were scars from being beaten as a Christian. Do you have any distinguishing marks that you are a Christian? ILL. - I heard it said years ago that if you were sent to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:17, 2 Chronicles 6:17, Galatians 5:15-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Good Stewards Manage Money Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 28, 2006

based on 8 ratings

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In this sermon today I want you to notice six principles of wise money management.

Scripture D. James Kennedy, pastor of the Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church, tells a story of a man who came to Peter Marshall, former chaplain of the Unites States Senate, with a concern about tithing. He said: “I have a problem. I have been tithing for some time. It wasn’t too bad when I was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:42-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Father Does Best Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 23, 2007

based on 65 ratings

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What’s the key to being a successful father? In Psalm 128, there are at least three traits that can bring God’s blessing into your home.

OPEN: Proverbs 31 tells about the value of virtuous wife and mother. One woman has taken those thoughts from that chapter and applied them to her husbands and the father of her children: Who can find a virtuous man? For his worth is far above chocolate. The heart of his wife safely trusts him; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Was Grace That Taught My Heart To Fear

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 16, 2007

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John Newton believed that God’s grace taught him to fear. But we’re not supposed to be afraid of anything are we?

OPEN: Does anybody know what the date was this Last Friday? (Friday the 13th) Both Fridays and the number 13 have both been considered “unlucky” down thru the ages. The number 13, for example: The Turks so disliked that number that they practically removed it from their vocabulary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-25, Acts 1:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Teachable Moments Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 28, 2006

based on 256 ratings

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It’s sometimes dangerous to forget things... and Deuteronomy 6 is telling us how important it is to teach our families to remember that God should be 1st in our lives. How do we do that?

OPEN: I once read the true story of woman who had been just learning to golf. She had been at it for about a month or so when her father-in-law invited her to go golfing with him. After teeing off on one of the holes, her father-in-law was intent on finding the ball he had sliced into the ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laser Surgery For The Soul

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

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The healing of the blind man in John 9 is actually symbolic of the glorious work of Christ as He gives sight to each darkened heart who comes to Him by faith.

¡§LASER SURGERY FOR THE SOUL¡¨ Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) John 9:1-11, 35-38 page 758 in the pew Bible INTRODUCTION In the book of John there is a scene in which a blind man is given his sight and while all of the miracles recorded in John are glorious, I have chosen this one from John’s ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting - A Calling That Is Not For Cowards Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Dec 18, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Be a great Parent! It does not require that you spend $thousands, go exotic places, or do wild things. But it demands lots of wisdom (which God freely provides to those who ask Him for it), great courage, and tons of stamina. Take these three w

Parenting - a calling that is not for cowards Parents - I want to talk to you this morning. I feel a little like the man who reportedly said, “Before I was married I had three theories about raising children. Now I have three children and no theories.” Ever feel that way? More times than I want ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bring It On? Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Jan 7, 2004

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How do I make it through all of life’s struggles without killing myself, or someone else, in the process?

My brother-in-law is building a cabin in New Mexico. He decided to do the general contracting himself to save some money. What he’s finding out is that it’s not worth it. General contractors don’t make enough to compensate for the headaches they deal with. What David is experiencing is the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Big If

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 27, 2003

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If certain things are in our lives then some positive action should take place.

INTRO.- The word “if” is a big, little word. It’s a little word, but can carry a big meaning. ILL.- After visiting with my 1962 classmate, Larry Roberts from Doniphan, MO, I thought, “If only I had worked for General Motors like he did, I could be retired now.” I think most of us have said ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Providence"

Contributed by Quintin Morrow on Feb 19, 2003

based on 64 ratings

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A message on the comfort of God’s providence.

The Rev’d Quintin Morrow St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Fort Worth, Texas www.st-andrew.com February 9, 2003 The Text: Ruth 1:1-17 The Definition of Providence: “Providence is the continuous activity of God in His creation by which He guides and governs it for His people’s good and His own ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Never Give Up! Ever!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 20, 2007

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If you care deeply about somethng, keep praying and trusting.

Title: Never give up! Ever! Text: Luke 18:1-8 Thesis: If you care deeply about something, keep praying and trusting. Introduction Larry Crabb, writing in the November/December issue of Pray! Magazine told this story. When he was ten years old, he first heard Matthew 21:22, where Jesus said, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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