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Partaking Of The Cup

Contributed by David Swensen on Feb 18, 2002

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In our hurting, sinful world there is a great need for believers to sacrificially put themselves out in service to the Lord. Learn more by reading todays message.

After having given their lives to Christ, Robert and Dorothy Hoppe wanted to serve Him. When they finished their studies at the Wycliffe Institute of Linguistics they felt called to serve the Malayo people in Columbia, South America where they would translate the Word of God into their ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Worship That Brings God Into Our Lives As A Reality

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Feb 27, 2002

based on 106 ratings

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Why we need to worship

IT IS WORSHIP THAT BRINGS GOD INTO OUR LIFE AS A REALITY Heb 11:1-6 What would the difference in your life would it be if you began to make worship as your way of life and not just an hour event on Sunday morning? What would be the benefits of one who worships in spirit as Jesus tells ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Getting That Camel Through That Needle Series

Contributed by David Asch on Jan 18, 2005

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Today we will observe Jesus being asked this question: “What must I do to live forever?” Even if you think you know what’s coming, hang on, you may be surprised! There may be some facets to the answer that you aren’t familiar with, and they may explain w

GETTING THAT CAMEL THROUGH THAT NEEDLE Mark 10:17-31 INTRO: Throughout his history, man’s quest has been the answer to this question: “How can I live forever?” It used to be mummification and the fountain of youth. Today, for $100,000 you can be frozen ($50,00 for head only) SI reports that Ted ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Staff Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 2, 2002

based on 110 ratings

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From the moment God asked Moses, "What’s in your hand," the life of Moses was never to be the same again. That simple shepherd’s staff was the tool by which God shook the foundations of mighty empire, but there was something Moses needed to do first. What

This past week I got to wondering about a few things… for instance: 1. If you throw a cat out a car window, does it become cat litter? 2. When a cow laughs, does milk come out its nose? 3. Since a fool and his money are soon parted, how did that fool and his money get together in the first ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Concentrating On Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Dec 10, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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Nothing should be more important in your life than to concentrate on Christ – Who He is and what your relationship to Him is. He is so important that He is the central theme of Scripture, the supreme message of the church, and the solitary song of the sou

Concentrating on Christ I Corinthians 2:2 INTRODUCTION: Spurgeon said, “Christ is the great central fact in the world’s history; to Him everything looks forward or backward.” Paul declared “For I decided to concentrate only on Jesus Christ and his death on the cross.” Nothing is more important in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Word Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 16, 2005

based on 17 ratings

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Though everyone had written Jesus off after He was crucified, He surprised them all through rising from the dead. Through His resurrection, Jesus had "The Last Word!"

Pastor Craig Baynham, tells the story of an uncle who one day was leisurely driving his convertible in the mountains. He had his top down, his radio turned up loud, and was enjoying to the full the beauties of the winding mountain road on which he was driving. So intent was he on the scenery, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Lost Sheep, Silver And Sons

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 29, 2005

based on 54 ratings

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An evangelistic sermon for a Baptismal service covering the lost sheep, the lost coin and the prodigal son. Email me for images for accompanying ’prodigal daughter’.

Lost sheep, silver and sons. WBC 31/07/05am. Baptism of Barry and Heather Mann. Luke 15:1-32 Philip Yancey tells the story of a prodigal daughter who grows up in Traverse City, Michigan. Disgusted with her old fashioned parents who overreact to her nose ring, the music she listens to, the length ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

"Finding The Path"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002

based on 95 ratings

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Discovering the will of God

“Finding the Path” A minister was asked to conduct a service at a mental institution. Things went well until the sermon. He began his message with a rhetorical question: “Why are we here?” A patient responded, “Because we’re not all there!” Purpose in life is a challenge for most of us. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16-17, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Congregational

The Heart Of A Man Of God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 5, 2003

based on 164 ratings

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This is an introductory sermon for the book of Romans. I am looking at the heart of Paul

INTRODUCTION • It has been said that the pen is mightier than the sword. In many cases that can be a true statement. A sword put in the hands of another person has the power to take life, but the sword does not have the power to truly change a life. • The pen put in the wrong hands can destroy a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Laying The Foundation In Prayer Series

Contributed by David Hughes on Jan 26, 2004

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How should we respond to the knocks we receive in life? What is the key to building the Church and Christian character? Answer: prayer! We look at the Nehemiah approach.

"Building the church, building Christian character" - Nehemiah 1 [Minister stands right up front with ’lollipop’ microphone in news reporter style] "It has been described as one of the great tragedies and scandals of our time. The once proud city of Jerusalem still lies in ruins more than a ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

6 Pentecost, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jul 11, 2003

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We learn from Jesus that life is a balance involving, among other things, rest and compassionate servanthood.

Sermon for 6 Pent Yr B, 20/07/2003 Based on Mk 30-34, 53-56 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson According to Bill Heider, “The only thing wrong with being retired is that you never get a day off.” I know in my conversations with some of you, you have ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Come Now Is The Time To Worship Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 4, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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Isaiah’s expereience of worship boiled down to 3 things: seeing, sanctifying and serving. No matter what else worship is, it should include these.

Isaiah 6:1-8 – Come Now is the Time to Worship I came across some definitions of things we use in the church. MAGI: The most famous trio to attend a baby shower. MANGER: 1. Where Mary gave birth to Jesus because Joseph didn’t have private health cover. 2. The Biblical proof that holiday travel ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8, John 4:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Day Of Rest Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 14, 2003

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Commandment #4 and its implication for today

INTRODUCTION • How many of us have wished for more hours in the day? We think if we have more time we could get more done! More hours in the day would just make for a more hectic day for most of us. • How many of us feel like our batteries are about to run down? Our lives seem to be more hectic ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planning For The New Year

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 2, 2003

based on 56 ratings

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As we consider the resolutions and plans we are making for the New Year ahead we need to realize that planning is important and that there is a right and wrong way to plan.

PLANNING FOR THE NEW YEAR JAMES 4:13-17 Introduction: Most of us make resolutions and plans for the coming new year ¡V things we resolve to do and plans we intend to carry out. At the beginning of a new year, a high school principal decided to post his teachers¡¦ new year¡¦s resolutions on the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

No Graven Images

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 27, 2003

based on 45 ratings

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A sermon on the second of the Ten Commandments, No Idols or no graven images

No Graven Images Exodus 20:4-6 Evening Service for 1/26/03 Introduction: If you were to draw a picture of God, what would you draw? Would this display everything about God? What would be missing from your picture? What would you think if I took that same picture and bowed down and worshipped ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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