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The Transformed Life Of A Disciple

Contributed by Byron Maynard on Apr 22, 2005

based on 138 ratings

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Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. To follow Jesus we need a transformed mind, a transformed heart, and a transformed lifestyle.

Sermon preached 4/05 THE TRANSFORMED LIFE OF A DISCIPLE by Pastor Byron K. Maynard Jesus never hid from his disciples what it would cost to follow him. The Apostle Paul also testified of this when he said, What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Is Not Always Fair Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 23, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 6,054 views

Life is not always fair, what are we to do about it?

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #2  Over the past few weeks as we have been studying the book of 1 Peter, we have looked at how we are to conduct ourselves among and with various people.  Now, if we follow Peter’s instructions, everything in life will be smooth sailing for us, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having Everlasting Life

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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Unless we deal with the sins in our lives, we will be spiritually separated from God.

WHEN IT COMES TO THE LOVE OF GOD, SHOWN TO US THROUGH JESUS CHRIST, ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS ONCE SAID, "I SAW A RIVER OVER WHICH EVERY SOUL MUST PASS TO REACH THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN, AND THE NAME OF THE RIVER WAS SUFFERING¡KAND I SAW THE BOAT WHICH CARRIES SOULS ACROSS THAT RIVER, AND THE NAME OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:22-23

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sanctity Of Human Life

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jan 18, 2003

based on 68 ratings

| 7,482 views

We were created in God’s image and all life is sacred even the unborn baby.

Sanctity of Human Life This is a very emotional sermon for me to preach. Maybe it is because of the many mistakes that I made with my elderly parents and the many mistakes that I made with my own children. Last year at this same time I preached a Sanctity of Human Life sermon and most of you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Legacy

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 19, 2003

based on 109 ratings

| 17,510 views

Every believer needs to look at the impact of how they are living and what they will leave behind when they pass from this life to the next

Living a Life of Legacy 2 Timothy 4:6-8 January 19, 2003 Morning Message Introduction Just before the National Championship game; Jim Tressel gave a speech to encourage the players and raise them to another level. In that speech he asked the players a very powerful question: What do you want to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Church Of God

A Theology For Body Life

Contributed by Robert Odle on Jan 20, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 3,134 views

How do we live out a triune vision for life?

A Theology for Body Life (John 17:20-26) Theme: God lives in community and created us to live in community. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the Trinity is more ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ride Of Your Life

Contributed by Wes Humble on Jan 22, 2003

based on 95 ratings

| 11,208 views

Life is full of ups and downs but through God’s strength we are able to overcome and persevere.

The Ride of Your Life I am reading directly from the web-site news release. ” SANDUSKY, Ohio, Jan. 9, 2003 – Cedar Point will race full speed ahead toward the future of thrill-riding when the famed amusement park/resort debuts the tallest and fastest roller coaster in the world for its 2003 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:20-26

Denomination: *other

Experiencing A Life Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 26, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 6,724 views

1. Prayer is an act of worship. 2. Prayer is an expression of the soul. 3. Prayer is a relationship.

In the Scripture we have just read, Jesus tells the story of two men who went to church to pray. One was a well known sinner, and the other was a well respected religious leader. Jesus interjects some humor when he says that the religious man was praying “about” himself. Another way to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

One Life To Live

Contributed by Brian Moon on Feb 5, 2003

based on 155 ratings

| 59,117 views

This message motivates us to realize that we only have one life to live and the consequences are eternal.

One Life to Live Brian A. Moon In an average lifetime, the average American spends 3 years in business meetings, 13 years watching TV, Spends $89,281 on food, consumes 109,354 pounds of food, Makes 1811 trips to McDonalds, Spends $6881 in vending machines, Eats 35,138 cookies and 1483 pounds of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Romans 6:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Foundation For A Peaceful Life

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Feb 13, 2003

based on 18 ratings

| 2,805 views

God Gives us the Peace that trancends all understanding. In the time that we live in with all the wars, terriosm, politcal garbage, we still can find peace.

Philippians 4:4-9 The Foundation For a Peaceful Life Introduction A. I don’t like War B. Nobody likes war C. I am not sure where this whole Iraq thing is going to end up D. I don’t want to have to live in fear of a terrorist attack by Saddaam Husain E. However, I really don’t want to go into ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Antodote For A Troubled Life

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Feb 13, 2003

based on 70 ratings

| 10,111 views

I must use this period of ministry in addressing those very special saint who are experiencing UNUSUAL TROUBLE and are TROUBLED thereby. I need to address you because You and Your Experience has been Overlooked and given Too Little Attention by the minist

“Trouble in my way, I have to cry sometimes. So much trouble, I have to cry sometimes. I lay awake at night, but that’s alright; Because I know Jesus will fix it after awhile.” Here we are again. I want to use this ‘Preaching Moment’ to deal with what’s going on underneath our skin. So, WE NEED TO ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrine And The Christian Life

Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 20, 2003

based on 64 ratings

| 5,347 views

In this article, I want to look at what the Bible itself says about doctrine, and present a balanced look at the vital role that Bible doctrine plays in the Christian life.

Jesus answered them and said "My doctrine is not mine, but His that sent me." (John 7:16) But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine. (Titus 2:1) Mention the word "doctrine" among church circles, and you will get a variety of different responses. On one hand, there are those who treat ...read more

Scripture: John 7:16, Titus 2:1

Denomination: Charismatic

Little Life In Zoar

Contributed by Rex Williams on Feb 21, 2003

based on 30 ratings

| 15,402 views

LIVING IN LITTLE, STAYING IN SMALL INSTEAD OF TRANSFORMED THINKING CAUSES PEOPLE TO SETTLE FOR THE WAY THINGS ARE-TO BASE THEIR LIVES ON THE LOW LEVELS OF CIRCUMSTANCE AND CUSTOM.

Genesis 19: 17 As soon as they [the angels] had brought them [LOT AND FAMILY] out, one of them said, "Flee for your lives! Don’t look back, and don’t stop anywhere in the plain! Flee to the mountains or you will be swept away!" 18 But Lot said to them, "No, my lords, please! 19 Your servant has ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:17-38, James 1:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Life Stimulated By Joy

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 7, 2003

based on 35 ratings

| 3,385 views

Choosing to live the joy of God in us has tremendous payoffs.

A Life Stimulated By Joy 3 Every time I think of you, I give thanks to my God. 4 I always pray for you, and I make my requests with a heart full of joy 5 because you have been my partners in spreading the Good News about Christ from the time you first heard it until now. 6 And I am sure that God, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Life That's Focused

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 12, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 4,229 views

Focus on God’s joy goes a long way in our troubled times.

A life that’s focused Phil.3:1-16 1Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord! It is no trouble for me to write the same things to you again, and it is a safeguard for you. 2Watch out for those dogs, those men who do evil, those mutilators of the flesh. 3For it is we who are the circumcision, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical Free

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