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  • Timothy Archer avatar

    #6: Decently And In Order Series

    Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jul 20, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 17,721 views

    This is #6 of 7 on Worship. This talks about not letting fear of doing something wrong keep us from really worshiping God.

    In Spirit and In Truth A Series on Worship #6: Decently and In Order We’re continuing our series on worship. This is the sixth in a series of seven lessons on worship. Since I am purposely teaching these lessons as a group, I want to review a bit for those who haven’t heard the other lessons. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Careful Or Carefree Hospitality

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 22, 2007
    based on 18 ratings
     | 4,873 views

    Are we disciples who struggle constantly to keep up with our commitments to Christ or do we follow Him in a way that our work flows out of His will for us.

    March, 2007 “Careful or Carefree Hospitality” Luke 10:38-42 INTRODUCTION: In today’s scripture Martha invited Jesus and his disciples to her house so that He would have a place to teach. Mary, Martha, and Lazarus lived in the town of Bethany; and Martha the older sister, was the hostess. She ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Get Your Mind Right

    Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Aug 25, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,154 views

    DEALING WITH THE PROBLEMS LIFE BRINGS.

    GET YOUR MIND RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! INTRO: WHO HAS EVER BEEN MAD? 1: EVERYONE a) ANGER IS AN EMOTION b) EPH 4:26 SAYS BE YE ANGRY AND SIN NOT c) ANGER IS HEALTHY WHEN USED IN THE PROPER WAY POINT: WE ALL GET UPSET, BENT OUT OF SHAPE, SOMETIMES WE JUST LOSE OUR COOL COMPLETELY. HOW MANY TIMES DO WE ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    God Calls Us To A New Way Series

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 6, 2021
     | 2,226 views

    On Reformation Sunday we are called to reflect on how God is calling us to a new way of life, a life viewed through the lens of the Gospel.

    Opening Text: Luke 9:21-26 THE GRACE WAY SO FAR Week 1: Foundational – The Cross of Jesus Week 2: God speaks to us – Through His Life giving Word Week 3: God’s focus for us – Being His evangelical and reforming people (church) This week: The Grace way - calls us to a new way 1. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Ripple Effect Of Our Decisions

    Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Sep 16, 2018
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     | 5,992 views

    Often times, we can make a decision and it will have a ripple effect. Vashti made a decision and it set in motion an incredible ripple effect.

    I have often read about Queen Vashti and have felt that she does not get mentioned as much as she should. We often read the Book of Esther and focus on many important people, good and evil, in the book but we rarely talk about Vashti. It is her one decision to reject the earthly king's request ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Dealing With Discouragement Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 9, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,965 views

    Overcome discouragement when you redirect your energies, refocus your vision, and rally together.

    A man stopped to watch a Little League baseball game and asked one of the youngsters, “What’s the score?” “We're losing 18-0,” was the answer. “Well,” said the man. “I must say you don't look discouraged.” “Discouraged?” the boy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Goal Of Our Teaching

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 7, 2023
     | 1,575 views

    Why do we teach what we teach? Are we simply transferring knowledge or are we seeking transformation?

    The Goal of Our Teaching Jeffery Anselmi / General Love / 1 Timothy 1:3–7 Why do we teach what we teach? Are we simply transferring knowledge or are we seeking transformation? INTRODUCTION • Are you the type of person who sets goals and makes plans for your life? • Or are you one of those ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Stay Focused

    Contributed by Elvis Burrows on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 50,876 views

    A sermon of encouragement to those who may be going through unforeseen trials and other life challenges.

    INTRODUCTION Say: Today is a different kind of day in our church - we have always been in transition, well, ever since I arrived as the new pastor and that was expected. But as I come to you today, I believe that the transition that started seven and a half months ago has taken a different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Breaking The Grip Of Fear! Series

    Contributed by Rev. M Edmunds on Oct 18, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,857 views

    For we all are vulnerable to fear, however it is important how we react or manage it when it grips our soul.

    Elder M. Edmunds Co-Pastor of United Ordained Church January 2002 As we continue our subject of “In the Grip of Fear,” my intent is not to exegete this entire Psalm, which has been written by David when he fled Saul and entered into Gath, the territory of the Philistines, and faced Achish. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Seed Dies & Life Begins Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 14, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 26,916 views

    How does selfishness destroy us? How does selflessness save us? How does truly living only begin when the seed of selfishness dies?

    Prelude How does selfishness destroy us? How does selflessness save us? How does truly living only begin when the seed of selfishness dies? Purpose: Jesus taught that self-preservation is self-destructive and self-sacrifice is really living. Plan: Let’s examine the passage where Jesus predicts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Will Long To See

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 31, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,581 views

    When times are tough, what do we long to see? Do we long to hear once more the stories of Jesus?

    Prelude This week several stories of firefighters and a police chief losing their homes to wildfires have emerged. They had no time to mourn their losses, because they had a job to do in continuing to fight. Something greater than personal loss drove them on, they longed to see others saved. When ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joys Of Prison

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 14, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 5,792 views

    An examination of true Christian joy

    The Joys of Prison Philippians 1:3-11 October 25, 1998 Morning Service INTRODUCTION I. The Prescription for a Joyless Life 1. Make little things bother you: don’t just let them, make them! 2. Lose your perspective of things, and keep it lost. Don’t put first things first. 3. Get yourself a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Finding Lost Faith: Lessons From An Axehead SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
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     | 1,612 views

    There are numerous things that can be regained if we apply these principles. Understanding the story of the lost axehead can help us recover our faith.

    Today, I want to share a simple yet powerful story with you. It revolves around a group of young men who found themselves in a difficult situation. They were living in a cramped space and decided to build a new house. However, as they began their construction project, they encountered a major ...read more

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    Keeping Yourself On Track

    Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 18, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,133 views

    How are we supposed to respond when it seems as though a dream has died; one that we’ve poured our very heart and life into? What is the next step? These questions are answered with encouragement in this passage.

    Harry Kemp said, “The poor man is not he who is without a cent, but he who is without a dream.”(1) I will say that the poor man is not he who is without a dream, but he who has lost his dream. If you’ve ever felt that what God has laid on your heart has been lost, then tonight’s passage is for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Our Faith Is Not Based On Our Relationship Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,690 views

    When our faith does not spring from our relationship with Jesus, we will have problems.

    INTRODUCTION • RELATIONSHIP VIDEO (NOT A POWERPOINT) • SLIDE #1 • Should relationships make a difference in your life? Should a relationship with Jesus make a difference in your life? • Our relationships in many ways define who we are. Think about it, to Rachel’s friends, I am Rachel’s dad. To ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ