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  • Chris Tiller avatar

    Prince Of Peace...?

    Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005
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    A look at Jesus’ statements about coming to bring not peace, but division.

    With this speech, Jesus certainly grabs our attention. “Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.” It’s not exactly what most of us come to church on Sunday morning hoping to hear. To a large extent our families are what make us who we are, where we ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Having A Heavenly Head On Your Shoulders Series

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 13, 2004
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    Jesus gets tough on hypocrisy and worldly desires. All that stands in the way of the kingdom of God must go!

    Does Jesus ever say things that make you mad? Sometimes when we get close to someone and there are disagreements, we get mad at each other. Does that ever happen in your family? Some things have to be said and done even when it makes for an angry response. Jesus knew when to be soft and when to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    No Peace But Division!

    Contributed by Tony Skaff on Mar 20, 2006
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    What did Jesus, the prince of peace, meant when He said:no peace but division?

    1stBBC No peace but division! Luk 12:49-53 I am come to send fire on the earth; and what will I, if it be already kindled? But I have a baptism to be baptized with; and how am I straitened till it be accomplished! Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Does It Take To Be Ready? Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009
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    We need to be watchful and ready for Christ’s return

    “What does it take to be ready? - Luke 12:35-59” Gladstone Baptist Church - 21/1/07 am It is embarrassing when we are caught off guard by our bosses. Do you remember that TV commercial that was airing a couple of years ago about 2 young guys who were playing a computer game across their work ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Prophets And Losses

    Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007
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    False prophets are not just an Old Testament problem. We have them in full force today, in all denominations, telling us that God is “doing a new thing,” misinterpreting Isaiah 43:19 to justify sin.

    Other Scriptures used: Jeremiah 23:23-29 Psalm 82 Hebrews 12:1-14 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) False prophets are not just an ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Responding To Opposition To Being A Christian

    Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Oct 15, 2007
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    Throughout history there is always been opposition to Christianity, this sermon deals with some of the ways we can respond to such opposition

    49“I have come to bring fire on the earth, and how I wish it were already kindled! 50But I have a baptism to undergo, and what constraint I am under until it is completed! 51Do you think I came to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division. 52From now on there will be five in one family ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    It’s Go Time! Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 15, 2007
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    The first 2 letters of the GOSPEL are "GO"! Let’s go INVITE them, let’s go INSTRUCT them, let’s go INSPIRE them, and let’s go INVOLVE them. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Presentation.

    It’s Go Time! Luke 14:16-23 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GoTime.html I thought about titling this message “It’s Time to Go” but I was afraid you’d get up and leave. But one thing is for sure: We have reached a great crossroads as a church…we have come to the STOP sign and paused for the cause. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Growing Shallow Roots Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 21, 2006
     | 4,273 views

    How attached are you to this world and how much do you worry about being provided for here? How attached are you to heaven? What happens when God doesn’t answer your prayers?

    Moving is an all-encompassing experience. It’s been some years since I’ve had to move my family, but I remember it well. Especially if you are moving yourself it really causes you to examine all the stuff you’ve accumulated over the years and get rid of a lot of junk. As the day of the move nears ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Fire To The Earth

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 5, 2010
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    We must be willing to be set "on fire" with the gospel of Christ Jesus to accomplish all Christ calls us to do.

    Luke 12: 49 – 56 Fire To The Earth Intro: Anytime you get a group of people together, there is going to be a difference of opinion. That is not always bad! For example: raise your hand if you think it is more important to clean the house than to mow the lawn? / Raise your hand if you ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Peace & Fire

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 15, 2010
     | 5,528 views

    In Luke 12 Jesus asks His disciples if they think He came to bring peace on earth and then - without giving them a chance to respond - He makes; what to me seems like a shocking statement, “No, I tell you, but division.”

    Dakota Community Church Revised Common Lectionary August 15, 2010 Peace & Fire Quick background notes: A.) This month’s book of the month is “Why Johnny Can’t Preach” by T. David Gordon Excerpt: “I’ve really desired something fairly simple for my family: to be able to talk intelligently about ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Russell Brownworth avatar

    Deliver Us From Evil

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 17, 2010
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    What do we mean when we pray "deliver us from evil"?

    People have always been divided about Jesus. I have known folks who are so “sold-out” to Jesus they drive everybody else crazy. They come across like the butcher who wanted to be a good soul-winner, so he took some training in personal evangelism and memorized all the scriptures and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Is Jesus Really The Prince Of Peace?

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Aug 23, 2010
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     | 6,394 views

    While Jesus came to bring peace between God and sinners he wants us to know that our life in this world as his followers won't be peaceful.

    A couple of years ago a number of Circuit City electronic stores in the States were going out of business and some of them hired a liquidator to sell off their remaining inventory. Customers lined up to purchase TVs that were supposedly discounted by as much as 75%. Some savvy shoppers, however, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Timm Meyer avatar

    God's Truth Divides

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,319 views

    Pentecost 13 (C) - God’s word of truth divides. We see this truth in Jesus’ life. We may also see this truth divides in our lives.

    GOD’S TRUTH DIVIDES (Outline) August 30, 2009 -- PENTECOST 13 -- Luke 12:49-53 INTRO: Good and evil, light and darkness are opposites. They have nothing in common with each other. God’s word judges and divides in much the same simple manner. One time Jesus’ enemies accused him of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Gentle Jesus Meek And Mild

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 18, 2007
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    Jesus was controversial - and if you are having a comfortable Christian life - are you really worshipping the Jesus of the New Testament?

    Luke 12:49-56 Gentle Jesus meek and mild You have to be kidding!! Story: At the very start of his ministry in Florence, Savonarola the Italian political reformer (1452-1498) noticed an elderly woman who used to come and pray regularly before that statue of the Virgin Mary. One day, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Cindy Breadner avatar

    Start The Fire!

    Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Aug 19, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,593 views

    Christ came to start a fire ... how he wished it had been kindled! But it wasn’t so he set the world on fire!

    As I was enjoying a long bike ride this week I was amazed at the fact that I had ridden by myself on the path for some way and not realized the terrain and surroundings had changed. I was self absorbed in thought and was not realizing the beauty around me. The trees had gone from maple and elm to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed