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  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Peace & Fire

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 15, 2010
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    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

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    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

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    Tom's Road Sign Bible

    Contributed by Tom Balog on Oct 2, 2002
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    God gives us all sorts of sign’s in the Bible, this uses road signs to help us along.

    You will need print out of the following types of road signs: - Construction sign - Double arrow sign - showing an arrow to the left and right. - Stop sign - Yield sign - Dead End sign - Detour sign - Upcoming crossing sign (looks like a cross) - Road narrows sign - Upcoming curve sign (curve to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Signs Of The Times Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Oct 24, 2002
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     | 28,954 views

    In these verses Jesus continues his teaching by warning his disciples and anyone else who would listen that there is great wisdom in reading the signs of the times.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 35 “The Signs of the Times” Luke 12:54-59 These are amazing and exciting times in which to live as a Christian. We have been privileged in our lifetimes to witness things that those who lived before ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Anthony Smith avatar

    The Lies Of False Religion.4 Series

    Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 29, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,562 views

    Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus.

    The Lies of False Religions pt. 4. Ask yourself, Who put a division among the Jews? It was Jesus. John 10:19 There was a division therefore again among the Jews for these sayings. I agree that there are many in this world that are ministering the Word of God for prophet only. They have not the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Carl Benge avatar

    I Have Come To Bring Fire To The Earth

    Contributed by Carl Benge on Aug 25, 2007
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     | 18,176 views

    A sermon on Jesus’ statement about setting the World on Fire

    I have come to bring fire to the earth, and how I wish it were blazing already!(Luke 12:49 NJB) What a powerful and frightening statement! For those gathered around Jesus it was a very disturbing. Why would it be disturbing? What do these words mean to you? What do you think of when Jesus talks ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • 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

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    Start The Fire!

    Contributed by Cindy Breadner on Aug 19, 2007
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    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

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Interpreting The Ministry Of Jesus

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 21, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,978 views

    Being a follower of Jesus will bring us into conflict with those who are not his followers. However, being his follower means that we are called to help others to interpret his ministry so that they might become his follower too.

    On and off, for the past 19 years Moira and I have been delighted to be able to spend time at her parents’ time-share apartment in Spain. The weather is predictably hot and the sun shines brightly! However, I was careless in packing my case. I was disappointed to arrive in Spain and discover that I ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Limits Of Peace Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 21, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,544 views

    The cross of Christ not only brings peace, but also division. When faced with opposition and division, disciples of Christ stand firm while loving and respecting their opponents.

    Luke 12:49-56 “The Limits of Peace” INTRODUCTION The night sky was cloudless and filled with stars. Shepherds watched their flocks, while they huddled around a campfire. Suddenly, they were surrounded by a multitude of angels. They were told not to fear because the angels brought them good ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Thomas Swope avatar

    Your Day In Court Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 23, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,158 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke

    Luke 12: 54- 59 Your Day In Court 54 Then He also said to the multitudes, “Whenever you see a cloud rising out of the west, immediately you say, ‘A shower is coming’; and so it is. 55 And when you see the south wind blow, you say, ‘There will be hot weather’; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

  • Paul Clemente avatar

    Which Side Are You On? Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 3, 2012
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     | 6,968 views

    It is this simple, a person who does not accept the forgiveness of God by believing in Jesus Christ is still eternally doomed to be judged because all have disobeyed God.

    We continue our study of the Gospel of Luke. Please open your Bibles to Chapter 12 of Luke….. We note at the beginning of Luke 12 that Jesus spoke to thousands of people as well as giving intimate lessons to His Disciples. So far in Luke 12, we have noted 3 major application questions for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    Why Is It So Hard For Us To See?

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 3, 2012
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     | 6,515 views

    How often do you find yourself in a position where you know what is right, but you don't do it... Society teaches us to seek for our own personal happiness and fulfillment, but Christianity is about service and obedience first... our fulfillment and joy c

    Sermon Brief Date Written: September 1, 2012 Date Preached: September 2, 2012 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Miscellaneous Sermon Sermon Title: Why Is It So Hard For Us To See? Sermon Text: Luke 12:54-59 [NASB] Introduction: Did you know that statistics ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joe Tilton avatar

    Refine Or Destroy Series

    Contributed by Joe Tilton on Aug 11, 2013
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     | 6,577 views

    Jesus is quoted saying, "I came to...divide," and in another place He said, "I came to bring peace." Which is it? What would cause division in families? Division began very quickly after He physically left us. Has this division led to war?

    August 18, 2013 Refine or Destroy A bank robber in Virginia Beach got a nasty surprise when a dye pack designed to mark stolen money exploded in his Fruit-of-the-Looms. The robber apparently stuffed the loot down the front of his pants as he was running out the door. “He was seen hopping ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Is Jesus Divisive?

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 19, 2013
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,781 views

    Deciding to follow Christ is a discerning decision, but depending on our circumstances, it may also be a difficult and divisive decision.

    Title: Is Jesus Divisive? Text: Luke 12:49-56 Thesis: Deciding to follow Christ is discerning decision, but depending on our circumstances, it may also be a difficult and divisive decision. Introduction Ancient Greek Philosopher Democritus was cited for having said, “Creatures flock ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational