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  • William Baeta avatar

    God Shows Approval Through Baptism

    Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 9, 2009
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    “As Jesus was coming up out of the water, he saw heaven being torn open and the Spirit descending on him like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: ‘You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased’” Mark 1:10-11.

    Theme: God shows approval through baptism Text: Gen. 1:1-5; Acts 19:1-7; Mark 1:4-11 It is one thing to be accepted by God and quite another thing to be approved by Him. In Rev. 17:14 the Scriptures reveal that Jesus Christ has an army of followers through whom He fights and overcomes His ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Well Pleased!

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 9, 2009
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    What are you going to do with your life?

    Mark 1:4-11 4 John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 And people from the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out to him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. 6 ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Johnny Creasong avatar

    Why Be Baptised?

    Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 13, 2009
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    Have you been baptised as a believer? Here’s what it means to be baptised.

    Why Be Baptised? Mark 1:1-8 Mark 1:1-8 The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is written in Isaiah the prophet: "I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way"--"a voice of one calling in the desert, ’Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    When Memory Fails

    Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 15, 2009
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    When we can’t remember who we are, our baptism connects us to Jesus and each other, gives us our identity, and gives us a vision of eternity in difficult times.

    When Memory Fails Genesis 1:1-5; Mark 1:4-11 Reverend Anne Benefield Geneva Presbyterian Church, January 11, 1009 Introduction: The baptism of Jesus is a text read and proclaimed every year. The account from Mark is simple and powerful. Mark 1:4-11 John the Baptizer appeared in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Adopted Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 15, 2009
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     | 5,151 views

    Like Jesus, God calls us into ministry through our baptism and gives us the things that we need to meet everyone of the challenges we may face.

    Mark 1: 4-11 “Adopted” INTRODUCTION We have our challenges cut out for us this year. All of us have been affected by the economic recession. In 2009 we face a depressed housing market, depleted savings, curtailed income and the increased tension of living a hand to mouth existence. We know ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Baptism: What Does It Mean?

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 15, 2009
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    This is 1 of 2 sermons that share some common elements. This one focuses on the Greek behind the word “baptizo” and some of the historical, literature references

    Introduction Baptism has become a part of every believer’s life. At some point, we make the plunge, are cleansed from our sins, and take on the name as Christians. But, Christians, as a whole, can not agree on the proper way to baptize and the effect that bestows on us. Tonight, I’d like you to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Scott Jensen avatar

    Baptism: Christian Divider Or Fellowship Builder?

    Contributed by Scott Jensen on Jan 15, 2009
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    This is 2 of 2 sermons that share some common elements. This one addresses the idea that many Christian churches add theology rather than focusing on what scripture teaches us. In short, we need to focus more on being one Christian church rather than ge

    Introduction Baptism has become a part of every believer’s life. At some point, we make the plunge, we’re cleansed from our sins, and take on the name as a Christian. But, Christians, as a whole, cannot agree on the proper way to baptize and the effect that bestows on us. Tonight, I’d like you ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Being Prepared To Be Prepared Series

    Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 28, 2009
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    God has a plan and He has prepared the people and the circumstances for it to come to pass.

    Being Prepared to be Prepared When you think about John the Baptist, what do you see in your minds eye? 1. Wild looking man out in the dessert calling people to repent and baptizing them in the Jordan River. 2. A man with a camel hair garment with a leather belt. Can you smell the wet dirty ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Remember Cousin John

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 29, 2009
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    Everyone has relatives that seem strange. Jesus was not any different except that the crazy opinions and words were from God.

    It happened for the first time this week…I was asked the question that I dread…Are you ready for Christmas? My standard response is to say that it is not Christmas Eve yet? I ask what the big hurry is….? My point of view on Christmas shopping is not well received at my house. I am not ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Is Sorry Enough?

    Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Jan 31, 2009
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    Have you ever wished you could start over. Here is a picture I began months ago. This was to be a drawing of my son Dennis, who is serving in the navy. As I began the drawing I was pleased with how it started, but then I began to see all the problems

    Have you ever wished you could start over. Here is a picture I began months ago. This was to be a drawing of my son Dennis, who is serving in the navy. As I began the drawing I was pleased with how it started, but then I began to see all the problems with it. I noticed there was a problem with ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Six Snapshots Of A Gospel Writer Series

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,986 views

    Photo albums contain snapshots of a person’s life…years may pass between one picture and the next. The Scriptures give us 6 snapshots of the life of John Mark, the Gospel writer.

    HE CAME TO SERVE AND TO SAVE Six Snapshots of a Gospel Writer Text: The Gospel According to Saint Mark Introduction: •Photo albums contain snapshots of a person’s life…years may pass between one picture and the next •Scriptures give us 6 snapshots of the life of John Mark •John is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Rose avatar

    Have You Heard The Good News About Jesus? Series

    Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,980 views

    The word "gospel" means "good news." Have you heard the good news about Jesus?

    HAVE YOU HEARD THE GOOD NEWS ABOUT JESUS? Text: Mark 1:1 – 15 Introduction: •We all like to get good news •“It’s a boy!” “You’ve just won $1 million in the Publisher’s Clearinghouse Sweepstakes!” “I just saved a bundle of money on my car insurance by switching to GEICO!” •Gospel = ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relatives!

    Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 30, 2005
     | 2,946 views

    John The Baptist - Jesus strange relitave

    Relatives! Mark 1:1-8 We are quickly approaching the days when people will travel to be with family. Some houses will be packed. The Roads and airports will be full of people willing to spend time, energy and money to be with loved ones. It all sound great doesn’t it. Family getting together. ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

  • Tim Zingale avatar

    Cast Of Characters

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 6, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,312 views

    A Sermon for the First Sunday after the Epiphany The Baptism of Jesus

    First Sunday after the Epiphany The Baptism of Jesus Mark 1:4-11 "The Cast of Characters" 4 John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 And there went out to him all the country of Judea, and all the people of Jerusalem; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steve Ferber avatar

    Our New Life In Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Ferber on Jan 7, 2006
    based on 35 ratings
     | 12,738 views

    Jesus called John the Baptist the greatest man who ever lived. What made John so great, and how can we live life to the fullest by following his example? John’s first love, his passion, and His Lord, was Jesus Christ.

    *A few weeks ago I read that scientists were going to add another second to the clock on New Year’s Eve. They called it a leap second, something that happens every few years because of the gradual slowdown in the earth’s rotation. That leap second gave each of us a whole extra second to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran