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Humility: The Key To A Like-Minded Church Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 4, 2003

based on 56 ratings

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I know God has great plans and great purpose for this church. It could be threatened by disharmony. From people not being likeminded. We need to pray and use these incentives to claim like-mindedness for the sake and cause of Jesus Christ.

Introduction There was a young man who was a candidate for the ministry. He was about to preach his very first sermon. As he went up to preach he new he was well prepared and he had confidence in his abilities. Before he started to preach the veteran pastor who saw him approach the pulpit with an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Essentials Of Spiritual Fulfillment

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 10, 2003

based on 54 ratings

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Ultimate fulfillment in life, spiritual fulfillment, can be gained only by centering our lives around the Lord.

The Essentials Of Spiritual Fulfillment Text: Heb.11: 1-7 Intro: One of man’s innate desires is that of fulfillment. However, fulfillment means different things to different people. To some, fulfillment might mean accomplishing some dangerous or heroic feat. To others, fulfillment means ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do You Believe In God?

Contributed by Danny Ferguson on Aug 14, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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A survey of three arguments from classical apologetics (cosmological, teleological and moral).

Why believe in God? Sermon for Adrian Christian Church Danny Ferguson Intro Why do you believe in God? Have you ever been asked this question? Are you prepared to answer this question? 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Catfish, Ham Sandwiches, And Sinners"

Contributed by C.j. Moffett on Aug 20, 2003

based on 34 ratings

| 7,079 views

What do these 3 things have in common? Maybe Jesus changes more than just menus!

(To appreciate much of this sermon, it would help to understand who I am and where I preach~~I am a born and bred New Yorker preaching in a deep South/Bible Belt congregation, hence there is a bit of a culture and perspective shift) --Illus: His name is Leroy ’Lee Lee’ Chauvin. He’s a man in his ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:43-47, Acts 10:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cultivating Holiness: Cleaning Out The Weeds

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Sep 1, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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Holiness involves making God’s priorities your priorities.

Cultivating Holiness (Removing Weeds from our Spiritual Lives) Leviticus 11:44a Introduction: As some of you know, I used to work for a lawn-care company here in town. Our company was pretty well respected and we had a contract with Phillips Petroleum Company to take care of the lawns and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:44

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Greatest Gifts Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 2, 2003

based on 66 ratings

| 12,945 views

Because God loved us, He gave us wondrous gifts... but why did He go to such lengthes to tell us how wicked we’d been before we recieved those gifts?

OPEN: A young, married Bible College graduate and his bride were unpacking in their first parsonage. The young bride showed the young preacher a box and told him that he had to promise never to look in it. It was her personal box. He made the promise, but after 25 years he happened to see it on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Moses At A Fork In The Road Of Life Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 20, 2003

based on 54 ratings

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A look at what it cost Moses to follow God’s will.

When you were a kid did you ever dream that you were a part of the royal family? Maybe a day dream that one day a king or queen would drive up to your house and offer to adopt you? A fantasy that you could leave all the cares and concerns of being common folk behind you and just have to worry ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:24-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Freedom & Forgiveness Are Never Free...

Contributed by Brian B on Nov 13, 2003

based on 55 ratings

| 10,817 views

Melvin Newland (Brownsvill Christian church) laid the Groundwork for this one, This is what I ended up with including an order of service and song selections. preached at a veteran’s day service. I have stood on the shoulders of Giants... Thanks Melvi

FREEDOM & FORGIVENESS ARE NEVER FREE (A sermon by Reverend Melvin Newland … reworked by Brian C. Byers Freedom and forgiveness are never free, Reverend Melvin Newland in points out that there is always a price that has to be paid for both. I trust that most of you realize that Tuesday was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"If You Pray Don't Worry... If You Worry Why Pray”

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

based on 49 ratings

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The power of prayer will overcome all anxiety and worry if we only trust and believe the Lord’s promises.

Banner of Praises Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “If You Pray Don’t Worry... If You Worry Why Pray” Matthew 6:25-34 25 "I tell you, do not worry. Don’t worry about your life and what you will eat or drink. And don’t worry about your body and what you will wear. Isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Philippians 4:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Idol Of Consumerism: Smyrna Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Oct 25, 2009

based on 5 ratings

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The church of Smyrna receives Jesus’ unconditional applause because they made hard choices relating to faith-full-ness rather than opting for a more convenient faith.

AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE IDOL OF CONSUMERISM: SMYRNA REVELATION 2:8-11 Sermon Objective: The church of Smyrna receives Jesus’ unconditional applause because they made hard choices relating to faith-full-ness rather than shop for a more ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Together We Win! Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 10, 2009

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If we as God’s family will follow Christ together, we can win in the life struggles we face.

Together We Win! Text: Acts 18:1-11 Intro: Patrick Henry once said, “United we stand, divided we fall.” This slogan proves true in politics, business, and many other areas. Even the animal kingdom understands the strength and safety in staying together. Predators generally go after the stragglers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living With No Regrets Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

based on 11 ratings

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You can have a life free from regret as you faithfully serve Jesus from this day forward.

Living with No Regrets Acts 20:13 – 27 Intro: Most of us have some things in our lives that we would change if we could. If we could just snap our fingers and change some things about ourselves, most of us would start snapping. I know there are some things in my past that I am not very proud of. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Doing It God’s Way Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

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If we want to see God’s will done in our lives, then we must commit ourselves to doing things His way.

Doing It God’s Way Acts 21:27-40 Intro: As we have followed Paul through the past few chapters of Acts, we have witnessed someone who was willing to give up his own way in order to do what God had called him to do. That is not always easy to do because we are too easily convinced that our way is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living On Purpose Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Dec 15, 2009

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Our lives are not to be lived haphazardly, but guided by the purposes of God.

Living on Purpose Acts 28:1-31 Intro: Video clip of Acts 28 & Paul’s life. [44:45] Prop: Our lives are not to be lived haphazardly, but guided by the purposes of God. Interrogative: How does this happen? How can we stay in alignment with God’s purposes? TS: This closing chapter of Acts leaves ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I’m Forgiven Because You Were Forsaken...

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 15, 2009

based on 4 ratings

| 7,113 views

Message regarding the redemption we have because of Jesus’ sacrifice.

I’m Forgiven Because You Were Forsaken… Matthew 27:45-56 November 1, 2009 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT IS FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I have to honest and tell you that the word “sacrifice” doesn’t describe my life a whole lot. I gave up a career path I was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-56

Denomination: Wesleyan

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