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Got A Ticket?

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 2, 2006

based on 28 ratings

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Objections to "Ticket Theology": 1. It trivializes the Christian life. 2. It misses the point of the Christian life. 3. It reduces the Christian life to a formula.

A man in Kiev, Ukraine wanted to be a modern day Daniel. He went to the zoo in Kiev earlier this month and lowered himself by a rope into a den of lions. The lion enclosure is on an isolated “animal island” surrounded by thick concrete blocks to protect people from the lions. The zoo was packed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Methodist

Growing Through Fear Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Apr 19, 2008

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Fear can have a tight grip. Will we allow the grip of fear to keep us from growing in God?

TEXT: Matthew 1:18-25 TITLE: Growing Pain #3 - Growing through Fear TOPIC: Spiritual Growth SERIES: The Growing Church OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, April 20, 2008 PROP.: Fear can have a tight grip. Will we allow the grip of fear to keep us from growing in our trust of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fully Equipped

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 9, 2007

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This message introduces and explains the Ephesians 4 equipping gifts of apostle, prophet, evangelist, pastor, and teacher.

FULLY EQUIPPED The Equipping Gifts (Ephesians Chapter 4) Pastor Eric J. Hanson Introduction: God Wants Us All to Become Mature. The plan of God, as revealed in His word, the Bible, is for every believer in Jesus Christ to grow up spiritually and become more and more like Jesus as time goes by. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disappointments New Christians Face

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004

based on 30 ratings

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Common disappointments that new Christians face often bring discouragement to the point of giving up.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 29, 2004 “Disappointments New Christians Face” I Peter 1:6-9 James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Think back to the time when you first came to the Lord and made your decision to become a Christian. You might have been a little child in Sunday school. It may have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Methodist

Dealing With Fear

Contributed by Joel Santos on Aug 6, 2006

based on 138 ratings

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Lets see some important facts in this story: 1. Sometimes Jesus calms the storm. 2. Sometimes He lets the storms of life rage us. 3. Sometimes He lets the storms stay on us. 4. Sometimes He lets the storms of life strain us.

Dealing With Fear Mark 4:35-41 INTRODUCTION Story: Current economic situations and problems in the Philippines! I sought the Lord, and he answered me; He delivered me from all my fears. Psalm 34:4 Think of your greatest fears and keep it on your mind while we are studying the Scriptures. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Essentials 3 Series

Contributed by Chanon Mullens on Mar 13, 2007

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God has given us specific tools for our service to Him; are four important ones

The next step in the “Life Essentials” series is Progress. We have spoken about the first two life essentials as being Peace and Position. Today we will discuss the necessity of spiritual growth for us as Christians and the vital necessity of maturing in our faith. As we go through life, we achieve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Moving On Up

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Mar 1, 2005

based on 24 ratings

| 9,789 views

Like the Jefferson’s of the 70”s sitcom fame it is time for some of us to move on up in the Kingdom of God.

February 2005 Dakota Community Church Moving On Up! Introduction: Like the Jefferson’s of the 70”s sitcom fame it is time for some of us, especially some of the youth to move on up in the Kingdom of God. At some point in time each of us must make the decision to stop coming to church to be fed ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:8-14

Denomination: Mennonite

A Contagious Faith Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007

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Looking at the example of Levi, this message examines the type of faith necessary to be contagious in our example.

INTRODUCTION A. Sermon: “A Contagious Faith” Series: “Becoming Contagious” Part 1: “The Stockpile Factor” Part 2: “A Contagious Heart” – A desire to be used Part 3: “A Contagious Faith” – How do you have a contagious faith? ILLUSTRATION: FAITH I heard the story of three guys that were hiking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Way That Glorifies God

Contributed by Joe Hall on Dec 2, 2002

based on 55 ratings

| 27,187 views

How I can know my life is pleasing to God.

A Life that Glorifies God I Corinthians 10:23-33 23. All things are lawful for me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but all things edify not. 24. Let no man seek his own, but every man another’s wealth. 25. Whatsoever is sold in the shambles, that eat, asking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Faith Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 7, 2004

based on 51 ratings

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Where do we place our ultimate trust? In mortals or in God?

Sermon for 6 Epiphany Yr C, 15/02/2004 Based on Jer 17:5-10 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Pastor of Grace Lutheran Church, & Chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta “The Way of Faith” One devout Protestant had parked his car near the railroad station ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Resolved

Contributed by Jerry Elvis on Dec 29, 2002

based on 61 ratings

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Making more than a resolution - resolving to live the life God wants for you.

BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED Philippians 3:7-16 INTRODUCTION: In just a few days, we will bid farewell to another year. I am always amazed at how fast time flies. 2002 has been an exciting year filled with challenges and changes for each of us. This is a natural part of the life cycle. It is at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Staying Positive In A Negative World

Contributed by Marianne Koerner on Mar 23, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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You do not have to look far to find something negative in our lives. The key to finding victory throught them is to remain positive and to stop murmuring and complaining.

Being Positive in a Negative World Tonight, I am going to speak to you about being and staying positive in a negative world. It is very easy to see things that are wrong in the world. We don’t have to look far to see something negative in our lives, the lives of the people around us, our job, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Walking Worthy Of Your Call

Contributed by Chris Sparkman on Nov 2, 2005

based on 39 ratings

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Salvation is more than just saying a prayer. Salvation involves living the faith we proclaim that we believe in.

LIVING YOUR FAITH: WALKING WORTHY OF YOUR CALLING EPHESIANS 4:1-3 Most of you know I am fascinated by numbers As I was thinking and praying over the message; over walking worthy; I came across some interesting statistics: Christians Rating Themselves 48% said they maintain healthy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Act Your Age

Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Feb 13, 2007

based on 54 ratings

| 12,711 views

This sermon was preached at Colchester Christian Academy. It was used to encourage teens to be teens while living out the example of Christ.

Act Your Age 1 Timothy 4:12 Have you ever heard the saying “Act Your Age?” I may be wrong, but I’m pretty sure that guys probably hear that more often than the ladies do. Experts tell us that girls tend to mature faster than guys. I think that’s why males enjoy things that are crude and rude ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Nazarene

"That He Might Not Defile Himself..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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We’ve all met some young people that have captivated our hearts. From Atheletes to Musicians. They all have a common denominator. Of all the Biblical characters Daniel is on the list to be admired, let’s examine why!

Introduction We’ve all known that certain young person that we all agree that one day they will become even do something great! Know one? There are also those who stand out in the crowd of Biblical characters and such a one was young Daniel. He was a spiritual young man. Mature beyond his years. ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

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