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Satan Can't Win Unless You Quit - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ric Freeman on Dec 9, 2006

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Quitters never win - winners never quit

[s1] Satan Can’t Win – Unless you quit part #1 Quitters never win – winners never quit John 17 Ric: Over the next 2 or 3 weeks we are going to deal with the topic of giving up If there is one factor that prevents people from achieving goals, or even being blessed – It’s the fact that they quit, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1

Denomination: Charismatic

The Wise And Foolish Builders

Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 19, 2002

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No foundation other than Christ will survive the storms of life and the coming judgement of God.

This morning, we continue our journey through the parables of Christ, and in light of the weather we’ve been having lately, I thought it would be appropriate to consider one that has to do with rain. "Not everyone who says to me, ’Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27, Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

No Pain, No Gain Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 25, 2008

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C.S. Lewis wrote: “God whispers to us in our pleasures, speaks in our conscience, but shouts in our pains: it is His megaphone to rouse a deaf world.”

Luke 8: 40-56 What motivates you to make changes in your life? Think back to a time when you made a change in your life and ask the question, “What motivated me to make that change?” I’ve always been interested in what motivates people to make changes in their lives so this past week I did a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-50

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Have It Both Ways

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 23, 2012

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The attitude of many "Christians" is that they want the blessings of Christ but yet they want to be able to indulge in all the worldly pleasures too. They think having the best of both worlds is the perfect, complete package; a great life. Let’s see what’

YOU CAN’T HAVE IT BOTH WAYS James 4:1-12 INTRODUCTION: There’s a Van Halen song called, “Best of Both Worlds”. Some of the lyrics are, “I want the best of both worlds, and honey I know what it's worth; If we could have the best of both worlds, a little bit of heaven ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Staying Clean In A Polluted World.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 17, 2021

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‘Staying Clean in a Polluted World.’ 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 13-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Be Ready Mentally (vs 13-14) • An Alert Mind (VS 13A). • A Sober Mind (VS 13B). • A Positive Mind (VS 13C). (2). Be Ready Morally (vs 15-21) • Motivation #1: By Being Godlike (vs 16) • Motivation #2: By Being Fearful (vs 17) • Motivation #3: By Being Full (vs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

Anatomy Of Betrayal

Contributed by John Oscar on Apr 3, 2017

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In teaching about Judas' betrayal of Jesus, we learn about how to handle it ourselves

Anatomy of Betrayal CCCAG April 2, 2017 Scripture: John 13:21-30 One of the most famous betrayals in history was the betrayal of Julius Caesar. Julius Caesar was a general and politician in Rome during it’s years of being a Republic prior to becoming an empire. He is responsible for conquering ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The "M's" Of Leadership Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 11, 2003

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1 Timothy speaks clearly about the making of Leaders for God’s people today. I’ve discovered at least ten qualities that all begin with "M."

Making of Leadership for God’s People 1 Tim. 3:1-7 God has a vested interest in the leadership of the church. He has always been directly involved and deeply concerned about those who lead his people. Think of the earliest great biblical leaders. The first one that comes to my mind is Moses. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Underestanding Anger Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 12, 2018

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30th in a series on Ephesians dealing with the issue of anger.

Understanding Anger” Ephesians 4:26-27 REVIEW I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-3 II. Our Worthy Walk in Christ 4-6 A. Live in Unity 4:1-16 B. Live in Newness of life 4:17-24 C. Live in Love 4:17-24 1. Speak truth not falsehood 4:25 2. Be angry without sinning ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Appeal Of An Old Man Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2011

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What was Paul’s appeal as an old man to Philemon? 1- His appeal was love 2- His appeal was acceptance 3- His appeal was obedience

INTRO.- ILL.- Observations on Growing Older - Your kids are becoming you...and you don’t like them ...but your grandchildren are perfect! - Going out is good. Coming home is better! - When people say you look "Great"... they add "for your age!" - You forget names ... but it’s OK because other ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:8-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whatever You Say

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 2, 2015

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Are you committed enough to God to believe His promises?

January 4, 2015 Morning Worship Text: Proverbs 16:1-3 Subject: Resolutions Title: Whatever You Say! Happy New Year. OK, so I have to ask. We are 4 days into 2015… how many resolutions have you broken? I read some great quotes about resolutions. Be at war with your vices, at peace with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul's Two Contrasts Of The Sinner And The Saint

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jan 20, 2022

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We often hear of serial killers, and when we do we cannot help but ask ourselves why would a person kill again and again.

To kill one time is bad enough, but some of the serial killers have killed 30 to 40 people. Illus: Every time they catch a serial killer they generally give them extensive psychological tests to try to find out what motivated them to do such things. As Christians, we know that man and animals ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence For Everyone To See Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 24, 2004

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If we are going to be successful in fulfilling our calling, our faith must be eveident for everyone to see

INTRODUCTION • Once we become a Christian, what are we to do? Should there be anything different about what we do with our lives, should there be a different focus for our lives than what we had before we came to Jesus? What should we be doing with ourselves as we await the return of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Truth Or Consequences"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

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Ananias and Saphira were right to equate giving with spirituality, but wrong to think giving was a substitute for spirituality.

“Truth and Consequences”(Ananius & Sapphira) Acts Rev Dr Robert G. Leroe Have you ever kept a gift that you had planned to give away? Acts 5 tells of such a gift. This incident reveals that even in the earliest days of the Church, New Testament believers were not a society of perfect people. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11, Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Congregational

I'm Doing The Right Things, So Why Do I Feel Empty ?

Contributed by Mike Turner on Feb 2, 2004

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A message that deals with the emptiness which is experienced when we are trying to do what is right !

I’m Doing The Right Things, So Why Do I Feel Empty ? 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 ILL. Have you heard the story about the actor who was playing the part of Christ in the Passion Play in the Ozarks? As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began heckling, making fun of him, & shouting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Easter Mean To Christians? Series

Contributed by David Roshto on Apr 12, 2010

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For Christians to really celebrate Easter, they must decide if Jesus is My Savior and that's all, or My Lord and My GOD! Who is Jesus to me really?

Last Sunday Night after our contata, I told you that Easter is not about bunnies, new clothes, sunrise services, or special candy. It is all about a risen Savior, Jesus Christ. This week Ladonna and I were going somewhere and stopped to get a drink at a gas station. Since we're about to move things ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Baptist

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