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  • GUY GLASS avatar

    The Basis For Sacrifice -- Memorial Day 2008

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 14, 2009
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    Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service.

    THE BASIS FOR SACRIFICE Romans 5:6-8 INTRODUCTION: Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sacrifice Of Silence: How Men Pray

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 4, 2009
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    Men can pray in their own way by doing what they know is right to do, by listening to the Lord as well as speaking, and by holding others and God Himself accountable to keep promises.

    The young Australian pastor had just received his first assignment. It was to a remote sheep-ranching settlement deep in the Australian outback. He had arrived during a period of prolonged drought, and was making pastoral calls to his far-flung flock of ranchers, who were trying to keep their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus: Modeling Leadership, Encouraging Sacrifice

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 18, 2008
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    This messages uses the passage here in John with Luke 10:25-28 (Great Commandment, tying both together from the perspedtive that Jesus was leading us inthe area of sacrafice, and asks the same of us.

    JESUS: MODELING LEADERSHIP AND ENCOURAGING SACRIFICE John 12:23-26 – Luke 10:25-28 INTRODUCTION: This Sunday is the Sunday that corresponds to The Triumphal Entry of Jesus. The entry of Jesus into Jerusalem is the visible actions of what had already taken place spiritually in the life of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sovereign Sacrifice: Foreknown, Foretold, For Faith

    Contributed by John Piper on Oct 30, 2009
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    A message on the sovereignty of God

    So when [Jesus] had washed their feet, and taken His garments and reclined at the table again, He said to them, "Do you know what I have done to you? 13 "You call Me Teacher and Lord; and you are right, for so I am. 14 "If I then, the Lord and the Teacher, washed your feet, you also ought to wash ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Look Who's Coming! The Sacrificed Sacrificer

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Nov 8, 2009
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    Will the Last Day be a day of joy or terror for you? It all depends on your relationship with Jesus. Parts: A. He came to remove sin once and for all. B. He’s entered the heavenly sanctuary to return for you who wait.

    Text: Hebrews 9:24-28 Theme: Look Who’s Coming! The Sacrificed Sacrificer A. He came to remove sin once and for all B. He’s entered the heavenly sanctuary to return for you who wait Season: End Times 2: Last Judgment Date: November 8, 2009 Web page: ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Step #4 "The Fulfillment Of Sacrifice!" Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Jun 16, 2011
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    5 Steps for Spiritual Disciplines.

    Genesis 22:2 "Take your son," He said, "your only son Isaac, whom you love, go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a burnt offering on one of the mountains I will tell you about." (HCSB) This trip was Abraham's greatest test, resulting in his greatest sacrifice. 1. The Meaning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sacrifice Of Peace Offering From Priests

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 21, 2015
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    To show that we are the living sacrifice offering offered to the LORD by ourselves, our free will, and the changes start from within.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you an offering? Yes. A living sacrifice offering. Romans 12:1 (Amplified Bible) I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    God Offered Perfect Sacrifice Of Peace

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 2, 2015
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    To prove that JESUS is Perfect Peace and Constant Perfect Peace in our lives and we are complete in Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Are you associating yourself with bad companies? No. 1 Corinthians 15:33 1 Corinthians 15:33 Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Attribute Two | A Man Is Willing To Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Vince Miller on Apr 26, 2018
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    While it is natural to be a taker, God’s man is a giver. He understands that God is a generous giver who gave the ultimate sacrifice for all men.

    Well, gentlemen, we are in the second of the nine attributes of a man. This week we’re looking at willing to sacrifice. And what it means to be willing to sacrifice in our life. Here’s just a couple of key verses that I think it’s crucial for us to key in on in regards to this. Because I believe ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 21, 2018
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    Part four of this series focuses on verse ten which discusses brotherly love.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 4 Scriptures: Rom. 12:10; John 15:9-12; Col. 3:12-14; 1 John 4:20-21 This is part four of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” If you recall from verse one, Paul begged the Christians in Rome to present their bodies as a living sacrifice to God. He then asked ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 5 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 4, 2018
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    Part five of this series focuses on Romans 12:11 pertaining to being slothful in handling our business.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 5 Scriptures: Romans 12:11 This is part five of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” This morning we will be looking at verse eleven where Paul continues to explain to the Christians in Rome what it means to have a renewed mind. When I was young my father ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 6 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 11, 2018
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    Part 6 of this series focuses on Romans 12:12.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 6 Scriptures: Romans 12:12; Matthew 7:13-14; James 1:12 This is part six of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” This morning we will be looking at Romans 12:12 which says, “Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; constant in prayer.” If you recall from the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 7 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Nov 18, 2018
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    Part 7 focuses on Romans 12:13 which discusses our obligation to take care of the needs of others.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 7 Scriptures: Romans 12:13; James 2:15-16; 1 Timothy 3:2 This is part seven of my series “A Living Sacrifice to God.” As many of you know I grew up in a small country Church in Tennessee. While most of the older members of the Church were not the most educated ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 9 Series

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 9, 2018
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    This message focuses on Romans 12:15-16.

    A Living Sacrifice To God Part 9 Scriptures: Romans 12:15-16 This message is the conclusion of my series “A Living Sacrifice To God.” In this message we will look at verses fifteen and sixteen. Some of you know that I like the cartoon “Calvin and Hobbes” by Bill Watterson. If you have ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How Much Will You Sacrifice For God?

    Contributed by Kelly Durant on Sep 24, 2016
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    To serve God or gain something of great value you must fight to earn it, and not everyone is willing to make the sacrifice. But those who do remain respected..

    How Much Will You Sacrifice For God? Kelly Durant Matthew 13:45 Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto a merchant man, seeking goodly pearls :46 Who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had, and bought it. 2. How many of you have ever wanted something really ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army