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Seeking God Through Scripture Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 28, 2001

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We come to know God through the Scriptures

This rather imposing book I’m holding is not an easy one to read. In fact, it can be very difficult to understand. For one thing, it was written thousands of years ago, in the context of ancient cultures very different from ours. Their popular songs, their well-known stories, their familiar ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-11, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Scott Malone on Mar 1, 2005

based on 11 ratings

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The real problem with prayer is that it is so little used and yet has such great power

THE PROBLEM OF PRAYER James 4:1-10 Things looked bleak for the children of George Muller’s orphanage at Ashley Downs in England. It was time for breakfast, and there was no food In the dining room, long tables were set with empty plates and empty mugs. Muller prayed, "Dear Father, we thank Thee ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Possessing God's Promises Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Jun 1, 2005

based on 76 ratings

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Promise! Even the word is full of hope. Don’t you love a promise, especially when you know that the promise maker is also a promise keeper?

"Taking Your Promised Land" - Joshua series, message # 1 Promise! Even the word is full of hope. Don’t you love a promise, especially when you know that the promise maker is also a promise keeper? Years ago a good man named Phil Herrick told our family, "I’m going to send you all to Disney World ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9, Deuteronomy 1:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Loving Others Through Hospitality Series

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Sep 5, 2006

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Encouraging the church to love our neighbor by our hospitality to guests using Abraham as an model.

Practical Exercise during worship: After singing have congregation greet at least two people they do not know, or have not greeted in a long time (hint: encourage them to get out of their pews if they have to). Give extra time for this. Last week our focus was on how we can live out the second ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Others Through Hospitality

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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Using Abraham as an example of demonstrating love to newcomers to the church in practical ways. This sermon prepared us for our Friendship Sunday the following week.

Last week our focus was on how we can live out the second of the Great Commandments, to “love your neighbor as yourself.” Our particular focus was on demonstrating love to those who are not yet Christian or who may be Christian but are unchurched, they are not connected to Christ’s body the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Will We Pay Attention?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 4, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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Absalom set Joab’s fields on fire to get his attention so Joab would set up a meeting with the King. Will God have to set our fields on fire to get our attention?

PAY ATTENTION! CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION AND GET US TO EXPECT GOOD THINGS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this lesson in two parts, if you try it in one part you must move to the next point quickly. I. CAN GOD GET OUR ATTENTION TODAY? THERE ARE SO MANY DEMANDS, WE HAVE TO ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 14:29-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Place Of The Law

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 22, 2004

based on 26 ratings

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Continuing series on Matthew, this message dealing with Jesus’ words about the Law.

The Place of the Law Matthew 5:17-20 October 3, 2004 Introduction It¡¦s good to be back here with you today. Last week I was the guest speaker at Lowry Pilgrim Church, for their MissionFest, and I had a good time. But like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, I, too, feel that there¡¦s no place like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Some Christians Are Dumber Than Geese

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Oct 25, 2004

based on 20 ratings

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This sermon discusses the need for unity in the church, and the need to align ourselves with Christ.

Some Christians are Dumber than Geese Ephesians 4:1-6 Romans 12:6, 14:19 15;5-6, 1 Corinthians 1:10, 2 Cor 13:11, 1 Peter 5:8, John 15:1-8, Eph 4:11- 16 I. How many of you were ever told when you were little, " you don’t have the sense of a goose". A. I guess I was special because I was ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"Why Do We Build On Sand?"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Sep 7, 2005

based on 34 ratings

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Why are we inclined to take short cuts with our spiritual life? How can we build so that when the storms rage we can stand firmly and not go under?

Iliff and Saltillo UM church September 11, 2005 Dr. Marilyn S. Murphree “Why Do We Build On Sand?” Matthew 7:24-29 INTRODUCTION: Jesus was talking with all kinds of people during his ministry. Some were sincerely wanting to know the truth and to do it and others were just wanting to know it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Methodist

#1basketcase Holder Teammember Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 18, 2002

based on 18 ratings

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We look at the man of God as a teammember, and how he needs others to hold his rope.

#1 BASKETCASES HOLDERS, BE PART OF THE TEAM. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Dear friends: Part#1 of 3 parts; Basketcases holders. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 11:33 And through a window in a basket was I let down by the wall, and escaped his hands. Matthew 10:42And whosoever shall give to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:42, 2 Corinthians 11:33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Duck, Duck Goose

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 25, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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Words of encouragement for when we are tempted to "duck" out of our Christian responsibilities and Christian living.

This past week Justin began dancing around the floor saying “Awses, Awses, Awses” and then he would fall over and just laugh and laugh. At first I couldn’t figure out what he was doing then he repeated it again laughing with the delight the whole time and I realized he was playing Ring Around the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:22-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Returning To Basics

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

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Learn two key truths that will help you fall in love with Jesus Christ again

This morning’s passage calls us to return to the joy and the basics of our faith. Do you remember when you first received Christ into your life? For some of you, the heaviness and the guilt from your life before were lifted, and you felt clean, inside and out. For others of you, being in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Denomination: *other

Shattering The Silence Series

Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002

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Inviting God to graciously Shatter the Silence in his communication to us requires that we position ourselves to hear his voice.

Shattering the Silence: Hearing from God 1 Samuel 3:1-18 November 25, 2001 This Thanksgiving we went to Tulsa to spend time with some of our family who lives there and we had opportunity to meet up with a cousin of mine whom we haven¡¦t heard from in more than 5 years. We quickly got caught up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

In Faith, Unity Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 30, 2007

based on 79 ratings

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Several 100 yrs ago, Augustine said "In faith unity. In doubtful things, liberty. In all things love". How can we apply that concept to our mission as a church?

OPEN: There’s a Methodist minister named J. Gordon Melton who has an interesting hobby. He collects lists of church denominations in the United States... and his research has revealed there are 1517 different recognized denominations in USA. He includes all kinds of groups, including cults such as ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Personal Invitation From The Master Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 2, 2008

based on 8 ratings

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Jesus offers the benefits of salvation to all who will come to Him on His terms.

Title: A Personal Invitation From The Master Series: The Harvest Is Ripe Text: Matthew 11:28-30 Introduction When Adam and Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, they tried to cover their sin by sewing fig leaves together to hide their nakedness. Since that time, man has worked relentlessly to provide ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

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