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  • Ken Gilmore avatar

    Seven Sins Sneaking Into The Sancutuary Part 1: Social Acceptances Series

    Contributed by Ken Gilmore on Mar 10, 2007
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    This is sin one in a series that deals with common sins in the church and in the lives of " Christians". It deals with clothing, movies, drinking, and gambling.

    SEVEN SINS SNEAKING INTO THE SANCUTUARY Part 1: Social Acceptances TEXT: I Peter 4:17 “For the time is come that judgment must begin at the house of God…” I. Clothing Appearance makes a social statement of our view of life and how we would like those around us to interact with us – tramp, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fainting Because Of Unbelief

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 22, 2007
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    If you should have nothing left in this world; for all the waters that cover the sea are not so much as a spoonful, compared with the boundless and infinite fullness of God’s all sufficiency

    PowerPoint Transitions + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out ____________________________________________________ + 13 Fainting Because of Unbelief 7/22/07 Ps 27:13 - 2 Cor 4:1-18 +” Jesus Paid It All” + Window of the Soul Ps 27:13 Note italics + Ps 27:13 . > > > > > > > 7 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maundy Thursday Communion: Such Love!

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 7, 2009
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    A short talk given at a Maundy Thursday Communion Service, focusing on the ’Hillel Sandwich’ Jesus gave to the guest of honour at Passover - Judas Iscariot! Such love, shown by Jesus!

    Two weeks ago we had a visit here at Christ Church from 40 children who attend St. John’s School in Billericay, plus 3 of their teachers. We were walking – or should I say talking and eating – our way through the Passover meal and asking ourselves this question: “How and why would Jesus have ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Water Into Wine - Change And Transformation

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 15, 2011
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    A short talk given to believers. Jesus turned water into wine, thus revealing his glory and his disciples put their faith in him. What are we called to do, as agents of change in our community, that people will put their faith in Jesus too?

    In the summer of 2010 I was hanging on every word of Steve Chalke as he preached at the New Wine Summer Conference. He was talking about Jesus being the one who transforms people and transforms situations; and he was calling the Church to once again become fully involved in the world as agents of ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Basic Of Christanity 101 Series

    Contributed by David Doherty on Apr 27, 2007
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    The 4th sermon in a series of 7 on Christian maturity and how to get there.

    Instruction about Baptism Basic Christianity 101 #4 in a series of 7 Reverend David Doherty First Baptist Church Pie Town, NM April 2007 Christian baptism is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It is an act of obedience symbolizing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Blueprint For Giving Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Oct 30, 2003
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    Are you guilty of robbing God? A Biblical blueprint of obedient tithing.

    This morning we will be continuing our series "Stewardship...A matter of the heart." We will be looking at the Biblical principle of giving. Our background passage today comes from Malachi 3:8-12. Malachi 3:8-12 (NCV) “Should a person rob God? But you are robbing me. You ask, ‘How have we ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fruitful Dependence

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Feb 23, 2008
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    How can I produce the good works essential to the Christian life?

    Fruitful Dependence Text: John 15:1-6 Text idea: Christ teaches His disciples that they must depend on Him constantly in order to produce the fruit expected of all who are spiritually alive. Sermon idea: We must produce acceptable good works and can only do so through Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Justified By Faith Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 4, 2019
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    We are being justified by faith, We have Shalom with God. Justification by faith gives us three blessings according to this passage hope of sharing the glory of God, tribulations to mould our character and reconciliation with God.

    Romans 5:1-11 Justified by Faith Introduction: Romans 5:1-11 weaves together themes of faith, love, hope, and glory, threading them through the Life events of Christ on the earth. “justified (dikaiothentes) by faith”. The word dikaioo means to be made just or righteous—not guilty, declared ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Becoming On With Christ Series

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 13, 2017
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    Let’s see how that Christians belong somewhere very special and how we get there.

    Intro Have you ever felt like something is missing? What are we looking for? Jesus offers us an answer. Purpose Let’s see how that Christians belong somewhere very special and how we get there. Plan Let’s examine John 14:1-14 to see our permanent home and the way there. John 14:1-2 The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derrick White Sr avatar

    (In Everything Give Thanks) 1 Thes. 5:15-18 (Kjv)

    Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 20, 2017
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    BUT THANKFULNESS IS A WAY OF LIFE FOR A BLOOD BOUGHT SON OR DAUGHTER OF GOD BECAUSE A THANKFUL SPIRIT IS ONE OF THE KEY DISTINGUISHING MARKS OF A CHRISTIAN

    1 Thes. 5:15-18 (KJV) See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. [16] Rejoice evermore. [17] Pray without ceasing. [18] In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Most Holy Body And Blood Of Christ

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 26, 2018
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    "One Bread, One Cup"

    Carl A. Boyle, a sales representative, was driving home when he saw a group of young children selling Kool-Aid on a corner in his neighborhood. They had posted the typical hand-scrawled sign over their stand: “Kool-Aid, 75 cents.” Carl was intrigued. He pulled over to the curb. A young man ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    The Parable Of The Mom And Two Children

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Sep 13, 2017
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    The Parable of the Two Sons retold in a modern way for children. This is set up as a play, but can easily be told as a story or sermon illustration. The modern context helps create a gateway for children to see themselves in the story.

    The Parable of the Mom and Two Children Narrator: There once was a Mom who had two children (The mom walks out and waves to people). Narrator: Her oldest daughter, Emily, loves sports (The reader pauses and lets Emily walk out. They wait five seconds. She walks out and waves to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Hope That Comes From Refuge Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 30, 2017
     | 4,324 views

    This is the 24th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

    Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#24] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM REFUGE Joel 3:16 Introduction: This morning, our text is in the Book of Joel. As we continue our series in the 3rd chapter and 16th verse; I want you to see that you have a choice to make: You can try to hide from God or you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Hallelujah Anyhow"

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on Mar 26, 2014
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    As Christians we can have joy even in the midst of unhappy circumstances.

    Introduction . Illustration: A friend of mine used to sing a song that said "Well it’s hallelujah anyhow. I’m not gonna let my troubles bring me down. I’ll just lift my hands and sing it’s hallelujah anyhow." 3. People often mistake joy and happiness. We can be happy and not ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Metaphor Of A Vine

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2019
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    You turn us, O LORD, You shine on us. Without You there is no salvation.

    A METAPHOR OF A VINE. Psalm 80:1-2; Psalm 80:8-19. There are two metaphors in this Psalm: that of God as Shepherd (Psalm 80:1-7), and that of Israel as a vine (Psalm 80:8-16). It is upon the second of these that I wish to concentrate our attention. But first we must remind ourselves of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational