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Sermon # 11 - Chosen For A Purpose Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 25, 2024

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The life of Jonah teaches us that there is nothing we do is hidden from God. Also, we learn that as a church we must be certain of our identity and our purpose so we can glorify God through all we are and all we do.

We read in Jonah 1:7-8, Then the men said to each other, "We should throw lots to find out why this is happening to us." So the men threw lots. The lots showed that the troubles came to them because of Jonah. Then the men said to Jonah, "It is your fault that this terrible thing is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:7-8, Acts 5:1-3, Matthew 16:18, Acts 20:28, Hebrews 12:23, Philippians 3:20, 1 Peter 2:9, Exodus 19:6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Other

Elevate To The Next Level: Living Worshipfully

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 12, 2025

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In our series on elevating to the next level, today’s message is about our need to start living worshipfully by being those living sanctuaries, where we worship God in spirit and truth, worship is warfare, and there is power in our worship.

Elevate to the Next Level “Living Worshipfully” Watch on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PUmxD6j3Po As we look at today’s topic about living worshipfully in our series on elevating discipleship to the next level, I’d like to begin by talking about what is worship and two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:6, John 4:23-24, John 17:17, 1 Samuel 16:16, Psalm 22:3 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Ephesus: When Faithfulness Outlives Love Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 26, 2026

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Jesus speaks to faithful people whose love has thinned, not to shame them, but to invite a return to relationship.

– First Part: Listening Posture Most of us don’t think of ourselves as drifting. Drift is what happens to other people — people who stopped caring, stopped believing, stopped trying. Drift feels dramatic from the outside. From the inside, it feels responsible. It feels like showing up, doing what ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7, Revelation 1:12-13, John 21:15-17, 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Deuteronomy 6:4-5 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Time Of Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Sep 7, 2003

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To note the joy that is found in Christ.

The Gospel of Mark #8: A Time of Rejoicing Text: Mark 2:18-22 Thesis: To note the joy that is found in Christ. Introduction: (1) Jesus had just been criticized for associating with sinners. (2) Now, His critics questioned His disciples concerning fasting. Discussion: I. The Story: A. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 4: Paying A Price

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 15, 2003

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Series: The Bible and Retirement

A. INTRODUCTION: THE PRICE IS ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL 1. To have a successful journey through life, you must continuously pay a price. The flesh wants ease. The devil wants defeat. The world wants conformity. 2. You fail to reach your greatest potential when you fail to pay a price. B. THE TEN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Virtue Of Faithfulness (8 Of 10) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Mar 17, 2003

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Being a faithful Chrisitan is not being at church every time the doors are open. Faithfulness is rooted in our faith in God.

What is faithfulness? What do we mean when we say someone is faithful? Faithfulness is not… · attending church every time the doors are open. · serving in ministry positions where God has not gifted you. · teaching Sunday School longer than God calls you to. · financially supporting the ministries ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Methodist

Abraham-An Example Of Faith Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 12, 2002

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Just what did Abraham discover about Faith?

Abraham¨CAn Example of Faith Romans 4:1¨C25 INTRODUCTION ¡ñ It is my firm belief that, more than just a timeless letter to Christians about the gospel, Romans was an attempt by Paul to unify a divided church in Rome. ¡ñ Paul would use two points to stress to these Christians the reason they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What's In A Name?

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 13, 2003

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A look at the name of Jesus and what it means for mankind.

What’s In A Name? Matthew 1:18–25 INTRODUCTION Paul Harvey tells the story about a family just around Christmas. This family had a tradition, although not regular church goers, the mother and children would go to a Christmas Eve service, and the Father would stay home and read the paper. When ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Invitations Of Jesus

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 6, 2002

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We look at invitations, the seven invitations Jesus extended.

PONDER INVITATIONS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 11:28 Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest! John 7:37 Jesus stood and cried, saying ... if any man thirst let him COME unto Me, and DRINK ... John 21:12 Jesus said unto them, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, John 7:37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Don't Lose The Sensitivity

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on May 11, 2002

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Message on the importance of relying on the Spirit for power to live and knowledge to know the will of God.

DON’T LOSE THE SENSITIVITY! GAL 3:1-3 Sunpm 1/13/02 “You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. 2 I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by observing the law, or by believing what you heard? ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Does It Mean To Be Lost

Contributed by Brent Williams on May 16, 2002

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What does it mean to be lost? How Lost is Lost? Lost enough that Jesus gave up heaven to be a man. Lost Enough that Jesus stayed on the Cross!

What does it mean to be Lost? Luke 19:1-10 I. A Seeking Soul A. Zacchaeus was a seeking soul Zacchaeus was a tax collector Sinner among sinners Rome handpicked the worse Jew to collect taxes from their own people, therefore, other Jews despised him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live A Godly Life

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Apr 7, 2003

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In our text, Paul points out to Timothy several pitfalls to avoid and actions to take in keeping his life pleasing to the Lord.

HOW TO LIVE A GODLY LIFE © 2001 Mark Beaird Text: I Timothy 6:11-12 In the movie Karate Kid, young Daniel asks Mister Miagi to teach him karate. Miagi agrees under one condition: Daniel must submit totally to his instruction and never question his methods. Daniel shows up the next day eager ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blood Which Is Shed (Part 2)

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 14, 2003

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"And He took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, ’Drink ye all of it; for this is My blood of the New Testament, which is shed for many for the remission of sins" (Matt. 26:27-28).

"After the same manner also, He took the cup, when He had supped, saying, ’This cup is the New Testament in My blood: This do ye as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of Me, for as often as ye . . . drink this cup, ye do shew the Lord’s death till He comes’" (I Cor. 11:25,26). A. WHY GRAPES ARE A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Redemption

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

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This is the First Sunday in Advent and the focus is on Christ's second coming. On that day the Day of Redemption will be complete. What is this day and how has it and will it affect me?

Introductory Considerations 1. "Stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near." These words were spoken by Jesus to His disciples nearly 2,000 years ago and are spoken by Him to us today. 2. This day is has come, is coming and will come - and we should hear these words ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Problems And Solutions Of Second Generation Christians

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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Many second generation Christians fall into the trap of taking their parent’s faith for granted. Throughout the book of Judges the Israelites suffered greatly from the problems of second generation apathy.

The Problems and Solutions of Second Generation Christians Illustration:The penalty that good men pay for not being interested in politics is to be governed by men worse than themselves. Plato. Many second generation Christians fall into the trap of taking their parent’s faith for granted. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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