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The Necessity Of Preparation Series

Contributed by Scott Hippler on Feb 5, 2001

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Part 1/5 based upon Nehemiah and God’s work of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem.

Satan is tearing things down in this world, but Jesus Christ is building things up. For which one are you working? God is looking for people who will make a difference in the difficult places of life! People with vision who see possibilities, not problems! People with courage who will finish ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Art Of Surviving Failure Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Feb 8, 2001

based on 165 ratings

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This sermon is about surviving our failures in order to claim our future

The Art of Surviving Failure Luke 5:1-11 -Pastor A. L. Torrence, Cross of Life Lutheran Church I have heard one preacher say that, “to laugh is to risk appearing the fool. To weep is to risk appearing sentimental. To reach out for another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

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Obviously, God wants us to be a happy, satisfied people. We shouldn’t be restless & jealous, always chafing about what we don’t have. There should be a spirit of thankfulness in us that brands us as belonging to Him.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2011) Turn with me this morning to the 23rd Psalm, perhaps one of the best loved passages in the Bible. We often read it in times of stress or sorrow. But I would like you to see it in a slightly different way this morning. Now ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6, Philippians 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The World Is Watching

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 17, 2001

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Because the world is watching us, we can be stumbling blocks or stepping stones to the Kingdom of God.

The World Is Watching TCF Sermon December 31, 2000 Let’s start this morning with a history lesson It was Summer, 1968 - time of turmoil in America, for several reasons -not the least of which was the controversy over the war in Vietnam - like this year which ends today, 1968 was an election ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-2, Matthew 18:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lay Hold Of Your Calling Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

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To lay hold of our calling is to get an eternal perspective. Not to wait for heaven, but to press toward the prize.

Lay Hold on Your Calling Philippians 3: 8 Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ 9 and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Casting Aside Unrealistic Expectations Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 30, 2001

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You will be able to cast aside unrealistic expectations when you: 1. Discover God’s will for your life. 2. Learn to be grateful for the way God has made you. 3. Be yourself.

Skip Hollandsworth, writing in the December 1998 issue of Texas Monthly talks about his interview with Troy Aikman, quarterback of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. In the article entitled “The Real Troy Aikman” he says: “Aikman is an elusive hero, difficult to understand, clearly driven by something ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

Are You Taking God's Grace For Granted? Series

Contributed by Chua Lena on Oct 9, 2001

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To challenge the audience to re-examine themselves, whether they are taking God’s grace for granted?’

SERMON TOPIC: “The Wedding Banquet” SERMON TITLE: “Are You Taking God’s Grace For Granted?” SCRIPTURAL TEXT: Matthew 22:1-10 OPENING WORDS Indeed, it is a great privilege to be able to share God’s Word with all of you this morning. Let us pray. OPENING PRAY Dear Lord, thank You for this morning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-10, Matthew 20:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Something To Sing About!

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Apr 7, 2004

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There is nothing that God cannot do. The Bible encourages the Christian to have Faith in God. What is Faith, and why Faith in God is important are preached in this sermon.

Title: Something To Sing About! Text: II Chronicles 20:20-23 Pray!!! Read Text!!! II Chronicles 20:20-23 says, “Early in the morning they left for the Desert of Tekoa. As they set out, Jehoshaphat stood and said, Listen to me, Judah and people of Jerusalem! Have faith in the Lord your God and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You In? Series

Contributed by Adam Deibert on May 7, 2004

based on 28 ratings

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God is not concerned with how much faith we have; He is concerned about what we do with the faith He has given us.

Over the years, I have had many opportunities to travel. And in my travels, I have had numerous opportunities to visit old houses, churches, and other famous sites. I’ve been to Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, and I’ve toured a catacomb in Italy. I’ve seen the Houses of Parliament in Ottawa, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

We Love Others Because

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

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This is about our love for others.

We love others because…. Why do we love others? Has that thought ever crossed you mind? Do we love others because they are attractive, like me? Do we love others because they make us laugh? Do we love others because they make us feel good? Do we love others because they are good cooks? Why ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Double Duty Equipment Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Mar 27, 2004

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This sermon discusses the need for Christians to be at peace because they are at peace with God, and to carry that peace to the people around them.

Double Duty Equipment Ephesians 6:10-15, Isaiah 53:7, Romans 10:8-15, 2 Corinthians 5:18-21 March 21, 2004 I. There was an airline pilot who was concerned about his wife’s safety so he went to buy her a dog for protection. When he got to the pet store he told the owner that he wanted a dog to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:7, Ephesians 6:10-15

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbial Wisdom

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 30, 2004

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1- Plot not 2- Accuse not 3- Envy not

INTRO.- More human proverbs or quips and quotes. - Many people complain of their memory, few of their judgment. - One thing is certain: more people are going on diets tomorrow than today. - Many people are too busy making a living to make a life worth living. - There is less pain in biting your ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:29-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trust, But Still Do Your Homework Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

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Trusting God means both letting go and listening, and it means getting busy and going in the direction He leads

Trust, But Still Do Your Homework Joshua 2 Intro: There is an old Persian proverb, which says: “Trust in God, but tie your camel.” It acknowledges the tension we often come up against when we talk about trust – what is God’s part and what is our part? When does trust mean that we do nothing ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Hidden Treasure

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jun 2, 2002

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No act of faith or obedience, whether great or small, whether seen or unseen, will go unrewarded.

This morning, I’d like to address a simple question: Is it worth it? Is the payoff worth the cost, is the potential reward worth the risk? We face that question all the time, for the simple reason that everything has a cost. Nothing is free. Even gifts usually come with some kind of strings ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Baptist

"Will A Man Rob God?"

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Jun 22, 2002

based on 164 ratings

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This sermon discloses an element that is lacking in many divine worship services around the world, and that element is the vital offering to God of heartfelt and joyful praise.

“Will a Man Rob God?” There is a familiar passage of scripture that ministers of all denominations love to preach about... It is found in Malachi chapter 3 verse 8 and it reads like this; The Lord says; “Will a man rob God? Yet you rob Me.” But you ask; ‘How do we rob you?’” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Hebrews 13:15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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