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Places Where Christians Stand-Continued

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jul 30, 2006

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places Christians stand in facing the trials of life

Intro: our key verse for this series is Ephesians 6:13-having done all, to stand. The whole point about being a Christian is standing up one more time than we fall down. We fall, we have all failed, but when all is said and done, we¡¦re still standing. Places Where Christians ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Scratch Like A Chicken Or Fly Like An Eagle

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 21, 2003

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Let us be resolved to allow God to train us, like the eaglet to soar in the areas of prayer, trust in him and preaching the Gospel.

Sermon: St Mary and St. John’s 06-02-00 I would like to focus this evening on one verse from our Old Testament lesson: Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings of eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Anglican

The Victor's Crown Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 16, 2002

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Part 4 in a study of the book of James

A Life of Works Produced By Faith Part 4 “The Victor’s Crown” Date: September 15, 2002 P.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: James 1:12 Introduction Our text tonight begins with the word blessed; the actual word translation here would be “happy” or “fortunate”. This is the attitude ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

Promises For A Believer

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 2, 2008

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And I saw the dead, small and great, standing before God, and books were opened ... And anyone not found written in the Book of Life was cast into the lake of fire. [Revelation 20: 12-15] Is your name written in the ’Lambs Book of Life?’ Let us find out?

Message ~ Funeral for Kenneth Jensen [December 1, 2008] Promises for a Believer Illustration: Ben Johnson easily outran Carl Lewis in the 100 meter dash. I will never forget Johnson’s look of triumphant disdain and Lewis’s look of amazement as they crossed the finish line. Johnson’s victory was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running To Win In The Race Of Faith

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

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Writing the Corinthian believers who lived just 10 miles from the famous Isthmian Games, Paul challenged them not merely to join the race of faith but to be serious about it and run to win. God wants winning believers! In our present sports-crazed world,

Intro: Perhaps the most remarkable scene in sports is the marathoner’s last lap at the end of a tough 26-mile race. As the exhausted runner presses to the finish line, the crowd in the Olympic stadium cheers him on. With eyes focused on the finish line, the runner fully exerts whatever remaining ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: *other

Be Strong Series

Contributed by Matthew Botha on Jul 19, 2016

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Every believer has been given three weapons that God expects us to use if we are going to win the warfare.

TRAIN TO WIN (PART 2) BE STRONG Key Scripture for series: 1 Cor 9:24-27 (1 Corinthians 9:24 ESV) Do you not know that in a race all the runners compete, but only one receives the prize? So run that you may obtain it. (1 Corinthians 9:25 ESV) Every athlete exercises self-control in all things. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Passionate Purpose Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 3, 2017

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A PASSIONATE PURPOSE AT THE CORE OF OUR BEING DRIVES OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH JESUS.

Passionate Purpose 2/19/17 Ephesians 2:8-10 INTRODUCTION Great Moments in the NBA Asleep on the bench Carmelo Anthony Vince Carter Andre Iguodala Chris Kaman Great Moments in Church Asleep in the row Alan Hirsch is an Australian missiologist, author, and thought leader in the missional church ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Real Or Fake Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 15, 2021

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This is the 65th sermon in the series "Action". This series is from the Book of Acts and the Epistles. This series began when the COVID19 pandemic began.

Series: Action [#65] REAL OR FAKE? Acts 19:1-20 Introduction: We hear people talk about being the real deal, or Coca-Cola talking about having the real thing. There have been people counterfeiting money, IDs; and most recently COVID-19 Vaccination Records. Many years ago, the FBI started using ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

"Proper Worship' 1 Cor. 11 Pt. 11 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 9, 2008

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Proper procedures in worship do make a difference so we need to evaluate where our hearts and heads are as we worship the Lord.

“Proper Worship” 1 Corinthians 11 - pt 11 Opening Illustration: This last week I have been watching the Olympics and I have noticed how important proper techniques and proper form is for the Olympic athletes. I saw it the diving, in gymnastics, in swimming and even in track and field. The experts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Keeping Your Vows Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 5, 2012

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The practice of purity protects marriage.

Keeping Your Vows Exodus 20:14 Rev. Brian Bill 8/5/12 Note: The subject matter this morning deals with sexual purity. I will be careful with my words but I want parents to be aware that this message may lead to some good conversations with your children…if they…and you are ready for ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not Always Easy!

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Nov 6, 2000

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A sermon that looks at the hard side of discipleship by focusing on four character traits that a real disciple develops.

It's Not Always Easy! The Tough Side of Discipleship Luke 14:25-35 We all know about how messed up things are in our world. But do we know that they aren’t much better in the church. In the article "The American Witness" in the Nov/Dec 1997 issue of The Barna Report, George Barna examined 131 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Carpet Made Of Coats Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Mar 27, 2002

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An authentic biblical community will affirm Jesus’ identity. On Palm Sunday, those who recognized Jesus honored Him. We can do the same when we follow their example.

His Name Is Jesus – Part 4 March 24, 2002 Big Idea: An authentic biblical community will affirm Jesus’ identity. INTRODUCTION ILLUS - Picabo Street first joined the U.S. Ski Team when she was only 17. She went on to become the only American skier to ever win the World Cup downhill ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Relationships That Work: A Submissive Community Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Oct 9, 2006

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We are to raise each other up.

RELATIONSHIPS THAT WORK: A SUBMISSIVE COMMUNITY Ephesians 5.21 S: Community C: A Submissive Community Th: Building Up in Love; Doing Our Work Pr: WE ARE TO RAISE EACH OTHER UP. ?: Who? Who are we to raise up? KW: Relationships TS: We will find in our study of Ephesians 5 four relationships where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21

Denomination: Baptist

Fight For Your Dream Series

Contributed by Mark Batterson on Oct 17, 2016

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Chase the Lion is a 3 part series from Mark Batterson, pastor at National Community Church in Washington, D.C. The sermon is based off of the book, Chase the Lion. You can download a sermon kit at ChaseTheLion.com/churches

Around the turn of the 20th century, psychologist Alfred Adler proposed the counterintuitive theory of compensation. Adler believed that what we think of as disadvantages often prove to be advantages because they force us to cultivate compensatory attitudes and abilities that probably would have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Instrument Of Peace

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 5, 2012

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The writer to the Ephesians reveals that the Cross is the conveyor of reconciliation/peace. When has the Cross of Christ affected my reconciliation? The Cross is your instrument of peace when it Ends...

The INSTRUMENT Of PEACE—Eph. 2:11-18 The 2012(or any) Olympic celebration. A celebration of the diversity of humanity & the supposed unity of humanity. Looking at the Olympic opening ceremony—with all the grandeur & nations proudly parading & assembling together— would cause ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

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