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Be Wise Series

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 23, 2001

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Part of a series on Matthew 24 & 25 - Because Jesus is returning, and we do not know when, how should we be living. "Be wise" is the focus of this message.

Because Jesus Is Returning . . . "Be Wise - Matthew 24:43-51" We have been studying through Matthew 24,25 - with this overall theme . . . Because Jesus is returning and we don’t know when, how should we be living? I remember reading a story a few years ago about a man who was visiting South ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:43-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Amos - An Overview Series

Contributed by Gary Bennett on Apr 5, 2001

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To provide some background to the book of Amos. To do that, we’ll need to know some history and geography with a bit of sociology and covenantal theology thrown in. A dash of horticulture and zoology wouldn’t go astray either.

REFLECTIONS ON SOCIETY? THE KANSAS SENATE PRAYER Many people pray when they begin a sermon. I’m not going to do that! Instead, I’m going to read a prayer that first saw the light of day 4 years ago (23rd January 1996). It was a prayed at the opening of a new session of the Kansas Senate. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Amos 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life's Dimensions

Contributed by Bruce Howell on May 15, 2001

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An attempt to answer the question posed by James in 4:14, "What is your life?"

Life’s Dimensions James 4:13-17 13 Now listen, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry on business and make money." 14 Why, you do not even know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Is Your Quiver Full?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 3, 2001

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How valuable are children to you?

Is Your Quiver Full? I must admit this is one of the hardest messages that I have ever brought because I have struggled with this over the years. In fact, as a grandfather of five, I have had second thoughts about what I taught for years about birth control. I even offered to pay for my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:3-5, Genesis 30:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Attitude

Contributed by Justin Meek on Jun 6, 2001

based on 74 ratings

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In order to grow as Christians we must have the proper atitude towards our Christian lives.

NOTE: I am indebted to Jim Mooney of sermoncentral.com for the idea for this sermon. I took his basic idea from the sermon “How to Have a Winning Attitude” and customized it to fit my own style and congregation. The Christian Attitude Phil: 3:8-14 Introduction: THERE IS A SHORT STORY BY G.W. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

To Be Or Not Be

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Jun 28, 2001

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Rather than Judging stand in the gap as a person of mercy interceding for salvation.

TO BE OR NOT TO BE! WHO ARE YOU ANYWAY? 1 Kings 19 The LORD Speaks to Elijah But the LORD said to him, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” 10 Elijah replied, “I have zealously served the LORD God Almighty. But the people of Israel have broken their covenant with you, torn down your altars, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9-18, Numbers 12:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Presenting Eyes And Ears: Vantage Point From The Hiding Place Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jul 7, 2001

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When we are overwhelmed, in our panic we do not see what is before us, nor can we hear any word of counsel; someone -- innocent, devoted to us -- needs to create a stable point, a hiding place for us. Ultimately that is what Jesus Christ in His cross does.

We have abilities that we barely even use. Our senses are capable of doing much more than we allow them to do. I want to try a short experiment with you. I want to test your eyes and your ears. First, I am going to give you thirty seconds to look around this room and take it all in. Many of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Slaves And. Heirs Series

Contributed by Jeremy Mccombs on Aug 3, 2001

based on 87 ratings

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Part four of the Symbols of the Covenants series. A look at what it means to be under the old and new covenants.

Slaves vs Heirs Opening Song: Just as I Am Scripture: Romans 8:14-17 Review of parts 1 through 3 of Symbols Series Lets begin in Galatians 4:1 because the whole of chapter 3 and 4 are dealing with the old and new covenants. Paul starts here by giving an illustration. (read vs. 1) Now lets ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-11, Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

One Big Mess Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Oct 25, 2002

based on 47 ratings

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How to handle change in the church

One Big Mess, Luke 8:26-39, Pardon our Dust series Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ August 4, 2002 A couple of years ago I was involved in youth ministry and the church which I worked for had a huge VBS every year. We would typically have 150 kids at the vacation bible school ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Practical Guide To Fasting-Part 1 Series

Contributed by Clyde Grimes on Oct 30, 2002

based on 39 ratings

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#3 of 4 sermons on biblical fasting.

A Practical Guide to Fasting (Part 1) (Topical) I. General Observations II. What Is Fasting? A. Definitions III. Who Fasts? A. OT Examples B. NT Examples C. Contemporary Examples Introduction This is our third message on the subject of fasting. We be-gan by looking at an OT perspective on this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 34:28

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Servant And Prayer Warrior Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 3, 2002

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Caution: Studying the book of Nehemiah may lead to doing things God’s way. You will find the world will marvel, worldly Christians will snipe and criticize, and...God will be pleased.

October 6, 2002 A few short quotes about the man called Nehemiah, before we dig-in to the book called after the man: “Nehemiah was an energetic leader who combined a deep trust in the Lord with precise planning, careful organization, and discreet but energetic action.”(1) “He stood like an ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

"for The Love Of God.."

Contributed by Dwight Davis on Oct 3, 2002

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To ponder the love of God is to ponder that which is inconceivable, yet so many of us underestimate this, the most powerful of all forces....

“For the Love of God!” How many mothers do we have here this morning? You know, it takes a special kind of person to be a good mother doesn’t it? I mean, the world is full of “mothers”-- just about anyone can be a mother. But to be a truly “good” mother.....that seems to be a different ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Pain At The Threshold Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2003

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Interactive sermon on the anxieties involved in sharing our faith and on the power of being prepared, both intellectually and emotionally.

Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and reverence. Closed doors intimidate me. If your door is closed, I want to leave it alone. I don’t like to knock and ask for admission. I want somebody to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Message To A Nation Under Attack

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

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Message for the Sunday following the attack of September 11, 2001.

September 16, 2001 INTRODUCTION We’ve wandered in a haze now for six days. Some fitting words for this week were sung several years ago by Bruce Cockburn, “Sometimes a wind comes out of nowhere and knocks you off your feet.” A wind has come out of New York and Washington, knocked us off our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:7-8, Romans 12:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Role Of Israel In The Last Days

Contributed by John Stensrud on Dec 12, 2001

based on 126 ratings

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A sermon incorporting current events, history and the Word of God suggesting that the Second Advent of Christ is very near

The Role of Israel in the Last Days A sermon delivered at Immanuel Baptist Church of Elgin, Illinois on December 9, 2001 by Pastor John Stensrud Matthew 24:32-39 “Learn a lesson from the fig tree: When its branches become green and soft and new leaves appear, you know summer is near. In the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

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