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  • I Will Trust Series

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 25, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 654 views

    In that day when all of God’s children, Jew and Gentile, come together under the banner of Christ in a Millennial Kingdom you will say: "Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The LORD, the LORD, is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation."

    Isaiah 12:1-2 (NKJV) “I Will Trust” August 25, 2024 Isaiah reminds us of the source of our strength and our song and our salvation. It is the Lord! The Prophet says, “In that day you will say: I will praise you, O LORD. Although you were angry with me, your anger has turned away and you have ...read more

  • Noah's Life Of Gratitude PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,758 views

    This sermon emphasizes gratitude as a spiritual discipline, encouraging believers to consciously appreciate God's blessings and express thanks in all circumstances. Key

    Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, to open our hearts and minds to the living Word of God. We are here to share in the fellowship of the Spirit, to offer our praises, and to seek wisdom from the Lord. Today, we turn our focus to a topic that is ...read more

  • Are You A Visionary Or A Vision Vandal?

    Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Feb 14, 2002
    based on 225 ratings
     | 12,114 views

    Have the vision and faith as Joshua and Caleb in taking the Promised Land!

    Are you a Visionary or a Vision Vandal? Numbers 13:26-33 The passage in a nutshell: Numbers 13:1-16: Choosing of one member of each of the twelve tribes to go and spy out the Promised Land. Numbers 13:17-20: A commissioning of the twelve. Numbers 13:21-25: 40 days of spying. Numbers ...read more

  • Illusions Of And Counterfeit Christianity

    Contributed by Mike Mayfield on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 54 ratings
     | 3,430 views

    Being a christian is more than just attending church on Sunday morning.

    ILLUSIONS OF AND COUNTERFEIT CHRISTIANITY II CORINTHIANS 5: 17 WEBSTERS DICTIONARY SAYES THE WORD ILLUSION MEANS A MISLEADING PERCEPTION OF REALITY AN OVERLY OPTIMISTIC IDEA OR BELIEF MISCONCEPTION PEOPLE BUILD UP AN IMAGE OF WHAT THEY WANT OTHER PEOPLE TO BELIEVE THEY ARE; IT’S LIKE WEARING A ...read more

  • How Jesus Overcame His Fears

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,999 views

    Jesus commanded us, "Fear not for I am with you.

    Jesus commanded us, "Fear not for I am with you." This commandment is given by God throughout the scriptures more than any other. Our Lord knew that it is a basic human instinct to fear for our own safety, wellbeing and concerns. Perhaps, this is one of the reasons why Jesus decided to come to ...read more

  • The Second Greatest Commandment Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,110 views

    Love your neighbor, as yourself.

    The Second Greatest Commandment Matthew 22:39 Intro As Jesus approached the end of his earthly ministry, he gave his disciples a badge by which they could identify each other. He gave a uniform with which to clothe themselves that would indicate to the world that they were his followers. This ...read more

  • Bad Intentions

    Contributed by Kenneth Cox on Jun 11, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,391 views

    This sermon deals with the situational irony in the life of Joseph.

    BAD INTENTIONS The workweek seems to have more hours in it than it used to have. A housewife with three children she adores becomes tired, exhausted, and wondering why she ever married in the first place. A healthy, robust man suddenly becomes ill and has to be rushed to the nearest hospital for ...read more

  • God's Love

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 16,205 views

    With humanity so confused about love, who is to say what love is? The answer is God! One of the simplest and yet most profound definitions of love is found in 1 John 4: "God is love."

    READ 1 John 4:7-21 "God is love" ought to fill our hearts with warmth and hope. But we need to understand this rightly. "God is love" does not mean, that "love is God." It has accurately been said that "love does not define God, but God defines love." Love in modern society bears no resemblance ...read more

  • Lesson 9: Faith's Realization

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 11, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 1,714 views

    Abraham’s Journey of Faith

    A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 21:1-8 1. How long ago had God promised Abraham a son? Twenty-five years. "Abram was seventy-five years old when he departed out of Haran" (12:4). 2. How old was Abraham when Isaac was born? One hundred years old. "Abraham was a hundred years old when his son Isaac was ...read more

  • In Christ You Are Complete Series

    Contributed by Jeff Simms on Jun 8, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 5,495 views

    To look at the three things the church in Colossae was known for: faith, hope and love. Has introduction to book of Colossians

    In Christ You are Complete Colossians 1:3-8 The city of Colossae- Colossae use to sit in the Lycus valley near the Lycus river. It had been a city of great wealth, known for it’s wool and dyeing skills. It was a large city in 5 B.C., but had been eclipsed by the larger town of Hierapolis and ...read more

  • Religion And Politics

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,624 views

    Sometimes Christians suffer because of their faith, but God is able to deliver and make it right.

    Religion and Politics Acts 12:5 INTRO.: A man once said "I guess no one should talk about religion or politics." I informed him I disagreed since my livelihood involved talking about religion. When he discovered I was a preacher, he proceeded to fill me in on why he didn’t attend church. I had ...read more

  • Joy - Advent 3, 2011 Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Dec 11, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,131 views

    Nobody sets out with the goal of becoming jaded and bitter. There is no child thinking, “I hope I live long enough to be a really cranky nasty old man.”

    Dakota Community Church December 11, 2011 Joy Well the third candle the “joy” candle is lit reminding us of the joy that Christ’s coming brought to the world. From one end to the other the season rings with joy but as you fight your way through the parking lot at St. Vital mall searching in vain ...read more

  • Mother's Day, 2010

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 9, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,536 views

    A description of love shown by mother's - but given by God first.

    Mother’s Day, 2010 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 - Honored to be called as your Pastor (ensure everyone has my contact info) - Open door policy ALWAYS -- just call or come by - Website is in design format and will be released next weekend - Gone this week for work – home on Friday but have the ...read more

  • Detours Off Of The Road To Hell!

    Contributed by Tony Abram on May 19, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,131 views

    I believe that in all of our lives that God has detours on the broad way that leads to death to the narrow way that leads to life. In this outline we list a few of the detours God places along the way to get us from the road to hell to the road that event

    Detours off of the Road to Hell! I believe that in all of our lives that God has detours on the broad way that leads to death to the narrow way that leads to life. In this outline we list a few of the detours God places along the way to get us from the road to hell to the road that eventually ...read more

  • The Pattern Of Life For A Christian

    Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Jan 16, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,043 views

    Instructions on how we ought to live as Christians.

    “THE PATTERN FOR A REAL CHRISTIAN”—Titus 2:7-8 Introduction: To be a real Christian, you must have more than just a Salvation Experience. Let us Examine the Scriptural Portrait of a “Real Christian.” I. THE WAY OF A REAL CHRISTIAN (Mt 7:20 Wherefore by their fruits ...read more

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