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Discerning Our World

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

based on 35 ratings

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Learn to discern the philosophies that come from God and those that do not

I received an email this past Wednesday that asked if I knew anything about Tachyon energy. Tachyon energy is supposedly some form of energy, when channeled into us, brings peace, joy and health. If you’ve done any reading about the new age movement, the Tachyon website and links contained ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: *other

When God Became Weak: Advent #1 Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 11, 2007

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in God’s Kingdom, the powerful things come through what our world would describe as weakness.

When God Became Weak: Advent #1 Philippians 2:5-8 December 4, 2005 Intro: Peter writes, in 1 Pet 2:9-12, “9But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Of Streams And Pathways Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

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A call to unity amidst the great diversity that makes up our churches.

Of Streams And Pathways Series: How Broad Is The Kingdom Of God Jan 15, 2006 Intro: Last Sunday I introduced you to nine different “Sacred Pathways” – nine different ways that different people worship, experience, and respond to God. We linked them to nine different examples from Scripture: ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When Troubles Come Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 7, 2008

based on 10 ratings

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Paul was in prison, had enemies attacking, and saw death coming, but remained upbeat. How did he do it?

Philippians 1:12 –26 April 6, 2008 What to do when troubles come… In this passage, Paul has 3 problems Problem 1: Paul is in Prison – Turkish prison – possibly Ephesus This is a good thing, right? I can’t help but think of the Canadian woman who has been in jail without trial for two years ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26

Denomination: *other

An Angry Jesus Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 7, 2008

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The Third Sermon of Lent 2008

So far this Lenten season we have learned about Jesus as our ‘homeless savior’ from the fox, Jesus as our ‘peaceful savior’ from the donkey, and last week, Jesus as a ‘warning savior’ from the camel. (Slide 1) Today we are going to learn from the dove, a harmless creature if there ever was one, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Christian A&p 101: Nourishment & Communication Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 5, 2005

based on 18 ratings

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Sermon 3 in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this sermon we examine how members participate in the sharing of nourishment and information in the body.

CHRISTIAN A & P 101: COMMUNICATION & NOURISHMENT Ephesians 4: 1-7; 11- 16 1. Over the past two Sunday we have been examining Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ and my purpose has been to highlight at least 4 aspects of our human anatomy and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

The God Of The Living

Contributed by William Mouser on May 16, 2005

based on 12 ratings

| 3,511 views

In Jesus’ confrontation with the Sadducees concerning the resurrection, Jesus shows from the Sadducees own Biblical authorities that God has always been the God of the Living, not the dead.

Matt. 22:23-33, Lk 20:27-40, Mk 12:18-27 The event in today’s gospel lesson actually occurred within three days of Jesus crucifixion. Therefore, you would think this lesson appropriate for some Sunday during near the end of Lent, or during passion week. But, its subject matter makes it entirely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:23-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Minority Report Series

Contributed by Tony Kwan on Feb 1, 2003

based on 85 ratings

| 21,237 views

How to resist the pressure to conform

Introduction/background Recently I watched a movie called Minority report. In the movie, there are three psychics (pre-cogs) that can look into the future, they foresee the occurrence of future crime and hence prevent it from happening. The pre-cogs are supposedly never wrong, in fact the movie ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Week After Christmas”

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 12, 2006

based on 20 ratings

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baby jesus meets Simon.

Text: Luke 2:25-33, “And, behold, there was a man in Jerusalem, whose name was Simeon; and the same man was just and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel: and the Holy Ghost was upon him. And it was revealed unto him by the Holy Ghost, that he should not see death, before he had seen the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Connect With The Christ Of The Church Series

Contributed by Luskey Green on Sep 16, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Our strength for continued obedience begins in being connected to Christ.

Grow a Disciple Building Church Part Two: Connect to the Christ of the Church Introduction: Jesus is the Christ, the Sovereign Lord of His Church. He reigns among Her with absolute power and control. He is the Chief Shepherd of His flock, the church. (1 Peter 5:4) He is the only Master and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I'm Not Jumping Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Sep 19, 2006

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As we consider following Christ, we need to realize that there may be things that hold us back from jumping all in. Until we wrestle with them, we won’t go anywhere!

***Open with skit*** Skit: Guy #1: Going on a hike was a great idea man! I love being outside. Guy #2: Me too, it is a gorgeous day. Bear: Grrrr…… Guy #2: What was that?? (Both guys turn and look around, Guy# 1 spots the bear) Guy #1: It’s a bear!! Quick, run!!!! (the two guys run until they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Will Be A Good Witness Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 10, 2007

based on 24 ratings

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Committing to be a good witness not just as a new year approaches, but for life!

I Will Be…A Good Witness Introduction: All across the world people have set all sorts of resolutions for the New Year. People have resolved to be better people and to live better lives and have better habits. What type of year can we expect to have in 2007? A lot of that depends on what we as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seed-Size Your Faith

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 5, 2007

based on 5 ratings

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Being super-sized cab be over-rated and seed-sized under estimated in the life of faith.

Title: Seed-size Your Faith Text: Luke 17:5-10 Thesis: Being super-sized can be over-rated and seed-sized under estimated in the life of faith. Introduction It has been in the news of late. Fifty years ago, on October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik 1 into orbit. Sputnik 1 was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having God's Word Is A Big Advantage Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008

based on 2 ratings

| 4,137 views

All Scripture is INSPIRED and PROFITABLE.

1. By now we understand Paul’s point in Romans: a. “There is ONLY ONE way to be saved.” b. There aren’t 2 options, or 3 options… but just 1. c. The righteousness required by God is the very righteousness provided by God through his Son Jesus Christ. Romans 1:16-17 (NKJV) 16 For I am not ashamed of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dining Room - Parental Responsibility Series

Contributed by David Slone on Sep 11, 2004

based on 8 ratings

| 6,034 views

Fourth in a series concerning the american christian family and how we might need a makeover. Takeoff from the popular tv series.

EXTREME MAKEOVER : DINING ROOM: Parental Responsibility Ephesians 6:1-4 6:1 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 6:2 HONOR YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER (which is the first commandment with a promise), 6:3 SO THAT IT MAY BE WELL WITH YOU, AND THAT YOU MAY LIVE LONG ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

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