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Lukewarm Laodicea Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 28, 2002

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Encouraging the Church not to slam her doors in the face of Christ with complacency and spiritual blindness.

HAVE YOU EVER SEEN A STRAIGHT RIVER? CANALS ARE STRAIGHT, BUT ALL RIVERS SEEM TO BE CROOKED. WE WOULD CALL THIS "MEANDERING." WHY ARE RIVERS CROOKED? THEY ARE CROOKED BECAUSE THE NATURAL TENDENCY OF A RIVER IS TO TAKE THE EASIEST WAY AROUND ANY OBSTACLE. SO RIVERS ARE ALWAYS CROOKED, AND THEY ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Free Methodist

Virtues To Guide Our Lives (1 Of 10) Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jan 29, 2003

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This sermon introduces this series, The Core Virtues of the Christian Life, which is based on the Fruit of the Spirit by recognizing our need for virtues that define our character as Christians.

There is a lot of talk today about core values, especially in the business world. Companies, churches, and even individuals are spending time to determine what is most valuable to them. Once these values are established, the values define the boundaries of how they do business. Churches are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Omission

Contributed by Harold Miller, Jr. on Apr 14, 2002

based on 11 ratings

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An appeal to take the Great Commission seriously

"The Great Omission!" "And Jesus came and spake unto them, saying, All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth. Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Back On Course In Christian Marriage Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Apr 9, 2008

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This is the second sermon in a series of four on Christian marriage which deals with Getting at the Heart of God’s Plan, Being Mutually Submissive as well as Leaving and Cleaving - from an “exchanged life’ perspective.”

It doesn’t take a social scientist to figure out that marriage today is in trouble. Adultery, divorce, depression, alcoholism, work-alcoholism, and a host of other “isms” have reached epidemic proportions. It may have been Benjamin Franklin who said, “A disease is never brought under control ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-33

Denomination: Baptist

We Need Healthy Children Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009

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The challenge before us is how best to create a healthcare system in which all children receive care that is safe, effective, efficient, timely and family centered regardless of background or cultural differences.

Sermon on Sunday, September 10, 2006 at Union Baptist Church “We Need Healthy Children” Mark 9: 14-27 “How long has the child been like this?” In this second installment in our Back to School Series, Jesus poses a question over two thousand years ago that haunts us today, “How ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Necessity Of Self Discipline

Contributed by Rusty Tardo on Apr 30, 2009

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Christ calls the believer to take up his cross daily...

The Necessity of Self Discipline Dr. Russell K. Tardo Discipleship means discipline. The words are synonymous. That the words sound alike is no coincidence because a disciple is a disciplined one, a pupil. Even the very angels have been given responsibilities. They are given charge over the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Transformed

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

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God wants to give us a complete “make over”... He has provided the means (Jesus’ blood) to remove the deformity of sin and He provides the tools (Bible study, prayer, fellowship) to fashion a new person.

Be Transformed 07/09/06 AM Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Introduction In Romans 12:1-2, Paul makes the following plea regarding transforming our lives: “Therefore I urge you, brethren, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Priority Of Praise

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

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Praise must be a priority in our lives

The Priority of Praise Psalm 150 July 9, 2006 Morning Worship Introduction Mike Ditka is one of those sports personalities who seem larger than life. Now coach of the New Orleans Saints, he recently shocked his coaching staff when he announced that he would not use profanity anymore. According to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

A Fresh Start To The Unfinished Walls Of Our Lives And Ministry

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

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HOW AM I DOING IN FINISHING WHAT GOD SET FORTH IN MY LIFE?

New Years Resolutions… most common of which usually relate to health, eating and exercise… #1 is dieting. - Average American gains 5-7 pounds between Thanksgiving and Christmas o I’ve done my share… in fact, maybe even a little extra so one of you may get a break - We can all appreciate fresh ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dangerous Neglect

Contributed by Jay Robison on Oct 11, 2006

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How shall we escape if we neglect so great a salvation? God offers a great salvation, as individuals and churches we can neglect salvation.

DANGEROUS NEGLECT October 8, 2006 Jay Davis Robison HEBREWS 2:1-4 An unthinkable case of neglect . . 8-4-06 Liz & David Carroll left their home East of Cincinnati For a 3-day family reunion in Grant County KY When they did left 3-year old Marcus Fiesel in a closet at home Marcus foster ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Filled With The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Feb 14, 2006

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Being filled with the Holy Spirit is a daily command and not a suggestion. It is not about emotions but about obedience

FILLED WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT EPHESIANS 5.18-21 Why is it that so many Christians feel there is something missing in their spiritual life? We read the NT accounts of believers and feel that our faith is just not that exciting, why? We read about the Holy Spirit coming upon individual believers and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

God's Plan For Marriage (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jul 10, 2009

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The second of two sermons preached on the topic of marriage and God’s ideal for it.

God’s Plan for Marriage (Pt. 2) Text: Ephesians 5:21-33 By: Ken McKinley (Read Text) Marriage was instituted by God in the Garden of Eden, it’s not the invention of man. In-fact; I think we could make the argument from Scripture that marriage is the basic institution from which all other ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:21-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Consistent Faith

Contributed by Paul Cull on Jun 1, 2008

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Consistent faith is impartial Consistent faith is active Consistent faith is REAL!

James Ch 2:1-26 Consistent faith If you are interested in politics, the last few weeks and months have been quite interesting. And it has culminated with the Crewe and Nantwich by-election last week, in which the substantial majority of Gwyneth Dunwoody was completely reversed by the success of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Peace, The Church And Society

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 3, 2015

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God will deal with the evil people of this world who do not repent and turn from their evil ways. We as members of the church are not to judge but are to be shepherds of the sheep, seekers of the lost, friends of sinners, the poor and broken-hearted.

“You have heard it said of old, an eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth, but I say unto you; do not resist the evil person. If he strikes you on the left, turn to him on the right”. Jesus tells us in Matthew 5 verses 38-39 not to contribute to further violence by retribution, but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-39

Denomination: Anglican

Sermon Iv - Series Loving People Into The Kingdom Series

Contributed by James Webster on Feb 25, 2014

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Sermon IV on the Series of Loving People into the Kingdom, Don't Just Go to Church Be the Church

CATLETTSBURG SOUTHSIDE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE AM MESSAGE SUNDAY- FEBRUARY 23, 2014 SERIES: “LOVING PEOPLE INTO THE KINGDOM” SERMON IV TEXT: LUKE 10:17-21a OPENING STATEMENT This is the last Sunday in a series that we have been preaching through the month of February about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-21

Denomination: Nazarene

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