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3 Gifts Of Christmas

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Dec 18, 2005

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looking at the meaning behind the three gifts that were presented by the wise men for Christmas

Intro: the story is told that some soldiers leaving an island at the end of World War 2 conveyed Christmas to the islanders with gifts and Christmas songs. Years later one of these men visited that island and was shocked to find a church there. He was invited to attend the service, which consisted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Playing By Ear Or The Book?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Oct 26, 2005

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In your oppinion, would playing church by ear be enough to get you to heaven?

ARE YOU PLAYING BY EAR OR BY THE BOOK James 1:22-25 22 But be ye doers of the word , and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves. 23 For if any be a hearer of the word , and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: 24 For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Access Denied

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Apr 3, 2004

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When God speaks, He expects us to listen. If we don’t,there will be consequences.

This isn’t a message where there will be a lot of shouting. Paul said in order to present every man perfect in Christ, you have to do two things: 1. WARN 2. TEACH As children, we don’t usually mind getting taught by our parents. We definitely don’t like warnings. Warnings save our lives. People ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Going To The Next Level - 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 14, 2003

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The second of two parts on why we should grow and how.

Summer, 2004 Dakota Community Church Going To The Next Level - 2 Review of last week: Philippians 3: 7-17 7But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8What is more; I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-17, Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Mennonite

God Encounters #4: Jesus The Soon Coming King Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Aug 24, 2007

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Jesus is the King who is returning soon. But - what is the Kingdom of God? When will Jesus return? How can we get ready?

CLOSE ENCOUNTERS OF THE GOD KIND #4 – JESUS THE SOON COMING KING OPENING TEXT: “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever.” (Hebrews 13:8). • For the past month, we have been considering the Foursquare Gospel, and looking at Jesus the Saviour, Healer, Baptiser in the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27-28

Denomination: *other

Just Pray

Contributed by Randall Lavere Ii on May 1, 2007

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Does God hear my prayers? the answer is a resounding yes !!! the most powerful message I’ve ever ministered.

Just pray already. Last Sunday night we talked about overcoming anxiety. We gave biblical steps to beat depression, worry fear, and fretfullness. 1.-seek ye first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all of these things shall be added unto you. 2-Ps. 34:14-seek peace and pursue it. 3-Is. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Charismatic

What Does It Mean To Be A One-Woman Man?

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Nov 14, 2006

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Engage yourself in this explanation and application of I Timothy 3:2 and 3:12 nnd come to grips with the phrase “...husband of one wife...”

As we look at what is required to lead the church of God, today we examine a very interesting phrase. It is found in I Timothy 3:2 & 3:12, and it has sparked debate for many years. The phrase is this: “...husband of one wife...” Allow me today to take you mentally through the text first, then ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Quench Not The Spirit

Contributed by Kevin Burden on Mar 5, 2008

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There are some people whose thoughts are so continuously negative that they have themselves convinced that there’s something wrong with everyone and everything.

Pastor Kevin Burden ~ Carter Creek Baptist Church, Greenville, KY ~ Sunday PM, March 2nd, 2008 1 Thessalonians 5:15-23 “See that none render evil for evil unto any man; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all men. 16Rejoice evermore. 17Pray without ceasing. 18In every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19

Denomination: Baptist

We Preach Christ Crucified

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Mar 7, 2008

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Lent 3(B) - We preach Christ crucified: Christ crucified is God’s wisdom and Christ crucified is God’s strength for believers.

WE PREACH CHRIST CRUCIFIED (Outline) February 24, 2008 – LENT 3 - 1 Corinthians 1:21-25 INTRO: Let’s face it: man and God seldom think exactly the same way. The thoughts and mind of man does not agree too often with the thoughts and mind of God. Man in his selfish, self-centered life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:22-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Cain & Abel

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

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Why Cain’s offering rejected, Abel’s accepted, why Cain killed Abel, how God responded, how we should live in the light of this

Children’s Talk • Sisters: Carol (13, going into year 9) & Abbie (10, going into year 6) • It was day before Mother’s Day • Both girls got a card for their Mum  Abbie went and bought the nicest… coloured card, glue, glitter, colouring pens…made the card (drew some sheep- Mum likes ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

1-1/2 Advent

Contributed by David Trexler on Dec 1, 2007

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We need a coming in-between the 1st and 2nd Advent

Sermon for Matthew 24:36-44 2007 I assume everyone knows what it feels like to wait for something to come. It’s not even winter yet and I’m already waiting for summer when my family and I take our annual vacation to Ocean Isle North Carolina. I can’t wait! Seriously, I’m already looking forward ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Swords Into Plowshares Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Dec 1, 2007

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When will the war end?

When will the war end? We are fighting a war in Iraq that began on March 20, 2003. One month before that, the Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld said “It is unknowable how long that conflict will last. It could last 6 days, 6 weeks. I doubt six months.” (USA Today, April 1, 2003, “Prewar ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Or Who Are You Following

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 5, 2007

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Priorities are important in life. We need to think critically about what our priorities should be and work to live them out.

I want to start off tonight by asking you guys to get into pairs and discuss the following question. “What are the top five priorities in my life?” ***Take a few minutes to share responses with the large group*** This issue of what are our priorities is such an important question for all of us to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Desire And Faith

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 24, 2007

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This is a passage that is filled with promise. It promises the things that people want most in life: long life, peace of mind, favor with God and man, direction for life, health and strength, and fulness of provisions.

This is a passage that is filled with promise. It promises the things that people want most in life: long life, peace of mind, favor with God and man, direction for life, health and strength, and fulness of provisions. In John 5:6, Jesus asked the man at the pool of Bethesda if he wanted to made ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Hand Of God - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Shell Osbon on Dec 31, 2007

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This message will consider several ways that God’s hand is upon the life of every Christ-follower.

12.04.05 PM Smyrna Assembly of God Pastor Shell Osbon “The Hand Of God - Part 2” Ecclesiastes 9:1 Eccl 9:1 Solomon says, “For I considered all this in my heart, so that I could declare it all, that the righteous & the wise & their works are in the hand of God.” Intro Solomon makes a profound ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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