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Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Parry on Oct 17, 2007

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A message looking at the first Beatitude: "Blessed are the poor in spirit..." This series also served to introduce the launch of Celebrate Recovery.

“Poor in Spirit” The Words of Jesus – The Beatitudes FCC – October 7, 2007 Text: Matthew 5: 3 Introduction: Today we are continuing a new sermon series on The Beatitudes. This was the first recorded sermon of Jesus and He taught about attitudes for the Kingdom. Jesus took His followers up a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Baptist

Shaping Up For God Series

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 6, 2005

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This sermon will help you condition your heart to live a victorious life for God.

Shaping Up for God! Joshua 5 What kind of shape are you in? We use the phrase “in shape” to refer to a person’s physical condition. When a person improves their physical condition we will say they are shaping up. Near the end of every summer, football ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Will Your Faith Get You To Heaven?

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003

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James is battling those who say you are saved by faith and can live as you want.

WILL YOUR FAITH GET YOU TO HEAVEN? James 2:14-26 This is the passage that some people believe that James contradicts Paul. It seems on the surface that this is true. In Romans 3:28, Paul specifically says that a person is justified by faith without the works of the law. Yet we are told by James ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

A Man Afer God's Own Heart

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 9, 2004

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The characteristics of a man (or woman) after God’s own heart. I also have this message available in Powerpoint, if you would like to use it, just email me at apayne@chickeechurch.org.

A Man After God’s Own Heart 1 Samuel 13:14 Psalm 26 Intro. Saul had disobeyed God. His throne was taken away and given to another. David was annointed by Samuel to be the new King of Israel. The Lord is still seeking a man (person) who is “after His own heart” In Psalm 26 we see the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:1-12, Psalm 26:1

Denomination: Baptist

¿dónde Estas Buscándolo Tu?

Contributed by Ramon Rojas on Apr 23, 2005

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Es triste ver en nuestros tiempos como vidas que se llaman ser cristianos manifiestan un vacío en medio de ellos. La mayoría están es búsqueda de una relacion mayor con el Señor, sin embargo le están buscando en medio de los muertos. Es tiempo de tomar

¿DÓNDE ESTAS BUSCÁNDOLO TU? Lectura: Lucas 24:5 Introducción: Es triste ver en nuestros tiempos como vidas que se llaman ser cristianos manifiestan un vacío en medio de ellos. La mayoría están es búsqueda de una relacion mayor con el Señor, sin embargo le están buscando en medio de los muertos. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Service Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jul 1, 2004

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A message on living the Christian life.

THE SERVICE OF CHRIST Colossians 1:23-29 INTRO: What the eye once sees it can never unsee. I wonder what would happen if we saw Jesus as Paul saw him? What would happen to us if we had that kind of vision? Here is a man who didn’t see him personally, but fell at his feet. You can’t meet Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Sign Of A Christian Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 15, 2007

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The sign that we are a Christian is that we obey His word.

The Sign of a Christian Text: 1 Jn. 2:3-11 Introduction 1. Illustration: Despite the "Do Not Touch" signs, a museum was having no success in keeping patrons from touching--and soiling--priceless furniture and art. But the problem evaporated overnight when a clever museum employee replaced the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Methodist

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2007

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Self-Denial, Cross-bearing and Obedience are the central elements of being a disciple of Jesus Christ.

At this time of year, most people have completed their holidays and are back focusing on work. Were your holiday’s what you expected? The following are actual responses from comment cards given to the staff members at Bridger Wilderness Area in NW Wyoming. -Trails need to be reconstructed. Please ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Other

"Role-Model Saints" Romans Pt. 17 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 24, 2007

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Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and not act worldly but instead act like living sacrifices for Jesus. This in turn will make us a hero in the eyes of Kingdom of God.

Role-model Saints (Cont. pt. d) Romans part 17 Opening Illustration: From Blue-fish TV “The church saved my life.” Thesis: Paul in chapter 12 tells us that we must be role models saints for this world and not act worldly but instead act like living sacrifices for Jesus. This in turn will make us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 30, 2004

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This sermon introduces the Apostles’ Creed further, giving additional background to the origin and organization of the Apostles’ Creed.

Introduction Today, I would like to continue with our new series of sermons on The Apostles¡¦ Creed. The Apostles¡¦ Creed is a statement of belief, and today I would like to explore some of the background to this creed. Please listen as I recite the Apostles¡¦ Creed: I believe in God the Father ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hallowed Be Thy Name

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 26, 2002

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We cannot seperate The Lord from his name, Therefore to know the Lord we must know him by his name.

To hallow the Name of the Lord is to sanctify or set apart, To honor and to revere, To recognize as High Holy and pure. 1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mercy-The Way To Happiness Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003

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John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had angered him and remarked, "I shall never forgive him!" Wesley answered, "Then I hope, sir, you never sin."

Mercy-The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy" (Matt. 5:7). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-7 Introduction John Wesley visited General Oglethorpe when he was governor of the colony of Georgia. The general mentioned an incident involving a man who had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Urge To Cling

Contributed by John Vella on Feb 5, 2007

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We instinctively know that clinging behaviour in an adult is not a good thing. Jesus knew that very well. He knew that the urge to cling could even cause us to lose our life. We could end up not really alive. Instead of being free in Christ, our clinging

Seeds for Sowing, Vol. IV, Issue 3, No. 20 Fifth Sunday of Lent (Year B) April 9, 2000 Readings: * Jeremiah 31:31-34 * Hebrews 5:7-9 * John 12:20-33 The Urge to Cling Mother Attachment Have you ever seen a little boy clinging to his mother’s leg? He’s afraid that he’ll be left alone and he ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Catholic

False Teachers – False Hopes

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 27, 2002

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Everywhere we look people seem to always focus in on things that are different about each and every one of us. Sometimes we use this difference as a point of superiority in order to call ourselves better or above others.

Sermon Title: False Teachers – False Hopes Sermon Text: Jude 1:3-5 Sunday Evening, August 13, 2000 Scripture Introduction: There is much to be said for the saying that good things come in small packages, as is in this case with the small epistle of Jude. This letter in it’s beginning intent was ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3-5

Denomination: *other

Clean And Pure: A Way Of Life Series

Contributed by Wes Humble on Nov 11, 2006

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Sermon on the Seventh Commandment

In the midst of marital disagreement it is not uncommon for a spouse to wonder if there isn’t somebody with whom they would be more compatible. Suleyman Guresci, of Izmir, Turkey, divorced his wife of twenty-one years after a bitter six-year court battle. In an effort to find the ideal woman, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: *other

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