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  • Quint Pitts avatar

    Uncommon Service Series

    Contributed by Quint Pitts on Oct 17, 2009
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    A look at how Philip’s life was an example of uncommon service.

    UNCOMMON SERVICE The Cure For The Common Life—Part 4 Jesus lived and breathed service. Jesus stooped to love. He bent over backward to concern himself with others’ needs. It doesn’t seem logical that God would choose service as the path to try to impact the world. Yet the most strident atheist ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Seeking God's Heart - Lord's Prayer Week 2 Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 29, 2006
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    Our prayer life must begin with our relationship with our heavenly Father. God wants us to spend time in his presence even before anything else so we can know his heart. Only afterward should we pray for our needs and the needs of others.

    Last week we looked at how prayer is one of the primary ways in which we stay connected to God, or the way Jesus said it, to abide in him, or to be in a relationship with God. All of these terms describe the same thing. Prayer was how Jesus stayed connected to God his Father when he walked the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Very Jewish Messiah

    Contributed by Jeffrey Wildrick on Nov 8, 2006
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    In a predominantly Gentile church, it’s easy to forget how important Jesus’ jewishness is to his mission as savior and Lord. This message explores his Jewish roots and shows how God’s purposes are fulfilled by our very Jewish messiah. Special emphasis on

    The Jesus I Never Knew: A Very Jewish Messiah Text: Matthew 26:17-30; Romans 11:17-24 November 5, 2006 Jeffrey Hayes Wildrick Today, we’re beginning a new series of messages inspired by the book, The Jesus I Never Knew, by Philip Yancy. Christians usually think they know a lot about Jesus. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Owens avatar

    The Resurrection Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 10, 2007
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    The resurrection makes a difference in what we think about Jesus and how we live our lives today.

    A. Once a singing group called The Resurrection was scheduled to sing at a church. 1. Unfortunately, a big snowstorm postponed the performance, so the minister fixed the sign outside the church to read, “The Resurrection is postponed.” I’m sure that created some alarm! 2. Aren’t you glad the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Face To Face With God’s Great Grace Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 2, 2012
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    How can we see the greatness of God’s grace? 1. Look at the torment of our sin (vs. 10-11). 2. Look at the treasures of our Savior (vs. 12-15). 3. Look at the transformation of our salvation (vs. 16-22).

    Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 11: Face to Face with God’s Great Grace Genesis 28:10-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 1, 2012 BACKGROUND: *We have been exploring Old Testament encounters with the pre-incarnate Jesus Christ, Jehovah, the Lord God Almighty, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "what Doesn't Kill Us ..." Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 29, 2019
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    James calls God’s training regimen “various [kinds of] trials” (James 1:2). As he prepares his friends for the inevitable test, he outlines for them ... and for us … the following five strategies to employ when times of testing challenge us.

    A very popular show in the sixties and seventies was a little half-hour police drama called … [do the theme music] … “Dragnet.” Remember that show? It starred Jack Webb as “Joe Friday” … a detective with the Los Angels Police Department. Joe Friday was a no-nonsense cop. His famous line was … ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    To Hope Again

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 20, 2017
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    HOPE ALLOWS US TO LOOK TO THE FUTURE, AND DARE TO BELIEVE THAT OUR LIVES CAN BE BETTER AS WE DO.

    TO HOPE AGAIN 1 PETER 1:1-9 HOPE IS THE ONE THING IN THIS WORLD THAT WE CANNOT LIVE WITHOUT. HOPE ALLOWS US TO LOOK TO THE FUTURE, AND DARE TO BELIEVE THAT OUR LIVES CAN BE BETTER AS WE DO. 1 PETER 1:3-4: “3 ¶ PRAISED (HONORED, BLESSED) BE THE GOD AND FATHER OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST (THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When The Storms Of Life Are Raging

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Jul 17, 2017
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    There is only one thing that we cannot live without – and that is God Himself. But usually it’s not until all we have is God, that we discover God is all we need. Then our song will be Give Me Jesus! Moses is going to be reduced to God.

    WHEN THE STORMS OF LIFE ARE RAGGING Exodus 2:15-22 Intro: 1. Philip Yancy decided to spend a few days in a monastery. He wanted to get away from all of the hustle and bustle. The monk said, “I hope your stay is a blessed one, and if you need anything, let us know, and we’ll teach you how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Best Out Of Life

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jul 21, 2003
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    There are Biblical principles which can help us make life better.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A man by the name of George owned an apartment complex and had just completed the exterior brick work on the 2nd floor. He had some bricks left over and was trying to decide the best way to get the load of bricks back down to the ground level without breaking them. He noticed a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Untouchables – Homosexuality Series

    Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009
     | 5,423 views

    Sermon examining the biblical teaching on homosexuality

    “The Untouchables – Homosexuality” Gladstone Baptist Church – 3/9/06 pm I want to start tonight by playing a News video clip from ABC… S1 Play a clip from the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras. Ask congregation : - What is your reaction to that clip? - What is your reaction to the people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Curtis E. Nester avatar

    The Church Driven Into The World Series

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 30, 2016
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    The church at Jerusalem is driven into the world as result of persecution and carries the Gospel everywhere.

    SERIES: Adventures in Acts 008 TITLE: The Church Driven into the World TEXT: Acts 8:1-25 INTRO: After His resurrection, Jesus had told His Disciples, "You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Gospel According To Star Trek Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jun 19, 2015
     | 5,907 views

    : Accepting the Great Commission requires following the directives of Captain Jesus.

    The Gospel According To Star Trek Text: Acts 8:26-40 Introduction 1. Illustration: If you've ever been a fan of the sci-fi show Star Trek then you are familiar with the quote that opened every episode. "Space: the final frontier. These are the voyages of the starship Enterprise. Its continuing ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Respoonding To The Oportunity

    Contributed by Darrin Fish on Sep 3, 2015
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    Our witnessing to a single person is just as important as the mass evangelist’s outreach to thousands. • It’s every Christian’s business to Fish for Men

    Last week we talked about Becoming Fishers of Men (Elab) Today I want to look at the guidance that we are given through the Spirit • Or more specifically how the Spirit can guide us with the process of • Being Fishers of Men Opportunities happen everyday we just have to be open to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Reaching Out To Non-Christians Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 29, 2017
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     | 4,612 views

    If you should find yourself in a dialogue opportunity with a Muslim, take a long time to listen.

    Thursday of 3rd Week of Easter 2017 Joy of the Gospel It’s important from time to time to remind ourselves just how the NT came into existence. First there were stories and lessons communicated orally in gatherings of the followers of Christ–the Church. Different communities treasured stories ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Jonathan Spurlock avatar

    Seven Sundays To Easter: "sir, We Would See Jesus" Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 25, 2021
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    Passover was near and Jews from all over the world were coming to Jerusalem. Some of them came in contact with Philip, one of our Lord's disciples, and asked for his assistance.

    (Note: this message is based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church of Sigourney, Iowa in March 2019 and is not an exact reproduction.) Introduction: The Lord Jesus Christ was on His way to Jerusalem, where in just a few days He would be crucified and would die for the sins of the world. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist