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  • Don Hawks avatar

    A Model For A Memorial Or Funeral Message

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Oct 16, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
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    This is a generic model for a funeral message for someone who died after struggling with an illness, using the autobiography of Morrie Schwartz who died of ALS to craft the message.

    MESSAGE FOR A MEMORIAL OR FUNERAL SERVICE ___________________________ I’ve been in a funk for a couple of weeks now. But I think I’m coming out of it now. Strange that I could say that on the occasion for which we have come together here. It all started a couple of weeks ago as I anticipated ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    To Be Continued....

    Contributed by John Beehler on Oct 23, 2002
    based on 32 ratings
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    God has work for you no matter what your age.

    To Be Continued.... 6 Signs That You’re Getting Old 1. Your back goes out more often than you do. 2. You’re proud of your lawn mower. 3. Your arms are almost too short to read the newspaper. 4. You sing along with the elevator music. 5. You no longer think of speed limits as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Confidence Of God

    Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 23, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
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    One of the ways that we live in the light of Easter is by living in the confidence of God.

    1. Today, we continue our April series, Living In the Light of Easter,” by examining the second I am of our identity, as Neil T. Anderson says, in Christ, “ I am secure in Christ.” 2. Last week we looked at being accepted in Christ. And we are accepted on the basis of our faith and trust in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Seeking The Lost, For All The Wrong Reasons

    Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 30, 2002
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    There are those who may go about to convert lost souls....but not with the proper motive that God wants us to be moved by.

    I think that we all have done some things with the wrong motives in our hearts. A. When we were little, we didn’t misbehave if we at all thought that there might be a reward coming. 1. We were actually phonies...we weren’t being good because we loved and honored our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ed Wood avatar

    Magnifying Christ

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 9, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
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    Paul’s one consuming desire was to magnify Christ in his life. As believers, we should strife for the same.

    MAGNIFYING CHRIST Philippians 1:8-20 INTRO: Paul’s one consuming desire was to have Christ enlarged, even if his own body and life was entirely lost sight of. Paul was continually seeking to get self out of the way, and magnify Christ. After all, this is the only way we have in this life of MAKING ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Pauls Heart, Paul's Prayer"

    Contributed by Mark Hensley on Aug 16, 2002
    based on 68 ratings
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    Look inside the great heart of the Apostle Paul!

    West Greeley Baptist Church August 18 2002 Philippians 1: 7-11 “Paul’s heart, Paul’s Prayer” Pastor Mark Hensley “7It is right for me to feel this way about all of you, since I have you in my heart; for whether I am in chains or defending and confirming the gospel, all of you share in God’s grace ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Fletcher avatar

    A Life Worthy Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Jason Fletcher on Aug 19, 2002
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    How to live a life worthy of the gospel.

    For to me to live is Christ But to die is gain Now that I must stay with you—here is what you should do: Live Your Life Worthy of the Gospel of Christ How do we do this? Paul goes on to explain: 1. Be unified in the Spirit (v. 27) We must be in fellowship with the Father in order to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Under Construction

    Contributed by Scott Gipson on Feb 20, 2001
    based on 194 ratings
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    GOD IS STILL WORKING ON US...

    “Under construction” Phil 1:6 Intro: Many may look at this steel bar and see nothing to it. A). Others may see a steel bar that has a limited use at best. B). A blacksmith sees this as a $10 horseshoe. C). A manufacturer sees this as $350 worth of sewing needles. D). A watch maker can turn this ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    God Is At Work! Series

    Contributed by Mark Atherton on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
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    A look at Philippians 1:6

    Truths That Transform Philippians 1:6 God is at work. He who began... God is doing a good work. Philippians 1:9 1Cor. 13 Gal 5:22 God’s work in you is in progress. Philippians 1:9; 1:25; 2:12 Romans 7:15, 18b *You can give up on God but God will not give up on you.* God is ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Keeping A Kingdom Perspective Series

    Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 5, 2001
    based on 56 ratings
     | 4,635 views

    A look at Philippians 1:12-27

    “Keeping A Kingdom Perspective” See God’s hand in your problems in the circumstances of life. Philippians 1:12-14 when you have people problems Philippians 1:15-18 Decide to rejoice Philippians 1:18c Exhibit godly character Philippians 1:27 The ancor text is 1:21. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Turning Chains Into Courage

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,889 views

    Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

    This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Turning Chains Into Courage

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 120 ratings
     | 9,751 views

    Learn how right focus can turn obstacles and roadblocks into opportunities for courageous service for God.

    This morning, we’ll continue with chapter 1, verses 12-18a, and we’ll look at how Paul turns his chains into courage. We will look at two observations from this text and one main principle with two areas of application. Observations: The first observation I like to make is from verse 13: "As a ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Three Disciplines That Bring Joy

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 190 ratings
     | 10,724 views

    Learn the three disciplines to ensure joy for your journey in life.

    Introduction: I don’t know how many of you like or dislike the word discipline, but the word usually brings a strong response. You, either, love discipline and live a disciplined life, or you love discipline but are frustrated because you don’t live a disciplined life, or you hate discipline but ...read more

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  • Tommy Ellis avatar

    I Have Learned To Be Content

    Contributed by Tommy Ellis on May 10, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 8,413 views

    Sermon describes the difficulty of being content, even in the best of circumstances. Believers are then admonished to be content, even in the worst of circumstances--through faith in Jesus.

    I HAVE LEARNED TO BE CONTENT Have you ever suffered terribly, and somebody said to you, “I know how you feel?” Perhaps you wanted to slap them and say, “You’ve never been where I am–you do NOT know how I feel.” Today, we will read of the Apostle Paul’s admonition to be content in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Ralph Juthman avatar

    Skunks, Chains And The Joy Of The Lord

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002
    based on 424 ratings
     | 20,660 views

    Sermon on posessing Joy inspite of circumstances

    The Joy Stealers #1 ‘Skunks Chains, and the Joy of the Lord’ Philippians 1:13-21 Introduction: A funny thing happened in Darlington, Maryland several years ago. Edith, a mother of eight, was coming home from a neighbours house one Saturday afternoon. As she walked into the living room, she saw ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal