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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
     | 18,337 views

    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

  • 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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    A Life Worthy Of The Gospel

    Contributed by Jason Fletcher on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
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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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    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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    Praise In Persecution

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 10, 2001
    based on 77 ratings
     | 8,137 views

    An exhortation to praise when life hurts.

    Praise In Persecution We often paint the Christian life as one of utter joy and prosperity when we witness to unbelievers. Christians spend their lives trying to live up to that sales pitch. They learn to ignore the pain in their lives or accept it as punishment for their sins. They wear ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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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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    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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    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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    Bringing Some Of Heaven To Earth

    Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 19, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,228 views

    Learn how we can help others experience a little of Heaven on Earth.

    Introduction: Before I give the introductory information, which may not be exciting to all, I just want you to know that we’re going to cover the exciting topic of how to experience a bit of Heaven on earth. The doctor who says, "The good news is you’re going to Heaven, the bad news is you’re ...read more

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    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

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    No Fear! Series

    Contributed by Jay Patton on May 20, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,321 views

    Don’t let fear stop your joy in the Lord Jesus.

    Introduction: Colors illustration Read Scripture/Pray Background: Paul switches from his status to theirs – perhaps they’ll have to go on without him. Purpose Statement: In The face of trials... I. Be worthy (v. 27) A. This is central 1. Act like the new creation that you are 2. Importance of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Focusing On The Positive! Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 5, 2001
    based on 359 ratings
     | 76,918 views

    How you look at something can make a world of difference in how you behave. Life is like that. What you focus upon in life will generally determine the kind of decisions you make.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2011) ILL. Have you heard the story of the farmer who was discouraged with his farm? So he decided to sell out & move somewhere else. He engaged a realtor to look the farm over & prepare a sales ad. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Pressed To Be Blessed

    Contributed by Derrick Watson on Apr 3, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 13,066 views

    Sometimes God allows us to go through some things to bring us to our point of blessing.

    “Pressed To Be Blessed” Philippians 1:21; 2:5; 3:13-14 1. My bro and my sis, this book was written to the church in Philippi by the apostle Paul while imprisoned in Rome. His purpose for writing this epistle was to encourage the church at Philippi to continue to spiritually grow in Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians Have A Sure Thing

    Contributed by Edward Frey on Sep 21, 2002
    based on 61 ratings
     | 6,168 views

    May God grant us the courage and willingness to exalt Christ in life and in death!

    There’s no such thing as a sure thing.” That statement brings out the blatant skepticism inherent to the human nature. Whether you’re dealing with the stock market or simply perusing the coupons in the Sunday paper, people are cautious to jump at something. After all, if it seems too good to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Getting Ready To Go!

    Contributed by Patrick Doherty on Sep 24, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,884 views

    Letting the Christian idea of death change the way we live.

    Getting Ready to Go! Letting death change the way you live! Six frogs are on a lily-pad and four decide to jump off, how many are left? There is a huge difference in knowing something and letting affect your actions. According to a newspaper report a private school was have a unique problem. A ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ