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Casual Attitude Or Committed Action?

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 25, 2002

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Most people respond to Christ in one of two ways: casual attitude or committed action.

CASUAL ATTITUDE OR COMMITTED ACTION? Mark 11:1-11 INTRO.- ILL.- A preacher was riding on a plane filled with people and cigarette smoke. (Of course, this had to be some time ago since we know that smoking is now banned on airplanes.) The preacher knew he would have to take a bath, and send his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11, Mark 11:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Defining Discipleship" Part Two Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Apr 10, 2002

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The message encourages Christians to spread the Gospel and to inspire one another in effective soul winning.

Wed. Night Bible Study Prepared For Jan. 23rd, 2002 (Christian Discipleship) Defining Discipleship (Part Two) Matt 4:19 (NKJV)19 Then He said to them, "Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men." Acts 1:8 (NKJV) 8 "But you shall ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Acts 1:8

Denomination: Church Of God

Called To A Life Of Holiness

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 10, 2002

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It is one thing to talk about Christianity, but it is another thing altogether to live a Christian life.

CALLED TO A LIFE OF HOLINESS Text: First Peter 1:13-25 "Quaker philospher Elton Trueblood described our society as a "cut- flower" civilization. The basic Christian truths have built it, but if we are disconnected from our roots, our ideals and ethics eventually fade and die. If we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: United Methodist

To Far To Turn Back?

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Apr 19, 2002

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There is a point of no return....the point at which one has hardened his/her heart.

In many areas of life, there are points that we reach that make it impossible to return. A. Airplanes especially point this problem out. 1. Take-off......point of commitment....either fly or crash. 2. Long range flights.....point of no return.... don’t have enough fuel to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Encouragement Of Discipline

Contributed by Mike Hays on Apr 21, 2002

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The training, correcting, and molding of our character by the Lord is one of His greatest blessings in life.

The Encouragement of Discipline Hebrews 12:4-11 For the past two weeks we have been studying the twelfth chapter of Hebrews and learning how we can run the race of faith. The writer of Hebrews has used the illustration of a runner to teach us that we should cast aside everything that would ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Love Must Be Sincere Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on May 11, 2001

based on 84 ratings

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The new church is one where our community discovers a love that is expressed and experienced as sincere.

Being God’s church in the new millennium means… Our Love Must Be Sincere (Lesson 6 of our New Millennium, New Church series) What kids say about marriage How do you decide who to marry? - “You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like if you like sports, she should like it that you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matchless Love

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 12, 2004

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This is a devotional written for our church newsletter on the love Christ has for each one of us

Matchless Love Ephesians 3:18-19 Do you understand what it means to know that Jesus loves you? 14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15 from whom his whole family in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:18-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Persecution Prayer (Acts 4) Series

Contributed by Gregg Strawbridge on Apr 13, 2003

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A study in how the early church prayed: in one accord, to the Sovereign Lord, for spiritual empowerment.

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard the idea that you shouldn’t base your beliefs and convictions on a historical book - like Acts? What do you think? Do you think that we should follow the examples of those OUTLINE FOR TODAY WE MUST PRAY IN SOLIDARITY - ONE ACCORD WE MUST PRAY TO A SOVEREIGN ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What We Believe: God (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Apr 28, 2003

based on 11 ratings

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Discover what difference the one true God who is victorious makes in our lives

Three Sundays ago, we looked at the fact that God is self-existent. In other words, God is the first cause of all there is. The Bible tells us that in the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. God existed before there was anything. God’s self-existence also means that He did fine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:4-6

Denomination: *other

The Hope Of The Resurrection

Contributed by J. Yeargin on May 29, 2003

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The whole world will one day see the real “Shock and Awe” of God’s power.

THE HOPE OF THE RESURRECTION Text – Matthew 28:1 thru 6 Today is Easter. The most celebrated day of the year for the Christian faith. We have come to worship the Risen Savior. There are many stories that have to do with the morning of the Resurrection. Throughout the year we give special ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6, Matthew 28:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Sharp Dressed Man

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Dec 29, 2003

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Paul tell us that to be pleasing to God there are some things that we must put on.

I went to our local thrift store and bought an outfit, (Dark brown 1970’s pants, Hot Pink 1980’s shirt, Ugly tie, and 1950’s navy blue sports coat with red stiching) to preach this sermon. It went over real well. A Sharp Dressed Man Colossians 3: 5-14 By now the all of your Christmas presents ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tarrying At The Throne

Contributed by Douglas Vogel on Jan 6, 2004

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One way success is found is in praying for others, no matter how difficult life is.

“TARRYING AT THE THRONE” Matthew 2:13-18 As a pastor in the Free Methodist Church for nearly 18 years, and your pastor for the last 4½ years, it is time for me to come front & center regarding God’s will for our church. I know there are a number of indicators that people use to gauge health & ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Methodist

On The Road To Damascus

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Jan 20, 2004

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One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked this earth.

One of the most dramatic encounters with Jesus occurred when Jesus no longer walked on this earth. It happened when a man named Saul met our Lord on the road to Damascus. Who was Saul of Tarsus? 1. He was a faithful Jew. (Philippians 3:4-6) He was a member of the proud tribe of Benjamin, one of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse Or A Blessing Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Feb 26, 2004

based on 63 ratings

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Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Message Series

The Scandalous Cross: A Curse or a Blessing Part One of “The Passion of the Christ – Curious? Find out more!” Series at Grace International Baptist Church, Vancouver, BC Mel Gibson’s new movie The Passion of the Christ opened to about 3,000 screens this past Wednesday. Some here may have already ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 21:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"The Great Invitation"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 12, 2004

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We are confronted with many invitations, but there is only one invitation which will satisfy our needs.

ISAIAH 55:1-9 “The Great Invitation” By Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org “Get your hot dogs here! Only $5.00.” “Ice cold Coke here, ice cold Coke! Only $4.50.” That’s what we hear when we go to see a baseball, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-9

Denomination: United Methodist

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