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Jonah And The Worm Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 19, 2003

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Jonah’s burning because Ninevah isn’t. God appeals to Jonah, and rather than show us Jonah’s response, He invites us to respond. Will we show compassion, or will we run from our responsibility?

“Jonah and the Worm” 4:1-11 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts In our final chapter, we see Jonah as a pouting prophet. Jonah reluctantly obeyed God, and now he’s sulking. He experienced such a wonderful display of God’s mercy; he saw God work in a ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18, Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Congregational

Joy In The Shadowlands

Contributed by Kathy Findley on Oct 25, 2003

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The premise of this sermon is that even in the midst of life’s sorrow, there is a depth of joy that abides within us.

Advent III – Joy Luke 2:26-55 In the wonderfully reflective book entitled, The Prophet, one can contemplate these words: The woman questioned the one she called Prophet of God, saying: “Speak to us now of Joy and Sorrow”. And he answered: The same well from which you laughter rises was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:26-55

Denomination: Baptist

The Chronicles Of Daniel #2: Frustrating Dreams

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 1, 2004

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GOD USES DREAMS FOR HIS GLORY!

THE CHRONICLES OF DANIEL #2: FRUSTRATING DREAMS DANIEL 2:1-23 SUNDAY PM JULY 25, 2004 INTRODUCTION: “FRUSTRATING DREAMS” – BOURNE IDENTITY, BOURNE SUPREMACY, BUTTERFLY EFFECT – MY OWN – PREACHING FOR A FRIEND’S CHURCH – WHAT ABOUT YOU? TRANSITION THOUGHT: As the chronicles of Daniel continue, we ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Communion Of Saints Series

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Sep 4, 2004

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The ninth phrase of the Creed: "The communion of saints"

I BELIEVE IN THE COMMUNION OF SAINTS TEXT: Hebrews 12:1-4 The parsonage lights were burning even later than usual this week as a couple of innocent questions sent me on a wild romp through my family geneaology. Courtesy of the Mormon website, which I believe is the most extensive, free ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

James, "When Less Is More" Series

Contributed by Rik Wadge on Oct 5, 2004

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Sometimes the lack of words concerning a believer’s life is a reminder of the Spiritual Paradox that "Less of us is More of Him."

The 12 Apostles Week 9 – James "the less" Dr. Rik B. Wadge, Ph.D. "When Less is More" Preparatory Introduction: Joel Olsteen’s declaration “This is my bible... I am what it says I am... I have what it says I have... I can do what it says I can do... Today I will be taught the Word of God... I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:4

Denomination: Bible Church

"Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004

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A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

"Come Closer!"

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Feb 8, 2005

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"Come Closer!" 1) A holy command that frightens 2) A gracious invitation that comforts

Chris, could you come up here? Come closer please. Closer. Closer! Did you notice how hesitant Chris was to come close to me? The closer I asked him to come the more wary he became. That’s only natural because I never told Chris why I wanted him to come close. For all he knows I am going to scold ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 24:12-18

Denomination: Lutheran

How Will We Get From Here To There?

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Feb 13, 2005

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A set of directions as we move forward as a church.

How do we get there from here? Pastor Glenn Newton 2-13-05 Text: 1 Chr. 16:7-23 (Read) “How do we get there from Here? Have you ever asked that question? Maybe when your on a trip and your husband, the navigator won’t stop and ask for directions? Maybe you’ve said that when you’ve been at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:7-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Running To Win

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 28, 2005

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Three choices that will keep you out of the winners circle.

January 2005 Dakota Community Church Running To Win Introduction: 2Timothy 2: 3-7 Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs–he wants to please his commanding officer. Similarly, if anyone competes as an athlete, he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-7

Denomination: Mennonite

Signal 22 For Joy Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jun 22, 2004

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Part 8 of study of Philippians

THE PASTOR’S POINTS Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor _____________________ "Granny" Parker always had trouble with that rooster! Granny was in her mid-70’s when I met her. She’d lived all her life on just two farms -- her ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7, Philippians 4:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

The Weak Strong Man. #5

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on May 24, 2005

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This entire riddle revealed the disobedience of Samson. Also it says something about the sins of gambling.

The riddle of Sampson. Judges 14:10 -- 20. 05/25/05 In our last chapter we noted the two trips Sampson and his parents made to Timnath regarding his marriage to the Philistines girl there. In this chapter we will consider what happened after they arrived in Timnath on the second trip. This ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Dad The Great American Hero

Contributed by John Harvey on Jun 7, 2005

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Dad’s are heroes in our lives. But with that role comes responsiblity to RESCUE, Relationship, Encourage, Support, CHampion, Understand, and Equip

“Dad: The Great American Hero” Father’s Day June 19, 2005 Intro: Show video clip of kids talking about why their dad is a hero. Today, we are here to celebrate dads. In our society today, dads don’t get enough credit. We always see on TV that dad never knows what’s going on. He is always in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of Shavuot (A Fresh Wind Blows

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 8, 2005

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The wind in the Book of Acts signified the birth of the Church. It empowered the 120 and by night fall had added at least 3000 to their ranks. From 120 to 3120 in 24 hours now that’s Church growth. Peter didn’t have time to conduct Church growth seminars

THE GLORY OF SHAVUOT (A fresh wind blows) IAN JOHNSON Jun 08, 2005 Shavuot ("weeks") or Pentecost is one of three Pilgrim Festivals in the Jewish calendar. It falls on the sixth day of Sivan beginning at sunset the night before Shavuot is also known as the Feast of Weeks because it occurs ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Job To Do

Contributed by Scott Terrell on Jun 24, 2005

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Maybe this will help light a fire in the outreach department.

Our Job to Do 300 million years from now what will really matter? Will it matter how much money you made? Will it matter that you got promoted at work? Will it matter that you invested enough in your retirement. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shield Of Faith

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 6, 2005

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Our Shield of faith is not something we have to speak into existence, or strive in our own strength to hold up, because our shield of faith is, Faith in a mighty God. Not faith in our own strength.

THE SHEILD OF FAITH. Our Shield of faith is not something we have to speak into existence, or strive in our own strength to hold up, because our shield of faith is, Faith in a mighty God. Not faith in our own strength. We have an enemy, who wants to stop us entering into all God has for us, No ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:17-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

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