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Part 8 - Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Sep 13, 2006

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Examine the fruit of Faith which can only come from the Holy Spirit.

The Fruit of the Spirit Part 8 – Faith Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. We’ve spoke over the past few weeks on Love, Joy and Peace, longsuffering, gentleness and goodness. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Freedom: Devotion Or Devouring?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Feb 11, 2007

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Black History Month and Amazing Grace Sunday: there is much to celebrate about freedom, when we review history. But we either devote ourselves to freedom (political, social, spiritual) or we devour ourselves. Newton’s story illustrates. Montgomery Hill

It’s a glorious thing to discover that you are free. Freedom tastes good, smells good, feels good. But after you find out you are free, then what? What do you do with your freedom? There are only two answers to that question: freedom either leads you to devotion; or it drives you to devour. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Transformed Life Preserves The Unity Series

Contributed by Steve Bond on Aug 31, 2004

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Paul writes in his letter to the Ephesians the importance of preserving the unity of the church.

A TRANSFORMED LIFE: PRESERVES THE UNITY Ephesians 4:1-6 In the late 1800¡¦s there were two deacons in a small Baptist church in Mayfield, KY. These two deacons didn¡¦t get along and they always opposed each other in any decision related to the church. On one particular Sunday, one deacon put up a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 2, 2005

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Faith isn’t just an intellectual belief, it’s a trust that shows itself in a transformed life.

Faith that works James 2:14-26 As most of you would know, Sydney Anglicans tend to get a bit of a bad write-up in the secular press. We’re derided as being bigoted, intolerant fundamentalists, by more “progressive” (read heretical) Christians. Now I’m a Sydney Anglican, and I’m proud of it, but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Anglican

Claiming The Promises

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 20, 2004

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A message that challenges us to never retire from the service to the King.

Claiming the Promises Pastor Glenn Newton 9-10-2000 Joshua 14:6-15 JOS 14:6 Now the men of Judah approached Joshua at Gilgal, and Caleb son of Jephunneh the Kenizzite said to him, "You know what the LORD said to Moses the man of God at Kadesh Barnea about you and me. 7 I was forty years old ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Hunches And High Hopes

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 5, 2005

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We all have baggage in our lives, so what do you do when you want to get rid of your spiritual baggage? By interacting with an unnamed woman in Mark 5:24-31 Jesus demonstrates that He is the One who can remove all our baggage.

Congregation of the Lord, Going to the airport is an interesting exercise … especially when you stand near the baggage counters. Here you will see business people – focussed, efficient, having clear goals for the day. They have come from interstate for an important meeting. It is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

New Commitments For The New Year

Contributed by James Petticrew on Dec 22, 2001

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A sermon to challenge people to make 4 biblical commitments which can change their lives in the new year

NEW COMMITMENTS FOR THE NEW YEAR Introduction Well it’s that time of year again when in a fit of optimism many of us make great promises to ourselves about what we are going to do in the New Year that we usually abandon about the second week in January. Let’s be honest now. How may of you kept to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14, Philippians 3:13, Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Holiness

Why Bethlehem?

Contributed by Charles Holt on Jun 2, 2001

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This is a Christmas theme emphasizing God’s wisdom and purpose in choosing Bethlehem as the birthplace of Jesus and lessons for us.

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com WHY BETHLEHEM? Scripture reading: Luke 2:1-7 Of all the cities, towns and villages in Palestine why did the Lord God choose such an unheard-of hamlet as Bethlehem for the birth of the greatest figure ever to enter into human history? If a site selection ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Da Vinci Code: Is The New Testament Reliable?

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 23, 2006

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There are a lot of myths and doubt floating around about the New Testament. The reality is it is reliable, true and life giving!

Is The Bible Reliable? May 21, 2006 1 John 1 1That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked at and our hands have touched—this we proclaim concerning the Word of life. 2The life appeared; we have seen it and testify to it, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: *other

Nitty Gritty...meet Jesus #1 Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Stratton on Aug 20, 2002

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This series is based upon Mike Yaconelli’s book "Messy Spirituality" and is designed to cnvince seekers that God wants their Nitty Gritty lives

May 18 and 19, 2002 Romans 3:10 “Nitty Gritty…Meet Jesus” Keith Miller wrote the following, “Our churches are filled with people who outwardly look contented and at peace but inwardly are crying out for someone to love them…just as they are- confused, frustrated, often frightened, guilty and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:10

Denomination: Baptist

"Christ: Our Head" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 27, 2002

based on 24 ratings

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He is Head over all things to the church. (#14 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

As we come to the close of this amazing first chapter of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, we note once again, Paul’s Holy Spirit-inspired propensity for mentioning his Lord’s name as often as possible; for exalting and magnifying His Lordship over all things. All things are under His feet ~ He ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Orthodox

Our Declaration Of Faith

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

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The vital importance of Peter’s declarative confession and how it relates to the building of the New Testament Church today.

Our Declaration Our Faith! Matthew 16:13-19 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) “When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" [14] They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship Part 5 Character Traits Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 29, 2011

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This message continues with the character traits of a disciple based on the beatitudes.

Discipleship Part 5: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; Numbers 12; Matthew 11:27-30 Introduction This morning we will continue with the character traits of a disciple using the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount as our reference. To date we have discussed three traits: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Husbands Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jul 27, 2008

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Husbands role

What does it mean to Love Your Wife Sacrifice for Your wife v. 25 Lead Your wife v. 26-27 Be considerate of Your Wife 1 Peter 3:7a Respect Your wife 1 Peter 3:7b Slide 1 I want you to close your eyes for a minute. When I begin to speak, I want you to see what picture comes into your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Word Became Flesh Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 1, 2007

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In this lesson we marvel at the story of Jesus’ birth and then discuss its significance.

Introduction: A. The story is told of 4 expectant fathers who, years ago, were in a hospital waiting room while their wives were in labor. 1. A nurse came in the room and announced to the first man, “congratulations, sir, you’re the father of twins.” What a coincidence,” the man said, “I work for ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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