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  • Scott Maze avatar

    Ministry, The Right Way: Free From All For The Sake Of All Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,395 views

    Christians should be obsessed with evangelism. It should be a constant thought throughout our day. The interest in winning others should consume you.

    Yesterday marked the anniversary of the infamous Roe vs. Wade decision that opened the floodgates for abortion in America. It was on January 22, 1973 that the US Supreme Court handed down its decision that women had the constitutional right to an abortion. Nearly four decades later, the argument ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Is... Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,785 views

    Loving other people before yourself is a distinctive trait of Christians. I want you to see this morning that love first shatters us, then it captures us, and lastly, it empowers us.

    The Importance of Love Love is the essence of Christianity. “Because your steadfast love is better than life, my lips will praise you” (Psalm 63:3). The cross of Christ has been the defining act of love for nearly two millennia. Jesus said that love for one another is the badge for Christians: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Developing A Passion For Others Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,536 views

    What makes feet beautiful is when they become leathery, dusty, gnarled in taking the Gospel across the street… across the fence post… we must go across our community… across the country… and across the continents.

    Ignaz Philipp Semmelweis (July 1, 1818 – August 13, 1865) was a Hungarian physician now known as an early pioneer of antiseptic procedures. He is known as the savior of the mothers. His story was portrayed in a 1938 movie, That Mothers Might Live, that won an Academy Award. Philip was born into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Grow Through Suffering Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 2,753 views

    Peter tells us there is no need to fear suffering for it is the path to blessing. It’s was that way for Jesus and He has appointed this the path for every believer.

    Zeus ordered the creation of a new goddess because of his sheer boredom. According to In Greek mythology, Zeus had run out of other goddess to seduce, so he had Pandora created. Pandora was given a mysterious box and was told that whatever she did, she was not to open this box. She resisted the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Visionary View: As Sparks Fly Up (5 November Bonfire Night Sermon) Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 31, 2023
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     | 1,449 views

    Job 5:7 is our guiding scripture and it contains a truth that resonates with the sparks that will fly in the sky during Bonfire Night celebrations.

    Visionary View: As sparks fly up On this 5th of November, a date celebrated in the United Kingdom for historical reasons, we gather in God’s presence, seeking wisdom and understanding from His Word. May our time together be blessed and may God grant us insight into the message He has given us ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Do I Suffer?

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 9, 2003
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,123 views

    Suffering is a part of the Christian life no one really enjoys. In the book of 1st Peter, the apostle explains to us why suffering is a part of our life, and God’s purpose in it.

    Passage: 1Peter 1:1-9 Intro: number of months, been intrigued with the topic of suffering. 1. few things produce more frustration, few things produce such amazing growth in Christlikeness 2. my journey towards understanding has involved a few of you, class on Job 3. that class served to open ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Promise (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 1, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 15,001 views

    The Second Sermon in a Three sermon series. This sermon focus is on the "Purpose" of the Holy Spirit, and covers only two area, The HS as the one who brings conviction, and the Holy Spirit Power that is available.

    The Promise (part 2) The H.S. Purpose Pastor Glenn Newton 6-1-03 JN 16:5 "Now I am going to him who sent me, yet none of you asks me, `Where are you going?’ 6 Because I have said these things, you are filled with grief. 7 But I tell you the truth: It is for your good that I am going away. ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "Love Isn't Love Until You Give It Away"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 13,837 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the HEARERS to affirm to others that (as believers during The Christmas Season) we should be anxious to SHOW God’s Love through our Goodness and Kindness to OTHERS.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. Camp Walker - Taegu, Korea BIG IDEA: A wonderful definition of Christmas is the appearance of God’s Love in our display of Goodness and Kindness. REFERENCES: Titus 3:1-8; Island of Crete (just South of Greece); Isaiah 62:12 ( And they shall call them, The ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Facing Death

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 4, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,782 views

    Even in the face of death believers in Jesus Christ can experience God’s presence, know God’s power to fulfill God’s purpose, and rest in God’s promises.

    FACING DEATH 2 Timothy 4:17-18 Who said, living for Jesus is easy? The fact is, it may cost you your very life. Paul was in prison for preaching the gospel of Christ. Can’t you detect a note of sadness in these words? A note of sorrow? Paul was feeling all alone. Some of you may be going ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Kind Of Tree Are You? Series

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Apr 10, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 10,216 views

    This was a sermon as part of our purpose-driven series - Know, Grow, Show and Sow. This was the show sermon that bridged the gap between Grow and Sow. It can stand alone with some minor tweaks.

    If you were a tree, what kind of tree would you be? It’s a question you might get asked in a job interview or by a psychiatrist right after they administer the Rorschach test Jeremiah uses vegetation to contrast those who trust in God and those who turn away Those who don’t believe in the one ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Sheep Thrills: The Exciting Life Of Jesus' Little Lambs

    Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on May 7, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 8,710 views

    While the primary purpose of the Good Shepherd/Sheep image in Scripture is our comfort and peace, people might think that’s dull. But there’s excitement in being Jesus’ sheep!

    May 2, 2004 — Fourth Sunday of Easter / Good Shepherd Sunday Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson John 10:22-30 Sheep Thrills: The Exciting Life of Jesus’ Little Lambs I. False Concepts II. Where the Real Excitement Is Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    "Joy Is Found In Keeping Your Balance.” Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 25, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 10,459 views

    Fifth in a series on "Restoring the Joy" a study of Philippians. In this message we discover that Joy is found in living a life of balance Balancing Purpose and Power Balancing Attitude and Action Balancing Seriousness and Joy.

    Restoring the Joy Sermon # 5 “Joy Is Found In Keeping Your Balance.” Philippians 2:12-18 One of the hardest things in life to attain is balance; to balance work and leisure, career with family, faith and day to day life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 22, 2004
    based on 50 ratings
     | 6,243 views

    1. Why am I alive? -- To be loved by God. 2. Does my life matter? -- I was made to last forever. 3. What is my purpose? -- To get to know God.

    (Note: The outline and some of the content of this sermon are from Rick Warren’s Forty Days of Purpose material.) In the scripture we have read today, Paul is speaking to a group of Greek philosophers. Now these men were not atheists or agnostics. Neither were they anti-religious. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Crime Did Jesus Commit? Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 9, 2004
    based on 54 ratings
     | 11,177 views

    We see the context that sets up the reason Jesus was rejected by the Jews. He called for integrity, challenged their authority, claimed to be deity. We then move from the reasons to the purpose - our justification.

    Almost 2000 years ago, Jesus asked His followers a question: “Who do you say I am?” It’s still the fundamental question of life. And the answer creates controversy. It’s one reason why Mel Gibson’s film, The Passion of the Christ, is so controversial. This is a film that has had the audacity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Are Plan A. There Is No Plan B Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 20, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,190 views

    Parallels but not just a rehash of Rick Warren’s Purpose Driven Life, the LAST 5 chapters. When it comes to reaching people for Christ, God’s plan is YOU. There is no Plan B.

    You Are Plan A. There is No Plan B 1. God’s plans are often beautiful in their simplicity. 2. And we are part of that plan. 3. If you or I were to win one person to Christ, and then each of us won one person to Christ every year, and those folks won one a year, the number of believers would ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible