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A Pure Heart To Serve The Lord

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Dec 19, 2001

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Who shall ascend into the hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? He that hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. In a society that embraces sin, how do we keep clean?

Additional Recommended Scripture Reading: Psalm 51 We live in a generation today that embraces sin all over the place. Writers of most television shows don’t present a message pleasing to the Lord, instead they write about violence, gratuitous sex, gossip, and hate. You can turn to any ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:48, Psalm 24:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

One Is The "Only-Est" Number

Contributed by Karl Ingersoll on Mar 8, 2003

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This sermon helps us to understand the nature of God’s commitment to an imperfect church and how we fit in the picture.

One Is The “Only-est” Number Scriptures: Ephesians 4:1-16 I believe that God is at work in our midst faithfully building his church. There are many who absolutely hunger to see Him break through in an unprecedented manner in our midst and in their individual lives. This message will be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Changing Clothes Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 11, 2002

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Paul’s contrast between the old self and the new self

Changing Clothes - Eph. 4:17-24 Steve Simala Grant Intro: We have had quite a week. Last Sunday, on thanksgiving, I talked about how visiting Allan Vail had brought me encouragement as I saw the faith that Allan had and how ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Empty Cup

Contributed by David Swensen on Jun 19, 2002

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There are no longer any standards. Anything goes; everything is acceptable. God, however, doesn’t see it that way and He certainly doesn’t take sin lightly and neither should we.

INTRODUCTION “John Griffith tended to one of the huge railroad bridges that cross the mighty Mississippi. It was 1937 when this true story took place He brought his 8-year-old son, Greg, to work with him to see what Dad did all day.The little boy was wide-eyed with excitement when the huge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Gives Rest

Contributed by Edward Frey on Jul 1, 2002

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We find true rest from guilt and fear in our Savior’s faithful love

How tired are you? Recent studies have shown that the average American doesn’t get nearly enough sleep. Employers are concerned about this. As a result, some workplaces are actually encouraging their employees to take brief naps after lunch, so they can be more productive in the late afternoon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Recognizing Your Deliverance Series

Contributed by Tommy Davis on Aug 27, 2001

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5th and Last Watch night of Revival Series focusing on Philippians 1:19.

Recognizing Your Deliverance Theme Verse: For I know that as you pray for me and as the Spirit of Jesus Christ helps me, this will all turn out for my deliverance. (Philippians 1:19) Monday: For I know: “What Do You Believe” Tuesday: As you pray for me: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19, Acts 11:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Golden Cows

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 15, 2001

based on 114 ratings

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The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows.

"THE GOLDEN COWS" Thesis: The Christian church of today is worshipping not God, but large Golden Cows. Illustration: Abraham’s Object of Worship The Jews have a legend that when Abraham started on his journeys, he saw the stars in the heavens and said, "I will worship the stars." But ere ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wisdom Amd Understanding For The Times That We Live In

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Sep 16, 2001

based on 45 ratings

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THIS SERMON IS ABOUT WISDOM AMD UNDERSTANDING FOR THE TIMES THAT WE LIVE IN HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1.SHAKING 2.STORMS 3.SCHEMES 4.SOUL 5.SAFETY 6.SIGNS 7.SUDDEN

WISDOM AMD UNDERSTANDING FOR THE TIMES THAT WE LIVE IN ***************************************************************** OUTLINE 1.SHAKING 2.STORMS 3.SCHEMES 4.SOUL 5.SAFETY 6.SIGNS 7.SUDDEN THE MESSAGE WISDOM AMD UNDERSTANDING FOR THE TIMES THAT WE LIVE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:26-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

America Under Attack: Our Reponse

Contributed by Ed Blonski on Sep 27, 2001

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Written in response to the 9/11 attacks but also in response to the reactions of some notable Christian leaders.

The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. … May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Grace to you and peace from God our Father, and Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.The Word of God from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:13

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You A Revolutionary Part 2

Contributed by Greg Carr on Aug 28, 2006

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Part 2... The definition that we are going to look at today is Definition 5 – The overthrow of a government or social system, with another taking its place. Whether or not we like to admit it, this is what is taking place today in the spiritual lives o

(This message was inspired by George Barna and his book, Revolution. I also found Sermon Central contributor, J. Martin’s messages on this topic helpful.) Are you a Revolutionary? Are you in a close orbit with God? Our Scripture last week and again this week are the words of the Apostle Paul in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Mutant Generation Series

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Sep 23, 2006

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Christians have been transformed (or perhaps you could say mutated by Jesus Christ), and though they stand apart from the world, they still fight to save the world that would persecute and hate them

A "Mutant" Generation (A Hollywood Jesus) -Reverend Antonio L. Torrence I. One of this summer¡¦s most anticipated movies is X-men 3: The Last Stand based upon the marvel comic¡¦s series of Stan Lee. I grew up reading this comic series and what I liked about it was that originally, Stan Lee used ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Symptoms Of The Caged Soul

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 1, 2006

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The soul of a man is the seat of his intellect, will and emotions; it is self- conscious.

The Scriptures reveal that man is a tripartite being, that is, he is made up of a soul and a spirit, both of which live in a body. God, the wonderful creator, wishes that man prospers in these three departments of his being especially the soul which is the spiritual part of his life. The enemy ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 13:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom Series

Contributed by Mark Edwards on Apr 21, 2006

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This morning we want to deal with some of the tensions, some of the prisons that we put ourselves in because of finances.

Show two videos on possessions Civil Action Willy wonka and the chocolate factory In December last year the reserve bank of Australia released figures which indicate that the average Australian household has doubled their debt in the last five years. Today Australian families owe 720 billion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Serious Talk Or Idle Chatter?

Contributed by Tim Oakley on Jul 29, 2006

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If we do as the early church did in verse 42 then we will see God add to our number daily as verse 47 testifies to.

Serious Talk or Idle Chatter? Introduction Acts 2:41-47 Wednesday night Bro. Tom asked the question of everyone at Bible study, What are your goals for the church? First off let me say thanks to Bro. Tom for being willing to be so bold and ask such a point blank question. Of the few that were here, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Spotting False Doctrine Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

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Paul encourages Timothy to put an end to people who wanted to argue for argument’s sake. It gives us some information on how to spot bad teaching and stand up for what is right!

Isn’t it great when everything goes well? Especially in churches - it’s a great feeling. But there are times when things aren’t going well at all - and at those times it calls for leaders to step up and for special measures to be employed. That’s the situation faced by Timothy. Timothy was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-20

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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