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Don't Worry, Be Happy Series

Contributed by Nate Barbour on Jan 28, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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In a world where worry is a daily task, learn why life is better without it.

“No Fear” Series Don’t Worry, Be Happy! Life is Better Without Worry 10/16/02 I. Fear is… a. Anxiety caused by real or possible danger, pain, etc.; fright b. Awe; reverence c. Apprehension; concern d. Synonyms: (noun) fright, terror, horror, panic, dread, dismay, awe, scare, revulsion, aversion, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Waiting For God Takes Guts

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

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Too much safety is a "bad" thing... We need guts to grow and growth is what’s demanded by our Lord

Too much comfort is dangerous. Literally. Apparently researchers at the UC Berkeley did an experiment some time ago that involved introducing an amoeba into a perfectly stress-free environment: ideal temperature, optimal concentration of moisture and constant food supply. The amoeba had an ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Heavenly Provisions For High Expectations

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Jan 6, 2003

based on 59 ratings

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How do we reconcile the gulf between where God is demanding we be, and how far our own ability will get us. The answer for this is found in God’s word!

“Heavenly Provision to meet High Expectations,” Text: Romans 1:16-17 Intro: Tonight I would like to bring you a message entitled “Heavenly Provision To Meet High Expectations.” I started out with a title simple called “Expectations,” but the more I worked on it, the more I realized that there is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

What A Friend We Have In Jesus' Friends.

Contributed by Michael Arens on Feb 12, 2006

based on 25 ratings

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What friends are for.

This morning’s Gospel, while not really very long is filled to overflowing with things for us to consider. There’s no question that the climax of the story centers on the action inside the house where Jesus is resting. That’s what he is supposed to be doing. Resting. Jesus has come back to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Jesus Prayer Petitions Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 7, 2006

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The second in a series exploring Jesus prayer of John 17. With the background layed in the first message, this message begins to explore Jesus petitions, with the first petition to "Keep/Protect." An audio copy of the message is available at no charge.

(Launched sermon by showing the passage as portrayed in recently released "The Gospel of John" movie.) Sensed Purpose - To prepare us for our 40 Days of Prayer by looking at some possible thoughts of what we might want to remember about prayer and include in our prayers. Last week - Started with ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Victorious Defeat Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Feb 10, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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Samson’s greatest victory followed his greatest defeat.

Intro. FINDING NEMO Dad, Marlin, warns Nem: don’t go to drop off (he does); don’t go to boat(he does); don’t touch boat -- he does ... and is captured! -shows the consequences for disobedience and toying with temptation Audience: "You should have listened to your dad Nemo" -in Samsom you ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Eve: A Saviour Has Been Born!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 12, 2005

based on 57 ratings

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This Christmas Eve sermon (with visitors and seekers in mind) encourages people to see that Jesus is for everyone. God sent Jesus for you!

This week, as I have been reading Luke’s account of the birth of Jesus, I’ve found myself needing to put together some kind of a disclaimer. The draft version goes something like this: Concerning the birth of Jesus! If you are expecting to hear a message about a beautiful, pregnant young white ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Narnia: The Coming Of Father Christmas Series

Contributed by Chris Powell on Dec 14, 2005

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This is the third sermon in the series, and the sermon focuses on the gifts that are given by Father Christmas in the Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe. The sermon explores spiritual gifts.

The Coming of Father Christmas 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 I. Introduction [Sleigh bells should be ringing in the distance as the pastor steps to the pulpit.] What is that noise? Perhaps sleigh bells? You step out in order to investigate. You are amazed when you look up and see a large man, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Tree

Contributed by Juan Lane on Apr 21, 2005

based on 7 ratings

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Some of us are being eaten alive by termites. We have come up with ways to allow the enemy to stop the things that God has spoken into our lives. We have failed to recognize that we are the good fruit from the good tree.

I Am The Good Tree Scripture Reference: Matthew 7:17 – 20 (KJV) Matthew 7:17 Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth corrupt fruit. 18 A good tree cannot bring forth evil fruit, neither can a corrupt tree bring forth good fruit. 19 Every tree that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Narnia: Through The Wardrobe Into Winter Series

Contributed by Chris Powell on Nov 29, 2005

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This sermon was written for the first Sunday of Advent, and focuses around the first encounter of Lucy in the land of Narnia.

Through the Wardrobe into Winter Isaiah 9.1-3 I. Introduction I would like for everyone to place there imagination hats on with me this morning as we journey into an enchanted land known as Narnia. We need to recapture a sense of wonder and each of us needs to find our inner child. I need ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Where Are We Going?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 19, 2004

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This message was a part of my annual report to the church that I pastor.

Where are We Going? Matthew 9:35-38 Annual Church Conference April 18, 2004 What have we accomplished? The most important figure of the church is not how much money we bring in or what our morning worship attendance was but rather how many people we led into the Kingdom of Christ. Since November ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Carry Your Cross

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 25, 2004

based on 71 ratings

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Many would say they are committed Christians but what is their level of service?

Carry Your Cross Mark 8:34-38 Rev. Phillip A. Wright Mark 8: 34 When He had called the people to Himself, with His disciples also, He said to them, "Whoever desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow Me. NKJ Need: Every believer needs to make a conscious ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Who Needs A Day Of Rest? Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

based on 64 ratings

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How to prevent burnout by observing the forth Commandment

INTRODUCTION Do you remember the old “Blue Laws?” When I was a child not many businesses were open on Sundays. Those that were opened were looked down upon. The “Blue Laws” were eventually challenged in court and done away with. Now, you can shop, eat out, conduct business, enjoy recreation or ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Exodus 31:121, Exodus 31:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Come And See

Contributed by Anne Benefield on Jan 24, 2008

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It’s risky, but sharing faith with friends and families is the most important and effective way to bring people to Christ.

Introduction: Last week we studied Matthew’s account of the beginning of Jesus’ formal ministry when he was baptized by John the Baptist. Today we turn to the account of John the Gospel writer. The story begins with John the Baptist witnessing to Jesus as the “Lamb of God.” Two of John’s ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Desperate Widow: A Parable About A Responsive God."

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Oct 23, 2007

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Jesus gathers his disciples for a teaching on prayer....to pray and not grow faint. He uses a persistent widow, a shadey character, a dishonest judge to make a point about the goodness of God. The message is not about the "way to have peace with God" bu

In Jesus Holy Name October 21, 2007 Text: Luke 18:1-8 Redeemer “A Desperate Widow: A Parable About A Responsive God” During the past Sundays our Sunday morning Gospel lessons have been moving us through the Gospel of Luke. In Luke 14 Jesus told his disciples about the “cost of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

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