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We Are His Offspring

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 11, 2024

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God created mankind, and He gives us our being. Thus, we must not segregate on the basis of race or sex. Flowing from the knowledge of God's creation, and having given His Word, we discover that not all cultures are equal, though all people have opportunity to know God.

“Men of Athens, I perceive that in every way you are very religious. For as I passed along and observed the objects of your worship, I found also an altar with this inscription: ‘To the unknown god.’ What therefore you worship as unknown, this I proclaim to you. The God who made the world and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Perseverance Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025

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Perseverance is a virtue that keeps believers steadfast in the faith, even in the face of trials, delays, and challenges. It is the ability to continue pressing forward toward God’s promises, knowing that He is faithful to fulfil what He has spoken.

Title: THE POWER OF PERSEVERANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 10:36 Supporting Texts: James 1:12, Romans 5:3-5, Galatians 6:9, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 INTRODUCTION: Perseverance is a virtue that keeps believers steadfast in the faith, even in the face of trials, delays, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:36, James 1:12, Romans 5:3-5, Galatians 6:9, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"where Is Your Vision?"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 2, 2023

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Saints, your vision is the idea constantly flashing in your mind, the dream that doesn’t seem to go away, all driven by our purpose. This works together to keep us focused on what we want to accomplish for the Kingdom of God.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Proverbs 29:18) "Where there is no vision, the people perish; but he that keepeth the law, happy is he." (Habakkuk 2:2-3) "And the Lord answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Habakkuk 2:3, Habakkuk 2:2, Joel 2:28, Jeremiah 29:11, Acts 2:17, John 15:16, Numbers 12:6, Philippians 3:14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Victor's Crown

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 20, 2004

based on 37 ratings

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>We have a purpose—to finish the race >We have a plan—strict training >We have a prize—a crown of glory

“The Victor’s Crown” I Cor 9:24-27 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts. Introduction: During the Athens Olympics, the Today Show had a “Greek Word of the Day”. Today’s word is stefanos, meaning wreath or crown. This word has several meanings in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Congregational

Understanding Our Story Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

based on 59 ratings

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We cannot understand our own story until we understand how both Adam and Jesus have impacted the human race.

The story of Adam is really our story. From the time of Adam until today the story of disobedience against God has been repeated again and again. In fact, the Hebrew name "Adam" simply means "mankind" or "humanity" because the story of Adam and Eve in the book of Genesis in the Bible is our story ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Two Thieves Of Calvary (A Biblical Illustration Of Salvation)

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Jan 27, 2001

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The two thieves on the cross illustrate the issue of salvation for the entire human race: that salvation is a choice by placing your faith alone in Christ alone.

TWO THIEVES OF CALVARY (A BIBLICAL ILLUSTRATION OF SALVATION) Luke 23:32, 39-43; Matt. 27:41-44) [HTML formatted version and handouts are located ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:41-44, Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Tortoise And The Hare

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 18, 2005

based on 34 ratings

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Ecc 9:11 I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong,...... How the tortoise beat the hare

In our text Paul was concerned that in the time frame and given the present circumstances that being married would be a distraction to their commitment and devotion to God. When the Children of Israel came out of Egypt Moses sent messengers to the King of Edom requesting passage through his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lighten The Load Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 9, 2001

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This is the second sermon in the series "Finding Freedom From Sin". This sermon shows us how to run the Christian race faster and endure longer.

Sunday Morning August 12, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, New Mexico Series: Finding Freedom From Sin #2 LIGHTEN THE LOAD Hebrews 12:1 Introduction: 1. Have you ever run a race? I am sure most of us have run in a race at some point in our life. If you want to see the best foot races, you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

What Did Jesus Do?

Contributed by Wincci Yin Chee on May 30, 2006

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to do what Jesus did, to preach what He preach, and live out a life of Jesus Christ. To run this race fully for Him.

Sermon Title: What Did Jesus Do? Prayer… Why do we need to baptize? Last week Pst. Daniel shared because “we want to follow Jesus” Shall we read together it’s in your notes: “Do what Jesus did, preach what Jesus preach, together we live out the live of Jesus Christ” Today I Want to continue ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Run Hard To The Finish

Contributed by Chew Chew on Aug 2, 2007

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To challenge the students to make a decision to run right up to the finish and to encourage those that are dropping out of the race to come back right on.

Text: 2 Timothy 4: 6-8 Title: Running Hard to the Finish Objective: To challenge the students to make a decision to run right up to the finish and to encourage those that are dropping out of the race to come back right on. Introduction Before I began with the actual preaching of the word, I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2run--Pass The Baton--Run

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2009

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This is part #2 of a series Run and Pass the Baton. We are in a hard race, we must prepare and learn this is a team effort. PASS THE BATON!

#2.... PASS THE BATON: RUN, RUN, RUN... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this two part lesson in a 4 part lesson... I bought a RUNNING BATON at a local sport’s store. The metal one was $8.95, the plastic was $2.50. One could make a baton out of a wood dow. We start with a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Body Of Christ, Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 27, 2007

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The body of Christ is one unit. Regardless of our race, our nationality or our social status, we are all one in the body of Christ.

I had friends in Scotland. They were Mr. and Mrs. Willie and Mary McNeill; they served in China when the Japanese invaded China they were interned in China. They were interned with Eric Liddell. Eric became famous because of the movie made of him, Chariots of Fire. He won an Olympic gold medal in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Is Counting On You

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

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We have a responsibility to run the race God has called us to. All of Heaven is counting on us and rooting us on.

n We are being rooted on by the hosts of heaven that have gone on before us. n It is our duty to continue and finish what they started. n The baton has been passed to you and me. How do we accomplish this? 1. PRACTICE (1 Corinthians 9:25) * Lay aside the weight—“weight”=mass, burden, hindrance ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Run To Win

Contributed by Francis Balla on Aug 27, 2012

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Christian Life is like a Spiritual Marathon. What do we have to do to prepare for it, stay on the course, and eventually win the race?

Around here in Boston Patriots Day is famously known for “The Boston Marathon” in which runners from all over the world participate. I watched with keen interest as the gun shot went off for the 116th Boston Marathon. Upmost in every ones mind was the question “Who will get the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Story- Chapter 26- The Contrasts Of The Cross Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 1, 2014

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Why did Jesus HAVE to die on the cross and why didn't God just end the human race and start off fresh?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • When I coached ASA Girls softball teams, the most difficult positon on the field to coach was the pitcher. I pitched in High School and I watched a lot of pitchers, but girls softball pitching was a totally different animal. • When my youngest daughter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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