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Narnia: It's Bigger Than You Think Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Dec 3, 2005

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1st in a 4 part series using "The Chronicles of Narnia" as a springboard to Biblical truths about Christmas.

“It’s Bigger Than You think” The Chronicles of Christmas - Week 1 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Introduction to the Series: (After :32 video intro) According to author, C.S. Lewis, “The Chronicles of Narnia” started very simply. “The Lion, witch and wardrobe began with a picture of a Faun carrying an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Christian Church

Banished But Blessed

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

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Why had God allowed such hardship to come into John’s life? Sermon explores John’s experience on Patmos and his revelation of Christ.

Banished But Blessed Revelation 1:1-20[1] 11-21-04 Intro To set the stage for our message this morning I want you to imagine with me for a moment how you would feel if you had just received an unjust sentence—You will be transported to the Alcatraz of Asia Minor—a desolate island about six miles ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Charismatic

The Hidden Kingdom

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 3, 2005

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God’s work and power are not always obvious, however, his is working and in more powerful ways that we understand.

I am one of those people who would like for God to show his power and do something spectacular. I would like to see some fire fall from heaven or hear God shout from his throne. It would prove to some people that he is there and that he is powerful. I wish I could lay my hands on people and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus, The Son Of God

Contributed by Tom Blasco on Apr 18, 2006

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The Deity of Jesus - Jesus claimed it, Others claimed it, the Bible claims it, Fulfilled prophecies claim it, the Resurrection claims it, do you claim it?

Jesus, The Son of God Introduction A drunk man who smelled like beer sat down on a subway seat next to a priest. The man’s tie was stained, his face was plastered with red lipstick, and a half empty bottle of gin was sticking out of his torn coat pocket. He opened his newspaper and began ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:70

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If There Is Sin, What Then?

Contributed by Brian Hamrick on Apr 28, 2006

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The ins and outs of how to practice church discipline for the glory of God and the good of the church.

If There is Sin, What Then? Matthew 18:15-20 (Given at an associational meeting) All of our churches have the same main problem. It isn’t the number of baptisms we had last year. It isn’t how much we gave to missions. It’s simple. Your church has this problem, my church has this problem, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

Core Values -- Equipping Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

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We are in our series on Core Values. Core Values are the DNA that define who we are, what we are in infancy and in greatness. What God has called us to be. They are not just creeds on plaque or notes in book somewhere. They are the essence of who we a

Core Values: Equipping – Five Hour Heroes – Ephesians 4:11-16 11 It was he who gave some to be apostles, some to be prophets, some to be evangelists, and some to be pastors and teachers, 12 to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Church Of God

No Pain, No Gain - The Story Of The Laodicean Church

Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007

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A historical look at the church of Laodicea, with present day application.

Laodicea: Revelation 3:14-18 Laodicea. What thoughts does this conjure up in your mind? It is a word that we like to throw around as a people. Whenever things are not as we feel they should be, we blame it on being the Laodicean Church, and possibly this is quite true. This morning I would like ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-18

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Get Real

Contributed by Steve Greene on Oct 23, 2006

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A challenege to authentic Christian living.

Get Real! ¡§The Challenge to Authentic Christian Living¡¨ Have you noticed how sometimes when you purchase something with a $20 or $50 bill the cashier will often take a marker and draw a line on that bill? They are checking the bill for authenticity? They want to know if it is real or if it is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Verses Self-Centered Religion

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 16, 2002

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Jesus attacked self centered religion and warns us not to be apart of the traditions of men because their motives are self-centered not God-centered. Scripture

Jesus verses Self-centered Religion Thesis: Jesus attacked self centered religion and warns us not to be apart of the traditions of men because their motives are self-centered not God-centered. Scripture Texts: Matthew 9:2-17: 1Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17, Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Under New Management"

Contributed by Brian Archer on Aug 16, 2001

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Our eternal destiny is determined by the "management" underwhich we serve!"

Under New Management Ephesians 2:1-10 I. Consider Your Past 2:1-2:3 A. You WERE Dead 2:1 B. You WERE Unrighteous 2:2-2:3a C. You WERE Objects of Wrath 2:3b II. Celebrate Your Present 2:4-2:6; 2:8-2:10 A. BY GRACE you ARE Saved 2:4-5; 2:8-9 B. BY GRACE ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessings Of Revelation Part 3 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 27, 2002

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Revelation paints a portrait for us of how Jesus knows about what transpires in His churches and He reminds us that he will bless those who stay faithful to Him.

Sermon 3 – The Blessings of deeds done for Jesus Christ Thesis: Revelation paints a portrait for us of how Jesus knows about what transpires in His churches and He reminds us that he will bless those who stay faithful to Him. Introduction: A couple of weeks back we started our treasure hunt ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ingredients To Repentance

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

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In order to live in submission to God, we must repent of those things that are an offense to Him.

James 4:7-10 September 5, 1999 Submitting to God (Part 2) - Ingredients of repentance Introduction There was a cartoon several years ago in the Saturday Review of Literature in which little George Washington is standing with an axe in his hand. Before him lying on the ground is the famous ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10, Genesis 4:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral Eulogy Sermantha Gillespie

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 21, 2002

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This the funeral service for my wife’s mother. She died knowing the Lord.

Sermantha Mary Dubose Gillespie Death first appeared in the Garden of Eden when Adam and Eve disobeyed God. It was a frightening concept to them and has been for most of humankind ever since. But even before Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Transformed By The Cross

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 11, 2002

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The cross has the power to transform lives and it has been doing it for 2000 years.

TRANSFORMED BY THE CROSS THE IMPACT OF THE CROSS – PART 5 INTRODUCTION: “THE SAINT OF AUSCHWITZ” FROM “SIX HOURS ONE FRIDAY.” PAGES 64-66 QUESTION - WHAT WAS IT THAT CAUSED MAXIMILIAN KOLBE TO SACRIFICIALLY GIVE HIS LIFE SO THAT ANOTHER HUMAN BEING MIGHT LIVE? THE ANSWER IS SIMPLE, HE WAS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Withstand Trials

Contributed by Jeff Seaman on Apr 25, 2001

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How to handle the trials of life

HOW TO WITHSTAND TRIALS Part 1 Matt 5:48 James 1:2-12 Pastor Jeff Seaman Introduction A pastor once asked his congregation, “Does anyone here Know any perfect people?” A short man stood up and shouted, “Yes, my wife’s first husband” This man had learned from experience how hard it is to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

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