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Take Courage

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 28, 2002

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This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished.

This text is all about contrary winds - really opposition; those things that come into our lives and make us wonder if we will EVER get anything accomplished. What kinds of contrary winds did Jesus face? Mark’s gospel (v.1) tells us that Jesus had just been rejected in his home town, Nazareth. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: United Methodist

Eternal Conspirators Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Nov 28, 2000

based on 126 ratings

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If God is not involving you in changing someone's eternal destiny, could it be because you're not asking him to?

When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. "What are you arguing with them about?" he asked. A man in the crowd answered, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18-20, Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Science Of Biblical Interpretation

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 4, 2001

based on 132 ratings

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The Eight Fundamental Rules of Biblical Interpretation

The science of Biblical Interpretation (Hermeneutics) began at least about 2500 years ago with Socrates and Aristotle who have influenced it to our day. The eight rules of Biblical Interpretation are found in the writings of the foremost legal and Biblical authorities, both ancient and modern. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20, Ecclesiastes 8:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Day God Repented!

Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jun 15, 2001

based on 22 ratings

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The day God repented of creating Man

One of my parishioners came to me and said, "I have some questions on Immutability." If God is unchanging and unchangeable and by Scripture, He is the same yesterday, today and forever - He changes not. Genesis 6:6 "The Lord was sorry that He made man on the earth, and He was grieved in His heart." ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Enemy Within And Without.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 6, 2001

based on 47 ratings

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Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Psalm 25:1-21 Title: “Overcoming the enemy within and without.”

Year C Sixth Sunday after Pentecost July 15th, 2001 Psalm 25:1-21 Title: “Overcoming the enemy within and without.” This is an alphabetic psalm, each verse begins with a succeeding letter of the alphabet. The psalm existed in written form long before it was adopted for common worship. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

"Unfolding Deck Chairs" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 24, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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Discerning what God’s will and direction is for our lives.

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist June 30, 2002 “Unfolding Deck Chairs” Acts 17:22-34 INTRODUCTION: In a “Peanuts” strip, Charlie Brown and Lucy were discussing theology. Lucy said, “On the great cruise ship of life, some people take their deck chairs to the bow. And some people take their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Methodist

The Walk Of Confrontation Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jul 4, 2003

based on 66 ratings

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Jesus always confronted religious actions that hindered the walk of a true believer. In our society we are called to walk in His example

THE FORWARD WALK– PART ONE “THE FORWARD WALK OF CONFRONTATION” MATTHEW 21:12-13; MATT. 23:4-34 - ©LARRY L. THOMPSON (2003) INTRODUCTION There are many images that come to mind when we think of Easter.  Easter Bunnies, Easter Baskets, Easter Eggs  Easter Holidays - Palm Sunday, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Doesn't Fail Series

Contributed by David Asch on Jan 18, 2005

based on 20 ratings

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Can you keep from failing, from losing faith? Can you get it back if it has already failed? Can you keep it from failing? Today, we will answer these questions as we see Jesus face a man in this kind of a situation.

FAITH THAT DOESN’T FAIL Mark 9:14-32 INTRO: At the library a couple of weeks ago, where I often go to study, I saw a car with a bumper sticker. This car was parked in the first space, so it was unmistakable – you saw it the moment you pulled into the parking lot, and it confronted you as you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Second Hand Jesus

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 1, 2004

based on 24 ratings

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Do you know Jesus first hand, or just second hand?

I’m getting ready to go to Haiti with several members of our church and I’m looking forward to that experience – but going to Haiti means I needed to have some shots. Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B. So Friday I went to the doctor’s to get my shots. This lady comes into the examination room and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:13-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessed Are Those Who Mourn Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 20, 2007

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We are to be grieved by the things that grieves the Lord, to mourn over sin and the effects of sin in our lives and in our world today.

The Beatitudes describe what every Christian ought to be. • Jesus says these are those who are truly blessed. • We are to manifest ALL these traits. • And by the grace of God we can, since these aren’t natural traits that can be cultivated through human efforts. • The Lord wants us to live such a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Lord's Prayer: "Thy Kingdom Come" Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 31, 2008

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When we pray “Thy kingdom come,” we’re stepping into a whole new level of relationship. We’re now recognizing that God is the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. As King, He has a plan for our life and desires to rule with His Kingdom’s principles for His pu

A little boy was playing with his French fries, dipping one end of a fry into the ketchup then waving it like a baton in front of an imaginary marching band. Mom was gone for the day and so he and his father were enjoying a special moment together at a near by McDonald’s. The little boy seemed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

In The Storm

Contributed by Chris Surber on May 29, 2008

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Truth is not dependent on circumstance. God is unchanging and truth is therefore, by definition, unchanging. God can be trusted even in the storms of life because He never changes!

In The Storm, Mathew 14:22-33 Introduction In a storm one dark night some sailors were thrown by the sea upon a rock, to which they clung for their lives. Their first feeling was one of joyful gratitude. They were on a rock. Their second emotion was a sickening fear, for the tide might rise, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian Church

Having Doubts Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 20, 2005

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It was part of Jesus’ plan to slowly reveal His true purpose and nature - and this chapter reveals to us that even though we have doubts, Jesus is there to help us believe!

For more Bible studies and an audio copy of this message go to: http://www.livingwatersweb.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=54&Itemid=101&TapeNumber=2004-011 Sometimes people say "if I could just see Jesus face to face, then I’d believe." Perhaps that’s true - and Jesus did reveal ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-29

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Changing And Helping People Cope With Change Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005

based on 35 ratings

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How do we handle changes? Usually it is at this time that we deal with some of the greatest of stresses in our lives. Let’s examine God’s word for guidance.

Changing and Helping People Cope with Change Stephen R. Yarnall, MD, Fellow of the American College of Cardiology. Unpleasant Changes--What To Do. When things don’t go our way, we typically go through 10 stages which are a normal part of the coping and healing process. 1. Denial--"It can’t be," ...read more

Scripture: Job 5:9

Denomination: Baptist

Climbing Companions Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jan 30, 2006

based on 11 ratings

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Only 12, those who climbed with Jesus, got the best sermon ever preached firsthand. Only those who climb with Jesus get His best. This sermon tells stories of His climbing companions.

Matthew 5:1-2 – Climbing Companions Deep within a forest, a little turtle began to climb a tree. After hours of effort, he reached the top, jumped into the air waving his front legs and crashed to the ground. After recovering, he slowly climbed the tree again, jumped, and fell to the ground. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

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