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Don't Give The Devil A Foothold

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000

based on 78 ratings

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Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil .

Ephesians 4:27 Neither give place to the devil . If a Christian harbors sin in his life, he is giving the devil an opportunity to get a foothold in his life. The Devil will use this opportunity to invade and take over other areas of his life. The devil is like a cat we had when I was a little boy. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:27, James 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Temple Incident

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2003

based on 20 ratings

| 4,685 views

Jesus actions in the temple demonstrate that we have a responsibility to reach out and not just to make things comfortable for ourselves.

The story we read today is an interesting one. It’s one that doesn’t really fit with the picture of Jesus that we usually think about. How does a loving Jesus, who goes around teaching good morals, fit with this violent figure who disrupts a market place, stops temple worship and causes chaos. If ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25

Denomination: Holiness

The Kingdom Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Apr 28, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 8,708 views

Jesus makes a very inclusive invitation to all men to come into this exclusive kingdom. But there is only one way in—through the cross.

The Kingdom of Heaven Includes You! Matthew 5:1-12 Pastor Jim Luthy I hold in my hand a crisp $100 bill. Would you be excited if I said I want one of you to have it? Let me see if you qualify… Everyone please stand. If you were not born in the state of Oregon, you can have a seat. You do not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Diligence Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 12,747 views

The pursuit of godly character requires two things: (1) put God first, and (2) remove forces that erode God’s influence

Character Counts! Diligence Matters (Proverbs 4:20-27) Theme: Character development is not an important part of life?it IS life! Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to state ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marks Of A Christian

Contributed by John Telgren on Jun 1, 2003

based on 117 ratings

| 36,703 views

What are the marks of a true Christian? Perhaps it would be helpful to look at what is not a mark of a Christian first, then what the mark of a Christian is

This morning I want to talk about marks. Most of us are familiar with marks. When you mark something, you want to identify it. For instance, people that cut down trees will mark which ones stay, and which ones get cut down. Auto parts stores will mark the parts they sell that have lifetime ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29, Romans 2:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Grow Through Testing Times

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 22, 2001

based on 30 ratings

| 4,597 views

He learned that all of our rights, times and possessions ultimately belong to the Lord and are to be yielded completely for His purposes. Only then are we able to see how testing, tears and temptations can be used for a greater good. How to Grow

How to Grow Through Testing Times - I Cor. 10:13 Illustrations: DISAPPOINTMENT is a major temptation for all of us. Alexander the Great conquered Persia, but broke down and wept because his troops were too exhausted to push on to India. Hugo Grotius, the father of modern international law, said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing A Grateful Heart

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 24, 2002

based on 66 ratings

| 30,764 views

We need to ask God to change our hearts from 1. Complaints to Praise. 2. Criticism to Encouragement. 3. Cynicism to Faith.

Two men were walking through a field one day when they spotted an enraged bull. Immediately they ran toward the nearest fence. The storming bull ran after them in hot pursuit, and they realized that they were not going to make it. Terrified, one man shouted to his friend, “Say a prayer, John. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

I Believe, But Why Do I Doubt? Series

Contributed by Richard Berry on Jul 1, 2004

based on 237 ratings

| 38,726 views

Dealing with doubt and unbelief.

I BELIEVE, BUT WHY DO I DOUBT? I’m sure that most of us would prefer to live in the mountaintops of the spiritual highs of our lives. Those times when God is moving in powerful ways, your confidence is high, you have that positive, “can-do” attitude, your relationship with God is passionate, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Quit Pretending Or Drop Your Fig Leaf

Contributed by Louis Bartet on Jul 11, 2004

based on 44 ratings

| 7,006 views

This sermon addresses the issue of make believe Christian and is a call to real Christian living. This sermon is a regurgitation of material written by Brennan Manning: Abba’s Child and Posers, Fakers, & Wannabes.

SERIES TOPIC: REALITY SERMON TITLE: Let’s Quit Pretending SERMON TEXT: Genesis 3:1-8; Revelation 3:14-18; 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Preached at Point Assembly of God on July 11, 2004 at 11:00 AM by Louis Bartet. -- Preface Many of the thoughts and ideas found in this sermon are from the writtings of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What If Tomorrow Never Comes? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 28, 2004

based on 35 ratings

| 14,550 views

Overcoming worry by (1) changing your outlook - leave it to God; (2) changing your input - trust His promises.

Worry has nothing to do with today... it has to do with tomorrow. What if tomorrow never comes? Will that have an effect on you today? Are you spending ALL OF TODAY, preparing for tomorrow? If you are using up all the time you have today, preparing for tomorrow, then aren’t you left with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding The Peace Of Christmas

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

based on 21 ratings

| 7,767 views

A look at what lies at the Heart of God for Christmas

Christmas can mean so many things … For my kids… presents For many …. Family time… which may involve the warmth or challenge of being together. For many… a little break at the end of a busy year. What lies in the heart of God this morning? What is heaven celebrating? > PEACE Luke 2:14 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Difficulties In Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Sep 7, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 8,095 views

why do we encounter difficulties in prayer - sin, disobedience, wrong relationships, wrong motives, loss of focus

DIFFICULTIES IN PRAYER Isn’t it amazing the excuses you can find not to do something. I am constantly amazed at my ability to find reasons why I should not do administration. Or why it would be better not to go running and just to read a book. But what is not so amazing is how easily reasons not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:11-22

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Who Is Your Role Model?

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 14, 2004

based on 15 ratings

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This is about being a spiritual example.

I remember when Mark McGwire broke into Major League Baseball in 1987. I was 13 when that happened. And I was enamored with his power at the plate. He was only a rookie then, and he hit some mammoth home runs. My dad used to pitch to me in the backyard, and I would imitate Mark McGwire’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Generosity & Holding Back Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004

based on 27 ratings

| 4,866 views

These verses are an encouragement to see how a Church can behave together when its members are committed to one another as fellow members of the body of Christ and to be generous with our possessions. But they’re also a warning not to hold back what we’ve

We’ve seen a fascinating thing in Australian politics in the past few weeks. John Howard has gone from being the man of steel to being more like a quick change artist. Suddenly he’s on the back foot trying to maintain his popularity against the threat of Mark Latham. And what was the issue that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37, Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

"Live In The Image Of God"

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Mar 19, 2004

based on 10 ratings

| 5,066 views

¡§The key to an honest and accurate self image is knowing the basis of our self worth ¡V our identity in Christ.¡¨

A college student who had always lived in the city was visiting a ranch in Arkansas. He was fascinated by all the animals. He had never seen so many before so it wasn¡¦t unusual when He blurted out, ¡§What an unusual looking cow. Why doesn¡¦t she have any horns?¡¨ The rancher explained, ¡§Well, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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