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Kingdom Relationships Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 9, 2019

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Today we will focus on the importance that Jesus placed on Kingdom Relationships. We will also discuss the meaning of Luke 14:26 where Jesus used the word "hate" in reference to our relationship with our family.

Luke 8:16-21 Introduction: Recap of Part 14 • Jesus Introduces the Kingdom • The Kingdom of God is the realm of God, visible or invisible, where God’s systems and ways of doing things are already established and working. • We showed the development of the Kingdom from the declaration of John ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:10, Mark 3:21, Mark 3:31, Matthew 10:36-39, Luke 14:26-27, Luke 8:16-21 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Preparation

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2018

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What does building a highway have to do with preparation for celebrating Christ’s first coming? What does it have to do with preparing for Christ’s Second Coming? Let’s understand the preparation Christ expects. Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6.

What does building a highway have to do with preparation for celebrating Christ’s first coming? What does it have to do with preparing for Christ’s Second Coming? Let’s understand the preparation Christ expects. Let’s discuss preparing the way for Christ in Luke 3:1-6. Caesar Luke 3:1 “Now in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Priorities

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 30, 2012

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We must not be distracted with the temporary, but make eternal things our priorities.

Eternal Priorities September 30, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must not be distracted with the temporary, but make eternal things our priorities. Focus Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Supplemental Passage: Come now, you who say, "Today or ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

5 Upon This Rock Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Mar 25, 2020

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As the church was closed, we had to go to printed meditations, so this is a much shorter version of what was originally planned.

Matthew 16:13-20 13 Now when Jesus came into the district of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” 14 And they said, “Some say John the Baptist, but others Elijah, and still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Honey In The Rock

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 2, 2013

based on 3 ratings

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The sermon shares the desires of God to give us honey in the rock that satisfies.

“Honey in the Rock” Psalm 81 God desires to give us Honey from the Rock • "The land of Canaan abounded with hills and rocks in which bees had their hives, and from whence honey dropped to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

Can The Church Be An Obstacle To Discipleship For Jesus?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 5, 2022

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The view outside the church can be damaging. Therefore the church must work to rid itself of its media problems.

Can the Church be an Obstacle to Discipleship for Jesus? Mark 4:10-20 You may want to read Mark 4:1-9, This is the actual parable that I am speaking about. [Why parables?] 10 As soon as He was alone, 1His followers, along with the twelve, began asking Him about the parables. 11 And He was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:10-20

Denomination: United Methodist

"and Yet" Fathers Day Sermon

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jun 20, 2021

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This year for Father’s Day we need to acknowledge the messy world in which we live. And Yet Jesus is capable of stilling the Storms in our relationships. Jesus says Peace Be still!

This year for Father’s Day we need to acknowledge the messy world in which we live. People are struggling; people are hurting; our brothers and sisters of color are dealing with systemic racism and the economic effects of white privilege. The pandemic still has our economy reeling and many ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: United Methodist

Sell Out Or Sold Out

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 17, 2002

based on 17 ratings

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This sermon deals with our commitment level to follow Jesus Christ. How much are we willing to give up for Him?

Sell Out, Or Sold Out 7/28/2002 Genesis 26:1-11 Luke 14:25-33 Matthew 13:44-47 If somebody asked you, on a scale of one to 10, with one being very low and 10 being the highest rating you could have, “how sold out to Jesus are you”, what number would you give yourself? Now if the same ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-48, Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Musings Of A Madman Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 11, 2013

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If you want your sanity restored and to shine brightly in a dark world, don't be proud of your own achievements; instead, humble yourself before Almighty God. "Christ sends none away empty but those who are full of themselves" (Donald Gray Barnhouse)

Chan Gailey, who at various times coached for the Pittsburg Steelers, the Dallas Cowboys, and the Kansas City Chiefs told a story some time ago about the time he was head coach of Alabama’s Troy State and they were playing for the National Championship. The week before the big game, he was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fruit Of The Spirit: Kindness And Goodness Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2000

based on 219 ratings

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This message looks at Goodness and Kindness in relation to the parable of the Good Samaritan

He had woken up with a bad feeling about today, but that wasn’t unusual, he hated getting up in the morning and always woke up with a bad feeling. But now he was certain that he should have stayed in bed. It had started as just another day, and part of his day included a trip to Jericho. Not a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Tale Of Seven Churches: Intro Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 13, 2003

based on 34 ratings

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This is the first of eight sermons dealing with the Seven Churches of the Revelation

One letter, seven churches. Most of us are familiar with the Revelation of John, the last book in the New Testament, or at least we think we are. We’ve breezed through it pausing on the sensational bits, dragons, beasts with seven heads and ten horns and locust the size of Volkswagens. But for ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:17-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Will That Be Short Or Long Hair?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Sep 3, 2002

based on 26 ratings

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God’s conflict resolution plan for the family is centered in relationships of respect.

On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you must do that is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Choosing The Best Part

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 9, 2009

based on 1 rating

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A Mother’s day Sermon looking at the differences between Mary and Martha

INTRODUCTION: Today’s woman has no easy task. More appliances and conveniences are placed within the home with the goal of making the household chores easier. Things have certainly changed from the time that I was a child. There were no micro-wave ovens, icemaker refrigerators, and many of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overflow In Rich Generosity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 20, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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The way the churches in Macedonia responded to helping the Christians in Jerusalem is a guide for the living and giving of all Christians. Paul’s instruction to the Christians in Corinth can be our guide to “Overflowing in Rich Generosity.”

How to Overflow in Rich Generosity -Discover the Grace of Giving- II Corinthians 8:1-7 I want you to turn to the person sitting next to you and say one word, “Stewardship.” Ask each other what the first word is that comes to your mind. A steward is a “guardian,” “manager,” “provider,” II ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Have Family Rules Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

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Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

The family has been called an institution, and like any institution it needs rules. Rules serve as guides, guards and goads! In order to have peace and harmony in the home, everyone needs to be on the same page. Imagine how confusing it would be if a nation did not have a constitution to go by. In ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

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