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To Seek And To Save

Contributed by Jeffrey Stewart on Oct 21, 2000

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How do we judge others?

Schoolteacher Dodie Gadient decided to travel across American and see the sights she had taught about for the last 13 yrs. Traveling alone in a truck with a camper in tow, she launched out. One afternoon rounding a curve on I-5 near Sacramento in rush-hour traffic the water pump blew on her truck. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Or Faithfulness? Series

Contributed by Matthew Baker on Nov 3, 2000

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The disciples asked for faith but what they really needed was faithfulness.

In our daily lives, we come across many different people. Often, when we are with strangers, in order to break the ice, we engage in what is called, "small talk." Small talk is a way to show friendliness by discussing things that are somewhat superficial. For decades, if not centuries, there has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A "Two-Sided"Story:living Between Two Mountains Series

Contributed by Luciano Lombardi on Mar 2, 2001

based on 91 ratings

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Objective: The two sides of the story of our life rise up to remind us that life is always best when lived with God rather than without God.

“A Two-Sided Story” Subject: Relationship with God Theme: The Two sides to our relationship with God Text: Joshua 23:14-16 Time: Sunday Evening March 4, 2001 Question: What are the results of the choices we make? Introduction: In the story “A River Runs Through It” - two sons of a ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 23:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

What To Do When You Are In Exile, Part 1

Contributed by S Henriques on Jan 27, 2003

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Don’t we all know the feeling of being in a complicated and difficult environment that feels sometimes as though we are in a foreign land? We find ourselves being forced into an unpleasant situation we would never choose for ourselves, and it looks as tho

What To Do When You Are In Exile Jeremiah 29:1-13 by S. M. Henriques Folks, I have been so eager to bring you this message of hope and good news this morning. I am truly excited about what God wants to say to you and me today. Suppose that this afternoon, a group of soldiers was to storm into ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

I Thomas

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 15, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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This is a first person Easter sermon from the perspective of Thomas Jesus Disciple.

I Thomas John 20:19-29 Stop reading at v27a- Before you tell them what Jesus said to me, let me introduce myself and share with a little background to this; the one thing I seem to be remembered for. My name is Thomas I was born and raised in the area of Galilee. A Hebrew by birth and an avid ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: *other

Can't Buy Me Love! Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 9, 2003

based on 23 ratings

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Riches and Religion can make a bad mix. Jesus, who left the treasures of heaven to walk among us in the wilderness of sin and sorrows... His example shows us the way to true treasures! Don’t let the glitter blind you from the glory of eternity! Today’s

So you want to be rich, huh? 1 Timothy 6: 3 If anyone advocates a different doctrine, and does not agree with sound words, those of our Lord Jesus Christ, and with the doctrine conforming to godliness, 4 he is conceited and understands nothing; but he has a morbid interest in controversial ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Not To Raise A Fool

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Sep 20, 2004

based on 23 ratings

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Find out the 3 BIG SEEDS that are affecting our children the most and could turn children into fools later.

How many of us want to raise a foolish child? How many think their already raising a fool? No one is born a fool; fools are self-made! Usually with a little help from the people in there lives. The Bible says, “Foolishness is bound up in a child’s heart.” If parents aren’t careful, there are ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:22

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Peacemakers

Contributed by David Taylor on Oct 7, 2004

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What it means to be a peacemaker

Sermon on Mount Blessed are the peacemakers In the beatitudes, Jesus’ aim was to create a lifestyle in his followers that would make people think about the value of God, or to glorify God. The beatitudes start out showing us our great need for God and then the rest show us what it means to live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walk With The Servant Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 13, 2003

based on 97 ratings

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Jesus’ humble love that stooped to wash his disciples feet has stooped to the cross to wash us clean from the dirt of our daily sins in the fountain filled with his blood, so that our attitude is changed to apologize and serve others in humble love.

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit touches our hearts are the words of Jesus, recorded in John 13 [Jesus] began to was the disciples’ feet and to dry them with the towel that was tied around Him. He came to Simon ...read more

Scripture: John 13:5-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Standing At The Foot Of The Cross

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 7, 2004

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Many people were there at the foot of the cross, but they did not look at it in the same way. We’re going to see through the eyes of Mary Magdalene, Mary the mother of Jesus and John the beloved disciple.

Five more days and it will be Good Friday - the day we remember the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. When you come near to the cross again, what is in your mind? How do you feel? What should you do in response to such a sacrifice? On the day Jesus was crucified, many people stood watching. ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Name That Person Series

Contributed by Jim Kane on Dec 13, 2001

based on 19 ratings

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One of the ways that we can make meaningful connections is by connecting with people who are often overlooked.

Several years ago there was a game show called, Name That Tune in which contestants competed for cash and prizes by trying to name songs in as few notes as possible. The famous line being of course, I can name that song in one note! This morning, we are going to briefly play “Name That Person” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Church Of God

I Didn't Intend To...

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Sep 2, 2012

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The bridegroom is coming. No one means to get left outside of the wedding feast, but by their actions and priorities, some will not gain entry.

When I was a kid, I had an excuse for everything. My dad fell for none of them. I’ll spare you most of them and give you just one. My brother, sister and I were playing the basement…with a broom handle…and we broke the light. My dad asked what happened. Did we own up to it? Nope. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

A Deeper Well

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Oct 23, 2009

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When the woman of Samaria met Jesus she received something deeper than water from Jacob’s well; she received a deeper relationship with God.

A Deeper Well Prairie Baptist Church – 10/25/09 A.M. Service Text: John 4:1-29 Key verse: John 4:23 - But the hour is coming, and now is, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth; for the Father is seeking such to worship Him. Premise: When the woman of Samaria ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

How To Give Your Christian Testimony - Part 1

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 17, 2009

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What if no one had ever shared the gospel with you? You would be hopeless, lost and unforgiven. This is why God wants us to share our faith. God wants you to give your Christian testimony, and Paul shows us how.

How to Give Your Christian Testimony - Part 1 Acts 26:1-11 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - March 26, 2008 (Background Acts 25:11-27) *What if no one had ever shared the gospel with you? -Everything would be different! -- No purpose, no meaning, no spiritual help, no foundation ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Twas The Night After Christmas - Done!

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Jan 2, 2010

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Usually, the day after Christmas, we find ourselves worn down, spent... and DONE. How can we carry the joy of Christmas throughout the year?

Twas the Night After Christmas Before I start out, I need to find my mother-in-law. This first part is fictional… OK… as in not true… but it’s going to set up my sermon so roll with it ok? ’Twas the night after Christmas I remember it well, With presents all over, My house looked like… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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