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Avoiding Spiritual Emptiness Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 10, 2006

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In part three of series Jesus, Post-Resurrection, Dave looks closely at Colossians 2:1-10. We learn how to identify an empty belief system, and how to avoid spiritual emptiness.

In 1996 I was a graduate student at Oakland University. I was doing an internship at a counseling center in Flint to finish up my Master’s degree in Counseling. I was new and very inexperienced, and was working in my office one day when the phone rang. All the “real” therapists were busy, so I ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Empty Your Bucket

Contributed by Paul Duke on Feb 27, 2007

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Illustrated sermon of making room for Jesus

EMPTY YOUR BUCKET PAUL DUKE Ephesians Chapter 5 and Galatians Chapter 5 Before I begin. I want to tell you about a two special guests we have here today. My mom and dad came to visit. Now just to let you know. My parents are the ones you all can blame for my nuttiness. See, my mom was my ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Witness Of The Empty Tomb

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 25, 2011

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What one believes about the resurrection of Jesus is "the" most important thing in life.

“The Witness of the Empty Tomb” Matthew 28:1-8 In a unique way, Easter morning has always and will always bring us to a crisis of belief. We are introduced to one such occasion of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Empty Expedition Of Enjoyment Series

Contributed by James Mcdonald on Sep 18, 2007

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Solomon’s personal testimony of his empty expedition to find satisfaction without God.

The Empty Expedition of Enjoyment Illustration This past Tuesday, Stacy and I went up to Freeport to encourage a local homeschooling support group. The group had advertised the event in their area, seeking to increase attendance a bit. I received an email from a friend of mine, Bob, who attends a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Bring Empty Vessels

Contributed by David Dunn on Feb 21, 2026

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Faith begins where human supply ends as God fills our emptiness with overflowing grace that turns survival into testimony.

There are moments in life when the math simply does not work. You can rearrange it. You can stretch it. You can pray over it. You can ignore it. But eventually, the numbers refuse to cooperate. That is where this story begins. Not with a miracle. Not with oil. Not with overflow. With debt. 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Mark 9:24, Luke 5:4-6, John 2:7-10, Ephesians 3:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Testimony Of An Empty Tomb

Contributed by John White on Apr 1, 2006

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An Easter message focused upon the veracity of the Easter story.

THE TESTIMONY OF AN EMPTY TOMB Luke 24:1-12 Have you ever seen an old empty house in a deserted neighborhood? Perhaps the doors stand ajar, sagging on hinges, loosened by the ravages of weather and time. Have you noticed the vacant stare of glassless windows? If you paused to listen you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

He Emptied Himself

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 9, 2012

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What does it mean, and what does it not mean, when it says in scripture that Jesus "emptied Himself?"

He Emptied Himself TCF Sermon December 11, 2011 This morning, I’m going to ask you to think – this won’t be a Christmas message where we remember the Christmas story, per se. So, to warm up your thinker, we’re going to have a little quiz: Name That Christmas Carol – ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 27, 2008

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There are many who are in Christian circles today that profess to know Jesus Christ but, sadly, are not saved. What does Jesus say?

Spiritual Self-Deception Griffith Baptist Church – 3/30/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 7:21-23 Key verse: Matthew 7:21 - Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. The Introduction The words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

Building Self-Esteem Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on May 24, 2025

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The family's primary role is building self-esteem in a child. How does that happen? Let's look at a few areas.

Title: Building Self-esteem in the Family Theme: To show how the family builds self-esteem in their children. Scripture: Luke 2:52; Proverbs 18:21 Opening Scripture: Luke 2:52 NLT Jesus grew in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and all the people Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:52, Proverbs 18:21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Empty Promises Of Easter

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 8, 2002

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Three promises of Easter: Empty Cross - the forgiveness of sins, Empty Tomb - eternal life, Empty Burial Clothes - personal relationship with Jesus.

Tomb, You shall not hold Him longer, Death is strong, but life is stronger Stronger than the dark, the light; Stronger than the wrong, the right; Faith and hope triumphant say; Christ will rise on Easter Day. While the patient earth lies waiting Till the morning shall be breaking Shuddering ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, Luke 23:1-56, John 3:16, Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Soap Opera Of Emptiness Series

Contributed by Robert Dyson on Dec 5, 2002

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This sermon is designed to challenge believers to confront the areas of emptiness in there lives.

Solutions To The Soap Opera of Emptiness John 2: 1-3 Series Introduction: Over the next two months we will be looking at the seven signs or miracles that are found in the gospel according to John the beloved. Pregnant within the womb of each of these signs is a message about our master. Each of ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-3, John 20:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Empty Enough?

Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Jan 29, 2002

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Expanded outline topical sermon on recognizing our need for God.

Introduction A martial arts student was meeting with his master and teacher at a table, having tea. The student said to his master, "I’ve learned all you have to teach me about defending myself. I want to learn one thing more now. Please teach me about the ways of God." The master took the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cross And The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jun 30, 2006

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The cross and the empty tomb. What do they mean? Why are they so significant to us today?

The Cross and the Empty Tomb by Greg Johnson http://www.lovinggodfellowship.org The cross and the empty tomb. What do they mean? Why are they so significant to us today? The Cross In the 1800’s Ralph E. Hudson wrote the chorus to the sacred hymn "At the Cross." He wrote "At the cross, at the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tomb Is Still Empty

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 17, 2007

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Are there good reasons to believe that Jesus was raised from the dead? In this sermon I use Lee Stobel’s three "E"s to give proof of the resurrection.

Introduction: A. Happy Resurrection Day to everyone! Hope you are encouraged and uplifted by today’s worship! B. I thought we might start on the light side, with a little Easter humor. 1. What does the Easter bunny get for making baskets? 2 or 3 points, just like everyone else. (That’s a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beware Of The Spirit Of Emptiness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 31, 2006

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EMPTY IS DANGEROUS. STAY FILLED WITH SIS SPIRIT, LOVE, JOY, PEACE, AND HOPE!

BEWARE: THERE IS A SPIRIT OF EMPTINESS EMPTY IS DANGEROUS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Man tends to be a creature of habit. We are given to PESSIMISM or OPTIMISM. We see bad, or we see good. Spiritual things start as a thought. We then set a pattern of thinking. I know people that can tell you ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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