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  • Scott Kircher avatar

    Sacrifice Required Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Mar 11, 2012
    based on 18 ratings
     | 8,604 views

    It is always good to be reminded of what the Lord has called us to do. What is our mission and how does Hickory Creek accomplish this mission? How are we doing at it and what can each of us as individuals do to be part of the body of Christ called to ac

    On a Mission from God - Sacrifice Required Mark 12:41-44; 2 Samuel 24:18-24 Series intro Slide “We’re on a mission from God” Blues Brothers If you grew up when I did, you remember those words from the movie, “The Blues Brothers.” John Belushi’s character, Jake Blues, was in a church service with ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Altar Of Sacrifice

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,819 views

    Paul, Pt. 3

    THE ALTAR OF SACIFICE (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Perfect Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 7, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,654 views

    3rd in series (Section 3)on Hebrews. This message was preached on Easter Sunday and focuses on the sacrifice of Jesus and the torn veil

    Most of us have a hard time with blood – especially outside of our own flesh. Most of us, with the exception of those who are emergency responders or in the medical field, get a bit queasy when we see a little blood. It doesn’t have to be oozing, gushing, or pumping – sometimes just a little bit ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sacrifice A Son

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on Apr 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,115 views

    Abraham was told by God to sacrifice his only son Isaac. God did not ask Abraham to do something God was not willing to do Himself. This sermon parallels these truths.

    Abraham is the Father of our Faith. In Genesis 12 God called him to be the leader of a great nation. In our story today God tells Abraham to sacrifice his son. Let’s study this story for truths we can apply to our lives. I. The request from God 22:1, 2 READ Notice in verse 2 God understood the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sacrifice Of Praise Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 21, 2008
    based on 6 ratings
     | 18,642 views

    5th of 5 messages in Hebrews (section 4). This message speaks of the importance of praising God

    The Sacrifice of Praise And so Jesus also suffered outside the city gate to make the people holy through his own blood... Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that confess his name. Hebrews 13:12-15 Praising God is easy when everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Basis For Sacrifice

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 23, 2008
    based on 17 ratings
     | 7,262 views

    Memorial Day Service Sermon

    THE BASIS FOR SACRIFICE Romans 5:6-8 INTRODUCTION: Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Place Of Sacrifice

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,007 views

    This is a sermon that shows the great sacrifice that Abraham was willing to make as he offered up Isaac and the way that the Lord blessed him.

    THE PLACE OF SACRIFICE TEXT: Genesis 22 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: In this chapter, Abraham is going to be facing his greatest test. Upon the completion of this test, Abraham will have demonstrated his willingness to turn loose his most prized possession, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Sacrifice Of Motherhood

    Contributed by Darrell Coats on May 7, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,615 views

    A Mother’s Day sermon, based on the story of Hannah that briefly makes three observations about motherhood.

    The Sacrifice of Motherhood 1 Samuel 1 Introduction: No one deserves a special day all to herself more than today’s Mom. A cartoon showed a psychologist talking to his patient: “Let’s see,” he said, “‘You spend 50 percent of your energy on your job, 50 percent on ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Victor Yap avatar

    The Altar Of Sacrifice

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,911 views

    Paul, Pt. 3

    THE ALTAR OF SACIFICE (ROMANS 12:1-2) Pete and Larry had not seen each other in many years. Now they had a long talk trying to fill in the gap of those years by telling about their lives. Finally Pete invited Larry to visit him in his new apartment. “I got a wife and three kids and I’d love to have ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Richard White avatar

    Living Sacrifices Series

    Contributed by Richard White on Oct 1, 2011
     | 4,450 views

    In order to be living sacrifices we must Know His will, and change our thinking

    Living Sacrifices Romans 12:1-2 We are called to be living sacrifices. A sacrifice is something we give up. Most of the time we think of sacrifices we think of suffering or pain. Yet, we are called to offer up sacrifices of Praise and Thanksgiving. A sacrifice is a service we are called to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Unusual Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 5, 2010
    based on 59 ratings
     | 37,290 views

    Leviticus is probably the most "boring" book of the Bible (even Jesus doesn’t quote from it), but in it’s pages are some of the powerful stories of forgiveness you’ll read.

    (This is the 2nd in a series dedicated to the most boring Scriptures in the Bible. At least… the things many people regard as boring) For some people, there’s nothing more boring than the tedious, almost unending regulations that God gave His people in Leviticus. In fact, when most people attempt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Sacrifice Of Abel Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 12, 2011
     | 4,298 views

    Abel worshiped in faith, and so should we.

    Ss Cyril & Methodius February 14, 2011 The Spirit of the Liturgy For a few months now we have been considering, with our Holy Father, the spirit of the liturgy. And so it is fitting that we hear today, and on Valentine’s Day, this marvelous lesson from Genesis, the story of accepted Abel ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Living Sacrifice

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Jun 8, 2008
    based on 16 ratings
     | 27,754 views

    This is a message that shows the importance of presenting ourselves unto the Lord as a living sacrifice.

    A LIVING SACRIFICE TEXT: Romans 12:1-21 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: The first eleven chapters give strong reasons as to why we should present our bodies as a living sacrifice unto God. The first eleven chapters deal with the doctrinal portion ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    A Thanksgiving Sacrifice

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Mar 16, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,429 views

    Just as the aroma of the Old Testament sacrifices pleased God, so our sacrifice of praise, thanksgiving and service can be a sweet aroma to God, continually giving him delight.

    A Thanksgiving Sacrifice 11/23/08 AM Text: Hebrews 13:15 Introduction As a nation we will be celebrating a holiday this coming Thursday, the fourth Thursday of November. This holiday is one of the few which has not been over-run by commercialism or watered down by secularism, though not for lack of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Living Sacrifices Series

    Contributed by Art Good on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,352 views

    Why do Christians wear a cross? What is its meaning to the church? In this message we are going to look at 4 images that will help us understand the place of the cross in the life of the believer.

    Illus. In Texas last week, an 18 year old man was arrested for wearing a noose in public. As Jewelry. Seems kind of morbid doesn’t it? A noose is an instrument of an agonizing death. It represents vigilante law, I would never be proud to wear a noose. What about an electric chair? Did you ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan