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A New Heart For A Fresh Start

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Feb 22, 2022

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Jesus’ teaching and ministry was a way of reframing the use of Scripture. The Scribes had made notes that were superimposed on Scripture. Jesus holds before us a new way of living life. One based on mercy, grace, and love. Jesus modeled the heart and intent of God.

As a child we would attempt to salvage anything and everything. The house I remember from early childhood was an interesting building. When my mother wanted to clean the floor, she would pour water on the floor, scrub it with a broom, and the water would drain through the floor. The first home ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-28, Matthew 5:17-20, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 11:6, Matthew 11:28 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 107. Part 2. Psalm 107 Is A Psalm Of General Truth Series

Contributed by George Barton on Feb 10, 2006

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Points out that Psalm 107, though it is found among the historical psalms, is really a psalm of general truth.

PSALM 107 PART 2 WITH SOME REPETITION FROM PSALM 107, PART 1 PSALM 107 IS A PSALM OF GENERAL TRUTH Do you have friends and relatives who have little time for Jesus Christ? Do you have friends and relatives, both men and women, who think that they are macho, and who think that Christianity is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Things We Leave Behind

Contributed by Scott Pyle on Oct 19, 2002

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There are a series of things that we must leave behind to become a true Christian

Things We Leave Behind Phil 3:13 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, 14 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1, Philippians 3:13-14

Denomination: Holiness

The Book Of Philippians; The Background And Character Of The Book Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

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A discription of the purpose, character, and the opening greetings of apostle of Paul.

#2 (03-25-07) The Book of Philippians: Background and Character of the Book Introduction: Why study the book? It will encourage you to serve God. It will boost your level of joy. It will reveal your source of joy. Background of the Book Paul’s calling, 3 missionary journeys, church ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

War - What Is It Good For?

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 15, 2007

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How does a Christian view war?

Do you remember when Pearl Harbor was bombed? Korea? Vietnam? 1st Gulf War? 12 yrs ago War is on our minds a lot these days – peace protests, demonstrations, seeing dead and dying on television It raises the question whether war is right, whether it is just, whether it is part of God’s plan, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:20-21

Denomination: Lutheran

What Does The Blood Of Jesus Do?

Contributed by Eugene Pansler Jr on May 31, 2014

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what does the blood of Jesus do

What does the blood of Jesus do, some churches no longer sing about the blood, speak about the blood, and have taken down the cross so people won't see it and think about the bood of Jesus. What does the blood of Jesus do, (first,second,third), i: 1. Forgives. What does the blood ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Appearances Of Christ, In Heaven And Earth

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 1, 2015

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Jesus appeared in the earth in the incarnation. Jesus "now appears" in heaven on our behalf. He will come again to the earth to gather to Himself those who are eagerly awaiting Him.

APPEARANCES OF CHRIST, IN HEAVEN AND EARTH. Hebrews 9:24-28. The ‘worldly sanctuary’ (Hebrews 9:1) served for a time, in both tent and Temple, but now the ‘reformation’ has been accomplished (Hebrews 9:10). The endless round of sacrifices would never suffice for the remission of sins (Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pure In Heart

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016

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PURITY OF THE HEART SANCTIFIES THE WHOLE BEING

PURE IN HEART MAIN TEXT: Matthew 5:8 “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” “He who has clean hands and a pure heart…shall receive blessing from the Lord…(Psalm 24:4-5) A pure heart is one that is rid of grudges, rancor, bitterness, hatred, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Say "Thank You Lord".

Contributed by George Izunwa on Feb 29, 2016

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Why thanksgiving is extremely important in our walk with God.

Topic: Why we say, "thank you Lord!" Ps 100:1-5 Question: Why do we say "thank you" to Jesus continually? 1. Because thanksgiving is a definition of source. 2. Because positive attitude sponsors positive living. 3. Because ingratitude provokes the corruption of destiny. 4. Because the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fishing For Men

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Oct 16, 2022

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Look at what they did when they were called. Did they ask permission from anyone to go and why did they go?

Jesus had told Peter and Andrew to quit their fishing business and become “fishers of men,” to help other people discover God. Jesus was calling them from their earthly trade to a spiritual trade. How many of us have heard the call and answered? If we all were to do what Christ taught and spread ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22, Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

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This sermon explores the transformative journey of Jacob, highlighting a four-step process of change: Crisis, Commitment, Confession, and Cooperation. Each step is crucial in shaping us and leading us towards a life changed for the better.

What is one thing you would like to change about yourself? We all go through changes in life, but sometimes we don't change for the better. Many people are interested in self-improvement and quick fixes, but true change takes time. In Genesis chapter 32, we see how God transformed Jacob's life, and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-31

Topics: Change, Transformation, Commitment, Confession, Cooperation (view more) (view less)

Marks Of A Healthy Church

Contributed by Gary Davenport on May 14, 2002

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If we hope to make a difference in our churches, we need to know what a healthy church looks like. More important, we need to know how sick churches can be made well. bgv

A study of ‘Marks of a Spiritually Healthy Church’ of Christ #1 Marks of a Healthy Church What We Expect and What We Should Know Play a word game with me. What comes to your mind when you read the word church? Do you picture a steepled building, dark wooden pews, crosses, offering plates? Do you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Cracking The Character Code

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Jan 1, 2007

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This is an expository sermon that teaches how to develop Christian character by abiding in Christ from The Exchanged Life perspective.

It’s my hope to help you be prepared to crack the character code in the message this morning. Paul in writing to the Christians at Colossae revealed the key to cracking the character code in chapter 3:12-14. It is summarized for us in the very first phrase of v.12 when he says . . . The NASB ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Models For Growing Christians Series

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 23, 2007

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1st in a series on Christian Growth

Almost every image used in the New Testament to describe the Christian life suggests growth and development. • We are to "pursue righteousness" (1 Tim. 6:11). • We are challenged to "be transformed by the renewing of your mind" (Rom. 12:2). • We are to "press on toward the goal" (Phil. 3:14). • ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Walk

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Dec 19, 2008

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Christianity seems like a complex puzzle. In reality it is simple. Jesus says, "Follow me". This lesson helps us see how to do just that and simply be a Christian.

THE CHRISTIAN WALK Text: 1 John 1:7 INTRODUCTION 1. Read Text 2. The term "walk" is reference to the life we live a. Enoch walked with God and was no more for God took him the Hebrew writer says b. We talk about people in all "walks of life" c. Walk is how we live and is determined by what guides ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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