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Come And See Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jan 7, 2006

based on 15 ratings

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This is about Jesus’ call to His first disciples - Peter, Andrew, Philip, and Nathanael. It’s about Jesus calling us to come and see what He sees.

John 1:35-51 – Come and See Let’s read our passage tonight. I’ve been told about a grand convention of lawyers, held in a huge stadium. The host of the show in the stadium says "We are all here today to prove to the world that lawyers are not stupid. Can I have a volunteer?" One lawyer ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-51

Denomination: Baptist

A Brother Who Sins Against You

Contributed by Ian Drucker on Dec 12, 2006

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Following the directions provided by Jesus when another Christian sins against you.

A Brother Who Sins Against You Matthew 18: 15-20 1. There is a big difference between knowing about God, and actually knowing God. 2. There are many people who know about God, but don’t actually know Him. a. We can read and study the Bible. b. We can have all kinds of documents highlighted. c. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Reject Evil?

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Sep 16, 2006

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Is there really evil in the world? Are we ready to resist evil?

Some questions are hard to answer. And they should be hard. As a minister I stand before a bride and groom and ask, “Do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to have and to hold from this day forth, as long as you both shall live?” Then I ask the groom a similar question. There ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When I Act... Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 28, 2003

based on 67 ratings

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When in the fire, when in the desert- what do WE need to do to leave God free to act and deliver us?

“When I act….” Isaiah 43:1-13, Malachi 3:1-4. WBC 30/3/03 am There was group of women in a Bible study group studying the book of Malachi. As they were studying chapter three, they came across verse three, which says: "He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver." This verse puzzled ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-13, Malachi 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Always! Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Apr 3, 2003

based on 180 ratings

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Paul calls Christians to utilize the most powerful ‘spiritual weapon’ they possess: prayer . . . ALWAYS!

Pray Always! Ephesians 6:18-24 Focus: Paul calls Christians to utilize the most powerful ‘weapon’ they possess: prayer . . . ALWAYS! Function: To encourage Christians to re-discover the power of prayer in their lives. The War Eph 6:12-17 12 For our struggle is not against flesh and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27, Ephesians 6:18-24, Ephesians 6:10, Ephesians 6:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Destroying The Shame

Contributed by Allister Smiley on Apr 11, 2003

based on 25 ratings

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INTRODUCTION: The dictionary defines “shame as a person or thing that brings disgrace; a feeling of distress caused by consciousness of guilt. The Pastoral Dictionary defines “shame” as a feeling which follows when a person realizes that there has been a

SUBJECT: DESTROYING THE SHAME Text: 11 Samuel 9:1-13 INTRODUCTION: The dictionary defines “shame as a person or thing that brings disgrace; a feeling of distress caused by consciousness of guilt. The Pastoral Dictionary defines “shame” as a feeling which follows when a person realizes that there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Free To Forgive Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 10, 2003

based on 29 ratings

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I want you to know tonight that you can enjoy the benefits of forgiveness. You are free to forgive. You are free to accept forgiveness.

REVIVAL 2003: FREEDOM FREE TO FORGIVE COLOSSIANS 3:12-17 INTRODUCTION [summarize] BALTIMORE, MD - If one is angry about being diagnosed with the HIV virus, can that hamper his or her immune system? If bitter about how one was infected, is that person at higher risk of infecting others in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17, 1 Peter 2:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin God Won't Forgive Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 2, 2006

based on 55 ratings

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All sins but one can be forgiven but not all are consistently resisted. Thankfully, the ’unpardonable sin’ is easily avoided. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint Presentation.

The Sin God Won’t Forgive Matthew 12:22-32 Thank you for all the Pastor appreciation you showed in October, and all year round. When one of our deacons came to the front after the closing prayer last Sun. PM I didn’t know if it was good news or bad news! Good news/bad news for a preacher: Good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Giving With Attitude

Contributed by Fred Mueller on Dec 16, 2004

based on 16 ratings

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A sermon asking the church to examine its attitude toward giving.

Hillsborough Reformed Church at Millstone Preached at South Branch Ref. Ch. As Guest steward Pentecost XX October 17, 2004 Mt. 6:19-21, II Cor. 9:6-15 “Giving with Attitude” This morning I would like to talk to you about a few of the Bibles principles of stewardship. For some, they may come as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sarah Laughed

Contributed by William Hayes on Apr 26, 2006

based on 28 ratings

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A meditation on Biblical themes joined by the word laughter.

I had a terrible thing happen a few weeks ago when I was taking a service in a wee church (that shall remain nameless) in the country. I had got to that stage in the service where I was leading people in the prayers of confession and as I was just about to finish a particularly sombre bit about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The God Who Promises

Contributed by Michael Pahls on May 2, 2001

based on 46 ratings

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An exposition of Abraham’s (then Abram’s) travels into Egypt reveals the persistant faithfulness of God in spite of out faithlessness and forms the foundation to challenge us to believe the promises made to us in Jesus Christ.

10 Now there was a famine in the land, and Abram went down to Egypt to live there for a while because the famine was severe. 11 As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, "I know what a beautiful woman you are. 12 When the Egyptians see you, they will say, `This is his wife.’ Then ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Legalism Rears Its Ugly Head! Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 3, 2001

based on 105 ratings

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Reasons why legalism must be resisted.

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 22 "Legalism Rears Its Ugly Head" Acts 15:1-23 Tonight I want to speak to you on the very touchy subject of legalism. I thought, Oh well I spoke on money this morning I might as well ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Power Of His Purpose

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 7, 2000

based on 67 ratings

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How Paul was lead by his power

Power of His Purpose Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx. 76703 Pastor Danny Williams Philippians 3:10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, being made conformable unto his death; Intro: I want to start this message this morning ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enough Hope In God To Sing Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 8, 2000

based on 90 ratings

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A textual espository sermon calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them and challenging individuals to choose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope.

Topic: Hope Theme: Hope in God’s Care Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to base their hope in His care for them. Response: Individuals will chose a song to sing every day this week as an expression of their hope in God. INTRODUCTION: Karen was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Wesleyan

Have You Ever Went To Far With Sin?

Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 17, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 2,580 views

Speaks of the unforgivable sin...Blasphemy..

HAVE YOU EVER WENT TO FAR WITH SIN?? Matthew 12:22 – 32 All sin is serious And to some degree it attacks or challenges God ; and not to mention the Authority of God Himself!!! There are six sins that identify sins Against The Holy Spirit!! Since the Holy Spirit is a person He can be sinned ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:22-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

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