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Growing Up

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Feb 6, 2007

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These two verses provide a blueprint for each of us as we seek to move toward spiritual maturity, and become like Christ. Since we are disciples of Christ, and if we are ever to become like Christ, we will need to "grow up" in these basic areas.

Growing Up Luke 2:40, 52 As we move away from the Christmas season, we move into the uncomfortable encounters with Christ. Both Christmas and the Resurrection Season are comfortable seasons. They are seasons that emphasize grace, God’s love, and His sacrifice. But as we move into the interlude, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Hastened And Pressed On By The King's Commandment"

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Oct 4, 2006

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The decree was authoritative; the deliverance was available; the line was approaching...

Esther 8:13,14 "Hastened and pressed on by the king’s commandment" Most of us are familiar with the events in the book of Esther, but let me quickly review some of them with you and bring you up to our text verses. Haman has thrown a temper tantrum because Mordecai, a ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Communciating With Eachother

Contributed by Rick Edwards on Oct 10, 2006

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Keys to biblically communciating with our spouses

Problems in a marriage arise from breakdown in communications or mutual respect, not from some flaw in the marriage. The first thing that we need to learn that all types of serious communication need to start and end with prayer. I believe one of the best and foremost keys to good communication ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing For The Second Coming

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Feb 18, 2005

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John’s job was to prepare the way for the public ministry of Jesus. His teaching and preaching would set the stage for Jesus’ teaching and preaching. Just as Jesus came the first time He is coming the second time. The world wasn’t ready for Him the 1

It was predicted in the OT that Jesus, the Messiah would come the first time. Isaiah 7:14 – “Therefore the Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel.” Isaiah 40:3-5 – “(3) The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Watermark Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005

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A relationship with God is a life changing experience

GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 26, 2004 Romans 6:4-8 “Watermark” INTRODUCTION A young girl boards an oceanliner for a trip to America—the new world. The emotions of fear and excitement rage within her as she climbs the gangplank. What she is doing is not an easy task. She is leaving behind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Raising Children

Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 25, 2005

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Today we dedicate a child to God. What does that mean for his parents and the community of faith in which he will grow?

This morning, for the second time in three weeks, we welcome into the community of faith a new child, Lars Hickey. Two weeks ago it was through infant baptism, today through dedication. It’s not my intent this morning to debate the issues of infant baptism vs believer baptism. Rather, let me ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Face God (And Your Critics) With A Clear Conscience (Acts - Part 30 Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

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5 Keys to Maintaining a Clear Conscience

How to Face God (& Your Critics) With A Clear Conscience Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 30 Pastor Jeff Christopherson August 10, 2003 Acts 18:1-22 5 KEYS TO MAINTAINING A CLEAR CONSCIENCE: 1. Be Faithful to do what God Asks You To Do. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Confused?

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 12, 2007

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Did Jesus make a mistake during His three temptations? This message examines these three temptations.

ARE YOU CONFUSED? Matthew 4:1-11 INTRO: Did Jesus make a mistake during His three temptations? The Grand Inquisitor in Dostoevski’s novel “The Brothers Karamazov”, tells Jesus that he made a serious mistake in that encounter with Satan. Jesus came to set people free, but the Inquisitor insists ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Part Iii Of The Book Of James Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Jul 18, 2007

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Part Three of James Study this is the first part of the series - James 1:22-27

The Book of James Study (Part III) James 1:22-27 James had seen some Christians develop disappointing and even dangerous habits in regard to their “profession” and their “practice.” In our text James make a proposition, provides an illustration, and draws and application about how to practically ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Organization Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Dec 6, 2007

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Someone once said, Christians become very unchristian when they get organized.

Spiritual Organization Acts 6:1-7 Intro Someone once said, Christians become very unchristian when they get organized. Some of us here today may agree with that statement. One side of the church is affirming the power of Christ in His church and likes church polity. Others believe the church ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Grace In Our Mess

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Sep 28, 2007

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We can make a huge mess of things, but God’s grace is sufficient not only to save us, but to use us for His glory

Passage: 1 Samuel 12:1-24 Intro: One of the most persistent misconceptions in the Christian life is that God’s grace is tied to our behavior. 1. quite simple. If we behave, then God is gracious to us. 2. if we misbehave, God’s grace stops. Il) we sometimes say when something good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 12:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Idols

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 28, 2007

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Many things can become idols. We must always guard against putting people or things before Christ.

Idols I. Introduction A. Read Isaiah 46: 1-10 1. God has and always will be a “jealous” God. a. Ex. 20: 3 – the first commandment b. Ex. 34: 13 – My name is Jealous! 1. God can be moved to jealousy. 2. Greatest commandment: love the Lord thy God with all thy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living A Life Of Sexual Purity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 4, 2008

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Surveys revealed that single young adults admitted to having ten sexual partners before marriage? What does this say to, ""Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which i

Living a Life of Sexual Purity (Col. 3:1-5) "Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry." Recently, one of our students researching sexual issues at Pasco Community college asked single young ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Judgment On The Judgmental Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 14, 2008

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Questions for application in small group Bible study

Romans chapter 2:1-16 Recap on chapter 1 A. God’s message: key aspects (1-6) According to John Stott, we have learnt so far about the Gospel (Good News) that its… 1. Origin is God (1) 2. Record is the Bible (2) 3. Substance is the Lord Jesus Christ, who is the God-Man (3,4) 4. Scope is all the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Test

Contributed by Ken Sowers on Sep 1, 2003

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Story of the test of Abraham to offer up his son

June 1 The Test The Command to Sacrifice Isaac Story is dripping with meaning Genesis 22 After these things God tested Abraham. He said to him, "Abraham!" And he said, "Here I am." 2He said, "Take your son, your only son Isaac, whom you love, and go to the land of Moriah, and offer him there as a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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