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"The Paradox Of Persecution" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

based on 73 ratings

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How to recognize spiritual persecution as a blessing.

“The Paradox of Persecution” Matthew 5:10-12 Beatitudes - #8 Intro: It is safe to say that if you follow and are obedient to the progression of the Beatitudes, you will experience some sort of persecution. -If you are “Poor in Spirit” people will think you are being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Mennonite

Why Worry? Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

based on 59 ratings

| 20,979 views

Because of my Father’s care, I can stop worrying about everything.

July 29, 2001 If You Only Knew the Father – Part 1 INTRODUCTION Transition from drama… It sure is tougher than it sounds. Worry is something we’ve all experienced it to some degree or another. In a weak moment worry whispers a little something in our ear, like, “Hey, what if - ?” If that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Do You Really Want?

Contributed by Paul Decker on Oct 31, 2004

based on 34 ratings

| 3,384 views

The desire for God should dominate us.

WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT? Matthew 5:6 S: Holiness C: Desire for God Th: Live the Difference Pr: THE DESIRE FOR GOD SHOULD DOMINATE US. ?: Inductive KW: Factors TS: We will find in our study of Matthew 5:6 three factors that describe what it is to be a Christian. The _____ factor is… ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

Fix Your Cape Series

Contributed by David Salisbury on Oct 2, 2002

based on 84 ratings

| 4,699 views

The second in a series. A look at the distinctive nature of Christians.

Quick Sermons for Permanent Fixes Lesson 2 Fix Your Cape Matthew 5:13-16 “You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city that is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Gotta Ask! Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 25, 2001

based on 41 ratings

| 5,757 views

This is th 19th part of the Sermon on the Mount Series, looks at our prayer requests

THIS ENTIRE PASSAGE OF SCRIPTURE IS DEPENDENT ON ONE THING AND THAT IS A PROPER UNDERSTANDING OF VS.9,10 & 11. BECAUSE CHRIST USES THESE VERSES TO QUALIFY THE VERSES THAT WENT BEFORE. AND SO CHRIST USES THE CONCEPT OF FATHER TO DESCRIBE GOD. BUT THE FATHER CONCEPT IS ONLY VALID FOR THOSE OF US ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Searching For Solid Ground

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 11, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 4,461 views

Jesus says if we listen to his teachings and obey them, we’ll weather any and all storms that come our way. Why? Why do His words have this power?

Searching for Solid Ground In 1174 the Italian architect Bonnano Pisano began work on what would become his most famous project: A separately standing bell tower for the Cathedral of the city of Pisa [Show pics]. The tower was to be eight-stories and 185-foot-tall tall. There was just one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Sure About That?

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Feb 9, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 4,256 views

Make 3 decisions for the rich, full life Christ offers.

Matthew 5:2-12 Are You Sure About That? Woodlawn Baptist Church February 8, 2004 Introduction This morning I have a fun exercise that I want you to help me with before we get started with the message. I know that some of you will feel kind of silly doing it, but try it anyway. I want us all to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

The History And Principles And Mathematics Of Grace Series

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 31, 2006

based on 3 ratings

| 4,264 views

An introduction to Matthew 5:3 which emphasizes that only those who recognize their spiritual bankruptcy will enter the kingdom of heaven.

MATTHEW 20-21 THE HISTORY AND PRINCIPLES AND MATHEMATICS OF GRACE (Luke 15:1 NIV) Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. (Luke 15:2 NIV) But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." (Luke ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Place Of The Law

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 22, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 2,494 views

Continuing series on Matthew, this message dealing with Jesus’ words about the Law.

The Place of the Law Matthew 5:17-20 October 3, 2004 Introduction It¡¦s good to be back here with you today. Last week I was the guest speaker at Lowry Pilgrim Church, for their MissionFest, and I had a good time. But like Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, I, too, feel that there¡¦s no place like ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

Fix Your Righteousness Series

Contributed by David Salisbury on Oct 2, 2002

based on 74 ratings

| 4,523 views

Lesson 3 in a series. Jesus’s relationship to the Law and how it teaches us about righteousness.

Quick Sermons for Permanent Fixes Lesson 3 Fix Your Righteousness Matthew 5:17-20 The word “Law” or “rules” probably makes you feel a little confined. When I think of rules I think of the principle in West Virginia last week that essentially banned Valentine’s at his school He refused all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Averting Your Worst Nightmare Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Dec 10, 2001

based on 40 ratings

| 3,634 views

To avoid the nightmare of not being recognized by Jesus, I must recognize the truth and live by it.

September 23, 2001 The Doorway to Heaven – Part 2 INTRODUCTION Once in awhile I’ll have dreams that I can remember in the morning. For some reason it doesn’t happen that often. Kim on the other hand is a practically a professional dreamer. In fact, this has been one of the single most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Going The Extra Mile

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 10, 2001

based on 151 ratings

| 24,296 views

Following Jesus requires that we go the Extra Mile!

Text: Matthew 5:38-42 Subject: Justice Theme: New Testament view of justice Prop: The Law provided justice, but Christians are not to always seek justice. Trans.: Jesus gives us the solution to a heart of retaliation. Turn the other cheek, give more than is required, to go the extra mile, to show ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Will Wreck Your Life Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Oct 15, 2007

based on 8 ratings

| 4,692 views

The hardest thing that we will ever have to do is live out a life of loving others treating them as we would want to be treated. If we love others the way Jesus did, it will wreck our lives.

Series on the Mount Jesus Will Wreck Your Life October 14, 2007 Matthew 7:12 What might be your greatest fear? What do you dread the most? What possibility scares you the most? I think the greatest fear for humans is God. Here’s a being that is greater than we can comprehend. More holy than our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Church Of God

24.11 Prayer Is . . .? Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 9, 2007

| 2,968 views

Jesus said "When you Pray" but what does that mean for us in 2007? And how do we put it into practice?

And then Jesus looked over the crowd and said Matthew 6:5 And when you pray. Prayer, what is prayer? Roger Babson “Prayer is the greatest unused power in the world.” Charles Trumbell “Prayer is realising the energies of God.” Phillip Brooks “prayer is in it’s simplest definition, is merely a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Need You Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Feb 21, 2008

based on 1 rating

| 3,689 views

EVERY RELATIONSHIP ENDS UP SOMEWHERE, FEW RELATIONSHIPS END UP SOMEWHERE ON PURPOSE The desire of our church is to build purposeful relationships with one another. The kind relationships, which will enrich our fellowship with others and deepen our relatio

Introduction: Play Video Clip #1 You and I were meant to live in community. God has designed us to be together in community. Go back to the creation account in Genesis In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth. Over the course of the next 48 verses in the Bible, God completes his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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