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God's Judgment And Grace

Contributed by Mark Gil Petallar on Oct 9, 2015

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This message focus on the intended meaning of the revelation of God's judgment and grace to David after committing adultery and murder. It focus also on the intended response to all audience including all of us after God's revelation of judgment and grace

God's Judgment and Grace for David 2 Samuel 12 Introduction: The last sentence of chapter 11 tells us that God is displeased with what David had done. On the other hand chapter 12 reveals God's action towards the sin of David. If we can observe the text starts by telling us that God sends ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-31

Denomination: Free Methodist

The New Israel's Shepherd-King Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 7, 2010

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In the the prophet's day the remedy for the deceptions of false shepherds was to focus on the Messiah. Focusing on Christ Jesus is also the way not to be deceived today.

ZECHARIAH 10: 1-4 THE NEW ISRAEL'S SHEPHERD-KING [Matthew 7:24-29] Chapter 10 of Zechariah's prophecy gives further blessings that will result for God's people because of their turning to their Messiah. The chapter is very closely connected to the victorious conclusion of chapter 9 and continues ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-4, Zechariah 10:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Eternal Truths In A Changing World Matthew 24:35 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 16, 2024

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In a world that is constantly changing, focus will be on Matthew 24:35, where Jesus declares, "Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear."

Eternal Truths in a Changing World Matthew 24:35 Today, we gather to reflect on the enduring truth of God's Word in a world that is constantly changing. Our focus will be on a passage from Matthew 24:35, where Jesus declares, "Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89, Matthew 24:35, Hebrews 4:12, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fooling The Magician

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 30, 2000

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We fool the magician (Satan, the master illusionist) by refusing to believe the illusion, pulling back the curtain and trusting the unseen reality.

Some of you may have seen David Copperfield perform his magic. His act includes a lot of glitzy conjuration, including: levitating himself, being sawn in two, and making things appear and disappear. Using illusion, he has carried the art to the extreme. He has “walked through” the Great Wall of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Methodist

Surviving 2020

Contributed by John Oscar on Nov 11, 2020

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Pastor John teaches on having the right mindset after the 2020 general elections

Surviving 2020 CCCAG October 8th, 2020 Scripture- John 20:19-20 Today’s message is going to be a little different. About 90% of my sermons are expository- meaning I take a scripture and focus almost entirely on that scripture, and only bring in other scriptures to highlight the truth of that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

From Saving And Managing To Redeeming Time

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Nov 15, 2000

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We tend to focus on saving and managing time, but God calls us to redeem time.

FROM SAVING AND MANAGING TO REDEEMING TIME In a lifetime the average North American will spend: Six months sitting at stoplights Eight months opening junk mail One year looking for misplaced objects 2 years unsuccessfully returning phone calls 5 years waiting in line 6 years eating 21 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16, Philippians 4:5

Denomination: Methodist

Sharpening Your Leading Edge

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 9, 2004

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Seeking counsel and a continually sharpening focus to see God’s work in your life.

Question: What are the primary objectives God has given you in this season of your life…. and what are you doing to fulfill them? This morning I want to talk about sharpening the leading edge of our lives. > I believe every one of us in this room has a unique calling… a unique part to play in God’s ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret Of Being Content In Every Situation

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 7, 2004

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It all comes down to two questions - where is your focus? And where is your trust?

Philippians 4:10-14 THE SECRET OF BEING CONTENT IN ANY AND EVERY SITUATION One day, a financial planner was preparing to meet with a new client, and as he reviewed this client’s paperwork, he became very concerned. The client came in, and the financial planner said, “Well, I’ve been reviewing ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Digging In The Couch

Contributed by Christopher Crane on Jun 18, 2004

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An Illustrated Sermon to help people focus on the reality of getting back to our "First Love."

DIGGING IN THE COUCH Revelation 2:1-7 ***For the presentation of this message, I set up my platform like a Living Room – complete with sofa, easy chairs, end and coffee tables, table lamps, nick-nacks, etc. I came in initially, as though ready to leave for church, and but unable to find my keys. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Forgotten Savior

Contributed by Ed Wrather on Dec 17, 2004

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The focus on worldly things during the Christmas season has hidden the true reason for the season.

THE FORGOTTEN SAVIOR SW11.28.04am Psalm 106:13-31 INTRO: Friday was the first shopping day after Thanksgiving and is know as “Black Friday”. 1. I’ll confess that I did go shopping yesterday in one store, a book store. (1. It was crowded but I was able to buy a bargain - If you bought two ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:13-31

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Degrees

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 22, 2007

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Sin is simply anything that takes our focus off of God. Trust your instruments.

Title: A Matter of Degrees Text: Matt 7. 13 – 14 MP: Sin is simply anything that takes our focus off of God. Trust your instruments. SO: Mainly, I want to set up my “Seven Deadly Sins” series by explaining what sin is and why we must not choose it. ------------------------------------------- He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Shall Not Steal!

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 26, 2007

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This study looks at stealing with a particular focus on modern ways in which people are guilty of this sin.

Today, we are going to discuss a topic that is straight-forward. We are going to discuss a topic that all of us can understand. We are going to look at a sin that has been around since the Garden of Eden, that being stealing. Stealing is simply taking anything that does not belong to us. It is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Keeping Your Head More Than Above Water

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on May 21, 2007

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We are not called to just exist in life but we are to thrive. The secret is to focus on Christ with Praise

PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transistion ___________________________________________________________ Ps 27:6; Lk 21:1-28 On most days, Elkhorn Creek is a narrow stream that flows placidly through southern West Virginia of McDowell and Mercer counties. But on July 8 2002, after a flash ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:6

Denomination: Baptist

Be Centered

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on May 29, 2007

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We are at our best, when we have a central focus of Jesus in our lives.

“Be Centered” “We are at our best, when we have a central focus of Jesus in our lives.” Colossians 3:1-4 Sunday Morning Sermon 05.27.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) It doesn’t take a team or a group of people very much to be successful – I’ve noticed this with our softball team, it seems we ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mastering My Mouth: Part I Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 24, 2007

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First part of this message focus’ on words that wound (from Proverbs) and the need for a changed heart.

We are continuing in our series through the book of Proverbs to seek God’s wisdom for everyday living. When I began going through Proverbs and categorizing different proverbs into various topics. The one topic which kept coming up again and again was the tongue or the mouth. There are more ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:18

Denomination: Methodist

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