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    God's Purpose

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 10, 2004
    based on 164 ratings
     | 9,767 views

    We all need to discern God’s purpose for our lives.

    INTRO.- Eph. 5:17 “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” We all need to understand the Lord’s will or the Lord’s purpose for our lives. If we claim to believe in God the creator and Christ the Savior we must seek to understand their will/purpose for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Coming Of The End

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 130 ratings
     | 44,585 views

    Jesus talks about several things that we need to be aware of before the end comes. 1- There will be worldwide chaos 2- There will be hatred of people 3- There will be false leaders 4- There will be much wickedness 5- There will be much preaching

    INTRO.- ILL.- A girl said, “My mother and I returned to my parents’ house late one evening to find my father, my college-age brother, Steven, and my ten-year-old sister fast asleep. “Mom had forgotten her house keys, so we knocked loudly, first at the back door and then the front and side doors. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Back To School

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 11, 2003
    based on 160 ratings
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    Practicial advise for youth going back to school.

    INTRO.- Children are wonderful. How dull life would be without them! And remember we were once children too! ILL.- Teacher to student, “What are you – animal, vegetable or mineral?” The boy replied, “Vegetable. I’M A HUMAN BEAN.” ILL.- It was the little girl’s first day at school and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What's Your Cause?

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 6,414 views

    Everyone has a cause, which they promote.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A small church in the hills of Tennessee struck oil on its parking lot. It was a gusher and money was coming in so fast that the finance committee didn’t know what to do with it. The committee called a special congregational meeting of the 40 church members asked them what to do ...read more

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    Old Time Gospel Beliefs

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 21, 2001
    based on 67 ratings
     | 7,706 views

    Old time gospel beliefs are never out of date with the Lord.

    OLD TIME GOSPEL BELIEFS INTRO.- ILL.- Someone wrote, “You’re over the hill when...” - You find yourself beginning to like accordion music. - You’re sitting on a park bench and a Boy Scout comes up and helps you cross your legs. - Lawn care has become a big highlight of your life. - You’re ...read more

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    The Mind That Matters

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 1, 2003
    based on 194 ratings
     | 16,783 views

    The mind that matters is the mind of Christ, the mind of God, and the mind of man.

    INTRO.- ILL.- A man named Al Smith was a presidential candidate in 1928. Surely you remember him? Al Smith was making a speech when a heckler in the audience yelled, “Tell ‘em what’s on your mind, Al. It won’t take long.” Smith grinned, pointed at the man and shouted back, “Stand up, partner, ...read more

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    Life Is Like Going To School

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 16, 2004
    based on 234 ratings
     | 23,232 views

    Life is like going to school. 1- We go to school to learn. 2- We have many teachers. 3- We hope to graduate.

    INTRO.- You are slow to learn. Some of us are slow learners, but learn we must. Life is a learning process. School is a matter of learning. ILL.- Pete walked up to his teacher’s desk, holding a report card with a big red F. He said, "If I were you I would change this while you still can." ...read more

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    Praise Only

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 25, 2002
    based on 186 ratings
     | 13,178 views

    There are times when we should "praise only" in our prayers.

    INTRO.- Listen to the prayers of some children. ILL.- Dear God: Please send a new baby for Mommy. The new baby you sent last week cries too much. Debbie, 7 - Dear God: This is my prayer. Could you please give my brother some brains? So far he doesn’t have any. Angela, 8 - Dear God: Please ...read more

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    An Unusual Conversion

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 19, 2007
    based on 98 ratings
     | 20,403 views

    In our text, let’s take a look at Saul, the kind of man he was and how he came to accept Christ. Saul was: 1- A mean man 2- A humbled man 3- A new man 4- A preaching man

    INTRO.- Did ever have a conversion experience? That is, being converted from the Cubs to the Cardinals? Or from Ford to Chevrolet? Or from McDonald’s to Burger King? Etc. ILL.- After moving here over four years ago, I started visiting Brother Elmer Schilly, who at that time was in the nursing ...read more

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    Have Mercy On Me, O God Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 7, 2012
    based on 457 ratings
     | 72,032 views

    David’s prayer of repentance after he committed adultery with Bathsheba. 1- A prayer of confession 2- A prayer of concession 3- A prayer of cleansing 4- A prayer of commitment

    INTRO.- ILL.- Sometimes women are overly suspicious of their husbands. When Adam stayed out very late for a few nights, Eve became upset. "You’re running around with other women," she charged. "You’re being unreasonable," Adam responded. "You’re the only woman on earth." The quarrel continued ...read more

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    Unjust Suffering Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2009
    based on 54 ratings
     | 16,589 views

    In our text, Peter spells out the good and the bad of unjust suffering. 1- Unjust suffering is conferred on all 2- Unjust suffering is commended by God 3- Unjust suffering is Christ-likeness

    INTRO.- ILL.- An 84 year old man went to the doctor for a physical. A few days later the doctor saw him walking down the street with a gorgeous young woman on his arm. The next time the doctor saw him he asked how he was doing. "Great," said the old guy. "I did just what you told me. ’Get a ...read more

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    Good Conquers Evil

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 4, 2007
    based on 69 ratings
     | 8,327 views

    In our text, let’s consider the procedure of how good conquered evil. 1- Philip preached - that’s the good 2- Simon boasted - that’s the bad 3- People believed - that’s the good 4- Simon backslid - that’s the bad 5- Peter warned - that’s the good

    INTRO.- ILL.- In Florida, an atheist became incensed over the preparation for Easter and Passover holidays and decided to contact the local ACLU about the discrimination inflicted on atheists by the constant celebrations afforded to Christians and Jews with all their holidays while the atheists had ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Wisdom Is Calling. Are We Listening? Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 6, 2015
    based on 68 ratings
     | 38,217 views

    Our text reveals much about wisdom; what it is and from where it comes. 1- Wisdom calls from along life’s way 2- Wisdom speaks trustworthy things 3- Wisdom fears the Lord 4- Wisdom produces good fruit

    INTRO.- Normally we think that wisdom comes with age, but not always. Sometimes it comes from the mouths of children. · Patrick, age 10, said, “Never trust a dog to watch your food.” · Michael, 14, said, “When your dad is mad and asks you, "Do I look stupid?" don’t answer ...read more

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    God's Judgment Versus God's Kindness Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 16, 2013
    based on 85 ratings
     | 23,275 views

    The two sides of God.

    INTRO.- Judgment versus kindness? Whether we like to admit it or not, it appears there are two sides to God. He has times when He becomes angry at mankind and times when He demonstrates extreme kindness. Genesis 6:5-8 5 The Lord saw how great man’s wickedness on the earth had become, and ...read more

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    Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 1, 2009
    based on 104 ratings
     | 25,970 views

    Our text tells us exactly what is important about fixing our eyes on Jesus. It’s because of who He is and what He did. 1- Jesus is the author 2- Jesus is the savior 3- Jesus is the victor

    INTRO.- Let us run the race. ILL.- A man decided to take up jogging. He was astounded by the wide selection of jogging shoes available at the local sports shoe store. While trying on a basic pair of jogging shoe, he noticed a minor feature and asked the clerk: "What is this little pocket thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ