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  • Mitch Davis avatar

    Making A Name For Ourselves

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jul 10, 2007
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    It is natural, when living in the flesh, for people to want to make a name for themselves. We want to “stand out” among our peers: academically, socially, behaviorally, athletically, etc. Christianity, however, teaches just the opposite.

    Making a Name for Ourselves Theme: Whose name are we trying to promote: ours, or God’s? INTRODUCTION A. It is natural, when living in the flesh, for people to want to make a name for themselves. 1. We want to “stand out” among our peers: academically, socially, behaviorally, athletically, etc. 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Imitating Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
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    Seeing selfish ambition, vain conceit, discord, from persecution, Paul called on the church to “conduct themselves in a manner worthy” of their calling and not "of" the world. Just as Christ sacrificed Himself for the sake of others, we also are to offer

    INTRODUCTION A. LIFE TODAY IS NOT WHAT CHRIST INTENDED 1. We live in a “dog eat dog” world. 2. “SELF” rules We may view ourselves as did the Pharisee depicted by Jesus who prayed, “God, I thank Thee that I am not like other people: swindlers, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax-gatherer. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Smith avatar

    A "Drink Offering" Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
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    Paul explained that our development, our mindset, our attitude in life, should model that as of Christ Jesus Himself. We must be like that of a “DRINK OFFERING”, a life that is so consumed by Christ that others do NOT SEE OURSELF, BUT INSTEAD they see JE

    INTRODUCTION Paul began chapter 2 calling for the church to have an attitude of humility and cooperation standing together during a time of persecution. Last week, Paul explained that our development, our mindset, our attitude in life, should model that as of Christ Jesus Himself. Today, he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Smith avatar

    The Needs Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007
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    Showing the example of Timothy & Epaphroditus, Paul taught that our desire should be to perform the "needs of Christ" and not that of ourself.

    INTRODUCTION A. Thus far, as SERVANTS, wou were charged with having the mind of Christ” 1. Vs. 1-4 described how the believer should Live in Humility. Vs. 5 2. Vs. 6-11 described the Example of Christ himself. - Set His Equality with God aside - From the highest to the lowest - in appearance (in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Humble Spirit Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007
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    There seems to be a test for everything. Disease, knowledge, IQ. What’s your HQ (humility quotient)? In Paul’s introduction to the Roman believers he shows humility in his spiritual service. (Read verse) Paul did not have solely a one-way blessing in mind

    A Humble Spirit There seems to be a test for everything. Disease, knowledge, IQ. What’s your HQ (humility quotient)? In Paul’s introduction to the Roman believers he shows humility in his spiritual service. (Read verse) Paul did not have solely a one-way blessing in mind. Although highly gifted ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Be Submissive

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 5, 2007
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    A Biblical lesson on how being submissive in heart, mind and spirit can be very liberating.

    WE NEED BOUNDARIES! BECAUSE OF OUR SIN NATURE WE DON’T DO WELL TO GO BY ALL THE RULES. IT IS HUMAN NATURE TO WANT THINGS THE WAY WE WANT THEM AND DO THINGS THE WAY WE THINK THINGS SHOULD BE DONE. HUMAN NATURE HAS NEVER BEEN ONE TO PROMOTE RULES AND REGULATIONS. OUR SIN NATURE HAS ALWAYS BEEN AT ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Playing Second Fiddle

    Contributed by Juan Smith on Jun 23, 2005
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    Allowing ourselves to take second place the only one who should be in first place - Jesus

    "Playing Second Fiddle" Readings: John 1:29-42, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Introduction • What’s wrong with second place? • First place is worth fighting for, isn’t it? Don’t we want our kids to be all they can be? To be the best, achieve the most, get the highest marks, get into the best schools, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Barbarians, Sythians And Other Dead People (Or "Get Over Yourself")

    Contributed by Matthew Bushnell on Nov 29, 2006
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    A sermon based on Colossians 3:5-10 challengeing personal agendas. (Preached as a very first sermon at the commencement of a new church ministry).

    Barbarians, Sythians, and other dead People Personal Intro – Thank you for the welcome my family and I have received from many of you. I have had opportunity to meet a lot of people and learn names. That will take some time and I thank you for your patience as we get to know each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    You Are No Accident Series

    Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 10, 2008
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    Realize your significance in God’s story.

    YOU ARE NO ACCIDENT Exodus 2.1-25 S: God’s Plan C: Following God’s Call Th: Movin’ On Up! Pr: REALIZE YOUR SIGNIFICANCE IN GOD’S STORY. Type: Inductive I. DELIVERED II. PREPARED III. FIRED IV. HUMBLED PA: How is the change to be observed? • Realize that you are an unfinished work • Don’t take ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Primero Mi Vigas Series

    Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Oct 20, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,775 views

    Primero mis vigas, luego sus pajas.

    Primero mis vigas Intro: Unos estudiosos del comportamiento humano realizaron en alguna ocasión un experimento sencillo. Le pidieron a un grupo de personas que describieran algún episodio de sus vidas en las que hubieran lastimado a alguien, y otro en el que ellos hubieran resultados lastimados. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Servant Or Celebrity? Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 1, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,764 views

    What were the disciples arguing about? Who would get to wash the others feet? Who would clean the ancient toilets? No, they were arguing over who would be the greatest. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Servant or Celebrity? Matthew 18:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org.sermons/ServantCelebrity.html The church is people, and so it is natural that most problems in the church are between people. And most problems involving people are the result of one of these 3 things: miscommunication, wounded pride, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • West Garner avatar

    Don't Blame Me! Series

    Contributed by West Garner on Aug 31, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 9,538 views

    There are signs written not on metal or plastic but on the very surface of our culture. If we observe them we can learn a great deal about the age in which we live. The third sign in our series says, Don’t Blame Me! Our culture is obessed by placing bla

    INTRODUCTION Welcome to Memorial!!! I have with me today a pointer. I am going to use it today because I have always thought it was cool when the teacher would point to things on the board. You know a pointer is interesting because when the teacher wants you to look at something she directs your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    The Blessings Of Last Place Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 3, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,632 views

    We live in a society obsessed with being number one, while following Jesus who calls us to humble, faithful service. To meet the challenge of Jesus’ call, we must start at the foot of the cross.

    Luke 14:1, 7-14 “The Blessings of Last Place” INTRODUCTION This week a 41 year-old father was indicted on drug charges. He was pumping steroids into his 13 year-old son, who was competing for a place on the Olympic staking team. The father wanted his son to be number 1. Controversy has ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 20, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,131 views

    The poor in spirit understands that they are bankrupt before God. They have nothing to offer, nothing to plead, nothing with which to buy the favour of heaven. When we understand that, God can use us in a great way.

    The Beatitudes describe what every Christian ought to be. • Jesus says these are those who are truly blessed. • And He expects us to manifest these traits. • None of these traits are natural human tendencies; it is what we can become by the grace of God. • They are attainable and achievable ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Don Jones avatar

    The Cure For Arrogance Series

    Contributed by Don Jones on Sep 26, 2007
    based on 27 ratings
     | 10,492 views

    Arrogance appears in our lives when we judge others and plan without God. The solution is found in the Lord.

    The Cure for Arrogance James 4:11-17 Introduction James presents a problem everyone has, arrogance, also called pride. It is a real problem when it is found in the church. Evidently it was a problem in the church at Jerusalem and at times is a problem in every church. When I played the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist