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"Entertaining Angels…and Other Strangers”

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 7, 2002

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Hospitality--Biblical instruction, Biblical examples, and how this relates to us today.

“Entertaining Angels…and Other Strangers” -a sermon on hospitality Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Introduction: We read in the Nativity story, “…there was no room for them at the inn.” Those are familiar words, but this is not a Christmas message. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10, 3 John 1:1-8

Denomination: Congregational

A Prelude To Messiah's Coming Series

Contributed by Philip Makari on Jan 17, 2001

based on 110 ratings

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This Advent sermon is proclaimed to the church as a reminder of the urgency of preparing for Christ’s return.

A PRELUDE TO MESSAIAH’S COMING Text: Matthew 3:1-3 Introduction: Many good things in life depend largely on our careful planning and preparation for them. If you don’t want anything big to happen don’t do anything. If you want to fail in any task, be passive toward it. If you want things to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Heaven's Glory"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 22, 2002

based on 225 ratings

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Heaven seems to us like an abstract concept, yet it’s a real, substantive place. If we’re uncomfortable here on earth, it’s because we’re not home yet.

“Heaven’s Glory” Revelation 21:1-7, 27 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A wealthy Christian was preoccupied with the idea of bringing some of his riches to Heaven. He knew the Bible clearly teaches that you can’t take it with you. Nonetheless, he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 27, 2002

based on 84 ratings

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Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11 Paul wrote, "Since then we know what it is to fear the Lord, we try to persuade men." We need to be more effective persuaders in a day when many are skeptical about the truth of Jesus Christ

Ten Persuasion Tips - 2 Cor. 5:11 Introduction: People are more likely to change their opinions if you state your beliefs than if you let the audience draw their own conclusions. * Pleasant forms of distraction can increase the effectiveness of a persuasive appeal. * Information, by itself, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Yield Your Rights To God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2002

based on 54 ratings

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How to Yield Your Rights to God Without Neglecting Key Responsibilities - 2 Cor. 10:4,5

How to Yield Your Rights to God Without Neglecting Key Responsibilities - 2 Cor. 10:4,5 Some people make the mistake of thinking that when they yield their rights to God they absolve themselves from all personal responsibilities. When we yield our rights to the Lord we must be careful to not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

M.v.p.

Contributed by Royce Hendry on Feb 5, 2002

based on 105 ratings

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On this Palm Sunday, let’s emulate the qualities seen in this donkey, ’the most valuable player’ in the story, and let’s have revival.

Matt.21:1-11 M.V.P. INTRO: If Jesus had of entered into one of our modern cities, leading the parade, He would have been arrested immediately. He would be a wanted man. The FDA would want Him for turning water into wine without a license; the EPA for killing fig trees; the AMA for practicing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

based on 7 ratings

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Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16 Encourager - (Exhortative Gifts) - This counselor is gifted in coming up with practical applications for counseling problems. Emphasizing wisdom more than the understanding of knowledge, this counselor is not hesitant to use a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Are We Here? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Jul 5, 2001

based on 78 ratings

| 14,953 views

This is the fourth sermon in a series of messages entitled, "The Basic Questions of Life."

We are nearing the end of a series of messages called, "The Basic Questions of Life." This series has examined some of the basic questions most folks ask at some point in their lives. Questions such as: "Is there a God?" "Is the Bible reliable and true?" "How did we get here?" And the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:27

Denomination: Baptist

Worthy Visions For A Bible-Believing Church

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 12, 2004

based on 79 ratings

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Visions are an important part of Bible history and have a clearly defined future for the people of God.

WORTHY VISIONS FOR A BIBLE-BELIEVING CHURCH “Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he who keeps the law, happy is he.” Proverbs 29:18 We will use this definition of vision: “envisioning the future with hope”. Visions are an important part of Bible history and have a clearly defined ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

A Total Disregard For God

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 23, 2004

based on 97 ratings

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Christ used the kingdom parables to illustrate and teach spiritual truths. Each of these parables can be applied at times to several aspects of life and faith in the kingdom. In this parabale notice the total disregard for God.

A TOTAL DISREGARD FOR GOD MATTHEW 22:1-14 Introduction: Christ used the kingdom parables to illustrate and teach spiritual truths. Each of these parables can be applied at times to several aspects of life and faith in the kingdom. As we consider the parable in our text, I want you to notice the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14, Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sheep Need Shepherds

Contributed by Warren Curry on Sep 21, 2004

based on 17 ratings

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We need elders who are willing to stand up and speak the truth when the truth is needed. Men who aren’t worried about their image, but concerned about the direction of the church. Men who are looking to build up the body and not themselves.

Sheep Need Shepherds (Church Elders Needed) Introduction: Two weeks ago = Jesus, Lord & Savior, perfect leader Last week = 12 apostles, ordinary men, unqualified leaders This week, according to the title of the sermon, Sheep Need Shepherds, we will look at the need that we as a church have, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sanctity Of Marriage

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 17, 2004

based on 74 ratings

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How does the Bible define marriage? Why did God institute marriage in the first place? It must be clear from the outset that our final authoritative standard for our lives is the Word of God. God’s standards do not change.

THE SANCTITY OF MARRIAGE MATTHEW 19:4-6 INTRODUCTION: This coming week Congress is slated to vote on a Federal Amendment defining marriage. There are those who want to establish a traditional definition of marriage. Others oppose any traditional definition and are seeking to redefine marriage. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Mother Of Great Faith

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Feb 17, 2006

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A Christian Mother needs "great faith" in order to make her a good mother.

Matthew 15:21-28 (Mk. 7:24-30) A Mother of Great Faith Intro: Today we come together not only to celebrate the Lord’s Day, but also to honor someone very important to all of us – mother’s. The Bible is full of stories of women, who were mothers. Many of them seemed to be good mothers, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

It Takes One To Know One

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 8, 2005

based on 21 ratings

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The very thing that stands out to us about everybody else is probably what’s wrong with us

It Takes One To Know One Scripture Reference: Luke 18: 9 - 14 (KJV) Luke 18:9 And he spake this parable unto certain which trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: 10 Two men went up into the temple to pray; the one a Pharisee, and the other a publican. 11 The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope For The Hopeless

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

based on 47 ratings

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When we have God, there is always hope

INTRO: While hunting, Larry and Elmer got lost in the woods. Trying to reassure his friend, Larry said, "Don’t worry. All we have to do is shoot into the air three times, stay where we are, and someone will find us." They shot in the air three times, but no one came. After a while, they tried ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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