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True Conversion

Contributed by Ian Lyall on Oct 20, 2005

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Many people claim to have ’made a decision for Christ’. But are they truly converted. Their perseverance will be the test

I’m no carpenter. That’s the understatement of the year! But I understand that in carpentry there’s a term "clinching the nail". If I have it right: In rough work, a nail is driven through several boards so that the point of the nail sticks through the back. Then the workman gives a blow of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14-29

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Overcoming Evil With Good

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Oct 28, 2005

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Loving our enemy is not easy, but living out the Christian life isn’t either! This message looks at how we are to respond to evil people who do bad things to us.

It may have been King David’s lowest moment. His son Absalom was leading a revolution against him. Absalom was a charmer and had convinced many that David was too old and ineffective to lead. When Absalom stormed the city with his troops, David and his army left Jerusalem and left the palace ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Methodist

My Father's Funeral

Contributed by James May on Nov 6, 2005

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This was the message that I gave for my father (James Cline May), at his funeral. He is in a far better place but we shall miss him for a while. Rest in the arms of Jesus Dad.

My Father’s Funeral (James Cline May) Sunday, November 6, 2005 – 2:30 PM Today I want to say to all of you who have been so kind during these past few months and days, “Thank you for being there to support us through some trying times. Thank you for your prayers, visits, sympathy and caring. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Introduction To The Miracles Of Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 15, 2004

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Introduction to series on the Miracles of Jesus which also covers the Miracle of turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana.

The Miracles of Jesus Introduction to Series and Jesus’ First Miracle As we begin our study of “The Miracles of Jesus” there are a few things that we need to examine by way of introduction. What Constitutes A Miracle? “A popular but wrong, definition is to say that a ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11, Mark 4:35

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Cleanses The Leper Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Apr 20, 2004

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Sixth in a series on the miracles of Jesus, this miracle concerns the healing of a leper in the synagogue.

Miracle # 6 “Jesus Cleanses the Leper” Mark 1:40-45, Luke 5:12-15, Matthew 8:1-4 As we noted in the last lesson early on the morning after Jesus had healed Peter’s Mother-in-law and all the other sick who had been brought to Him; Jesus retired to a quiet ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45, Luke 5:12-15, Matthew 8:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Put Away Message - [divorce] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2004

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Whether single or not...it’s all about prevention. A tactful, Biblical handling of this delicate subject of the ’putting away’ of a spouse. Presented w/ compassion, mercy, and yet truth. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint.

A Put Away Message Matthew 19:3-9 / Malachi 2:11-16 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PutAway.html This is a topic often ‘put away’ by churches these days because half of their people are divorced. But I believe we should talk about it, and see what Jesus has to say about it...for the same reason. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Who Alone Is Immortal

Contributed by Harold Orndorff on May 24, 2004

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Long ago C. H. Spurgeon said that the study of God would improve, humble, and expand the mind - a thesis we will test with an examination of 1 Tim 6:13-16.

“Who Alone Is Immortal” What better way to begin my sermon than by reading from a really good one! Here is a bit of one delivered on Jan. 7, 1855: “It has been said by someone that ‘the proper study of mankind is man.’. . . but I believe it is equally true that the proper study of God’s elect is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Find God In A Godless World Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004

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The praying life overcomes the downward tug of a godless world.

Finding God in a Godless World (Directions: Part 3) James 4:7-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Review: In our previous study we explored the normal human tendency to be independent and self-reliant. Independence and self-reliance are good ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have You Lost Your Cutting Edge For The Lord?

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 12, 2001

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The young student prophet of Elisha lost his iron axe head in the Jordan River. He lost his cutting edge for the Lord, have you?

Sermon.992 See #.478 “Have You Lost Your Cutting Edge For The Lord?” Second Kings 6:1-7 This event took place in the 8th century BC. There are many people in this Bible story, but there are two main characters, an unnamed prophet student, and the prophet Elisha. You remember that Elisha had ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"We Give Up Hope On No One.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Sep 14, 2001

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Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Title: “We give up hope on no one.” 1Timothy 2: 1-7

Year C. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 23, 2001 Title: “We give up hope on no one.” 1Timothy 2: 1-7 Paul always taught sound doctrine that guides individuals, right conduct, the “is,” what is from God’s side, forms the basis for the “ought,” ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Answers For Our Excuses

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Sep 28, 2001

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A look at the excuses that Moses gave God for not accepting his call and the answers that God gave Moses to those excuses. Parralels the call of Moses with our call to evangelism and shows how Christ gives the same answers to our excuses. This sermon is v

God’s Answers for Our Excuses Exodus 3:9 –4:13 Introduction: Ex. 3:9-10 – Exodus records God’s calling of Moses to lead His people out of bondage in Egypt. Matt. 28:18-20 – Jesus also calls us to GO and lead his children out of bondage today. Not a physical slavery, but a slavery to sin. Even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Showing No Favoritism Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 30, 2006

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The church must be the one place in the world where the things which serve to classify and separate people must not be allowed.

Introduction: A. I read a story about what happened at a church one Sunday morning. 1. As the congregation began to arrive they found a dirty, old vagrant lying beside the church’s front door. 2. Some looked at him and said how awful that someone looking like that is lying outside our beautiful ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking The Resurrection Outside The Church Walls

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 30, 2006

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Easter message designed to help the church take the Good News of the resurrection to others.

Taking the Resurrection Outside the Church Walls. Various Scriptures April 16, 2006 Introduction Well, what do you know? It’s Easter. A Sunday School teacher was attempting to teach her young students the true meaning of Easter. "Why do we celebrate Easter?" she asked. When the children ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Parables Reveal About You

Contributed by Dean Shriver on Jun 1, 2006

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In the Bible Jesus says, “I came to seek and to save what was lost.” Jesus came to proclaim good news to the captives. Jesus came to reveal the truth about God. Jesus came to be light in a dark world. But what if I told you that it’s not quite as simp

September 12, 2004 WHAT PARABLES REVEAL ABOUT YOU Matthew 13:1-23 In the Bible Jesus says, “I came to seek and to save what was lost.” Jesus came to proclaim good news to the captives. Jesus came to reveal the truth about God. Jesus came to be light in a dark world. But what if I told you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Always On Top Of Anger Series

Contributed by Brian Moon on Nov 7, 2002

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Part 4 of this amazing series showing us how to deal with our emotions in a positive way. This message will show you how to be "Always on Top of Anger."

“How to Deal with the Way I Feel” part 4 (Always on Top of Anger) Brian A. Moon In the spring of 1894, the Baltimore Orioles came to Boston to play a routine baseball game. But what happened that day was anything but routine. The Orioles’ John McGraw got into a fight with the Boston third baseman. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:20, James 4:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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