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Running To Win

Contributed by Troy Bohn on Oct 18, 2000

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Heb 12:1-2 "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the j

Heb 12:1-2 "Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Narnia: Pictures In My Head

Contributed by William Peterson on Nov 29, 2005

based on 15 ratings

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Developing your testimony, using C.S. Lewis and The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe as an example

PICTURES IN MY HEAD From Webster dictionary, 1913 - Testimony (noun) A solemn declaration or affirmation made for the purpose of establishing or proving some fact. 1 Peter 3:15-16 NIV 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Truth Behind Star Wars

Contributed by Randy Croft on Nov 15, 2002

based on 49 ratings

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Star Wars, the movie, pales in comparison with the Earth Wars we’re experiencing today.

The Truth behind Star Wars by Randy Croft I was driving for work near Niagara Falls one day and spotted America’s favorite spot...Taco Bell. I drove around, found a parking spot, and walked in to order my two all bean patties, special sauce, onions, chesse, and pickles on a sesame seed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:7-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Treatment For Troubled Hearts Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 2, 2003

based on 40 ratings

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A sermon that outlines, seriusly interprets and applies the text; we all experience "troubled hearts," and the Lord offers us steps to move them toward "peaceful hearts."

Treatment for Troubled Hearts (John 14:1-31) 1. Did you ever play board games like “Shoots and Ladders” or “Gooses Wild” or even “Candyland?” You know the kind of games—your goal is to get to the finish line…. 2. John chapter 14 is outlined in a similar fashion: we begin with “troubled hearts” ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Emotional Matrix Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 29, 2003

based on 15 ratings

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If we let the Bible speak for itself, we find a God Who is often different than the God many Christians present, a God with a complicated emotional matrix.

God’s Emotional Matrix 1. The sermons over the last few weeks have really stretched us. 2. We mentioned the purpose for all creation, to glorify God. Creation does this by SHOWCASING what is special about God. 3. We cannot develop God’s special qualities, because they are already perfect. All ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:4-5, Psalm 86:15-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Priorities And Purpose Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 11, 2003

based on 54 ratings

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A look at how Jesus set His priorities in line with His purpose and how we can do the same.

7, September 2003 Dakota Community Church Priorities and Purpose Week 4: Imitate Christ Series Hebrews 12:2-3 2Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3, Luke 19:9-10

Denomination: Mennonite

"So, What Are You Waiting For?" Series

Contributed by Scott Ptak on Dec 7, 2002

based on 31 ratings

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Series of three sermons about living life with passion toward God, our families and our friends.

Stonebriar Community Church Rev.Scott Ptak Sermon Outline November 10, 2002 “So, What are you waiting for?” Introduction One of the things I’ve long realized the potential for, but have recently felt in my own life on an ever-growing scale, is my disconnection and waning passion regarding some ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, Revelation 3:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Are You Ready In Faith"

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 21, 2001

based on 156 ratings

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11th Sunday after Pentecost Ready for the coming of Jesus

Luke 12:32-40 "Are you ready in Faith" Are you a fool? Let me repeat that statement. Are you a fool? Listen to the following story, then decide if you are a fool or not. "A certain lord kept a fool or jester, in his house as a great men did in olden times for their amusement. This lord gave a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40, 1 Corinthians 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Our God Is King

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Sep 14, 2001

based on 66 ratings

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A special sermon for the Sept. 11 tragedy.

OUR GOD IS KING! By Gordan Runyan Text: Psalm 11 Summary statement: A politically incorrect look at the God who hates sin and promises to deal with it. -------------------------------------------------------- Years ago, a Christian friend introduced me to a device that allows one to read the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith In The Manger

Contributed by Robert Mcmurdock on Dec 23, 2006

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Showing us how faith operated in the lives of Mary and Joseph, and how essential it is for believers to have a similar faith in God

Faith in the Manger On this Christmas Eve Worship Service( of the year 2006), we are going to focus on the manner in which faith was demonstrated in the incarnation event of Jesus Christ. Let us first of all remember that no matter what we do for God, an attitude of faith is absolutely essential. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Holiness

Privilege Of Being Persecuted Series

Contributed by Kranthi Kumar Medida on Dec 26, 2006

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The meaning of “for theirs is the Kingdom of Heaven” in Matthew 5:3 is that they will enter into the Kingdom of Heaven. But the meaning of the same words in Matthew 5:10 is that they will rule in the Kingdom of Heaven along with Lord Jesus.

Scripture portion: Matthew 5:10-12 “BLESSED ARE THEY WHICH ARE PERSECUTED FOR RIGHTEOUSNESS SAKE: FOR THEIRS IS THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN. BLESSED ARE YE WHEN MEN SHALL REVILE YOU, AND PERSECUTE YOU, AND SHALL SAY ALL MANNER OF EVIL AGAINST YOU FALSELY, FOR MY SAKE. REJOICE AND BE EXCEEDING GLAD: FOR ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Poor Are Rich

Contributed by Peter Ghalayini on Nov 13, 2000

based on 138 ratings

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In poorness we are rich

I heard an interesting story about a self-made millionaire who was giving a talk about how he made his fortune from nothing. He spoke about how he left school at an early age and worked hard to make ends meet. He took some risks and eventually it paid off and he is where he is today because he took ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:38-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Gates Of Heaven

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Feb 24, 2008

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Jacob wrestled with issues of faith. Would he take the God of his father and grandfather to be his God? As Jacob was running from his brother Esau, God opened up to him the gates of heaven.

Introduction Look at story of Jacob’s dream- general sense/what is God saying/doing in the earth now, here at COTR. Jacob’s Dream Gen 28:10-22 Gen 28:10 (who were Abraham, Isaac, Esau?) Jacob- on a journey by himself, alone, apart from family, running for his life. Jacob- deceiver- facing the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 28:10-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Daniel Chapter 5a Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on May 30, 2008

based on 8 ratings

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The world is having one big party, but God will have the last word - the writing is on the wall

Daniel – Chapter 5a A. Chapter 5 Outline I. Belshazzar (5:1-4) a. The Party (5:1) b. The Preposterousness (5:2-3) c. The Profanity (5:4) II. The Lord (5:5-9) a. Look At The Wall (5:5) b. Look At The King (5:6-7) c. Look At The Wise Men (5:8-9) III. The Queen Mother (5:10-12) a. Her Ignorance ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Acceptance And Rejection

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 25, 2007

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We know what both acceptance and rejection feel like. What must God feel at our rejection of Him? In Jesus He turns around our rejection into His acceptance of us. We can accept our acceptance.

“He came to what was his own, and his own people did not accept him.” Do you have experience with both acceptance and rejection? I imagine you do. No one is so fortunate as to have had everything he wants, and so we have all experienced rejection. And no one is so hard-up that she has been ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

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