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Mundane Ministry/Seismic Significance Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 16, 2008

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Sermon #2 in My favorite disciplines series deals with mundane ministries, the discipline of holding one’s tongue, and apropriate smallness (original ideas from John Ortberg’s book, The Life you always Wanted) (Luke 9:45-48)

#2 in the My Favorite Disciplines Mundane Ministry / Seismic Significance Luke 9:45-48 CHCC: December 14, 2008 INTRODUCTION: Last week I talked about one of my Favorite Disciplines – Celebration. In our Pueblo Group we studied a book by John Ortberg about Spiritual Disciplines --- and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:45-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Knew The Price Of The Trip

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 12, 2008

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This is a sermon for Palm Sunday. It shows that Jesus was not the earthly king they expected, but the Godly King they could not accept. http://www.sermonlist.com

TODAY WE ARE GOING TO TALK ABOUT · People going on trips WHEN SOME PEOPLE TRAVEL · They get to the motel · And unpack everything · And put them in the drawers AND WHEN THEY GET READY TO LEAVE · They have to pack it all up again · They say that while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:36-38

Denomination: *other

Harvest Time

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 7, 2010

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It's Harvest time...ready, reapers, rewards

Harvest Time John 4:34-38 INTRODUCTION A. A chapter of surprises. 1. In verse 9 we see a woman surprised that Jesus would talk to her. a. More people should feel that way today…Unfortunately they don’t. b. A woman surprised that Jesus knew all about her. c. One of the most amazing ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34-38

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Believe That?

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 27, 2025

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Jesus is ready to work powerfully in every believer’s life. Faith welcomes His presence and purpose. Unbelief closes the door on His miracles.

There’s a strange thing happening in our world today. People have no trouble believing in the unbelievable…but when it comes to believing in God, suddenly we need proof, evidence, and footnotes. Surveys show large numbers of people believe in ghosts, UFOs, and reincarnation. Some even believe in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6, Mark 9:24, Hebrews 11:6, James 2:17, Ephesians 3:20 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Birth Of Christ Part 1

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Feb 11, 2004

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A look at where we get the "Christmas Story," giving specific Bible references.

If a non-Christian were to approach you and say, “Which gospel contains the entire Christmas Story?” Would you be able to tell them? We get most of our information about the birth of Jesus from two gospels, Matthew and Luke. And neither gives us all the details of the familiar birth of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Turning Up The Heat

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 26, 2002

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How to fan the smoldering embers into passionate flames in any relationship.

13, January 2002 Dakota Community Church Turning Up The Heat Introduction: This week I want to talk about how to go from smoldering embers to roaring flames of passion. These will work in any relationship, with God or with your spouse. Five ways to turn up the fire of passion: Mark 1:35 35Very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:2-3, Mark 1:34-35

Denomination: Mennonite

Religion And Politics

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Sep 6, 2005

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Sometimes Christians suffer because of their faith, but God is able to deliver and make it right.

Religion and Politics Acts 12:5 INTRO.: A man once said "I guess no one should talk about religion or politics." I informed him I disagreed since my livelihood involved talking about religion. When he discovered I was a preacher, he proceeded to fill me in on why he didn’t attend church. I had ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Giving To Church Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Oct 20, 2009

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Giving is a challenge and a privilege. God offers us a way to be among the blessed as we give in response to God’s grace through our congregation.

Acts 4:32-27 “Giving to Church” INTRODUCTION During the month of October, we are hearing stories of how our brothers and sisters in Christ have discovered the joy and blessings of giving. Shelley Krispin, Carol Baker and now Steve and Deb Weber have shared their journeys. They have seen ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Finding God In Narnia: Meet The Cast – Father Christmas Series

Contributed by Marty Boller on Dec 7, 2005

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#7 of 8 Narnia teachings. Geared to help you draw out and apply the powerful scriptural truths found in C.S. Lewis’ classic: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.

The Lion, the Witch & The Wardrobe…CS Lewis’ classic is a story about an imaginary land called NARNIA. Narnia is a beautiful, magnificent world where it’s WINTER BUT NEVER CHRISTMAS. Can you just imagine what winter in the Midwest would be like with NO CHRISTMAS??? Can you just imagine??? - no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unexpected And Expecting Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Dec 26, 2018

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The Holy Spirit works quietly within us, bringing new things into being

Unexpected and Expecting Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. I had the good fortune of attending a baby shower a week ago. Baby showers are joyous occasions. Everyone celebrates the advent of this little one soon to enter our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Lutheran

A Model Of Being Prepared Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2019

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This is the 8th sermon in the 1 Thessalonians series, "Encouragement". Are you prepared for the end?

Series: Encouragement [#8] A MODEL OF BEING PREPARED 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction: As I preached about the Rapture last week, I didn’t say much about what I believe happens next. I believe that once all of the Christians are raptured out of here, the 7 years of Tribulation will begin. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Happens When A Church Prays Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 9, 2004

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When faced with a crisis, prayer was the New Testament church’s first impulse not its last resort.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN A CHURCH PRAYS Acts 12:1-24 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Acts is the story of the church from birth to powerhouse. Dr. Luke records how a handful of frightened believers rocked the mighty Roman Empire. If Acts is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Overwhelming Good

Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 28, 2011

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EOLS: The greatest weapon the Lord gives us against overwhelming evil is the passion and conviction for overwhelming good.

Overcoming Good Rom 12:9-21 (9) Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. (10) Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. (11) Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. (12) Rejoice in hope, be patient in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Methodist

Test 9: Affliction Test, Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 12, 2008

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This sermon looks at the second key to passing the affliction test--the corporate key.

1. Corporate confession 2. Corporate prayer I saw a sports headline a couple of weeks ago that really surprised me. It turns out that one of the freshmen for the University of Tennessee’s football team got into some trouble with the law. That’s not really the surprising part. It seems that ...read more

Scripture: James 5:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Satanic Prison

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Oct 16, 2005

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The enemy and his agents ensnare and imprison people, including Christians, Jesus sets people free from all forms of captivity.

The Bible reveals that the ministry of Jesus Christ is diametrically opposed to that of the devil and his agents. While the enemy and his agents ensnare and imprison people, including Christians, Jesus sets people free from all forms of captivity. This message is filled with the power to break ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

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