Sermons about Swimming Upstream

By Participating The Discipleship Of My Church Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 20, 2015

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Discipleship is the process of becoming who Jesus would be if he were I.

It is one of the most commonly used terms in the church and yet it may very well be one of the least understood concepts in all of Christianity. It is often viewed as some kind of standardized method, much like an assembly line, that is intended to keep churning out a standardized product. But ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Serve The Lord With Gladness

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 25, 2007

based on 14 ratings

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A sermon on serving the Lord with gladness from Psalm 100:2 (Outline adapted from S. Conway in Pulpit Commentary, Volume 8, Pages 355-356)

Sermon for 6/24/2007 Psalm 100 especially verse 2 Serve the Lord with Gladness Introduction: The problem here is that we come into worship in the spirit of Eeyore in Winnie the Pooh, or perhaps Telly Monster in Sesame Street: "O-o-h, I love you and worship you, but things are pretty bad, and they ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Identity By Conduct

Contributed by Patrick Mccosh on Jul 23, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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Characteristics which describe Christian behavior.

Identity by Conduct Philippians 1:27-30 I used to work for a Japanese company. I started there before they began production so I saw a lot of Japs coming in and out to set up the equipment. They were not hard to tell from the American workers. They were all probably 5’6 or under. They all had ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

Follow Me Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Sep 13, 2006

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God wants all of us to jump into Him! He wants us full throttle, diving into Him despite the fear and trusting that he is there to catch us and that it will be amazing. And He wants to use us to make a difference and be an example.

Tonight I would like to start with a movie clip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Indy and his father have been forced to help the Nazis find the Holy Grail, the cup which Jesus used at the Last Supper with His disciples. Towards the end of their adventure, Indy’s father is shot, leaving him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Keys To Overcoming Temptations

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Aug 30, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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We overcome temptation by walking in the Spirit, the Word of God, and commitment.

08/7/05 AM THREE KEYS TO OVERCOMING TEMPTATION I hate temptations. They are so hard to resist and so easy to yield to. Some of us are like children who are told not to go out the door, as they continue to go out the door, etc. When we misbehave, the Holy Spirit is screaming don’t do it, while ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

It's Time To Move Up! Series

Contributed by Jon Earls on Nov 1, 2005

based on 24 ratings

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This sermon deals with the subject of Entire Sanctification. God wants all of His followers to be Holy as He is holy. You can be - today!

To view this sermon in a better format visit jonearls.blogspot.com It’s Time to Move Up! Scripture Reading: Ephesians 4:14-32 Introduction: Tonight I would like to continue talking to you about the doctrine of entire sanctification and holiness. This evening specifically I would ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:14-32

Denomination: Holiness

Stories For Children Series

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Aug 13, 2004

based on 21 ratings

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Bible Stories for children, useing the imagination to teach children the scriptures. Origional Stories written By Rev. A.R.S.

Stories for Children. Written by Rev.A.R.Smith The Lamb, The Lion and The Bear. I want to tell you the story of a Lamb, a Lion, and a Bear. As the story goes: A small Lamb once believed that there was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:9-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Easter Gives Hope For Your Life Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on May 27, 2005

based on 25 ratings

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Some people go through Easter like "Jesus died and rose -- so what?" Today, I want to give you the HOPE that comes with knowing the SO WHAT... *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. How Easter Gives Hope For Your Life What does Easter mean? <ILLUS> A friend who asked me during my dad’s sermon “What is “the Resurrection?” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4

Denomination: Holiness

Youth Exploring Their Potential Series

Contributed by Duran Johnson on Mar 10, 2003

based on 514 ratings

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The first in a series of messages aimed at encouraging youth to be all that they can be by leveraging the power given to them through the Holy Spirit.

"Now to him who is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that you can ask or think according to the power that works within you." (Ephesians 3:20) Introduction The theme for this workshop is “Youth Exploring Their Potential Through Prayer, Faith and Singing The Praise”. Each night, we will ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20

Denomination: Baptist

#3spin A Web Answers Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 28, 2002

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We close the spin the web series with a heavy conclusion of loved ones going to hell.

#3 Spinning a web to catch the lost: ANSWERS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We must develop a system to bring others to the Lord. Part 3 of 3. TEXT: Text: Prov. 11:30 The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life: and he that WINNETH souls is wise. Jude 1: 22. And some having ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:30, Jude 1:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming In A Give Up World

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jul 16, 2001

based on 25 ratings

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WE CAN OVERCOME THE ENEMY OF OUR SOUL BY FOCUSING ON CHRIST ALONE!

OVERCOMING IN A GIVE UP WORLD REVELATION 12: 1-17 JULY 15, 2001 INTRODUCTION: Two frogs fell into a deep cream bowl, The one was wise, and a cheery soul. The other one took a gloomy view and bade his friend a sad adieu. Said the other frog with a merry grin, “I can’t get out, but I won’t give ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

We Have This Treasure

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 19, 2004

based on 74 ratings

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Believers should understand the incredible treasure that has placed in their hands--the gospel and the thrill of sharing it in ministry,

We Have This Treasure 2 Cor 4:1-7 1 Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Cracked Pots? God's Plan

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 15, 2014

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God has a plan and we do not have to wait until we have perfect conditions to begin. Try, and try again.

I AM A CRACKED POT? THIS SEEMS IMPOSSIBLE TO ME? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isaiah 43:2 When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Discouragement (Revised)

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Dec 11, 2009

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When discouragement comes we have an encouraging word to get us moving again.

Overcoming Discouragement Prairie Baptist Church – 12/13/09 P.M. Service Text: Nehemiah 4:10-23 Key verse: Nehemiah 4:20 - In what place therefore ye hear the sound of the trumpet, resort ye thither unto us: our God shall fight for us. Premise: When discouragement comes we have an encouraging ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Impossible!

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Dec 31, 2009

based on 16 ratings

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What is impossible with men is possible with God! Start your first step into your miracle!

Introduction: Many Hollywood enthusiasts and aficionados watched the series of the movie, "Mission Impossible!" Count me one of them. I love the scenes where Tom Cruise would accomplish a seemingly impossible mission. Incredible feat! Those TV and movie series made millions, I believe. There ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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