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  • J Bernard Taylor avatar

    Taking Jesus Seriously

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on May 1, 2020
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    Many times when people say things to us that are hard to believe, we may reply. "are you serious?" However, Jesus was serious in everything he said.

    TAKING JESUS SERIOUSLY Introduction: Many times when people say things to us that are hard to believe, we may reply, "are you serious?" However, Jesus was serious in everything he said. I HE WAS SERIOUS IN HIS PREACHING. People in the time of Jesus would often say that he ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taking Out The Trash PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 805 views

    There is a need for spiritual cleansing within the church, removing anything that doesn't honor God.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters. I'm sure we've all had those moments when the clutter around our house becomes too much and we're compelled to do a big clean-up. Well, our spiritual house, our church, sometimes needs a good cleaning too. Oswald Chambers, a respected Christian teacher and ...read more

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    Like Lucy

    Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 4, 2011
     | 6,002 views

    It takes the church, coming together in unity, with a common vision, a common mission, relinquishing our individual rights, in order to see things happen for the Kingdom.

    In one of the Peanuts specials, Linus is reclining on the floor watching television. Lucy walks in and says to him, “Change the channel right now.” Linus says, “I was here first, why should I change the channel?” Lucy holds up her hand. She said, “You see these five ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Love Takes Work

    Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,727 views

    Love is something we have to work at. It doesn't just instantly happen. Love at first sight can often be cured with a second look! We are not meant to FALL in love with anyone. We are meant to GROW in love. Growing in love is like planting a garden, it takes a lot of hard work.

    The Bible is a book of signs and wonders. And when God did miracles through his son Jesus Christ here on earth, what it did was it made cynical people into saints. The doubters, who saw Lazarus come out of a grave, no longer doubted that Jesus Christ had the power over death. They just saw it and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Church Takes A Stand

    Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 95 ratings
     | 11,566 views

    Introduction 1.

    Introduction 1. Today we consider at one of the most crucial decisions in the history of the church of Jesus Christ. Iit took place 1950 years ago - in the year 49AD. Today we are also facing what amounts to the same crucial decision. Within the RCA and within many denominations. As we consider ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Taking The Bread And Cup

    Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 12, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 13,297 views

    A SERMON ON THE MEANING OF COMMUNION

    TAKING THE BREAD AND CUP 1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-34 SOMETIMES IT’S IMPORTANT FOR US TO LOOK TO THE REASON WHY WE CELEBRATE COMMUNION AND IT’S MEANING. IT IS A GREAT SYMBOLIC REMINDER OF THE LOVE AND GRACE OF OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST. WHAT WE REMEMBER IS THAT GOD WANTS A RELATIONSHIP WITH US AND TO HAVE ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Take A Walk With Jesus

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Oct 12, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,654 views

    When we find ourselves confused, and struggling, doubting God’s power, questioning his goodness, wondering about his faithfulness or whatever else it might be, don’t walk away from Jesus. Walk with Jesus, just like Jesus did with those followers on the road to Emmaus on Easter afternoon.

    “What do you want?” “I don’t know. What do you want?” “I’m not sure, what do you think?” “I don’t know. What do you think?” Sound familiar? Ever had a conversation like that when it comes to choosing a movie or a TV show or what to order for takeout – pizza, fish, Chinese, Mexican, Thai? “I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Taking The Narrow Road Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 24, 2009
    based on 11 ratings
     | 37,573 views

    The gate you take determines your fate, therefore keep it straight before it’s too late!

    Taking the Narrow Road Matthew 7:13-14 Rev. Brian Bill 5/24/09 “One Way” (www.worshiphousemedia.com) In 2008, The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life conducted an unusually detailed study of faith in America. According to Luis Lugo, the director of the Pew Forum, Americans “are very open. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taking Up A Cross

    Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 3, 2019
     | 5,731 views

    Just what did Jesus have in mind when He spoke of bearing a cross?

    No Crown Without A Cross Luke 9:18-26 David P. Nolte When Jesus spoke of the cross we must bear, He was not speaking about a lapel pin or bumper sticker. He was not referring to an ostentatious display. of a huge hunk of baggage on a chain or cord for a necklace. He didn’t mean a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taking Out The Trash

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 31, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,538 views

    What trash do we need to take out? (Material adapted from Percy McCray of Health, Hope and Inspiration at: https://www.healthhopeandinspiration.com/2022/07/28/dumping-toxic-waste-out-of-your-life-episode-325/)

    HoHum: Seems like I am the one taking out the trash. While growing up, told to take out the trash. After taking out the dog, the next thing I do is take out the trash. Thankful for Alex who helps me to take out the trash on a weekly basis. WBTU: Probably have seen the TV program, “Hoarders” ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Taking The First Step Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 21, 2006
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,799 views

    If we want to walk on water, we have to get out of the boat.

    Taking The First Step Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Introduction 1. Read Matt. 14:22-33 2. Illustration: The physics professor had just finished his lecture about the pendulum, wherein he had shown the mathematical proof that an untouched pendulum will always swing in ever-decreasing arcs. He then ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Take A Look At Yourself

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on May 18, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 15,648 views

    A message challenging the believer to examine himself to see if theirs is a life of liberation and transformation to the image of Christ.

    TAKE A LOOK AT YOURSELF Scripture Reference: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Introduction There is no doubt today that we are a nation of celebrations. There is everything from national celebrations carved into the fabric of the calendar that governs us to more personal and private reasons to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Taking Up The Cross PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,147 views

    Explores understanding our divine purpose, following Jesus' path, and finding strength in adversity through faith and the teachings of the Gospel.

    Good morning, dear friends. It's a pleasure to stand before you today, not as a stranger but as a fellow traveler, walking this path of faith alongside you. As we gather together in this sacred space, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a profound understanding - an understanding of our ...read more

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    Kingdom Title Deeds Series

    Contributed by Tawanda Mushariwa on Sep 8, 2012
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,991 views

    Taking legal possesion of what is yours as a Child of God

    Protocol Sermon: Kingdom title deed Text: Hebrews 11:1 amplified Now faith is the assurance (confirmation the title deed) of things hoped for, being the proof of things we do not see and the conviction of their reality (Faith perceiving as real fact what is not revealed to the senses). Theme: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Taking It To The Next Level

    Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Jan 7, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,653 views

    My first sermon of 2008, using the "Great Commission" passage to layout a strategery for the coming year.

    Intro: Status Quo is unacceptable! Seems a little odd saying that to start of a new year, isn’t it? After all, don’t we all make resolutions to start the year off? Some want to lose weight…some want to quit a bad habit. Others want to make better use of time…or maybe just try to be a better ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist