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Profit, A Means, Not An End Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 26, 2009

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The attitude of a child is the attitude of knowing you are incomplete, and need to grow, to change, to take the risk to be wrong.

September 28, 2009 Caritas in Veritate The emphasis Jesus constantly puts on being childlike puzzled me until I read Carol Dweck’s great book Mindset. A child knows–perhaps without being able to articulate it–that she needs to change, learn and grow. A child knows his own incompleteness. As we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-50

Denomination: Catholic

Faith Should Be Spelled R-I-S-K

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jul 29, 2015

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For the Christian, Faith is not spelled "F-A-I-T-H" it is spelled "R-I-S-K." If something is not a risk, then it really does not require Faith. Updated March 2021.

A single traveler... had hiked for many miles ... across the desert ... His water supply was gone, ...and he knew .... if he did not find water soon... he would surely die. In the distance ... he saw what looked like... an abandoned cabin, ....and when he arrived......he discovered an old rusty ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12, Hebrews 11:6, Hebrews 11:1, Acts 4:12, James 2:18, John 6:24-35 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Lord Don't You Care?

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 21, 2018

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Title is not original. Some thoughts from Rev. Ken Klaas, and others with quotes from Leonard Sweet "Aqua Church" on risk taking for a church to change and grow. This sermon is about who we trust in the "storms of life". Does God really care? Yes.

In Jesus Holy Name June 24, 2018 Text: Mark 4:35-41 Pentecost V Redeemer “Lord Don’t You Care?” (read the text) Our story takes place on the Sea of Galilee. The story begins with Jesus having put in a long day of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanksgiving Makes A Difference.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 21, 2024

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Will we listen? Listening can make a difference. Heed the message.

THANKSGIVING MAKES THE DIFFERENCE. VS CHAOS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) JENNY THE ASCOT CAT WAS THE “TITANIC CAT” THAT FORESAW THE UNSINKABLE TITANIC. The Titanic was leaving England for New York. Jenny was on the Titanic to help fight ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:22, Matthew 11:15, Proverbs 20:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Effects Of Faith Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Mar 7, 2007

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God has always blessed men and women of faith. He still does today. However, God will take a people and His church as far as their faith will take them.

THE EFFECTS OF FAITH A. FEAR is certainly prevalent in our society. 1. Saturday, a week ago, our nation marked the third anniversary of 9/11. a. Although we heard the word "TERRORISM" in newscasts and read about in newspapers, it was something that did not affect America only other ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking Refuge In God

Contributed by Todd Riley on Dec 5, 2000

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An exposition of Psalm 16

Islington Baptist Church December 3, 2000 Psalm 16 Scriptures: Acts 2, Psalm 73 READ PSALM 16 I. THERE IS ONE TO WHOM WE CAN CALL FOR HELP v.1 It is with great joy that I say to you that there is one to whom we can go to for help, strength, comfort, courage, wisdom, and guidance. No ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What It Takes To Be A Star?

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 29, 2001

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Paul tells the Philippians to shine like stars and his message is the same for us today. this is a brief inductive message

What it Takes to Be a Star Philippians 2.12-18 November 23, 1997 Morning Service 1. Stars in people A. Movie: C. Eastwood, J. Wayne, K. Costner, J. Roberts, Princess Diana B. Music: G. Brooks, A. Grant, B. Joel C. Sports: Basket - M. Jordan, Football - D. Marino, B. Favre, Hockey - Gretzgy, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Church Of God

It Only Takes A Few

Contributed by Michael Hensley on Sep 22, 2001

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Two small groups turned the world upside down. Compares Paul and Silas and the hijackers of the Attack on America. Speaks of motive.

Making a BIG difference is not as unlikely as it may seem. We have before us, today, two examples of small groups that turned the world upside down. The first group: The hijackers. 19 hijackers have turned the world upside down. (Think about that number, only 19!)  Less people than it ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:6

Denomination: Baptist

Taking A Self-Inventory

Contributed by Ronald Fair on Apr 2, 2001

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How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own weaknesses. Here are some simple steps in taking a self inventory

TAKING A SELF-INVENTORY Is the Fruit of the Spirit developing in my life? How do we know if the fruit of the Spirit is developing in our lives? I ask this question because nothing ever changes in our lives unless we have a sense of need or even desperation. Many of us are blind to our own ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 15:8

Denomination: Methodist

It Only Takes One Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Sep 27, 2004

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This series is based on A. M. Hills book "Holiness in the Book of Romans."

Do you remember “that kid” in school who always messed things up for everyone else? One spit wad and the whole class was in trouble. One person can ruin a good thing for everyone. Read Romans 5:12-21. * Messed up for EVERYONE This is a bad news/good news situation. Paul is saying, “Hey I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

Taking Care Of Business

Contributed by Frank Lay on Nov 15, 2004

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Jesus told this story to establish the fact that there would be a period of time before the kingdom would be restored. The king would go away, and then one day he would return and set up the kingdom.

TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS Luke 19:11-27 As we soon begin to focus on the Christmas season and the coming of Jesus Christ into the world over 2000 years ago, I want us to focus on the fact that our Lord Jesus will some day come again. He came the first time according to the promises of the Old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

"Taking The Initiative To Reconcile" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Nov 16, 2004

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Whose responsibility is it if reconciliation is to happen?

Last time we spoke of the role of forgiveness in reconciliation. We said that without forgiveness, reconciliation is not possible. For reconciliation results with the offended person forgives and the offending person repents. Forgiveness + Repentance = Reconciliation Our reconciliation with God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Taking A Stand For The Gospel Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 6, 2006

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We must be courageous in standing firm for our faith!

Date Written: April 18, 2006 Date Preached: April 19, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (Wed - PM Service) Sermon Details: Series Title: Basic Bible Studies Sermon Title: Taking a stand for the Gospel Sermon Text: Acts 14:1-7 Introduction: I want to ask you a question tonight… is it important for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-7, Acts 14:8-28

Denomination: Baptist

Take Me To The Rock

Contributed by Tr Precht on Sep 12, 2006

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We need to fall upon the Rock that is Christ Jesus

And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. (Mat 16:18) Jesus saith unto them, Did ye never read in the scriptures, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Apostolic

Giving And Taking Honor Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 3, 2006

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Honor: comprises the reputation, self-perception or moral identity of an individual or of a group. Webster’s says it has three parts: reputation, recognition, and privilege. Reputation is the opinion of other people have of you. Recognition is what they s

Honor: comprises the reputation, self-perception or moral identity of an individual or of a group. Webster’s says it has three parts: reputation, recognition, and privilege. Reputation is the opinion of other people have of you. Recognition is what they say about you because of that opinion, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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