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Free To Fail

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Feb 27, 2010

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Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of Repre

FREE TO FAIL Matthew 25:24-25; Philippians 4:13 Abraham Lincoln suffered a string of failures before he was elected to the presidency. His country store went out of business. As a young lawyer he had trouble getting clients. He was defeated in his campaigns for the state legislature, the House of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Positive Side Of The Ten Commandments: The Eighth Commandment Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2002

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The hidden motive back of each commandment is worship. Since everything a Christian does should praise God, all of the Ten Commandments revolve around worshipping God.

EIGHTH COMMANDMENT “Thou shalt not steal” (Ex. 20:15). A. INTRODUCTION: HOW DOES GOD WANT US TO GET STUFF? 1. Work. How does God want us to get STUFF? “Let him that stole steal no longer, but rather let him labor, working with his hands what is good, that he may have something good” (Eph. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Baptist

Our Family Giving To God's Family Sermon 1: Family Partnership

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2002

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This Sermon emphasizes partnership giving--the family being good stewards of God’s resources, therefore everyone in the family giving to God’s family, the church.

A. WHAT IS INCLUDED IN STEWARDSHIP? 1. Everything. Stewardship is our management of God-given resources (time, talent and treasure) for God-given goals. 2. All people. “Gather the people together, men, and women, and children, and thy stranger that is within thy gates, that they may hear . . . ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:12

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Settle For Just A Survival Status

Contributed by Matthew Botha on May 31, 2016

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Why should we not settle for just a survival status?

DON’T SETTLE FOR A SURVIVAL STATUS Every man and woman in service of government has an attitude that we can learn from. It is not just the willingness to risk your life for the lives of others but it also has the mindset of being dissatisfied with a survival status Key Scripture: (John 12:24 ...read more

Scripture: John 12:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Free Indeed

Contributed by Mari Larson on Nov 12, 2018

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Reformation Sunday and also Stewardship Commitment Sunday

We’ve been hearing a lot about freedom lately, and it’s clear from advertisements that there are different ways to define and prioritize our freedoms. Jesus wasn’t a politician, but he was and is accused of being very, even too political. But when he spoke of freedom, he was transcending politics ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, 1 Timothy 6:18-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Work Or Vocation Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 1, 2025

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You don’t have the power to be successful until you make a life-choice to excel in all things.

Yesterday: My work is determined by past decisions. Tomorrow: My future goals give me energy. Today counts: I can change the ordinary into the extraordinary. “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon - Small Steps To A Big Impact

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 19, 2003

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Gideon’s example shows us what God can do with people who will follow him even in the small things.

Introduction play Nothing Ever Happens by Del Amitri Describes a world that is not liked. The situation is no good. It refers to injustice, American business snap up Van Goghs for the price of a hospital wing. The Second World War, burning down the synagogues. And says it never changes, no matter ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-40

Denomination: Holiness

Trepidation Is Not A Dinosaur

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jun 11, 2005

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Truly we live in a time that is frantic with fear. Being cautious will allow us to work in God’s Kingdom while living in fear will cause the Kingdom to shut down.

Trepidation Is Not a Dinosaur 2 Timothy 1:6-11 5-year old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go in alone. "It’s dark in there and I’m scared." She asked again, and he persisted. Finally ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Last Days Lifestlye

Contributed by Glenn Narvaez on Aug 26, 2012

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Last days are here. What manner of life should we live? What should be our lifestyle, our last days lifestyle?

THE END IS NEAR… There is a Filipino barber with an American customer. After a few minutes, the Filipino barber wanted to tell the customer that he is about to finish cutting his hair but he doesn’t know how to say it right in English so he said in broken English “Sir, your end ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Going For More In 2004

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 30, 2003

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This sermon addresses the costs and potential of investing more in the Kingdom for the new year. It is not year specific and addresses basic costs of powerful investment.

Going For More in 2004 Colossians 1: 1-14 Let me ask you a question. How many of you believe today that Hughesville Friends Church has maxed out. We are just doing everything that can be done to fulfill the great commission of Christ. We have accomplished our mission and vision ¡V and now it¡¦s ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: *other

Stewardship: Risk & Investment

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

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Stewardship, investing in the kingdom of God also Eccl 11:1-6

What Does It Mean To Be A Citizen In The Kingdom Of God. Our Scriptures this morning address this issue: what does it mean to be a citizen in the kingdom of God? More importantly, what does it mean to be a citizen in the kingdom of God, when the Master, Jesus, is gone? When we become Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 3 Of 8 - Giving And Church Series

Contributed by Brad Lewis on Oct 22, 2002

based on 111 ratings

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Dispel the myth that preachers just want you to give so they can line their pockets. There are even greater benefits for the giver.

Church 101: A Beginners Guide to Church Part 3 - Giving and Church “God loves it when the giver delights in the giving.” 1 Corinthians 9:7 (MES) “To the LORD your God belong the heavens, even the highest heavens, the earth and everything in it. “ Deuteronomy 10:14 (NIV) 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:7, 1 Corinthians 16:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Jesus Said About Forgiving Others Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on May 6, 2009

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How can I forgive others? 1) Remember the debt God has forgiven you. 2) Keep the sins of others in perspective. 3) Remember the high cost of unforgiveness.

WHAT JESUS SAID ABOUT FORGIVING OTHERS MATTHEW 18: 21-35 1. Illus. of partial forgiveness (1001 Humorous Illus. #385 • “I’ll forgive him tonight, but if I don’t die before I wake up, he better look out in the morning!” 2. We are all a little like James, aren’t we? Full forgiveness is foreign to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Aggravation Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 18, 2006

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What costs are we willing to pay for the church to be what Christ wants it to be?

SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: LUKE 14:25-33 TITLE: “THE AGGRAVATION FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. When I was much younger, I played a board game called “Aggravation” 1. 2-6 people could play 2. Each person ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Natural And Supernatural Gifts

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013

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All gifts come from God. Discover who you are and grow in your gifting.

Natural And Supernatural Gifts James 1:17 - Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. Creative gifts All gifts come from God and they are good. Each member of the Godhead plays a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17

Denomination: Charismatic

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