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5 Answers To Prayer

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 19, 2003

based on 53 ratings

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There is no such thing as "unanswered" prayer, but God sometimes responds in ways we don’t expect.

“5 Answers to Prayer” -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (Note: The outline for this message came from an article in the Christian Reader Jan/Feb 02 issue) We pray, and God answers. Every time. But sometimes we wonder if God is really listening. We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20, James 5:16

Denomination: Congregational

Thomas- The Great Declaration Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 25, 2005

based on 18 ratings

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He may be labelled by others as ’Doubting Thomas’- but he made the most succinct diagnosis and declaration about Jesus ever! Thank God for Thomas and his honest doubt.

The great declaration: Thomas. Jn 20:24-31. WBC 27/3/5am. Easter Day INTRODUCTION Seen Groundhog Day? A Sunday School teacher was attempting to teach her young students the true meaning of Easter. "Why do we celebrate Easter?" she asked. When the children replied ’because of the Easter bunny,’ ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

#4 Defining Moments - Begin Again With Grace

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 15, 2005

based on 8 ratings

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Understanig Grace in a world that does not know how

- PowerPoint upon Request - PDF fill-in-the-blanks bulletin insert outline upon request #4 Defining Moments Begin Again With Grace America’s relationship with God. 85% considered themselves to be Christians 77% believe there is a heaven 76% say their chances of going are good ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Following Jesus 3 Ways

Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 11, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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we’re going to look at 3 stages of Christianity to help you see where you are.

INTRO: What type of Christian are you today? If I were to ask your children or your spouse, what would they say? I don’t want anyone to fall under condemnation but it’s important to know where you are to get a starting point. This morning we’re going to look at 3 stages of Christianity to help you ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Pray When Under Attack

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 15, 2006

based on 280 ratings

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As long as a person is alive, he will always face attacks, especially if the person is a Christian.

Christians are the prime targets of the devil, the common enemy of mankind. Now more than ever, he unleashes his rage and destruction against people because he knows that his time is short. Christians especially experience strange attacks, both physical and spiritual, day and night. In such ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 59:19, Isaiah 59:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Wrestles With God

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 31, 2006

based on 26 ratings

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The whole experience of PRAYER is not to wrestle with God over our demands, but to know the heart of the One who seek to bless us and call us to a higher purpose in life, and help us understand our utter dependence on Him for success.

This picture of Jacob wrestling with a God-man can be considered as one of the most bizarre encounter in the Bible. • He was all alone, having sent his family and all his possessions across the stream. • It was in the night, and he wrestled with this God-man until daybreak. Many see him as a hero ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:22-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sound Of Salvation

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006

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The "sounds of salvation" are the sounds of "earth groaning in expectation" for Christ’s return.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Three In One who gives us our Hope that even nature sings about. Creeeeeeeeeek…..bang! Buzzzz………….crack…….bang! Whiirrrrrr…… Brothers and Sisters in Christ. “We know that the whole creation has been groaning together in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Lutheran

"Life After Death" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Nov 26, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that upon death, believers Step-Out of Time immediately into eternity.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Stewart, Georgia BIG IDEA: UPON DEATH, CHRISTIANS IMMEDIATELY STEP OUT OF TIME INTO ETERNITY … REFERENCES: 1 Cor. 15:52-54; 2 Cor. 5:1-10; John 11:25-26 (I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live…).; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope

Contributed by John Beehler on Dec 29, 2003

based on 49 ratings

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Christmas Series part 1

Hope In an old Calvin and Hobbes comic strip - this conversation takes place. In the first frame Calvin speaks to Hobbes and says: "Live for the moment is my motto. You never know how long you got". In the second frame he explains "You could step into the road tomorrow and WHAM, you get hit by a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 33:14-16, Luke 1:26-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A New Beginning Series

Contributed by Mickey Bell on Jan 4, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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People like the new year because is brings an opportunity for them to start over or get a NEW BEGINNING.

*The test used in reference for this message was a thought received from a message on the 7 test of Joseph submitted by SermonCentral.com contibutor, Derek Vreeland. A New Year Brings a New Beginning! Genesis 37 You look over the last year and no doubt you can find some high points of your ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Son Of God

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 20, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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5 things Gabriel said about Jesus

Luke 1:26-35 Jesus, The Son of God Woodlawn Baptist Church December 2, 2001 Introduction Only 22 shopping days left! Do you have yours done? This past week as Kathy and I have been out, we have stood in the long lines and thought about that "just right" gift for each member of the family. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

Casual Faith Or Committed Faith?

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Mar 18, 2006

based on 130 ratings

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What is the secret to real Christian living? Not how much you know; great leadership ability; personal charisma; or even a winning, positive attitude. The real key to Christian living is summed up in 2 words: FOLLOW ME.

CASUAL FAITH OR COMMITTED FAITH? Mark 8:34, If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself & take up his cross & follow me. Intro: I saw a cartoon that showed a church building with a billboard in front that said: "The LITE CHURCH: 24% fewer commitments, home of the 71/2% tithe, 15 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Holiness

Altruistic Love

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 20, 2006

based on 25 ratings

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Altruistic love can be identified by asking whether one agrees with statements that define altruism, such as, "I’d rather suffer myself than let the one I love suffer," and "I’m willing to sacrifice my own wishes to let the one I love achieve his or hers.

Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. Altruistic Love 1 Corinthians 13 Introduction: A man received the following letter: Dearest Jimmy, No words could ever express the great ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Of The New Covenant

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 9, 2002

based on 37 ratings

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“And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them saying, ‘this is my body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ Likewise He also took the cup after supper saying, ‘this cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is shed f

Luke 22:14-22 Theme: The blood of the new covenant Text: Luke 22:14-22 Today is worldwide communion day and to celebrate our unity in the Body of Christ we have gathered from various congregations in the district to partake of the Holy Communion. The communion, using the elements of bread and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cling To Christ's Love

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 24, 2001

based on 37 ratings

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There is nothing in all creation that can separate us from God’s love for us in Christ Jesus.

In medieval times there was a monk who announced to his listeners that he would be preaching the following Sunday evening on the “Love of God.” The following Sunday, as the shadows fell and the light ceased to come in through the cathedral windows, the congregation gathered. In the darkness of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Lutheran

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