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We Shall See Jesus

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Feb 4, 2003

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Heaven is a beautiful place according to the Bible. But, Jesus will be the most beautiful of the sights which are there for me.

A Sermon For You A Ministry of Huckaby’s Evangelism We Shall See Jesus By- Evangelist Gary Huckaby D.D. Prayer:Heavenly Father; forgive us our sins against Thee. Let us look to you right now. Praise you my Lord, and lift up Thy Son Jesus among this people today. Let us see Jesus! In Christ My ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lepers Journey Towards The Lord

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Feb 4, 2003

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During this message we will discover the three episodes that took place as the leper journied towards the Lord.

Text: Matthew 8:1-4 The Leper’s Journey Towards The Lord Let’s examine the three episodes that took place the day The leper sought healing from the Lord. The first episode that took place was… A. The Leper’s Cry (vv. 1-2) a. The leper could have spent his time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Few, The Proud, The Chosen

Contributed by Eric Bates on Jul 26, 2002

based on 66 ratings

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This sermon on re-finding our place in the vineyard is set to be publshed in the Adventist Review on a future date.

The greatest stress I ever faced in my “career” as a student was standing in a line on the polished gym floor with my classmates. Opposite the line were my two most athletically gifted peers chosen by Coach to select the kickball teams. The wait was agonizing as each “team captain” analyzed each ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Adventist

Dealing With Disappointment Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

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Today I want to tell you about a fishing trip that took place after the Resurrection.

Hi, my name is Simon Peter. You’ve probably heard of some of my most embarrassing moments. It would take me all day to tell you about how my mouth has messed me up, and about how I let Jesus down, as well as the other disciples. Today I want to tell you about a fishing trip that took place after ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Ordination

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Apr 18, 2002

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The gifts that God places in each one of are particularly suited to the ministry in which we find ourselves.

Ordination Sermon for Chad Moir 21 April 2002 Mark 4:1-9 / 1Timothy 4:14-16 Rev. Roger Haugen “Listen, a sower went out to sow.” “Listen, today we send a sower out to sow”. Who is the Chad that you know? Help me out – I have my list but it may not include the Chad that you know. I first knew ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14-16, Mark 4:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Released From The Performance Trap Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 4, 2001

based on 89 ratings

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When we place our faith in Jesus Christ, our relationship to the ten commandments changes.

In 1995 an obscure Alabama circuit judge named Roy Moore became a national symbol of controversy. You see, Judge Moore displays a handmade copy of the ten commandments in his courtroom. That’s provoked the wrath of atheist groups and the ACLU, yet Judge Moore has remained steadfast in his right to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Matters Most? Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Jan 30, 2004

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Love and learning to love are the most important activities. The church is the special God-given place to learn.

What Matters Most Purpose Driven Life #16 Cornwall November 29, 2003 Life is made up of many activities and many things we can focus on. However, there is one focus, which is the one, and only and most important focus, from God’s point-of-view. Paul said it best, as he declared in: Ga.5.14. Love ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:14, Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Caught In The Trap Of Compassion

Contributed by James May on Sep 18, 2005

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Is there a place where compassion can become a trap to ensnare those who are trying to show it?

Caught in the Trap of Compassion By Pastor Jim May Tonight I have simple, but very important message from the Word of God to every Christian. I feel that I must share a word to the wise from the wisest man who ever lived, King Solomon. It’s a message concerning debt, both financial and in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Keeping The Dream Alive Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Oct 23, 2004

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there comes a place called the graveyard of the dream which has a deadly toll on far too many

You have developed your dream, made it through the comfort zone, pushed the border bullies out of your way but wait, the land on the other side doesn’t quite look like much of a promise. Bruce Wilkinson, in his book The DreamGiver refers to this next stage of the dream as the wasteland—the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiders And Saints

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 15, 2004

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The church is a place for saints...spiders are a problem...but sometimes a useful tool in God’s hands.

The WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, Nc November 14, 2004 12Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved.” 13When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12-37

Denomination: United Methodist

The Path To Peace And Comfort

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Apr 12, 2004

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A funeral message - Jesus tells of the peace he offers, the place he prepares, and the path to take.

As I talked with Glenda and Janice about their mother, Madge, one theme came up over and over – Madge’s love for people, most especially her family, and her hospitality brought people together. I heard of family gatherings at her house, her cooking, and her unshakeable positive outlook on life and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Metamorphosis In Us

Contributed by Andy Johnson on Sep 19, 2007

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This is to let believers know that when they truly accept Jesus as Lord, there is a metamorphosis that takes place in their lifes.

The Metamorphosis in Us. Colossians 3:5-17 Intro: Butterflies & Bullfrogs - (Describe how butterflies & Bullfrogs metamorphosis from catepillars & tadpoles to what tey are today) Paul is telling the Colossian people that they have to let go of their old way of living and be transformed to the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Makeup Of A Caring Father Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jun 18, 2007

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To present to the Christian man that we have an awesome responsibility place on us as preist and prophet of the home.

THE MAKEUP OF A CARING FATHER Job 1:1-5 My brothers and my sisters as we celebrate Father’s Day 2007, I cannot prevent myself from thinking of my Dad, and how much I really miss him. Although I spent much time with him as a child and teenager, and received his ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Is Your All On The Altar

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jul 15, 2007

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Has the true believer really placed everything on the altar? Are they truly open to self-sacrifice for the Lord?

Is Your All On The Altar? Romans 12.1 Thompson Creek Baptist Church July 15, 2007 WHAT IS AN ALTAR? It is a place of full surrender! In Genesis 21, Abraham came to such a place. Rom 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Baptist

God's Heart For The Lost

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

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in the deepest place of God’s heart is an intense, burning, passionate love for people. All people.

God’s Heart For People September 22, 23 2002 Intro: Today I want to share with you what I believe to be in the deepest place of God’s heart. You see, we do not serve a God of intellect – who looks at the state of the world and responds by analyzing the causes and hypothesizing about what ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

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