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Our Hiding Place

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Sep 15, 2005

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In times of hardship and disaster, our mighty God provides a safe and secure hiding placed--a place of refuge.

Our Hiding Place Psalm 57:1-3 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Pastors get asked questions all the time. Here are a few actual letters that kids have sent to ministers: ƒå Dear Pastor, does God like everybody? If so, He never met my sister. (Arnold, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 57:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kitchen: A Place For Nourishment Series

Contributed by Stewart Holloway on Nov 14, 2006

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What is the most important nourishment for the family?

When Olin and Claryce Merrett came in for the service Wednesday night, I gave my usual, “Hello,” and asked, “How are you doing, Olin?” Olin replied, “Pretty good, I guess. I’m still taking nourishment.” We know a lot about nourishment these days. You can hardly watch television or read a magazine ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Place Beside God

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 23, 2006

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Christ is the mediator between God and men.Just like Moses men can see the glory of God but we must be in the Rock that is Christ Jesus.

A PLACE BESIDE GOD Exo 33:18 And he said, I beseech thee, show me thy glory. Exo 33:19 And he said, I will make all my goodness pass before thee, and I will proclaim the name of the LORD before thee; and will be gracious to whom I will be gracious, and will show mercy on whom I will show ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 33:18-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

"A Place Of Prayer" Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Mar 18, 2005

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Creating a house of prayer often brings disruption and disturbance to a lifestyle that is unacceptable to the Lord. How do we respond to or resist Him?

Holy Week Service Church of the Atonement March 21, 2005 “A Place of Prayer” Matthew 21:10-17 INTRODUCTION: The next day after the trimphal entry into Jerusalem, Jesus went to the temple. What he found there was anything but a house of prayer. Picture in your mind the confusion with all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:10-17

Denomination: Methodist

Yeshua In Our Place Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Mar 18, 2005

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Yeshua in our place

Romans 5:5, “5Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us. “6For when we were still without strength, in due time Christ died for the ungodly.” When a believer comes to faith the love of the Lord is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Place At The Execution

Contributed by Dale Miller on Mar 25, 2005

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Each of us plays a part in the crucifixion of Jesus. Many of the characters are discussed in this sermon.

MUB GOOD FRIDAY 2005 INTRO; I WAS TALKING TO SOMEONE THE OTHER DAY, AND THE TRIALS OF ROBERT BLAKE, AND SCOTT PETERSON CAME UP. ONE IS FOUND NOT GUILTY, THE OTHER IS CONVICTED, AND THE PENALTY IS DEATH. IN THE COURSE OF THE CONVERSATION, THEY SAID, IT IS RUMORED THAT THE EXECUTION OF PETERSON ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Place Of Safety

Contributed by James May on Jan 23, 2005

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God is our refuge; an ever present help in times of trouble.

OUR PLACE OF SAFETY Sunday, January 23, 2005 - PM Psalms 46:1-7, "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore will not we fear, though the earth be removed, and though the mountains be carried into the midst of the sea; Though the waters thereof roar and be troubled, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Place For A Pity Party

Contributed by John Baggett on Nov 24, 2003

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Pity is natural but is for others not ourselves. Self Pity is dangerous. (1)Everyone is subject to self pity (2ADVERSITY IS NOT MEANT TO LEAD US TO SELF PITY BUT TO STRENGHTH IN CHRIST(3)Turning to God in our self pity is our hope for deliverance from it

No Place for a Pity Party MT 16:21-24 If we think in terms of thankfulness we might say that there are many emotions that would compliment a heart that is filled with thanksgiving. For example love compliments thanksgiving, happiness compliments thanksgiving, joy and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-24, Matthew 4:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Light In Dark Place Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on May 18, 2004

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The amazing power of the Gospel to change lives

Evangelism # 4 Light in Dark Places On recent Sundays, we’ve been talking about issues connected with our mission as Christ’s representatives in this world. From the story of Philip’s encounter with an Ethiopian man, as told in the book of the Acts, we learned that we must carefully listen: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Our Place

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Feb 13, 2005

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This sermon deals with the human tendency to think that our life is all about us, instead of being all about God.

Finding Our Place Ephesians 1:18-22, Matthew 5:14, John 8:12, 9:5, 2 Corinthians 3:18 October 14, 2004 I. Last week I mentioned the fact that for centuries humans thought the Earth was the center of the universe, and if we are honest the way we act a lot of the time, makes it look as if we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

Begin In The Right Place Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 29, 2003

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To know what life is all about, it’s important to begin in the right place. For Christians, begin with our heavenly seating place! (This series gives all due credit to Rick Warren who has written the excellent book!)

Begin in the Right Place Purpose Driven Series #1 Cornwall/Montreal August 2, 2003 Beginnings are important and have a great bearing on where we end up in particular endeavours. If someone wants to end up with a Ph.D., but doesn’t have a high school education, that becomes more difficult- not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7, Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Recognizing The Power Of Place Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on May 30, 2006

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Second in a three part series exploring the need for the church to rise up, and go into the city. This message looks at the implications of operating with "strength and courage."

(This sermon launched with the utilization of Google Earth to provide screen shots of the community we are located in. Could be personalized to each church’s community.) Kenneth Scott Latourette writes that from A.D. 500 to 1500 the church did not grow. It merely exchanged real estate. We gave ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

Heroes In Unlikely Places

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 11, 2007

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A Remembrance Day message asking us to recall that love is the motive for sacrifice.

JOHN 15:13 HEROES IN UNLIKELY PLACES “Greater love has no one than this, that someone lays down his life for his friends.” September 11, 2001 shocked a complacent world from its lethargy into enforced wakefulness. Before that day, police and fire fighters were often thought of as necessary ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

"The Secret Place"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Oct 31, 2007

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They had a crowd, a great praise team, an orderly procession, a godly leader, the sincere motive, but something went wrong? They did not know how to approach God!

Title: "The Secret Place" Introduction: Have you ever thought about all of the people that God killed for seemingly "small" sins? In this text it was Uzzah’s turn to die. for touching the Ark of the Covenant. In the New Testament, Ananias and Sapphira died for keeping back part of their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Windy Place

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 9, 2008

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If you want to catch the wind of God’s Spirit, you a hve to be where the wind blows.

Title: Living In a Windy Place Text: Acts 2:1-21 Thesis: If you want to catch the wind of God’s Spirit, you have to be where the wind blows. Background for the Message: We have just concluded the Season of Easter and now we begin the Season of Pentecost. On the Church Calendar, Christ is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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