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Building A Relationship With God

Contributed by Pastor Barnes on Oct 18, 2000

Intro:All christains, young and old must learn the absolute necessity of fellowship with jesus each day.

Intro:All christains, young and old must learn the absolute necessity of fellowship with jesus each day. Conversion should bring one into daily fellowship with the Father in heaven for the believer. Taking time each day with God's word and prayer is indispensable. One must be renewed daily by ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16

The Goal Of The Ministry

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1.

THE GOAL OF THE MINISTRY -- FUTURE GLORY INSPIRES COURAGE AND COMMITMENT IN LIVING TO PLEASE OUR LORD 1. Present Suffering should Intensify the Longing for Future Glory (:1-5) a. The context of suffering in the ministry b. The superiority of the resurrection body c. The groaning associated with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Baptists In Heaven

Contributed by Todd Riley on Oct 18, 2000

There will be no Baptists in heaven, no Pentecostals, no Presbyterians, no Anglicans, no Catholics, no Methodists.

There will be no Baptists in heaven, no Pentecostals, no Presbyterians, no Anglicans, no Catholics, no Methodists. All man given labels will be left outside, and only those who have had their sins cleansed away and forgiven by Jesus Christ will be admited. Spurgeon said "When a mortal man speaks ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Faith

Contributed by V Sedaca on Oct 18, 2000

"We live by faith, not by sight.

"We live by faith, not by sight." 2 Corinthians 5:7 Introduction 1. Sometimes we are under the impression that faith is a state or an element of our religious life that in hard to define or to have a concrete idea about it. Nevertheless the Bible command us to live by faith. 2. The apostle Paul ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

5 Reasons For Reconciliation

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

5 REASONS FOR RECONCILIATION AMONG MINISTERS OF THE NEW COVENANT 1.

5 REASONS FOR RECONCILIATION AMONG MINISTERS OF THE NEW COVENANT 1. We haven't done anything wrong (:11-13) a. Paul could defend himself with a clear conscience because he was innocent of the charges levelled against him by his opponents in Corinth b. When we have done something wrong there is a ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Experience Fullness Of The Spirit's Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? - 1.

What Are the Requirements for Experiencing Fullness of the Spirit's Power? - 1. A person must totally surrender the control of their mind, will and emotions to the Holy Spirit as directed by Bible. (Gal. 5: 16) 2. At conversion a believer becomes complete in Christ but usually does not learn ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:4-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Call For Christian Sanctification

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Tom Schetelich) 1.

(with Tom Schetelich) 1. What is Sanctification? a. To be seperate from the world b. To be pure from sin c. To be holy before God 2. Guidelines in Sanctification a. Do not be "yoked together" with unbelievers b. Do not have fellowship with non-Christians partnership intimate sharing of the same ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stirred, But Not Changed

Contributed by R. Darrel Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: God wants the conviction we feel in our hearts to produce a change in our actions.

Main Idea: God wants the conviction we feel in our hearts to produce a change in our actions. Introduction: “Now I rejoice, not that you were made sorry, but that your sorrow led to repentance.” As we begin this series of meetings, I want to say something to you about my purpose, and more ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Sorrow Produces Genuine Repentance

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a.

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a. Goal in causing sorrow must be remembered: Repentance leading to reconciliation b. Godly sorrow is different than worldly sorrow 1) It is directed by God 2) It is the believer's insurance policy: the premium hurts, but the benefits pay ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Appropriate God's Grace

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

2 Cor. 8:9 - You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for our sake became poor that we through His poverty might become rich.

2 Cor. 8:9 - You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for our sake became poor that we through His poverty might become rich. 1. Grace is an expression of God's favor given to us freely at Christ's expense. Nothing we do can make God love us more. There is nothing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Indescribable Gift

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

OUTLINE 1.

OUTLINE 1. We have so much to be thankful for. We live in freedom, in relative richness. We are not in a time of war. We have work, good health, family. We have been chosen by God to be His people. We have His word that lets us know Him. We know that He is watching over us. We know He is faithful ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Giving Becomes Thanksgiving

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

One way we give thanks to God is through our offerings, but our giving is not necessarily giving thanks. Paul when and how our giving becomes thanksgiving.

Introduction 1. Thanksgiving Day is a day when we celebrate God’s goodness. We thank Him for the many blessings He has bestowed upon us. 2. Today we have a thanksgiving day offering. If we give it the right way, we give thanks to God in ever increasing proportions. Teaching 1. Paul has been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Guarantees A Return On Spiritual Investments

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

(with Dick Holden) 1.

(with Dick Holden) 1. Spiritual Investing Requires Careful Planning (:6-7) a. Relationship of sowing to giving (implies a careful effort) 1) Sowing -- not scattering but careful planting 2) Giving -- not throwing money away but careful planning 3) Laws of nature apply to laws of giving b. Direct ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Vindication Of Paul's Apostolic Authority

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1.

THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1. His readiness (and reluctance) to exercise his authority (:1-6) Reply to the charge of cowardice 2. His powerful pesonal presence --consistent with his strong letters (:7-11) Reply to the charge of weakness 3. His legitimate sphere of authority ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Groves Of The Mind

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: * I would like to look seriously about Idolatry tonight.

Intro: * I would like to look seriously about Idolatry tonight. Not just the statues but more so of the ones that Christians are prone to have. * Idol 1. a. An image used as an object of worship. b. A false god. 2. One that is adored, often blindly or excessively. * Idolatry is not just the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5