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  • How Jesus Successfully Used Metaphors

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 28,110 views

    Metaphor - A figure of speech used to describe, illustrate or apply something to a lesson that it does not usually denote.

    Metaphor - A figure of speech used to describe, illustrate or apply something to a lesson that it does not usually denote. Jesus masterfully communicated truth in a creative way so that His listens would understand and remember His teaching. For example, Jesus used many objects as analogies to ...read more

  • Teach Us To Number Our Days Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 11,610 views

    SINCE OUR DAYS ARE NUMBERED, WE SEEK PERSPECTIVE FROM THE GOD OF ETERNITY

    BIG IDEA: SINCE OUR DAYS ARE NUMBERED, WE SEEK PERSPECTIVE FROM THE GOD OF ETERNITY INTRODUCTION: Written by Moses = "the man of God": certainly he had a unique perspective to offer on life; had seen and experienced much; yet his life too was finite and full of disappointment; he struggled with ...read more

  • The Power That Works In Us - The Manifestation Of The Spirit

    Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 16 ratings
     | 12,085 views

    Intro: What is the manifestation of the Spirit? The Greek word translated "manifestation" means to display, to show a demonstration, to give evidence.

    Intro: What is the manifestation of the Spirit? The Greek word translated "manifestation" means to display, to show a demonstration, to give evidence. Other translations: TEV "The Spirit's presence is shown in some way in each one, for the good of all." Living Bible "The Holy Spirit displays God's ...read more

  • Using What God Gave You Series

    Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,731 views

    Parable of the Talents warns us to use what God gives us, and to use it well.

    Using What God Gave You Purpose Driven Life #32 Cornwall April 17, 2004 You have considered who you are, over the past few weeks, in looking to understand where you are to fit into the family of God. Four weeks back, we considered the subjects of the spiritual gifts you have received and your ...read more

  • Using What You've Got Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on May 27, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 16,373 views

    The Holy Spirit not only give us spiritual gifts to use in our service to God, He also gives us the power, love and self-discipline to utilize them effectively.

    Last week we began a series of 3 messages on the nature and responsibility of having Spiritual Gifts. If you were here you might remember that we read from Romans 12 and 1 Peter 4. And we learned that every believer has at least one spiritual gift. These are God given abilities distributed among ...read more

  • "For They That Be With Us Are More Than They That Be With Them..." Series

    Contributed by Winson Butler on Jun 22, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,371 views

    There are those times when well all have to rise above our circumstances. Our question for today is, Will I be able when that time comes? Yes. No matter our situation God is able and He has proven it time and time again. Let’s see an example together!

    Introduction These are tough times. My grandmother used to say, "In times like these it’s always best to remember, there’s always been times like these!" But how do we rise above our circumstances? It has always been God’s plan we are victorious regardless of our adversaries. This message and ...read more

  • "Friends Help Us To Maintain Joy.” Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 25, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,791 views

    Sixth in a series on "Restoring the Joy" a study on the book of Philippians. Paul reminds us the friends help in the difficulties of life, by telling of how Timothy and Epaphroditus were a blessing in his life.

    Restoring the Joy Sermon # 6 “Friends Help Us to Maintain Joy.” Philippians 2:19-30 “A youth minister was attending a Special Olympics meet where handicapped children competed with tremendous dedication and enthusiasm. One event ...read more

  • How God Can Use Innovators

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,806 views

    In this passage we learn a lot about innovation from the courage of Cornelius, the founder of the first Gentile house church.

    How God Uses Innovators (Acts 10:1-8) 1. Today we hear a lot about innovators who start up their own dot-com businesses. Even though many of these innovators may not enjoy success, they are learning from their efforts. Many innovators are not afraid to fail because they believe in the importance ...read more

  • Proper Etiquette For Using The Utensils Of Truth Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 7, 2001
    based on 27 ratings
     | 3,685 views

    THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT

    BIG IDEA: THE FAITHFUL MINISTER OF GOD’S WORD PROMOTES TRUTH AND PURSUES GODLINESS AS A DILIGENT WORKMAN, A VESSEL PURIFIED FOR HONOR, AND A GENTLE BONDSERVANT (IN THE FIGHT AGAINST ERROR – AS OPPOSED TO FALSE TEACHERS) INTRODUCTION: I. (:14-19) STAND FOR THE SHARP KNIFE OF THE WORD OF ...read more

  • Jesus-Did He Lie To Us?

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 9, 2001
    based on 46 ratings
     | 4,647 views

    This sermon deals with the claims of Jesus Christ. It demonstrates that Jesus did not claim to be a prophet or great teacher, but claimed to be God. It encourages us to boldly stand that He Is The Way, The Truth, And The Life without compromising to be accepted by others.

    Jesus—Did He Lie To Us? 7/8/2001 GNLCC John 5:16-23 1 John 5:1-12 There was a movie in which two men were held as prisoners of war in the same cell during the Civil War. The interesting thing was that they were almost identical in appearance. The one man was poor, kind, and a drifter. ...read more

  • Why Does God Comfort Us? Series

    Contributed by John Telgren on May 6, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 9,677 views

    When we pray, God comforts us. When God comforts us, he does so not just to make us comfortable, but to enable us to comfort others with the comfort He has given us

    How do you feel when you experience the first real snowfall of the season? Not to long ago, we had our first significant snowfall. I can remember my reaction. I ran outside with a childish smile on my face just to see and feel the snow as it fell on my face. There was electricity in the air. I ...read more

  • What Blocks Us From Jesus Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on May 9, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,762 views

    Jesus was resurected. But some people never notice. Some people never got to enjoy the resurection. What causes us to miss the resurection

    John 20:10-17 What Blocks us From Jesus Introduction A. Have you ever wondered why you can’t feel Jesus presence sometimes? B. Have you ever thought that Jesus was not there? C. Have you ever cried out to God and felt like no one was listening? D. If you have let me reassure of something E. You ...read more

  • Why God Wants Us To Pray

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 17, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,460 views

    God really does want us to pray. This sermon tells us why.

    May 18, 2003 Title: Why God Wants Us to Pray Text: Luke 18:1-8 Introduction We continue to focus on our global mission: Loving God...Reaching Families...Making Friends. This year, our vision to accomplish our mission is... Christ First The "I" in Christ stands for Intercessory Prayer ...read more

  • Come Let Us Reason Together

    Contributed by David Dailey on May 23, 2003
    based on 54 ratings
     | 37,945 views

    An invitation from a reasonable God

    COME LET US REASON TOGETHER Isaiah 1:18-20 Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow. Though they be red like crimson they shall be as wool. If ye be willing and obedient ye shall eat of the good of the land. But if ye ...read more

  • Good News You Can Use!

    Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Aug 26, 2002
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,020 views

    An inspirational message on how to use God’s Word to enhance your daily walk with Him and your bretheren!

    Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. PRAYER: Father God, Thank You for the way in which you have me living my life in full recognition of the power You have over me. Without You, I could do nothing and could be nothing great or small. I humble myself Lord to those ...read more