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How Jesus Successfully Used Metaphors

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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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

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-31, Mark 11:20-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Teach Us To Number Our Days Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

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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

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How God Can Use Innovators

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 19, 2001

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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

Scripture: Acts 10:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Inheriting The Promises Of God Like Us Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Nov 23, 2004

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Hebrews 4:1-2 tells that there are two types of people in every congregation; those of us who profit from the word of God and those of them who do not. We determine whether we will be us or them.

INHERITING THE PROMISES (part 3) “Inheriting the Promises Like Us” SERIES TEXT – Hebrews 6:12 TEXT – Hebrews 4:1-2 Hebrews 4 4:1 Let US therefore fear, lest, a promise being left US of entering into his rest, any of you should seem to come short of it. 4:2 For unto US was the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

A Son Is Given To Bring Us Light

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Nov 26, 2004

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Christ was given names many years before he came as a man

Our greatest need at Christmas: If our greatest need had been information, God would have sent us an educator. If our greatest need had been technology, God would have sent us a scientist. If our greatest need had been money, God would have sent us an economist. If our greatest need had been ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Using Your Spiritual Gifts In The Marketplace Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Nov 30, 2004

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We sould not stop being Spiritual people when we leave the church building

Singing the Songs of The Lord In a Strange Land October 24, 2004 Daniel 2 Using Your Spiritual Gifts In the Marketplace In the sphere of life that you spend most of your life and energy (work, family, school, sport…) have you ever come up against something that was impossible to solve? Read ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

Denomination: *other

Restore Us, O Lord God

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 5, 2005

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This text is a prayer of desperation! It is the prayer of people who were once used to having God’s presence and God’s power – that power being long absent and sorely missed. It is the prayer of one out of touch with God.

Give ear, O Shepherd of Israel, you who lead Joseph like a flock! You who are enthroned upon the cherubim, shine forth before Ephraim and Benjamin and Manasseh. Stir up your might, and come to save us! Restore us, O God; let your face shine, that we may be saved. O LORD God of hosts, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Finding Ourselves In Narnia: The Edmund In Us.

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Dec 12, 2005

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This sermon looks at how the story of the Narnia character Edmund is the story of a sinner who comes to find the danger of sin and the victory of the redeemed.

Yesterday I took my girls to see the movie “Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe” and I have to tell you I was really impressed. I had told myself I was going to wait to see it till we took the kids from the church to see it, but I just couldn’t wait. I figured since I was preaching on ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Thomas Enables Us To Deal With Doubt

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 22, 2006

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2nd Sunday of Easter - Through the fellowship of the church, and the power of God’s Spirit, we are invited to place our doubt before God - who can increase our faith.

2nd Sunday of Easter April 23, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, the resurrection of your Son, Jesus the Christ, is the greatest news that the world ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Have You Done This To Us? Series

Contributed by Keith Shuler on Aug 12, 2005

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Leaders who fail to tithe should not be permitted to make decisions governing the body of Christ.

Why Have You Done This To Us? Joshua 7 Robbery in any nation is a serious crime. It can result in various forms of punishment. Some people loose a hand while others spend time in prison. Stealing is also a crime in the Kingdom of God, as we shall see in our lesson today. Historically, the children ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

God Bless Us With A Faith Lift

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 14, 2005

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We may not get a face lift, but we can get a faith lift in life.

INTRO.- ILL.- The Joy of Aging! Someone said, “If my body were a car, this is the time I would be thinking about trading it in for a newer model. I’ve got bumps and dents and scratches in my finish and my paint job is getting a little dull, but that’s not the worst of it. “My fenders are too ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-2, Psalm 9:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Church God Uses...sticks Together Series

Contributed by Craig Cramblet on Feb 9, 2004

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A series of messages on the biblical characteristics that allows God us use and bless a church.

“The Church that God uses...Sticks Together” Acts 2:42-47 “Three ingredients surface in the book of Acts to show us God’s method of church growth: The inspiration of His Presence, the demonstration of His Power, and the proclamation of a Person (Jesus).” J. M. MacKnight In this ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Made Us For The Kingdom - Ii Series

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 8, 2003

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Loyalty Sunday II - God has made all believers into the Body of Christ. Our gifts and talents are used by God ’build his cathedral’ in this world.

Last week we focused on the theme that God created each and every one of us for a purpose. The unique talents and skills, predispositions and giftedness are made so that you can glorify and honor God with your life. There is a Kingdom role that has been defined by your Creator that you are uniquely ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Invites Us To Follow Him

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jul 22, 2003

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PENTECOST 6(C) - Jesus invites us to follow Him without hestitation and with steadfast mercy.

JESUS INVITES US TO FOLLOW HIM LUKE 9:51—62 JULY 20, 2003 LUKE 9:51-62 51As the time approached for him to be taken up to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. 52And he sent messengers on ahead, who went into a Samaritan village to get things ready for him; 53but the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Lutheran

Letting God Use Who You Are Series

Contributed by John Knight on Jul 22, 2003

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A look at the life of Daniel; being used by God.

Series: When Cultures Collide Topic: Letting God Use Who You Are June 9, 2002 Daniel 2:1-23 In the second year of his reign, King Nebuchadnezzar started having dreams that disturbed him deeply. He couldn’t sleep. He called in all the Babylonian magicians, enchanters, sorcerers, and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-23

Denomination: Holiness

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