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  • Chris Hughes avatar

    Useless Gifts

    Contributed by Chris Hughes on Dec 4, 2006
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     | 3,469 views

    Unexpected gifts, gifts that go beyond the usual fare, surprise our sensibilities and wake up our spirits.

    Matthew 2:1-12 Useless Gifts We’ve all gotten them. We’ve all given them. probably have ½ dozen on top shelf of closet, in box under the bed. Useless gifts. Unusual & unusable. knickknacks serve no purpose. Generations of parents & grandparents joyfully received lopsided handmade ashtrays from ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Gift Of Amnesia.

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 4, 2022
     | 1,256 views

    God’s word shows us the worse of humanity, but it also shows us His redeemed. It gives us a picture of Eden. It also shows us a picture of hell. And then, after the fall of Adam. God’s word shows us the—Abraham’s, Noah’s, Moses’, Esther’s, Ruth’s, Daniel’s, Elijah’s, Etc.

    The Gift Of Amnesia. James 1:22-25AMP Amnesia could be a gift to those who would like to forget the last 5 or 10 years, maybe even the last day or two. Only bad thing about that is, you might just do it all again. Lol. For every believer, Amnesia isn’t a gift at ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Our Abba Daddy Loves Us Series

    Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 23, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,903 views

    Go wants us to know without any doubts that we are His children and that He loves us.

    1. REMEMBER the contrast in this wonderful GOSPEL OF GRACE is between the LAW & FAITH. • How do I relate to God? By faith or fear? RULES, REGULATIONS… RELIGION & RITUALS. • Don’t touch this. Don’t wear that. Don’t, Can’t, Shouldn’t! • It’s the spirit of bondage again to fear. • Think about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Greatest Gifts Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 2, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 12,365 views

    Because God loved us, He gave us wondrous gifts... but why did He go to such lengthes to tell us how wicked we’d been before we recieved those gifts?

    OPEN: A young, married Bible College graduate and his bride were unpacking in their first parsonage. The young bride showed the young preacher a box and told him that he had to promise never to look in it. It was her personal box. He made the promise, but after 25 years he happened to see it on ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Church: Diversity Of Gifts And One Body PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 3, 2024
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     | 792 views

    This sermon explores our roles in the body of Christ and how to use our unique gifts to serve God and each other humbly.

    Good morning, beloved. It's a joy to be in the House of the Lord today, isn't it? As we gather in this place, our hearts knit together in unity, we are reminded of the beautiful tapestry of the body of Christ. Each of us, with our unique gifts, talents, and callings, woven together by the Master ...read more

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    Use It Or Lose It! Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003
    based on 118 ratings
     | 21,390 views

    The parable of the Ten Minas is a wonderful lesson for Christians and how to take advantage of opportunities to serve the Master, the resources He has given us and how we will be judged by our management of these gifts.

    Use It or Lose It! Luke 19:11-27 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my heroes is Billy Graham. Although he is in his mid 80s, and battling Parkinson’s disease, he is still preaching the gospel. In 1996, he and Ruth were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for their service to America. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Gifts

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 141 ratings
     | 11,056 views

    On Christmas Eve, our family has a tradition of opening 1 gift. God also has some gifts for us to "open". 1. The gift of His Son 2. The Gift of God’s Care. 3. The gift of God’s Grace. 4. The Gift of Eternal Life

    December 24, 2003 Title: God’s Gift Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Introduction 1. Many families have Christmas Traditions... drinking egg nog around the fire place, singing Christmas Carols around the piano, Doing an act of kindness for a needy family, and many others... 2. One of the traditions in ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    "Teach Us To Number Our Days" Series

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Oct 5, 2006
    based on 21 ratings
     | 34,555 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the grieving parents and family to affirm to others that LIFE IS SHORT, AND WE NEED TO NUMBER OUR DAYS BY TAKING OUR FAITH SERIOUS.

    U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Friendship Baptist Church Anniston Alabama 29 September 2006 Funeral Services for Lynnette Ashley Grant BIG IDEA: BECAUSE LIFE IS SHORT, WE NEED TO NUMBER OUR DAYS BY TAKING OUR FAITH SERIOUS. REFERENCES: Ec.1:4 (One generation goes its way, the next one ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Teach Us To Number Our Days

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 30, 2021
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     | 11,003 views

    Moses had witnessed those who had lived many years, carrying the wealth and riches of Egypt, but they all died in the wilderness and failed to receive the promises of God. Moses prays "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom."

    Subject: "Teach Us to Number Our Days" Text: Psalms 90:12 “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” Introduction: Moses dealt with Israel for more than 80 years. Just think about all that has taken place in the last 50 years. During the last 50 years, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Grace And God’s Body Series

    Contributed by Martin Wiles on Jun 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,781 views

    Our responsibility is to discover our gifts, use them effectively, and work in harmony with other believers.

    Romans 12:3-8 Introduction: A. There is nothing like a well oiled machine. B. Take the car engine for example. Some of us know the intricate parts of it while others just know we’re glad it starts and lets our car take us where we want to go. We tend to take it for granted. C. But a lot of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Mitchell avatar

    The Working Of The Spirit In And Through Us

    Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Sep 18, 2023
     | 874 views

    Illustration "The Meaning of Baptism" Evans, Tony. The Promise (Understanding God Series) . Moody Publishers. Kindle Edition.

    I. Baptism of the Spirit. (vs.2-6) A. Baptism of the Spirit is becoming saved 2 Corinthians 5:17 B. 1Co 12:13 For in one Spirit we were all baptized into one body—Jews or Greeks, slaves or free—and all were made to drink of one Spirit. C. We are regenerated D. In contrast the indwelling of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Son’s Gift Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Dec 9, 2010
     | 4,587 views

    Christ gives every believer the Holy Spirit who delivers us from the penalty and power of sin, dwells within us to give us a different attitude and destiny, and directs us to intimacy with our Heavenly Father. This is the true Spirit of Christmas.

    Just a few days before Christmas one year, a postal worker at one of the main sorting offices found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of her savings – $200 – had ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Gift Of The Mediator Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 27, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,277 views

    Scripture says that Jesus is our "mediator." What is a mediator and what did Jesus do to fill that need in our lives?

    OPEN: Humorist Dave Barry once wrote about gifts that were given to Jesus by the Wise Men. He suggested that if you carefully analyzed what the Bible tells us, you’d find there was an overlooked theological fact in the story. There is no mention of wrapping paper. Now why would the wisemen not use ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Let Us Remember Our Call! PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 663 views

    Emphasize the unity of believers in Christ, their shared purpose to show His love to the world, and the importance of living in harmony, acting justly, loving mercy, and walking humbly with God.

    Good morning, church family! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to gather with you all today, unified in our love for Christ and our desire to grow together in faith. As we dive into the Word today, we'll be focusing on Ephesians 4:4 and Micah 6:8, two scriptures that remind us of our unity in ...read more

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    The Gift Of Lent

    Contributed by John Vella on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,358 views

    Lent should be a springtime in our spiritual lives.

    First Sunday of Lent - Year C February 25th, 2007 Readings: * Deut. 26:4-10 * Rom 10:8-13 * Lk. 4:1-13 The Gift of Lent Jack, the painter, often would thin his paint so it would go further. So when the Church decided to do some deferred maintenance, Jack was able to put in the low bid, and got ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic