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Humility

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

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Humility is beyond a shadow of a doubt the most significant element of walking in divine favor. It is directly opposed to pride. Where pride seeks selfish gain, humility seeks selfless gain. True humility is to esteem another more greatly than yourself.

To humble oneself before God in repentance is mandatory for all Christians.The sin of pride is at the root of all evil. Self-exaltation and rebellion is what caused satan to be "cut down to the ground." At one time, satan was called Lucifer, which means "son of the morning." He ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8, 1 Peter 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Mankind Shall See The Glory Of The Lord

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 14, 2001

based on 58 ratings

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Manifesting the glory of God

Lk. 3:15-22 Theme: All mankind shall see the glory of the Lord Text: Is. 40:1-5, 9-11; Titus 2:11-14, 3:4-7; Lk. 3:15-16, 21-22 Read Isaiah 40:5 “The glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together; for the mouth of the Lord has spoken.” One important lesson we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22, Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Finding True Joy

Contributed by Joel W. Lohr on Oct 27, 2001

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A look at Romans 14 to determine what Christians can do to encourage others in the faith while growing towards Righteousness in our own lives as well.

So often, the things that the world considers to be joy giving are in very stark contrast to the message of the gospel. It is perhaps no more clearly illustrated than in our scripture reading for today. Looking at the political world, the business world, the financial world, the world of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Pregnant Virgin Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 20, 2001

based on 444 ratings

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This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Christmas Surprises". This sermon is about Mary’s reaction to the news of her pregnancy.

Sunday Evening November 25, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: Christmas Surprises [#2] A PREGNANT VIRGIN? Luke 1:26-56 Introduction: This morning we looked at 4 bad girls of the Bible that were relatives of our Savior. Tonight I want us to look at yet another Christmas Surprise. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-56

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Meaning In Life

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 3, 2002

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Many are desperately searching for true meaning in this life. The answer is found in this passage of Scripture.

FINDING THE MEANING IN LIFE TEXT: ECCLESIASTES. 1:1,2 INTRO: One of the funniest catchphrases of recent years is from an old Wendy’s commercial. An elderly woman and her friends open their hamburger buns and found them virtually bare. The perceptive old lady, who was able to see beyond the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Jesus Die

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 2, 2002

based on 34 ratings

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The Purpose for Jesus death expounded.

WHY DID JESUS DIE? II CORINTHIANS 5: 14-18 Introduction: Recently in speaking with a young man, I asked, "Why did Jesus die?" He replied that Jesus was crucified because he had angered the Jewish religious leaders. He knew the historical facts surrounding the death of Christ but had no concept ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer 1- The Place And Priority Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 3, 2003

based on 30 ratings

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Prayers: 1)Relationship 2)Rewards 3)Right place

The place and priority of prayer Mt 6:1-8 WBC 5.1.02 am Baptismal Service of Timmy Hayward An elderly gentleman passed his granddaughter’s room one night and overheard her repeating the alphabet in an oddly reverent way. "What on earth are you up to?" he asked. "I’m saying my prayers," ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Unity...an Open Door Before Us Series

Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Feb 2, 2003

based on 338 ratings

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Ephesians Series #11 God is calling all believers to walk in unity. It is time for us to lay down our differences and embrace one another. Paul gives us the steps how.

A Walk That Is Worthy Part 11 Unity: An Open Door Before Us Text: Eph 4:1-5 Intro: This morning I would like to continue on with our examination of the book of Ephesians.I have entitled the series “A walk that is Worthy” This morning in our text we read these words…Paul said “As a prisoner for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Potter

Contributed by John Gullick on May 1, 2002

based on 25 ratings

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A sermon in story form that uses a made up fairy tale to lay the platform for discussing the Potter and the clay.

JER 18:1 This is the word that came to Jeremiah from the LORD: 2 "Go down to the potter’s house, and there I will give you my message." 3 So I went down to the potter’s house, and I saw him working at the wheel. 4 But the pot he was shaping from the clay was marred in his hands; so the potter ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Did Jesus Die

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 4, 2002

based on 104 ratings

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Jesus died not only to pay the price for our sin and to defeat Satan but to change our lives forever.

WHY DID JESUS DIE? II CORINTHIANS 5: 14-18 Introduction: Recently in speaking with a young man, I asked, "Why did Jesus die?" He replied that Jesus was crucified because he had angered the Jewish religious leaders. He knew the historical facts surrounding the death of Christ but had no concept ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Justice From Within

Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 7:49-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Building A Caring Church: Summing It All Up Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

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Being what God wants us to be in the church

Introduction: Over the past several months we have focused our attention on what it will take for our church to be the kind of church that Christ wants us to be - a caring, committed, Christ centered community. Today I would like to summarize those necessary building blocks to achieve this goal by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In Community Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 10, 2002

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Second in a series on Building community

The terrible attack on our land just a few days ago has had one tremendous positive result: Unity People are praying and singing together. Sports Stadiums filled with singing and praying people. Congress sang "God Bless America on the steps of the Capitol Building. Children have been praying in ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, 2 Corinthians 3:7-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Servants By God's Authority

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 8, 2004

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Epiphany 5: Our holy God makes us fit to be his servants through the forgiveness that Jesus won for us through his Cross and Resurrection.

Have you ever read about the homeless children that live in Russia, India and South America? There have been several stories and TV documentaries that have aired in which the plight of these children has been described. There are literally thousands of these children that live in the most pitiful ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Empty Tomb Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

based on 9 ratings

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Part 3 in series on Resurrection - what happened that morning chronologically, and what it all means to us.

Mark 16:1-8 – The Empty Tomb Milton Berle once told a story about hope. Four widows are playing cards in the retirement home they lived in. A good-looking older fellow walks in, bags under each arm. "What’s a good-looking man like you doing here?" one asks. "I’m moving in," he says. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

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