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Living Sacrifices Series

Contributed by Art Good on Jun 7, 2007

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Why do Christians wear a cross? What is its meaning to the church? In this message we are going to look at 4 images that will help us understand the place of the cross in the life of the believer.

Illus. In Texas last week, an 18 year old man was arrested for wearing a noose in public. As Jewelry. Seems kind of morbid doesn’t it? A noose is an instrument of an agonizing death. It represents vigilante law, I would never be proud to wear a noose. What about an electric chair? Did you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Wesleyan

Mushrooms Or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth As God Intended (Sermon #2) Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 17, 2007

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Salvation is free; discipleship will cost everything we have

Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #2 Sermon Objective: Being a Christ-follower requires one to surrender themselves to God’s will for their lives. INTRO Last week we began a Bible series called Mushrooms and Maple Trees. Mushrooms sprout up overnight and then ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-38

Denomination: Nazarene

Taking Up The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 7, 2006

based on 37 ratings

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The importance of ’denying oneself’ and ’taking up the cross.’

TAKING UP THE CROSS MARK 8:27-38 INTRODUCTION... How do you work this thing? There’s the story of a soldier frantically digging in during battle as shells fall all around him. Suddenly his hand feels something metal and he grabs it. It’s a silver cross. Another shell explodes and he buries his ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Casual Faith Or Committed Faith?

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Mar 18, 2006

based on 130 ratings

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What is the secret to real Christian living? Not how much you know; great leadership ability; personal charisma; or even a winning, positive attitude. The real key to Christian living is summed up in 2 words: FOLLOW ME.

CASUAL FAITH OR COMMITTED FAITH? Mark 8:34, If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself & take up his cross & follow me. Intro: I saw a cartoon that showed a church building with a billboard in front that said: "The LITE CHURCH: 24% fewer commitments, home of the 71/2% tithe, 15 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34

Denomination: Holiness

By Grace You Have Been Saved Through Faith

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 13, 2005

based on 6 ratings

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How we are saved

I. SALVATION IS AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW. "By grace ARE YE SAVED through faith." Definition of "salvation." Salvation can be a PRESENT POSSESSION. Paul writes to the Ephesians . . . "By grace ARE YE SAVED through faith" (v. 8); "By grace YE ARE SAVED" (v. 5); In other words, "YOU ARE ALREADY ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Son Of God

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 20, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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5 things Gabriel said about Jesus

Luke 1:26-35 Jesus, The Son of God Woodlawn Baptist Church December 2, 2001 Introduction Only 22 shopping days left! Do you have yours done? This past week as Kathy and I have been out, we have stood in the long lines and thought about that "just right" gift for each member of the family. It ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-35

Denomination: Baptist

Media's War Against Christians

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2007

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A look at the way the media question, denounce, or just plain ignore the good news.

PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out _________________________________________________ + At WAR > Mt 24:9 Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. + Family News In Focus - sound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:12

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit - The Provision Of Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Nov 3, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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To discover the Biblical the provision of the Holy Spirit.

Holy Spirit - The Provision of the 1. The Provision of the Holy Spirit – the Father’s Promise Luke 24:49 “I am going to send you what my Father has promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high.” With the coming of the promised Holy Spirit, at that first ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Church Of God

Moral Madness Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 13, 2009

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A sermon on sin and how it affects a person.

Sermon for 1/11/2009 Moral Madness Ephesians 4:17-19 Introduction: HOWARD HENDRICKS: Popular seminary professor for many years. Many young men were taught by him over the years. Keeps a little black book with him wherever he goes. He writes in there the names of men whom he taught in seminary ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Gift That Is Just Indescribable Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Dec 24, 2008

based on 11 ratings

| 7,735 views

This message examines the importance of the incarnation and Christ’s attitude in regard to the Christmas story.

Many times some very significant events slip under the radar and do not make the headlines. Many times it is due to the fact that the world’s eyes are fixed upon a seemingly larger event. For example, in 1809 the eyes of the world were on Napoleon as he marched across Europe. As the world watched ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sharing What We Have Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 15, 2009

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The early church was exemplary. They relied upon the power and grace of the Lord Jesus, and in concerted prayer experience victory in a harsh environment. They expressed their love for God by a sincere love for people, in meeting everyone’s needs.

This passage provides a picture of a great church. • We see the unity of the people, a passion for God’s Kingdom, the courage to preach His Word, the power of God manifesting in miracles, and on and on. • This is what we are striving for as a church. These are our prayers for the church today, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

7 Ways To Increase Your Faith

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 8, 2009

based on 23 ratings

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Peter had faith, but he knew it needed to grow. He instructs us on 7 areas to add to our faith. Peter the rock, from a sinful swearing sailor, to a fisher of men, a preacher and founder of the church.

3.08.2009 Sermon By William Akehurst, HSWC Increasing and Adding to our faith Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your God Is Too Small And Stuck In A Box

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 9, 2009

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Our minds want a god we can control, but that’s not following Jesus

Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. 32He said all this quite openly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. 33But turning and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Obedience - To Obey Is The Only Way

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Dec 29, 2000

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Obedience is difficult and requires deep commitment

Webster defines the word as "following the commands or guidance of; to conform to or comply with." *Becoming a Born-Again Christian requires obedience. It is the key condition of your relationship with God, whose Lordship demands obedience. Through obedience, you fulfill His commands ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5, Hebrews 3:18-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blessed Are The Persecuted Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Feb 11, 2001

based on 127 ratings

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Eighth and final sermon on developing Christian character. Sermon includes examples of Christian persecution both in the United States and around the world.

Blessed Are Those Who Are Persecuted TEXT: Mat 5:10-12 INTRODUCTION · Finishing up series on the Beatitudes · Other sermons deal ingredients of Christian character · This one talks about the maltreatment the Christian can expect · Basic Beatitude is in verse 10; expanded on in vss ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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