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The Confident Servant

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Mar 6, 2007

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Paul is addressing the elders at Ephesus as he heads for Jerusalem, and in doing so he gives us a great picture of what makes a servant of God confident in what he is doing.

Passage: Acts 20:13-28 Intro: Once in a while, when things are a little overwhelming in my life, I have what Jan and I call “the church dream.” 1. I’m here, though the room is usually a little larger, with a lot more people. 2. the service is underway as I walk in, but I don’t recognize the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Where Is God When I'm Hurting? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Mar 9, 2007

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Suffering is never easy, but understanding what God is up to helps us cooperate with Him in the process of using our pain for good results.

One of the biggest speed bumps to understanding God can be our encounters with pain and suffering. The hurts we experience may stem from abandonment or abuse, sorrow and loss, fears and failures, setbacks and confrontations, chronic illness and pain - the list is long. We all hurt for a variety ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Character Of Patience Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007

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This is the 4th in a series of fruits of the Spirit, or the chacter of a Christian: Patience

I. Someone shared with me a story this week of a young boy who witnessed a Baptism at his local Baptist Church. And he heard how the minister described it made that person part of the family of God. This got the young boy to thinking and so the next morning he decided to baptize the family cats. ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: United Methodist

From Suffering To Hope

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 1, 2007

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When life seems to give us a raw deal, as Christians we can stand tall knowing our suffering can make us strong and develop in us new depths of integrity and maturity which give us our confidence about the future.

Romans 5: 1 – 5 From Suffering to Hope Intro: You have one of those days or weeks that absolutely wear you out. All you want to do is relax and forget about everything. You sit down in front of the TV and want to escape --- There appears before you a commercial for BOWFLEX – you know the one ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Secret To Contentment Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Jun 4, 2007

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In this passage, we discover how to be truly content, no matter what.

The Secret to Contentment Phil. 4:10-13 Illus. Don’t you just love hearing/telling secrets? •Recently, I spoke at a local Christian school. Afterward, I sat down with a 5 y.o. red-headed girl who proceeded to tell me all about her life. Suddenly, out of the blue, she said, "My Mommy has brown ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Part 3: Jesus Can Strengthen Me. Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 5, 2007

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*I am going through a rough time in life, and I need someone to strengthen me. Jesus Christ can give you all the strength you will ever need.

Jesus Can 2007 Part 3: Jesus Can Strengthen Me. Philippians 4:4-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Feb. 4, 2007 *I’ve lost my job. I’ve gotten a bad report from the doctor. My mate has let me down. My child is in trouble. I have miserably failed. I am going through a rough time ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-19

Denomination: Baptist

Drawing Comfort From God's Sovereignty

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 7, 2007

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We can find ourselves in precarious positions where we wonder what will become of us. And yet our sovereign God is using even our weakness to accomplish His purposes.

Passage: Acts 23:12-35 Intro: Our lives are filled with questions. 1. when we were seniors in college and not in a serious relationship, we asked “who?” 2. all of our lives we are asked, “What are you going to be…?” 3. and when we are in trouble, we ask two questions: “When is this going to end, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:12-35

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God Succeeds When Our Plan Fails

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 7, 2007

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Stranded on a foreign beach, dripping wet and freezing cold, Paul’s plan was definitely on hold. But watch how this man of God continues to be effectively used in the middle of failure.

Passage: Acts 28:1-16 Intro: Standing on the beach of an unknown island, freezing cold with both seawater and rainwater dripping off his nose, I wonder if Paul was a little puzzled. 1. his plan had been to go to Rome and have an audience with the highest powers of his world. 2. and instead he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Manna Again?! Yuk!" Series

Contributed by John Tung on Jun 15, 2007

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Like the Israelites in the wilderness, we complain too easily. Learn what a complaint to God is, and be surprised at what happens when we complain to God.

“MANNA AGAIN?! YUK!” Numbers 11:4-9, 31-34 John Tung, 6-3-07 I. Introduction Long, long time ago, a nation had a king. This king was greater than any king in the whole world. He was strong, protective, wise and provided for this people. The only problem was that this king was invisible. ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Let Everything That Has Breathe Praise The Lord.”

Contributed by Levi Wright on Jun 16, 2007

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God created all creation to worship and praise Him. Even the fowl and the birls of the air give the Lord praise.“Let Everything That Has Breathe Praise The Lord.”

Banner of Praise Ministries Rev. Dr. Levi Howard Wright, Pastor & Founder “Let Everything That Has Breathe Praise The Lord.” Written By: Reverend Levi Howard Wright PSALM 150:1-6 1 Praise ye the LORD. Praise God in his sanctuary: praise him in the firmament of his power. 2 Praise him for his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Money,money, Money Series

Contributed by Dan Neary on Jun 17, 2007

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Sixth in a series of seven in Ecclesiastes, this sermon deals with money, wealth, and riches.

Sermon Dan Neary Ecclesiastes on Money and Wealth Sermon #6 of 7 in our series on Ecclesiastes, and we come to money and wealth. We’ve gotten into this habit of tying pop songs to these messages… so I couldn’t resist… ABBA (shouldn’t we all listen to ABBA on Fathers’ Day?). Could it possibly be ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:10-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Christians Disagree

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007

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Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church.

When Christians Disagree Acts 15:36-41 Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church. Which reminds me of a story I heard a few years ago. A Scottish Presbyterian is rescued after many years of living alone on a desert island. When he is picked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An American Idol: Wealth

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 9, 2007

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A sermon on godliness with contentment.

An American Idol: Wealth I Tim. 6:6-10 INTRO.: Idolatry is one of the sins God hates most. The very first commandment of the Decalogue is Ex 20:3 “You shall have no other gods before me.” Yet, sometimes we worship things that are not God. We put them before God. We strive to be able to amass more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices: When Ministry Is Cumbersome?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 13, 2006

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Do we work for God? Or with God? Martha teaches us a powerful lesson, she had Jesus in her house, but her ministry cumbered her, and she missed an opportunity of being at Jesus’ feet.

CHOICES --- WHEN MINISTRY IS CUMBERED? ATTITUDES --- ELEVATED SELF OPINIONS? MARTHA IS A TATTLETAIL! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. CHOICE: THE ACT OF CHOOSING OPTION CREAM OF THE CROP CARE IN SELECTING DIFFERENT AVAILABLE COURSES OF ACTION Luke 10:38 Now it came to pass, as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-41

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 23, 2006

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There are many different philosophies of life, some more helpful than others. This message focuses on what life is really all about.

14, April 2006 Easter Sunday Service The Meaning of Life We are here this morning to celebrate the greatest event in human history. This is the day that we remember the empty tomb and the final victory over death. John 5:24 "I tell you the truth; whoever hears my word and believes him who sent ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:10-11

Denomination: Mennonite

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