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Tree Or Chaff? Tall Timber Or Dust?

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Nov 22, 2009

based on 6 ratings

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An expository sermon on Psalm One with a challange for non-believers and believers alike.

We are told in life that it’s unfair to compare ourselves to others, say if I was to compare myself to a great musician like Andre Rieu, well I would come up an abysmal failure, or my leadership skills with Bill Hybels again I would not fit the bill, or my management skills with Stephen Tindall ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

For The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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Was Mary’s annointing of Jesus an extravagant gift or a waste of money?

For Love Of Jesus – John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: As I worked on this sermon, I heard in my head a song from a famous Broadway musical, “What I Did For Love” from The Chorus Line. These are the words sung by Diana and the Chorus: “Kiss today goodbye, the sweetness and the sorrow. Wish me luck, the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Whose Favor Do You Seek?"

Contributed by Matthew Hyde on Mar 7, 2002

based on 26 ratings

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Many Christians waste time seeking the favor of other people.

America is a nation full of people that want to please other men. There is nothing wrong with pleasing other men as long as you please God first. We have come to the place where our co-workers favor with us is better than that with God. We are no longer concerned with how God is pleased with us. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory Of Jesus

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 5, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 3,479 views

The Trinty is marked by giving glory away to each other. We are invited into this "glory-giving" relationship through Jesus

John 17:1-5 March 21, 2004 The Glory of Jesus As we head toward Good Friday and Easter, I have been drawn to Jesus’ prayer in John 17. Jesus has entered Jerusalem triumphantly on Palm Sunday, he has been teaching in the temple and on the streets. What he has been saying and doing has ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: *other

Looking For A Clean Stall

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 1, 2002

based on 70 ratings

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Many lose life in wishing for something else, and waste what is in their hands.

I ponder today, Searching for a clean stall. Too many of our hearts mourn over what we do not have, because our eyes and hearts fail to see what we do have. We pray more for things than people. Happiness becomes our goal. Several have told me in the last few days, "I just want to be happy!" This ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting On Gods Time Agenda

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 26, 2007

based on 7 ratings

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When you waste time, it has no resurrection! Use it wisely for the Kingdom.

Getting On Gods Time Agenda The key to successful Christianity begins when you get on Gods agenda for time and off of your own. Time is all we have-what we do with it is up to us. We must make the right decisions with our time. A wise Christian refuses to allow lifes demands to control their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rich Young Ruler - The Man Who Went Away Grieved

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 23, 2002

based on 208 ratings

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Sermon on rich Young ruler that is evangelistic

THE RICH YOUNG RULER - THE MAN WHO LEFT GRIEVED TEXT - Mark 10: 17 - 22 INTRO. - There have been many sermons preached on the Rich Young Ruler. They have been titled "The Fatal Refusal" and "The Man Who had Everything but the Main Thing" among others. Matthew, Mark, and Luke all record the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

No One Can Really Explain Away The Power Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Doug Koehler on May 22, 2002

based on 84 ratings

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There are souls who seek to explain away what God has done before them, even though they have seen His work with their own eyes. This text reminds us of how Peter dealt with those situations and thus we are encouraged by his actions.

May 19 2002 Day of Pentecost “The Activity of God is something that we just cannot explain away.” Acts 2:1-21 One of my long time friends, Charlie, was at my birthday party when I turned six. As a special gift to me, my mother hired a friend of hers who happened to do a few magic tricks. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

2 Hours And 40 Minutes Away From Your Vision

Contributed by Kenric Jameison on Nov 3, 2006

based on 4 ratings

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Do you think that God only wants 10% of your money? This sermon challenges each of us to give 10% of our time to the Lord everyday! Do it for 6 weeks with and see how your life changes.

2 Hours and 40 Minutes Away from Your Vision Habukuk 2: 1 - 4 Are you growing? How many of you can see further today than you could see yesterday? There is no doubt that all of us in this room couldn’t and wouldn’t be in this room today if it were not for the grace and mercy of God. When I ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Even When Our Hair Goes Gray (Or Away)…

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Sep 12, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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Even When Our Hair Goes Gray (Or Away)… 1) Believers have refuge 2) Believers have purpose

What do Ralph Klein (premier of Alberta), Andre Agassi (pro tennis player), and Cassie Campbell (Canadian gold medalist in hockey) have in common? They are famous people who recently retired. What do you suppose their retirement speech or “swan song” was about? Not surprisingly each spoke about ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:1-24

Denomination: Lutheran

I've Got To Walk Away From My Past

Contributed by Sherman Gordon on Jan 22, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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WHAT IS IT THAT KEEPS HOLDING YOU ENSLAVED TO YOUR PAST? WELL, WHATEVER IT IS . . . GOD IS CALLING YOU TO WALK AWAY FROM IT, BEFORE IT BEGINS TO WALK ALL OVER YOU. LET’S SEE WHAT THREE LESSONS WE CAN LEARN FROM JAOB.

I’VE GOT TO WALK AWAY FROM MY PAST GENESIS 35:1-6 INTRIGUED/ENTRENCHED . . . SAMUEL ALITO PHILISOPHICAL/POLITICAL DIFFERENCES REGARDING: QUESTIONABLE DEPLORABLE PAST PAST – HE REFUSED TO OVERTURN SIX OF HIS LAST CASES . . . PAST – ORGANIZATION . . . PAST – WAS NO SEPARATION BETWEEN ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Going Away Sad? What Does Your Giving Show?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 3, 2006

based on 23 ratings

| 3,693 views

Your personal giving reveals much about you. Jesus informed a man that he needed to give and he went away sad.

GOING AWAY SAD? WHAT DOES YOUR GIVING SHOW? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com IS BEING BUSY SUCCESS? THE MOSQUITO IS SWATTED FOR IT’S BUSYNESS. THE BEE IS PRAISED? WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE? I. YOU CAN GIVE AND NOT LOVE, BUT ONE CAN NEVER LOVE WITHOUT GIVING? LET US TRY TO DEFINE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:35

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"And Sent Her Away..." By Dr. E. Winson Butler

Contributed by Winson Butler on Sep 22, 2004

based on 14 ratings

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One degree makes all the difference. For example at 212 degrees water boils. One degree less and it’s just hot water. Abraham’s life took that one degree turn that brought devastation. Let’s see why!

Introduction Did you know that one degree can make all the difference between disaster or discovery for anyones life? For example, at 212 degrees water boils, one degree less and it’s just hot water! Still not convinced, then listen to George Woods as he wrote concerning Korean Airline flight ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:14, Genesis 26:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Remaining Faithful To God When He Feels Far Away

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jun 16, 2009

based on 14 ratings

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Advent sermon reflecting the life of Zechariah and Elizabeth and the need to keep the faith when it appaers our prayers are not being answered.

A mother was commenting one time about her children when they were little. She would always remind them on Christmas morning that it is Jesus’ birthday and he only received 3 gifts so don’t be disappointed in what lies under the tree. Then they all opened their presents. That next Sunday, while ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Methodist

"Just One Hair's Breath Away From This Side Of Crazy"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 19, 2008

based on 21 ratings

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A winning team needs a good defense and a good offense. Shammah and Benaniah illustrate defense and offense. They both were just one hair’s breathe away from this side of crazy! How about you?

Title: “Just One Hair’s Breathe this Side of Crazy!” Introduction: David is nearing the end of his life. He has become the mighty king of Israel. From his humble beginning as a shepherd, he had risen to be become the greatest king in the land. In this chapter, credit is given where credit ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

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