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A Peaceful Kingdom

Contributed by David Washburn on Dec 13, 2001

based on 88 ratings

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God’s gift during Advent is the promise of a peaceful kingdom, even in the midst of pain and suffering

The prophet Isaiah lived during the time around 720 BC, which is a significant date in Hebrew history, because it marks the time of the fall of the ten Northern Tribes of Israel. The Assyrian Empire, which was the world’s only superpower at the time, overtakes these ten tribes. We find in the first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sow What!

Contributed by Joe Jones on Jan 13, 2002

based on 41 ratings

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We use this text to describe the process of sowing and reaping, investing and return on investment, deposits and withdrawals. And in addition to that it contains some great insight to how to get the most out of life; not just here but in the hereafter as

Picture in your mind if you would this image…Jesus, crowded by many seeking his wisdom, stepping into a boat and sitting down to teach while the many stood on the bank in anticipation. Why didn’t he just have the disciples push the crowd back, why the boat? Was Jesus claustrophobic? Did he need ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Time To Turn Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jan 14, 2002

based on 86 ratings

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Repentance and its relationship to the truth. 1. The Truth may not be easy to hear. 2. The Truth demands change. 3. The truth is the same for everyone.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 6 It’s Time to Turn Luke 3:1-20 Dr. John R. Hamby Approximately eighteen years have passed since Mary and Joseph found their lost twelve-year old son in the temple, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Eldership Installation: Where Quality Matters

Contributed by Chad Martens on Apr 29, 2002

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Sermon on elder installation. Covers the requirements to be an elder, some of the duties of an elder, and the congregations responsibility TO the elders.

Eldership: Where Quality Matters Elder Installation 1 Timothy 3:2-7 A sermon by: Chad Martens, Senior Minister Town and Country Christian Church Cameron, MO INTRODUCTION: Today we have the privilege to be able to set aside 2 of our men and ordain them as elders of Christ’s Church. In preparing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-7, 2 Peter 2:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

People Fishing

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Feb 11, 2002

based on 85 ratings

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Sermon for the Third Sunday after the Epiphany The Call of the Disciples

3rd Sunday after Epiphany Matthew 4:12-23 "People Fishing" I would like to share with you part of a sermon preached by Charles Spurgeon, one of England’s most powerful preaches during the 1850’s where his church grew from 300 members to well over 5000. I have many what I call "heroes" in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 10, 2002

based on 44 ratings

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one of a series on Building Community

Building Community - Encourage One Another People are less connected, less involved, less active in their communities today. People participate less in organizations and groups of every kind than they did a generation ago. What we are seeing is that the "glue" which holds our society together, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

For Heavens Sake-Have A Heart Series

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Mar 19, 2002

based on 10 ratings

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From Phillipians 2 - a sermon about brokeness and a heart set towards the cross

“For Heaven’s Sake – Have a Heart!” Philippians 2: 5-11 Introduction [Create Interest] Have a few colored glass bottles or glassware. Hold them up to the congregation, explaining that we often view ourselves, as we desire to see ourselves instead of the way God sees the work He is doing in us. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Conflicts Arise In Christian Community

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

based on 94 ratings

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Learn the principles for dealing successfully with the inevitable conflicts that arise in church

Last week, we looked at how integrating God’s influence results in healthy relationships. The four steps contained in Philippians 3:15-4:1 were "ask God for clear thinking, live what we know from God, pattern after godly people and make room for a biblical future." If we could do this perfectly ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: *other

Great Mistakes

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2002

based on 57 ratings

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To err is human, to forgive is divine!

Great Mistakes! Thesis: To err is human, to forgive is divine! Text: Mark 14:27-31 "You will all fall away,’ Jesus told them, ’for it is written: ‘I will strike the shepherd, and the sheep will be scattered.’ But after I have risen, I will go ahead of you into Galilee. Peter declared, ‘ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-31, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Prodigal Sons" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 11, 2002

based on 351 ratings

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Sometimes the worst thing God can do is to give us what we want. the prodigal leaves for a "far country", a place which exists first in our hearts.

"The Prodigal Sons", Luke 15:11-32 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Outline: Restlessness> vss 1- 11-12 Rebellion> vss 13-16 Repentance> vss 17-19 Reconciliation> vss 20-24 Resentment> vss 25-32 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Congregational

How To Communicate Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

based on 23 ratings

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HOW TO COMMUNICATE ACROSS CULTURES

TIPS FOR CROSS-CULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS Illustration: When Hudson Taylor was director of the China Inland Mission, he often interviewed candidates for the mission field. On one occasion, he met with a group of applicants to determine their motivations for service. "And why do you wish to go as a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Community - Encourage One Another Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 1, 2001

based on 184 ratings

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We need to encourage one another, because encouragement is a powerful tool to help one another persevere in faith.

Lately, we’ve been discussing what it means for the church to be a community, and how we can build and maintain a sense of community in the church. Why is this topic important? In our country, social bonds have been steadily eroding for the last forty years. People are less connected, less ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Older Brothers Anonymous

Contributed by Jeeva Sam on Apr 5, 2001

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In what ways are we like the Older Brother in the Parable of the Two sons?

You’ve heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Gamblers Anonymous, Emotions Anonymous and Overeaters Anonymous. But have you ever heard of OLDER BROTHERS ANONYMOUS? Let’s take a quick poll -- How many of you were the baby in your family? Would you stand, please? Thank you. Please be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Methodist

An Invitation To Get To Know Jesus

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 2, 2001

based on 125 ratings

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Step into the shoes of those around the table at Simon’s house.

Luke 7:36-50 It was an invitation that I couldn’t refuse. Oh, I had received lots of invitations in my lifetime; invitations to weddings, invitations to parties, invitations to fund raising gatherings for religious organizations and political parties. But never an invitation quite like this one. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Praise A Woman

Contributed by T. Scott Womble on May 10, 2001

based on 544 ratings

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Proverbs 31:10-31 tells of 12 qualities that are praise worthy. (With each quality, a flower is placed in a vase and given away at the end)

“How to Praise a Woman” Proverbs 31:10-31 INTRO A man was walking along a California beach and stumbled across an old lamp. He picked it up, rubbed it - and out popped a genie. The genie said, “Ok. You released me from the lamp .. blah, blah. This is the 4th time this month and I’m getting a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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