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In The Image Of God Series

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jun 17, 2019

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What does it mean that God is Creator? What does it mean that we are in the image of God.

Outline: In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. Then, when everything else was ready, God created humankind. Imagine, if God had done it any other way. Picture the earth as it began, formless, shapeless. Then picture how God created it. As you picture it, we need to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:26-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Identify What Kind Of Person You Are?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014

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TYPES OF PERSONALITIES...5 kinds of people in the world ---Hearers? Breakers? Takers? Fakers? Makers? WHERE ARE YOU?

LET US IDENTIFY WHO WE REALLY ARE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We all need enthusiasm, joy, energy to BE EFFECTIVE IN DAILY LIVING. We must develop VISION with PASSION and COMPASSION... DO WE EVER CONSIDER MOMENTUM... EXPECTANCY... ENCOURAGEMENT... WE SHOULD REALIZE HOW ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Repentance For Christmas

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 4, 2016

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Let’s look at Matthew 3:1-12 and the idea of repentance as preparation for Christ.

Intro A commercialized, materialistic Christmas disappoints us every year. We spend money we don’t have on gifts that our children don’t need and we end up raising unhappy and selfish adults who don’t appreciate the greatest Christmas gift of all. What we really need, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Jonah's Problem

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 10, 2015

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Jonah's Problem

Jonah 4 1. Jonah's Prayer v's 1-4 Note His :- (a) Frustration In Prayer 1 But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was very angry. “It was evil to Jonah, a great ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Pathway To Wisdom Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

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This is the 4th Sermon from the Book of Proverbs Series, "Wisdom For Life".

Series: Wisdom For Life [#4] THE PATHWAY TO WISDOM Proverbs 2:1-22 Introduction: We are going to talk about a journey, a journey toward real wisdom. This part of the Bible shows us how God’s guidance and our effort can help us find wisdom. Wisdom is more than just knowing things. It’s like a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jury Duty [judge Not / Judging] Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 26, 2006

based on 167 ratings

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Jesus said "Judge Not." What this means, doesn’t mean, and how the Lord masterfully illustrated the true interpretation of this verse. Link included to formatted text and PowerPoint template.

Jury Duty Matthew 7:1-5 Ever been called to jury duty? Ever been asked to ‘make a judgment’ about a matter? Some Christians seem to feel they are on ‘permanent jury duty’ as they go thru life. And Jesus addresses this fact in this final leg of the Sermon on the Mount. Today 12 members of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Church That Glorifies God - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 9, 2015

based on 7 ratings

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Part 2 of a Church that glorifies God

A Church that Glorifies God - 2 A Church that Glorifies God… Recognizes God’s Blessings – Acts 5:12-16 Relies on God’s Direction – Acts 5:17-32 Rejoices in Suffering for God’s Name – Acts 5:33-42 Slide Negatives This past week we had a few tough ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:12-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Anchors For The Storm

Contributed by Ben Peak on Jan 3, 2008

based on 24 ratings

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Storms… they are part of life. And here in our text, Paul faces some storms. And through this time in Paul’s life we can find the anchors which held him firm during those storms.

You know, the Bible is packed full of some really great stories. Stories that tell us history like the creation story. Stories of love like the one we find in the book of Ruth. Stories of war are scattered all over the Old Testament. Stories with drama like the lives of Joseph and David. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:13-34

Denomination: Holiness

Faith In The Storms - Lessons From Matthew 14 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 8, 2025

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Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and presence in the midst of life’s storms, calling us to walk by faith, not fear. Trust in God for His Grace, Provision, Compassion, and Healing.

2025.06.08. Sermon Notes. FAITH IN THE STORMS - Lessons from Matthew 14 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: MATTHEW 14:1-36, JOHN 16:33 BIG IDEA: Faith in the Storm. Jesus is sovereign over every need, fear, and circumstance. He alone satisfies, sustains, and saves. Jesus reveals His power and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-36, John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Pattern For Life And Love Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 2, 2002

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Exposition of Romans 12:11 regarding diligence and laziness.

“The Pattern for Life and Love” Romans 12:11 Review I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of Righteousness • Dedicate fully your body and soul to God’s service • Renew your thinking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Even Parents With A Perfect Child Have Problems

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 2, 2002

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This message can be used during the Christmas season or a family series and illustrates how Christians deal with the curves that life give us in marriage and life.

Even Parents with the Perfect Child have problems! Luke 2:1-7 Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2002) Introduction: Today as continue our sermon series entitled Crosspoints we will look specifically at the “Parents in the Pageant.” Our focus will be on Mary and Joseph and remember we are introduced to them ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

When The Church Prays

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 15, 2002

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When the church prays as a body, God accomplishes great things in His world.

September 16, 2001 Acts 4:23-31 “When the church prays” 1. The church prays in response to God‘s actions. (4:23-24)  They were thankful for God’s deliverance. [recount the events that led up to this impromptu prayer meeting] Sometimes, God chooses to rescue His people ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31

Denomination: Baptist

Life

Contributed by Robert Parker on Jun 22, 2003

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God will give us Life and life more abundant when we submit to his will. Jesus said that the words that I speak they are spirit and they are life...

Scripture: John 6:63-64 (6:63) “It is the spirit that quickeneth; the flesh profiteth nothing, The words that I speak unto you , they are spirit , and they are life.” (6:64) “ But there are some of you that believe not.” The words I speak to you they are spirit… And they are life… They are ...read more

Scripture: John 6:63-64, John 11:39-44

Denomination: Christian Church

Dealing With Discouragement

Contributed by James Buchanan on Sep 21, 2003

based on 159 ratings

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Looking at the life of Elijah, this sermons examines how we can overcome discouragement in our lives

A little girl had been trying for months to learn the art of tying her shoes. She finally grasped the knack and was able to do it by herself. Her parents expected the child to be delighted, but were surprised by her disappointment. Her father asked why she was crying. She sobbed, "I just learned ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Commitment To Trust

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 2, 2005

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Our greatest trust should be in the Lord.

INTRO. - ILL. - Two partners from a small law firm were having lunch when suddenly one of them looked alarmed. He announced, "I have to go back to the office right away! I forgot to lock the safe!" "What are you worried about?" asked the other lawyer. "We’re both here." Do lawyers trust ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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