Dealing With Temptation
Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000
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Introductory ConsiderationFrom Temptation to Death James 1:12-171.
Introductory ConsiderationFrom Temptation to Death James 1:12-171. "I try so hard not to talk about others, but before I realize it, the words are out of my mouth". "I believe I am a Christian, but I sure wonder when I act theway I do." " I feel like giving up. I just cannot overcome the evil ...read more
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Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The Heart Of The Matter Series
Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004
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David, Pt. 1 of 15
THE HEART OF THE MATTER (1 SAM. 16)During the wedding rehearsal, the groom approached the pastor with an unusual offer. “Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to me and the part where I’m to promise to “love, honor and obey” and “forsaking all others, be ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
Hearts Of Stone Series
Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 13, 2022
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There are several places in the Bible where God has promised to give us new hearts … hearts for Him alone … but in order for Him to give us new hearts, hearts of flesh, hearts for Him alone, He has to break our hearts of stone.
[Note: The theme for this Lenten series is "stone." I have stones at the church and each week the people are asked to pick up a stone and hold it during the service and then place it at the foot of a wooden cross placed at the front of the sanctuary. Each stone has a meaning. On the ...read more
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Denomination: United Methodist
From Faith To Faith
Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000
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A. IMPACT OF THIS EPISTLE1.
A. IMPACT OF THIS EPISTLE1. "When anyone gains a knowledge of this Epistle he has an entrance opened to him to all the most hidden treasures of Scripture." - John Calvin2. "Time and again in the course of human history it has liberated the minds of men, brought them back to an understanding of ...read more
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The Sleep, The Call, The Answer
Contributed by David E. Bowyer Jr. on Feb 20, 2010
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What does the story from 1 Samuel 3:1-10 tell us. That can be applied to the church
The Sleep, The call, The answer. (where the word preach Is by itself It is meant as a reminder to let the spirit lead and not just read notes)1 Samuel 3:1-10 1And the child Samuel ministered unto the LORD before Eli. And the word of the LORD was precious in those days; there ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
Wired To Worship! Series
Contributed by Jason W. Lawson on Aug 17, 2012
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#1 in the series
What is the one thing that we will do in heaven that we do on Earth? Preaching? disciple-making? Missions? It is worship! Worship is an end in itself, not a means to something else. Meaning, if you only worship God because you get something out of it, then it ceases to be worship because you are ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Three Biblical Truths About Christ Series
Contributed by Jordan Muck on Sep 9, 2016
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Sermon series on 1 John
Series: 1 John Week: 19Passage: 1 John 4:13-16Title: Three Biblical Truths about ChristFocus: Jesus Christ as GodINTRODUCTION: John has discussed the following principles numerous times. At this point we ought to have wrapped our minds around the concepts he is addressing. Therefore today ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Preparing Your World To Meet Jesus-2
Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 17, 2004
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Jesus’ ministry expansion began with a mission briefing. What must a mission briefing cover to prepare the world to meet Jesus? 22 principles to prepare your world for Jesus. Part 2 of a 5-part sermon.
PREPARING YOUR WORLD TO MEET JESUS-II—Luke 10:1-16Need:It takes much more than one ‘lone wolf’ to bring down the prey.A lot of basic Christian tenets in this section!Jesus ministry expansion began with a mission briefing.Preparing your world to meet Jesus requires mission briefing.What ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Holy Hospitality
Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002
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Titus 1:8
HOLY HOSPITALITYTITUS 1:8PART 1 There is a story of a pastor who made it a habit of being hospitable and visiting his church members on Saturday morning. He came upon one house were it was obvious that someone was home. Lights we on, the car sat in the drive way. The pastor knocked ...read more
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Denomination: Bible Church
Render To God The Things That Are God's
Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 11, 2013
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Jesus says, "Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's; and to God the things that are God's" (Matt 22:21). Most sermons on this verse deal with the first part of this verse, but what does the second part mean? What does it mean to render to God?
MAIN TEXT: Matt 22:15-22 (parallels in Mark 12:13–17 and Luke 20:20–26)The Jews were desperately seeking to discredit Jesus, because within the context, He was speaking parables against them. They would stop at nothing to do so. Within the context of this verse, various groups ask Him ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Shameless
Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 13, 2019
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A study in the book of Jeremiah 3: 1 – 25
Jeremiah 3: 1 – 25Shameless1 “They say, ‘If a man divorces his wife, and she goes from him and becomes another man’s, may he return to her again?’ Would not that land be greatly polluted? But you have played the harlot with many lovers; Yet return to Me,” says the LORD. 2 “Lift up your eyes to ...read more
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Denomination: Calvary Chapel
A Grieving Friend, A Dead Girl And A Sick Woman
Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2006
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This sermon examines three stories of faith as found in 2 Samuel 1:1, 17 - 27 and Mark 5: 21 - 43.
Mark 5: 21 – 43 - A Dead Girl and A Sick Woman2 Samuel 1:1, 17 - 27Intro: This week has been a particularly difficult one for me. It seemed as though every time I started one project or task something or someone would interrupt and I was off in a different direction. That’s sort of how I ...read more
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Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The Pursuit Of Kings
Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000
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A. INTRODUCTION1.
A. INTRODUCTION1. Our study last week took us through Judges 6, where we first encountered that reluctant hero, Gideon. Three chapters of this great book are devoted to Gideon -- who also came to be known as J __ __ __ __ - B __ __ __ ( "Let Baal Contend," or "Baal-Fighter" ) -- so we are able to ...read more
Room For Improvement Series
Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 22, 2006
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Joshua, Pt. 1
JOSHUA: BE STRONG AND COURAGEOUSThe names and the lives of Joshua and Moses were inseparable, but Joshua’s rise was not predicated on Moses’ fall. Joshua’s rise was not spectacular or sensational. His star was continually on the rise, and Moses’ fall only propelled him to the limelight and ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
Filthy Lucre
Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Aug 28, 2002
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Titus 1:7
FILTHY LUCRE TITUS 1:7PART 1 This morning I have brought in a one my coins from my collection. Describe coin. This was the same type of coin as in the story of Jesus being confronted by the Herodians and asked if it is lawful to pay taxes or not. Jesus asks for a coin. Jesus notes who ...read more
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Denomination: Bible Church
