State Of Denial - Part 2
Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Dec 3, 2020
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Last time we saw that Peter’s overconfidence and pride kept him from trusting the Lord. His pride began to cut away at his faith...
Last time we saw that Peter’s overconfidence and pride kept him from trusting the Lord. His pride began to cut away at his faith. His weak faith in Jesus began to give way to fear. Denying the Lord Jesus was a natural consequence of this fear.Someone has said, “The conclusion of a dying faith ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
Should I Stay Or Should I Go? Series
Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023
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Difficult circ*mstances that move us to GROAN for wisdom are the same circ*mstances God uses to GROW us in wisdom
Should I Stay Or Should I Go?Act 21:1-26One of the regular tasks I encounter as a pastor is I am often sought out for advice or counsel from people who are in the middle of making difficult decisions. All of us have to make difficult decisions at different times in our lives. Right now, our ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Truth About Angels
Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000
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A. INTRODUCTION1.
A. INTRODUCTION1. Who would have guessed that, in the 1990's, western civilization would become completely fascinated by angels? We are fairly inundated with them! Everywhere you look, there are angels: angel jewelry, angel posters, angel telephone "hot lines," angel "good luck" charms, angel ...read more
After The Easter Parade
Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 24, 2001
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There ought to be a spirit of excitement & joy that permeates the church. He is alive! Jesus Christ has won! (Powerpoint available - #162)
MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK(Revised: 2015)(Powerpoints used with this message are available for free. Just email me at mnewland@sstelco.com and request #162.)A. Two Sundays ago was Easter Sunday, a very special day to us as we celebrated once again, as we do each ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The Father Has A Son!
Contributed by Neal Gray on Dec 24, 2001
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The Father allowed His precious Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to take birth in this human race. Imagine how the Father must have felt as Jesus was being born!
"The Father Has a Son!"Author: Dr. Neal GrayPassage: Matthew 1:18-25Purpose: The Father allowed His precious Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to take birth in this human race. Imagine how the Father must have felt as Jesus was being born!INTRODUCTIONOpening We have a tradition in ...read more
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Denomination: Holiness
The Guilt Of The Hypocrite
Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 23, 2001
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The hypocrite is guilty and will be judged.
"Therefore thou art inexcusable [without defense], O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things" (2:1).In chapter one Paul painted a picture of the deplorable condition of the heathen. The apostle ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Series
Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004
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These verses are an encouragement to see how a Church can behave together when its members are committed to one another as fellow members of the body of Christ and to be generous with our possessions. But they’re also a warning not to hold back what we’ve
We’ve seen a fascinating thing in Australian politics in the past few weeks. John Howard has gone from being the man of steel to being more like a quick change artist. Suddenly he’s on the back foot trying to maintain his popularity against the threat of Mark Latham. And what was the issue that ...read more
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Denomination: Anglican
Persecution Of The Godly
Contributed by Jeffrey Cox on Feb 28, 2005
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As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that
Persecution of the Godly by Jeff CoxI. As a Christian you were promised many things, and one of these was persecution. You may have been persecuted because of your Christianity, and I have some bad news. It is not going to get any better. These are the last days, and the Bible tells us that we ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
The Conception And Birth Of Christ Series
Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 9, 2004
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This sermon is a study of God’s Word to see what he says about the conception and birth of Jesus Christ, or, what I will call the incarnation of Jesus Christ.
IntroductionAs we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in the conception and birth of Christ. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed:I believe in God the Father Almighty,Maker of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, ...read more
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Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
The Grace Of Living Series
Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004
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Have you ever wondered whether tithing was in the New Testament? You might be surprised at the answer. Find out the 11 qualities of true giving to God as we continue our study of Paul’s letter to the Corinthians.
For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com The Grace of Giving 2 Corinthians 8:1-24 Pastor Tom Fuller One of the advantages of going through the Word verse by verse is that the Bible itself sets the topic for the day. I don’t hunt through the Word looking for something to ...read more
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Denomination: Calvary Chapel
Happy Are The Youth Whose Hope Is In The Lord
Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 13, 2005
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This is a message given on a Sunday morning speaking primarily to youth graduating from High School. The goal of the message is to provide hope for the future for all in the congregation.
Happy are the Youth Whose Hope is in the LordPsalm 146:5 “Happy is the man/youth whose hope is in the Lord.”For you that are older, do you remember how you felt when you graduated from High school? Did you experience excitement and hope for the future? Or did you feel hopeless about your ...read more
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Denomination: Free Methodist
Prepare For The Powerful One
Contributed by Joel Pankow on Dec 6, 2002
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how John prepared the people for Christ and how we also do
December 8, 2002Mark 1:1-8The beginning of the gospel about Jesus Christ, the Son of God. It is written in Isaiah the prophet: “I will send my messenger ahead of you, who will prepare your way”- “a voice of one calling in the desert, ‘Prepare the way for the Lord, make straight paths for ...read more
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Denomination: Lutheran
Challenging Questions Concerning Christ
Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 14, 2002
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It is possible to know someone for many years and yet not have truly perceived the intricate qualities of their real person. The same is true of the relationship between the saint and the Savior. Have we grasped who He is?
Challenging Questions Concerning ChristText: John 14: 8-10 Intro:It is amazing sometimes that we humans can be so familiar with something or someone and yet somehow be oblivious to its or their real nature. It seems so contradictory to know, and yet not to know, at the same time.How ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The King Is Coming
Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 12, 2001
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Christ is coming
INTRODUCTIONDuring the Christmas season, we celebrate the birth of a baby in a stable in Bethlehem over 2,000 years ago. The angels told that this baby was going to be the Savior of the World. Whenever a King or a great leader is going to come, there is great anticipation. There is ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The Absurdity Of Christmas
Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 8, 2003
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If you stop and really think about the Christmas story it’s rather bizarre, how come?
The Absurdity of ChristmasImagine that you are standing out in your driveway marvelling at the fact that it’s the first weekend in December and you haven’t had to shovel yet. In your imagination you do not live in Cape Breton or New York, suddenly an UFO lands in the middle of your front lawn and ...read more
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Denomination: Wesleyan
