Pure Hearts Pay Off
Contributed by David Nolte on Sep 3, 2021
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it doesn't matter how we look, it's what is inside us that counts
We had a large Cottonwood tree in our back yard on Hill Street. It was a good 50-60 feet tall. Several similar trees over 60 feet tall had fallen and we were getting concerned. We decided that it was time for it to go. An arborist didn’t think it necessary to do more than trim it, but he cut it ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Elizabeth - Shaping Your Spiritual Heritage Series
Contributed by W F on Feb 17, 2007
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You can partner with the Lord in shaping the spiritual heritage of your family and friends.
INTRODUCTIONAre you aware of your spiritual heritage? We can all trace our biological heritage through both our mother and father’s side of our families. But to whom do you attribute your spiritual heritage? Shaping a family’s spiritual heritage is a partnership with the Lord. Your job a ...read more
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Denomination: *other
Another Gospel
Contributed by Tom Rhodes on Feb 25, 2002
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Paul spoke of another gospel which was not another. There is a counterfeit Christianity which has no value.
Galatians 16 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. 8 But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you ...read more
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Denomination: Pentecostal
New Creations Series
Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 22, 2001
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This is the 3rd sermon in the "Finding Freedom From Sin" series. This sermon shows the parallels between the creation of the world and the new creation we experience in Christ.
Sunday Morning August 26, 2001Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, New MexicoSeries: Finding Freedom From Sin #3NEW CREATIONS2 Corinthians 5:17Introduction:1.Last Sunday’s sermons were a bit of a wake up call for me. If you remember, I stood up after both sermons and said if we did not stand ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
God's Invitation To Us
Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 11, 2017
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God's greatest desire is YOU! This message explores God's invitation to us to participate in His promises, become His partner and ultimately to be His people.
God’s Invitation to UsLakewood | Speaker: Pastor Jonathan Vorce | 1-8-2017Revelation 3:20Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me.Introduction: God is inviting us to a higher level of ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
#14 The Holy Spirit Compels Us Series
Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 11, 2015
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This message speaks about the wrong methods of motivating people to serve God, the wrong motives in serving God, and how the Holy Spirit compels us with the right motives to serve God
The Holy Spirit Compels UsIntroduction:Scriptures: 2 Corinthians 5:9-15, Matthew 9:37, 38Key thoughts: There is a tremendous need for people to come to Christ. Workers are needed to bring in this harvest of people for Christ. How do we get people motivated to serve?I. Wrong Methods ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
Come In-Come Out-Come Up
Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Feb 25, 2004
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This sermon shows three ways how the word “come” is used in relation to the believer.
“Come In-Come Out-Come Up”Text:Revelation 3:20-22, 2 Cor. 6:14-18, & Revelation 4:1-3Intro:I want us to see three ways how the word “come” is used in relation to the believer.1) Come In of Salvation2) Come Out of Separation3) Come Up of SanctificationI. COME-IN – SALVATIONRev. ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Engagement Strategies (Lesson 2) Series
Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Feb 18, 2021
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To establish that the Christian must prepare to be “fit-to-fight.” Paul gives the saints at Ephesus their operations order to engage the forces of evil successfully. It outlines the enemy situation, rules of engagement, and equipment safeties (protections).
INTRODUCTIONOutline.2. The Engagement StrategiesRemarks.1. This is lesson two in this sermon-series: “Fit-to-Fight,” “The Engagement Strategies” in “Ephesus’ Operations Order.” This lesson will deal with the saint’s need to understand the battle environment and rules of engagement: for their ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Another Word For Power
Contributed by Michael Stover on Sep 5, 2001
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Everyone wants power. But are you willing to get it God’s way?
I.PowerA.‘Hand of the Lord’1.Isaiah 59:1, “Behold, the LORD’S hand is not shortened, that it cannot save; Nor His ear heavy, That it cannot hear”2.1 Chronicles 4:9-10 “Your hand would be with me”3.Acts 11:21, “And the hand of the Lord was with them, and a great number believed ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
What Did You Get For Christmas? The Indescribable Gift
Contributed by Troy Mueller on Dec 28, 2016
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How to answer the question, "What did you get for Christmas"!
What Did You Get For Christmas? The Indescribable Gift ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Brotherly Love
Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 11, 2002
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A look at the love Christ desires to exist between His followers.
I. Called ’brotherly’ because we are spiritual kin.Ephesians 2:19, "So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household,"Romans 8:16, "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God,"1 Timothy ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The Dangers Of Video Games. Series
Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 28, 2024
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In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many.
In today's digital age, video games have become a popular form of entertainment for many. However, as Christians, it's essential to examine this activity through the lens of scripture and explore its implications on our spiritual lives. In 1 John 2:15-17, we read, "Do not love the ...read more
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Live By What You Know
Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Dec 29, 2016
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If we base our walk with Christ on our feelings then our Christian walk will be as volatile as our emotions. (Up one day… Down the next). We need to learn to "Live By What We Know" not by what we feel!
Live By What You KnowLakewood Church of God| Speaker: Pastor Jonathan | 11-6-2016Introduction:¥If we base our walk with Christ on our feelings then our Christian walk will be as volatile as our emotions. (Up one day… Down the next)¥God’s Word is a constant. God is consistent. His promises ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
Jesus And Nicodemus Series
Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 28, 2017
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Jesus was a conversationalist. There are a few times where we see Jesus standing and crying out but the majority of the teachings of Jesus we conversational in nature. This message explores the conversation that took place between Jesus and Nicodemus.
Jesus & NicodemusSeries: Conversational EvangelismLakewood COG | Pastor Jonathan | 1-29-2017John 3:1-21Introduction: Jesus was a conversationalist. There are a few times where we see Jesus standing and crying out but the majority of the teachings of Jesus we conversational in nature. (He sat ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
Mary Had The Most Favor Lesson 4 Series
Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023
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God sees our character long before we have an opportunity to be faithful.
A. INTRODUCTION1.Favor is, Hebrew SA AH “to look intently, or to look with interest or regard.” Enoch was first. “By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death … he (found favor) pleased God” (Hebrews 11:5). 2.Greek: Dektos, “to be acceptable, to welcome.” “Now is the time of ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
