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  • Let It Happen In Your Heart

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 12, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 4,855 views

    The outside of my life should match my heart. I think this is one of the lessons that we Christians miss most of all in our efforts to be like Jesus. Many times we can talk a good game or know the right places to be, but our heart is truly what God look

    LET IT HAPPEN IN YOUR HEART Colossians 3:15-17 INTRODUCTION The Apostle Paul tells us that when we put on the characteristics of Christ (mentioned in verses 12-14) that it should demonstrate itself in several ways. Paul says that these characteristics of Christ should not be just on the inside ...read more

  • Urgent, Wounded, Healed

    Contributed by Ernest Corty on Mar 22, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,080 views

    Seeking restoration in an urgent and repentive way is a message that is not taught very often today!

    One of the stories that is rarely told in regards to the Titanic is the story of John Harper. I guess it would not be dramatic enough for Hollywood! Perhaps there isn’t enough promiscuity or infamy in his story. Harper was born into a Christian family in May of 1872. He became a Christian at 13 ...read more

  • Where's Your Mind Set? Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 2, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,389 views

    Often we want to make ourselves better but go about it the wrong way. Paul the Apostle gives us tips in how to put off the old nature and put on Christ’s character.

    In chapter 2, Paul focused on the error of elevating the mind above the knowledge of God, and focusing on taming the physical body as a way to righteousness. He chastises the use of external rules and regulations, especially those around following certain ritual days and abstaining from certain ...read more

  • A Dress Code For The Church

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Nov 28, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 11,553 views

    Clothing ourselves with the proper Christian attitudes

    (Note: This sermon was delivered on November 30th, St Andrews Day, which was observed with a Kirkin’ O’ The Tartans at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church). As a true Scott, I love any opportunity to wear my kilt and to celebrate a part of my family heritage. There is something about the ...read more

  • Purpose #2: You Were Formed For God's Family Series

    Contributed by Dan Borchert on Dec 9, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,710 views

    Based on the 2nd Purpose

    Purpose #2: You Were Formed for God’s Family Colossians 3:12-17 Becoming the “Place for You” Introduction A. Have you seen our church brochure, stationary, business cards? B. They are pretty nice if I do say so myself. C. However one them they all say “A Place for You…” D. Pretty catchy phrase ...read more

  • A Sharp Dressed Man

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Dec 29, 2003
    based on 30 ratings
     | 5,934 views

    Paul tell us that to be pleasing to God there are some things that we must put on.

    I went to our local thrift store and bought an outfit, (Dark brown 1970’s pants, Hot Pink 1980’s shirt, Ugly tie, and 1950’s navy blue sports coat with red stiching) to preach this sermon. It went over real well. A Sharp Dressed Man Colossians 3: 5-14 By now the all of your Christmas presents ...read more

  • Son Ripened Fruit -Patience Series

    Contributed by Eldon Reich on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 32 ratings
     | 3,179 views

    Looks at Patience and its fruit

    SON RIPENED FRUIT: PATIENCE Colossians 3:12-18 Before I began my sermon, I want you men to remember that something big is happening. on Thursday next week: Valentines day. Our wives have been thinking about how to bring it up. So I decided to do it for them. My wife was more subtle, she came ...read more

  • Living A Changed Life

    Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 8,841 views

    This sermon looks at how we die to our old self and are reborn a new creation in Christ.

    Sermon: Live a Changed Life Text: Col 3:1-11 Intro: My Experience in Becoming a Shellback instead of a Pollywog. (Navy ceremony for those crossing the equator). 1. What all I went through and how the purpose was to change me from one to another. Yet I didn’t feel changed. I ...read more

  • The Dedication Of An Organ

    Contributed by Walter Pankow on Sep 22, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,655 views

    sermon on the value of Christian music at the dedication of an organ

    Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. Dedication of Organ I was asked to speak a few words to you this evening on “The Value of ...read more

  • Victorious (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 10, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 2,446 views

    This is the 7th sermon in the series "Church On The Move".

    Series: Church On The Move (Colossians)[#7] VICTORIOUS (PART 2) Colossians 3:5-17 Introduction: Last week, as we focused on the cross of Jesus Christ, we focused upward. This morning I want us to focus inward. Inward …Christ is all, and is in all (Colossians 3:11b). The main theme from ...read more

  • Making Good/Godly Decisions

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 29, 2004
    based on 34 ratings
     | 7,367 views

    This sermon looks at the right questions to ask when trying to make Godly decisions.

    Making Godly Decisions Colossians 3:1-17 Over the next 72 hours you who sit here will be making several crucial decisions. Decisions crucial to our nation who will be our next president. What will the character of our Supreme Court be what will the laws of the land be about religious liberty, ...read more

  • A Total Life Makeover

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,104 views

    The Total Body Makeover” TV show -- New nose, new facelift, new tummy, new teeth, new cheeks, new chin ... No man can change who you really are inside, only God can do that. He gives us a ... A Total Life Makeover

    News commentator Paul Harvey tells about the time the Italian sailing team went to Australia to participate in the America’s Cup race. Gucci, the famous Italian designer, had outfitted them with all the latest sportswear fashions before they left for Australia. After they arrived, the men had some ...read more

  • State Of The Church Address

    Contributed by Greg Buchner on Jan 25, 2004
    based on 27 ratings
     | 5,616 views

    This sermon is directly intended for the Wakelee congregation. Feel free to use what may be applicable to your congregation.

    “State of the Church Address” Colossians 3:12-17 Wakelee United Methodist Church Pastor Greg Buchner January 25, 2004 Purpose: As 2004 begins, we need to celebrate what we’ve accomplished, admit there are challenges that we face, and decide, in light of our mission statement, our response to those ...read more

  • Truths That Transform

    Contributed by Micah Fries on Feb 10, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,268 views

    Looking at Colossians 3:12-14 and considering who we are in Christ and how that status/relationship should direcly affect each of us.

    Illustration: "A religion that gives nothing, costs nothing, and suffers nothing, is worth nothing." Martin Luther 1. Our Identity in Christ (12a) a. Chosen by God Ephesians 1:4 2 Timothy 1:9 b. Changed by God Ephesians 1:4 ...read more

  • Music In Worship

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Feb 24, 2004
    based on 112 ratings
     | 13,605 views

    This is an examination of the kind of music that God deems acceptable in the worship of the Lord’s Church.

    From the earliest days, music has played an important element in the worship of God. In both the Old and New Testaments, one can read of the use of music in worship. During the last 1600-1700 years, there has been much controversy as to the nature of acceptable music in Christian worship. The ...read more