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Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 27, 2006

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Handling money can be a spiritual and moral issue, since its use or misuse affects others.

Living Within Our Means Without Being Mean (Romans 13:8) Last week, we talked about why many of us struggle with overspending. Whereas frugality is good, we are also commanded to be generous. Lars asked Ole, "Do ya know da difference between a Norvegian and a canoe?" "No, I don’t," said Ole. "A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

0404 Lent Iv: God's Dysfunctional Family Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Mar 27, 2006

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The "family values" exampled by God’s "dysfunctional family" when Abraham cast out Hagar & Ishmael.

Sermon: God’s Dysfunctional Family Text: Gal 4:21-31 Occasion: Lent IV Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, Mar 26, 2006 Audio link: http://providencerec.com/Sound%20Files/Srmn060326WoolseyGal4;21-31LentIVGodsDysfunctionalFamily.mp3 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How To Prevent From Being Smacked By A 2x4!

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 27, 2006

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So many people say to us,"Don’t judge me!" But as believers in Christ it is our responsibility to hold other believers accountably to their actions, but we must make sure we ouselves are walking in obedience with Christ before we judge others.

HOW TO PREVENT FROM BEING SMACKED BY A 2X4! 15"If your brother sins against you,[b] go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. 16But if he will not listen, take one or two others along, so that ’every matter may be established by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

For The Lord's Sake, Pray Church!

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Apr 4, 2006

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Only God can bring glory to His church.

For The Lord’s Sake, Pray Church! Daniel 9:17 (Key ideas from C.H. Spurgeon & Brian Bill) April 2, 2006 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A A man went to his neighbor’s house to borrow a horse. (The neighbor was a pastor.) 1 The pastor gave the man ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:17

Denomination: Baptist

Influencing Others Exemplified By Daniel

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

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What makes a person influential? What caused Daniel to be such a powerful influence all the days of his life?

Influencing Others Exemplified By Daniel Daniel 1:8-21[1] 8-14-05 Intro “You are the salt of earth.” “You are the light of the world.” That’s Jesus’ description of his followers in Matthew 5. Both metaphors are about influence. In that culture salt was primarily used to preserve meat—to keep ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8-21

Denomination: Charismatic

The Exoneration: Jesus Overcomes All! Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Apr 15, 2006

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5th in 5 part Series using the popular TV show, CSI, to investigate the death and subsequent resurrection of Jesus Christ.

THE EXONERATION: Jesus Overcomes All CSI: Murder of God - Week 6 Matthew 28:1-6, John 11:25-26 INTRODUCTION: (Intro mpeg to CSI:31) That song “Who are you” really came into play in an episode of CSI just a week or so ago called “Spellbound.” Gil Grissom and Greg Sanders are investigating what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

"True Success”

Contributed by Alan Hughes on Apr 23, 2006

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What is success? What does it mean to you this morning to live a successful life? If you asked 10 people you would most likely get 10 different answers.

“True Success” John 3: 22-36 What is success? What does it mean to you this morning to live a successful life? If you asked 10 people you would most likely get 10 different answers. Success to some would mean financial security. They would say being successful means they no longer have to worry ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Filling In The Blank Space Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 23, 2006

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In most Bibles there is blank space between the name of the book and the first chapter. That blank space should serve as a reminder that we need to understand the background behind each Bible book. This message covers some background on the book of Colo

Filling in the Blank Space Series: Jesus, Post-Resurrection Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 22, 2006 I have some bad news for you this morning. I have sensed the truth of what I am about to tell you for many years, but research is in. In a 2003 study, researcher, pollster, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1

Denomination: Free Methodist

Good Works Of Faith Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

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Good Works as a response to a relationship for God

Ministerial transition can be difficult and emotional things. There was an elderly woman who was weeping as she said goodbye to the man who had been pastor of her church for several years. "My dear lady," consoled the departing pastor, "don’t get so upset. Surely the Search Committee will find a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Secret

Contributed by Perry Newton Sr on Jul 3, 2006

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Here is a brief but powerful revelation, on secret giving which brings a dimmer on the popular method of extorting money and alms from people in the Church setting.

The Power of Secret By Bishop Dr Perry Edison Newton Nassau, Bahamas “Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of the: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. Therefore when thou doest thine alms do not sound a trumpet before thee, as the hypocrites do in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Big "A"S For The Big "I"

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 5, 2006

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A sermon on Luke 7:1-10 about the centurion. His characteristics are outlined with "A" words. Good for Independence Day or Veterans Day.

Sermon for 7/2/2006 Luke 7:1-10 Introduction: C.T. Stroud said, “The best training for a soldier of Christ is not necessarily a college. You see, when in hand to hand conflict with the world and the devil, neat little biblical candy is like shooting lions with a pea shooter; one needs a man who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Receive An Apology

Contributed by W F on Jul 5, 2006

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Joseph shows us how to forgive others in the same way God forgives us.

INTRODUCTION (Video – From the movie “Hope Floats” [Sandra Bullock] Birdee’s interview with Dot). We hear a lot in church about the need to seek forgiveness and how to seek forgiveness. But I want to talk today about how to give it. How should we receive and apology? People change. And Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: *other

Invasion Time

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Jul 6, 2006

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The church has a responsibility to be on the alert. These seven principles will assist in preparing and fulfilling the task ahead.

Invasion Time Text: 1 Peter 5:8 Introduction: Message Bible: "Keep a cool head. Stay alert. The Devil is poised to pounce, and would like nothing better than to catch you napping." The situation of the Church today places our world in a strategically-challenged position. I believe too many in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Freedoms To Cherish

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Jul 6, 2006

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There are some great freedoms that we should cherish as Americans and as Christians

-America is known around the world as a land of freedom -It is one of the principles this nation was founded upon -We all like our freedoms -But many misunderstand what freedom really means -Freedom is not really a license to do what you please -It is the right to be wrong but not to do wrong -We ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Wesleyan

Prayers That Received Amazing Answers From God

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 9, 2006

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THIS SERMON IS ABOUT PRAYERS THAT RECEIVED AMAZING ANSWERS FROM GOD AND INCLUDES THE PRAYER OF 1.JABEZ 2.HANNAH 3.HAGAR 4.JACOB 5.HEZEKIAH 6.JEHOSHAPHAT 7. HABAKKUK

PRAYERS THAT RECEIVED AMAZING ANSWERS FROM GOD *********************************************** OUTLINE 1.THE PRAYER OF JABEZ 2.THE PRAYER OF HANNAH 3.THE PRAYER OF HAGAR 4.THE PRAYER OF JACOB 5.THE PRAYER OF HEZEKIAH 6.THE PRAYER OF JEHOSHAPHAT 7.THE PRAYER OF HABAKKUK THE MESSAGE PRAYERS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

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