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Freedom: Paul's Letter To The Galatians
Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 7, 2012 (message contributor)
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1. Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven?
Contributed on Oct 7, 2012
Jesus is the only way to heaven and all other avenues to truth are counterfeit.
Is Jesus Really The Only Way To Heaven? Text: Gal. 1:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Since the death of Jesus Christ, 2000 years ago, 43 million Christians have become martyrs. Over 50% of these were in the last century alone. More than 200 million Christians face persecution each day, 60% of ...read more
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2. Pathway To Ministry
Contributed on Oct 20, 2012
It is always wise to seek wise counsel when stepping out into ministry.
Pathway To Ministry Text: Gal. 2:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: A well-known Christian businessman who was visiting a church was asked to give his testimony. He said, "I have a fine family, a large house, a successful business, and a good reputation. I have plenty of money so I can support ...read more
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3. Declaration Of Grace
Contributed on Jan 21, 2013
We can only be made right with God by faith in Jesus Christ.
The Declaration of Grace Text: Gal. 2:15-21 Introduction 1. Illustration: during one of D.L. Moody’s great campaigns, a man who had been to a number of the services and who, although convicted of his need for Christ, had kept on postponing a decision approached D L Moody. Now the last ...read more
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4. Are You Experience?
Contributed on Jan 21, 2013
The Christian life is all about having an experience with the living God.
Are You Experienced? Text: Gal. 3:1-5 Introduction 1. Rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix once asked, "Are you experienced? Have you ever been experienced? Well, I have." 2. The Apostle Paul asks the question, "Are you experienced." However, it is far different from the experience that Jimi is ...read more
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5. What Now
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
Since we are free in Christ we need to make the most of that freedom.
What Now? Text: Gal. 5:13-26 Introduction 1. Illustration: There were many dilemma’s at the end of the Civil War. How do we rebuild the country? How do we heal the deep wounds that tore the nation apart for four bloody years? For the now free slaves the dilemma was now that we are free ...read more
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6. All You Need Is Faith
Contributed on Jan 21, 2013
I want to contend with you today that all you need is faith.
All You Need Is Faith Text: Gal. 3:6-14 Introduction 1. Last week I preached on Jimi Hendrix and asked the question "Are You Experienced. This morning I am going to continue that look into old Rock legends and talk about the Beatles. 2. The Beatles once said in a song "all you need is love." ...read more
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7. Boasting In The Most
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
The only thing worth boasting about is the cross.
Boasting In the Most Text: Gal. 6:11-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: George W. Truett, a well-known Texas preacher, was invited to dinner in the home of a very wealthy oilman. After the meal, the host led him to a place where they could get a good view of the surrounding area. Pointing to the ...read more
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8. The Incredible Journey Of Grace
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
The grace of Christ takes us from slaves to sin to heirs of the Kingdom.
The Incredible Journey of Grace Text: Gal. 3:23-4:7 Introduction 1. Illustration: A current top selling, box office hit is the movie entitled "The Hobit: An Unexpected Journey." The adventure follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the ...read more
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9. Doing Life Together
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
In Christian community we find the encouragement and support to press on the higher calling of Jesus.
Doing Life Together Text: Gal. 6:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: "Christian community is like the Christian's sanctification. It is a gift of God which we cannot claim. Only God knows the real state of our fellowship, of our sanctification. What may appear weak and trifling to us may be great ...read more
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10. Make Up Your Mind
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
One of the greatest truths of Scripture is that we can choose to do things our way and die, or we can choose to do things God's way and live.
Make Up Your Mind Text: Gal. 4:21-31 Introduction 1. Illustration: I have no idea who said this, but its truth is unmistakable, "Angels are pure spirits, but it was God's intention to raise human beings, who are lower than the angels, to divine status, to union with the Trinity. An ancient ...read more
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11. Keep Pressing On
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
We must always keep pressing on with Jesus.
Keep Pressin' On Text: Gal. 4:8-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Bob Dylan in his song, "Pressing On," said, "Many try to stop me, shake me up in my mind. Say, "Prove to me that He is Lord, show me a sign" What kind of sign they need when it all comes from within When what's lost has been ...read more
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12. Keeping A Resolution
Contributed on Aug 14, 2014
God made a resolution to save us from our sin, and kept the promise in sending His only Son.
Keeping A Resolution Text: Gal. 3:15-22 Introduction 1. "I hereby resolve to:" a. Actually work from home on my telecommuting days. b. Get dressed before noon...or at the very least, before the video conferencing call with my boss. c. Less e-mailing? Cancel at least a few of the 9 or 10 ...read more
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13. The Power Of Transformation
Contributed on Oct 16, 2012
The Gospel has the power to radically change us from the inside out.
The Power of Transformation Text: Gal. 1:11-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: I would like to buy $3.00 worth of God, please. Not enough to explode my soul or disturb my sleep, but just enough to equal a cup of warm milk or a snooze in the sunshine. I don’t want enough of Him to make me ...read more