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    Only Time Will Tell

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 109 ratings
     | 10,279 views

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    Intro.: 1. A few years ago a popular T.V. commercial featured a rather large man named Orson Wells holding glass of wine in hand. a. As he looked into the camera with elevated eyebrow, he said "We will sell no wine before its time." 1) Good commercial--spoke of quality & integrity. 2) Taught ...read more

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    Weightier Matters

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,001 views

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    Intro.: 1. Book in my library entitled, THE COLUMBUS CHICKEN STATUTE; AND MORE BONEHEAD LEGISLATION. a. Humorous collection of outdated laws: 1) Columbus, GA--letting a chicken's head dangle--$25.00. 2) Baltimore, MD--Bowled since 1833 you must pay $2.00 fine. 3) Hartford, CT--Theater owners ...read more

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    If Only We Had Known

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 174 ratings
     | 10,639 views

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    Intro.: 1. Illust. Just after World War II as all the American servicemen were coming home, a sailor called his parents from San Diego. He said he was bringing a buddy home w/ him. "You see Mom," he said, "my friend is in pretty bad shape. He was severely wounded. He only has one arm, one leg, and ...read more

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    The Claims Of Jesus

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 10 ratings
     | 1,895 views

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    Intro.: 1. At Caesarea-Philippi, Jesus asked his disciples a very important question ............. "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" a. "John the Baptist, Elijah, Jeremiah, one of prophets." b. "You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God" (Peter). 2. If Jesus were to ask his disciples ...read more

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    Servant Leadership

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 214 ratings
     | 22,348 views

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    Intro.: 1. It happened in the Spring of 1981 .......... perhaps you remember it. a. President Reagan had just been shot by John Hinckley. 1) Washington was shocked and stunned. 2) Vice-President George Bush was not immediately available. 3) Even at the White House no one was sure what was going ...read more

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    What Is An Elder?

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,829 views

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    Intro.: 1. No people will ever rise above their leaders. a. This truth is especially relevant for the Lord's Church. 1) Strong leaders .......... produce strong churches. 2) Weak leaders ............ produce weak churches. b. Regardless of TYPE, the church will always have leaders! 1) Human ...read more

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    The Obedience Of Faith

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 35 ratings
     | 2,494 views

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    Intro.: 1. Faith is at the heart of man's response to God. a. Without it one cannot please God (Heb. 11:6). b. Gospel is power of God for those who have it (Rom. 1:16). c. Sinful man is justified before God by faith (Rom. 5:1). d. Christian life lived by "faith in the SOG" (Gal. 2:20). 2. But ...read more

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    What About John, Lord?

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,275 views

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    Intro.: 1. Focus on a story recorded for us in John 21. a. Jesus has risen from the dead (made various appearances). b. Peter and several other disciples go fishing. c. Jesus and the miraculous catch of fish (21:4-14). 2. Our concern is the conversation following breakfast (21:15-22). a. ...read more

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    Love's Last Resort

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 7 ratings
     | 1,929 views

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    Intro.: 1. As disciples of Jesus we've committed ourselves to be like our Master. a. Those are pretty big sandals to fill! 1) "Perfect, attaining to measure ... of Christ" (Eph. 4:13). 2) "We proclaim him, ad. & tch. ... perfect in Christ" (Col. 1:28). 3) "Be perfect as Father in heaven is ...read more

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    The Dangers Of Apostacy

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 78 ratings
     | 7,596 views

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    Intro.: 1. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY has saved thousands of lives by educating the public about 7 WARNING SIGNALS OF CANCER. a. They are: 1) Unusual bleeding/discharge. 2) Lump/thickness in breast or elsewhere. 3) Sore that does not heal. 4) Change in bowel or bladder habits. 5) Persistent ...read more

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    This Do In Remembrance Of Me

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,807 views

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    Intro.: 1. Important part of our assembly is the Lord's Supper. a. Focus: Not external aspects--how often, elements & represent. b. Concern: What should be happening spiritually? 2. Some introductory remarks. a. NT doesn't say a whole lot about the Lord's Supper. (Gospels [26, 14, 22]; ...read more

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    Spur One Another On

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,733 views

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    Intro.: 1. [Begin with fictionalized account of Acts 2]: "And when the Day of Pentecost was fully come, they were NOT all gathered together in one place. They had intended to be there but so many things interferred. Actually only 76 of the 120 could make it, and for some very good reasons too! ...read more

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    A Good Minister Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,719 views

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    Intro.: 1. In your opinion, what makes for a good preacher? a. Probably get as many answers as responses! b. Fortunately, we can turn to Scripture to answer this (1 Tim. 4:6). 2. Here Paul uses the phrase, "A good minister of Jesus Christ." a. Way to do this: "Put the brethren in remembrance ...read more

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    Don't Put Your Slippers On Yet

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
     | 705 views

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    Intro.: 1. Moses thought he was all washed up! a. His situation: 1) 80 yr. old has-been, fugitive from law, sheep-herder of others. 2) Once he had it real good (son of Pharaoh's daughter). 3) Not much to look forward to (pension from Egypt. civil service). b. Moses thru with Moses, but God ...read more

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    To The Praise Of His Glory

    Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 23 ratings
     | 1,863 views

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    Intro.: 1. The letters of Paul characteristically follow a certain pattern: a. What God has done for man (indicative). b. What Man must do in response (imperative). 2. Recurring phrase in Eph. 1 draws attention to this pattern. a. "To the praise of his glory" (6, 12, 14). b. What we are must ...read more

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