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How To Respond To Tragedy

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 10, 2003

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Coming to terms with September 11, 2001.

How To Respond To Tragedy Matthew 5:38-48 Tuesday, September 11, 2001 We witnessed the darkest hour and the brightest day. I. The Darkest Hour A. An Attack 1. It was an attack upon our INNOCENCE -a break of trust 2. It was an attack upon our DIGNITY 3. It was an attack upon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Holiness

War! What Is It Good For?

Contributed by Cameron Horsburgh on Feb 12, 2003

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War is going to happen whether we like it or not. Regardless of our position on war politically and theologically, we are all called to turn to God and to love our enemies.

The major thing in the news over the last few weeks has been all this business over Saddam Hussein and the allegations that he is stockpiling weapons of mass destruction. Every day another part of the drama is played out—George Bush or Colin Powell or Hans Blix or any one of a number of world ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Matthew 5:33-48

Denomination: Holiness

Love Me Tender

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Feb 18, 2003

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This sermon looks at what it means for us as Christians to be a people of love by looking at how we are called to love each other, love our enemies, and the role forgiveness plays in this love.

This year was a sad year for many football fans because it marked the end of an era. The historic Veterans stadium in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania was closed for good. The turf was horrendous and opposing players dreaded the trip to the vet because with one step, a career could be ended. But it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:40-45, Romans 12:19-21

Denomination: Methodist

War And Iraq: My Undersatnding Of The Bible's Teaching About War

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 7, 2003

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War can be in accord with the will of God. Although particular wars may be controversial, we must start with the premise that war is an option.

My Undersatnding of the Bible’s Teaching About War (topical) INTRO: 1. The Bible is a book filled with War. 2. Yet anybody who has fought in the trenches will tell you, without hesitation, that War is like Hell of Earth. 3. I think before we begin this brief presentation, we need to remember ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:2-3, Matthew 5:38-41

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responsibility Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 17, 2003

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This sermon is an adaptation from John Maxwell’s Book "The Twenty one Indespensible Qualities of Leadership"

Responsibility Heb 6:11, Matt 5:41, Rom 1:20 August 16, 2003 I. Last year our family went to San Antonio. Our kids were excited about seeing Sea World and Fiesta Texas, and Donna wanted to see the River Walk, but there was only one thing that I really wanted to see, and that was the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:11, Matthew 5:41

Denomination: Baptist

Responsibility Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 17, 2003

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This sermon is an adaptation from John Maxwell’s Book "The Twenty one Indespensible Qualities of Leadership"

Responsibility Heb 6:11, Matt 5:41, Rom 1:20 August 16, 2003 I. Last year our family went to San Antonio. Our kids were excited about seeing Sea World and Fiesta Texas, and Donna wanted to see the River Walk, but there was only one thing that I really wanted to see, and that was the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41, Hebrews 6:11

Denomination: Baptist

Serves 'em Right Series

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jul 7, 2004

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Jesus once again raises the standard, I want revenge, but Jesus says,

GETTING WHAT YOU DESERVE MATTHEW 5;38-42 38"You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’£ 39But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

There's A Difference In Hear Say And Truth Series

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Jan 26, 2004

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The third message in a series from "The Sermon On The Mount" dealing with the effects of our attitudes.

INTRODUCTION: Have you ever heard something that you thought to be truth, and possibly even told someone else what you had heard, only later to find out that it wasn’t true? It was just hear say ! I remember eating pop rocks when I was a little boy. You know those little hard candies that began to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Extra Mile.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Feb 4, 2004

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A man who is wrapped up in himself makes a pretty small package. Let me tell you the Christian life is not found in being selfish but in being selfless. Jesus calls us to go the extra mile in serving others. And it is that extra mile that will change your

The extra mile. Matthew 5:38 -- 42. 02/08/04 There was a book written by a famous feminist that talked about the importance of a revolution from within. Throughout the entire book she speaks of nothing but a selfish life. She talked of the inner self, selfless stain, true self, future self, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The 2nd Mile Series

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Feb 12, 2004

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The Second Mile Philosophy is a service that not many Christians apply themselves to today.

THE SECOND MILE Matthew 5:38-42. (Mat 5:41 KJV) "And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain." INTRODUCTION: (Explain Vs. 38-42) This scripture is from the very well known passage of the “Sermon On The Mount”. This was very early in the life of the Disciples. Jesus gave them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Turning The Other Cheek, Are You Sure?

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 16, 2004

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A look at the historical context of Jesus commands to turn the other cheek, give away your cloak and go the extra mile to see what they really mean.

Introduction The passage we read is at least on the surface one of the most difficult passages in the Bible, if we are to live by it. Every time you here the passage preached or talked about there is always a but, or a bit that says it doesn’t mean this. Or sometimes but it can’t mean this, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Holiness

Outrageous Attitudes Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002

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When personally wronged or injured, respond with an outrageous attitude.

May 20, 2001 Relationships in the Kingdom – Part 5 INTRODUCTION Alexander Dumas’ book, The Count of Monte Cristo, has to be one of the most captivating novels ever written. I first read it when I was in high school. The primary character, Edmond Dantes, is a handsome young man with a promising ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give And Take

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on Feb 7, 2002

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There are many areas in which we must give and many areas in which we must take.

Life is a “give and take” proposition. A. This is true in the area of material possessions and money. 1. We give of our time and talents in the work place and we take an agreed upon wage for our efforts B. This is true in love and emotional support. 1. We are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:40-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Practice What He Preached

Contributed by John Beehler on Feb 18, 2002

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How often do we practice what Jesus preached?

Practice What He Preached First of all, let’s suppose that you’re a Jew walking down a street in Jerusalem, & you see some folks gathered over here talking politics. And they’re arguing about some changes Herod wants to make in the Welfare program. And you know some of them, so there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking That Extra Mile: A Slightly Different Twist On Matthew 5:38-48 Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 1, 2002

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The Sermon on the Mount appears to contradict so many other Scriptures unless viewed through the eyes of first century Judaism. No need to strain and squeeze to harmonize Jesus teachings here with His other teachings, the OT, or the rest of the NT. The

Walking That Extra Mile: A Slightly Different Twist on Matthew 5:38-48 Note: If you are interested in more information about interpreting the Sermon on the Mount, please consider my book, "The Midrash Key" (by Ed Vasicek) available through Amazon.com Here is a LENGTHY introduction for the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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