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  • Daryl Bahn avatar

    Upward And Outward

    Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Oct 5, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 4,888 views

    The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year C; The people of the world live lives that are DOWNWARD and INWARD. As God’s people, redeemed by Jesus’ blood and righteousness, we can live our lives UPWARD and OUTWARD.

    Imagine a ship at sea. The clouds are dark, the wind is strong, and the waves are rough. Is the ship in danger? It all depends on direction—which way it is headed. If it is going toward the harbor, it’s safe. If it is pointed toward the rocks, it’s in trouble! Life is like that. Two identical ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Outward Appearances Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 30, 2010
     | 7,038 views

    Outward appearances were the focus of the religious leaders, but Jesus taught a different teaching...

    Luke 21:1-4 Outward Appearances October 27, 2010  Set the stage: To fully understand what is being taught in v.1-4 of chapter 21 we must remember what we learned in Chapter 20. So let’s do a bit of a review of sorts to reacclimate ourselves with what Jesus is teaching in Chapter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Outward Expression: Love Series

    Contributed by Brett Stair on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 17 ratings
     | 5,679 views

    Fourth of the series examining the Great Commandment.

    The Outward Expression: Love Matthew 22:34-40 Today we conclude our series on the basics of Authentic Christianity. We have been looking at the Great Commandment and have discovered that Authentic Christianity means that we love God with all that we are¡K „« All our heart ¡V meaning that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Reach Outward...

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Oct 21, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 2,609 views

    In a community where 40% of the people don’t give a rip about church what are we to do? How are we to approach them.

    The 1950’s was a boom time for the Church in the U.S. and the favorite game for believers was “Hide and Seek”. Congregations would hide behind their walls and stained glass windows and those outside would seek us out. If you hadn’t noticed the world doesn’t play “Hide and Seek” anymore. Today ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Inward Outward And Upward Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 25, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 6,530 views

    The Apostles Creed - I believe in the Holy Spirit

    I wonder what you think of when someone mentions God. You may think about God the Father, the creator of the universe, the one who watches over everything we do, who protects us, who sets the standards by which we live, who in his love sent Jesus to live and die and rise again for us. Or you might ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Outward, Upward And Inward

    Contributed by Steven Davis on Jul 20, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,349 views

    Faith directs us to glorify God, to serve others and to build ourselves spiritually - all at the same time.

    Sometimes, when I watch sports at home, Hannah will sit down beside me and watch the game with me for a few minutes. Eventually she'll ask who's playing and who are the good guys and who are the bad guys. Then she'll say something to the effect of “whoever wins – I like!” Now, in ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Developing The Outward Focus Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 17, 2014
     | 3,751 views

    Paul has addressed our personal lives, church life, family life. These are introverted concerns, about us and those we are close to. As he concludes his letter, he wants to make sure we also transition to an extroverted focus.

    Developing the Outward Focus (Colossians 4:2-6) 1. I have my taxes all done. I am one of those persons who gets stressed up by paper work and red tape, so I found it stressful just preparing my stuff for the tax preparer. So I have to tell an IRS joke. 2. The pastor got a call form the IRS. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Outward, Inward, Upward

    Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 13, 2014
     | 8,072 views

    Jesus gives us a picture of the world being ready for a great spiritual harvest, but in need of laborers to gather it into the barns. He urges the disciples to pray that the Lord of the harvest, who is Jesus Himself, will send forth the workers to gather it.

    Title: Outward, Inward, Upward Text: Therefore pray the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into His harvest. (Matthew 9:38) Scripture Reading: Matthew 9:35-38 Introduction: I have never been out of the USA, but I have heard that traveling in other countries is often an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inward Or Outward Focused?

    Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Feb 18, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,213 views

    This passage about the four lepers shows us the results of being either inward focused or outward focused. We are able to see the consequences of turning inward, versus the rewards of looking outward and stepping out in faith.

    Our message this morning is entitled, “Inward or Outward Focused?” How many of you have heard of churches being either inward focused or outward focused? I am sure some of you have encountered this idea at some point in your Christian walk. Leith Anderson, the pastor of Wooddale Church in Eden ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Outward -Vs- Inward

    Contributed by Bryan Lassiter on Jan 22, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,349 views

    A relationship with God through Jesus Christ leads us to become outward focused people ...and churches.

    Outward -vs- inward Isaiah 6:1-10 I think it is important …for us to look at the majestic word pictures the prophet Isaiah gives us in his writing. I think it is necessary for us to be reminded from time to time that we worship the God …who is high and lifted up. …the God who is Holy Holy Holy! ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Outward Ripples Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Nov 13, 2022
     | 742 views

    Any Sin of an individual is never isolated to that one person because it affects other people—often in an unseen manner. One thing is fore sure is that individual's sin reaches far and wide into families, friend and even person unknown to you.

    Any Sin of an individual is never isolated to that one person because it affects other people—often in an unseen manner. One thing is fore sure is that individual's sin reaches far and wide into families, friend and even person unknown to you. Much like the watery rippling rings emanating from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Outward Ripples Of Caring Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Nov 15, 2022
     | 1,018 views

    Praying without really caring for others is a waste of words. As we pray, simultaneously we should care for them by doing our best to help them spiritually, emotionally or simply arranging for food and shelter when needed, then we should pray.

    Praying without really caring for others is a waste of words. As we pray, simultaneously we should care for them by doing our best to help them spiritually, emotionally or simply arranging for food and shelter when needed, then we should pray. As Christianity charges believers with the obligation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Inward, Upward, And Outward

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 11, 2022
     | 1,341 views

    When talking about compassion, we start with an inward approach, then an upward approach, and this leads to an outward approach Outline from John Lowe of Sermon Central at: https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/outward-inward-upward-john-lowe-sermon-on-heart-for-the-lost-187229

    HoHum: Got up early Friday morning and read the overnight reports from the hospice team. There was an emergency admission the previous evening. This patient was continuing to decline, he was imminent, meaning that his vitals signs indicated that he would die soon. The report told about his wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Outward Harmony / Inward Peace Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 18 ratings
     | 3,877 views

    HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT

    BIG IDEA: HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP AND INNER PEACE REQUIRE TOTAL COMMITMENT I. (:1-5) HARMONY OF FELLOWSHIP REQUIRES OUR TOTAL COMMITMENT TO ONE ANOTHER WITH A SPIRIT OF: - STEADFASTNESS - JOY - AND PATIENCE A. (:1) Steadfastness -- We Must be Totally Committed to Stand Firm in the Lord 1. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Outward Conformity Or Inward Embrace? Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 7, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,614 views

    The Great White Throne judgment points out the importance of inwardly embracing Jesus.

    Although the number of people identifying themselves as “Christians” here in the United States has dropped significantly over the past two decades, most surveys show that somewhere around three quarters of Americans still claim to be Christians. But when some more probing questions are asked about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist