Cultivating A Grateful Heart
Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Nov 21, 2004
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If I am going to cultivate a grateful heart, I need to change my focus:1. From what I don’t have to what I do have. 2. From getting a blessing to being a blessing. 3. From earth to eternity.
One of the great mysteries of our culture is that we are the most privileged and prosperous people who have ever lived on the face of the earth — past and present — and yet many Americans are not happy. We have more of everything, and yet we are not content. Even when good things happen we ...read more
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Denomination: Methodist
Our Present Sufferings Series
Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 3, 2014
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Paul tells us why we must not let our present suffering get us down. 1- We recognize that suffering is a part of this world 2- We relish our hope of something better3- We receive help for our weaknesses
INTRO.- Our present sufferings. ILL.- An old man goes to his doctor and says, "I don't think my wife's hearing is as good as it used to be. What should I do?"The doctor replies, "Try this test to find out for sure. When your wife is in the kitchen doing dishes, stand 15 feet behind her and ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Getting Counsel
Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005
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Using Scripture as our frame of reference message talks about:1. Identifying your need for counseling.2. Identifying the right source for good counsel.3. Evaluating the counsel that is given to you.4. Implementing the counsel you receive.
Getting CounselProverbs 12:158-24-03Richard TowGrace Chapel Foursquare ChurchSpringfield, MOwww.gracechapelchurch.org “You need to get counseling!” Have you ever had someone say that to you? Maybe they didn’t use those exact words. Maybe they said, “You don’t need a psychiatrist, you ...read more
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Denomination: Charismatic
Swing Wide The Gates!
Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 29, 2010
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The names of the gates of the old city of Jerusalem have rich spiritual meaning, full of powerful truths that will take us 3 sermons to cover. Parts 1 & 2 are here. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.
Swing Wide the GatesNehemiah 3http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/SwingWideTheGates.htmlThe walls of Jerusalem stood for something. They were more than just protection. They stood for the glory of God. Unbelievers of that day looked at the broken down walls and would mock believers. The ruins of ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
One Minute After Death Series
Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Oct 28, 2018
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A description of what the Bible says about where the saved and the unsaved go immediately after death. This is the time between death and the return of Christ.
The Christian Faith The End Times 11ONE MINUTE AFTER DEATH(The Intermediate State)byBob MarcaurelleCopyright 2009 by Bob Marcaurelle A man laughed at a Christians comments about life after death, and said, “The only thing we can prove about a human being is that he is made ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Eyes Of The Lord
Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 12, 2024
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THE EYES OF THE LORDOUTLINE1. GRACE 2. THE APPLE OF HIS EYE3. GUIDES 4. RIGHTEOUS5. SUFFERING6. WICKED7. GIVING8. GRATITUDE9. SINS10. HEART11.CHURCH12.NATION
THE EYES OF THE LORDOUTLINE1. WE FIND GRACE IN THE THE EYES OF THE LORD 2. THE LORD KEEPS US AS THE APPLE OF HIS EYE3. THE LORD GUIDES US WITH HIS EYE4. THE EYES OF THE LORD ARE UPON THE RIGHTEOUS5. THE EYES OF THE LORD SEE OUR SUFFERING6. THE EYES OF THE LORD SEE THE WICKED7. THE ...read more
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Denomination: Pentecostal
"Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?”
Contributed by Tim Byrd on Dec 11, 2003
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This morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has great application for each of us.
“Has Anybody Seen My Milk Cows?”Date: November 16, 2003 A.M ServicePlace: Allendale BaptistText: 1 Samuel 6:1-14 Background chapter 4IntroductionThis morning I would like to direct you to an unusual passage of Scripture as I see it. This to me is a strange passage but I believe has ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Power Of Perception
Contributed by Emory Goodman on Mar 28, 2003
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So many of our actions are determined by how we perceive things to be. Yet, our perceptions of events, words, and people can be entirely wrong, why?
THE POWER OF PERCEPTIONPerception is a powerful thing. So many of our actions are determined by how we perceive things to be. How we perceive is based on what we think we hear or see. Yet, our perception of events, words, people can be entirely wrong. Why?Let’s look at perception:I.Perception ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Hate Hypocrisy
Contributed by Nate Herbst on Feb 25, 2009
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Hypocrisy among believers is the excuse people use to justify not trusting Christ; hypocrisy kills and it is time we as believers draw close to our Savior living in the light in honesty and integrity.
Hypocrisy vs. Living in the light Stories!!! Hypocrisy is terrible - Any of you like hypocrites? I’m not pointing any fingers but after hearing these stories I decided this was too important not to address it. 1 Cor.5:11 - You must not associate with anyone who calls ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
How To Hear The Voice Of The Lord Series
Contributed by Edward Hardee on Sep 30, 2012
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Message about Authentic Christianity: Those who listen to the leading of His Spirit.
Title: How to Hear the Voice of GodTheme: To show how to hear the voice of the Lord and to listenText: 1 Samuel 3:1IntroductionOver the last month or so we have been talking about Authentic Christianity. We have been working on an understanding about what it is to be an authentic ...read more
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Denomination: Church Of God
Jesus Christ--The Cornerstone Series
Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 25, 2013
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A spiritual temple requires a very specific kind of building material. It is to be built of living stones—the very lives of those who have become spiritually alive through faith in Jesus Christ. Such building must begin with Jesus for He alone is the foun
1 PETER 2: 4-6 [Renewing Hope Series]JESUS CHRIST--THE CORNERSTONE [Matthew 7: 24-27 / Ephesians 2:20--22] God has called us to the life of building, not destroying. After Peter has instructed us to rid ourselves of evil and to grow up in our salvation, he proceeds to tell us how to do that. ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Stewardship Of Joy
Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 17, 2016
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Let's talk about the pleasures of joy and then the stewardship of joy (Material adapted from Robert C. Roberts' book, Spiritual Emotions, chapter 8 Joy, pgs. 114-129)
HoHum:From Max Lucado- “I have everything I need for joy!” Robert Reed said. His hands are twisted and his feet are useless. He can’t bathe himself. He can’t feed himself. He can’t brush his teeth, comb his hair, or put on his underwear. Strips of Velcro hold his ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Belonging In The Will Of God Series
Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 15, 2022
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One of the most sought-after things in the Christian life is the will of God. What is God’s will for my life? How do I know that I’m in the will of God? What if God’s will for me is something I really don’t like? These are common questions, and maybe you have asked them yourself.
WHAT GOD'S WILL IS NOT1. God’s will is not something that you find For some reason we tend to have this idea that we must discover God’s will for our lives. That’s not how it works. God is the one who finds YOU. Abraham did not choose God; God chose Abraham. David did not choose to become ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Don’t Quench The Fire Of The Spirit
Contributed by John Gaston on Apr 12, 2023
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The Holy Spirit is not a luxury, but a necessity! Without Him we could not pray, could not understand truth, we'd have no comfort, we couldn't be purified from sin. By Him we're born again & He's our Guide!
DON’T QUENCH THE FIRE OF THE SPIRIT1 Thess. 5:19INTRODUCTIONA. HUMOR: Presence of God 1. It sounds like a made-up story, but it’s true. Some years ago a church in Carter County, Tennessee had an attorney draw up a deed for their property. He wrote the deed naming The Lord God Almighty as the ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
Running With A Limp
Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Sep 9, 2011
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4 Points on learning how to deal with the "Wilderness Seasons" of our lives. 1. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP A STEADFAST HEART WITHIN ME. 2. God leads us into seasons of growth and not gratification. 3. GOD WANTS TO DEVELOP THE COURAGE OF A WARRIOR.4
Running with a LimpThe Role of the WildernessWhen Jesus comes into our lives, things sure do change don’t they? I recall when I was a new believer, I used to work out at the gym all the time, and there was one occasion when a I wanted to use a rowing machine and noticed a towel on the ...read more
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Denomination: Other
