Prayer Events
Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009
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The primary purpose of prayer.
Prayer EventsWhen we pray, it is not primarily not to get things from God; although that is why many people pray. The primary purpose of prayer is to commune with God, then getting things is only a by-product. And if communion with God is the only thing there is to prayer, that would be ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Our Unpredictable God Series
Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 28, 2009
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God chooses to let things happen or supernaturally intervenes based upon His own purposes.
Our Unpredictable God(Acts 12:1-23)1. We love predictable sayings. In Texas, for example, they say, "Everything is big in Texas." But not always.2. This week, we read of a special birth in Indonesia. Take note that Indonesia is not in Texas:KISARAN, Indonesia – Indonesia’s heaviest-ever ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
The Sword Of The Spirit Series
Contributed by Mark Perryman on Mar 6, 2008
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How to stand against the devil
INTRO: Herschel Walker trade, MN traded 8 starters & draft picks for this one player because he was such explosive offensive weapon (good trade). - See this in sports community, looking for greatest weapon (Michael Jordon in basketball, Nolan Ryan pitching baseball, .Emmitt Smith in football, talk ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
Prepared For The Rapture Series
Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2008
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God knew that He was going to destroy the world soon and He only sought one man – Enoch. A man who lived amidst a perverse environment, sinful world but stood head and shoulders above everyone else. We are not talking about being saved but the RAPTURE.
Opening illustration: Video clip of ’Left Behind.’What is being ‘caught up?’* To Seize ~ act of grasping suddenly* Rapture* Biblically it pertains to meeting the Lord in mid-air* The Rapture is a concept in Christianity relating to the return of Jesus.* Paul cites "the word of the Lord" ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Knowing By What's Growing Series
Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 13, 2008
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How can you distinguish a false prophet from a true one? Christ makes it clear that this is important.
Knowing By What’s GrowingGriffith Baptist Church – 3/16/08A.M. ServiceText: Matthew 7:15-20Key verse: Matt. 7:20 - Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.The Introduction Johnnie, on his ninth birthday, had had a party. It was all over, and he was gazing wistfully at the remains of ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Two Sides To The Same Coin Series
Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 9, 2008
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Justice or righteousness? Churches tend to pick one or the other. Which one did Jesus pick?
To kick off our time together, I want to look at two words and talk about what comes to mind when you hear them. So, grab 4 or five people around you and gather into small groups and let’s start with the first word. When you hear the word “righteousness” what do you think about? What does the word ...read more
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Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Becoming A Disciple Series
Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 18, 2008
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Christians don’t automatically become disciples. They must stedfastly follow the example of the early church, and incorporate the spiritual disciplines into their lives.
1.Illus. of Peggy Lee song, “Is this all there is?”•Went to see circus- “Is this all there is?”•Got married- “Is this all there is?”•Had children- “Is this all there is?”•Got old, preparing to die, looked back on life and said, “Is this all there is?”2.I hope some of you are asking that ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Christ Is Our Cornerstone
Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 13, 2007
Easter 5(A) - Christ is our Cornerstone. On Him alone we build and for Him above we serve.
CHRIST IS OUR CORNERSTONE (Outline)May 6, 2007 - EASTER 5 - 1 Peter 2:4-10* * * * * * * * *INTRO: A solid foundation is absolutely essential for the building to stand. The cornerstone is positively critical for the rest of the building to be square and ...read more
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Denomination: Lutheran
Where Have They Put Him?
Contributed by Roger Roark on May 28, 2007
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Where have we put Jesus?
John 20:1-2Where have they put Him?( NIRV) John 20The Tomb Is Empty 1 Early on the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb. It was still dark. She saw that the stone had been moved away from the entrance. 2 So she ran to Simon Peter and another disciple, the one Jesus loved. ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
A Time Of Harvest
Contributed by Mike Mcguire on May 28, 2007
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To help churches prepare for a Spiritual harvest
A TIME OF HARVESTMarch 11, 2007 a.m.Castle Avenue BC, HobbsText: John 4; Luke 10:1-7Introduction: Spring is not two weeks away. If you are thinking about how great it will be to eat homegrown watermelons or can home grown beans, you better start thinking now about your harvest. You need to ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007
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Importance of unity
INTRO:A man was visiting a place where many dangerous mentally-ill patients were housed. The man was terribly shaken because there were only three guards to watch over 100 inmates. The man questioned the guard, “Aren’t you afraid that these people will unite and overpower you?” The guard’s reply ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
The Struggle
Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007
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Are you struggling with anyone?
INTRO:What Do We Do Daily.-It’s something we don’t enjoy.-We would rather see other people do this than ourselves.Look at someone who struggled, with God as well as others.TITLE:The StruggleTEXT:Gen, 33:22-32I.Description of the struggle: Gen. 33:22-32 (READ)A.Event: Common event ...read more
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Denomination: Assembly Of God
The Holy Trinity
Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jun 2, 2007
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A sermon relating the uniqueness of John’s Gospel and his contribution to the doctrine of the Holy Trinity
The Holy Trinity, June 3, 2007 “Series C”Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.Let us pray: Gracious God, whom we have come to know as Father, Son and Holy Spirit, speak your word of truth to us. Keep speaking to us through the words of ...read more
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Denomination: Lutheran
The Triune God Is Our Authority
Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jun 19, 2007
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Pentecost 1(A) - The triune God is our authority! As believers we listen to Jesus’ claim, proclaim Jesus’ message, and believe Jesus’ promise.
THE TRIUNE GOD IS OUR AUTHORITY (Outline)June 3, 2007 PENTECOST 1 Matthew 28:16-20* * * * * * * * * *INTRO: Every day there are new claims for brand new and improved products. These products make claims to cure baldness, obesity, and many other problems ...read more
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Denomination: Lutheran
Never-Ending Agreement
Contributed by Gary Christensen on Jun 21, 2007
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God entered into a Never-Ending agreement with Abraham. God entered into a Un-ending agreement with David. With you and me, God has entered into an Agreement that Never Ends!
GOD’S AGREEMENT IS NEVER-ENDING. "I have found David, My servant, I will steady him with My hand, and strengthen him with My arm. Wicked people will not defeat him, My loyalty and love will be with him, My love will watch over him FOREVER, My agreement with him will NEVER END." (Psalm ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
