A Three Dimensional Christian
Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
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the marks of a three dimensional Christian
I Corinthians 2:1-5A THREE DIMENSIONAL CHRISTIANIn Hermeneutics, the science of interpretation of the Scriptures, there are different principles that one will discover. One of these is the numerical principle. This is the principle by which God places a certain definite meaning on numbers ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
The Resurrection Of Jesus Christ
Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006
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A CHRIST IS A DISAPPOINTING CHRIST, but HE has risen
THE RESURRECTION OF JESUS CHRISTI Corinthians 15:1-20 In a churchyard in England, stands one of the largest trees in the country. Its stands as a great four-trunked tree growing out of grave. Its presence there has given rise to much speculation. The grave from which this mammoth ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Better Than Life, Worse Than Death
Contributed by Arthur Coffman on Nov 4, 2006
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This messages challenges people to develop an mindset focused on eternal things.
What is greater than life but worse than death?Intro:It has been a week to remember, perhaps better forgottenPlatte Colorado, gunman walks into high school with evil intent, he is a drifter, living out of his car, carrying a backpack and gunsThe story had happened before, only about 30 ...read more
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Denomination: Pentecostal
The Hopeful "If" Series
Contributed by Charles Salmon on Nov 4, 2006
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This sermon explores the consequences of not having a hope of resurrection and assures that, since Christ is raised, there is promise of resurrection for His followers.
The Hopeful “If” I Cor. 15:19INTRO.: Today we conclude our series of messages on the “If’s” in the middle of life. I want us to consider the theme, “If there is no resurrection.” If there is no resurrection, we have no hope beyond this life.Without the resurrection, the message of the Gospel ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
How To Create A Safe Environment Series
Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 6, 2006
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Based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smalley. When a relationship doesn’t feel safe, walls go up for protection. We need to learn to respect and honor the walls. Through unconditional love, those walls will come down.
HOW TO CREATE A SAFE ENVIRONMENTThe DNA of Relationships (4)A. Today is the fourth lesson in our series on The DNA of Relationships based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. Today’s lesson is entitled: How To Create a Safe Environment.ILLUSTRATION: A man and his wife who had been married ...read more
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Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
Evangelism For Ordinary People
Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006
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Doing acts of kindness as a form of evangelism. Servant evangelism based upon Steve Sjogren’s work.
According to Jesus the greatest commandments are to “love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and to “love your neighbor as yourself.” When Jesus referred to neighbor he wasn’t just speaking of the person who lived next door, but to every person, whether they are like us or ...read more
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Denomination: Methodist
Joining Together Of Two Cultures
Contributed by Nelson Lin on Nov 7, 2006
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This wedding message was used at a bi-racial wedding ceremony. The audience was mostly non church going people. Had a lot of positive comments on the differences between covenant marriage and contract marriage.
Marriage Ceremony of Dan and KimmAugust 5, 2006GreetingOn behalf of Kimm and Dan, I would like to take this opportunity to welcome all of you. I know that some of you traveled a great distance to be here, some of you even came from another country, Texas, just to be here to celebrate this ...read more
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Denomination: Independent/Bible
Article #4 - The Holy Scriptures Series
Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Nov 7, 2006
Fourth in a series on the Nazarene Articles of Faith, this sermon looks at the how the Wesleyan Quadrilateral helps us to interpret Scripture.
Today, we come to look at the Article of Faith regarding Holy Scripture. Scripture has been important throughout human history, as it is the story which reveals God and His interactions with His creation. Scripture tells us of God’s Story, showing us His plan and His will. While it is not a ...read more
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Denomination: Nazarene
Portrait Of The Church Series
Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Nov 8, 2006
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This is the first sermon in a series addressing the need for the Church to preserve its nature and purpose the way Christ intended it. This sermon speaks largely to the meaning of true fellowship.
PORTRAIT OF THE CHURCHSome of you may ask why I titled this study on Corinthians “Preserving the Church in a Pagan World”. You may even object to the word “preserving” as sounding too much like maintaining or holding out against the world when the Church should be boldly invading our world. ...read more
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Denomination: Mennonite
Servants Of The Gospel Series
Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 9, 2006
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Paul tells the believers about servanthood.
SERVANTS OF THE GOSPEL1 Corinthians 4:1-7I.Think About Faithfulness—(vv. 1-2).A.Those entrusted. This phrase is from the Greek word for “stewards.” As Christians we are stewards and we are to be faithful to our trust.B.The secret things of God. This is from the Greek word translated ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
Growing Up Part 2 Series
Contributed by Don Jones on Nov 9, 2006
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Paul tells the believers growth.
GROWING UP IN THE CHURCH(Part 2)1 Corinthians 3:10-23I.Jesus Christ Is the Only Foundation (vv. 10, 11).A.I laid a foundation—Paul spent about eighteen months in Corinth. He was the one who laid the foundation (v. 10).B.He laid the foundation that was already given by God, Jesus Christ (v. ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist
A Recipe For The Church
Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 9, 2006
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This is a communion message, which included an object lesson of the importance of all the elements of a cake recipe. I actually mixed a cake as the message was delivered.
IntroductionI.This morning we are going to celebrate “communion”II.Communion; my dictionary gives these definitions for the word, A.The sharing of intimate thoughts and feelings.B.The service of Christian worship at which bead and wine are consecrated and share, the EucharistC.An ...read more
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Denomination: Methodist
Csi (Cross Scene Investigation) Week 3: Investigating The Cross Series
Contributed by Mark Canfield on Nov 10, 2006
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friend’s betrayal, an illegal trial, an execution and an empty grave. What do these things have in common? Enter the world of CSI and search for the truth with the entire Cross Scene Investigation team. Delve deeply into the mysteries of four baffling cr
CSI: Cross Scene InvestigationWeek 3: Investigating the Cross[Before the message each week, a CSI style drama was performed to examine that weeks evidence]Last Two Weeks – Investigated the Betrayal of Judas / Learned -Betray Ourselves Investigated the Trial – Pilot’s ignored the Truth about ...read more
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Denomination: Christian Church
Csi (Cross Scene Investigation) Week 4 - Investigating The Resurrection
Contributed by Mark Canfield on Nov 10, 2006
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A friend’s betrayal, an illegal trial, an execution and an empty grave. What do these things have in common? Enter the world of CSI and search for the truth with the entire Cross Scene Investigation team. Delve deeply into the mysteries of four baffling c
CSI: Cross Scene InvestigationWeek 4: Investigating the Resurrection[The message began with a CSI sytle drama that investigated the evidence of the Ressurection]For Most People in Our Culture – SEEING IS BELIEVING! [Show me the Money] BUT . . . For Eric Weihenmayer [WHY-in-Mayor] SEEING ...read more
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Denomination: Christian Church
Running The Race
Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Nov 12, 2006
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Just like an athlete gives his all to win his event, God expects us to give Him our all.
RUNING THE RACEI Corinthians 9:24-27November 5, 2006Broadway Baptist ChurchRev Dan BauderINTRODUCTIONThere are several things we can see from our scripture this morning but if we remember nothing else from this message we need to remember God’s people haven’t changed since Paul was ...read more
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Denomination: Baptist