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Every good citizen of the USA knows and has recited the pledge of allegiance. “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” I am sure you all know our pledge of allegiance…

A Story With a Surprise Ending Joshua 2:1-24 Introduction- Max Lucado’s version of Paul’s conversion 1. Poor Beginning - 3 Strikes, God’s Providence, Hebrews 11:31 2. Possible Hope -spies might provide a way out James 2:24,25 3. Personal Resolve -her life was at stake, her family was threatened, Noah,…

Christian Meditation In contemporary society our adversary majors in three things; noise, hurry and crowds. If we hope to move beyond the superficialities of our culture, including our religious culture, we must be willing to go down into the recreating silences, into the inner world of contemplation."…

Call to Commitment 6/4/03 Introduction; We live in a culture that doesn’t value commitment. Even before a couple is married they draw up a contract called a prenuptial agreement. This is a contract that says who will get the stuff when they divorce. When I was growing up divorce was a shameful thing…

1Pe 2:2-4 (2) Like newborn babies, you must crave pure spiritual milk so that you will grow into a full experience of salvation. Cry out for this nourishment, (3) now that you have had a taste of the Lord's kindness. (4) You are coming to Christ, who is the living cornerstone of God's temple. He was…

Decisions We Must Make in Order to Walk in the Spirit Galatians 5:16 I say then: Walk in the Spirit, and you shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh. 1. We must consciously decide to ____ _________ to the Spirit Romans 8:4 that the righteous requirement of the law might be fulfilled in us who do not…

Outreach-The Night the Jailhouse Rocked (7/13/08) Some time ago an evangelist, traveling on the train, was singing to himself the song, "I've been Redeemed." A fellow passenger, hearing, joined him in the song. After singing, the evangelist put the question to the stranger, "Have you been redeemed?"…

“Lessons From Samaria” – John 4:1-26 vs.1-3 – the Pharisees were keeping score between John & Jesus trying to cause division CIT: Jesus seized an opportunity to minister to a thirsty woman. Prop: The ministry of Jesus serves as a model for all believers. 1. Outward Vision, (vs.4,5) a. He went to where…

Dealing with Envy, Brooding, Fretting and Self Pity [Read and Meditate on Psalm 73] Put yourself in the author’s place 1. Why did he almost stumble ? {verses 2,3} 2. What was the result of this kind of thinking ? {verses 16,21,22 } 3. Who did he look to in order to correct his wrong thinking ? {verse…

Your Heart of Gold May Need to be Refined The Pharisee and the Tax Collector Luke 18:9 -14 To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee…

Dynamic Christianity 101 How Much Impact Will You Allow Jesus to Have in Your Life ? John 5:1-7 Do You Want to be Made Well? 1. Recognize Your Condition 2. Examine Your Heart 3.Accept Your Responsibility John 5:8-11 "Rise, take up your bed and walk." 1. Acknowledge God’s Voice 2. Face Your Own Fears…

Born Again – What Happens? 1. We are given new life when we are born of the ________ John 3:6 2. If anyone is born again he becomes a new _____________ 2 Corinthians 5:17 3. We are give a new start because we have peace___________ Romans 5:1 4. */God gives us a new _______ and a new __

This week we are talking about “Decisions.” I want to address one specific decision, the decision to follow Jesus. If you have not decided to do so, you need to consider doing so. But if you have decided to follow Jesus, you need to examine the level of commitment necessary to successfully execute that…

Finding God in Solitude “A Study from the Life of Jacob” 1. What is eternal life or as the founders of AA called it, a spiritual awakening? a. John 17:3 b. Philippians 3:8-10 2. Why do we need eternal life now? a. 2 Corinthians 6:1,2 b. Hebrews 10:26 3. If finding God is the reason we are here, how then…

Examples – Written for Us ! 1Corinthians10:1-13 1. Introduction /– Many of us upon arriving at the Colony were convicted of our need to change our lives because of the physical, spiritual, and emotional pain that we had caused ourselves and those who love us. As we are here awhile, we begin to feel better…

Divine Fellowship - God’s Plan for Our Life 1. God’s Action & Intention a. We were created to have dominion over the earth in union with God (Genesis 1:26-28) b. God used three methods of communication with man 1. Conversational (Genesis 1:28, 29; 2:15-17) God gave man freedom and responsibility which…

Fullness of God or Emptiness of the World Which will you choose? 1. Introduction: /As we begin our study in the Pursuit of Holiness book some of us I am sure are debating the alternative lifestyle of Christ likeness. Many of us upon turning from a life of addiction fall prey to the misconception that…

The Keys to Self Examination Unlocking the Door to a Victorious Future Salvation VSalvation is an Event occurring in a moment when we pray and become a Christian. VBut as many as received Him, to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name: (John 1:12) Sanctification…

Discouragement in God’s Servants Introduction: In today’s lesson we will have opportunity to learn from the life of God’s faithful servant Elijah. James tells us in James 5:17 tells us that Elijah was a man just like us and yet his prayers were powerful and effective. Was he ever discouraged ? Let’s…

The Church, Who Needs It? – We Do! Too many Hypocrites By Croft Pentz, Waynesboro, Pa “I don’t attend church because there are too many hypocrites.” How often have you heard that comment? Hypocrites are everywhere. You work with them; they live in your neighborhood; you shop where they shop. And it’s…

,The “Be” Attitudes of Humility (Sermon notes) The whole concept of Christmas is Seriously Ridiculous! What does that mean, “Seriously Ridiculous”? But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which…