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The Loser’s Limp: Refusing to Run (An Alien Attitude) Heb. 12:14-29 July 13, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Exodus 19:10-25, page #117-118, Pew Bible Introduction: Have you ever had loser’s limp? That’s when you come dragging in looking like you have been hurt as an excuse for not finishing well. It…

The Eternal Significance of Mankind Hebrews 2 April 27, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 2:1-4, page 1863, Pew Bible Prayer: National Day of Repentance Introduction: From Current Thoughts and Trends, May, 1997, page 16: “Doctrinal preaching --- shows Christians how to interpret life for themselves.…

Historical Evidence for Faith Hebrews 11:1-6 June 22, 1997 Scripture: Responsive Reading #662, Hymnal Introduction: Recap: Hebrews has been talking all along about faith in Jesus Christ. How would you define faith? I mean, you can’t see it, touch it, taste it, hear it, or smell it? Or can you? It would…

The Supreme Being Hebrews 4:14-5:10 May 18, 1997 Introduction: What is your favorite cartoon character or comic strip superhero? Is Superman your all time favorite fantasy figure? Or perhaps Batman or Power Rangers? We are bombarded by media presentations of supreme beings like Arnold Swartzennegar,…

It’s About Time Daniel 8 August 6, 1999 II. The Vision of the Ram and He Goat (8) This vision is actually an amplification of 7:6, explaining how Greece will conquer Medo-Persia. We are back to the Hebrew language in chapter 8 (to the end of the book; since 2:4, it has been in Chaldean). Chapter 8 takes…

The Diversity of Our Salvation Acts 16:11-40 October 22, 2000 Scripture Reading: 2Corinthians 6:1-10 Introduction: What does it take to get your attention? Yesterday morning I was reading the paper on the couch after breakfast, wearing only my athletic shorts, when little Mikey, my grandson, came up…

The Tragedy of Neglect Hebrews 3 May 4, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 3:1-6, page 1864, Pew Bible Pastoral Prayer: Introduction: Someone has written this very challenging description of an ever- present problem. "I have never been guilty of wrong actions, but on my account lives have been lost,…

The Eternal Significance of Jesus Hebrews 1 April 20, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 1:1-4, page 1862-63, Pew Bible Prayer: Introduction: Hebrews is a most interesting book in the Bible. It is shrouded in mystery. No one knows for sure who wrote it, or to whom, or why. It seems likely that it…

Christ at the Crossroads John 4 Dec. 21, 1997 Introduction: There are three events of life that gather the widespread attention of those around us. What are they? They are the beginning of life, the continuation of life, and the end of life. In other words; birth, marriage, and death - the crossroads…

The Marks of a Christian; Belief Modification - (Honoring God in the Heart) Heb. 13:9-25 July 27, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 13:9-19, page #1879, Pew Bible Introduction: Last Sunday we talked about the marks of a Christian in how our behavior is modified as a member of God’s family. We honor…

The Marks of a Christian; Behavior Modification (Honoring God in the Family) Heb. 13:1-8 July 20, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 13:1-8, page #1878-79, Pew Bible Introduction: Remember when you were a child and your parents sent you off to a week at camp or to stay with some relative? What were…

Continuing In Confidence: Part I Draw Near and Go Far Hebrews 10:19-25 June 8, 1997 Scripture: Unison Reading, Heb. 10:19-25, page 1873-1874, Pew Bible Introduction: This passage continues the confidence theme in connection with Heb. 6:19-20. This passage gives us the enablement and then the exhortation.…

The Danger Zone Hebrews 5:11-6:8 May 25, 1997 Introduction: We have much to say about Jesus being the source of our eternal salvation as our Great High Priest in the manner of Melchizedek, but this may be too difficult for you to understand, given your current struggle about being tempted to return to…

God’s Pension Plan: Are You Vested? Hebrews 4:1-13 May 11, 1997 Offering of Tithes and Gifts: Prayer and Offertory Doxology: please stand and remain standing for the reading of Scripture. Scripture: Unison Reading, Hebrews 4:9-13 page 1866, Pew Bible Pastoral Prayer: Recognition of all Mothers. Introduction:…

Getting a Corner on Confidence: The Stronghold of Hope in Christ Hebrews 6:9-20 June 1, 1997 Scripture: Responsive Reading #403, Hymnal Introduction: What is it that gives you confidence? You know, that gives you the will and the drive to go ahead. It probably isn’t that someone would tell you that you…

The Defining Factor Acts 18:23-19:7 November 27, 2000 Scripture Reading: Introduction: Have you ever met someone who is distinguished? Paul spent some time at Antioch before beginning his next campaign. His goal was Ephesus, and he went there by the inland route, taking the opportunity to visit in turn…

Taking Care of Business August 13, 2000 Acts 9:1-31 Scripture: 1Tim. 1:12-17 Introduction: Difficult people – have you ever met any? They are in all walks of life – every area of life. We find them where we work, where we shop, where we drive, where we live, and even where we go to church and in our…

Gifts in Commitment: The Response of Worship 1Corinthians 14:26-40 June 22, 2003 Scripture Reading: Matthew 25:1-13 John 3:29 The bride belongs to the bridegroom. The friend who attends the bridegroom waits and listens for him, and is full of joy when he hears the bridegroom’s voice. That joy is mine,…

The Gospel: Our Partnership 1Corinthians 16 July 27, 2003 Scripture Reading: Luke 16:1-9, “The Parable of the Shrewd Manager” (an earthly example on how to get onboard the idea of partnership) Introduction: Connect the parable of the shrewd manager with the preceding parable of the lost son and with…

The Gospel – It’s Sure Foundation 1Corinthians 15:1-11 July 6, 2003 Scripture Reading: Introduction: Video, WorshipFilms.com, Sermon Illustrations, Vol.1, No.1: Sure Foundations Paul, in his effort to bring unity to the Corinthian church began with the truth of the cross that first brought them together.…

Christian Freedom: For the Glory of God 1Corinthians 10 April 18, 2003 Scripture Reading: Introduction: Big Question: How can I use my freedom in Christ to bring glory to God? I am free not to follow the way of the crowd. I am free to actually learn from prior example. I am free to pursue victory over…

The Discipline of the Cross March 2, 2003 Scripture Reading: 1Corinthians 5 Introduction: Throughout history, the power of Christ and his cross have been used to quell rebellion and to advance his kingdom. Indeed, the name of Christ and the symbol of his cross have so much power that to be rightly united…

Christian Freedom: The Call to Sacrificial Responsibility 1Corinthians 9 April 13, 2003 Scripture Reading: “ And he sent messengers on ahead, who went into a Samaritan village to get things ready for him; but the people there did not welcome him, because he was heading for Jerusalem. When the disciples…

The Power of the Cross February 23, 2003 Scripture Reading: 1Corinthians 4 Introduction: ILLUS.: Dilbert Comic Strip, Chgo. Trib., Sun., Feb. 23 In the last three messages in 1Cor. we have seen how the cross of Jesus Christ draws us in community, instructs us, and holds us accountable as Paul challenges…

The Gospel: It’s Unalterable Hope 1Corinthians 15:35-58 July 20, 2003 Scripture Reading: (Hebrews 2:5-9) Romans 8:18-30 Compare church age with post-modern age: Rev. 3:11-12 {compare Philadelphia with Laodicea} Introduction: Life After Death "Do you believe in life after death?" the boss asked one of…