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Your direction determines your destination. (Illustration) During a momentous battle, a Japanese general decided to attack even though his army was greatly outnumbered. His destination was an enemy’s base camp to the north of his position. He was confident they would win, but his men were filled with…

Why does everyone have a “Bucket List”? I have a bucket list. a list of things that I want to accomplish or experience before I die. This list includs such things as: visit every continent Go sky diving Get my pilots licence Learn at least 5 languages To be honest I haven't gotten to far on that list…

Outline Read the Text from Hebrews 12:1-3 This passage should be set to the Rocky theme song, “Eye of the Tiger.” For me one of the greatest problems in religion and with religious people is use sanitized use of shame or shaming. For me one of the greatest problems in the secular world is the corporate…

Vignette Fred: (enters the stage and sits on the bench(chair) Narrator: This morning we find Hank changing up his routine. He had grabbed his coffee and now moves to the local park to enjoy the outdoors. He figured he wouldn't be interrupted if he was alone in the park. He is in for a surprise as he…

Are You Ready?

Four Shifts of the Saints 1. The Status Shift: From sinner to saved For God made Christ, who never sinned, to be the offering for our sin, so that we could be made right with God through Christ. The great exchange: God gave his perfect life, in order to save yours. The innocent one, exchanged his life…

Introduction Dirty Jobs - Mike Rowe - some odd jobs like Deer Urine farmer, beaver relocator - Highlight people who work jobs no one else wants to work - Penguin counter in Antartica - no running water, no internet access for 4 months - sounds like a great job - https://www.foxnews.com/lifestyle/penguin-counters-wanted-remote-post-antarctica-training-provided-tasks…

Singleness is good and singles have a place in the Body of Christ.

They took their friend to Jesus and didn't let any obstacle stand in the way.

Shepherd Me “Thirst Quencher” July 14, 2019 Introduction We are in the middle of a series entitled, “Shepherd Me.” In this series, we are going line by line, phrase by phrase through . Read Text (NIV) Verse 1 sets the stage for this entire Psalm. The Lord is my Shepherd. God need to guide our lives.…

We are in our third week of the Advent Conspiracy First week talked about Worshipping God more fully Last week Ch. Ritter talked about spending less, while creating more margin in your life to make room in your life to give back This week we are going to pick up where CH. Ritter left off, and talk about…

The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything.

STORY: The years when I focused my heart and mind on the temporary. I believe I was saved: The Holy Spirit was still convicting me. I could never be satisfied focusing on the temporary. Problem: My mindset. A godly mindset leads to godly character: We all know we should have godly character: Love, joy,…

Simeon was a man of faith who placed his hope in God and was at peace

llustration option: Say: Today, we're beginning a brand-new series called "Clean Slate." A new year brings about new ways to create a fresh start, and this time of the year always signifies new beginnings. Traditionally, at the turn of a new year, people make up resolutions to improve upon their lives,…

7. CHRIST THE COMING ONE “And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also.” — ILLUSTRATION: 7In the 2007 film The Bucket List , two terminally ill men—played by Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman—take a road trip to do the…

Nehemiah faced incredible difficulty when he received permission to return to Jerusalem and rebuild the city walls. The Returnee’s and Nehemiah faced an enemy who was openly taunting them. Their enemies outnumbered and surrounded them. Yet God protected and provided for Israel. After a lengthy absence to the King, Nehemiah returned to find all of the work neglected and the enemies of God and Israel living inside Jerusalem. Nehemiah had many reasons to be bitter and angry, but instead he chose to remember His God.

Introduction Opening Story - “Bucket List” or “Bucket List” “Bucket List” Transition to... Main Idea: It’s About Time We Give Our Time To The Lord Main Idea: It’s About Time We Give Our Time To The Lord In this passage, Paul is very clear to the church at Ephesus. They have been given the gift of time…

Intro to The Story series

Intro and Engage New Year, New series For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, Last week - Who before Do, Spiritual Contributors before Consumers, Want to concentrate on Why Before What Soccer Illustration, tired of going to Training,…

Theme of Looking Towards Missions Conference What is my role in reaching people How can I be more effective in reaching people for Jesus Christ What does it mean to have a world wide outlook John 4:35 Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your…

Easter celebrates the fact that Jesus is the Resurrection and the Life. Although it is true, we ultimately make the choice to embrace it.