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Paul Redwine
Contributing sermons since Jan 2, 2004
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Showing Favortism
Contributed on Jan 5, 2004
We judge books by the cover, even though we are told not to. As Christians, we are commanded to avoid showing favoritism.
Showing Favoritism, James 2:1-13 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, July 20, 2003. Introduction [ILLUSTRATION] a plainly dressed man who entered a church in the Netherlands took a seat near the front. A few minutes later a woman walked down the aisle, saw the stranger in the ...read more
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Passing The Servant's Test
Contributed on Jan 5, 2004
Aren’t you glad that we don’t have to take tests in order to get into heaven? We just need the grace of God who sent Jesus so that we could have eternal life. That’s the good news. But here on earth, as Christians, we have tests in life. . .
Passing the Servant’s Test, James 1:2-4 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, June 15, 2003 Introduction [Illustration - Joke] A young man had just gotten his driver’s permit and inquired of his father, an evangelist, if they could discuss the use of the car. His father took him to the ...read more
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Prepare, Practice, Play
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
Christians are to be DOERS of the Word.
Prepare, Practice, Play, James 1:19-27 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, July 13, 2003 Introduction At a sporting event, you can see that the fans participate in the sport in their own unique ways: The Casual Spectator -- watches the game for some entertainment The Tailgater -- The ...read more
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The Devil Made Me Do It
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
The Christian servant has a responsibility to handle temptation properly; He or she must take personal responsibility for his or her sin.
"The Devil Made Me Do It," James 1:12-18 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, July 6, 2003 INTRODUCTION [READ TEXT, James 1:12-18] Verse 12 is a reminder: the servant who endures trials passes the tests in life will: 1. Be blessed 2. Receive the crown of life Now we ...read more
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About Tomorrow
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
When we pursue the future without striving to do God’s will, we practice arrogance. This sermon discusses three areas of selfish pursuit.
About Tomorrow, James 4:13-17 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, August 24, 2003 Introduction We often put too much emphasis on the future, thinking that our plans are the best for us, without even considering the Lord’s will. This is arrogant. [TEXT] James ...read more
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As A Third-Century Man Was Anticipating Death, ...
Contributed on Jan 5, 2004
As a third-century man was anticipating death, he penned these last words to a friend: "It’s a bad world, an incredibly bad world. But I have discovered in the midst of it a quiet and holy people who have learned a great secret. They have found a joy which is a thousand times better than any ...read more
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One Step Forward In Obedience Is Worth Years ...
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
-- "One step forward in obedience is worth years of study about it." -- Chambers in ...read more
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Toad Baked Some Cookies. "These Cookies Smell ...
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
Toad baked some cookies. “These cookies smell very good,” said Toad. He ate one. “And they taste even better,” he said. Toad ran to Frog’s house. “Frog, Frog,” cried Toad, “taste these cookies that I have made.” Frog ate one of the cookies, “These are the best cookies I have ever eaten!” said Frog. ...read more
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In His Book, Men At Work, George F. Will Takes A ...
Contributed on Jan 2, 2004
In his book, Men at Work, George F. Will takes a close look at four baseball players. One of those examined is Orel Hershiser (of Dodgers fame), who talks about his philosophy of pitching. “There are two theories of pitching,” Hershiser says. “One is that you try to convince the batter that a ...read more