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  • David Cambridge avatar

    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,185 views

    There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

    The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Guidelines For Follow-Up

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 27, 2002
    based on 40 ratings
     | 7,073 views

    Guidelines for Follow-Up of New Believers

    Keys to Effective Follow-Up 1. Ask the Lord to help you make a friend out of the new believer. It is vital to help new converts to gain encouragement, love and trusting relationships with Christian friends. Trust the Lord to help you involve the new believer in a small group fellowship of other ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let The Laity 'move Out'

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Feb 23, 2002
    based on 94 ratings
     | 13,711 views

    A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE pastor preaches the simple reality that God has made us a special people for the special purpose of performing a special function--ministry.

    "A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let the Laity ’Move Out’" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: 1 Peter 2:1-10, KJV Purpose: The simple reality is that God has made us a special people for the special purpose of performing a special function--ministry. INTRODUCTION This Sermon Series This ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Leftovers Series

    Contributed by William Nowak on Apr 14, 2002
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,690 views

    Peter gives us a new recipe for living--now he tells us what to do with the "leftovers" of our old life.

    I Peter 2:1-3 “Leftovers” Intro—As we’ve looked at the first chapter of First Peter over the last several weeks, you might say that Peter has been giving us a recipe for spiritual growth...In Chapter 1, verses 3-12, he’s told us to remember what God has given to each of us that has accepted Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Duran Johnson avatar

    The Crave

    Contributed by Duran Johnson on Mar 3, 2003
    based on 128 ratings
     | 12,030 views

    A message for new members to encourage them to aggressively pursue the Word of God.

    You must crave pure spiritual milk so that you can grow into the fullness of your salvation. Cry out for this nourishment as a baby cries for milk, now that you have had a taste of the Lord’s kindness. (1 Peter 2:2-3, NLT) Introduction What a clear and concise message! It simply says that we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Living Stone Series

    Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 6,294 views

    Jesus is the Living Stone.

    Living Stone 1 Peter 2:1-12 I. Nourishment A. Get rid of unhealthy things - strip them off like soiled clothes 1. malous 2. deception 3. hypocrisy 4. jealousy 5. backstabbing B. The healthy things 1. Pure spiritual milk a. crave - a natural, instinctive desire b. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living Stones Versus Dead Wood

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003
    based on 66 ratings
     | 10,132 views

    Because Christ is the Cornerstone, we are to be living stones that build a spiritual house based on acceptable sacrifices.

    Introduction: 1 Peter 2:4-10 "Psalm 122 - I was glad when they said to me, come to the House of the Lord. Where else in this world can you go to hear such a message of hope; You are chosen, You are special, You are the people of God - Opening Prayer Illustration: I have an interesting item to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    But Nails Hurt! Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2003
    based on 87 ratings
     | 13,122 views

    Nails were distributed to the congregation, so that they could test: if you wish to endure, you have to endure some pounding. Holes may be punched in you, too. But if you persist, ultimately you will be built up.

    If you really want to grow, it’s going to cost you. If you truly expect to be built up, there will be some pain involved. No growth ever takes place without pain. That’s a law of life. That’s not negotiable. No pain, no gain. No hurt, no growth. No rough edges, no building up. If you truly ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Matthew Smith avatar

    Three Ways To Grow In Your Relationship With Christ

    Contributed by Matthew Smith on Sep 17, 2002
    based on 136 ratings
     | 16,773 views

    This expository message will help Christians better understand how they can grow in Christ.

    Introduction: In our text today Peter is writing to Christians and is giving them 3 ways that they can grow in their relationship with Christ. Text: 1 Peter 2:1-3 "Therefore, laying aside all malice, all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You Still A Baby

    Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 8, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,996 views

    You must decide if that is all the closer you want to get to God. You see growing spiritually is not the same as growing physically. Physically you are going to grow whether you want to or not. Spiritually, it’s a choice. It’s something that we are to

    By: Mark Engler, Mt. Vernon Christian Church, Mt. Vernon, MO TITLE: Are You Still A Baby? THEME: Sanctification TEXT: 1 Peter 2:1-3 PROP: Christians will become stagnant if they don’t grow throughout their Christian life. INTRO: Are you still a baby? That’s the title to my ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    All Y'all's Christian Church

    Contributed by Kory Wilcoxson on Feb 19, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,637 views

    We are called by God to be in community with each other. We are each a spiritual stone used by God to build the church. There’s no such thing as an individual Christian.

    Imagine a world where coming to church meant risking your life, a world where professing belief in Christ was the same as signing your own death sentence. Although that might be hard for us to comprehend, it is that world that our scripture invites us into this morning. 1 Peter was a letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    Extreme Makeover: Christ Edition Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 29 ratings
     | 6,468 views

    God did an extreme makeover so we could be changed!

    INTRODUCTION „X There are a lot of popular televisions shows we watch. There is the whole CSI genre, Miami, NY, Navy, Cold Case, Auburn. We have the ¡§who wants to marry me¡¨ shows. One of the genres that seems to be doing quite well is the makeover shows. „X These are the shows in which they ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    God's Spiritual House

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 25, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 3,607 views

    The church: 1) It’s alive 2) You’ve a place 3)You’re a priest

    God’s spiritual house 1 Peter 2:1-10 WBC 27/6/4am Thought you might appreciate some clips from church service sheets & notice boards: 1. Bertha Belch, a missionary from Africa, will be speaking tonight at Calvary Methodist. Come hear Bertha Belch all the way from Africa. 3. The sermon this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michelle Richee avatar

    Growing, Growing, Grown!

    Contributed by Michelle Richee on Aug 4, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,697 views

    Just like we enjoy watching our vegetable garden blossoming and growing -- our Heavenly Father, just loves watching His kids grow up into exactly what He has ordained for them to be.

    While carefully inspecting and counting the tiny little peppers growing from my sole jalapeno pepper plant, I remembered Grandma’s words, I love watching things grow. She planted the strangest things, unlike regular vegetable gardens. Grandma grew cotton and tobacco and just about anything! I ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Orvel Barker avatar

    We Are Chosen For A Purpose.

    Contributed by Orvel Barker on Aug 2, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 19,371 views

    Each Christian has been selected by God for a specific ministry purpose. Have you found yours?

    1 Pet 2:1-9 Therefore, laying aside all malice, all guile, hypocrisy, envy, and all evil speaking, 2 as newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby, 3 if indeed you have tasted that the Lord is gracious. 4 Coming to Him as to a living stone, rejected indeed by men, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal