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  • William Chaney Jr avatar

    Nu Generation Revolution Series

    Contributed by William Chaney Jr on Oct 9, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,059 views

    This is thefirst sermon in the Nu Generation Paradigm Series. Central Theme: An intimate and personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the cornerstone and foundation of the Nu Generation church. This produces radical behavior that builds the Body o

    The Nu-Generation Revolution Central Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10 4 As you come to him, the living Stone-- rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • J. Douglas Duty Jr. avatar

    "A Work In Progress…”

    Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on Oct 14, 2002
    based on 120 ratings
     | 13,092 views

    # 3 "The Six Pillars of A Powerful Church" - 1 Peter 2:1-3 / Ephesians 4:13-16 (Pillar 3 - The Pillar of DISCIPLESHIP)

    The Six Pillars of A Powerful Church - “A Work in Progress…” 1 Peter 2:1-3 / Ephesians 4:13-16 (Pillar 3 - The Pillar of DISCIPLESHIP) We continue looking at the six pillars that make a church powerful and effective, and today we look at the Pillar of being a church of disciples who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • John Williams III avatar

    The Peculiar People

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 65 ratings
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    This sermon addresses the mission of Christians in the world as a royal priesthood.

    THE PECULIAR PEOPLE Text: First Peter 2:2-10 The King James Version of the Bible distinguishes the wording of God’s people, calling us "a peculiar people" as opposed to other versions of the Bible. The Greek word that is used here is peripoiesis which means "possession--- purchased ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    "Christians Let Christ's Spirit Living In Them Sanctify The World, Indeed R

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 50 ratings
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    April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.”

    April 28, 2002 - FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER 1 Peter 2:2-10 Color: White 1 Peter 2:2-10 Title: “Christians let Christ’s Spirit living in them sanctify the world, indeed redeem the world, by their own self-sacrifice.” Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Tony Searles avatar

    It's Time To G.r.o.w. Up!

    Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 26, 2002
    based on 85 ratings
     | 31,249 views

    This is a practical message about growth and maturity in Christ, and how to begin to grow in God.

    Stand & Read - 1 Peter 2:1-3 “Therefore, putting aside all malice and all guile and hypocrisy and envy and all slander, [2] like newborn babes, long for the pure milk of the word, that by it you may grow in respect to salvation, [3] if you have tasted the kindness of the Lord.” “It’s Time To ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Maurice Schaus avatar

    The Church...built On A Rock

    Contributed by Maurice Schaus on Apr 30, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
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    In a world where "sticks and stones" can hurt and tear people down, we are called to be "living stones," builting up one another with Chtist’s own love.

    The Church…Built on a Rock “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but names will never hurt me.” This refrain has been used by many a generation of children to ward off the attacks of teasing peers. The image of children throwing rocks at one another has taken on new meaning of late, as our news ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Diy Disasters

    Contributed by Michael Treston on May 8, 2002
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,835 views

    builiding hazards and who to avoid them

    DIY disasters – the hazards of building with the wrong equipment If your lucky you can make a hash of it and the experts will come in. Reason for failure- underestimated what’s involved and how much it’s going to cost. Then they invariably get fed up with the lack of progress.. it’s a downward ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Why The Cross?

    Contributed by Johnny Small on Aug 30, 2002
    based on 137 ratings
     | 10,294 views

    Why did Christ suffer and die on an old wooden cross?

    Why the Cross? The cross is at the center of all Christianity. It was while our Lord Jesus Christ hung on the cross that our sins were forgiven. This wasn’t an easy task for Him, but He did it willingly, because He loves us and it was the will of His father. The Lamb of God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being Holy Series

    Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 128 ratings
     | 8,232 views

    Here we learn 5 ways to live a holy life.

    BEING HOLY By Chuck Hendrix 1 Peter 1:13, Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 14 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Love One Another Series

    Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 5,903 views

    Here are three reasons and three ways to love one another

    LOVE ONE ANOTHER 1PE 1:22 Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from the heart. 23 For you have been born again, not of perishable seed, but of imperishable, through the living and enduring word of God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Get Rid Of The Junk In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Chuck Hendrix on Feb 15, 2001
    based on 159 ratings
     | 15,688 views

    Here are four ways to get rid of the five things Peter instructs us to rid our life of.

    GET RID OF THE JUNK IN YOUR LIFE By Chuck Hendrix 1PE 2:1 Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. 2 Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, 3 now that you have tasted that the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Healthy Christians

    Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Feb 19, 2001
    based on 58 ratings
     | 3,409 views

    Consider the health of a Christian who only fed upon the Grace of God and Love and Mercy of God.

    Healthy Christians There are things that are basic and important to good health: Proper food and exercise & rest. A person who eats only sweets or starches—wouldn’t have good health. Even a person who eats mostly protein is not healthy. A person who doesn’t exercise, who lies around…loses use ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Neal Gray avatar

    Experiencing Holiness

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Mar 17, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 5,725 views

    A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Pastor preaches that holiness is a "birth-right" for the Christian. Experience it! And have fun, too!

    Experiencing Holiness (With a Little "Sesame Street" Humor) Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: 1 Peter 1:13-23, KJV Purpose: Holiness is a "birth-right" for the Christian. Jesus gave you a new life where holiness is the normal experience. Experience it! And have fun, too! INTRODUCTION A Little ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Ralph Juthman avatar

    Living Clean In Babylon

    Contributed by Ralph Juthman on May 16, 2002
    based on 204 ratings
     | 13,341 views

    First part of Sermon Series from the Letter by Peter

    TITLE: Living Pure in Babylon TEXT: 1 Peter 1:13-25 THEME: Christian living, faith, holiness P.S. In a world that is going the wrong way, Swindoll says, we are left as lights- stop lights, directional lights, Introduction: I listened to a radio talk in show this week. The topic was whether the ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Kurt Heisey avatar

    1 Peter 1:2-12

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,964 views

    From 1 Peter Series: What were some of the issues in Peter’s heart he had to overcome in order to be used by God in fulness?

    1 Peter 1:2-12 VCC July 26, 1998 Introduction Written by Peter Acts 4:13, described as unlearned and ignorant men This means that they did not go through formal religious training, NOT professional religious leaders He had simply been with Jesus for 3 years He simply had been baptised in the Holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational