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  • Eric Hanson avatar

    Self Control

    Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 10, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 16,443 views

    This message explores the nature of self control and how to walk in it in partnership with God. Practical action steps are included.

    SELF CONTROL Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 6, 2006 Read II Peter 1:1-11 and Galatians 5:16-25. Introduction: The writings of God through the apostles Peter and Paul could not be clearer on this matter of the Christian life. If a person genuinely comes into a saving relationship with the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Priority Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 1, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,890 views

    Peter expresses here in this text the necessity of developing Christian character. This sermon addresses the priority we must have as Christians daily to be christ-like.

    The Priority 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro A wife remarked to her husband after the church service: “Did you see the hat Mrs. Jones was wearing?” “No,” said the husband, “I didn’t.” “Did you see the new dress Mrs. Smith had on?” she asked. “I’m afraid I didn’t,” said her husband. To this his wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Pathway Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 9, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 8,375 views

    The paths that we choose today, will determine our final destination.

    The Pathway 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro In my office, I have a poem by Edgar A. Guest, about the roads we take in life. The easy roads are crowded and the level roads are jammed; the pleasant little rivers with the drifting folks are crammed. But off yonder, where it’s rocky, where you get a better ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Specifics Of Christian Developement Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 15, 2008
    based on 8 ratings
     | 6,036 views

    Sermon 3 in the series on Developing Christian character.

    The Specifics of Christian Development Part 1 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro God’s people get in trouble when they fall to act like they are God’s people! That’s why Peter wrote in our passage for today about Christian character development. Two Sundays ago, we began looking to this passage to see what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Specifics Of Christian Development - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 22, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,717 views

    This is sermon #4 in a series of messages concerning Developing Christian character.

    The Specifics of Christian Development, Part 2 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro Today we are going to continue our consideration of the specifics of Christian character development. We note that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Specifics Of Christian Development - Part 3 Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 28, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,955 views

    This is the last message in the Developing Christian character series, taking a look at the last two qualities of kindness and love we should possess.

    The Specifics of Christian Development – Part 3 2 Peter 1:1-11 Intro Today we will conclude our consideration of the specifics of Christian development. We have noticed that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are going to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Quackenbush avatar

    A Proper Response To Grace Series

    Contributed by David Quackenbush on Nov 8, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,625 views

    Second sermon in the study of 2 Peter. Looks at how we are to "add" to our faith practical disciplines in personal holiness as a proper response to grace

    A PROPER RESPONSE TO GRACE Scripture: 2Peter 1:5-15 5 Now for this very reason also, applying all diligence, in your faith supply moral excellence, and in your moral excellence, knowledge, 6 and in your knowledge, self-control, and in your self-control, perseverance, and in your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    "The Steps Of Faith”

    Contributed by John Harper on Nov 11, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,923 views

    We begin the Christian life by faith, and that is how we must walk with the Lord daily.

    II Peter 1:1-11 October 15, 2008 Pastor John L. Harper “The Steps of Faith” Introduction: Simon Peter: the two names are appealing to the Hebrew and the Greek audience • Those he is writing have not received an inferior faith (same as the apostles) • They didn’t do anything to earn this ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Constructing Christian Character

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 8, 2007
    based on 40 ratings
     | 12,404 views

    We often compare ourselves to others to see how "good we are." However the mark that God commpares us to is perfection. We are challenged and commanded to constuct Christ like character. The passage in 2 peter gives us 7 essential components so we can c

    Intro: A wife remarked to her husband after the church service: "Did you see the hat Mrs. Jones was wearing?" "No," said her husband, "I didn’t." "Did you see the new dress Mrs. Smith had on?" she asked. "I’m afraid I didn’t," said her husband. To this his wife replied: "Well a lot of good it does ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mark Aarssen avatar

    Add To Your Faith

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 29, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 11,905 views

    The first thing I want us to do is Learn how to Add. If we learn how to add God will do the multiplying.

    Add to your faith! 2 Peter 1:1-11 NIV 1 Simon Peter, a servant and apostle of Jesus Christ, To those who through the righteousness of our God and Savior Jesus Christ have received a faith as precious as ours: 2 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    The Essence Of Your Strength ~ Self Control Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 8,318 views

    I guess of all the nine fruits of the Spirit, “self-control” is the one with which we might feel the greatest sense of unease. Self-control is allowing God to be in control of your will and heart and seeking the Spirit to enable us. Then we will know what

    Opening illustration: Some years ago the press had reported that the president of a Midwestern theological seminary was fired after the Board of Directors determined that his temper had imperiled his leadership. The president confessed to “misappropriation of anger,” and after hours of agonizing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    7 Ways To Increase Your Faith

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 8, 2009
    based on 23 ratings
     | 16,176 views

    Peter had faith, but he knew it needed to grow. He instructs us on 7 areas to add to our faith. Peter the rock, from a sinful swearing sailor, to a fisher of men, a preacher and founder of the church.

    3.08.2009 Sermon By William Akehurst, HSWC Increasing and Adding to our faith Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Alvin Hathaway, Sr. avatar

    Faith: Going There

    Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 18, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,507 views

    If we could ever make a firm faith statement stand - still here; then our faith destination would be assured - over there, and our faith interval - our going - will be easier, clearer, and surer.

    Sunday, January 21, 2007 “Faith: Going There” Text: 2 Peter 1: 3 - 11 The overall theme of this month sermons is Faith Affirmation. Our purpose is to explore three basic ideas: the essence of a faith statement, the object of a faith destination, and the elements of a faith interval. A faith ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • OLORUNNISOLA ONI avatar

    Keeping The Hope Of Our Calling Alive

    Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on Feb 26, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,106 views

    The sermon remind believers and non believers alike that we have a call from God and there is a hope of better things attached to the call. Specifically it tells us how we can keep the hope alive.

    Introduction: God created man with a privileged status of sharing his image and likeness and to have authority over other creatures as well as having fellowship with Him. However, as a result of the fall of man, the privileges and blessings /authority were exchanged for curses and separation from ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • David Flowers avatar

    I'll Grow Into It Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Mar 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,084 views

    Part 5 of series Every Thought Captive. Here Dave takes on the lie, "I’ll Grow Into It." This is when people assume they’ll grow spiritually as they age physically. Contains an explanation of where the lie comes from, the problems it causes, and what t

    “I’ll Grow Into It” Every Thought Captive, part 5 Wildwind Community Church February 18, 2007 David Flowers 2 Corinthians 10:5 (NIV) 5 We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist