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  • Brandon Park avatar

    Becoming A Soldier Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Brandon Park on Jan 31, 2010
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    When a Christian says, "I do" to Jesus, they enlist themselves in the army of the Lord. You cannot be reconciled to God without being recruited for God. So what are the characteristics of a Christian who is a good soldier?

    Becoming a Soldier for Jesus Christ International Day 2009 INTRO: • ILLUS: Years ago there was a man named Saddam Hussein who invaded the nation of Kuwait. • With all of his military power, he descended on that nation and brought death, and disease, and destruction • Saudi ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Day avatar

    Practical Work Ethic Series

    Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007
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    Paul moves from the words of encouragement to Timothy in Chapter 1 to words of wisdom in a credible work ethic that all Christians should strive to maintain.

    Practical Work Ethic 2 Timothy 2:1-26 I. Work’s Zeal (v. 1-7) a. Enduring Hardship (v. 3-4; 2 Corinthians 4:10) b. Maintaining Integrity (v. 5; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27) c. Brings “first” fruits (v. 6) II. Work’s Motivation (v. 8-13) a. Jesus is alive (v. 8) b. God’s Word is active (v. 9; Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ervin Kimrey avatar

    Are You A Good Soldier

    Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 25, 2007
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    ARE YOU IN THE LORD’S ARMY ! Preacher “I’m in the Lord’s army but I’m in the reserves. No my friend, Your either part of the solution, or your part of the problem. God has no reservist, were all to be about our father’s business. SO, ARE YOU

    ARE YOU A GOOD SOLDIER ? 2 Timothy 2:1-8 I. HE MUST BE STRONG (v. 1) A. Exercise regularly B. Our military work hard to keep in shape physically C. How much are you investing to shape up spiritually II. HE MUST BE A FOLLOWER (v. 2) A. There is always someone who ranks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Cormie avatar

    Doing The Stuff - I Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 23, 2007
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    This one looks at the various ways Christians are to engage the kingdom of darkness in spiritual warfare.

    Dakota Community Church September 23, 2007 Doing the Stuff Spiritual Warfare III – In week one we looked at the kingdom of darkness and saw its destructive nature. We took special note of the fact that all of nature, not just fallen humanity, is in the grip of this evil empire. Then in week two ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Doing The Stuff - Ii Series

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Sep 23, 2007
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    This one is the conclusion of "Doing the Stuf I" which looks at the various ways Christians are to engage the kingdom of darkness in spiritual warfare

    Dakota Community Church September 23, 2007 Doing the Stuff - II II Timothy 2:3, 4&7 Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus. No one serving as a soldier gets involved in civilian affairs—he wants to please his commanding officer. … Reflect on what I am saying, for the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

  • Stephen Becker avatar

    "Strong In The Grace Of Christ Jesus"

    Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 9, 2007
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    Remaining strong in the Grace of Christ Jesus, even despite persecution.

    Have you ever thought about what you would write to somebody if you knew it would be your last letter ever to them? Especially if you were writing to a family member or a close friend…somebody you care for but knew that you would never see again? I’ve heard of parents who, when finding out that ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Curt Cizek avatar

    Soldier On!

    Contributed by Curt Cizek on Oct 14, 2007
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    We got through trials sometimes. Jesus said that we will have troubles in this life but that we should take heart because he has overcome the world. This was preached at a military chapel but it could easily be preached in a civilian church.

    -We’re in a war! -I know that the people in the military get that – they’ve deployed to fight in it -Their families know it – because they’ve missed their loved ones while they’ve been fighting -If you are a retiree you know it – because you’ve been there before -But I don’t think the American ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dustin T Parker avatar

    The Word Is Not Bound Series

    Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Oct 14, 2007
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    in the midst of suffering, and challenges, the word of OGod is not bound!

    † In the Lord Christ’s Name † May Grace, Mercy and Peace strengthen you, for the are gifts from God our Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ. Strengthened by Grace – but how are we strengthened Praying for Faith and Patience Illusion that I can conquer all The word is not bound What is your ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Carl Greene avatar

    A Heart Condition -Gossip'er Or Encourager

    Contributed by Carl Greene on Oct 16, 2007
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    We can use our tongues to do evil, discourage, discredit or we can use our tongues to do good, encourage, uplift, love!

    A Heart Condition Gossiper or Encourager? Do you remember an Olympic skier by the name of Picabo Street. Picabo [pronounced “peek-a-boo”] She is, or was the well-known Olympic gold medalist in the Super G a few years ago. But, she is more than a famous skier. ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jon MacKinney avatar

    The Half-Time Pep Talk

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 26, 2008
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    Things can be pretty tough there in the first half of the game. Certainly Timothy was not having a really great time. So let’s listen in to Paul’s half-time talk.

    Passage: 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Intro: Most team sports have some kind of intermission, half-time. 1. and if you have played on a crummy team, like the football team I played on in HS, you have heard the half-time “pep talk.” 2. supposed to energize, encourage, send the team back out with a “rah ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Jimmy Dillon avatar

    The Ministry Of The Armor Bearer

    Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on May 23, 2007
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    Describes how we need modern day armor bearer’s to stand with our church leaders/pastors

    THE MINISTRY OF THE ARMOR BEARER (part 1) Various Passages Introduction A couple of weeks ago, I preached on being part of the body You and I have been given special talents and enablements, spiritual gifts to operate in the body of Christ We all need each other…every member must be a vital ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rex Deckard avatar

    Good Soldiers

    Contributed by Rex Deckard on Mar 18, 2006
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    We are in a spiritual conflict. It is not a new conflict, but for some of us, it is new. The bad news is that this conflict will continue to intensify until the time of Great Tribulation- it will get worse and worse. The good news is- we are going to wi

    The Good Soldier II Corinthians 10:3, II Timothy 2:1-26 Pastor Rex Deckard For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: (For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;)Casting down imaginations, and every high thing ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Thomas Lanthrip avatar

    The Biblical Principles Of Bible Study

    Contributed by Thomas Lanthrip on Sep 23, 2006
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    I’m convinced that most of the church members, that makeup the body of Christ, are ill equipped for service. The prime reason for this is in the lack of biblical understanding of the mysteries of God that flow from the Word to those that are poorly nouris

    The Biblical principles of Bible Study 2 Timothy 2: 1-26 Intro: I’m convinced that most of the church members, that makeup the body of Christ, are ill equipped for service. The prime reason for this is in the lack of biblical understanding of the mysteries of God that flow from the Word to those ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Vinnie Cappetta avatar

    Training To Be A Good Soldier

    Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 14, 2006
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    What if you could sit under one of the greatest Generals in all of God’s army? Would you listen to what he has to say about basic training for spiritual battle?

    Training to be a Good Soldier 2 Timothy 2:1-13 Paul, the General, gives instructions to the Private Timothy. Having the right equipment for battle is great, but you have to know what to do with it. This is basic training for church work. Debate right now about what a “cut and run” policy ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Soldiers Of Christ, Arise

    Contributed by Johann Neethling on May 27, 2006
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     | 4,658 views

    A message for Memorial Day, challenging Christians to embrace three vital hallmarks of good soldiers of Christ.

    Soldiers of Christ, Arise 2 Timothy 2: 1-7 Intro: 1. Wars and conflicts have been a tragic part of our human experience ever since our banishment from the Garden of Eden. • The attempt at resolving our differences through the point of the spear, the edge of the sword, the barrel of the gun, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist