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  • Danny Moss avatar

    "An Old-Fashioned Christian"

    Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 9,448 views

    This sermon details some of the characteristics of the true people of God.

    AN OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTIAN Text: Acts 11:26 Introduction- I’m afraid that the modern day definition of a Christian that some people proclaim just won’t fit into the Bibical description of what a true child of God is like. A true believer, according to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Word Power

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 15, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,093 views

    one of a series on Acts

    I have made a lot of mistakes in my life. Some of them are real dandies. I was calling on a family with a dog that was wheezing in the corner. I ignored it for a while and then said, "If that was my dog I’d have it put to sleep". Somehow the family, who loved that old dog, didn’t see things the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Be Like Barnabas

    Contributed by Robert Fleener on Jan 11, 2001
    based on 141 ratings
     | 5,574 views

    Barnabas is a wonderful example of a godly Christian servant.

    "BE LIKE BARNABAS" Acts 11:22-24 April 11, 1997 1. HE WAS WILLING TO SERVE They sent Barnabas . . . [22] 2. HE WAS OBEDIENT TO DIRECTION . . . he arrived . . . [23] 3. HE HAD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT . . . he . . . saw the evidence . . . [23] 4. HE HAD THE RIGHT ATTITUDE . . . he was glad ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Progressing Through The Storm 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,935 views

    Have you ever wondered why some people are afraid to progress when conditions appear difficult? Most of us are hesitant to try something new unless we are given guarantees

    Illustration:When Pablo Casals reached 95, a young reported threw him a question: "Mr. Casals, you are 95 and the greatest cellist that ever lived. Why do you still practice six hours a day?" And Mr. Casals answered, "Because I think I’m making progress." Your goal is to make progress every day of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Be An Encourager In Discouraging Situations 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 116 ratings
     | 28,610 views

    How To Be An Encourager In Discouraging Situations

    How To Be An Encourager In Discouraging Situations Acts 11:22-26 Illustration:Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. William Arthur Ward. 1. Have you ever wondered how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Discern Between Decisions That Are Good, Better Or Best 

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,791 views

    Ask the Lord to help your decisions take into account Biblical, spiritual, moral, mental, social, historical, and interpersonal factors.

    Quote: Jesus said, "If anyone is willing to know my will they will know of the teaching if it is from God or whether I merely speak from myself." (John 7:17) Illustration:To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, be nothing. Elbert Hubbard. 1. Have you ever wondered how to tell the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Supernatural Power Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 30 ratings
     | 6,924 views

    For a church to be effective, it must have the supernatural power of God.

    Supernatural Power Acts 11:19-26; s.s. I. Prototype of Antioch A. Hand of the Lord was with them (Acts 11:21) 1. King Saul (1 Samuel 10:1-10) 2. Elijah (1 Kings 18:46) B. Barnabas saw the grace of God (Acts 11:23) 1. Conversions (vs. 21,24) 2. Prayer & Fasting (13:2,3) 3. Spontaneous Generosity ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Passion For The Lost Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 47 ratings
     | 5,008 views

    For a church to be effective, there must be a passion for the lost.

    Passion for the Lost Acts 11; Selected Scriptures I. The Heart of Jesus A. Mandate - Matt. 11:28, “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest” B. Mission - Luke 19:10, “For the Son of man is come to seek and to save that which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Maturation Of Believers Series

    Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,572 views

    For a church to be effective, there must be the ongoing maturation of believers.

    Maturation of Believers Acts 11:25-26; Selected Scriptures I. Antioch (Acts 11:25-26) A. After growth came discipleship B. Discipleship is an ongoing process (1 year) C. Believers were 1st called Christians after the 1 year of teaching D. Antioch believers shared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Did They Call Them Christians? Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 22, 2001
    based on 77 ratings
     | 13,133 views

    This is the third sermon in the series, "Becoming A Contagious Congregation, A Study of the Church at Antioch".

    Ever wonder why the disciples were first called Christians at Antioch? We’ve already learned in the first two sermons in this series that Antioch was a Spirit-filled, praying, good news-sharing, missions-minded body of believers displaying evidence of God’s power and grace in their midst. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Thinking Of Others Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 24, 2001
    based on 80 ratings
     | 8,308 views

    This is the fourth and final sermon in the series, "Becoming A Contagious Congregation, A Study of the Church at Antioch".

    One last paragraph about the church at Antioch. "And in those days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. And there stood up one of them named Agabus, and signified by the Spirit that there should be great dearth throughout all the world: which came to pass in the days of Claudius Caesar. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Johnny Carver avatar

    A Definition Christianity

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,858 views

    This is an attempt to clear up the blurred condition in the minds of people concerning the basics of Christianity.

    Scripture: Acts 11:26 Title: “A Definition of Christianity” Introduction: What a sweet, suggestive title “Christian.” They were called after the name of Christ because they had believed on Him, and turned to Him, and were now, with full purpose of heart, living for Him. Wouldn’t it be wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • John Hamby avatar

    Living Up To The Name Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Feb 12, 2001
    based on 87 ratings
     | 8,738 views

    Believers were called Christians first at Antioch. What are the characteristics that made this church great.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 22 “Living Up to the Name” Acts 11:19-30 “Now those who were scattered after the persecution that arose over Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, preaching the word to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rob Ross avatar

    The Best Of The Best

    Contributed by Rob Ross on Mar 17, 2001
    based on 101 ratings
     | 7,275 views

    To help church members define four key reasons for Christian Education in the Church.

    Sermon Text: Acts 11:19-30 Topic: Christian Education Probing Question: Why should a church be educating people? Key Word: reasons Subject: reasons a church educates people Aim: To help church members define four key reasons for Christian Education. Sermon Title: The Best of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Keith Bunch avatar

    "Some Things Baptists Believe"

    Contributed by Keith Bunch on Dec 28, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,715 views

    IT IS VITALLY IMPORTANT TO HAVE A FIRM GRASP OF BIBLE DOCTRINE. THE FOLLOWING IS A SAMPLE OF WHAT BAPTIST’S BELIEVE.

    Assurance of Salvation. (1 John 3:9) "Whoever has been born of God does not (continue to) sin, because His seed remains in him; and he cannot (go on) sinning, because he has been born of God." (Rom. 5:1) "Therefore, having been justified by (through) faith, we have peace with God through our Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed