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  • Patrick Nix avatar

    Why I Really Dislike 'x-Mas'

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 23, 2010
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    I love Christmas, but I can't stand when people sub out Christ's title with an 'X' - here's 5 really quick/easy points that make good sense...

    #1 I wouldn’t like them substituting my name out with an X or any other letter… It is impersonal and disrespectful. Yes, I realize that some think its okay because CHI (X) is the Greek initial for Christ, but it reminds me too much of ‘JC’ — which isn’t very ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christmas Trees

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 12, 2012
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    The cross is more important than the tree.

    Christmas Trees December 21, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The cross is more important than the tree. Focus Passage: Luke 23:33-43 Supplemental Passage: Introduction: We put our presents under the tree, but God put His present on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Extraordinary Christian

    Contributed by Bill Mostrales on Sep 29, 2014
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    But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen.

    The Extraordinary Christian Text: 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever. Amen. I. Resist THE 'ME FIRST' MENTALITY a) This "me first" mentality was fundamentally opposed to Jesus' concept of following ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Body Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019
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    Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body.

    THE BODY I CORINTHIANS 12:12-31 INTRODUCTION: Paul draws upon an analogy between the human body and that of the church. He compared the church to a human body. Keep in mind the controversy in the church over spiritual gifts, in particular “tongues”. Paul argued that one gift was not more ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus In Front Of The Sanhedrin

    Contributed by Paul Arnold on Apr 23, 2018
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    A short homily on Jesus words in front of the Sanhedrin in Mark 14:53-65

    So here Jesus stands, alone, abandoned, facing his accusers who want nothing other than to see him dead and their order restored. Smeared with false allegations that don’t deserve an answer, and then the one question that matters…Are you the Messiah, the son of the Blessed One? “I AM” the simple ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Faith Of The Faithful Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 15, 2022
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    All are equal before God. We are not given any authority to judge anyone based on their faith and practices. Every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord.

    Romans 14:9-16 - Faith of the faithful Romans 14:9-13 Clear the Way for your brother All are equal before God. We are not given any authority to judge anyone based on their faith and practices. Every knee shall bow and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ is the Lord. All of us have to ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Living As Christians: Embracing God's Provision And Eternal Promises Series

    Contributed by Adam Laible on May 18, 2023
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    Many of us face concerns about finances, family responsibilities, and the pressures of daily routines. In the midst of these worries, we must remind ourselves of the unchanging truth of God's Word and the assurance we have in Jesus.

    Title: "Living in Faith: Embracing our Role as Christians in Everyday Life" Introduction: Greet the congregation and introduce the sermon topic. Acknowledge the everyday struggles and worries faced by Christians. Emphasize the relevance of Scripture in addressing these ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Judgment

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 4,039 views

    In this chapter we find five reasons for God’s judgement on Israel.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: The idea of hell and judgment are nowhere to be found in Betty Eadie’s bestseller, Embraced By The Light, on the N.Y. Times bestseller list for more than 40 weeks, including five weeks as #1. In November 1973, Eadie allegedly died after undergoing a hysterectomy, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Triumphant Entry Series

    Contributed by Jamey Reynolds on Mar 18, 2005
    based on 31 ratings
     | 7,858 views

    In view of the ’Passion Week’ we all begin at the great account of Jesus entering Jerusalem. This great event would begin a journey that would end at the cross--but the end was just the beginning. Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem proved His triumph

    There are (3) Developments that transpired with Jesus entering Jerusalem. I. The Anticipation for the King Many centuries have passed with nations anticipating a mighty king. Israel had seen its share of kings: Saul, David, and Solomon each reigned 40 years in the United Kingdom. However, after ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Follower Of God

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 17, 2008
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    We are to follow God as dear children.

    Be a Follower of God Eph. 5:1-5 I. Followers a. Importance of choice of leaders i. Follow the leader. Hitler. Jim Jones (called “father”). Hollywood. b. Influence of choice on others The Asche conformity experiments The Asche conformity experiments demonstrated the impressionability of a group’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    God Is God! Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 6,653 views

    How were the Jews the chosen people of God?

    Setting: Romans 9 comes off the highest of highs to now the lowest of lows. Vs. 3 “For I could wish that I myself were cursed and cut off from Christ for the sake of my brothers, those of my own race, the people of Israel.” (NIV) Question: How were the Jews the chosen people of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mistaking People For Gods

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 13, 2022
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     | 1,077 views

    Ayn Rand's philosophy would have led her, I think, if put in the position of Paul and Barnabas, to say, “bring on the sacrifice. I am a god!”

    When I was teaching, my religion class would always study the philosophy of Ayn Rand, a deracinated Jew whose ideal of rugged individualism influenced people like Alan Greenspan and Rush Limbaugh. Her notions would have led her, I think, if put in the position of Paul and Barnabas, to say, “bring ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Satan Falls From The Sky

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 3, 2023
     | 847 views

    Jesus tells the disciples to rejoice only in their filial relationship with the Father, whose power made the miracles and exorcisms happen.

    Saturday of the 26th Week in Course 2023 The prophet Baruch is acknowledged in the book of Jeremiah as a kind of protégé of the prophet Jeremiah; in fact, he certainly acted as Jeremiah’s scribe for a time. The book that bears Baruch’s name–his Hebrew name means “blessing”–was probably ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 1,516 views

    In Philippians 3:12-16, Paul provides three key principles to guide us as we step into the new year: Letting go of our past, setting our priorities straight, and living fully in the present.

    Today marks the beginning of a new year, a time when many of us reflect on the past and look forward to the future. As we enter this new season, it is important to approach it with the right attitude and mindset. In Philippians 3:12-16, the Apostle Paul provides us with three principles to guide us ...read more

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    The Real Sins Of Sodom

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Mar 3, 2022
     | 2,355 views

    Is homosexuality the gravest sin of all? Isn't arrogance, pride, and self-exaltation at the root of all our sin? We must repent of the sin that contaminates us even as followers of the Christ if we wish to receive His blessing.

    “Behold, everyone who uses proverbs will use this proverb about you: ‘Like mother, like daughter.’ You are the daughter of your mother, who loathed her husband and her children; and you are the sister of your sisters, who loathed their husbands and their children. Your mother was a Hittite and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist