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  • Elmer Towns avatar

    Becoming An Exceptional Christian

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023
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    The Spirit does His internal makeover of attitude, desires, and values. As we apply outwardly, we conform to His standard.

    A. HOW TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTIAN 1. Daniel became exceptional based on his vow to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart” (Dan. 1:8, KJV). a. Knowing is foundation on which you control your life. b. Feeling is motivation, giving energy to your life. c. Will gives direction to your life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Do Not Become Callous

    Contributed by Nettie J Pennington on Feb 24, 2025
     | 455 views

    Do not wander from the life in Christ.

    Father God, Lord Jesus, hallowed is your holy name. Thank you for mercy and grace. Lord Jesus, today, we ask that You sweep across this nation and create a clean heart and renewed spirit in everyone who calls You, Lord. I say a special prayer for those with a hardened heart: soften their hearts and ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Becoming A Church Of Prayer

    Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Sep 21, 2007
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    The Jerusalem Church in Acts 2 "devoted thesmelves to ptayer." This messages presents to our local congregation how God is calling us to follow in their steps today.

    Becoming a Church of Prayer --Acts 2:42-47 Sam Walter Foss was a New England poet in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. His wife was a minister’s daughter, and their Church was College Avenue Methodist Church in Somerville, Massachusetts [SOURCE: ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Dealing With Temptation

    Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 5, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,386 views

    We have an advocate who understands our weakness, and is able to carry our burden of temptation and sin.

    TEXT: HEBREWS 4:15-16 15 This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses since he had the same temptations we do, though he never once gave way to them and sinned. 16 So let us come boldly to the very throne of God and stay there to receive his mercy and to find grace to help us in our times ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    You Are The Man

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,275 views

    David’s sin and restoration have so much to teach us.

    "YOU ARE THE MAN" TEXT: II SAMUEL 11/12 INTRODUCTION Today’s text comes from the 11th and 12th chapters of the book of II Samuel. In the chapters leading up to our text we see David becoming the recognized King over all of Israel. He lead the nation of Israel in many successful campaigns over ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Gift Of Heaven

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 30, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,212 views

    A basic gospel message based on Romans 6:23

    The Gift of Heaven Romans 6:23 August 31, 2003 Introduction This morning, I am very cognizant of the fact that this is probably our last time together for quite a while, and let me tell you I have been blessed to no end by you. I also realize that I am at a church that believes in the Bible, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Sinful Conversion Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 25, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,749 views

    The question for everyone, is “Are you wheat or are you a tare?”

    “Dangerous Doctrines” Malachi 2:17 OBJECTIVE: To show that there are two destructive doctrines floating around the Christian church today: Sinless perfection and sinful conversion INTRODUCTION: Last week we discussed the doctrine of ‘sinless perfection’ and we learned that while we are made ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Central Call Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 4, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,367 views

    Repentance: 1. involves a genuine sorrow for sin. 2. includes a genuine turning from sin. 3. results in a genuine love for God.

    Recent research is confirming that the moral condition of the United States is in serious decline. An article released by the Barna Research Group, which surveyed people on what they considered morally acceptable behavior, states: “Of the ten moral behaviors evaluated, a majority of Americans ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    What Judas Missed

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 6, 2003
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,066 views

    Judas missed out on what came from Christ’s cross and resurrection.

    "What Judas Missed" Matthew 27:1-10 April 20, 2003 Chester’s FBC Chester, IL Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: (Play clip of Jesus Christ Superstar of Judas, the scene where Judas returns to the high priest and then hangs himself.) A Jesus had 12 disciples, but perhaps the most ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Moving Beyond Regrets Series

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jul 10, 2006
    based on 36 ratings
     | 21,176 views

    In this sermon we learn how to move beyond the regrets and sins of our past.

    Have you ever done something you later regretted; (or) have you missed an opportunity that you later regretted; (or) have you said something you later regretted? All of us know the pain of regrets. For some it could be the regret of a broken marriage. For some it could be the regret of an abortion. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Damaged Goods

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Aug 25, 2003
    based on 120 ratings
     | 32,153 views

    You may be disappointed, discouraged, emotionally emasculated, and spiritually messed-up.You may get talked about, and criticized. You may even be socially unaccepted, rejected by family, friends, and society has a whole, but that’s what God can use. Dam

    “Damaged Goods” 1st Samuel 1:1-5, 10-11, & 19 Often times in the certain stores they will have a special section of items that are considered to be damaged goods. These items have either been dented, scratched, or something is wrong with them and they are said not to have the value they are ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

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    New Shirts

    Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,072 views

    Romans 6 sermon about trading our "dirty shirts" in for "new shirts" through Baptism and the sign of the Cross.

    In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three-in-One who cleanses our hearts and minds and souls from all impurities, Amen. Brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus. This dirty old tshirt has been buried just outside of the campus house for three days. It has a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Verdict

    Contributed by Jeremy Farmer on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,396 views

    3 Things People are Guilty of

    THE VERDICT Text: Romans 3 YOU HAVE THE FATE OF YOUR LIFE IN YOUR HANDS 3 Things people are guilty of (3 of many): 1. Murder - Not the type that you and I normally think about. If we think it’s wrong, why do we do it? 1st Degree Murder - Hurting with intention of killing 3rd Degree Murder - ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Mar 2, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,575 views

    A simple short sermon for our Older Folk’s Service.

    The Parable of the Wedding Banquet. Mt 22:1-14 WBC "Silver Service" 2 Mar 2006 REJECTION I just love this parable! But it’s a sad one, as well Basically- it’s a parable about God’s invitation to His Son’s wedding banquet - and the wedding banquet symbolises "Salvation" But at the start of it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mentored Becoming A Mentor

    Contributed by Donny Granberry on Feb 2, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,281 views

    Moses raised up a Joshua to take his place, but Joshua failed in that part and there arose a generation that did not know God. It is imparative that we reproduce or faith in the lives of others.

    The Mentored Becoming the Mentor by Pastor Donny Granberry It is quite an honor to be with you at the conference on "Spiritual Fathers," and to be partnering with my Dad makes this a remarkable treat. It is a rare opportunity that your spiritual father and your natural father are one and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God