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Being Good Instead Of Looking Good

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 9, 2006

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A sermon on John the Baptist

Sermon for 1/8/2005 Matthew 3:1-12 Introduction: - Let’s compare John the Baptist to modern day preachers. A. His clothes. 1. Modern day preachers wear suits. 2. John the Baptist wore camel’s hair with a leather belt around his waist. B. His diet. 1. Modern day preachers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Benefits Of Being A Christian In The Face Of Tragedy

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 12, 2006

based on 8 ratings

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our church has faced tremendous tragedy with the loss of Skylor Barret. But rather to face tragedy with God than without Him.

Intro: does good really come out of bad? Is there a blessing in the midst of tragedy? Are there benefits to facing suffering, grief, sorrow and loss? If the answer is no to these questions, than being a Christian isn’t any better than being in the world. As a Pastor I would say, we cry the same, we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being God's People In The Last Days Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

based on 7 ratings

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6th in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians." Focus is on how we should live in the last days, Honoring Spiritual Authority, Accountability, Spirituality, etc.

Being God’s People in the Last days Text 1 Thes 5:12-22 In the last passage we read the message was the Lord’s return, and our need to be ready for it. In that passage we are reminded specifically of the fact that Christ died so we could have eternal life. In that context now we see that as the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Ready Means Living In Faith

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Nov 30, 2002

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First Sunday In Advent: Preparation for Jesus’ return is not ’rocket science.’ Readiness is simply living in the faith that God has called us to by grace.

Today is the first Sunday of Advent - the beginning of a new Church Year. The Altar is draped in blue - expressive of hope, expectation and anticipation, which is the dominant mood of Advent. The Advent season is four Sundays long. That is why we have the four Advent candles in the Advent wreath. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You The Warrior Your Meant To Be?

Contributed by Jeffrey Smith on Jun 8, 2004

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God is a Warrior--we see it from cover to cover in the Bible--Your who was created in his image--also are called to be a Warrior for Him in this world! Are you taking a Stand!

Are You Warrior Your Meant To Be? Show clip from a discovery Channel animal hunt! Your in a battle tonight also¡Xjust as this animal was! The things that your generation is facing on a daily basis¡Xare just overwhelming! „Ï Drugs! „Ï Sex! „Ï Pornography¡Xjust a click away! „Ï Materialism ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, Exodus 15:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Incredible Impact Of Being Choosen By God

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jun 18, 2004

based on 29 ratings

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Of coarse we know that Loneliness, fear, and discouragement are not limited to the lives of the Early Church Christians. Today’s Christians live as strangers in a world of shifting values, questioning life issues, and some are short on Hope. Peter has

The Incredible Impact of Being Chosen by God 1 Peter 1: 1-2 Sept. 19, 1999 Text: 1 Pet. 1: 1-2 ILL: Bob Benson, in his book, “See You at the House” describes his childhood experience on the softball field. He was always a frail kid, so when the captains picked teams based on size, ability, or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Nazarene

Outbreak: The Downside Of Being So Negative Series

Contributed by Charles Whitmire on May 22, 2008

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This message looks at what being negative really gets you...

Where does joy come from? I think so many times we equate joy with stuff. If I have all the right toys, the big house, enough money - then I can be happy... Other people equate joy with relationship. If I am getting along with all my friends, if my family is in order, if things are going well... ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Christian Spouse In A Hostile Home Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 31, 2008

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How Christians live in a marriage with a non-Christian spouse.

We have been going through Jesus’ disciple Peter’s first letter. Last week we looked at how we, as Christians, live as citizens of God’s kingdom, heaven, while still living here on earth in a society which frequently does not share our values. Peter’s particular focus was on how we live under the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Part 6 - Being Doers Of The Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Nov 16, 2006

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A closer look at the work of being doers of the word.

The House of Faith Part 6 – Being Doers of the Word Rev. Bruce A. Shields House of Faith Ministries www.PS127.org WELCOME SCRIPTURE READING James 1:22 “22Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” PRAYER Only 1 obstacle stands between a complacent ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Bible Church

Christianity 101-Be Like Christ!

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007

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As Christians we should follow His example. In this sermon I share several things I believe we should do as Christians to "Be Like Christ."

Read Scripture Acts 11:19-26 I want us to think about that last sentence for a few minutes this morning. The Disciples were first called Christians in Antioch. Those who called themselves believers and considered themselves to be His disciples were referred to as Christians. Some scholars ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Being Renewed In The Spirit Of Your Mind

Contributed by Mark Roper on Feb 21, 2009

based on 21 ratings

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People who live long lives together eventually begin to sound alike, to talk alike, and even to think alike. As we walk with God, we take on his thoughts, his principles, and his attitudes. We take on his heart, mind, and personality.

Being Renewed in the Spirit of Your Mind Eph 4:17-24 NKJV As we walk as Christians, were in a battle for our minds. What does this mean? You will either be a person who controls your mind or you will be a person who is controlled by your mind. 1. Your mind is the doorway into who we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Church Of God

From Being A Bad Witness To Good Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 23, 2009

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What should we do when we make mistakes and can we become good witnesses for God again?

We have all done it! We have all done something not good; then we say to ourselves, “Wow, I was really a poor testimony for God with that one.” Did anyone get hurt? Did you do anything about it? You know, this is actually a good sign when you realize you have done something wrong for God. This ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Difference Between Being Lost And Led

Contributed by Nakia Smith on May 9, 2008

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To truly understand where we are going in life, we need to know the if the one who is leading us has the correct directions or if he/she are following someone else.

How many of you in here tonight have heard of the GPS Navigational System? Its main purpose is to keep you from getting lost. But if the truth were known, the easiest way to get to a specific destination is either to know where you are going before you leave or to follow someone who already knows ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Methodist

Being Poured Out- Greatness Cometh

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 10, 2011

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What happens to a person that stops giving or doing? What's wrong with just asking for ease and comfrot?

Being Poured Out- Greatness Cometh Jeremiah 48:11 “ Moab has been at ease from his youth; He has settled on his dregs, and has not been emptied from vessel to vessel, nor has he gone into captivity. Therefore his taste remained in him, and his scent has not changed. Moab had taken the land ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 48:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Be Faithful Even To The Point Of Death"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 11, 2011

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Easter 4(A) - Believers are to be faithful even to the point of death. This means the believer need and wants to be faithful to God’s truth and God’s glory.

“BE FAITHFUL EVEN TO THE POINT OF DEATH” (Outline) April 25, 2010 - Easter 4 - ACTS 7:51-60 INTRO: Faithfulness and commitment are rare words in our society today. Too many break their com-mitments because of unfaithfulness. Divorce is rampant. Living together without marriage is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:51-60

Denomination: Lutheran

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