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  • Jeff Christopherson avatar

    S - Tart With Authenticity (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Dec 23, 2004
    based on 12 ratings
     | 2,653 views

    all religions lead to God, or no religions lead to God? this is a question worth looking at...

    Start with Authenticity Series, “Being Spiritual without being Religious” – Part 1 re•li•gion. ri-’li-j&n, from religare to restrain, tie back. 1 : An institutionalized set of systems, attitudes, beliefs, and practices. 2 archaic : scrupulous conformity.  All religions ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Accurate Life (Part 3) Series

    Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Feb 28, 2008
     | 2,768 views

    We can have religion but no religiosity. Know what true religion that pleases God.

    TOPIC: ACCURATE LIFE (PART 3) (6th of a Series in the Book of James – A Life That Make a Difference Series) Text: James 1:26-27 “26 If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Leicester To Walsingham Pilgrimage

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 3, 2009
     | 2,509 views

    Christianity is not a religion, in the sense that a religion is doing things for God. Christainity is all about relationship

    Leicester - Walsingham Pilgrimage 04-03-09 GD Good morning It is a privilege to be able to share a few words with you this morning. Story: Maddy and I moved to Frisby from New Romney at the end of 2007 As we were taking the bedroom apart, I was surprised to find a small basket underneath our ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Uniqueness Of Christianity

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 5, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,577 views

    Christianity and Religions of the World

    Intro: with the diversity of religions in our society today, a question I am asked from time to time is what is the big difference between Christianity and the other religions of the world. Tonight, I would like to give the practical differences, not the deep theological differences. The Uniqueness ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Clark Tanner avatar

    The Call To Repentance

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 24, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 10,342 views

    Religion without repentance, or repentance apart from religion? How did you come in?

    (read text) Let’s begin by looking at the cast of characters: Jesus: The True Witness, who, having come into the world, is the light of the world. The Messiah. Called Rabbi, or Raboni, meaning ‘teacher’. The One who began His earthly ministry with the public cry to ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Sports Theology

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 17, 2018
     | 3,592 views

    Marx said religion was the opiate of the masses. He was wrong. Sports are not only the opiate, but the religion of the masses.

    The Theology of Sports God - Whoever is champ for the year. He changes from year to year, thus it is a polytheistic religion. Son of God - MVP Jesus Christ - Someone you cry out to when the plays don’t go your team’s way or they make a terrible blunder. Salvation - Reception of a Hail Mary in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • I. Grant Spong avatar

    Bread From Heaven

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 30, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,514 views

    Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35.

    Prelude Do I want MY religion or the religion of Jesus? Purpose: Let’s look at the religion that came from heaven. Plan: Let’s discuss the events of John 6:24-35. The Throng John 6:24 when the people therefore saw that Jesus was not there, nor His disciples, they also got into boats and came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Don't You Get Weary, Children

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 30, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,573 views

    Revised for use at the Chapel of a retirement complex: Life is burdensome if it is merely obligation and not love, or if we think our work means nothing. Christ's victory shows the power of a meaningful life.

    Riderwood Village Chapel, Silver Spring, MD August 8, 2004 In May our son got married. He and his bride passed out little bottles of soap to be used instead of the traditional rice, so we all celebrated at the end of the wedding by blowing bubbles. Well, my daughter’s child, his niece, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    The Beauty And Blessings Of A Holy Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 18, 2025
     | 183 views

    Holiness is often misunderstood in today’s world as a restrictive or burdensome lifestyle. However, biblical holiness is the beautiful, God-ordained standard that sets believers apart and leads to abundant blessings.

    THE BEAUTY AND BLESSINGS OF A HOLY LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16 Supporting Texts: Psalm 19:14, Proverbs 3:3-4, Isaiah 35:8-10, Hebrews 12:14 INTRODUCTION: Holiness is often misunderstood in today’s world as a restrictive or burdensome lifestyle. However, biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Nick At Night

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on Feb 20, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 4,478 views

    Nicodemus - religion vs relationship

    Nick at Night This passage is one of the most familiar in scripture. You see John 3:16 advertised on road signs and sporting events. Luther called John 3:16, “the gospel in microcosm” It is one of the first passages that we memorize, usually in a Sunday School class. Now don’t get me wrong, I love ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Finding Forgiveness

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Mar 11, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 2,575 views

    a prostitute, religion and Salvation in the house

    Intro: in Luke 7:36-50 there is an amazing story about religion, sinners and a Saviour. Jesus forgives a prostitute but doesn’t pardon a religious crowd. Jesus tells a story of someone who is forgiven a little and someone who is forgiven a lot, and asks who will love the most. Today, let’s look at ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Carl Allen avatar

    Islam Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 15, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 10,846 views

    The Islam religion and there differences to Christianity

    Islam “Allah is One, and Christ was just a Prophet” Intro The Islam religion is the fastest growing cult in the world. It has claimed nearly 1 billion followers in countries throughout the world. It originated in Saudi Arabia, and from there it expanded along trade routes to Africa and Asia. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Olafenwa John Ishola avatar

    The Only Way

    Contributed by Olafenwa John Ishola on Jan 3, 2014
     | 4,534 views

    Christianity vs Philosophy and Religions

    To many places, there are many ways, each of which leads to the same point. This is the case in many events that occur in our world. Some ways are shorter than the rest, but all still end up at the same place. This is not the case with the kingdom of God. To eternal life, there is only one way. As ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    2 John Lesson 2 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019
     | 4,889 views

    Eight signs of a false religion.

    A. INTRODUCTION “From the old leader of the church to the elect lady and her children whom I love so much, as do all other believers who have the truth in their hearts” (v. 1, Expanded Translation). 1. Who wrote? John the apostle, but calls himself “elder”. a. Identifies himself as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Anderson avatar

    When A Good Man Does A Bad Thing Or Golden Calf Religion

    Contributed by Chris Anderson on Oct 31, 2002
    based on 86 ratings
     | 5,060 views

    A sermon warning against false worship, and the problems with disobeying God.

    When A Good Man Does A Bad Thing or Golden Calf Religion Exodus 32 Aaron, I believe, was a good man. If not, I do not think that God would have chosen him to head the priesthood for the nation of Israel. He was mightily used of God to help Moses as he led the people. I’m sure there were times ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist