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  • Sheldon Friesen avatar

    Climbing The Ladder Of Spiritual Maturity

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 22,293 views

    Life is a one step at a time process to maturity.

    Climbing The Ladder of Maturity [Ephesian 4:12] … prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up [13] until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Timothy, A Bright Shinning Star Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
     | 3,407 views

    Timothy was an example of a person who lived and demonstrated the Lordship of Christ in his life and character.

    #19 8-05-07 Timothy, a Bright Shinning Star Text, Philippians 2:19-24 Introduction, 1) Last week’s sermon we as Christians are to shine like stars as a witness for Christ. 2) We are to be witnesses by our words, walk, and our works. 3) We are to follow the example of the brightest stars such as ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Toxic Religion Vs Growing In Grace! Series

    Contributed by Roger Spackman on Feb 28, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,138 views

    Toxic Religion! Series covering 21 areas of Toxic Religion that are ’burning’ the church, both pastors and congregations. You won’t like this series, but you need it, so does your congregation!

    Full Printed Booklet, available BEFORE church for every attendee. Word count 4,200. Time to preach. 40 minutes. Toxic Religion verses Growing in Grace! Study Number One - Introduction March 06th 2007 Pastor Roger Spackman Te Atatu Baptist Church C:\…Preaching Teaching\Toxic Religion 01.doc © ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How God Works In Our Lives

    Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 22, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,422 views

    Looking at when David first comes on the Biblical scene; we see God Works in our lives by Giving Us Spiritual Gifts, Natural Abilities and in our circumstances.

    HOW GOD WORKS IN OUR LIVES March 10, 2005 Jay Robison 1 SAMUEL 16:13-23 David is one of the heroes of the OT, wrote many Psalms A great King, one who dropped Goliath in his tracks Great military man, wise leader, won many battles Before all of that though David was the youngest of 8 sons A ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Will The Real Solomon Please Stand Up Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,714 views

    The message gives a realistic picture of who Solomon really was.

    Hollywood is famous for typecasting certain actors. Typecasting is the process by which a film, TV, or stage actor is strongly identified with a specific character, one or more particular roles, or characters with the same traits or ethnic grouping. There have been instances in which an actor has ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Quest For Righteousness

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jul 18, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 7,001 views

    People often misperceive righteousness as goodness or perfection. This sermon encourages righteousness as faith & actions combined... (Book of James.)

    When we read about righteous men and women of the Bible, such as King David, Father Abraham, even Rahab (a former prostitute!), we tend to forget their shortcomings and trick ourselves into believing that goodness and perfection determine how close we are to God! Illustrate the story of Moses at ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Walking In Obedience Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Jan 29, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 20,202 views

    To walk in obedience means to walk in love.

    Introduction: A. The story is told about a groom, whom during the wedding rehearsal, approached the minister with an unusual offer. 1. “Look, I’ll give you $100 if you’ll change the wedding vows. When you get to the part where I’m to promise to ’love, honor and obey’ and ’forsaking all others, be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Todd Pugh avatar

    The Christian Response To Homosexuality Series

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,932 views

    How should a Christian deal with the issue of Homosexuality

    Series: America, Bless God There are many, many issues we could talk about in regards to this election. However, I am only going to choose a few. It is our job to come down standing on the truth and to help all those around us do the same. There is a large poster of Tiger Woods on the 18th ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    3 Keys To Enduring Trials Series

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2001
    based on 110 ratings
     | 8,619 views

    These messages rely heavily upon John McCarthur’s New Testament Commentaries, only the error are mine

    3 Keys to enduring Trials James 1: 4-12 We have already observed in our 1st message that joy and understanding are supernatural responses to trials. Joy is available through the presence of God in our trials and through our will to endure for Christ sake. Joy for a Christian does not depend upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Cambridge avatar

    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,125 views

    There are several characteristics that every Christian should possess. Reveiwing these will help us to examine ourselves, and be in a better position to help the erring.

    The Characteristics Of A Christian A Question Of Judgment Introduction 1. What characterizes a disciple of Jesus? I ask this question because I believe there are some people who are “confused” about this! 2. In this lesson I will share my concerns and remind us of what ought to characterize a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Virtues To Guide Our Lives (1 Of 10) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,019 views

    This sermon introduces this series, The Core Virtues of the Christian Life, which is based on the Fruit of the Spirit by recognizing our need for virtues that define our character as Christians.

    There is a lot of talk today about core values, especially in the business world. Companies, churches, and even individuals are spending time to determine what is most valuable to them. Once these values are established, the values define the boundaries of how they do business. Churches are ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Barry Edmondson avatar

    Is The Victory Worth The Stink?

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on May 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,463 views

    A Message about the "Sacred Oaks" In Our Churches.

    “Is The Victory Worth The Stink”. Text. Isa 1:29-31. Intro: Big black cat with a white stripe. There was a pastor and his wife and family on vacation with some friends. And all of a sudden, a little boy came up and shouted Mrs.,Man, Mrs. ,Man!a big black cat is eating busters food. A cat with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Steve Malone avatar

    Getting Along With Yourself Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 12, 2006
    based on 41 ratings
     | 14,875 views

    This message looks at 4 attitudes that you need to choose and then cultivate in order for you to get along with yourself and in turn get along with others.

    THE AWESOME POWER OF ATTITUDE, PART TWO "GETTING ALONG WITH THE MOST SIGNIFICANT PERSON IN YOUR LIFE" Question; Do you know who is the most significant person in your life? The person we are going to talk about today is the key to all of your relationships. If you don’t have a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Vance Elzinga avatar

    Radical Spirituality: The Mark Of Faith

    Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Sep 11, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,925 views

    What are the marks of true spirituality?

    2000220a - 1Corinthians 8.1-13 - Radical Spirituality, the Mark of Faith Opening First Corinthians addresses the subject of true spirituality. Big debate about whether or not it was all right for a Christian to eat certain types of meat. Very Polytheistic (God of love, war, travel..) Pagan temples ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Frederic Whittier avatar

    A Sermon On Hope Series

    Contributed by Frederic Whittier on Oct 31, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,657 views

    A look at what hope looks like in a believer’s life.

    The Remaining Three A Sermon On Hope 1 Corinthians 13:13 College football fans knew the late Woody Hayes as a fierce competitor whose passion for winning once led him to slug an opposing player who intercepted an Ohio State pass. But when columnist Bob Greene interviewed him just before his final ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene