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  • Jeffrey Kellum avatar

    Who Are You?

    Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 2, 2003
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,866 views

    Paul’s introduction to 1 Cor gives us insight about who we are.

    I. INTRODUCTION: How many of you have seen Disney’s Lion King? Remember when Samba couldn’t decide whether or not he should go back to the Pride Lands? He had some pretty heavy baggage he was carrying around. His father had taught him a lot about his role in life and how he should act. But when ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Will They Say?

    Contributed by Eston Williams on Feb 3, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,929 views

    The way you live your life will determine what they will say about you at your funeral.

    As you know I am preparing to attend my 35th high school reunion. This week I dug through the storage unit to find my Little Rock Central High School annual for 1967, my senior year. Couldn’t wait to get home to see those pictures. Lord, I was a dork! Looked like I was almost 12! And that ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    A Sure And Steadfast Hope Series

    Contributed by Stephen Wright on Feb 11, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,011 views

    Can we have a sure and steadfast hope in a mad word?

    Hebrews 6 teaches us about the characteristics that Christians should display: • Love to the Brethren – your work and labour of love v10 • Diligence and perseverance vv 11-12 We have looked at these previously and the end of the chapter goes on to talk about hope. This should be a key ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Climbing The Ladder Of Spiritual Maturity

    Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 1, 2002
    based on 87 ratings
     | 22,364 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
     | 3,443 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
     | 5,196 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
     | 4,471 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

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    Will The Real Solomon Please Stand Up Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,756 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
     | 7,048 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
     | 20,286 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
     | 3,984 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
     | 8,664 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

  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    Virtues To Guide Our Lives (1 Of 10) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Jan 29, 2003
    based on 76 ratings
     | 9,065 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

  • David Cambridge avatar

    The Characteristics Of A Christian

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 19, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 16,185 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

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    Is The Victory Worth The Stink?

    Contributed by Barry Edmondson on May 27, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,490 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