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  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Claim To Know God

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 9, 2013
     | 4,307 views

    To enumerate the characteristics of those who only claims to know GOD but GOD does not know them.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you claim to know GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the characteristics of those who only claims to know GOD but GOD does not know them. IV. TEXT: Titus 1:16 (Amplified Bible) They profess to know God [to recognize, perceive, and be ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Way Of The Cross Leads (To A Blessed) Home Series

    Contributed by Paul Norwood on May 16, 2016
     | 7,420 views

    Applying some characteristics of "the way of the cross" to our marriages can lead to a blessed home.

    The Way of the Cross Leads (to a Blessed) Home Text: Colossians 1:19-23 I. Welcome II. Introduction Last Sunday was Mother’s Day as we began a series of lessons on marriage and the home that will continue through Father’s Day. My dad was a preacher. Although he loved to sing, he really ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Portrait Of A Servant (Part 2) Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Mar 7, 2016
     | 5,278 views

    In this sermon, we examine the second four Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount to discover the characteristics of a servant.

    Introduction: A. How many of you have been to an art museum? 1. Do you run through an art gallery, or do you walk slowly and thoughtfully? 2. To really appreciate art, you have to take your time and contemplate the masterpiece. 3. For example, let’s consider Leonardo De Vinci’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    An Elaboration Of The Social Test Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 7, 2021
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     | 3,526 views

    First John 3:11-18 teaches us that love is a characteristic mark of the children of God.

    Scripture As a result of poor planning, Dennis, from Katy, Texas, needed some same-day dry cleaning before he left on a trip. He remembered a store on the other side of town with a huge sign: “One-Hour Dry Cleaners.” So he drove out of his way to drop off a suit. After filling out the tag, he told ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Fight The Good Fight Of The Faith Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 7, 2022
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     | 4,826 views

    1 Timothy 6:11-16 shows us five characteristics that mark a Christian leader.

    Scripture In the last chapter of his First Letter to Timothy, Paul issued four charges to Timothy: first, about the false teachers (6:3-10), second, to Christian leaders (6:11-16), third, to rich Christians (6:17-19), and finally, to Timothy himself (6:20-21). Let us read our text for today in 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Living In The Power Of Christ (Ephesians 3:14-21) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 13, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,718 views

    How do you manifest the characteristics of God as He is continually refines you in your life?

    Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View This Message at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/115454 Introduction This Easter morning, we are going to look at a powerful prayer of the Apostle Paul in our study of the Book of Ephesians. ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Transformed By Truth: The Wisdom From Above James 3:17-18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024
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     | 858 views

    James 3:17-18 highlights the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: The Wisdom from Above James 3:17-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the Book of James, particularly James 3:17-18. These verses highlight the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives. Let's read the text together from the New Living ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Is Your Faith Alive? Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 17, 2022
     | 3,178 views

    Based on James 2:14-26 - Sermon encourages congregation to consider the characteristics of a living faith.

    “IS YOUR FAITH ALIVE?” James 2:14-26 FBCF – 10/16/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sermon bump video (https://www.sermoncentral.com/church-media-preaching-sermons/sermon-video-illustrations/book-of-james-10149-detail) Continue our series in book of James – “Faith that Works.” So far, we’ve talked ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Understanding The True Nature Of Grace SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 792 views

    This sermon presents 5 characteristics of grace to help you identify genuine, Biblical, saving grace.

    This sermon is about the topic of grace and its characteristics. Grace is the unmerited favor of God, meaning it is something we don't earn or deserve. It is a gift from God, given freely to us. We are saved by grace through faith, not by our own works. Salvation cannot be achieved or qualified ...read more

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    You Are God's Masterpiece, His Signature Work

    Contributed by Nate Herbst on Jan 11, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,442 views

    Just like a Picasso is easily recognized as a Picasso because of the characteristics of the artist in his work so we too, as we allow Him to develop us as He desires will bear the noticeable characteristics of God Himself to all who see us.

    God’s Signature Work Eph. 2:10 - “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so that we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” The Author: Heb.12:2 - “Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith...” Some turns in the story are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Best Friend

    Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Mar 2, 2025
     | 1,139 views

    This sermon has us looking at what a best friend really means. Do you have a best friend? Are you a best friend? What are the characteristics of a best friend. We are going to discuss those characteristics and show that Jesus meets and exceeds them.

    Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the town of Mary and her sister Martha. It was that Mary who anointed the Lord with fragrant oil and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. Therefore the sisters sent to Him, saying, “Lord, behold, he whom You love is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Love One Another

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 44 ratings
     | 31,653 views

    There are fifteen characteristics of love in this passage that the Holy Spirit enables us to express with power if we will let Him

    How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Love One Another Illustration:In his book Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis wrote, "Do not waste your time bothering whether you ’love’ your neighbor act as if you did. As soon as we do this, we find one of the great secrets. When you are behaving as if you loved someone, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Spirit-Filled Church

    Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 14, 2004
    based on 66 ratings
     | 4,962 views

    When a church possesses all the characteristics of a Spirit-filled church, it will attract new people to God and to the church

    January 11, 2004 Acts 2:42-47 “The Spirit-filled church” INTRODUCTION Have you ever noticed how much time and energy we as a society spend on being attractive to one another? To get an idea, it only takes a quick trip into Wal-Mart. One very large section is labeled beauty aids. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mary – The Example Of A Godly Woman

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 20, 2003
    based on 33 ratings
     | 3,143 views

    Mary, the mother of Jesus, was a godly example throughout her life. Notice the characteristics of a true woman of God.

    A. INTRODUCTION: LUKE 1:26-38; 46-56 1. Sixteen years. How old was Mary when Jesus was born? 2. She needed a Savior. What is our reaction to the claim Mary was born without sin? "My spirit hath rejoiced in God my Saviour" (1:47). B. HOW WAS MARY AN EXAMPLE OF A GODLY WOMAN 1. Mary was living a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Church As A Praising Community Series

    Contributed by Galen Hackman on May 10, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 5,010 views

    4th in a series of 5 sermons on the Core Characteristics of the Church. This sermon explores the church as a praising community.

    The Church as a Praising Community Acts 2:42-47 Psalm 111 Acts 2:47 tells us that the early church was praising God and enjoying the favor of all the people. Praising is a core characteristic of the church; an essential element in its DNA. Wherever the church exists, there will be praise. What ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren