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    Overcoming Through The Open Door Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 6,636 views

    6th in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

    OVERCOMING THROUGH THE OPEN DOOR REVELATION 3:7-13 INTRODUCTION: The church we have before us today is a church doing things right. A church with a positive presence in its community and in its world. A church, which by this account also breaks many of the so-called characteristics of what today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Pilgrim's Heart

    Contributed by James May on Dec 1, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 11,606 views

    We must have the same characteristics as a pilgrim that Abraham had if we are going to finally find that city that God has built for us.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Daniel Williamson on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 52,411 views

    A detailed series on each of the nine Fruit of the Spirit! Each characteristic listed is a sermon. However, I have combined the lesson into one packet.

    THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT INTRODUCTION It is imperative that we understand that the marks of true spirituality and the signs of maturity in Christian growth are found not in the gifts of the Spirit, rather they are found in producing the fruit of the Spirit. 1st Corinthians 13:1-2 – “If I speak in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Big "A"S For The Big "I"

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 2 ratings
     | 5,169 views

    A sermon on Luke 7:1-10 about the centurion. His characteristics are outlined with "A" words. Good for Independence Day or Veterans Day.

    Sermon for 7/2/2006 Luke 7:1-10 Introduction: C.T. Stroud said, “The best training for a soldier of Christ is not necessarily a college. You see, when in hand to hand conflict with the world and the devil, neat little biblical candy is like shooting lions with a pea shooter; one needs a man who ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Serving Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 3, 2007
    based on 46 ratings
     | 15,820 views

    This is the first in a series on "The Marks Of A Great Christian". This sermon looks at 5 Reasons to serve one-another and 5 characteristics of a Great Servant.

    The Marks Of A Great Christian – Serving I read a story the other day that took place in time of the Revolutionary War - our war for independence. A man dressed in civilian clothes was riding past some soldiers who were repairing a defensive barrier. Several soldiers were working while another ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hearing God: Spiritual Sensitivity Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 14 ratings
     | 27,439 views

    Principles for discerning God’s voice are discussed. What are characteristics of God and His ways that help us know He is speaking to us?

    Hearing God: Spiritual Sensitivity Series: Hearing God for Guidance #4 1 Kings 19:7-13[1] 9-25-05 Intro[2] This morning we will conclude our series on Hearing God. We have seen certain safeguards that God has provided so that we are not deceived or misled in our pursuit of His will. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    How To Be Like God Series

    Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,424 views

    A person takes on the characteristics of the family to which he or she belongs. In this text Paul, shares at least three ways that we are to imitate God.

    How To Be Like God Ephesians 5:1-14 It is for me the most memorable scene of the movie. Pongo is watching out the window as a stream of people pass by heading toward the park. Each passing pet look like their owners. When a couple have been together for a long time. They begin to look like one ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Narnia - A Dangerous Hero! Series

    Contributed by Ron Hammer on Dec 5, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,047 views

    When we look at the Chronicles of Narnia, we see in Aslan a picture of Christ. This sermon examines five characteristics of Christ that are illustrated in Aslan.

    A Dangerous Hero! Aslan is on the move! Of all the beasts in the animal kingdom, none has captured as grand a place in most people’s imagination as the lion. Even the scriptures use lions to portray very powerful images: STRONG - "…What is stronger than a lion?" – Judges 14:18 NIV COURAGEOUS - ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Disaster Of Spiritual Discouragement

    Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 19, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,162 views

    Just as an intoxicated person will exhibit certain characteristics, even so, those who are spiritually discouraged will exhibit some disturbing responses to life.

    THE DISASTER OF SPIRITUAL DISCOURAGEMENT Text: Num.13: 21-25; Deut.1: 24-28 Intro: Discouragement is certainly no stranger to any of us. It is a malady that plagues everyone at some time or the other. As a matter of fact, one might even say that occasional discouragement is a natural part ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real Forgiveness From God Series

    Contributed by Bruce Landry on Apr 20, 2002
    based on 28 ratings
     | 10,447 views

    Joseph will show real God like characteristics in Forgiving his brothers and God continues to care for the nation of Israel during this time of famine.

    Real Forgiveness from God A. Reason and Recognition B. Rebukes, Requirements and Remorse C. Restraint and Return D. Review Have you ever been in a situation where you do something that you know is wrong but you justify yourself in the fact the “the other person deserved it”, “the other person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 15, 2009
    based on 37 ratings
     | 25,302 views

    In Galatians 5:22–23 Paul lists nine representative characteristics of the godly fruit produced by the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life.

    What qualifies someone for a task? There is a story of the testing of a candidate for missions work: One snowy morning at 5:00 a.m., a missionary candidate rang the bell at a missionary examiner’s home. Ushered into the office, he sat three hours past his appointment time waiting for his interview. ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    The Greatest Generation

    Contributed by Jon Sullivan on Mar 18, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,205 views

    Tom Brokaw's book the Greatest Generation helps us to see what characteristics of the WW II generation we need to rediscover today.

    THE GREATEST GENERATION Introduction: Tom Brokaw refers to the current generation of Sr. Adults as the Greatest Generation. Of them He writes, “They came of age during the Great Depression and the Second World War and went on to build modern America – men and women whose everyday ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    True Worship

    Contributed by Ned Bartlebaugh on Oct 21, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,821 views

    True Worship has four characteristics; Central Focus is the Triune God, Character of worship is humility, Community of worship, and Continual nature of worship.

    1. INTRODUCTION a. Good morning. This morning we begin a new series focused on Spiritual Disciplines. Revelation chapter 5 gives us a picture of the Spiritual discipline of worship. b. Illustration – The magi carried gifts from afar and came to worship the newborn baby. King Herod said he ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    God Changing The World Through A Church Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 8, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,663 views

    Exposition of Acts 13:1-3 about the characteristics of the church that God used to change the history of the world through the mission and message of Jesus

    Text: Acts 13:1-3, Title: God Changing the World Through a Church, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/13/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Recount a few of the world’s most amazing developments. This was a crucial time for the church: “This moment of prayer and fasting resulted in a missions movement that would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Show A Fool How Foolish He Is

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 17, 2016
     | 3,693 views

    To show that GOD knows a fool from a wise person and GOD already laid down the characteristics of a foolish person from His WORDS.

    I. EXORDIUM: How are you going to handle a fool? Show him from GOD'S WORDS how foolish he is. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD knows a fool from a wise person and GOD already laid down the characteristics of a foolish person from His WORDS. IV. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal