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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Greetings Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 25, 2023
     | 948 views

    Christian Greetings comes from the depth of the heart. it is overflowing with mercy, peace and love. These characteristics of generosity comes from God the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit. Let's bless others with these words.

    Jude 1:2 - Greetings Jude 1:2 “May mercy, peace, and love be multiplied to you.” “Relax, everything's going to be all right; rest, everything's coming together; open your hearts, love is on the way!” (Message Bible). There are four cross references to this verse: 1 peter 1:2, 2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Great Disappearance

    Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 23, 2014
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     | 5,997 views

    We live in a time just before God's judgment on a corrupted world. So did Enoch. He got his own personal rapture; so can you. Four characteristics made him a candidate for that glorious event the same will qualify us too!

    THE GREAT DISAPPEARANCE Gen. 5:21-24 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: HER AGE 1. A nurse was writing down necessary information about a new patient, in preparation for her physical examination. Nurse: "How old are you, Mrs. Smith?" 2. Patient: "None of your business." Nurse: "But the doctor must know your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Godly Judgment

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 20, 2012
     | 4,163 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you've been cheated in a court? Have you been deceived and felt that the judge who handled your case is an unjust judge. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To display characteristics of a Godly judgment.

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you've been cheated in a court? Have you been deceived and felt that the judge who handled your case is an unjust judge. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To display characteristics of a Godly judgment. IV. TEXT: Isaiah 11:3 (New Living Translation, Second ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Shepherds - I'll Change Series

    Contributed by David Haun on Dec 21, 2003
    based on 29 ratings
     | 4,018 views

    Why in the world did God choose the Shepherds? There must have been better folk who could been visited. God chose the shepherds because of their characteristic that you and I need. They were open to change.

    2003 CHRISTMAS SERIES, MESSAGE 4 THE SHEPHERDS "I’M OPEN TO CHANGE" Hope Christian Church December 21, 2003 Dr. David L. Haun We don’t know when that first Christmas occurred. It’s date is one of God’s mysteries, though man has offered many suggestions. In fact, in the early history of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Man Afer God's Own Heart

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 9, 2004
    based on 67 ratings
     | 5,900 views

    The characteristics of a man (or woman) after God’s own heart. I also have this message available in Powerpoint, if you would like to use it, just email me at apayne@chickeechurch.org.

    A Man After God’s Own Heart 1 Samuel 13:14 Psalm 26 Intro. Saul had disobeyed God. His throne was taken away and given to another. David was annointed by Samuel to be the new King of Israel. The Lord is still seeking a man (person) who is “after His own heart” In Psalm 26 we see the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Satan Is Real

    Contributed by Neal Gray on Oct 31, 2001
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     | 10,431 views

    Just like in war, a Christian needs to know who the enemy is, and something about the characteristics and habits of the enemy. Then cevelop a strategy for fighting and staying alive. The enemy for the Christian is Satan. The winning strategy is to take c

    "Satan Is Real" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Ezekiel 28:1-19, KJV Purpose: Just like in war, a Christian needs to know who the enemy is, and something about the characteristics and habits of the enemy. Then develop a strategy for fighting and staying alive. The enemy for the Christian is Satan. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The New Family

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 21, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,267 views

    The key characteristic of a growing and strong spiritual “young person” in God is that they have overcome the evil one. Notice that the word is overcome – not defeat. The idea is that you get past him – not that you crush him – that is up to God in the

    Growing Up is Part of Life And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men. Luke 2:52 I was a little child when I grew up in the small town of Kalkaska. It’s about 17 miles due east of Traverse City in northern Michigan and when I lived there it had about 2000 people – total. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Reality Of Revival

    Contributed by Peter Bines on Jul 24, 2006
    based on 55 ratings
     | 20,508 views

    Whta is revival and what are it’s true characteristics? Let’s explore through Habbakuk what it’s about and stir our hearts to cry to God for His powerful work in our day.

    HABBAKUK CH 3 V 2 INTRODUCTION One modern religious scholar has said: ‘…we will not see the large scale revival’s that were witnessed, for example, during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries…There is simply not the required sociological, psychological and spiritual soil needed for such ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Are We There Yet? Series

    Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,085 views

    Just as God Called Noah to change the world, he has called us to change our world. In part 3 of "God’s Call to Change the World" we will look at the third characteristic of a world changer.

    God’s Call to Change the World Part 3 Learning to Wait With God “Are We There Yet?” Genesis 7-9 Introduction The bible tells us that just as God called and used Noah to change the world, he has called us as well. And over the past two weeks we’ve observed two “world-changing” patterns or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ray Searan avatar

    A Portrait Of A Godly Mother

    Contributed by Ray Searan on Feb 21, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 16,877 views

    What are the necessary components of being a Godly mother? The world’s answers are many: highly educated, professional, independent, etc. The bible demonstrates that essentially one main characteristic need to be present -- an unshakeable trust in God!

    A Portrait of a Godly Mother Text: 2nd Kings 4:8-37 (KJV) 8And it fell on a day, that Elisha passed to Shunem, where was a great woman; and she constrained him to eat bread. And so it was, that as oft as he passed by, he turned in thither to eat bread. 9And she said unto her husband, Behold now, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Be-Attitudes (Part Four)

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 17, 2014
     | 2,284 views

    Today we finish our series on the beatitudes. And in looking at them collectively I can see how they all work together. And I believe having all of these characteristics are important in being able to endure persecution.

    The Be-Attitudes (part four) Matthew 5:11-12 Today we finish our series on the beatitudes. And in looking at them I can see how they all work together-Being poor in spirit causes me to mourn (have godly sorrow). Being meek (kind, gentle and humble) allows me to be merciful. If I hunger and thirst ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Robert Leroe avatar

    Fulfilling The Law Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 3, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,864 views

    Paul gives 6 characteristics of successful churches. We should not keep our burdens to ourselves. We are part of a caring community of faith, and we’re to help when people are hurting, we respond.

    Introduction: People dislike accountability. They prefer to go their own way without answering to others. Among Christians, this attitude breeds self-reliant “Lone Ranger” believers and independent churches. Yet life works better when there is a “chain-of-command”, when ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    "If... Then"

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 2, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 62,220 views

    Philippians 2 shares with us the challenge that “IF” we are believers in Jesus Christ, “THEN” we will reflect certain characteristics of Jesus Christ in our lives: Humbeness and Serving Others

    “IF… THEN” PHILIPPIANS 2:1-11 #IfThen INTRODUCTION This morning we will focus on two words in our passage that seem like insignificant words, but when you put them together make a very powerful statement and will make us think. The statement is a powerful statement because of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • John Gaston avatar

    With Wings Like Eagles

    Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 36,991 views

    A look at 11 species of Birds and how they resemble less-than-perfect Christians. Then see 5 characteristics of Eagles, God's example of believers, and how we need to be like them. The Holy Spirit is our wind!

    WITH WINGS LIKE EAGLES Isaiah 40:28-31 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A nursery school teacher was delivering a station wagon full of kids home one day when a fire truck zoomed past. Sitting in the front seat of the truck was a Dalmatian dog. The children started discussing the dog's duties. 2. "They ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Super-Dads: Father's Day 2013

    Contributed by Scott Bayles on Sep 6, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 14,828 views

    He might not have super strength or be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, but dads are their kids first superheroes! This Father's Day sermon explores three characteristics of Super-Dads! PowerPoint is available.

    FATHER’S DAY: SUPER DADS Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/16/2013 Well, let me start out today by saying “Happy Father’s Day” to all of our Dads. One little boy, when asked to explain about Father’s Day, said, “It’s just like ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church