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Genuine Accountability Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 29, 2005

Genuine Accountability starts our acronym of GRACE. Using the Shepherds Covenant which is prepared for pastors and ministry leaders but expand them to everyone desiring a Christ-centered life

THE LIFE OF G.R.A.C.E. August 28, 2005 “Genuine Accountability” Intro: Today we are going to begin a series of talks designed to help us understand grace in a new way. We are going to be taking the letters of the word grace and over the next few weeks dissecting them to look at our own lives and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:2-7

Denomination: Baptist

Mind Control 8 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Mar 27, 2006

It is the study, application and expression of the Word of God that leads to a Christ-centered life. In general, the Christian church, even though growing in number, is shrinking in depth of Spiritual Comprehension and Discernment.

We’ve looked at the need for every Believer to "earnestly contend for the Faith, once for all delivered to the Saints". To do so, we need to recognize and resist false doctrine. Unless we can recognize and do resist false doctrine, it will not be long until we, ourselves, will be caught-up in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-8

All Celebrations Centered On Jesus

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 12, 2015

To show that our celebrations are always centered in the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you celebrating the LORD in your life? Yes. Luke 15:32 Luke 15:32 But it was fitting to make merry, to revel and feast and rejoice, for this brother of yours was dead and is alive again! He was lost and is found! II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 16:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Bond With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 11, 2018

Being saved by grace through faith in the finished work of Christ creates an eternal bond with the Gospel. As we grow and mature in the Lord, the Gospel continually shapes our lives. The life of every believer should be directed by the Gospel.

The Bond with the Gospel Philippians 1: 27-30 For the past few weeks we have been considering the impact of the Gospel in our lives and the challenge of allowing the Gospel to be central in our lives. Clearly the Gospel brings about an immediate transformation, from the inside-out. 2 Cor.5:17 – ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Conquering Christ Of Christmas

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 22, 2015

Will Christ be the center of your celebration this Christmas season? Are you living for the things that Christ died for?

Introduction: Will Christ be the center of your celebration this Christmas season? Are you living for the things that Christ died for? The Christian needs to remember that our joy is because of Jesus, our songs because of our Savior, our love because of our Lord, our inheritance is because of His ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Both Lord And Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 24, 2022

God’s plan to save us centered around declaring Jesus both Lord and Messiah.

Both Lord and Messiah Text: Acts 2:22-36 Introduction 1. Illustration: “The cornerstone of God’s plan is the atonement of the Lord Jesus Christ” (Hugo Montoya). 2. As God always does, he had a plan B. He set us up with paradise, but that wasn’t good enough for us, we had to have more. So, we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

The Rightness Of Divine Self-Promotion Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 1, 2021

While it is wrong and inappropriate for us to make it all about us and to devote our lives to self-promotion, it is altogether right and good to make it all about God and for God to be engaged in divine self-promotion.

A. One day a little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted on to the baseball diamond wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat, “I’m the greatest hitter in the world,” he announced. 1. Then, he tossed the ball into the air, swung at it, and missed. 2. “Strike One!” he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-3, John 12:27-28, John 17:4-5, Leviticus 10:3, Exodus 14:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Still Came Part 4

Contributed by Greg Nance on Dec 23, 2012

Jesus coming has impacted everything! May we keep Christ as our central focus of life.

Video: flash mob Christmas in the mall (Google youtube Christmas Flash mob) This world would certainly be a different place if Jesus had not come, would it not? Can you even imagine? First of all, this church would not exist. The New Testament would not exist. Christmas and Easter would not ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gladly Losing Everything Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 2, 2016

First sermon I preached at our new church plant, The Road, www.tiftonroad.org. It was about the willingness of Paul to totally rely on Christ, rather than any earthly accomplishment or accolade.

Text: Philippians 3:2-11, Title: Gladly Losing Everything, Date/Place: The Road, 4/17/16, AM A. Opening illustration: Losing softball B. Background to passage: This passage is coming off of one of the greatest passages on the nature and work of Christ. Paul then talks about how they should live in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Agape Love Versus Self-Centered Love

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 9, 2018

The church in Corinth, like many modern churches, was in a great deal of trouble. Self-centered love and self pride was wreaking havoc. What's the answer?

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 13:34-35, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

The Centrality Of Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 21, 2006

The desire of God’s heart is that in everything Jesus Christ might have the preeminence. Paul declares that everything finds its meaning and significance in Christ. Christ must be at the center of all things both in our individual lives and in the church.

THE CENTRALITY OF CHRIST COLOSSIANS 1:15-18 And He is the head of the body, the church, who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, that in all things He may have the preeminence Introduction: The desire of God’s heart is that in everything Jesus Christ might have the preeminence. Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-18

Denomination: Baptist

That I May Win Christ

Contributed by Rickey Bradford on Jun 7, 2011

This message centers on the one driving force behind the Apostle Paul's ministry and work--to know Christ

That I May Win Christ Philippians 3: 7-8 Introduction • This morning we take a look into the mind and the motivation of the Apostle Paul. • His life’s goal and calling can be summed up in Phil. 3 What Things Were Gain— • Things—Hostis (Hahs—tis) In Greek ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-8

Denomination: Church Of God

Knowing Christ Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 30, 2006

This is the second in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the most important issue in the process, getting to know Christ personally.

Going Deeper Pt 2 - Knowing Christ Philippians 3:1-11 I want to start this morning with the same question I started with last week. How many of you want to find a deeper walk with God? Two reminders I would give you from last week. One, is that God wants a deeper walk with you. Two is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other

The Beauty In The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 4, 2018

Paul's life was shaped by the Gospel. Even in the face of an uncertain future and difficulty, he embraced change in life through the power of the Gospel. That is the beauty in the Gospel.

The Beauty in the Gospel Acts 20: 24-27 Our text today finds the apostle Paul on his way to Jerusalem. He is well aware of the animosity of the Jews toward him, and quite uncertain what his future will hold once he arrives. One would expect him to be very nervous and apprehensive about returning, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

"a New Focus"

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 25, 2023

This is part of a series in Philippians

Title: “A New Focus” Scripture: Phil. 1:21-26 Type: Expository series Where: GNBC 5-28-23 Intro: One of the best parts of being a pastor is the opportunity I have to perform wedding services. I have been very blessed to be involved in the service for both of my married sons, and soon, my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible