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  • David Lange avatar

    We Must Crucify Our Old Nature Series

    Contributed by David Lange on Sep 30, 2013
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    Christ has redeemed us, but we must crucify our old nature.

    WE MUST CRUCIFY OUR OLD NATURE When God draws us to himself, He enables us to respond to His call by repenting and making Him Lord. If we repent, something awesome happens! We become born again. John 3:5-6 To be born again is to receive a new nature, a new mind, and the Holy Spirit. But what ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Abiding In Christ

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Aug 6, 2001
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     | 16,115 views

    Our number one goal must be our relationship with Christ, staying with Him, obeying His commands and living in His love.

    Intro: An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so boring.” With that his sister turned and said, “It’s supposed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 21, 2015
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    Jesus, through the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit, has given us all that we need to live in the realm of the supernatural. The mind of Christ is given to all believers through the Spirit of God. But we must activate the mind of Christ ourselves!

    Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    What Must I Do: Appear Before The Judgment Seat Of Christ

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 8, 2013
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    By realizing that we live in a tent, the Spirit of God lives in us, and that we will live with God, we can face the judgment with confidence.

    WHAT MUST I DO? WE MUST APPEAR AT THE JUDGMENT 2 CORINTHIANS 5:1-10 Big Idea: By realizing that we live in a tent, the Spirit of God lives in us, and that we will live with God, we can face the judgment with confidence. SERIES INTRO We are asking ourselves “What Must I Do?” and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    David Sinned, And The Son Must Die: A Sermon For Christ The King Sunday

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 15, 2023
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    What should we make of such a miserable passage of Scripture? And what does this have to do with Christ the King Sunday. Read and find out.

    Adam Sinned, and the Son must Die 2 Samuel 12:9-14 Sin has dire consequences. It not only affects the sinner but also everyone around him. In this case, David's newborn son with Bathsheba is struck down by the LORD, even though David is allowed to live. But an even greater Son must die, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    "Imitators Of Christ" Series

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Jun 22, 2003
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,423 views

    To be a truen New Testament Church we must do what Jesus did. WDJD What did Jesus do? Let us discover what Jesus did and become Imitators of Christ.

    “Imitators Of Christ” Prepared For Fort Payne For Wed. Night, June 18th 2003 Text; Matt 4:18-22 (KJV) 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Be Crucified With Christ

    Contributed by David Seeley on Oct 16, 2004
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    Paul wrote to the Roman believers that they needed to be crucified with Christ. We today must also experience this crucifixion of self will, and sinful desires.

    The Road to Being Crucified with Christ Context: Romans 6:1-23 Text: Romans 6:5-8 In this passage, Paul is instructing the Christians at Rome into a deeper walk with God. In verses 5-8 he tells them that in the Christian life there comes a time when each person must follow Christ and be ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    The Return Of Christ

    Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Feb 5, 2006
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     | 2,713 views

    To show that Christ is returning soon and we must make sure we are personally ready to meet Him as well as our friends and family.

    Every year on Thanksgiving morning in New York City there is a tradition that thrills young and old alike. Early in the morning, warm or cold, rain or shine, thousands line the city streets trying to get the best spots. They wait for hours, which seem like an eternity to many. ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    You Must Know The Message Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 7, 2014
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     | 6,381 views

    What message are you sending? Do you know the message?

    Rom 10:13-17 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. 14 How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher? 15 And how shall they preach, except they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Jesus Said It: You Must Be Born Again Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,565 views

    This message examines the meeting between Jesus and Nicodemus.

    What does it mean to be a disciple? Wait a second; let me be a little bolder with my question. Are you a follower of Jesus? I believe that the majority of us would answer that question in a way that affirms that we do indeed follow Jesus. But I still have to ask; are you really a disciple? Is there ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim May avatar

    To Have It All You Must Have The Attitude Of Jesus

    Contributed by Tim May on Apr 3, 2015
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     | 4,194 views

    If you want to go up in the world then you need to be willing to kneel down.

    INTRODUCTION: I did something touristy yesterday and if you ask my family they will tell you it is not something I normally like to do. I like to keep a low profile. I don’t like people to think I get really excited about something. I don’t stand in lines for autographs - unless I ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Preparing For Christ’s Return Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 3, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 17,764 views

    When Jesus returns to take His people to heaven, we must be ready. Spiritual preparation cannot be bought or borrowed at the last minute. The story of how the 5 virgins missed it all is perfectly true to life. It gives us the imagery of how we need to be

    Opening illustration: Articulate my early arrival for my marriage ceremony and the people from the bride’s side were not ready and waiting at the church gate for welcoming the guests from the bridegroom’s family. On a similar not my youngest brother-in-law arrived 3 hours late during his wedding to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    If We Want To Lead, We Must Serve Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Sep 7, 2014
     | 7,693 views

    We must not hinder anyone from coming to Christ because it is in serving Jesus and leading others to Him that we find our true reward. However, if anything comes between us and Jesus we must cast it aside because He is worthy of our total focus!

    Leading well means serving well Mark 10:32-52 - Jesus is demonstrated in this book as a “servant” -- Beginning today, we will see that concept explained and really come into focus - Jesus’ teachings, while difficult for some to deal with, are always timely -- God ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Brad Stone avatar

    Whatever It Takes, I Must Get To Jesus

    Contributed by Brad Stone on Jul 7, 2024
     | 1,015 views

    Looking at Peter walking on the water in a different light, we see his determination to get to Christ.

    Whatever It Takes, I Must Get to Jesus Mt. 14:24-29 24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. 26 And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obedience Series

    Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Feb 23, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 16,676 views

    We become what we behold. As we behold Jesus, our love for Him increases. With an increase in love comes an increased desire to obey. We find His promises and abundant life for us as we obey and walk closely with Jesus each day.

    Amazed: Obedience Well, we’re going to continue on our series called Amazed, today, and today’s title is called, “Amazed at Obedience.” Didn’t get any “amens” – I mean come on now. Amazed at obedience, because it is a joy. I want to start by telling ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational