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  • James A. Kirkland avatar

    A Marvelous Faith

    Contributed by James A. Kirkland on Apr 19, 2016
     | 11,561 views

    Jesus marveled at the faith of the centurion. In the passage we see 4 characteristics of a marvelous faith.

    Introduction • Last week we looked at the compassion a Christian ought to have. • Jesus showed it to us in the life of a Samaritan. • Today, in looking at a faith that caused Jesus to marvel, it is not in a Jewish preacher, or teacher. It is not in one of his disciples. It is in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Stewardship

    Contributed by W. Alderman on Jan 8, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,916 views

    This is an entire series on Stewardship focusing on Christian giving

    MESSAGE ONE: CHRISTIAN STEWARDSHIP SERIES TRUE RICHES vs. UNCERTAIN RICHES TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6-19 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: America has a standard for comparing the relative value of those things that are in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Christianity: Three Distortions In Christianity

    Contributed by Andy Payne on Apr 19, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,692 views

    There are forces at work undermining the Christian faith. Paul suggests that the forces seemingly come from within our Christian faith.

    Body of Lies Director: Ridley Scott Starring: Leonardo DiCaprio and Russell Crowe Plot: A CIA operative, Roger Ferris, uncovers a lead on a major terrorist leader suspected to be operating out of Jordan. When Ferris devises a plan to infiltrate his network, he must first win the backing of cunning ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    In The World But Not Of The World: The Christian’s Calling

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025
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    The Christian is called to live as a representative of God's kingdom while navigating a corrupt and decaying society.

    IN THE WORLD BUT NOT OF THE WORLD: THE CHRISTIAN’S CALLING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 17:14-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17, Philippians 2:14-16, James 4:4, Colossians 3:1-3 INTRODUCTION: We live in a world filled with moral confusion, spiritual compromise, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Our Redeemer And Lord

    Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 21, 2013
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     | 3,332 views

    In this message this us learn some characteristics of our Redeemer and Lord. Let us learn how wonderful Jesus is in our lives.

    Colossians 1:14-20 Introduction: Paul was writing to the Colossians, praying for them to continue in faith and also revealing to them the preeminence of Christ in creation and redemption. Here Paul will reveal 7 characteristics of Jesus Christ. Let us also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are We Real Christians Or Just Pretending To Be Christians?

    Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014
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     | 16,225 views

    Unfortunately the vast majority of those who profess Christianity are not in fact Christians but remain spiritually dead in their sins because they have not met Jesus’ one requirement to even see the Kingdom of Heaven, that is, they must be born again spiritually.

    Are we real Christians or just pretending to be Christians? Jer 3:10 …Judah (My own people) has not turned to Me with her whole heart, but in pretense, says the LORD. Sometimes we hear that there are living today about two billion people who are Christians. Unfortunately the vast majority ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Church Alive Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010
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     | 4,702 views

    What are the characteristics of a Church that's alive? See what Paul prays for.

    Philippians 1:1-11 Paul had some tough times as he traveled around the Mediterranean telling people about Jesus. He faced opposition from various sources: from the Jewish leaders who were worried that he was taking people away from their Jewish worship, from Roman authorities who were concerned ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Characteristics Of Relational Environments For Making Disciples, Part 6 Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 20, 2014
     | 6,644 views

    Making Disciples; Making a Difference Characteristics of Relational Environments for Making Disciples, part 6

    Making Disciples; Making a Difference Characteristics of Relational Environments for Making Disciples, part 6 We started the series seeing that Jesus tells us the win for us is making disciples. Then we saw that a disciple is someone who follows Christ; a disciple is being changed by Christ; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Finer Points Of Love (Part 2)

    Contributed by Tim Patrick on Feb 10, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,046 views

    This study examines characteristics 4-7 of the fifteeen qualities of love found in I Corinthians 13.

    Last week we began a series entitled the “Finer Points Of Love.” We are studying the fifteen characteristics of love that are listed in I Cor. 13:4-7. The first three are: love is patient, love is kind, and love is not jealous. Today we take a brief look at the next four. Quality number 4: love ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Williamson avatar

    Fruit Of The Spirit Series

    Contributed by Daniel Williamson on Jan 6, 2003
    based on 164 ratings
     | 52,429 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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    Christian Responsibility

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 17, 2004
    based on 61 ratings
     | 40,926 views

    Responsibility means accountability, being trustworthy and diligent. It also means accepting duties of roles. Never before has there been a greater need in the church for Christian’s to step up and accept their responsibility as part of the Body of Christ

    CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY Text: Hebrews 6:9-12 Introduction: Responsibility is a sense of duty and obligation to self and other. Responsibility means accountability, being trustworthy and diligent. It also means accepting duties of roles. Never before has there been a greater need in the church for ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Bond avatar

    Realized Christianity Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on May 27, 2004
    based on 56 ratings
     | 6,748 views

    With a great sense of urgency, and a deep and abiding faith, the first century church grew and developed quickly. The same resources must be utilized by the contemporary church.

    A friend of mine, Brett Kays, some time back noticed some things that are true of scenes in almost every movie or TV show. If you determined reality according to the way Hollywood defined it, you could be very confused. According to Hollywood: • All grocery shopping bags contain at least one stick ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Motivated Christian Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 4, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,242 views

    When a heart/mind is set on a course of faith, the motivation just flows.

    The Motivated Christian INTRO 1. Jack had been saved for many years. At one time he had attended Sunday School and church every week; but now, he casually attended a service here and there. 2. There was a time in Jack’s life when he craved the Word of God; daily devotions, Bible studies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Treadmill Christianity

    Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Jul 9, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,226 views

    In nearly every aspect of a Christians life, they feel like they’re on a treadmill. They can never quite do enough or be quite good enough. And just when they think they are up to speed, someone turns up the machine, and they are playing catch-up again.

    Treadmill Christianity Titus 3:3-7 In 2001 we were about to have our first child and I decided that if I was going to be the dad that would play catch, and soccer in the yard then I needed to get into better shape. So I started going out to the local college and running. Every night Trista would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christian Conduct

    Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Sep 15, 2003
    based on 44 ratings
     | 19,285 views

    Sermon on Christain Conduct

    CHRISTIAN CONDUCT PHILIPPIANS 1:27-28 01/05/95 As we get back into our series of messages on the book of Philippians this morning I just want to briefly look at how we arrived to the point we are now at. Three weeks ago we as you may or may not recall we discusses Paul’s perspective on life and ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church