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  • Ed Sasnett avatar

    The Role Of Christian Leaders Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Oct 27, 2014
     | 12,019 views

    The role of Christian leaders is to attract the church to Christ.

    Title: The Leader’s Portrait Text: I Corinthians 4:1-5 Text: The role of Christian leaders is to attract the church to Christ. Life Question: What are the roles of Christian leaders that attract the church to Christ? INTRODUCTION John Woolman was a Quaker who grew up in Pennsylvania in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians, Camels, And Calluses

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Nov 5, 2017
     | 9,258 views

    A sermon exhorting Christians to pray.

    "Christians, Camels, and Calluses!" James 5:13-20 James 5:13 Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms. 14 Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: 15 And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Introduction To Christian Living Series

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 11, 2024
     | 947 views

    First in series from James, Introduction to Christian Living

    James 1 Introduction to Christian Living Some of ya’ll never consider how things get done around here. We are a small church, with a limited budget, and so the things done around here are done by volunteers. The place is mowed and trimmed by volunteers. The pavilion and plastic walls are cleaned ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mentoring Discipleship – How To Develop Fully Devoted Followers Of Jesus

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 12, 2022
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,196 views

    This course covers the following: I. THE BASICS AND MOTIVATION FOR MENTORING DISCIPLESHIP II. THE PRINCIPLES OF MENTORING DISCIPLESHIP III. THE NATURE OF A DISCIPLE IV. THE PRACTICE OF MENTORING DISCIPLESHIP

    INTRODUCTION – A Life Well Lived I fell in love with Jesus when I was a troubled teenager while attending Topanga Community Church in California. One person stood out among all others, a silver-haired senior saint named Doris Shumate. She was an unassuming, kind, and gentle soul who always ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Authentic Christianity In Action

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 7, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 17,383 views

    In this passage we see Authentic Christian in Action - 1. In the Sacrificial Life of Tabitha, 2. In the Faith/Love of Joppa's disciples and 3. In the Spiritual Courage of the Apostle Peter

    Scripture: Acts 9:36-43; Psalms 23 and John 10:22 - 30 (Fourth Sunday of Easter - Year C) Title: Authentic Christianity in Action Proposition: In Acts 9:36-43 we see Authentic Christian in Action - 1. In the Sacrificial Life of Tabitha/Dorcas, 2. In the Faith/Love of Joppa's ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    How The Holy Spirit Develops Essential Traits Within Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
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     | 4,296 views

    The Holy Spirit furnishes leaders with problem-solving abilities without bogging them down in daily palavers. "It would not be right for us to neglect the ministry of the word of God in order to wait on tables. We will give our attention to prayer and the

    How the Holy Spirit Develops You Into a Leader (Acts 6:2-8) The Spirit of God led the disciples to avoid getting bogged down in micro-management when they were led to say, "It is not wise for us to devote our energies to waiting on tables, but we will devote ourselves to prayer and the ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Day Of The Dead, Not The Day Of Death Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 31, 2009
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     | 5,135 views

    As Christ gave Himself when we were still sinners, so we must give ourself over to the service of life and the protection of life as the key to authentic human development

    November 2, 2009 All Souls Day Caritas in Veritate When God, at the exactly perfect moment in human history, wanted to take man’s development to the final level, He did so, and continues to do so, by a selfless act of gift. While we were yet sinners he came to us, became one of us, and died for ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    It Is In The Dna? You Can Change!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 21, 2015
     | 5,269 views

    You can change if you want to... Our Divine DNA has a plan that will bring change. Never get caught up in the debate and forget the miracle.

    DNA? IS REAL CHANGE POSSIBLE? OR ARE WE FOREVER TRAPPED TO STAY THE SAME? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE ARE IN A SERIES ON CHANGE. I. IT MAY BE VERY POSSIBLE TO ACCUSE OR EXCUSE OUR WORDS AND BEHAVIORS UNTIL WE SEAR ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Emergence

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 15, 2025
     | 529 views

    The concept of emergence is deeply rooted in God’s desire for His people to step into the fullness of His calling and to manifest His glory.

    EMERGENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 60:1 "Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee." Supporting Texts: Isaiah 61:1-3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Ephesians 5:8, Romans 8:19, John 1:5 INTRODUCTION: The concept of emergence is deeply ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Tests Of True Christianity Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 16, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,727 views

    Growing Christians are not sinless but should sin less.

    The Tests of True Christianity 1 John 3:4-10 Rev. Brian Bill 10/16/11 I’m not the handiest hammer in the toolbox when it comes to doing home projects so I always try to become good friends with guys who have a lot of tools and know how to use them. We made a few improvements to our laundry ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry Hulse avatar

    Christians Living In Bondage

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jun 10, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,250 views

    We have a gospel today that allows the flesh to stay alive fulfilling scripture which warns us that in the last days, men shall become lovers of pleasurers more than lovers of God producing a generation of people who want the best of both worlds.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Lamentations 1:1) "How doth the city sit solitary, that was full of people! how is she become as a widow! she that was great among the nations, and princess among the provinces, how is she become ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Family Feud

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,272 views

    Why do feuds develope between Christians and how can we prevent them?

    The Family Feud Philippians 2:1-11 Richard Dawson used to be the host of the popular game show ¡V Family Feud where two families faced off in competition against one another. Today too often we see family feuds and they¡¦re not part of a game show in fact they are no game at all ¡V they are part ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Woman At The Well - Stages Of Relationsips

    Contributed by Michael Worker on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 10,434 views

    This sermon uses the illustration of the Woman at the well to show how christian friendship and community is developed

    On the way to Galilee Jesus passed through Samaria. It was noon when He reached the beautiful Vale of Shechem. At the opening of the valley was Jacob’s well. Wearied with His journey, He sat down here to rest while His disciples went to buy food. The Jews and the Samaritans were bitter ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    A Time For Prayer

    Contributed by John Dobbs on May 4, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,956 views

    Many people have a difficult time developing a strong prayer life in their Christian walk.

    Introduction Many people have a difficult time developing a strong prayer life in their Christian walk. Sometimes prayer is stronger when things are a struggle. If that is true, then we should be a praying people right now! The concept of prayer is fairly simple. Someone once said, “I don’t feel ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Developing A Great And Intimate Relationship With God, The Father - Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jun 14, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,436 views

    Understanding the character and nature of God, the Father and His plans for you.

    A. Questions to Ponder 1. Do you see God as a tyrant? If so, why? 2. Do you feel you cannot come to Him for everything? If so, why? 3. Are you fearing Him to the point of not talking to Him? If so, why? 4. Are you mad at God for your life or current situation? If so, name the situation 5. Are ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational