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  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Developing Our Attitude To Imitate Christ - Philippians, Part 4 Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 20, 2022
     | 1,997 views

    We are called to develop an attitude that reflects Jesus in everything that attempt. Accepting it and serving as Christ did is our only job today and tomorrow!

    “Developing our Attitude to Imitate Christ” - Philippians, Part 4 Philippians Sermon Series, Part 4 Philippians 2:5-11 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from series opener: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Secret Of Success For Christians

    Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,113 views

    If we will live in trust and obedience we can be successful in the eyes of God. This message is based on a sermon by Rev. David Wilkerson preached in 1967.

    The Secret of Success for Christians Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Pastor Jim May 1 Corinthians 9:9, "For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen?" Paul wrote this referring to the teaching that he had as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    How To Be A Happy Christian Series

    Contributed by John White on Mar 21, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,796 views

    A practical analysis of beatitudes and their application to Christian living in our world today.

    How To Be A Happy Christian Matt. 5:1-12 This is perhaps one of the most misunderstood passages in the scriptures. It is the core of what has come to be known as the Sermon on the Mount. Those who believe salvation is by works rather than by grace through faith alone, point to these verses as ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians In Name Only Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,180 views

    In order to avoid being Christians in name only, we must continue to rely upon the Holy Spirit and not our own wisdom and power.

    In his commentary on World Net Daily posted on April 21, 2009, David Welch wrote the following words: One of the most massive and widespread occurrences of identity theft has happened, and it is not even attracting the attention of local, state or national leaders. This particularly insidious ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Role Of Christian Leaders Series

    Contributed by Ed Sasnett on Oct 27, 2014
     | 12,099 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
     | 9,336 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
     | 1,028 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
     | 5,259 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
     | 17,440 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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    The Tests Of True Christianity Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 16, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,817 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
     | 4,319 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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    How The Holy Spirit Develops Essential Traits Within Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 60 ratings
     | 4,348 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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    Family Feud

    Contributed by Dan Cale on Nov 6, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 4,314 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
     | 10,481 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
     | 4,994 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