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  • James H Boyd avatar

    Doctrine And The Christian Life

    Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 20, 2003
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,347 views

    In this article, I want to look at what the Bible itself says about doctrine, and present a balanced look at the vital role that Bible doctrine plays in the Christian life.

    Jesus answered them and said "My doctrine is not mine, but His that sent me." (John 7:16) But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine. (Titus 2:1) Mention the word "doctrine" among church circles, and you will get a variety of different responses. On one hand, there are those who treat ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Doubt-Free Christianity

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 5, 2003
    based on 65 ratings
     | 5,391 views

    We are plagued with doubts. But these words from Romans are designed to rid our souls of doubt.

    Romans 8:31-39: DOUBT-FREE CHRISTIANITY Have you noticed how often the word “free” appears at the grocery store? Everything is free! What I mean is this – you can buy milk that is fat-free. There are egg-beaters that are cholesterol-free. Special fruits and vegetables are pesticide-free. ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Is It Wrong For A Christian To Smoke?

    Contributed by Darrell Jones on Mar 12, 2003
    based on 74 ratings
     | 3,874 views

    I have often been asked by christians "why if the Bible doesn’t mention smoking, how can it be wrong" I believe this message answers those questions.

    What’s Wrong With A Christian Who Smokes? Text (1Cor. 3:16-17) (A) Would Jesus Smoke? Honestly can you imagine Jesus inhaling a cigarette? Can you picture the Lord blowing smoke in your face? NO! Jesus is our example of what a Christian should be. (ILL) My great-grandmother used to say, "If God ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Confusion-Free Christianity

    Contributed by Don Schultz on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,403 views

    You are worse off than you think. But, you are also better off than you think. Do understand this is to rid yourself of confusion.

    CONFUSION-FREE CHRISTIANITY (Romans 5:12-15) Confusion is a big problem in our world today. Perhaps one of the best examples of confusion I have ever seen is this past week, on TV. They were showing hundreds of Iraqi people, standing in the streets, shouting and screaming their support for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Wearing The Christian Label

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 19, 2003
    based on 58 ratings
     | 9,012 views

    A label is used to identify certain things relative to which it is attached. Even so, the label "CHRISTIAN" should tell the world a great deal about us.

    WEARING THE CHRISTIAN LABEL “Then Barnabas departed for Tarsus to seek Saul. And when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So it was that for a whole year they assembled with the church and taught a great many people. And the disciples were first called Christians in Antioch.” Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Victorious Christian Living

    Contributed by J Spurling on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 39 ratings
     | 11,524 views

    Every Christian should understand the particulars truths involved in a Life with the Spirit. Why should every Christian understand the particulars in a Life with the Spirit? Because until you understand the particulars in a life with the Spirit you coul

    Every Christian should understand the particulars truths involved in a Life with the Spirit. Why should every Christian understand the particulars in a Life with the Spirit? Because until you understand the particulars in a life with the Spirit you could live a frustrated life unnecessarily. You ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Comfort-Able Christianity

    Contributed by Ryan Sato on Jan 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,278 views

    “COMFORT-able” Christian faith…. A faith that is able to comfort ‘cuz it’s grounded in reality of the ups and downs of life. (Don’t ya hate it when someone is trying to comfort you and they’re not in touch with reality….or there not even connecting with

    Opener: There’s always talk of needing to get out of our Comfort zones….And often it is thought of as noble or daring but in the end, don’t we all just long for comfort??? At the end of the day are we a people who long to have a miserable night or are we thinking “once I get home, I’m gonna put ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Joy Of Christian Repentance Series

    Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,227 views

    Godly repentance comes as a result of godly grief, it leads to salvation & it brings no regrets.

    By Danny Saunders I’d like to introduce you to Jay Rayner. Jay Rayner has set up an apology Website. That’s right an apology Website. How it works is people can log on to www.the-apologist.co.uk & register an apology, they can say sorry to anyone for anything & so unburden themselves of all the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Christian Declaration Of Independence

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,109 views

    The way life as a Christian should be!!

    Christian Declaration of Independence I am free from failure PHILIPPIANS 4:13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me. Here the Apostle Paul’s ability of knowing how to live skillfully on just a little or a whole lot don’t just mean that he is some kind of a spiritual ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Marks Of A Christian Leader

    Contributed by William Mouser on Feb 25, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,329 views

    Using a Servant Song of Isaiah 50 and Paul’s self-defense to the Corinthians, this sermon lays out the basic marks of a Christian leader.

    How do you recognize a Christian leader? A sermon on Quinquagesima Sunday Isaiah 50:4-10, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 John Maxwell is the head of an organization called “Maximum Impact,” which from its website appears to have the mission of turning men and women into "impactful" leaders. One ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Frank Lay avatar

    The First Christian Sermon

    Contributed by Frank Lay on Mar 4, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,335 views

    My first sermon was certainly no model for Christian preaching. However, Peter’s first sermon presents a model that should characterize all Christian preaching today. Notice the elements in the first Christian sermon. There was explanation, exposition,

    THE FIRST CHRISTIAN SERMON Acts 2:14-47 I remember my very first sermon. It was on Easter Sunday evening in 1961. For some years I had been wrestling with the call to preach the gospel. During the closing service of a revival meeting at Riverside Baptist Church in Pascagoula, Mississippi, I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • JOEL SANTOS avatar

    Christian's Standard For Living

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 22, 2004
    based on 31 ratings
     | 16,065 views

    Christians now a days are subjects to many standards of this world, standards that often put a Christian into a compromising stage. But what standard should a Christian follows? How should he respond to many rules in this world?

    Christians now a days are subjects to many standards of this world, standards that often put a Christian into a compromising stage. But what standard should a Christian follows? How should he respond to many rules in this world? If the law of man tolerates but the laws of God forbid. Shall a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gerald Williams avatar

    Christians And Political Activity

    Contributed by Gerald Williams on Oct 23, 2004
    based on 18 ratings
     | 6,996 views

    Contrary to some traditional beliefs, Christians should be involved in politics.

    CHRISTIANS AND POLITICAL ACTIVITY As we approach this election season, it seemed very appropriate to take a look at what The Word” has to say about Christians and Politics / Government. We are particularly concerned with the fact that all too many people, especially Christians, have just thrown up ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    Christian Behavior And Attitude Series

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Nov 7, 2004
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,972 views

    #2 IN 12 PART SERIES

    JAMES 1:19:20 Christian behavior and attitude Wherefore- know this Everyman ought to listen intently, not speak rashly, not become angry James elaborates on his thought for clarification Because the “petty passions” (anger was seen as destructive and undesirable to Jews) Work-not “Build up to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    You Bunch Of Christians! Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 10, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 5,798 views

    The People of Antioch meant it as a derogatory term...but we can wear it as a badge of honor! Powerpoint at website.

    You Bunch of Christians! Acts 11:19-30 Antioch was a wicked city…3rd largest in Roman Empire, w/ population of half a million…known for gambling, prostitution, pagan worship. This was a place in the world that the gospel needed to go! We are to be the salt of the earth, and the light of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist