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  • Jim Parisi avatar

    Building Up Christians

    Contributed by Jim Parisi on Jun 23, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,946 views

    Our Purpose - Building Up Christians

    Our Purpose - Building Up Christians 5-5-02 Ephesians 4:11-16 The Last Few weeks we have been learning how to build a strong Godly church and its purpose in our community. The questions we are asking are: "Why does the church exist? What is our purpose Here in Hermosa ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christianity's Toughest Competitor:

    Contributed by Don Jaques on May 10, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 2,486 views

    All of us need God’s mercy. All of us.

    CHRISTIANITY’S TOUGHEST COMPETITOR: MORALISM OBJECTIVES: “Churchy” people will be reminded of their need of God’s mercy and will repent of prideful attitudes. “Nonchurchy” people will understand God’s promise to be close to the contrite in heart and will pour out their hearts to God. INTRO: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Three 'c's' Of Christianity

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 8, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,199 views

    The call, the choice and the commitment of Christianity

    Three ‘C’s’ of Christ. March 10, 2013 John 20:15-19 “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Hope For Every Christian Series

    Contributed by Patrick Nix on Oct 12, 2010
     | 4,853 views

    Have you noticed that Christians seem like some of the saddest people on earth? Why is that? Is it because they don’t have as much ‘fun’ as the world? Is it because they are under the guilt of not living up to the perfection of Jesus? I don’t think so…

    Have you noticed that Christians seem like some of the saddest people on earth? Why is that? Is it because they don’t have as much ‘fun’ as the world? Is it because they are under the guilt of not living up to the perfection of Jesus? I don’t think so… When a person ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Be Careful What You Believe Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 14, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,447 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the "Continued Encouragement" series from 2 Thessalonians.

    Series: Continued Encouragement [#3] BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU BELIEVE 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3 Introduction: As I began preparing this sermon, I remembered something that happened to a preacher friend of mine many years ago. He pastored a Church and the Church was struggling with low attendance and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Stepp avatar

    Look What The Lord Has Done For Me

    Contributed by Jerry Stepp on May 14, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 24,169 views

    What the Lord has done for Me and can and will do for you, if you just call upon His name

    LOOK WHAT THE LORD HAS DONE FOR ME PSALM 40:1-4 INTRODUCTION: This psalm is a celebration of God's great goodness to him, and all his people. He praises God for delivering him out of deep distress, vs. 1-5. Thence takes occasion to speak of the work of our redemption by Christ, vs. 6-10. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Front Line Christians

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Jul 23, 2001
    based on 95 ratings
     | 9,963 views

    We have made Christianity into a spectator sport. We just sit back in church and listen to the music, and the sermons and never really get involved in the game. We need some Christians today to get off the sidelines and get on the front lines.

    Intro: It was the first day of basketball practice at Wingate High School in Brooklyn, N.Y. The Coach handed a ball to each player. “Boys,” he said, “I want you to practice shooting from the spots you might expect to be in during the game.” One of the boys (who was pretty much there as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Characteristics Of Christian Citizenship

    Contributed by John Stensrud on Aug 5, 2001
    based on 90 ratings
     | 20,548 views

    An expository message based on a series preached at Immanuel Baptist Church, Elgin, IL

    The Characteristics of Christian Citizens 17 Join with others in following my example, brothers, and take note of those who live according to the pattern we gave you. 18 For, as I have often told you before and now say again even with tears, many live as enemies of the cross of Christ. 19 Their ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Christian Fellowship Qualities Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 21, 2002
    based on 58 ratings
     | 6,574 views

    A sermon that continues to look at common denominators that make Christian fellowship unique.

    Last week we began an exploration of key factors that should be present in a Christian fellowship - these key factors are validators of the authenticity of the fellowship as much as and indeed more than the sign ourside on the lawn. Riversdale Christian Fellowship on a sign does not make us into a ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Christianity: A Balanced Life

    Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jun 7, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,582 views

    In many churches you will find unbalanced Christians: Those who are strong on holiness but weak on ministry. Those who are strong on ministry but weak on holiness. God wants those who are strong on holiness and ministry, the balanced Christian.

    CHRISTIANITY: A BALANCED LIFE (Based on the book by Mike Cope entitled: Living Between Two Worlds) A. John 17:9-19 (READ) COMMENT: As you listen to Jesus’ PRAYER you since a DILEMMA in our Lord. At one time He says that His disciples are of the WORLD and then He says they’re not of the WORLD. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Duraimony Dickson avatar

    Building A Christian Family

    Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jan 23, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 17,064 views

    Build your family through covenant, not contract. Because just as God loves you unconditionally and eternally, God wants you to love your family unconditionally and eternally.

    Building A Christian Family Unless the Lord builds the house, they labor in vain who build it. - Psalm 127:1 I would like to start my sermon with a small family joke: A little girl asked her father, "Where did the human race come from?" Her father replied, "God made Adam and Eve. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian Life In A Nutshell

    Contributed by Michael Bell on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 81 ratings
     | 5,620 views

    THE CHRISTIAN LIFE IS A UNIQUE DIVINE-HUMAN ENDEAVOR.

    Introductory Paragraph: One of the major news stories of the year...Princess Diana...news magazines reviewing her life...eulogy Almost unnoticed went the death of Mother Teresa...as I listened to the story of her life, I gained an even greater appreciation for who she was & the work God did ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Moses Assniyi avatar

    Pathway To The Christian Life

    Contributed by Rev. Moses Assniyi on May 22, 2011
     | 4,158 views

    The pathway of the Christian life is a journey that is preplan by God and He handle the map for us to follow. As we set out for the journey God will then take the ashes of our lives and turn them into something beautiful;such is the pathway of the christi

    Introduction The chronicles of the biblical heroes are clearly spelt out, whether good or bad. The bible is always honest in recording the faults and mistakes of the greatest men and women. These biographies are written to encourage us. The pathway of the Christian life is to see God taken the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Practical Christian Love Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 24, 2025
     | 662 views

    Christian love is not just a feeling or an emotion but an active demonstration of God’s love through our words, actions, and attitude towards others.

    Title: PRACTICAL CHRISTIAN LOVE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 John 3:16-18 "This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down His life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in need ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Growing As A True Christian Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025
     | 343 views

    In this study, we will explore how to grow as a true Christian by cultivating the right practices and mindsets that promote maturity and spiritual strength.

    GROWING AS A TRUE CHRISTIAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Peter 3:18 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 5:12–14, Colossians 2:6-7, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 2:12-13, John 15:4-5 INTRODUCTION: Becoming a Christian is only the beginning of a lifelong journey of spiritual growth. Just as physical life ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God