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  • Michael McCartney avatar

    Barnabas Series

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 16, 2014
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    Barnabas our unsung hero of the faith became known as an encourager – he was so good at it - God changed his name from Joseph to Barnabas – which means encourager.

    Unsung Heroes Sermon: Barnabas Scripture Texts: Acts 4:36-37: 36Joseph, a Levite from Cyprus, whom the apostles called Barnabas (which means Son of Encouragement), 37sold a field he owned and brought the money and put it at the apostles’ feet. Acts 9:26-31: 26When he (Paul) came to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Don Meyer avatar

    "Are You A Barnabas??”

    Contributed by Don Meyer on Aug 30, 2003
    based on 124 ratings
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    Barnabas means "son of encouragement." He lived his life by this definition. We Christians can learn from God how we too can be a "son of encouragement."

    “Are You A Barnabas??” Text: Acts 11:19-30 6/1/2003 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Dear Friends in Christ. Last week the choir {here} at Pilgrim sang a beautiful song titled “Unsung Heroes. ” You know, as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Bruce Smith avatar

    Passover Seder For Christians

    Contributed by Bruce Smith on Mar 13, 2002
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     | 7,945 views

    Passover Seder

    Leader: We gather this evening to take part in a ceremony that has been observed by G-d’s people for over three-thousand years. As He led them into the wilderness, the L-rd spoke to Moses, saying: Leviticus 23:2-7 "Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ’The feasts of the Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Can A Christian Divorce?

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 23, 2010
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    Christians are taught of the necessity of honouring marriage. However, much of contemporary practise among churches reflects more of the world than of the will of Christ.

    MATTHEW 19:3-12 CAN A CHRISTIAN DIVORCE? “Pharisees came up to him and tested him by asking, ‘Is it lawful to divorce one’s wife for any cause?’ He answered, ‘Have you not read that he who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, “Therefore a man shall leave his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Accomplishments Of Christian Teamwork

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 23, 2010
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    Paul typified the necessity of Christian teamwork to the readers of his epistle to Titus. Christian teamwork is indispensible to the faith. But when is it typified? Christian teamwork is typified in its satisfying...

    The ACCOMPLISHMENTS of CHRISTIAN TEAMWORK—Titus 3:12-15 Paul typified the positive nature of Christian teamwork to the readers of his epistle to Titus. Christian teamwork is indispensible to the faith. When is Christian teamwork typified? Christian teamwork is typified when the team ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Falwell avatar

    The 10 Most Encouraging Things I See In 2001

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 16, 2009
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    Ten things that will be of encouragement as we enter into 2001.

    THE 10 MOST ENCOURAGING THINGS I SEE IN 2001 BY JERRY FALWELL 1. SINCE 1996, BIBLE READING AMONG ADULTS HAS RISEN FROM 34% TO OVER 40% (BARNA RESEARCH). 2. AMONG CHURCH WORKERS, 9 OUT OF 10 PRIZE FAITH AS THEIR CHIEF LIFE’S GOAL (BARNA RESEARCH). 3. VOTERS TURN OUT MORE AMONG BORN-AGAIN ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Truth Is...

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 29, 2013
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     | 6,805 views

    The Thessalonians needed to know how God really felt about them, so God spoke some “Truth is” statements through Paul. We can look at these statements and realize that God feels the same way about us!

    Lovers of Truth 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 13 But we ought always to thank God for you, brothers loved by the Lord, because from the beginning God chose you to be saved through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth. 14 He called you to this through our gospel, that you ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ray Pritchard avatar

    When Christians Disagree

    Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 15 ratings
     | 14,159 views

    Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church.

    When Christians Disagree Acts 15:36-41 Christians disagree about almost everything. And when we disagree, we usually start a new church. Which reminds me of a story I heard a few years ago. A Scottish Presbyterian is rescued after many years of living alone on a desert island. When he is picked ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Stephen Smarowsky avatar

    10 Principles For The Christian

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Apr 10, 2009
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    10 Principles a Christian must address.

    10 Principles for the Christian 1. Feeding on the Word -- DAILY Nutrition A healthy baby has a healthy appetite. If you have truly been "born" of the Spirit of God, you will have a healthy appetite. The Bible says, "As newborn babes, desire the pure milk of the word, that you may grow thereby," (1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Risk And The Christian Life

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 23, 2016
     | 7,351 views

    What are you willing to risk in order to advance the cause of Christ Jesus?

    “I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. For they all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Perry Greene avatar

    The Buddy System Series

    Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 16, 2012
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    There is a community aspect to our spiritual life as well as individual responsibilities. As fellow believers we have obligations to one another. James reminds us of that aspect of care.

    1. A Contrast Six humans trapped by happenstance in bleak and bitter cold, each one possessed a stick of wood, or so the story goes. Their dying fire in need of logs, the first man held his back, For on the faces around the fire he noticed one was a man whom he considered an enemy. The next man ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    To Make It In Life, I Need To Give Encouragement And Appreciation

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 23, 2018
     | 7,515 views

    We miss out on blessings from God and from others when we fail to willingly give out encouragement and appreciation. Barnabus, The Son of Encouragment should be the example for us to follow.

    To Make It In Life In Need To Give Encouragement & Appreciation Luke 17:11-19 Acts 4:32-37 10/21/2018 If you want to get more out of life, there are two traits that you will need to be a blessing and to be more blessed. Is there anyone here who does not want to receive all the blessings that ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Rickey Bennett avatar

    Father Knows Best:: Encouraging Fathers & Obedient Children Series

    Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 15, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 10,692 views

    God is glorified when parents in general and fathers in particular encourage their children to obey for when they do so they reflect God’s perfect love and Jesu’s perfect obediedence.

    INTRODUCTION Good morning! My name is Rickey Bennett. I’m one of the pastors here at Warrior Gospel Disciples! No matter if this is your first time, last time or sometime in between I’m glad that you’re here. In case you haven’t noticed, Jesus as Lord and Savior is loved, worshipped, and ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    How To Be More Encouraging To Our Brothers And Sisters In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2023
     | 1,844 views

    Romans 14 is a key passage on potential disagreements with fellow believers. What does this passage teach us about being more encouraging in our church families?

    DANGER SIGNS: 1. AM I TRIPPING UP MY BROTHER OR SISTER IN CHRIST? - Romans 14:13b, 15b. - In church arguments and fights, so often our focus is on showing everyone how right we are. - Here, though, in v. 13b, we are instructed not to put a stumbling block in front of a brother or sister. - Let ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Andy Grossman avatar

    Excellence In Your Walk

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Nov 8, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,945 views

    The way to have excellence in your walk is by 1. Encouragement, 2. Endurance, 3. Enjoyment

    “Excellence in Your Walk” 2 Corinthians 13:11 “Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.” As I was sitting Tuesday morning at a Red Lion Inn in ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness