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  • Otis McMillan avatar

    The Christian Walk Of Christlikeness, Humility And Unity Series

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 6, 2023
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    The Christian walk is a call to a higher walk of Unity, Love and Peace in the Body of Christ. The oneness within the Body of Christ empowers believers to overcome their differences and embrace a new way of being.

    Sermon - The Christian Walk of Christlikeness, Humility and Unity Scripture - Ephesians 4:1-6 “Therefore I, a prisoner for serving the Lord, beg you to lead a life worthy of your calling, for you have been called by God. Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Lesson 35. The Reclamation Of Straying Christians (James 5:19-20) Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021
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    It's always an anxious moment, especially for families and friends, when someone is reported missing in the wilderness.

    Lesson Text: James 5:19-20 (NKJV) 19Brethren, if anyone among you wanders from the truth, and someone turns him back, 20let him know that he who turns a sinner from the error of his way will save [l]a soul from death and cover a multitude of sins. INTRODUCTION It's always an anxious moment, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Lesson #19 [id3b] The Encouragement Toward Maturity Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 21, 2020
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    No one can escape coming into the world as a baby because that is the only way to get here! But it is tragic when a baby fails to mature. No matter how much parents and grandparents love to cuddle and hold a baby, it is their greater desire that the baby matures.

    2/1/20 Tom Lowe Lesson #19 [ID3b] The Encouragement toward Maturity (Hebrews 6:1-3) Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3 (NIV) 1. Therefore let us move beyond the elementary teachings about Christ and be taken forward to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement To Spiritual Unity

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 7, 2019
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    Philippians 2:1-11 teaches us the nature of spiritual unity.

    Scripture We are in a series of sermons on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting, Paul gave thanks to God for them, and prayed for them. As he began the body his letter, Paul wanted them to know that despite his imprisonment, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Being Children Of Encouragement

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 11, 2003
    based on 49 ratings
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    This is basically a shortened version of Brian Winslade’s excellent sermon on encouragement. Much gratitude to him on a week of a funeral!

    Acts 9:19-31 – Being Children of Encouragement You might have heard the story of the married couple asleep in bed on a stormy night who were awakened by a loud knock on the front door. The man crawled out of bed and grumpily went downstairs. When he opened the front door he found a man dripping ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encourage One Another

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Oct 16, 2006
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    There are many reasons we come to church. One of the primary reasons is to encourage one another.

    Encourage One Another Heb. 10:19-25 Therefore: This word refers back to the preceding chapters and more specifically chapter 10 where the writer discusses the once for all sacrifice of Jesus. Under the Law of Moses, the high priest had to make a yearly sacrifice for the atonement of sins. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Encouragement Jumper Leads Series

    Contributed by Brian Winslade on Jul 22, 2001
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    Following the example of Barnabas in being known for our encouragement of others

    Encouragement Jumper Leads Unedited transcript of sermon delivered at Windsor Park Baptist Church 550 East Coast Rd, Mairangi Bay, Auckland, New Zealand, E-mail: bnw@wpbc.org.nz Sunday 29/4/2001,  Brian Winslade, All rights reserved You might have heard the story of the married couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Letter Of Encouragement- Be An Example Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 2, 2021
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     | 3,053 views

    This is the 52nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 2nd sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

    Series: Action [#52] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGMENT- BE AN EXAMPLE 1 Thessalonians 2:1-20 Introduction: Paul continued to encourage the Church at Thessalonica. God uses people to bring the Gospel to the lost; but He also uses people to help mature the babies in Christ. Their growth was evident by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encourage, Energize, And Engage Series

    Contributed by Jay Baines on Aug 5, 2021
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    This sermon details the importance of the ministry of encouragement that is the responsibility of every believer. To effectively progress in our faith and help others do the same, we must encourage each other daily.

    Encourage, Energize, and Engage Hebrews 3:12-13; 10:24-25; Romans 15:4; Romans 1:12 Introduction: “I have never met anyone suffering from too much encouragement in Christ.” -Ray Ortlund This morning we are going to look at three of these “one another” commands found in the book of Hebrews. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Barnabas - A Light Of Encouragement

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Nov 10, 2015
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    Encouragement means coming alongside and inputting courage. Where courage has faded away, encouragement is the putting back or refilling of courage. The leaders of the early church gave one man, Barnabas, the nickname "Son of encouragement".

    For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are three Scripture readings prior to the Message. The appointed Scriptures for this day are: 1 Samuel 1:4-20; Hebrews 10:11-25, and Mark 13:1-8 A married couple .....was asleep in bed on a stormy night ......when they were awakened by a loud ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Encourage One Another

    Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jul 23, 2002
    based on 54 ratings
     | 9,578 views

    Encouragement in Jesus, from His Church, from His people.

    Encourage One Another Heb. 10:24, 25 INTRO.: In our worship services, we hear a lot of bad news. Esp., in prayer requests. Nearly ever y week we hear of some disaster, sickness, or death that has touched the lives of our members and friends. Some churches even fear to allow public prayer requests ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Letter Of Encouragement- Be Ready Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 15, 2021
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     | 2,695 views

    This is the 56th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 6th sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

    Series: Action [#56] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- BE READY 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Introduction: As we continue to watch the world change drastically, many have predicted that the End Times are very near. This is nothing new. There have been 44 “credible claims” of Jesus’ return date since 500 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Letter Of Encouragement- Be Unmovable Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 25, 2021
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     | 2,744 views

    This is the 62nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

    Series: Action [#62] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- BE UNMOVABLE 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 Introduction: I was thinking back to my days as a child at Castle Avenue Baptist Church. I do not remember why; but there was a large mound of dirt behind the Church. The kids in the Church loved playing “King ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouragement In Times Of Persecution

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Oct 7, 2009
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    As we come close to the returning of Jesus Christ the persecution will become more intense and even in those days we can find encouragement in the Truth of God’s word.

    Encouragement in Times of Persecution 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Introduction How many of you think that Jesus is coming back to earth this week? The Christians in Thessalonica thought he was coming back during their time. They were grateful to God for Paul’s first letter, but it did not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Encouraging Young Pastors Series

    Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 2, 2016
     | 9,952 views

    This shows how Paul encouraged young Pastor Timothy who was apparently afraid of the responsibilities of his task. He did this by showing that he had confidence in him, as did his friends and the Lord.

    PASSING CHRISTIANITY DOWNAN EXPOSITION OF FIRST TIMOTHY Copyright 2004 by Bob Marcaurelle freesermons@homeorchurchbiblestudy.com Sermon 3 ENCOURAGING YOUNG PREACHERS (1: 2, 18-19a) “To Timothy my true son in the faith, Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist