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  • Allan Quak avatar

    Having Consistent And Growing Christianity Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 7, 2019
     | 5,460 views

    Paul expresses thankfulness for the consistency of the church of the Thessalonians. A consistency that expresses itself in continuing maturity, ongoing hope in their eternal destiny, and holding to a purpose that gives them security.

    You can listen to the full message here:- http://nec.org.au/strong-and-ready/ Message 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 Having Consistent and Growing Christianity Some time after Paul wrote his first letter Paul gets some more news from Thessalonica about other situations which have arisen within the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Walk Of Excellence

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 21, 2009
     | 4,424 views

    Paul, Sylvanus & Timothy expected the church at Thessalonica to excel in their Christian walk. What disciplines direct the life of an abounding Christian/church? 4 disciplines of an abounding Christian / Church.

    A WALK OF EXCELLENCE—1Thessalonians 4:1-12 In previous chapters/verses we have seen: ‘A Faith that Soothes the Soul’—1:1-10 ‘A Ministry that Shepherds the Soul’—2:1-12 ‘The Work of the Word’—2:13-16 ‘The Undershepherd’s Chief Concern’—2:17-3:13 Now we will look at... ‘A Walk of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What's A Christian Response To War?

    Contributed by Andrew Chan on Oct 21, 2001
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     | 2,418 views

    Begin with central affirmation Christ is Life, wills for us to have life, however wars will be here, until we find Christ who can stop wars.

    “What’s a Christian Response to War?” By Andrew Chan, senior pastor, PBC Vancouver Oct.21, 2001 “ The thief’s purpose is to steal and kill and destroy. My purpose is to give life in all its fullness.” John 10:10 (NLT) Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Christian Governance-&-Church-1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 22, 2018
     | 2,215 views

    1 of ? Peter pressed the importance of Christian submission as it related to the Church or Body of Christ. But How is that governance addressed thru the Church? Christian governance regarding the CHURCH(Body of Christ) addresses...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church--I—1Peter 3:8-12 Peter is offering lessons to the church in the overall scheme ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Views Embracing Lgbtqia+ Series

    Contributed by Dennis King on Mar 23, 2023
     | 2,065 views

    I think too few Christians are willing to embrace gays with open arms and hearts, as we should, but also, too many gays seethe and release their anger on anyone is not willing to endorse or affirm their dissenting lifestyles.

    Christian Views Embracing LGBTQIA+ Allow me to start this brief essay off with the NIV Bible verse of Romans 2:1, You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on someone else, for at whatever point you judge another, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Week Seven Christian Maturity Series

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 28, 2023
     | 1,376 views

    As you received the Lord, so walk in Him!

    SPIRITUAL MATURITY I. INTRODUCTION This seventh and final lesson is the target of the other lessons. This lesson and the other six can be foundational blocks to begin or continue your Christian walk, to begin or increase your service to our Lord. Spiritual maturity and God’s use of you increase ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Stewardship - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Donald Stevens on Nov 19, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,130 views

    Second in a series of four messages on Christian Stewardship. Based on UM congregatinal pledge and UM "Guidelines"

    Christian Stewardship Part 2 Mark 12:41-44 Jesus sat down opposite the place where the offerings were put and watched the crowd putting their money into the temple treasury. Many rich people threw in large amounts. But a poor widow came and put in two very small copper coins, worth only a fraction ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Funeral For Elderly Christian Lady

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jan 26, 2016
    based on 2 ratings
     | 30,642 views

    This is a brief evangelistic funeral for an elderly Christian woman. Text is John 3:16.

    Funeral for Elderly Christian Lady We are here to Celebrate life of ___________. Read Obituary. The thing I will always remember most about ______ is her love for children. When we began children’s ministry______ volunteered to share Bible story week. Over a short period of time kids fell ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Memorial Service For A Christian Woman

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 12, 2021
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     | 36,217 views

    This was a celebration of the life of a woman who was ready to meet the Lord face-to-face. This person stated she was ready when the Lord called her home.

    When we lose a loved one, we often have questions for God. I know you are hurting today. So, God gives us a word about hurt. Losing a loved one hurts. God understands our hurt and He encourages us to express our hurt to him. Many times, on days like today, we try to deny our hurt or ignore it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    End In Mind (Covid And The Christian) Series

    Contributed by Joe Williams on Nov 13, 2020
     | 5,126 views

    Living with the end in mind leads to a fuller and holier life!

    As many of you know, we are in a series right now called COVID and the Christian. We’ve been spending much of our time together in the book of 1st Peter trying to biblically answer the question: How should we as Christians be living out our faith during this historic moment in history? • 1st Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Casual Christians Will Become Casualties

    Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 25, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,855 views

    Barna research contrasted captive & casual believers, which we can see in Abraham & Lot. We'll see how their faith, or lack of it, guided their choices, and see the outcome of their choices.

    CASUAL CHRISTIANS WILL BECOME CASUALTIES Gen. 13:1-18 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BAD-MOUTHING TO THE WRONG PERSON. An elderly woman came into church. An usher asked her where she’d like to sit. She said, “I’d like to sit down front.” The usher said, “No, you don’t want to sit down there; our pastor is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Otis McMillan avatar

    A Call To Courageous Christian Living

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 29, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,194 views

    How do we stand up for Jesus in a generation that is not willing to stand for much? If we desire to “stand tall” for Jesus, we must stand firm in the liberty that His saving grace has provided. This is a call to courage.

    Subject: A Call to Courageous Christian Living Text: I Corinthians 16:13-14, “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Let all your things be done with charity.” Introduction: How do we stand up for Jesus in a generation that is not willing to stand for much? If we desire ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Dr. Ronald Shultz avatar

    Personal Growth For Christian Living

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 18, 2020
     | 8,726 views

    Material created when I was an Adjunct Professor for a small seminary. There should be something in here a Pentecostal can find helpful. ;-)

    Personal Growth for Christian Living Course Material Presented By Dr. Ronald E. Shultz Trinity Valley Baptist Seminary and College June 17, 18, 2013 Table of Contents Seclusion – Fellowship/Meditation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Christian Governance-&-Government-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 15, 2017
     | 5,772 views

    4 of 4. Peter maintained & pressed the importance of Christians operating within the bounds of secular governance. Christian submission is indissolubly linked/tied to secular governance. But how or in what ways? Christian governance addresses...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government--IV—1Peter 2:13-17 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that Christians are...CONSIDERED ALIEN(1:1-2)... We’ve examined...WHAT’s So GREAT About GOD—(1:3-12) Discovered God’s means of...UNLEASHING Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Year's Resolutions For Christians

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Dec 31, 2011
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     | 12,674 views

    Improving ourselves in a self-focused way is not necessarily bad but it must come second to improving our relationship with Jesus.

    CHRISTIAN NEW YEARS RESOLUTION WORLDLY RESOLUTIONS We are at the transition point between the end of one year and the beginning of a new year. What happened in the old year, good or bad, is done and we cannot change it; we simple must live with the results of the past. In living with the past, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church