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  • Shawn miller avatar

    The Christian Duty

    Contributed by Shawn Miller on Mar 21, 2017
     | 9,754 views

    Through the devotion of three different professions, the apostle Paul teaches us the duty of a Christian is to endure hardship

    The Christian Duty Introduction: One of the most tragic events during the Reagan Presidency was the Sunday morning terrorist bombing of the Marine barracks in Beirut, in which hundreds of Americans were killed or wounded as they slept. Many of us can still recall the terrible scenes as the dazed ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Practical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Mar 30, 2017
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     | 9,283 views

    What is involved in living the Christian life?

    PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY MATTHEW 5:33-48 1. SPEAK THE TRUTH. Mt 5:33-37 33 “Again, you have heard that the ancients were told, ‘You shall not make false vows, but shall fulfill your vows to the Lord.’ 34 But I say to you, make no oath at all, either by heaven, for it is the throne of God, 35 or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian And The Occult Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 24, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 4,662 views

    The occult is all around us. It invades our homes via entertainment, lures power-seekers, the superstitious, escapists, and thrill seekers. A solid Biblical foundation is the best inoculation against this lure.

    The Christian and the Occult (intro) (topical) 1. I do a lot of review for Amazon.com, so I am flooded with requests to review books, products, etc., often in exchange for a free copy/product. 2. But I like to set my own agenda as to what I read; my time is precious, and doing one thing means not ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Christian Courtesy

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,920 views

    Christians are commanded to demonstrate perfect courtesy toward all people. We are called to speak the truth in love; this means that we are to be gentle and gracious toward those who speak ill of us or who attempt to injure us.

    “Remind [the believers] to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarrelling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian Contagion

    Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Sep 24, 2018
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     | 2,987 views

    We have the cure for this lost and dying world. The cure...is JESUS

    Scripture: Acts 1:8 8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” (NKJV) Intro: Background of text: Christ had been crucified, buried and rose from the dead. He showed ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Practical Christianity Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 11, 2022
     | 4,012 views

    The book of James is written by Jesus’ brother. James speaks to the practical side of Christianity. Christianity is doctrine, but it is more than doctrine. His point was to influence believers to a practical Christianity. It is written to Hebrew Christians.

    A man leaves his business in the hands of someone to look after things while he is gone. When he returns, he asked the one he left in charge, did you get my letters and read my instructions? Yes, he replied I received them, and I read them. How could it be that this man received the letters and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Unrapturable Christian

    Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Oct 17, 2022
     | 1,081 views

    Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh

    Whilst having a very serious conversation with my wife this early morning, i told her plainly: " I didn't just marry you for procreation, enjoyment and earthly companionship only, i must do all things by possible means and at whatever cost to get you, the children, the entire family, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Sleeping Christians. Series

    Contributed by Dotun Jegede on Nov 5, 2022
     | 2,365 views

    Mark 13: 36-37 KJV "Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping. And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch."

    THE SLEEPING CHRISTIANS. Mark 13: 36-37 KJV "Lest coming suddenly he find you sleeping. And what I say unto you I say unto all, Watch." The above last sentence was a direct expression from our Lord Jesus Christ. He is very much aware of the past, the present & the future. He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christianity And Politics

    Contributed by Timothy Moore on Nov 8, 2022
     | 1,480 views

    What responsibility does the Church and individual Christian have to Government?

    1. Introduction 1.1. Disclaimer: 1.1.1. The thoughts expressed in this sermon do not necessarily represent the thoughts of First Christian Church of Pulaski, the Virginia Region of The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), or The Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in general. 1.1.2. This ...read more

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    Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

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    Christianity On The Job Series

    Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 16, 2020
     | 3,566 views

    1) The Submission of Slaves, or Workers (Ephesians 6:5-8), and about 2) The Submission of Masters, or Employers (Ephesians 6:9).

    Ephesians 6:5-9 [5]Slaves (Employees), obey your earthly masters (Employers) with fear and trembling, with a sincere heart, as you would Christ, [6]not by the way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but as servants of Christ, doing the will of God from the heart, [7]rendering service with a good ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Christian Consecration

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 11, 2021
     | 3,334 views

    What we must do to be get consecration

    Christian Consecration Romans 12:1I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2And be not conformed to this world: but ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Benefits

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022
     | 1,810 views

    We all have had someone come to us and say, "I have some good news and some bad news to tell you."

    I do not know about you, but I always cringe when someone says that, because I know the bad news has to be very bad when it has to be softened with some good news first. Illus: The story is told of a lady who went to a doctor because of her obesity problem. The doctor knew how much she loved to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Eagle Christians

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 18, 2022
     | 3,088 views

    In 1 Samuel we have the very exciting story of David and Goliath. From the human viewpoint, this was the biggest mismatch that has ever occurred.

    Illus: If any of you watch professional boxing, you know that the weight of the boxers has to be within a few pounds, or they are not allowed to fight each other. They would not think of putting a "feather" weight, weighing just a little more than a hundred pounds, in the ring with a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Counterfeit Christians Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 25, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 12,591 views

    This is the 18th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Series: Action [#18] COUNTERFEIT CHRISTIANS Acts 8:9-25 Introduction: In the previous verses we saw city wide revival. Miracles were performed, souls saved. Here’s a Scriptural principle: Wherever God sends genuine revival, Satan attempts to send counterfeit revival. For all God has, Satan has ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Reactions

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 25, 2020
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,632 views

    How to overcome evil with good.

    CHRISTIAN REACTIONS. Romans 12:14-21. Romans 12:14. The positive imperative is to “bless” those who persecute us. This is similar to the teaching of Jesus (Matthew 5:44; Luke 6:27-28). The supreme example is that of Jesus Himself (1 Peter 2:21-23). This partly involved Jesus praying for His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational