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    Christianity PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,058 views

    Explore the importance of abiding in Christ, the fruit that comes from this connection, and the cost of true discipleship.

    Good morning, Church! Today, we're going to dive deep into a profound passage that teaches us about the importance of abiding in Christ, the fruit that comes from this connection, and the cost of true discipleship. It's a passage that's rich, deep and full of spiritual nourishment. But before we ...read more

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    Christian Cautions & Confidences Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 2, 2014
    based on 6 ratings
     | 13,139 views

    Having stressed the importance of God¡¯s Word, Peter next relays a warning against those who threaten the church¡¯s purpose by rejecting their progress toward godliness & by refusing to submit to the authority of God¡¯s Word.

    2 PETER 2: 1-9 [Our Precious Faith Series] CHRISTIAN CAUTIONS & CONFIDENCES [Jude 4-18 / Psalm 91] The book of 2 Peter began by teaching on the divine provision for a godly life. It went on to stress the divine inspiration of Scripture. Not all in the church though will grow in godliness nor ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Christian!

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,394 views

    If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it!

    If you want the free powerpoint that goes with this sermon, please email me (jaywmc@aol.com) and reference this sermon title. Be Christian! James 1:19-27 If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it! Sunday Morning Sermon 08.26.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) What would happen if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christian’s Obligations Series

    Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 11, 2011
    based on 20 ratings
     | 12,342 views

    Much has changed in the past 10 years since our country was attacked. Some feel that the increased role of government in our lives has been too much. As Christians, what are our obligations to the civil authorities as well as to those whom we live in th

    Our Obligations as Christians The Christians’ Obligations to the Powers that Be We should Submit to them The Christians’ Obligations to the People by Me We should Love them Video Slide Good morning. It is hard to believe that it has been 10 years since America was attacked by terrorists on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Christian’s Perspective

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 2, 2022
     | 2,795 views

    A man read an ad in the newspaper that said, "Hunting dog for sale, $2500.00, but well worth it."

    He called the number and the man told him that he had to see the dog in action before he would pay that much. The next morning they met and went hunting. The dog flushed two birds from a clump of bushes, and when they fell into the water, the dog walked on top of the water, grabbed the birds, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Aug 23, 2025
     | 285 views

    I would like to try to answer 4 simple questions: 1. What is or who is a Christian? 2. What does it mean to be a Christian? 3. Is everyone a Christians? 4. How do I become a Christian?

    “Christian” Acts 11:25-26 Barnabas was sent to Antioch because something very special was taking place and word had been received in Jerusalem. While there Barnabas observed the Holy Spirit moving and he encouraged them. Them for no explained reason Barnabas leaves Antioch and heads to Tarsus to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Series

    Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 5, 2016
     | 10,673 views

    Acts 11:26 says that believers were first called “Christians” at Antioch. What does “Christian” mean? How can we live up to our name of “Christian.” This is the final sermon in his series on “Names for the People of God.”

    Christian Series: Names for the People of God Chuck Sligh June 5, 2016 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request from me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 11:26 – “And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The 4 P's Of Exciting Christian Living

    Contributed by Randy Trotter on Aug 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 17,136 views

    God intended for Christian Life to be the most Exciting Life ever!

    “THE 4 KEY P‘s OF TRUE EXCITING CHRISTIAN LIVING!” Introduction: Lately God has had me on a growth course for my life that is, what I believe, is a “CRITICAL TURNING POINT” for our church! You know what a “TURNING POINT” is! It’s that place where you make a “TURN!” A “TURN” can mean everything ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Christianity 101

    Contributed by Douglas Turner on Jan 6, 2009
     | 4,762 views

    Without Christ there is no Christianity!

    Text: I John 1:1-4 Title: The Essence of Christianity Big Idea: Without Jesus Christ, there would be no Christianity; it is Christ, or nothing! Bridgeway Church Preached on: January 4, 2008 “A number of years ago, in preparation for a discussion period on a Christian radio program, an interviewer ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Get The Hell Out Of The Church

    Contributed by Fred Smith on Jul 13, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 21,765 views

    A Call to Christian Commitment

    Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.—I Corinthians 15:58 GET THE HELL OUT OF THE CHURCH The implication of our subject is that there is Hell in the Church, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Instruments For God’s Glorious Purpose Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,138 views

    Like the Gospel writer Luke, as Christians pray and offer whatever they are doing for Jesus Christ, God will use them for His glorious purposes!

    We are starting a new message series with the Gospel of Luke. As you know, the New Testament starts with 4 Gospels: Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. What does the word Gospel mean?? The word gospel came from the old English word “Godspell”, which means good news. The Biblical Greek word for gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Overcoming Canned Christianity Series

    Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Jan 6, 2004
    based on 41 ratings
     | 5,380 views

    Few purposes of the church create more tension in a local body than worship. Churches are struggling to avoid the land mines associated with the Worship Wars. This happens because churches often have an erroneous perception of what God-pleasing worship re

    1In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord seated on a throne, high and exalted, and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2Above him were seraphs, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. 3And they ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Christianity

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,401 views

    Explains the costs and rewards of faithfulness as a Christian.

    Let’s take a look at society’s honest view of the early church by reviewing this letter from antiquity: For Christians are not distinguished from the rest of mankind by country, or by speech, or by dress. For they do not dwell in cities of their own, or use a different language, or practice a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christians...

    Contributed by Chris Layton on Jul 31, 2013
     | 6,030 views

    If you were to ask people in a crowded restaurant how many are Christians most would probably raise their hand. But when you ask what does that mean; well, you would get many different answers. So, how can we tell the true from the false?

    Title: “Christians…” Text: Acts 11:19–26 Introduction: I’ve been thinking—always a dangerous thing for a Baptist preacher, I know—but what does it really mean to be a Christian? Is it walking an aisle? Shaking a preacher’s hand? Maybe it’s when you get baptized? (Though I’ve seen some folks go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Christian Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 13, 2020
    based on 2 ratings
     | 12,802 views

    This is the 25th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

    Series: Action [#25] A CHRISTIAN? Acts 11:19-30 Introduction: The Church had stayed in and near Jerusalem until Stephen was killed and persecution broke out. Although these Christians were living in new towns and meeting new people, they continued to be effective in leading people to Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist