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  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    Instant Christian

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 10, 2011
    based on 28 ratings
     | 18,546 views

    We have adapted the Christian life to the culture. We want it hot, easy, quick and effortless.

    The American people expect everything fast, easy and cheap. And we often treat the Christian life like that. We want it to be like a McDonald’s drive through — drive up to the window, get what you want and drive off. Have you noticed all the ads that tell us about the products ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Caricatures Of Christianity

    Contributed by Henry Shellman on Jul 16, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,181 views

    This serman shows that modern spirituality is a distorted view of Christanity much like a caricature is a distorted view of an individual hoping to bring people back to their committment to be a disciple of Christ

    Caricatures of Christianity as edited by Henry Shellman Original Idea and manuscript written by Rev. Aaron McCollough-freshfireministries.com Preached and Posted with his permission and prayers Matthew 28: 19-20 John 15: 1-12 Text Scripture: Matthew 28: 19-20 Matthew 28:19 – Go ye ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Christian Race

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Sep 9, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,578 views

    We need to run as hard as we can for the Lord

    THE CHRISTIAN RACE Hebrews 12 1Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2Looking unto Jesus the author and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Christian Conflict" Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Sep 13, 2011
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,408 views

    People are always hurt when believers disagree to the point of fighting among themselves. I imagine the vast majority of you understand what I'm talking about • you've may have been a part of a painful split • Or some other form of church infighting.

    Christian conflicts Date: September 11, 2011 Scripture: Acts 15:1-41, Matthew 18:15-16 Introduction: We come to our journey in the book of Acts were we see some Christian differences. • The Jerusalem Council. “Doctrinal” • Paul and Barnabas dispute with John Mark. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian's Toolbox

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Sep 23, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,654 views

    The Toolbox necessary to STAY Christians

    The Christian’s toolbox Every Christian should have a toolbox of helpful things designed to help him STAY a Christian. Just as you would need a 15mm socket-wrench to change your OIL; You also need tools for being a better Christian. The Apostle Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christians Only

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 3, 2011
     | 6,108 views

    We must strive to be Christians only, but we must never be so arrogant to claim that we are the only Christians.

    A. There’s a story told of a man who was out on walk when he saw another man about to throw himself from a bridge into the river. 1. He ran over to the jumper to save him and asked, "Why do you want to kill yourself?" The man answered, "I've nothing to live for." 2. The rescuer asked, "Don't ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Charge To The Christian

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 8, 2011
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     | 4,751 views

    We need to know where we are at.

    THE CHARGE TO THE CHRISTIAN 2nd Tim.2: 14Of these things put them in remembrance, charging them before the Lord that they strive not about words to no profit, but to the subverting of the hearers. Most Christians think that the charge is only given to pastors, but Paul ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Christian

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Feb 15, 2013
     | 7,627 views

    The Apostle John tells us how to live as Christians

    Marks of a Christian 1 John 3: 11-19 Intro: There was a married couple sitting on their front porch and the neighbor across the street came home. The man got out of his car with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and started walking toward the front door. When he was about halfway there, his wife ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian Life

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 30, 2012
     | 4,715 views

    The Christian Life

    The Christian Life August 29, 2007 Wednesday Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: The Christian Life Focus Passage: Hebrews 13:1-6 I. Christian Relations a. Charity i. Some we love easily ii. Others we have to love intentionally b. Hospitality i. Travel in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Rice Christians?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 31, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,878 views

    A sermon about seeking Christ in order to be transformed.

    John 6:24-35 “Rice Christians?” I have read that in 19th Century China, and perhaps all over Asia, there was a name given for people who came to church for one reason and one reason only—because they were hungry for material food. They converted to Christianity, were baptized, ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    What Is A Christian?

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 6, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,017 views

    Just because you call yourself a Christian doesn’t make you one.

    What Is a Christian? May 10, 2009 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Just because you call yourself a Christian doesn’t make you one. Focus Passage: Acts 11:19-26 Introduction: I. A Christian Shows Evidences of Believing - v. 21 a. Many today ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is A Christian?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 12, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,214 views

    What is a Christian? What does it mean to be one in today’s post Christian society

    What is a Christian? In a few funeral preparation talks, I have people who have described their lost loved one in these terms He didn’t believe in God He didn’t go to Church But he was a good Christian. That isn’t a very useful definition of what is a Christian So what is a Christian? In Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Nominal Christianity

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 16, 2013
     | 4,717 views

    We must do more than just calling ourselves Christians; we must BE Christians.

    Nominal Christianity April 14, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must do more than just calling ourselves Christians; we must BE Christians. Focus Passage: James 1:21-27 Introduction: Ok, so you call yourself a Christian? If you were accused ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Wrestling

    Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Apr 18, 2013
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,480 views

    Wrestling is a challenging sport. It takes strength, endurance and real self-sacrifice. These guys train and work out hours each day to stay in shape. I’m sure they have a diet they stick too without compromise. It’s what they live and breathe

    Christian wrestling Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Repentance And The Christian

    Contributed by Davon Huss on May 7, 2013
     | 5,229 views

    A sermon on repentance and the Christian (Material adapted from Richard Own Roberts' book, Repentance: The First Word of the Gospel, chapters 11 and 13)

    HoHum: There was a farmer who had three sons: Ron, Don and Little John. All had their names on the church roll but none ever attended church or had time for God. Then one day Don was bitten by a rattlesnake. The doctor was called and he did all he could to help Don, but the outlook was very dim. So ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ