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  • James May avatar

    The Secret Of Success For Christians

    Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2008
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    If we will live in trust and obedience we can be successful in the eyes of God. This message is based on a sermon by Rev. David Wilkerson preached in 1967.

    The Secret of Success for Christians Wednesday, March 26, 2008 Pastor Jim May 1 Corinthians 9:9, "For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen?" Paul wrote this referring to the teaching that he had as ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Being A Spiritual Christian

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 27, 2008
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    how to be a spiritual christain

    We will be talking primarily to do with the faith of Abraham as he believed God. Genesis 12:1-5 1Now the LORD had said unto Abram, “Get thee out of thy country, and from thy kindred, and from thy father’s house, unto a land that I will shew thee: 2And I will make of thee a great nation, and I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is The Christian Life? Series

    Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Jul 22, 2008
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     | 6,182 views

    Why would one want to become a Christian if they see no difference in the ways of a Christian than themselves? Do you call yourself a Christian?... Are you living like a Christian?

    What is the Christian Life?: 2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come” (2 Corinthians 5:17). Introduction: I would like to suggest that one of the major reasons for lack of new converts to Christianity is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy In Christian Community Series

    Contributed by Joe La Rue on Jul 25, 2008
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     | 6,937 views

    An examination of the joy that comes from belonging to the Christian community, as described in Phil 1:1-11.

    Title: Joy In Christian Community Series: The Joy of the Christian Life (Sermon # 2) Text: Phil 1:1-11 Date Preached: July 27, 2008 COPYRIGHT © Joe La Rue, 2008 (All Rights Reserved) Introduction A. Open your Bibles to Philippians, in the New Testament. We’ll be looking at the first eleven ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Christians Disagree Series

    Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008
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    Let the people of God be together,one heart and one mind.

    Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Christianity 101: When Christians Disagree Romans 14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 13, 2008 We have been working our way through the book of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are Christians Destined To Be Borg?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 20, 2008
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    Does having the mind of Christ mean being mindless?

    If you are not a Star Trek fan you may be wondering what in the world is up with that title. Star Trek has been used to preach “another gospel” since the original series came on in 1965. Only since I became a Christian in 1975 have I understood the Star Trek message. Before that it was just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Astrology Vs Christianity

    Contributed by Steven Ostrowski on Apr 24, 2008
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     | 8,700 views

    Astrology and Christianity are not compatible. The Bible holds truths to how we should reject astrology’s false hopes and prophecies.

    Astrology is the belief system that one can discover future events by how the stars and planets move in the sky. It is based on the idea that information on one’s life can be revealed through the heavens. Many people around the world have come to believe in astrology for one reason or another. ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • David Flowers avatar

    The Daily Christian Life Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on May 4, 2008
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    Part 1 of 4 in the series Power for Living. The next four weeks you will get acquainted with the eighth chapter of the book of Romans which will give us a picture of what our daily lives are to look like if we claim to be Christ-followers.

    The Daily Christian Life Power for Living Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers July 29, 2007 Good morning. I hope you have come with Bibles this morning. My goal today and for the next four weeks is to get you really well acquainted with the eighth chapter of the book of Romans because it ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Christian Or Disciple 1

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 11, 2009
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     | 3,191 views

    Does being a Christian automatically make you a disciple? Can you be one without being the other?

    Throughout the gospel accounts we read about a couple of different groups of people interacting with Jesus. Sometimes it talks about those in the crowd and other times it talks about Jesus’ disciples. When you think disciples what are you first thoughts? Do you think of someone with a circle of ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Christian Or Disciple 2

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 18, 2009
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    This is the second part of a message that looks at what makes a disciple

    Last week we started to take a look at what being a disciple looked like, We discovered that the word Christian came from the original word Χριστιανός or Christianŏs and it originally showed up in Acts 11:26 where we read It was at Antioch that ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Responsible Christian Living

    Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 4, 2011
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     | 13,015 views

    “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honourable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things” Phil. 4:8.

    Theme: Responsible Christian living Text: Ex. 32:1-14; Phil. 4:1-9; Matt. 22:1-14 Our priorities in life dictate our choices and our choices determine the outcome of our lives. Whether we arrive at the right destination or not depends on our choices that are often between alternatives that appear ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • David Owens avatar

    Restoring The Heart Of Christianity

    Contributed by David Owens on Oct 10, 2011
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    We need to restore both the form and the heart of New Testament Christianity.

    Introduction: A. I like the old story told of the preacher and song leader who didn’t like each other very much and refused to cooperate with each other. 1. One week the preacher preached on commitment, and how they should dedicate themselves to service. The song leader then led the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Michael Stark avatar

    Christian Conscience And The State Series

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 14, 2011
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     | 5,087 views

    What role does conscience play in Christian citizenship? That is the study presented in this message.

    “One must be in subjection, not only to avoid God’s wrath but also for the sake of conscience.” How many sermons have you ever heard concerning the conscience? I confess that I have been in service to the churches for almost forty years, and on only two previous occasions have I ever preached a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Robert Glass avatar

    Why Bother To Be A Christian?

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Aug 29, 2011
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    Why go to the trouble to be a Christian?

    Why Bother To Be A Christian? Christians were stoned to death Acts 7:59 And they stoned Stephen, calling upon God, and saying, Lord Jesus, receive my spirit. They were beheaded. (John the Baptist) Mark 6:24.The Apostle Paul was beheaded. Peter was crucified, upside down. And, of all the Apostles ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Stevens avatar

    Non-Christian Funeral Series

    Contributed by Chris Stevens on Dec 16, 2008
    based on 11 ratings
     | 31,208 views

    This is a funeral outline I used when called on to preach the funeral for a non-christian man. Hope it is helpful.

    Will you pray with me. Lord, we come to you this day with heavy hearts at the passing of ______. I pray father as we go through this time you will fill the hearts of this precious family with your love, your grace, and your mercy. Father we come to you knowing that when your children cry you cry ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ