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Are We Real Christians Or Just Pretending To Be Christians?

Contributed by David Leach on Jan 13, 2014

Unfortunately the vast majority of those who profess Christianity are not in fact Christians but remain spiritually dead in their sins because they have not met Jesus’ one requirement to even see the Kingdom of Heaven, that is, they must be born again spiritually.

Are we real Christians or just pretending to be Christians? Jer 3:10 …Judah (My own people) has not turned to Me with her whole heart, but in pretense, says the LORD. Sometimes we hear that there are living today about two billion people who are Christians. Unfortunately the vast majority ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Hymn To Our High Priest

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2013

He is our eternal Advocate, always available, always approachable.

A HYMN TO OUR HIGH PRIEST. Hebrews 7:23-28. Jesus’ priesthood is proclaimed to be of a better order than that of Aaron (Hebrews 7:11) because of His similitude to Melchisedec (Hebrews 7:14-15). It is not genealogy which qualifies our great High Priest, but the power of an indissoluble life ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:23-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Basic Christian Doctrines

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

These are the Christian doctrines that are the basis for my Abiding In The Word ministry..

BASIC CHRISTIAN DOCTRINES (John 8:31-32) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/docstate.html] Doctrinal Basis. I adopt the following Statement of Faith as my interpretation of Bible doctrine: BIBLE - The Bible alone, and in its entirety in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian And Civil Government

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Oct 11, 2002

This is a study of what the Scriptures teach about the origin and purpose of civil government. We also briefly examine both the Christian’s responsibilities and rights in relation to civil government.

We Christians have many relationships in our lives. We have a relationship with God through Christ. We have relationships with those who are in the Church. We have relationships within marriage and family. We have relationships with our neighbors or society. We have relationships with our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marks Of A Christian Disciple

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Seven marks of a Christian disciple.

"Whoever does not bear his own cross and come after me cannot be my disciple." I suppose it is reasonable to expect one’s employer to supply some type of job description. Indeed, for any relationship to work well the roles and expectations of the participating parties must be clearly defined. ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

The Law, The Christian And The World

Contributed by David Richardson on Apr 28, 2005

We can learn from Paul the importance of relying upon Jesus. We can rely on Him to provide us the life testimony that He desires to be put in front of His people at the appropriate time and place.

Title: The Law, The Christian, and the World… Scripture: Acts 24 I would like to use some scripture to use as a sort of prelude to Acts 24. Then, with that in our minds, we’ll be better able to understand a short discussion on Acts 24. (2 Timothy 3:1b-5) There will be terrible times in the last ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Essence Of Being A Christian

Contributed by John White on Nov 22, 2006

The essence of being a Christian is to walk as Jesus walked.

THE ESSENCE OF BEING A CHRISTIAN I John 2:3-7 "And hereby we do know that we know him, if we keep his commandments. He that saith, I know him, and keepeth not his commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him. But whoso keepeth his word, in him verily is the love of God perfected: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope Of The Christian's Resurrection Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 10, 2012

In our lesson today, we learn about the hope of the Christian's resurrection.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of what happens to our bodies when we die. There are some who believe that the bodies of Christians are not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Christian's Great Hope

Contributed by James May on Aug 17, 2008

Our hope is unseen but very real. Our hope is founded upon Jesus and his Word. Our Great hope is for eternal life and the glories of Heaven.

The Christian’s Great Hope Sunday, August 17, 2008 – AM By Pastor Jim May Romans 8:24-25, "For we are saved by hope: but hope that is seen is not hope: for what a man seeth, why doth he yet hope for? But if we hope for that we see not, then do we with patience wait for it." Hope is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:24-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Be A Happy Christian Series

Contributed by John White on Mar 21, 2008

A practical analysis of beatitudes and their application to Christian living in our world today.

How To Be A Happy Christian Matt. 5:1-12 This is perhaps one of the most misunderstood passages in the scriptures. It is the core of what has come to be known as the Sermon on the Mount. Those who believe salvation is by works rather than by grace through faith alone, point to these verses as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Success For Christians

Contributed by James May on Mar 26, 2008

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

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On The Gifts Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Jun 10, 2025

One of the definitions of the gifts of life is advocated to be a notable capacity, talent or endowment.

Marie Curie, a French physicist and chemist once remarked: "We must believe that we are gifted for something, and that this thing, at whatever cost, must be attained." Romans 12:6-8 reminds us: “Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them: if prophecy, in ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Romans 6:23, 1 Timothy 6:12, Ephesians 2:10

Christian Warefare: "The Accuser" Series

Contributed by Christopher Glenn on Jul 5, 2012

God will never defend his children’s sins, he will however defend his children. When Abraham lied in Egypt, he defended Abraham not his sin. When you listen to Satan’s accusations, you will focus your attention on yourself and your sin, this will lead to

INTRODUCTION: We have learned that as the deceiver Satan uses lies to attack the mind to make us ignorant of Gods will. If Satan cannot defeat you by deceiving your mind, He will try to destroy your body. Then he goes after your will. Suppose that the believer does not take advantage of their ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:1-7

The Basis Of Obedience & Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 22, 2012

The believer who craves to grow more Christ-like must go to the Advocate & through Jesus' sacrifice find the cleansing & the conviction necessary to leave the horror of sin. Those who have done so will abide in God’s Word & walk in Christ-likeness.

1 JOHN 2:1-6 [LIFE, LIGHT & LOVE SERIES] THE BASIS OF OBEDIENCE AND FORGIVENESS [John 14:23-24] The Apostle continues discussing the believers condition and conduct which he has personally discovered by walking in God’s light. Having revealed that even Christians sin daily, John goes on ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Proponents Of God

Contributed by William Meakin on Sep 11, 2025

A proponent is essentially defined as a person who advocates a theory, proposal or course of action.

Brennan Manning, an American author once remarked: “For those who feel their lives are a grave disappointment to God, it requires enormous trust and reckless, raging confidence to accept that the love of Jesus Christ knows no shadow of alteration or change. When Jesus said, "Come to me, all ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Romans 8:31, 1 Peter 3:15, 2 Timothy 1:7