Sermons about Civic Participation

The Christian And Government #1 - Understanding The Role Of Government Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on May 22, 2004

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First in a 3-part series on how Christians should view and participate in governmental issues.

The Christian and Government #1 - Understanding the Role of Government Romans 13:1-7 May 23, 2004 Introduction It was not my intention to talk about this whole issue of government at this point of the year. I was going to talk about it in October, a week or two before the elections in November, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

What's Wrong With Halloween?

Contributed by Jimmy Dillon on Sep 7, 2007

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This sermon looks at the occultic practices found in Halloween and why the Christian should not participate in it.

"What’s Wrong with Halloween?" (Eph 5:11-17 & Deut 18:9-12) INTRODUCTION - Many Christians will allow and even encourage their children to pay respect to the devil on October 31 WITHOUT REALLY KNOWING IT! - The question many Christians ask, "What’s wrong with Halloween?" - I hope to be able ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Sanctification - Set Apart For God

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Apr 13, 2013

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Sanctification is a process in which we become more like Jesus - But it involves your participation.

#April 14, 2013 Morning Worship Text: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Subject: Part 8 in the What We Believe Series Title: Sanctification - Set Apart for God OK – Here we go… In the last few weeks I spoke to you about sin and salvation and about the church. Today I get to make it a little ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Vantage Point: God The Son

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 17, 2008

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This is the second sermon in a series that discusses Christmas from the vantage point of the major participants in the incarnation.

Two Opening Songs Hosanna Away in a Manger Welcome and Announcements Advent Candle Lighting (as first candle is lit) : On this Second Sunday of Advent, our attention turns toward a group of biblical characters connected with the Christmas Story--the shepherds. Upon hearing the Good News of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:20

Denomination: *other

Vantage Point: God The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 17, 2008

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Third in a series of sermons that discusses Christmas from the vantage point of major participants in the incarnation.

Songs of Worship (A) My Glorious (A) Freedom Reigns (F) All who are Thirsty (Dm) God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen (G) You are Holy/Oh Holy Night Welcome and Announcements Advent Candle lighting VANTAGE POINT—GOD, THE HOLY SPIRIT Vantage Point Christmas—Part 3 Roll Video “Four Words” THE HOLY ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:28-29

Denomination: *other

Bloom Where You Are Planted Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 31, 2017

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We can leave a legacy through our participation in the community in which we live.

1. There is something inside of us that wants to be remembered. a. Reason for Monuments; Tombstones b. Reason for Family Stories and Traditions 2. Mr. Holland’s Opus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U8E807R7GkI (4.07-5.36) 3. Jeremiah 29.4-14 I. Be Deliberate with Your Life (29.4-6) – 2 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:4-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Go & Tell

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 7, 2016

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We must participate in God’s plan of telling the world about Jesus.

Go & Tell September 4, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must participate in God’s plan of telling the world about Jesus. Focus Passage: Romans 10:8-15 Supplemental Passage: "Do you not say, 'There are yet four months, and then comes ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Church As One Body

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jan 20, 2024

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Are you a participant in the growth of the church, or are you a bird sitting in its branches pooping on people?

“I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me." John 17:20-21 What is a church? Webster’s dictionary ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-21, Psalm 89:7, Psalm 111:1, Ephesians 5:23, Hebrews 13:17 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Beware Of Halloween Alternatives! Series

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Oct 16, 2021

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Ultimately, Christian participation in Halloween is a matter of conscience before God. Whatever level of Halloween participation you choose, you must honor God by keeping yourself separate from the world and by showing mercy to those who are perishing.

Halloween Evangelism There are several different ways Christians will engage in Halloween evangelism. Some will adopt a "No Participation" policy. As Christian parents, they don't want their kids participating in spiritually compromising activities—listening to ghost stories and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:22, Isaiah 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Memorial Day - Will They Find Us Faithful?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 25, 2007

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I believe we are surrounded by a greater cloud of witnesses than we will ever know ... We are the recipients of the faith, testimony & sacrifices made by unnumbered multitudes who have blazed the path before us.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND CCF, SILOAM SPRINGS, AR A. Tomorrow is officially designated as a holiday marked in many communities by a variety of solemn observances. All across the United States people will gather in parks & cemeteries to commemorate what this day symbolizes. Bands will play, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Citizens Responsibility

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jul 3, 2009

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A sermon about how America has been blessed, why it has been blessed, and what we as citizens, are supposed to do to keep our nation blessed.

America has enjoyed an abundance never before known among nations. And make no mistake; the things we have had were blessings … blessings from our Heavenly Father. They did not come by man’s hands, nor did they “just happen that way.” Since yesterday was Independence Day, I think it only ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: *other

The Christian & Military Service

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Feb 6, 2003

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This is an examination of what the Word of God teaches about the Christian’s participation in the military and carnal warfare.

I want to begin this lesson by acknowledging that when we address the subject of whether or not the Christian should take part in the military we are dealing with a controversial subject. The Church has debated this subject for 1400 years. Many theological scholars and Christian philosophers have ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Celebrate Halloween

Contributed by James Bryant on Oct 29, 2003

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Many Christians ask, "Is it OK to participate in HALLOWEEN." Hopefully this message will help you decide....

HOW TO CELEBRATE HALLOWEEN Romans 12:21 (21) Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good. There are many Christians who are questioning themselves of whether or not to participate in HALLOWEEN this year. A lot of folk are wondering if it is alright for them to "Go to parties," "Allow ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:21

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Life - Winners Are Finishers

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Aug 2, 2004

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The Christian Life is much like a person in training to participate in the Olypic Games in Athens this summer, 2004.

Christian Life – Winners are Finishers -Set a Spiritual Goal- Hebrews 12:1-2 Have you noticed that you sometimes do better when you have people cheering for you as you compete in sporting events? I remember one of the first basketball games I played in when I was Junior High age. My dad was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Free Methodist

Opened Doors

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 20, 2004

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We need to learn how to make the most of opportuntities to participate in God’s redemptive work.

Shakespeare once wrote: "there is a tide in the affairs of men, Which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune; Omitted, all the voyage of their life Is bound in shallows and in miseries." The Latins had a phrase that expressed the same idea: "Carpe diem, quam minimum credula postero," which ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

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