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  • Andy Grossman avatar

    "Becoming Christian"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 30, 2008
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    Paul’s process of growing spiritually

    “Becoming Christian” August 3, 2008 “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you, because we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints— the faith and love that spring from the hope that is stored up for you in heaven ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    You Can Make A Difference!

    Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 1, 2008
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    A sermon devoted to encouraging hearers to believe that God can use them right where they are to touch others for the kingdom.

    You Can Make a Difference! Col 1:3-6 Intro. Of the three network news cast, I prefer NBC because there is a segment at the end of the broadcast called “Making a Difference.” They report stories of individuals who have done just that—amazing stories of those who were not satisfied with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Truth About The Gospel Series

    Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 22, 2009
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    Only the Gospel 1) Gives us the assurance of heaven. 2) produces a changed life 3) Is based on God’s grace

    THE TRUTH ABOUT THE GOSPEL COLOSSIANS 1:3-8 1. Illus. of Homer and The Odyssey (HNTC, page 276) • Ulysses wanted to hear- plugged ears of crew and lashed himself to mast of ship. • Orpheus- played and sang so beautifully that the siren’s song held no appeal to the sailors. 2. There are a thousand ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Resist The Urge To Compartmentalise

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
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    Christ is our only wisdom, and we as one body are to be rooted in Him alone.

    1- Struggling What is so remarkable about the verb Paul uses, bearing in mind • the people he is applying it to • the method of his struggle? How do we primarily struggle on behalf of others? How should we? Which others? 2- Chain reaction Heart Step 1a. Be encouraged in heart; 1b. United in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Supremacy Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Apr 6, 2008
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    Giving Christ the supreme position in our lives is a decision we make. Paul opens his letter to the Colossian church with a reminder that he was sent by God.

    Introduction: I. I have a friend, a co-worker to be more specific, who comes from an American Indian heritage. A. He is actually quite proud of his background, B. In talking with him about Christ, I also discovered that he claims Christ as his savior. 1. Sounds good right. 2. That is ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Operation Celebration

    Contributed by Wayne Dishman on Apr 15, 2008
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    Celebrate the wonder of your salvation!

    Celebrate: “to demonstrate satisfaction in by festivities.” But you did not need a definition of celebration did you? All of us have been a part of some kind of celebration. It may have been an athletic accomplishment. It may have been an academic achievement. The state of Florida has been ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Behold The Greatness Of God The Son Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Feb 5, 2008
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    The more we realize who Jesus really is, the more we will give Him the worship and praise He deserves.

    Behold the Greatness of God (Part 2 - God the Son) Col 1:1-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Jan. 27, 2008 *Pastor Michael Bird tells a story from his days as a young soldier in the Australian army. One Friday night, Michael and a few mates were ordered to guard a truck loaded ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Jesus Making A Difference In Your Life? Series

    Contributed by Philip Cunningham Iii on Feb 5, 2008
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    Letting Christians look in the mirror to examine their faithfulness & educating Christians what it takes to be more faithful

    Is Jesus Making a Difference in Your Life? Sunday AM – Lynn Haven – 01/20/08 FOCUS: • Spiritual Authenticity • Spiritual Litmus Test FUNCTION: • Letting Christians look in the mirror to examine their faithfulness • Educating Christians what it takes to be more faithful Credit to Jeffery Anselmi ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Glories Of Christ

    Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008
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    Since Jesus is the image of the invisible God and the firstborn over all creation, how should we respond to Him?

    The glories of Christ Proverbs 8:22-36- wisdom in creation Colossians 1- the pre-eminence of Christ Jesus 1,7- sends faithful apostles/ministers (calling of the disciples while they were yet humble fishermen- took them where they were and moved them on); ministers of life, cst. Solomon and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Is Jesus Making A Difference In Your Life Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Feb 8, 2009
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    A reminder that our faith and love for others is not based on the circumstance of the day, but on the hope stored in heaven!

    INTRODUCTION 1. Background to Colossians Paul, while a prisoner in Rome, meets a runaway slave named “Onesimus”, who belonged to “Philemon”, one of the leaders of a church in the town of Colosse. Paul had led Philemon to Christ back when he started the church at Ephesus. Paul also leads Onesimus ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope In A Hopeless Time Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Mar 24, 2009
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    Jesus Christ is the only Hope that is available in the days in which we live. He is Hope for the Hopeless

    HOPE IN A HOPELESS TIME Colossians 1:3-6 Christmas at Black Creek In the past two weeks, we’ve seen many crazy things take place in the world. From terrorist attacks in India to tramplings at Wal-Mart to shootings at K-Mart to an elected official in Birmingham getting arrested – all seems to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "At The Christian's Core”

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 12, 2008
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    At the core of the Christian are these three things.

    “At the Christian’s Core” Colossians 3:1-14 “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    An Excellent Reputation Series

    Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 26, 2009
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    The power of the gospel in the world and especially in the lives of the Colossian saints.

    Imagine writing a letter to a pigmy living in the deepest, darkest parts of Africa. In your letter you must describe life in the Lower Blue Mountains. What would you say? How would you describe the fabric of our society? What is our reputation?   There’s lots of good things to write about: ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    The Measure Of A Great Church Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 20, 2009
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     | 8,286 views

    What is the measure of a great church?

    Text: Colossians 1:3-14 Title: The measure of a great church. Introduction A.The apostle Paul was always thanking God for the Colossian church. (v3) “We always thank God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you… B.The reason being: It was such a great church. (v6) “All over ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    For The Love Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2009
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    To introduce the book of Colossians and give us a picture of what the church can be when Christ is First and Foremost.

    FOR THE LOVE OF CHRIST Colossians 1:1-7 INTRODUCTION: A. This morning we will begin our look at the book of Colossians 1. It s main purpose is to lift up the preeminence of Christ. 2. Paul declares For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist