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  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Characters At The Crib- Were You There? (Christmas)

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 31, 2001
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,263 views

    A sermon at Carols by Candlelight. Teaching and evangelistic

    Carols by candlelight 16 Dec 2001 pm. Characters at the crib- were you there? Herod The last reading (Mt 2:13-18) grounds this all, doesn’t it? Places it firmly in the realm of - our world. This last year. Troubles still emanating from there & ‘religion’ - reality… not fantasy. This is no ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    The Particulars Of Christian Character Development - Part One Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 7,735 views

    Developing character qualities that have to do with my relationship with the God above me.

    Christian Character Development: "The Particulars Of Christian Character Development" Part One 2 Peter 1:1-11 God’s people get in trouble when they fail to act like they are God’s people! That’s why Peter wrote in our passage for today about Christian character development. Two Sundays ago, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Particulars Of Christian Character Development - Part Two Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,353 views

    What character qualities have to do with my relationship with the world about me?

    Today we are going to continue our consideration of the particulars of Christian character development. We note that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are going to progress toward Christ-likeness (vs. 5-7). He seems to list ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Particulars Of Christian Character Development - Part Three Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,157 views

    What character qualities have to do with my relationship with the people around me?

    Today we will conclude our consideration of the particulars of Christian character development. We have noticed that Peter is very specific concerning what character qualities we should seek to develop as a Christian if we are going to progress toward Christ-likeness (vs. 5-7). He seems to list ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Fredric Lozo avatar

    Human Characters Determined Only By Divine Decision. Series

    Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Dec 23, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 2,728 views

    This Sermon is #15 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

    INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON XV. Human Characters determined only by Divine decision. 1 Corinthians iv. 3,4. "But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged of you, or of man’s judgment; ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dan Stires avatar

    You Can Have A Christ - Like Character Series

    Contributed by Dan Stires on Apr 9, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,326 views

    Every believer needs to be changed from the inside out and bringing our character to conforming with the character of Jesus.

    You can have a Christ-like Character Romans 12:1-2 “So here’s what I want you to do, God helping you: Take your everyday, ordinary life—your sleeping, eating, going-to-work, and walking-around life—and place it before God as an offering. Embracing what God does for you is the best thing you can ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    God Wants Me To Be A Model Of His Character Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on May 29, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,624 views

    God wants every believer to be a model of His character. This sermon addresses why.

    Text: 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Title: God wants me to be a model of His Character (The purpose of discipleship) Intro: 5 Goals for every believer series.God wants me to be a model of His character. V12 “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Edward Hardee avatar

    Characters Of Christmas: Zacharias - Just Keep Quiet Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 7, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,254 views

    A message about Zacharias and how he need to learn to be quit and listen to the Lord.

    Note I used Jon Courson’s notes from e-sword’s Application Commentary on this passage plus the Preacher’s Commentary in Luke. Title: Christmas Characters Zacharias Theme: To show lessons learned from the life of Zacharias Text: Luke 1:1-80 Zacharias: Luk 1:1-20 Inasmuch as many have taken in ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Four Types Of Character Or Personalities Before The Crucifixion.

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 30, 2012
     | 3,498 views

    I. EXORDIUM: What will you do if the candid camera is on you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that in GOD's Presence, all hearts will be revealed. IV. TEXT: Matthew 26:57-75 57 Then the people who ha

    I. EXORDIUM: What will you do if the candid camera is on you? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that in GOD's Presence, all hearts will be revealed. IV. TEXT: Matthew 26:57-75 57 Then the people who had arrested Jesus led him to the home of Caiaphas, the high ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Billy Ricks avatar

    Character Trait 11: A Healthy Church Is Influential Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,453 views

    Jesus Christ commanded His church to be influential. We have a commission to impact people, principles and culture for Christ and His kingdom. How do we do this. We respond to His call to follow Him and be salt and light.

    Intro: The philosophies or ways of thinking of the world lead to a devaluing. The worldly philosophies of the 19th century led to the idea of a golden era with no more war or rumors of war. There were many that believed that a utopia would result from the right thinking of man. They really ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Leaving Your Coat But Keeping Your Character

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jan 30, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,637 views

    A message on temptaiton and how to deal with it.

    Title: Finish Well – Dealing with Temptation Theme: How to deal with Temptation Text: Genesis 39:1 – 19; 1 John 2:16; Luke 4:1 – 16; Matthew 6:9 - 13 Joseph’s Plight Review Genesis 39:1 - 19 Joseph is one of 12 sons of Jacob. He quickly became his favorite son because he was born to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Robert Tarasiak avatar

    A Holiness Demanded By God’s Own Character

    Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023
     | 1,322 views

    "A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine." - D.L. Moody.

    1 Peter Series Part 4 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: “A Holiness Demanded by God’s Own Character” Text: 1 Peter 1:13-16 INTRO: HOLINESS? WHAT IS HOLINESS? I. A holy life will make the deepest impression. Lighthouses blow no horns, they just shine. II. D.L. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Deutsch avatar

    God's Character - Eternal And Infinite Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 8, 2021
     | 4,419 views

    A 4 week series on God's character

    God’s Character Various Scriptures January 10, 2021 Well, I have to admit I thought about today’s message, had a plan of action about 2 weeks ago, then changed my mind about the direction, then changed my mind again, and then again! Exhausting! That’s what it is! As I sat down to write this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Biblical Characters Who Served God With Excellence Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025
     | 235 views

    This study highlights men and women in the Bible who modelled excellence in their service to God and left lasting examples for believers today.

    BIBLICAL CHARACTERS WHO SERVED GOD WITH EXCELLENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Key Verse: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23) Supporting Texts: Daniel 6:3; Exodus 36:1-2; Acts 20:19-20; 2 Timothy ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Go! And… Walk Worthy: The Character Of A Disciple Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 17, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 57 views

    Discipleship is not merely a class we attend, a course we complete, or a label we wear. It is a way of life.

    Go! And… Walk Worthy: The Character of a Disciple - Ephesians 4:2 (NLT) Ephesians 4:2 (NLT): “Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other's faults because of your love.” INTRODUCTION – THE MARKS OF A TRUE FOLLOWER OF JESUS Church—discipleship is ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal