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  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Is It Christian Or Is It Convenient

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001
    based on 107 ratings
     | 13,465 views

    This sermon looks at how we may have to choose between being a true Christian, or simply taking the path of convenience in our walk with the Lord. Jeroboam is the main character.

    IS IT CHRISTIAN OR CONVENIENT I Kings 11:26-40, 2 Timothy 2:1-30, Text I Kings 12:25-33 Early 2/26/93 .ls2 We live in a world intent on making things convenient for us. There are a host of things that have made living more conven ient and human bodies more lazy. We no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Christian Attitude

    Contributed by Justin Meek on Jun 6, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 25,424 views

    In order to grow as Christians we must have the proper atitude towards our Christian lives.

    NOTE: I am indebted to Jim Mooney of sermoncentral.com for the idea for this sermon. I took his basic idea from the sermon “How to Have a Winning Attitude” and customized it to fit my own style and congregation. The Christian Attitude Phil: 3:8-14 Introduction: THERE IS A SHORT STORY BY G.W. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Compassionate Christians?

    Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Apr 28, 2010
     | 7,857 views

    Compassion is not easy in a world full of sin, how do we become compassionate christians?

    Compassionate Christians? Have you ever wondered how our Lord, was, and for that matter, still is, so compassionate? Jesus gives us the greatest examples of compassion seen, ever, in our world. I guess to be compassionate, one must first understand what compassion really is. "Compassion is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christian Hospitality

    Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Sep 11, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 11,402 views

    Be hospitable to strangers without grumbling. Open your homes to people and use it as a chance to minister. Have a fervent love for one another despite our faults.

    I Peter 4:7 – 10 reads, “But the end of all things is at hand; therefore be serious and watchful in your prayers. And above all tings have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. As each one has received a gift, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    Christ In The Christian

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 29, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,106 views

    A sermon detailing the work of the Holy Spirit in the believer.

    "Christ in the Christian" Introduction: I'm going to start this message with a quote from Dr. Adrian Rogers, "The best friend that you have on this earth is the Holy Spirit. You say, Well, I thought Jesus was my best friend. That's exactly right. The best friend that you have on this earth is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Marks Of A Christian

    Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Sep 18, 2024
     | 771 views

    To be called a Christian in the early church was not a compliment. We are to be different!

    Marks of a Christian 1 John 5:1-5:4 Introduction- Good morning everyone, glad that you have joined us this morning. If you would turn to 1 John 5:1-4 Read from Bible This morning I want to talk to you about being a Christian. This word has been abused and used in so many circles that most ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The Christian Husband Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 31, 2007
    based on 16 ratings
     | 6,504 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 3:7

    Text: 1 Peter 3:7 Title: The Christian Husband Date/Place: LSCC, 10/9/05, AM A. Opening illustration: Panel of Women debated on what they thought was a perfect man, a guy who was ‘with it’. You would have thought they would have decided upon some actor or athlete even a wealthy tycoon. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Superheros

    Contributed by Matthew Eyerman on Oct 3, 2004
    based on 10 ratings
     | 3,741 views

    Drink deadly poisons, handle serpents, leap tall building: Christian superheros

    Matthew Eyerman September 14, 2003 Corpus Christi Revival I. Introduction 1. you did it & I did it 2. at some point in our lives 3. we wanted to be super heroes 4. able to a. leap tall buildings b. run fast c. stamp out evil d. swing from buildings like a spider e. and ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Christian's Influence Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 44 ratings
     | 14,833 views

    Jesus, using Salt and Light as an illustration, taught his disciples that we must be a different influence to others. Not as the world has seen, but a difference!

    INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION: A Peanuts cartoon showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown in which she said, “Guess what, Chuck? The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my fault? Why do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Betty Johnson avatar

    Courageous Christians

    Contributed by Betty Johnson on Aug 18, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 13,927 views

    Sometimes God has to remind us to be strong and courageous.

    Courageous Christians Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9 Romans 15:1-6 Moses is dead. Now YOU go and inherit the land I am giving you. I will not fail you. I will not abandon you. Three times in the first nine verses of the first chapter of Joshua, we are called to be STRONG and COURAGEOUS. Right ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Christian Unity

    Contributed by Greg Nance on Sep 28, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,390 views

    This sermon was given at a Presbyterian Church when they invited the Church of Christ to visit and share about our community wide 90 Day Bible reading adventure.

    Thank-you so much for welcoming us here as guests and for your generous hospitality. Having been in this community for 10 years, I have crossed paths with many of you, followed a bit of your churches narrative, and have been deeply moved by the courage God has bestowed on you to stand for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    Move Forward, Dont Back Up Or Give Up!!

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 9, 2004
    based on 92 ratings
     | 78,739 views

    Learn how to move forward to your God given destiny.

    Exodus 14:10-28 And when Pharaoh drew near, the children of Israel lifted their eyes, and behold, the Egyptians marched after them. So they were very afraid, and the children of Israel cried out to the Lord. 11 Then they said to Moses, “Because there were ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Let God Be Their Judge

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jan 10, 2018
     | 4,172 views

    Don't judge others to condemn them but preach to them to be saved by the Word

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: LET GOD BE THEIR JUDGE John 12:47-50King James Version (KJV) 47 And if any man hear my words, and believe not, I judge him not: for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world. 48 He that rejecteth me, and receiveth not my words, hath one ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Gerald Roberts avatar

    "Don't Turn Away"

    Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 24, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,947 views

    To those who turn away from God find regret, great sorrow, and misery for eternity.

    John 6:56-69 “Don’t Turn Away” Consider the warning to those who turn away from God • Warnings to those who turn away from God 2 Peter 2:20-22 For it would have been better for them never to have known the way of righteousness ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    A Great Opportunity Lurks When The Stones Are Flying

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 20, 2014
     | 5,827 views

    Can we see a difference in dedication and commitment? What will we do when we face difficult situations? The rocks are flying? Duck?

    THE GREATEST OPPORTUNITY TO BE A REAL TEST OF RELIGION IS WHEN THE STONES ARE FLYING STAND STILL. HOW CAN I STAND STILL... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. THE CHICKEN AND THE PIG WERE TRYING TO DECIDE WHAT TO HAVE FOR BREAKFAST... THE CHICKEN SAID I VOTE FOR BACON AND ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God