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  • Tom Lovorn avatar

    The Body Of Christ

    Contributed by Tom Lovorn on Nov 9, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 6,837 views

    This is a practical Communion sermon dramatically demonstrating how the Passover elements were used by Jesus to establish the memorial we call The Lord’s Supper.

    (An adaptation of the sermon of the same title by Pat Cook on www.SermonCentral.com) Luke 22:19 Preparation: Choir comes down after singing. Soloist is prepared to sing "Broken and Spilled Out" later. Have table uncovered and set for Seder with Unity Napkin and four cups of wine. Have enough ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Resurrection Of Christ

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Aug 28, 2003
    based on 38 ratings
     | 6,441 views

    This sermon outlines the reality and significance of the resurrection of Christ.

    The Resurrection Of Christ Its Reality And Significance Introduction "1Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you have received, and wherein you stand; 2By which also you are saved, if you keep in memory what I preached to you, unless you have believed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Christ-Likeness

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 30, 2003
    based on 155 ratings
     | 17,093 views

    All who claim Christ need to become like Him.

    INTRO.- ILL.- What do you think of my mustache? I haven’t always worn a mustache. I grew it for a fun program that we had at our last church and Elaine liked it so much that I just kept it. BESIDES, DON’T YOU THINK I LOOK AN AWFUL LOT LIKE TOM SELLECK OF MAGNUM PI FAME? Don’t answer that! It’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Walking With Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Sep 5, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 9,829 views

    Our walk with Christ is necessary to any and all work for Christ. God’s not called us to find fulfillment in the quantity of our work for Him but in the quality of our walk with Him. What does it mean to walk with Christ?

    WALKING WITH CHRIST REVELATION 3:1-6 INTRODUCTION: In writing to the churches in Asia Minor, Christ censured the church at Sardis for failure to walk with Him. Christ found their works imperfect and their spiritual life for all intent and purpose dead. Our walk with Christ is the necessary ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Arlen Payne avatar

    Life In Christ

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Nov 24, 2002
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,618 views

    In Christ we have resurrection life, eternal life, and the abundant life.

    Life in Christ Reading: John 5:19-24 Intro: John 11:1 -This is the story of the raising of Lazarus -Review Story -Jesus asked, “do you believe this?” -I am asking you today…do you believe this? Jesus gives us life I. Jesus gives us Resurrection life. A. In our sin we were ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Brought To Christ Series

    Contributed by David Beirne on Apr 29, 2004
    based on 47 ratings
     | 8,702 views

    Recognize the importance of the personal touch in evangelism. A brief devotional type message.

    A Man Called Peter: Brought To Christ John 1:40-42, Luke 5:1-11 Intro. Our neglect of evangelism is a big concern to all of us. It is intimidating due to its consequences. What if I mess it up? What if my failure/shortcoming/lack of memory leads to the eternal damnation of someone’s soul? Let’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Companionship Of Christ

    Contributed by David Dewitt on May 4, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,996 views

    This was a devotional that I wrote for the church newsletter

    The Companionship of Christ Matthew 28:20 Newsletter Devotional And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age. Matthew 28:20 Christ has offered to be your companion through all of life. He is with you during the good days and the bad days of life. He stays with you when the seas ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Soldiers Of Christ

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,655 views

    In this message we will see what a servant of Christ is, what he does and what he can expect.

    SERVANTS OF CHRIST TEXT: MATTHEW 5:1-16 INTRODUCTION A. Early in Jesus’s public ministry at a time when His popularity was on a rapid rise, He preached what was to become one of His best known sermons. Though Jesus Himself did not give it a title we in the church throughout he years have given ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Shane Brooks on Aug 21, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,615 views

    4 steps to making wise decisions and thinking like Christ.

    John 7:38 Some people don’t want rivers of living water Many are happy where they are---WHAT IF THIS WAS AVAILABLE TODAY Tired of charismatics- FALL DOWN---FREAK OUT 3 things that affect society— BARNA 1. Celebrities 2. Movies 3. Sports Notice Christians aren’t on that list--- Not in the TOP ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Cross Of Christ

    Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Aug 22, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,503 views

    The Roman Emperor Constantine saw the sign of a Cross in the sky which had a decisive effect on both his military career and spiritual life.

    On 29th October AD 312 the first Roman Emperor converted to the Christian faith, Constantine the Great, entered Rome. He was a worshipper of the sun god, Sol. On 28th October the forces he commanded were trying to conquer Rome. There was a great battle to take a bridge leading to the city. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Kept In Christ Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Aug 25, 2005
    based on 15 ratings
     | 5,193 views

    In these few verses, we learn: who Jesus is praying for; who He’s not praying for; His special relationship with the Father; and His request for our protection and unity. We find great comfort and confidence in knowing that our Savior is praying for us.

    “Kept in Christ” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts &John 17:9-11, “My prayer is not for the world, but for those You have given Me, for they are Yours. All I have is Yours, and all You have is Mine; and You have given them back to Me, so they are My ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    Passion To The Christ

    Contributed by Steve Rutherford on Sep 13, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 5,460 views

    This message is to challenge listeners to be passionate in their worship of Jesus Christ.

    Passion To The Christ (Joh 11:34 KJVR) And said, Where have ye laid him? They said unto him, Lord, come and see. (Joh 11:35 KJVR) Jesus wept. (Joh 11:36 KJVR) Then said the Jews, Behold how he loved him! (Joh 11:37 KJVR) And some of them said, Could not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Doctrines Of Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,134 views

    Who Jesus Really Is

    Intro: we find the writer of Hebrews giving encouragement to move into the deeper things of Christ. He states that he will give if God permits him to discuss deeper theology. But in this chapter he goes over many basics of Christianity that are essentials to living by faith. In the next few weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Titles Of Christ

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Sep 29, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,097 views

    communion service

    I In Thompson Chain reference—you have titles of Jesus Christ. Tonight I would like to mention a few. He came to be a Saviour—I Timothy 1:15— Jesus came into the world with the mission to be Saviour. Yes he was a prophet, teacher, healer, and many other things, but his main mission was to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Blood Of Christ

    Contributed by Joe Adaline on Oct 1, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,790 views

    What can wash away my sin? Nothing but the blood of Jesus. What can make me whole again? Nothing but the blood of Jesus

    When I was in high school, the world was very different to me. My parents both worked, tried to raise us right. My brother was the greatest friend I could have, being my younger brother. I had sisters, and it was good time after good time. It was a good time to grow up. I was sitting in my French ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist