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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    To Live Is Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 18, 2011
     | 5,834 views

    How do we balance our own pursuit of meaning and happiness with the call to live as Kingdom people? What role does suffering have in the Christian life and why in the world are we called not only to believe in Jesus but to suffer for him? A little bait an

    This dates me, I know, but I can sometimes relate to Charlie Brown in the Peanuts cartoons. Like the one where Lucy is philosophizing and Charlie is listening. As usual, Lucy has the floor, delivering one of her lectures. She says, "Charlie Brown, life is a lot like a deck chair. Some place it so ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 22, 2009
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     | 5,105 views

    When we consider what Christ desires from us we feel uneasy. Our relationship with Him affects all our other relationships ... For some of us these demands may seem too hard to achieve. We are afraid of whole-hearted obedience to Christ will cost us.

    Opening illustration: S. I. McMillen, in his book None of These Diseases, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she wrote, "No," and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Christ Alone

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 24, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 16,204 views

    Paul, Pt. 23

    IN CHRIST ALONE (COLOSSIANS 2:1-10) A scientific convention was held at a lakeside resort. After the first day’s proceedings, a mathematician, a physicist, an astronomer and a molecular biologist hired a boatman to row them around on the lake. As they sat in the boat, they discussed string theory, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Jason Jones avatar

    The Surperiority Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,421 views

    Exposition of Acts 19:21-41 regarding the riot in Ephesus and its demonstration of the superiority of Christ in an experiential fashion

    Text: Acts 19:21-41, Title: The Superiority of Christ, Date/Place: NRBC, 1/25/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Read the story of John Stam, missionary to China in 1934 from The Baptist Vision magazine current issue, MacArthur summary of Hebrews… “the letter begins with the general superiority of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    To Live Is Christ Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 3, 2011
     | 5,030 views

    During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome.

    Philippians Pt 1- To Live is Christ Introduction Series- Philippians- letter written to church at Philippi. Paul- founded- church- written 10 years later- in prison. Story of Paul in Philippi- Act 16:9-12 Philippi- Roman colony in Macedonia- veteran soldiers relocated- very proud of their Roman ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Tim Hinrichs avatar

    Soldiers For Christ

    Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on May 9, 2011
     | 6,940 views

    Serving in the Lord's army is a great honor but also includes many responsibilities. Our marching orders are to evangelize the world with the Gospel!

    It was already almost a week ago when the incredible news hit that Osama bin Laden was killed by an elite squad of Navy Seals. We probably never will know the names of these brave men but they are due our thanks and gratitude for risking their lives for the country. We as followers of Jesus ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    The Crowd Or The Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011
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     | 5,554 views

    This message was inspired by Dr. David Platt's book, "Radical". This message centers around the question of Pilate, "What will you have me do with Jesus?"

    The Crowd versus the Christ Matthew 27:22 * What words comes to your mind when you hear the term “Radical?” (I.E. drastic, thorough, sweeping, extreme, militant, fanatical, revolutionary, uncompromising) * What are you radical about? Every person in this room has something about which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Jerry N. Watts avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011
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     | 7,018 views

    This message was inspired (outline borrowed) from another pastor. The call of Christ is more pressing and demanding than the average believer considers it to be.

    Following Christ Luke 9:57-62 * In his book "None of These Diseases”, S. I. McMillen, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Daniel Austin avatar

    Ambassadors For Christ

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 22, 2009
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     | 7,778 views

    We anxiously await the coming of the Lord, but, in the meantime, we have a message, "be reconciled to God," a mission to the entire world, and the motivating love of Christ to compel us.

    Ambassadors for Christ Christian roles series 03/21/04 AM Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21 INTRODUCTION Bible scholar and author William Barclay wrote of an ambassador in Roman times and noted two things about the office. 1. He was an administrator sent by the Emperor to a conquered land. His ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ Is Sufficient Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jul 6, 2011
     | 5,186 views

    Description: During this series we will be looking at Paul’s letter to the Philippian church. Paul founded the church at Philippi and wrote the letter during a time of imprisonment in Rome. One of the themes in the book is joy. (some thoughts taken from a

    Philippians Pt8- Christ is Sufficient The Thank You Challenge! Lack of thanksgiving can account for Christians, churches, and whole civilizations be destroyed. The frequent God-ward utterance of “thank you” is a spiritual weapon- causes demonic powers to flee. 1 Thess 5:16–18 16Rejoice always; ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,112 views

    A sermon to show believers that to have the mind of Christ we must control what we see and hear.

    The Mind of Christ Philippians 2:5 Philippians 2:5 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Introduction: Now I have done a careful study of the Greek text and after much deliberation and careful consideration I have come to the conclusion that the phrase "Let this mind be in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Appointed In Christ Series

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on Aug 30, 2014
     | 4,380 views

    We need to identify who we are in Christ and what that means in our lives today.

    August 31, 2014 Morning Worship Text: Ephesians 1:1-3 Subject: Ephesians Series Part 1 Title: Appointed In Christ Have you ever been involved with an organization or group where people want you to take a leadership role even though you may have never thought of yourself as a leader? That has ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Jason Smith avatar

    The Kingdom Of Christ

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014
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     | 5,436 views

    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). Is this belief true that was believed then and today?

    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). The disciples asked Jesus in Acts 1:6, "Lord, is it at this time You are restoring the kingdom to Israel?" The disciples are showing in ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Walking In Christ Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 34 ratings
     | 50,018 views

    Christ is sufficient. In Him the believer finds sufficiency. Surrendering to Christ as Lord of your life is the beginning of a new life in Christ. This life, this relationship, grows in so many ways as we follow His leadership. The world, the flesh & t

    COLOSSIANS 2: 6-12 WALKING IN CHRIST Good morning and welcome again to our continuing journey together through the book of Colossians. Colossians has disclosed to us thus far that in Christ we are reconciliation to God (1:21-23), find the revelation of the mystery of God (1:24-27) in Christ, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Chosen In Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 23, 2012
    based on 178 ratings
     | 39,969 views

    Paul explains our chosen position in Christ in this text. 1- We are chosen in Christ 2- We were chosen in Christ before the world 3- We were chosen in Christ for a purpose

    INTRO.- Special children we are. My mother and father were probably greatly surprised on December 9, 1944 when they got two babies instead of one: Steven Ray and Sharon Rae. I’m not sure if they knew at that time if they were getting one or two babies. Sharon was the fat baby at over 5 lbs. and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ