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  • Rev. Matthew Parker avatar

    To Live Is Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 18, 2011
     | 5,721 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

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    Imitating Christ Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Sep 19, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 14,238 views

    Part 3 of a series on the Book of Philippians. This sermon is on what it means to imitate Christ.

    Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Title: Imitating Christ Introduction Imitating Christ does not mean we dress up in a robe/ grow a beard… Imitating Christ means Giving to others what Christ has given to us “If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, If any comfort from ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Blood Of Christ

    Contributed by Robert Glass on Sep 30, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,821 views

    What If The Blood Of Christ had not been shed for our sins?

    The Blood Of Christ Robert A. Glass What more precious thing could there ever be than The Blood of Christ? Shed for remission of our sins. (Mt 26:28) For this is my blood of the new testament, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Jones avatar

    To Live Is Christ! Series

    Contributed by Mark Jones on Oct 3, 2011
     | 5,495 views

    EOLS: God calls us to live in Him, where Jesus is exalted and our joy overflows to others .

    To Live is Christ! Php 1:19-26 (19) for I know that through your prayers and the help given by the Spirit of Jesus Christ, what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. (20) I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    One In Christ.

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,298 views

    One in Christ. (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: (A). Separation: What The Gentiles Were (vs 11-12): • (1). Without Christ (vs 12a). • (2). Without Citizenship (vs 12b). • (3). Without Covenants (vs 12c). • (4). Without Hope (vs 12d). • (5). Without God (vs12e). (B). Reconciliation: What God Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Christ Is King

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 23, 2011
    based on 6 ratings
     | 14,094 views

    Jesus Christ is King of Kings and Lord of Lords. As followers of the King we are His subjects and should live every minute of our lives in faithful submission to the lordship of Jesus Christ realizing His preeminence and sovereignty.

    Christ is King Revelation 19:1-15 Countless millions throughout the world may live as if Christ is not King, but that does not change reality. Christ is King over all. Christ is King over the atheist. Christ is King over the good. Christ is King over the bad. Whether or not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wounds Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,450 views

    Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. Bruised, Wounded, Smitten! Have you ever stopped to consider the wounds He received in His substitutionary death for you and me.

    The Wounds of Christ Isaiah 53:5 Within a few days from the Triumphal Entry, the exaltation of Christ by the crowds would quickly give way to untold suffering and the angry shouts of a mob saying “Crucify Him!” Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ's Desire

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,793 views

    How sad that many of us miss the joy and blessing that can be ours by knowing and doing what Christ desires. What is Christ’s desire for you and me?

    Christ’s Desire Luke 13:31-34; 19:41-42 Christ’s desire for Israel was that they might have known Him in an intimate relationship as their Messiah. Several days before His triumphal entry into Jerusalem, He expressed that desire when He said after being confronted by some Pharisees, O ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Uniqueness Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 19, 2011
    based on 15 ratings
     | 21,801 views

    When we compare the religions of the world, we quickly see that biblical Christianity is an unique faith because Christianity stems from the uniqueness and superiority of its founder Jesus Christ.

    The Uniqueness of Jesus Christ Psalm 86:7-12 When we compare the religions of the world, we quickly see that biblical Christianity is an unique faith because Christianity stems from the uniqueness and superiority of its founder Jesus Christ, the greatest man who ever lived. The psalmist declared ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ's Bride

    Contributed by Pastor Steve Zimmerman on Apr 29, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,270 views

    This sermon explores the true meaning for being the Bride of Christ. We believers are, in essence, wed to Christ through our committment as believers.

    Christ’s Bride How many people watched the Royal wedding? The history made that day will stay in the minds of over two billion people who watched this young couple get married – the future King of England and his bride. I was intrigued with the service – how it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    To Live Is Christ Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on May 3, 2011
     | 4,909 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
     | 6,761 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

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,936 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

  • Joshua Hetrick avatar

    The Priesthood Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Joshua Hetrick on Jul 4, 2009
     | 4,216 views

    This is a full outline of Hebrews 7.

    The Priesthood of Christ Hebrews Chapter Seven Introduction: 1. In chapter Six Paul expressed the importance to remain faithful. a. The Peril of no Progress (vs. 1-8). b. The Promise for Progress (vs. 9-12). c. The Proof of Progress (vs. 13-20). 2. In this chapter Paul will show us why Christ is ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Abiding In Christ

    Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 5, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,025 views

    The necessity and tools for abiding in Christ unfolded

    "Abiding in Christ" On the last evening before the Lord Jesus Christ was crucified, He preached one of the most important sermons of His life. In this vital message He taught the foundational truths that would supply the disciples with what was necessary to lay the basis for their own ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible