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  • Bradley Kellum avatar

    Walking With God Series

    Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 31, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,159 views

    What is a disciple? What does it mean to follow Jesus? This series clearly spells out what it means to believe in and follow Jesus Christ.

    A disciple is…A person who is learning to worship Jesus as God, walk with God and His family, work for God in ministry, win their battle against sin and witness to outsiders about Christ. Key Question: What does it mean to ‘walk with God’? Walking With God Means Working With His Spirit. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Galatians - Freedom In Christ - Introduction (Part 1 Of Many) Series

    Contributed by Jim Mazzulla on Jul 18, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,612 views

    If you are a Christian but not experiencing FREEDOM AND JOY this study is for you. If you are not yet a follower of Christ - Here you will find out how to be a follower of Christ!

    Galatians Study - FREEDOM in Christ Also, we ask that everyone be kind and loving to each others comments. I personally will not allow bashing or arguing. If you find at anytimeyou don't agree or like the group you can always leave. We do want productive hungry Christians sharing their insights ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evaluating The Cost Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on Jun 15, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,188 views

    Following Jesus is not easy, be ready for the long haul

    35. Who is Jesus? May 08st, 2011 (Mother’s Day) Evaluating the Cost Happy Mother’s day to all of our moms, we have a really special text for you today as we continue in our series through the gospel of Luke. Grace is free. Salvation is expensive. We spend a lot of time in the church ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    12th Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year A. Sparrow Stories.

    Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 26, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,297 views

    Several times the sparrow flew at the closed window and smacked itself into it, until it got so weak it could no longer fly; it only could walk.

    Pastor Don Friesen tells a fascinating story about a sparrow that somehow got into the rafters of St. Helen’s Parish Church in the English town of Brant Broughton. At the time of the intrusion, they were recording a guitar recital for later broadcast on the radio. The chirping bird didn’t exactly ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    A Fitting Memorial

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 49 ratings
     | 4,112 views

    A communion message following September 11, 2001

    A Time to Remember Scripture Reading: Luke 22:15-20     IT’S a painful question while thousands of victims remain buried in the rubble of the World Trade Towers, but it’s already being asked: What will take the place of the World Trade Center once the wreckage is cleared? Several ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seize The Day, Twenty-Four Seven

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 12, 2015
    based on 46 ratings
     | 48,316 views

    We are Christ followers. We are not, Christ fans. Fans sit on the sidelines followers get into are active on the field of play. It is time to get off the sideline. It is time to Seize the Day, Twenty-four Seven! Updated August 2018.

    A young soldier ....and his commanding officer... boarded a train. The only available seats.... were directly across from ... a very attractive young women .... who was traveling ...with her elderly ... grandmother. As they engaged in pleasant conversation, ...the soldier and the young woman ... ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Donovan Myers avatar

    Being Christ Minded

    Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,775 views

    Issuing from following Christ are some responsibilities...

    PHILIPPIANS 2:1-11 Whether the relationship is between a parent and a child, between a boy and girl, or between former strangers who now form the body of Christ; there are some things that must be present if the relationship is to be authentic or real. There must be genuine friendship and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    In The Beginning..

    Contributed by Segun Omole on Oct 5, 2012
     | 12,738 views

    In the beginning God.. I have looked closely @ this part of the verse for a while now and there are few points that I believe would be important to note from it.

    In the beginning God.. I have looked closely @ this part of the verse for a while now and there are few points that I believe would be important to note from it. 1. There is always a beginning for everything in life- In the beginning..assures me that everything I see around me were not in existence ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Jesus' Last Will And Testament

    Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on May 23, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 8,320 views

    Easter 7: Here we find Jesus praying for his followers. He doesn’t ask for wealth or prestige or power for his followers. In this prayer, Jesus shows the extent of his love for his followers before He dies.

    This is Memorial Day weekend – a time to remember and honor military men and women who have given their lives in service to this country. It is an opportunity to give thanks for those who paid the ultimate price – their lives – in order for us to enjoy the benefits provided by this country and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    He That Reapeth

    Contributed by Evie Megginson on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 18 ratings
     | 5,096 views

    Years ago, in a small town in Texas, a German mer-chant and his entire family came forward at the close of a service to receive Christ as Savior and Lord.

    Years ago, in a small town in Texas, a German mer-chant and his entire family came forward at the close of a service to receive Christ as Savior and Lord. When the pastor asked him to tell his experience, this is what he said. "Yesterday I closed my store early and went for a ride with my family. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bruce Ball avatar

    To Protect And To Serve

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 7, 2015
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,280 views

    We invited the local Chief of Police to speak to our congregation and to our youth. After his talk, this is the short message we gave to close the service.

    TO PROTECT AND TO SERVE That motto is used to describe the original description of our federal government’s purpose. It is primarily to protect "we the people" from those in our society that would hurt us so that Americans can live in the pursuit of happiness. That being said, it would be ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    The Crossing

    Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 18, 2005
    based on 24 ratings
     | 12,040 views

    To be a true follower of Christ, we must set ourselves apart, have faith to take the first step toward following and then obeidence to make that step

    “The Crossing” August 21, 2005 Intro: Life is filled with definable moments. Moments when we must make harsh choices, brave overwhelming obstacles, and conquer new horizons. They are the major “crossings” of life. Today we are going to look at spiritual crossing. We have for the last two weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • T.J. Conwell avatar

    Paul’s Final Encouragement To Ephesus Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 19, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,036 views

    These are the final instructions given to a church whose name means “desirable”. Would our church today be willing to be this bold, this committed, this faithful to the calling that God has placed on each of us?

    To the Ends of the Earth, Part 31 Paul’s final encouragement to Ephesus Acts 20:7-38 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- Last week, we had several challenges to consider when it comes to being faithful -- Ref: Christian life APP: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Patrick O'Loughlin avatar

    Living Like Christ Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jul 2, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 16,559 views

    Christian Doctrine always is followed by Christian duty.

    Title Living like Christ Text: Colossians 3:1-17 Introduction Colossians 3:1 begins the section where Paul starts to turn from Christian doctrine to Christian duty. We going to see a clear example of this as we look at Colossians 3:1-17 1.Our Christian Doctrine (3:1-4) 2.Our Christian Duty ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • J. Yeargin avatar

    That We Might Be Like Him

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 7, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,121 views

    A dozen men “WHO MIGHT BE WITH HIM”. I’m sure Jesus knew these men and their past… Jesus knew all of the mistakes they had each made with their lives. Nevertheless Jesus wanted them to follow Him...regardless of their shortcomings.

    THAT WE MIGHT BE LIKE HIM A lot can be learned about someone by talking to the friends who are closest to them. There are people that I am close to that know me very well, and there are others who know me only by name, but they don’t really know me. The people who know me best know my ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God