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  • Bill Butsko avatar

    Called Christians

    Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 5, 2010
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     | 6,394 views

    The believers were not called Christians in Jerusalem, but were called Christians in Antioch.

    Text: “The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch” (Acts 11:26). Who is a Christian? How would you define a Christian? I would say that a Christian is a person who believes in and follows the teachings of Jesus Christ. A Christian is one who proclaims, follows, and lives ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    "Living Sacrifices"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 11, 2010
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,108 views

    Takes Romans 12: 1-2 in context

    “Living Sacrifices” June 13, 2010 Romans 12:1-8 1Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God—this is your spiritual act of worship. 2Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Enjoy Life Together Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,305 views

    It’s all about God... and each other!

    This morning, I want to try something different. Usually, I give at least three points in a message. Some of you commented… you know who you are…God also knows… that at times I try to cram so many things in a sermon. You feel like you’re trying to drink from a fire hydrant. So, to give you a break, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Son Of Man Series

    Contributed by Tyler Edwards on May 26, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,830 views

    Jesus had many titles but He preferred to refer to Himself as the Son of Man. In calling Himself this Jesus is actually giving us a clue as to the true nature of His identity.

    John 13:31-33 November 4, 2007 The Son of Man ‘Honorable’ ‘Excellent’ ‘Sir’ ‘Master’ ‘Gracious’ ‘Most Admirable’ ‘Liar’ ‘Thief’ ‘Wicked’ ‘Scum’ What do all these things have in common? They are all titles. A title serves many functions. A title is something that is given to distinguish one ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Tongues And The Fullness Series

    Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2007
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,448 views

    this is a topical exposition of speaking in tongues and the filling of the Spirit from Acts 2:4, from a non-cessasionist, but non-charismatic position

    Text: Acts 2:4, Title: Tongues and the Fullness, Subject: Tongues and filling, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/3/07, AM A. Opening illustration: as a brand new Christian, I was in my first year of college when I saw a sign for a bible study. So, I went and met with Cliff, and they challenged me about the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fellowship - It's What We Do! Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on May 30, 2007
    based on 50 ratings
     | 10,806 views

    This sermon gives five reasons why fellowship is important.

    Fellowship – It’s What We Do! The Importance of Fellowship Fellowship is the “glue” that keeps people connected to our church. According to the New Testament, fellowship is not optional for a Christian. It is mandatory! Jesus said: “I give you a new commandment: love one another. Just as I ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Cast Thy Bread Upon The Water

    Contributed by David Johnston on Apr 29, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,256 views

    The very reason that many Churches are spiritually bankrupt is because they have drained the spiritual resources without putting anything BACK INTO THE WORK OF GOD!!!

    Cast Thy Bread Upon the Waters Eccl. 11:1 1 Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days. 2 Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth. 3 If the clouds be full of rain, they empty themselves upon the earth: and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Duties Of A Watchman

    Contributed by Michael Erickson on Apr 5, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 37,829 views

    God’s call to Ezekiel to be a Watchman gives us clear direction in our duties as Watchmen for Christ

    This has been such a tragic week in our world. I am almost afraid to turn the news on in the morning and evening to continue to hear the escalating number of deaths due to the Tsunami. Nearly 150,000 people have died as this huge wall of water hit them with virtually no warning. So for the last ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Tongues Pt. 2 Series

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Feb 19, 2013
     | 3,136 views

    Several weeks ago you learned there is a doctrine of “baptisms.” There at least three baptisms: position, pictorial, power.Most Christians have the first two but they lack the “Power.”

    Tongues Pt. 2 Dr. Mike Fogerson August 8th 2012 A Several weeks ago you learned there is a doctrine of “baptisms.” (Heb. 6.2) 2 Of the doctrine of baptisms, and of laying on of hands, and of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment. Heb 6:2 (KJV) 1 There at least three ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Day To Sacrifice Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Mar 18, 2013
     | 3,250 views

    Mercy, God's will, gifts

    A DAY TO SACRIFICE Romans 12: 1-8 (p789) March 17, 2013 INTRODUCTION: I have a great fear for Christians who live their lives without much difficulty….And I’m not talking about the difficulties that come as a result of living in a fallen world in a temporary body…(you ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Grace-Filled Service Series

    Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 26, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,003 views

    As we approach the subject of serving God by using the gifts that He has given us, it helps to have the right perspective about ourselves, God, others, and a sense of how each gift fits into the bigger picture of the body of Christ, the family of God.

    Grace-Filled Service Romans 12:3-8 3 For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the measure of faith God has given you. 4 Just as each of us has one body with many ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Faith That Works Series

    Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2011
     | 5,786 views

    What you believe governs what you do; if you don't do what Jesus commands, you don't really believe what he says. Or some other belief is stronger.

    As many of you know, my mother is coming to visit me in a couple of weeks. As a matter of fact, she'll be playing for the Sunday service on the 23rd. And guess what? I'm going to finish emptying out my boxes before she arrives. This is because I know my mother, and I know she'll be here. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Greg Carr avatar

    God's Body Building Program Part 4 Series

    Contributed by Greg Carr on Dec 3, 2013
     | 7,544 views

    What are the vital signs of a healthy Church?

    When does a person become a part of God’s church? When that happens you are not automatically a part of a local church body. You are a part of the church as a whole. What does that mean, local church body? All around the world there are different kinds of churches, all of which have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Will Avoid The Traps Of “churchianity" Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Nov 16, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,884 views

    Church Membership, The Body, Selfishness

    I WILL – “I Will” Avoid the Traps of “Churchianity” 1 Corinthians 12:12, 27-28 (pg. 799-800) November 22, 2015 Introduction: I need to openly tell you I stole this title from Thom Rainer’s book “I Will.” There is no such word as ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fitting In?

    Contributed by Chris Beam on Jun 1, 2015
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,608 views

    One of the greatest desires that people have is to fit in. It doesn’t matter whether you’re young, old or in-between, we see it in every area of life.

    FITTING IN? 1 Corinthians 12:12-26 (Pass out puzzle pieces) Today I want to talk to you about fitting in. Right now everyone is receiving a puzzle piece. I want you to keep this puzzle piece as a reminder that even though you each are your own individual, we all fit into a puzzle that is much ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist