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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    The Divisive And The Godly Minister

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 13, 2012
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    This is the very reason that this 3rd letter of John was written. There was a divisive leader in the church who was causing serious problems. In writing, John covers the traits of the divisive leader and he tells us how to handle him.

    A divisive leader is one of the most serious problems to ever confront a church. When a church has within its ranks a divisive leader, the very life and ministry of the church are threatened. A divisive leader always carries a church through one of its most traumatic experiences. He usually ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Godly Love And Hate

    Contributed by Jon Lipka on Mar 4, 2012
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     | 5,648 views

    Our love of God, if deep and true, must needs exclude--and therefore hate--all things that draw us away

    “Love, love, love, love. Christian hear this is your call. Love your neighbor as yourself, for God loves us all.” Christians hear a lot about love. Today’s New Testament and Gospel readings are the standard texts on love, maybe throw in John 3:16 and 1 Corinthians 13, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Howard Strickland avatar

    The Way Of The Godly Verses...

    Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 13, 2013
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    In Psalm 1, we have a plea for a deeper, more solid, more productive walk with God. The person that has a close walk with God is called Blessed! (Happy, Fortunate and to be envied.) So, how can we make the most of our walk with God? How can it become a

    The Way of the Godly Verses... Psalm 1:1-6NLT INTRODUCTION A young man was learning to be a paratrooper. Before his first jump, he was given these instructions: 1. Jump when you are told. 2. Count to ten and pull the ripcord. 3. In the unlikely event that your chute doesn’t open pull ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Troubles Of A Godly Teenager Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Apr 6, 2013
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    Joseph was only seventeen when his brothers sold him into slavery. He faced many struggles that are common for young people today. We can learn from his struggles and victories.

    Sermon Notes April 7, 2013 FBCam The Troubles of a Teenager Genesis 37:1-11 What were you up to when you were seventeen? For me, it was my first year at Bible College. I was a year younger than Kim who attended when she was 18. At 17 Kim was enjoying her senior year of High school, like most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jason Smith avatar

    Exercising Towards Godliness

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013
     | 10,648 views

    Godliness is not something that happens over night. It takes work and discipline. It takes exercise!

    Do you remember the last time you left a service all fired up to change? You were determined to be different. "This time," you said, "I mean it; I am going to become the person that God wants me to be!" "No Really! I'm going to change! I won't give in to that temptation. I will read my Bible every ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Living As A Godly Wife Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2013
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    A godly wives beauty is seen in her inner character.

    Living As A Godly Wife Text: 1 Peter 3:1-6 Introduction 1. Illustration: All of the charms and beauty a woman may have amounts to nothing if her ambitions are self-centered. But if she reflects her creator and assumes the posture of a graceful servant, she cannot not help but command high respect ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Living As A Godly Husband Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 28, 2013
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    Husbands are to love their wives just has Christ has loved us.

    Living As A Godly Husband Text: 1 Peter 3:7 Introduction 1. "God intends and expects marriage to be a lifetime commitment between a man and a woman, based on the principles of biblical love. The relationship between Jesus Christ and His church is the supreme example of the committed love that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Michael Luke avatar

    Choose Godly Leaders Series

    Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016
     | 9,175 views

    One of the most important thing for a growing church is their need for godly leadership.

    Last Sunday, we began this new series of messages called Grow, Church, Grow! We’re spending the next several weeks studying Paul’s letter of instruction for his young protégé named Titus – the person for whom the writing is named. Titus is ministering on an island ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Evidence Of Godly Love Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 24, 2016
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    Love is a powerful force and motivator in our lives. Love compels us to act, affecting our lives and our behavior toward others. Love motivated Christ to bear our sin on the cross. Genuine love has the power to transform lives.

    The Evidence of Godly Love 1 John 4: 17-21 There are three words we never tire of hearing: I love you. No doubt we all have spoken those words many times in our lives, and I am sure we have been sincere, hopefully most of the time. I do fear there are times when words are empty though. We may ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Characteristics Of A Godly Family

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on May 21, 2015
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    To show that we have been established by GOD as a family and we acknowledged GOD as the Center of our family and the characteristics are discussed in details from an SM (secret message)

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have a godly family? Yes. It's established by GOD. Ephesians 3:15 For Whom every family in heaven and on earth is named [that Father from Whom all fatherhood takes its title and derives its name]. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Lay Man avatar

    The Godly Practice Of Submission

    Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015
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     | 3,549 views

    Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good. - Titus 3:1 The topic of submission to authority is one that is not very popular especially in the modern american Church. Many are taught th ..

    Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good. - Titus 3:1 The topic of submission to authority is one that is not very popular especially in the modern american Church. Many are taught that it is more spiritual and holy to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Godly Zip And You Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 13, 2011
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     | 6,659 views

    A grouchy, closed-minded, stingy mentality works against you. A cheerful, open-minded, generous mentality will bring you many blessings in this life and in eternity.

    Godly Zip and You (Proverbs 18:14-16) 1. Jean Paul, a Cajun, moved to Texas and bought a donkey from an old farmer for $100. The farmer agreed to deliver the donkey the next day. The next day the farmer drove up and said, “Sorry, but I got some bad news. The donkey died.” “Well then, just give me ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Michael Stark avatar

    A Godly View Of Motherhood

    Contributed by Michael Stark on May 9, 2010
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    An exposition of the 113th Psalm that concludes with one of the strongest demonstrations of God’s grace and goodness--mothers.

    PSALM 113:1-9 A GODLY VIEW OF MOTHERHOOD “Praise the Lord! Praise, O servants of the Lord, praise the name of the Lord! “Blessed be the name of the Lord from this time forth and forevermore! From the rising of the sun to its setting, the name of the Lord is to be praised! “The Lord is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Greg Addison avatar

    The Actions Of A Godly Servant

    Contributed by Greg Addison on May 2, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 13,801 views

    Here is a message that uses the life and actions of Nehemiah as a lesson to challenge and teach the true nature of a servant. This message would work for either dicsipleship or as a challenge for an ordination service.

    THE ACTIONS OF A MAN GOD USES One of the greatest issues facing the church today is the dearth of leadership. There has never been a greater need for God called, God inspired, God equipped leadership. God has however taught us all we need to learn about leadership in the Bible. He has also ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Crandall avatar

    Funeral For A Godly Woman

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 26, 2012
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     | 43,833 views

    1. Thank God for her devotion to her family. 2. Thank God for her demonstration of her faith. -She rejoiced in serving. -She relied on the Scripture. -She gave reverence to her Savior.

    Funeral for a Godly Woman: Mrs. Opal Self Proverbs 31:10-31 Sermon by Rick Crandall Kilpatrick / McClendon Baptist Church - Aug. 10, 2012 *We are going to miss Opal Self. It is always hard to lose someone we love, especially when that someone is someone like Opal. But in the midst of our grief, we ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist