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  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Should Christians Get Involved In Politics?

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jul 18, 2024
     | 1,073 views

    As followers of Christ, we are called to be salt and light in the world (Matthew 5:13-16). This calling extends to every area of our lives, including our engagement with political and civic matters.

    Good morning, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we are going to address a topic that has sparked much debate among believers: should Christians get involved in politics? As followers of Christ, we are called to be salt and light in the world (Matthew 5:13-16). This calling extends to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Salt And Light

    Contributed by Betty Johnson on Sep 6, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 10,786 views

    A simple sermon on what it means to be "salt" and "light" in our world.

    Salt & Light Lake Bronson 8 Feb. 98 Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16 A recent secular survey, where 1300 senior executives across America were asked to list, in order of priority, what they thought was the most important characteristic within an organization. - 90% listed integrity as # 1 - 90% ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    As Iron Sharpens Iron

    Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 3, 2006
    based on 60 ratings
     | 93,331 views

    This sermon takes the wise principle of being sharpened by one another and develops what it means to be sharpened? What it takes to be Sharpened? and what are some different models to be Sharpened?

    As Iron Sharpens Iron Proverbs 27:17-19 Intro.: A. Have you ever tried to use a knife or pair of scissors only to find that they wouldn’t cut? It was probably frustrating – the problem: They needed to be Sharpened! B. Our passage today has a Biblical principle that teaches us how to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist

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    Called To Be The Salt Of The Earth

    Contributed by John Hamby on May 31, 2005
    based on 526 ratings
     | 200,570 views

    Five Qualities in which Christians are to be Like Salt.

    “Called To Be the Salt of the Earth” Matthew 5:13 “A Peanuts cartoon, showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown. She said, "Guess what, Chuck. The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck." He said, "My fault? ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Making The Most Of Our Time: A Call To Action SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 674 views

    In today's world, the church appears to be busy, but is it truly fulfilling God's mission? Are we, as a church, actively 'occupying' or merely resting on past achievements while waiting for the Lord's return? This sermon explores these questions and calls for a more proactive approach to our faith.

    When we look at the modern church, we see that it is busy as a whole. But are we truly accomplishing what God has given us? Is the church actively occupying, or are we simply resting on past achievements and waiting for the Lord's return? In Luke 19:13, Jesus called his ten servants, gave them ten ...read more

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  • Keith Manry avatar

    The Legacy Of A Man - Solomon's Father, David Series

    Contributed by Keith Manry on Jun 30, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 11,803 views

    Part 8 of a series on the Life of David - Preached on Father’s Day, 2004

    Insights from the Life of David – Part 8: “The Legacy of a Man: Solomon’s Father, David” I Kings 2:1-4, 10-12; 3:3-14 A Michigan high school senior, Kara Hewes, entered a crowded conference room to face cameras and reporters. She was about to make a public appeal to her seventy-three-year-old ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Living As An Alien Series

    Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015
     | 5,190 views

    PROPOSITION: Since Christ was faithful to His Father while living in a pagan culture, you must be faithful to Christ while living in a pagan culture.

    Living as an Alien Daniel 1 PROPOSITION: Since Christ was faithful to His Father while living in a pagan culture, you must be faithful to Christ while living in a pagan culture. I. Recognize the seductive pressures of society which entice you to conform. v. 1-7 A. A change of location ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hey! It's A Mission Field Out There

    Contributed by Ange Lacivita on May 6, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,231 views

    Training up children in the ways of the Lord. Using Proverbs 22:6 as a base. Ministering to Children is a calling from God.

    I want to first start off with something that I found and I want to read it to you about how I feel about what I do for God. It’s entitled I Minister to Children I am a minister. I minister to the largest mission field in the world. I minister to children. My calling is sure, my challenge is big, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Renew The Call

    Contributed by Michael Wiley on Nov 19, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,814 views

    This message challenges the church to renew the call from God, both as a church and as individual Christians.

    Renew the Call Michael Wiley November 16, 2008 Matthew 5:13 NOTE: The back half of this message is taken almost exclusively, from John Hamby’s message, “Called to be the salt of the earth.” Introduction: We are on the backstretch of 2008. For me, November is about “Thanksgiving” and thinking ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Decadence Of The King Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 24, 2021
     | 4,679 views

    Esther lived within the Persian Empire, an environment hostile to the Hebrew people. Although their situation seemed dire, God had a plan to preserve and prosper His people. The opening passage provides insight to the culture in Persia.

    The Decadence of the King Esther 1: 1-9 The opening chapter of Esther reveals the ungodly condition of the society in which God’s people were dwelling. It was a culture that possessed and promoted unbridled lusts and insatiable appetites. The people within Media and Persia had one goal in life: ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Being A Christian Today

    Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 11,311 views

    This sermon explores what it is like to be a Christian in a postmodern world.

    Introduction: I started reading a new book a couple of weeks ago. It’s a book written by Bill O’reilly entitled “Culture Warrior.” O’Reily who is a News Commentator for The Fox News Network believes that the United States is in the middle of a “Culture War.” According to O’Reily, the battle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Leaven-Yeast-Mt 13:33 Series

    Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Mar 7, 2003
    based on 73 ratings
     | 25,099 views

    Where the kingdom is depicted as having remarkable growth despite humble beginnings, and was probably told to reassure Jesus’ disciples that their involvement in the kingdom would not be for nothing

    THE LEAVEN-YEAST-Mt 13:33 Mt13: 33 He told them still another parable: "The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed into a large amount of flour until it worked all through the dough." INTRODUCTION Our previous study examined ‘The Parable Of The Mustard Seed’ Mt13: 31-32, Where ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Way Up Is Down Series

    Contributed by Steve Miller on Jun 4, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 15,358 views

    In the Christ’s Kingdom the Way Up is Down: To be the greatest you must become the least, and to be a leader you must become a servant.

    The Way Up is Down Matthew 20:20-28 Series: Vertigo: Discovering Your Direction through Service: 1.The Way Up is Down 2.Firm Footing 3.A Little Does a Lot 4.Inside Out Written by Steve Miller, as part of the NRHC Carolina Network (pastor@centergrovebc.org) Introduction: Do you know how if feels ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Please Pass The Salt

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Sep 19, 2018
    based on 4 ratings
     | 26,878 views

    Jesus takes a simple image – no ambiguity - no hidden meanings - nothing out of the ordinary -- just common, everyday salt. Like the parables, Jesus uses a simple, concrete object to teach the people a profound lesson about the Kingdom of Heaven.

    TITLE: PLEASE, PASS THE SALT SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 5:13 Michelle and I enjoy entertaining by preparing meals for our friends and guests. The oven is usually going or the smoker is fired up in the backyard. On Saturday mornings I enjoy cooking breakfast for the family and oftentimes have a few ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Mother's Day 2016 Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on May 9, 2016
     | 6,178 views

    how much do mothers impact the world and what must they do to have a positive impact?

    As I prepared for this message, one of the articles I read stated this “What happens in individual homes will affect society, both positively and negatively. We need to cultivate healthy and functional homes for our children.” We all live in homes and all of us will influence those in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible