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  • Jerry Vargo avatar

    Faith...takes A Licking And Keeps On Ticking

    Contributed by Jerry Vargo on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 450 ratings
     | 146,490 views

    How to grow in Christlike Faith

    If you use any or all of this message--would you be willing to fire off a quick email to:pastorjerryvargo@juno.com? I would like to have an idea of how often my sermons are actually being preached to strengthen the Body of Christ. Thanks! Faith…Takes A Licking And Keeps On Ticking! Pastor Jerry ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Faith That Works

    Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002
    based on 134 ratings
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    James talks about three kinds of faith.

    I. Introduction a. There is a large controversy between Faith and Works. Many churches say you must have works to get to heaven, others say it is “Faith Alone” that saves. i. Paul states in Ephesians 2:8-9, “For if is by grace you have been saved through faith; and that nor of yourselves, if is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Rice avatar

    The Real Thing

    Contributed by Stephen Rice on Jun 28, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,155 views

    A challenge to live the Real Thing! Not this fake, go to church, get excited after youth camp sort of faith.

    We all know the story of Abraham and Isaac, how God told him to the mountain and sacrifice his son. Abraham proceeded as told and took Isaac up, having been asked by his son Where the lamb for the offering was, Abraham just could say that God would provide. As they reached the top, Abraham bound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Bond avatar

    Developing A Dynamic Faith Series

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Aug 19, 2002
    based on 329 ratings
     | 23,205 views

    James warns us that faith that does nothing at all is not real faith. Faith can be either dead, demonic, but God is looking for dynamic faith from His followers.

    Read Text: James 2:14-26 Over the centuries, the human race has passed along alot of wisdom from generation to generation. “Wise old sayings” are a part of every day life, and we use them without thinking. “A bird in the hand is worth 2 in the bush.” Lots of great insight into life is passed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Beware

    Contributed by Ben Bannister on Jul 4, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,153 views

    In this sermon, we are warned about three problems that Christians are often a part of.

    Text: James 2:1-13 ETS: James warns the early church not to show favoritism. ESS: There are three warnings in this passage. OSS: The Youth of MVBC will heed these three warnings. PQ: What are the warnings given in this passage? UW: Warnings Title: Beware I. Beware of showing personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Christian Life Evidence Not Mystery

    Contributed by John Baggett on Jul 12, 2003
    based on 84 ratings
     | 9,441 views

    VBS detective theme Important evidences believers have if truly a Christian. I realize the # of evidences are too lengthy for 1 sermon I choose 3 we could benefit from. Faith that produces works. Love that produces sacrifice. Dicipleship that continue

    The Christian Life EVIDENCE not MYSTERY As you look around you today you might feel as though you just stepped off a plane that landed in London. You might see a replica of Big Ben that famous tall clock or you might spy the scenery of a street side cafe similar to what one would expect to see in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    Will Your Faith Get You To Heaven?

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 4,137 views

    James is battling those who say you are saved by faith and can live as you want.

    WILL YOUR FAITH GET YOU TO HEAVEN? James 2:14-26 This is the passage that some people believe that James contradicts Paul. It seems on the surface that this is true. In Romans 3:28, Paul specifically says that a person is justified by faith without the works of the law. Yet we are told by James ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Mayor And The Tramp

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 25, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 3,869 views

    The house is almost full because there are three ways to fill up a Baptist Church.

    THE MAYOR AND THE TRAMP James 2:1 -- 13 It’s homecoming Sunday morning. The service is about to begin. The house is almost full because there are three ways to fill up a Baptist Church. A fight, a feast and a funeral. Today is feast day. At the door, two men arrive for the service. One of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    The Sin Of Partiality

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,443 views

    To note that Christians are to love all peoples.

    The Sin of Partiality Text: James 2.1-13 Thesis: To note that Christians are to love all peoples. Introduction: (1) There was a problem with favoritism/prejudice in the 1st century and there still is today in the 21st century. (2) Story: Behind the line in World War I, rest homes were operated ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Chris Hodges avatar

    Faith And Works: Complimentary Or Contradictory?

    Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 28, 2003
    based on 76 ratings
     | 4,523 views

    To prove that Biblical faith is an obedient, active faith; thus, Christians must “show their faith by their works.”

    Faith and Works: Complimentary or Contradictory? Text: James 2.14-26 Thesis: To prove that Biblical faith is an obedient, active faith; thus, Christians must “show their faith by their works.” Introduction: (1) There are those who would contend that “faith alone” is what saves an ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mike Wilkins avatar

    Formative Service Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 8, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,828 views

    Our faith is demonstrated by our service to others, and it one of the ways God forms us into mature Christians

    Habits that lead to Christian Maturity Formative Service In Lent we went through a series called “Habits That Lead to Christian Maturity”, we looked at formative reading, formative prayer, Formative Fellowship, and Formative Worship. We felt like we needed to stay with Worship for a while, so we ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    The 3 M's Of Ministry

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 22, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,377 views

    We look at the 3 M’s of Ministry: MODEL, MENTOR, MOTIVATE.

    Outline first, then Full text THE THREE M’S OF MINISTRY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DEFINE MINISTRY? DO YOU HAVE A MINISTRY? WHAT ARE THE GOALS OF YOUR MINISTRY? HOW DO YOU EVALUATE YOUR MINISTRY? ARE YOU PREPARING YOURSELF TO REACH FARTHER IN MINISTRY? DO YOU ACCEPT STATUS ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • David King avatar

    Mercy Triumphs Over Judgement

    Contributed by David King on May 21, 2002
    based on 31 ratings
     | 18,388 views

    So often we respond in Judgement but God’s mercy triumphs over judgement

    James 2 calls us not to favour one person over another. If you try to climb across a ravine whether you get 5% of the way across or 95% of the way across when you fall you still fall to the bottom of the Ravine. None of us can cross the ravine to reach God without Christ. James says Mercy ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Darren Ethier avatar

    Rahab: The Woman Who Trusted God Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 214 ratings
     | 80,876 views

    Part 3 of 6 of the series, Who’s That? Stories of little known people of the Bible. How could a prostitute be given the same honor as man like Abraham? Read her story and discover the rewards of trusting God...

    RAHAB – THE WOMAN WHO TRUSTED GOD Joshua 2:1-24 Read at beginning of service: James 2:14-26 (NIV) 14 What good is it, my brothers, if a man claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save him? 15 Suppose a brother or sister is without clothes and daily food. 16 If one of you says to him, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Michael Stover avatar

    Biblical Faith

    Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 3,579 views

    What elements are necessary for a Biblical Faith?

    Biblical faith involves 3 things: our minds, our emotions, and our wills I. Our Minds A. Biblical faith is first of all belief based on evidence 1. Christianity is firmly set in history 2. A reasonable and honest inquiry with our minds leads us to believe that the Bible is too accurate to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist