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  • Ajai Prakash avatar

    Following Christ

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jan 22, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,002 views

    When we consider what Christ desires from us we feel uneasy. Our relationship with Him affects all our other relationships ... For some of us these demands may seem too hard to achieve. We are afraid of whole-hearted obedience to Christ will cost us.

    Opening illustration: S. I. McMillen, in his book None of These Diseases, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she wrote, "No," and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Christ The Friend PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 897 views

    This sermon explores God's love, our unity in Christ, and the call to extend this love to others, as guided by the Holy Spirit.

    Dear brothers and sisters, welcome. I am delighted that you've chosen to join us today, as we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to consider the profound truths that He has revealed to us in His Word. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in the depths of God's love, the ...read more

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    Christ's Bride

    Contributed by Pastor Steve Zimmerman on Apr 29, 2011
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,253 views

    This sermon explores the true meaning for being the Bride of Christ. We believers are, in essence, wed to Christ through our committment as believers.

    Christ’s Bride How many people watched the Royal wedding? The history made that day will stay in the minds of over two billion people who watched this young couple get married – the future King of England and his bride. I was intrigued with the service – how it was ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Alive In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 29, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,883 views

    Based on Colossians 2:6-15 - Shows hearers the evidence of being alive in Christ.

    “ALIVE IN CHRIST” Colossians 2:6-15 FBCF – 7/28/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – What does it mean to be a Christian? Being a Christian is more than just praying a prayer at some point in your life. It’s more than a one-time decision. It’s more than filling out a card at the end of a church service. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Abiding In Christ

    Contributed by David Yarbrough on Aug 6, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 16,768 views

    Our number one goal must be our relationship with Christ, staying with Him, obeying His commands and living in His love.

    Intro: An older sister was sitting next to her younger brother in Church one Sunday morning unsuccessfully trying to keep him still and quiet. Finally she said, “I wish you would calm down.” “I can’t”, he said, “it’s just so boring.” With that his sister turned and said, “It’s supposed to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 4, 2010
    based on 14 ratings
     | 42,609 views

    Christ commanded us to love one another even as He loves us. For us to know how to love each other we must understand the character of the rich deep love that Jesus Christ that Paul describes in Ephesians 3 as surpassing knowledge.

    The Love of Christ John 15:9-17 Christ commanded us to love one another even as He loves us. For us to know how to love each other we must understand the character of the rich deep love that Jesus Christ that Paul describes in Ephesians 3 as surpassing knowledge. I. His love is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Compassion Of Christ

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Jul 18, 2015
     | 5,418 views

    When we come to a deserted place, God welcomes us with his healing grace and peace. He renews us and sends us out to share his gifts with the world. When we get tired, we come to God for rest and refreshment, and then the cycle continues.

    How many of you have had days where you’re rushing from one appointment, event or chore to another without having time to get rest or have a decent meal? How many of you have had days that have been so busy that you didn’t have time to cook and instead went to a fast food restaurant? ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Nkwor Sunday Sunny Azuka Onyekachukwu on Oct 19, 2024
     | 713 views

    Christ will forever be our perfect example. Emulating and having the mind of Christ always surely will help every believer to achieve their goal of making it to heaven.

    THE MIND OF CHRIST Philippians 2:5-7 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men: Jesus is our ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Wonder Of Christ Series

    Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,143 views

    Second in a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us.

    The Wonder of Christ Text: Isaiah 9:6 He is wonderful in His birth A. It was a prophetic birth 1. Gen. 3:15 predicts He would be born of the seed of a woman. (fulfilled in Gal. 4:4) 2. Isaiah 7:14 predicts He would be born of a virgin (fulfilled in Matt. 1, Luke 1) 3. Ps. 2:7 predicts He would be ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Owen on Jul 1, 2017
     | 9,999 views

    Jesus came to set us free from the slavery sin brings and to bring us into the family and Kingdom of God.

    FREEDOM IN CHRIST In the 1700s, Great Britain was the most powerful nation on the earth. It had the strongest armies and all the navies of the earth combined couldn’t match the British Navy. One thing we don’t talk about much, though, is that Britain was giant bully. They conquered most of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Disciples Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 2, 2008
     | 4,290 views

    Jesus calls his people to discipleship--the daunting response to his love of denying ourselves, taking up our cross, and following Jesus.

    Matthew 16:21-28 “Disciples of Christ” INTRODUCTION People say shocking things at times. • The famous evangelist, Billy Graham, was shocked at the language used by President Richard Nixon on the infamous “White House Tapes.” Rev Graham had believed that that Nixon was a strong Quaker ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    United In Christ

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 79 ratings
     | 7,065 views

    True unity comes only through Christ

    United in Christ Philippians 2:1-11 April 12, 1998 Sunrise Service I. Unity in Spirit and Purpose A. Benefits of believers 1. Encouragement: We have encouragement because we are united with christ, our relationship with God is therefore restored and renewed, it is Christ who encourages us to ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    For Christ Died...

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 3, 2001
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,628 views

    Salvation message focused on 1 Peter 3:18

    For Christ Died… 1 Peter 3:18 Introduction It’s baseball season, as you well know, and I am having a fine time listening to my Minnesota Twins win as they have been so far. I should have warned you a long time ago, that sometimes, baseball will lend itself to sermon illustrations. And this ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    If Christ Be Not Risen Series

    Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 19, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,545 views

    Our hope is not built on opinions, but upon facts. For the facts see v. 1-11. Paul wrote to “refute” those who would “dispute” the resurrection.

    IF CHRIST BE NOT RISEN I CORINTHIANS 15:12-19 INTRODUCTION: Our hope is not built on opinions, but upon facts. For the facts see v. 1-11. Paul wrote to “refute” those who would “dispute” the resurrection. When you strike at the resurrection you are striking at the heart of Christianity. No ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ In Context

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Mar 24, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,437 views

    Christ came into our context and gave us the supreme example of living our lives of following Him within the context of where God has placed us!

    Christianity in Context, Luke 4:4, I Corinthians 9:19-23 Introduction The Reverend Billy Graham tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach a sermon. Wanting to mail a letter, he asked a young boy where the post office was. When the boy had told him, Dr. Graham ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church