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  • David Henderson avatar

    Friendship Evangelism Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022
     | 2,483 views

    Paul writes to call them to a higher standard. And to call us to a higher standard as well. There should be a difference in how we live and how the world lives.

    GOING PUBLIC “Friendship Evangelism” 1st Corinthians 3:1-10 In our text, today, Paul is addressing the church in Corinth. This is a church that Paul started around AD 50. This letter appears to have been written about 5 years later. So this is a very young church, full of men and women who are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Bibilical Deacon

    Contributed by Dwight Kennedy on Feb 22, 2018
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     | 10,237 views

    I want us to look at what the BIBLE gives as qualifications of a deacon. Also, the question sometimes comes up, "Do we really need deacons now?" I believe that stems from a misunderstanding of what a deacon should actually be.

    The church has many positions that are filled with Godly men and Godly woman, but the Bible only teaches of two offices: 1) Bishop, Elder, Overseer, or Pastor, and 2) Deacon. Churches today are filled with men who may hold the TITLE of deacon, but their lives disqualify them from actually being a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Owens avatar

    Why Behave In Church? Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Aug 29, 2022
     | 3,016 views

    The last three verses of 1 Timothy 3 are power-packed with incentive to conduct ourselves in a proper manner. Why should we behave? We should behave because of what the church is and who Christ is.

    Introduction: A. One Sunday a young child was “acting up” during the morning worship service and the child’s parents did their best to maintain some sense of order in the pew, but they were losing the battle. 1. Finally, the mother took the little fellow by the hand and walked sternly up the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    Transformed By Truth: The Wisdom From Above James 3:17-18 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 20, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 696 views

    James 3:17-18 highlights the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives.

    Transformed by Truth: The Wisdom from Above James 3:17-18 Introduction: Today, we delve into the Book of James, particularly James 3:17-18. These verses highlight the characteristics of godly wisdom and the fruit it produces in our lives. Let's read the text together from the New Living ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Keith Shuler avatar

    Enjoying Your Salvation

    Contributed by Keith Shuler on Oct 25, 2002
    based on 80 ratings
     | 4,826 views

    Maintain the internal until God changes the external...

    Enjoying your Salvation 1 Peter 1:13-16 In the previous verses the Apostle Peter focused primarily on the finished works of Christ. He focused on what the Lord had provided and acquired for the believer, thus giving us all that’s needed in order to live as successful believers. Simply said, He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    The Use Of Wealth Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 28, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 15,624 views

    The aim of this warning is to awaken all Christians who are tempted to adopt worldly goals & standards rather than God’s goals & standards. The secondary purpose is to assure suffering Christians of the Divine judgment coming upon their oppressors.

    JAMES 5:1-6 THE USE OF WEALTH / A Source of Spiritual Numbness [Amos 5:11-27/ Mt. 6:19-21] The last section dealt with arrogant self-centeredness. Arrogant self-centeredness is demonstrated by planning a future without placing God’s will first and it can lead to more dangerous possibilities. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    The Call To Resolve—part 1

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,643 views

    A particular resolve is required of God’s people/witnesses. What must God’s people resolve to maintain? Part 1 of a 3-part sermon. Christian resolve maintains God’s...

    THE CALL TO RESOLVE—PartI—Joshua 23:1-16 Faithful/Called/Chosen/Elect/Determination I knew these Siamese twins. They moved to England.... ...So the other one could drive. The twins resolved to do what was right. Christians likewise should resolve to do what is right. Joshua reminded Israel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dynamic Disciples Striving To Be Men Of Excellence

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 30, 2025
     | 277 views

    In Daniel, we find encouragement that build faith and hope, great examples worthy of imitation, and something to direct our thoughts to Christ Jesus, his death burial, resurrection and his glorious return.

    Subject: "Dynamic Disciples Striving to be Men of Excellence " Text: Daniel 1:8-21 “But Daniel was determined not to defile himself by eating the food and wine given to them by the king. He asked the chief of staff for permission not to eat these unacceptable foods. Now God had given the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Smith avatar

    Who Are You Voting For?

    Contributed by Jerry Smith on May 13, 2019
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     | 5,607 views

    As a Christian, by what standard do you measure your leadership choices?

    As a Christian, by what standard do you measure your leadership choices? By God's? By your own? By the world's? Do you make your leadership choices according to strength, money, loud music, catchy slogan or jingle, empty words, emotions, popularity? Or do you choose your leaders ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Call To Resolve—part 2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,061 views

    A particular resolve is required of God’s people/witnesses. What must God’s people resolve to maintain? Part 2 of a 3-part sermon. Christian resolve maintains God’s...

    THE CALL TO RESOLVE—II—Joshua 23:1-16 Faithful/Called/Chosen/Elect/Determination Christians should resolve to continue in what they know to be right. Joshua reminded Israel of the resolve required of God’s people/witnesses. A particular resolve is required of God’s people/witnesses. What must ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reputation Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 12, 2025
     | 290 views

    A good name is a precious asset that requires intentional effort to build and maintain.

    REPUTATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 22:1 "A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold." Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 7:1, Matthew 5:16, 1 Timothy 3:7, 1 Peter 2:12, Philippians 2:15 INTRODUCTION: Reputation is ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Doug Fannon avatar

    Holy Living In An Unholy World Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Feb 28, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,098 views

    Is our Christianity a hobby we do whenever we have time for it? Or do we take our faith seriously? Is your Christianity something you do? Or is it who you are? We are called to holiness. Do we strive for holiness in our everyday lives? All Scripture references are from the NASB.

    Is our Christianity a hobby we do whenever we have time for it? Or do we take our faith seriously? Is your Christianity something you do? Or is it who you are? We are called to holiness. Do we strive for holiness in our everyday lives? 1 Peter 1:15–16 but like the Holy One who called you, be holy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    Just Like A Mom Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,321 views

    The qualities that make a godly mother are also the qualities of godly leaders.

    Just Like A Mom 1 Thessalonians 2:6-9 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Moms, this day is for you! We salute you. We honor you. We want every one of you to know that we appreciate you. I trust your husband and children are making this ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Bobby Roger avatar

    What Is Marriage?

    Contributed by Bobby Roger on Nov 10, 2003
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,662 views

    A sermon to strenghthen our commitment to the Biblical standards of marriage.

    What Is Marriage? Gen. 1:1, 26-27; 2:18, 21-24; Mat. 19:4-6; Ephesians 5:22-32 I. IT IS AN EXACT COMMITMENT A. In Its Origination„³marriage was conceived and born in the heart of Almighty God B. In Its Onset 1. Leave„³leaving an established relationship between a mother/father and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Charles Wallis avatar

    What Is Faith? God's S.o.p.

    Contributed by Charles Wallis on Aug 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,373 views

    Faith is Standard Operating Procedure for God and His People

    What is Faith? God’s SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) Hebrews 11 Everyday we live by faith – Even non-believers have faith. Faith is more than religion, it is more than positive thinking, it is more than belief, it is more than a moment of excitement or even a onetime decision, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal