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  • Kevin Ruffcorn avatar

    Disciples Of Christ Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 2, 2008
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    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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    Following Christ

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 26, 2010
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    Following Christ means, among other things, putting God first and prayer

    RG/KB 27-06-2010 This morning, I would like to look at one verse from our Gospel reading – verse 59 where Jesus said: "Follow me." In Mt 16, Jesus elaborates on what he means by following him when he said: If any one would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Declaration Of Christ

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jun 29, 2010
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    In our passage today, we will see that Paul was set-apart to do God’s work and now He is going to make a Declaration of Christ to all he can!

    Introduction Last week, we looked at Romans 1:1 and the calling of Paul, to become a servant /slave. He set-apart by God for the gospel’s sake, to preach the Good News. In our passage today, we will see that Paul was set-apart to do God’s work and now He is going to make a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be A Loser For Christ

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 1, 2010
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    Wear the label 'Loser' proudly, when it comes by confessing Jesus and following him as you deny yourself and take up your cross.

    Text: Luke 9:18-24 Theme: Be a Loser for Christ A. By confessing him with your words B. By following him in your life Season: Pentecost 5c -- God's Names Date: June 27, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Be-a-Loser-for-Christ-Luke9_18-24.html Grace and peace to you from ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Baptism In Christ

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 9, 2010
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    What does baptism do for the believer? Does it complete our salvation? What purpose does it serve? Paul lays out just what becoming a believer means and how baptism plays into that conversion/transformation...

    Sermon Brief Date Written: August 2, 2010 Date Preached: August 8, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Special Baptism Service Sermon Title: Baptized IN Christ Sermon Text: Colossians 2:11-14 [ESV] Introduction: Salvation, for the believer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    On Mission With Christ Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 15, 2010
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    After Pentecost 120 men & women changed their world. The power is still here, & the challenge & authority are still with us. For the same power & authority that sent Jesus, is desiring to send us to change our world.

    JOHN 20: 19-23 ON MISSION WITH CHRIST [John 17:13-23] The Day of the Resurrection had been full of strange rumors and growing excitement. The news that Jesus was alive began to spread among His followers, hesitantly at first, and then with enthusiasm. Even the Apostles were not convinced by ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Vision Of Christ

    Contributed by Kevin Thacker on Jan 3, 2011
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    A summary of the vision of Christ that John saw in Revelation 1:9-18

    A VISION OF CHRIST by Kevin Thacker Revelation 1:9-18 Imagine for yourself being placed in a cell alone in a prison that is on an island. Well, that is exactly where John is right now. The Isle of Patmos is a small island just off the coast of Turkey in the Aegean Sea. The Romans have created a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Freedom In Christ Series

    Contributed by Tom Owen on Jan 14, 2011
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     | 8,526 views

    verse by verse through Acts

    If you were to ask most people what they think is the greatest thing about being an American, they’d probably say that the best thing about being an American is having freedom. We love living in the United States because here we are free. Being an American citizen means we are politically ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ambassadors For Christ

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jan 21, 2011
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    The Apostle Paul lived in the body as an ambassador. Every Christian should feel that way. We anxiously await the coming of the Lord but, in the meantime, we have a message, "be reconciled to God," a mission to the entire world, and the motivating love of

    Ambassadors For Christ 01/10/10 AM Text: II Corinthians 5:18-21 Introduction Bible scholar and author William Barclay wrote of an ambassador in Roman times and noted two things about the office. 1. He was an administrator sent by the Emperor to a conquered land. His commission was from the Emperor ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Love Of Christ

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 10, 2010
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    We are proven His followers when the love our Master taught, practiced, and proved for us is reflected in our lives and shines through us to this world.

    The Love of Christ 04/26/09 AM Text: Philippians 2:3-8 INTRODUCTION ILL: TV scene of spoiled rich kid (the one who has been given all the advantages but rebels against their parents.) We recognize this caricature of a person because we all feel that there should be reciprocity of goodness that a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Return To Christ

    Contributed by Tom Tarpley on May 15, 2010
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    Christ holds it all together.

    Return to Christ Colossians 1:15-23 My job is not an easy one. As the spiritual leader of this congregation, my job is to Preach, teach and equip you for the work of the Lord. My job is to encourage, to motivate, to inspire and help you grow in your personal relationship with Jesus Christ. There ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Christianity Is Christ

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 7, 2010
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    How you live is what you are.

    CHRISTIANITY IS CHRIST Acts 2:36 Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made the same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ. Every unscriptural Religion can stand on its formulas without the founder. But if you take Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ Crucified Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 24, 2010
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     | 12,793 views

    We preach Christ crucified. I. Christ crucified - REJECTED II. Christ crucified – ACCEPTED

    Christ Crucified Our text for today is found in First Corinthians chapter one. Follow along with me as I read: “We preach Christ crucified, a stumbling block to the Jews and foolishness to the Gentiles. Yet to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ is God’s power and God’s wisdom.” 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Freedom In Christ Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 28, 2010
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     | 12,326 views

    What is Christian freedom?

    [To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] PRECIOUS FREEDOM “It’s a free country!” “Everyone has the following fundamental freedoms: (a) freedom of conscience and religion; (b) freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Wounds Of Christ

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 18, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 11,333 views

    Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. Bruised, Wounded, Smitten! Have you ever stopped to consider the wounds He received in His substitutionary death for you and me.

    The Wounds of Christ Isaiah 53:5 Within a few days from the Triumphal Entry, the exaltation of Christ by the crowds would quickly give way to untold suffering and the angry shouts of a mob saying “Crucify Him!” Christ’s reprehensible suffering is prophesied in the Old Testament. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist