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  • Jeff Armbrester avatar

    The Virtue Of Gentleness (9 Of 10) Series

    Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Mar 24, 2003
    based on 108 ratings
     | 10,164 views

    Gentleness is possibly the most misunderstood virtue. Many people think of gentleness as being weak, timid, or passive. This is not the biblical understanding of gentleness.

    The Virtue of Gentleness (part 9) The Core Virtues of the Christian Life Galatians 5:22-23 Jeff Armbrester Have you ever watched a 2000-pound horse pull logs? A few years ago, a friend called to tell me that a man who lived over the hill from us was having some trees cut out of his yard and they ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    You Are Needed In The Kingdom Of God (You Are Unique)

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 7, 2018
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    Everyone has a unique assignment to fulfil in the Kingdom of God to push the Kingdom Agenda. Don't be a passive Christian, be an active one.

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: YOU ARE NEEDED IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD (YOU ARE UNIQUE) Acts 8:27-35 King James Version (KJV) 27 And he arose and went: and, behold, a man of Ethiopia, an eunuch of great authority under Candace queen of the Ethiopians, who had the charge of all her ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Jesus Our Present Help In Trouble PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023
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     | 1,255 views

    God is not a passive observer but an active participant in our lives, serving as our refuge, strength, and ever-present help in times of trouble.

    Good morning, family. Today, we are going to delve into the profound truth of Psalm 46:1, which tells us about the nature of our God as our refuge, strength, and help in times of trouble. The Scripture reads, "God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble." In the spirit of this ...read more

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    The New Temple PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 730 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' authority and challenges believers to question their own systems, striving to be faithful followers rather than passive observers.

    Dear beloved, there is a warmth in our gathering today, isn't there? A sense of unity, a shared understanding that we are all here to partake in the divine banquet of God's word, to be nourished and filled, to be challenged and changed. It is in this spirit of shared anticipation that we approach ...read more

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    Shame In Shechem Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 24, 2021
     | 5,470 views

    Don’t compromise in your commitment to the Lord nor with the godless culture that surrounds you, lest you be consumed by it.

    There is an old Russian parable about a hunter who came to a clearing and encountered a bear. The hunter raised his rifle to shoot when the bear said, “Wait, what do you want?” The hunter replied, “A fur coat.” “That’s reasonable,” answered the bear. “I want a full stomach. Let’s sit down and ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    The Idol Of Stoicism: Philadelphia Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jan 7, 2010
     | 3,730 views

    The Church has two options: it can be proactive and walk through the doors that are opened to it or it can wait passively and watch opportunities to come and go

    AMERICAN IDOLS: LOOKING AT OURSELVES AND OUR LOYALTIES THROUGH THE EYES OF JESUS THE FIRST SUNDAY OF THE NEW YEAR THE IDOL OF STOICISM: PHILADELPHIA REVELATION 3:7-13 Sermon Objective: The Church has two options: it can be proactive and walk through the doors that are opened to it or it can ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    The Weight Of Waiting Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Jun 7, 2024
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     | 1,176 views

    Waiting on God is not a passive state but an active preparation. During this time, we can find hope and strength in God's unfailing love and forgiveness.

    You know when you're so frustrated, and you just want to scream into your pillow? Well, God's cool with that. He wants you to be real with Him, to tell Him exactly how you're feeling. It's like He's the ultimate best friend who's always there to listen, even when it's 3 am. Imagine your feelings ...read more

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    Supernatural Shield

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 3, 2025
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    The God we serve is a supernatural shield for those who trust and obey Him. His protection is not passive but active, powerful, and ever-present.

    SUPERNATURAL SHIELD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 3:3 "But thou, O LORD, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head." Supporting Texts: Psalm 91:4; Proverbs 30:5; Genesis 15:1; Ephesians 6:16; 2 Samuel 22:31 INTRODUCTION: Life is full of battles — seen and ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lord Takes Us To Obedience School Series

    Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 20, 2003
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     | 4,253 views

    There are different ways to "encourage" obedience. As we study Christ’s Active and Passive Obedience, God teaches us obedience to the Law through the Gospel.

    The Second Sunday of Easter I John 5:6a The philosophy for dog obedience training has changed quite a bit in the last few decades. It used to be that many dog obedience schools operated by teaching the dog, “you better obey me, because I’m your master. And if you don’t obey me, bad things will ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Stuck In Bed Series

    Contributed by Chip Monck on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,366 views

    This is the third in a series exploring keys to living a life of freedom and spiritual victory in 2007. This message explores a spirit of passivity that can keep us from the battle.

    (Extensive inspiration and quotation for this sermon taken from "This Day We Fight" by Francis Frangipane.) All right. . .here we go. We have been building block upon block over the past three weeks. Taking steps towards a declaration that this year we win! Week #1 – We followed up Christmas by ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Breaking The Yoke Of Lukewarmness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 24, 2025
     | 42 views

    Lukewarmness is a spiritual disease that renders believers ineffective in their walk with God. It is a passive state of heart that neither completely rejects nor passionately pursues the things of God.

    BREAKING THE YOKE OF LUKEWARMNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 3:15-16 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:11, Matthew 24:12, 2 Timothy 3:1-5, Hebrews 12:29 INTRODUCTION: Lukewarmness is a spiritual disease that renders believers ineffective in their walk with God. It is a passive state ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Chris Miller avatar

    Hail That Will Get Your Attention Series

    Contributed by Chris Miller on Mar 21, 2018
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     | 9,301 views

    The Bible talks about three types of listeners: active, passive, and forgetful. Only one leads to blessing and life, so it is imperative it is the type of listening we do.

    Introduction There is a Peanuts comic strip where Peppermint Patty and her friend are walking to school. Peppermint Patty says, “I think I’m going to ask to be Mary in the Christmas pageant.” Her friend replies, “The teacher already asked me.” Patty says, “I think I’m going to ask today.” “She ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Determined Believers Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 16, 2007
     | 3,921 views

    Serving God means more than passive compliance; it also takes proactive zeal. This zeal shows itself in many ways, but today we will look at only two.

    Determined Believers (I Thessalonians 2:13-16) 1. Sometimes we have to create words to express concepts in the Bible, but words the Bible does not use, like The Bible, Trinity, Theology, Services, and mentoring, to name a few. 2. But, when possible, it is usually best to stick with Biblical ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Obstacles To Individual And Church Growth - Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 28, 2004
    based on 49 ratings
     | 6,707 views

    Pacifism and Passivism can be serious stumbling blocks to our progress as members of the Body of Christ. If we are to grow both need to be eliminated from of our lives and our church.

    OBSTACLES TO INDIVIDUAL AND CHURCH GROWTH PART 2 1 PETER 2:9-15 INTRODUCTION: Last week we considered three obstacles that hinder Christian growth. Today I want to examine another pair of obstacles that impede individual and corporate growth and spiritual development – Pacifism and Passivism. Both ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Nothing! I See Nothing!

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 11, 2023
     | 1,938 views

    Faith is not a passive word. Faith demands action. Have you ever had to run up the prayer mountain 7 times. RAIN, REIN, REIGN HERE GOD.

    NOTHING! I SEE NOTHING! I FEEL NOTHING! THE SAME OLD? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) IT IS A DARK DAY IN ISRAEL. THERE HAS BEEN A TERRIBLE DROUGHT. THERE WAS VERY LITTLE WATER AND ALMOST NO FOOD. KING AHAB IS VERY WICKED AND HAS TEAMED UP WITH THE ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God