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  • David Rogers avatar

    Consequences Of Not Developing A Christian Character

    Contributed by David Rogers on Jan 8, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 6,779 views

    This sermon deals with the consequences of not developing a Christian Character.

    Consequences of not having a Godly character 1Thessalonians 5:1-11 Bro. David Rogers Last week we examined the true character of a Christian. This week as I prepared my sermon I thought about the many times I have not exhibit these characteristics. I look at other people who claim to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Real Christianity In The Real World

    Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 8, 2005
    based on 26 ratings
     | 5,604 views

    A message urging people to live authentically for Jesus.

    Real Christianity in the Real World: Living Authentically for Jesus in the 21st Century. January 9, 2005 Introduction Do you know what "buzzwords" are? They’re those words or phrases that are used in popular culture and elsewhere that are easily recognizable and have durability. For ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    What Sets Christianity Apart

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Aug 26, 2006
    based on 45 ratings
     | 40,273 views

    A Sermon on God’s grace and our response to it.

    WHAT SETS CHRISTIANITY APART Years ago, a large international conference was held of religious leaders from around the world. In the midst of the conference, a debate began about what it was that set Christianity apart from other religions. Some argued that it was God coming in the flesh that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Challenging "Me First" Christianity

    Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 27, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 3,499 views

    A look at a couple of the sayings of Jesus that go against the grain of our natural human desire to “look out for number one”.

    August 27, 2006 Dakota Community Church Challenging “Me First” Christianity Mark 9:33-35 They came to Capernaum. When he was in the house, he asked them, "What were you arguing about on the road?" But they kept quiet because on the way they had argued about who was the greatest. Sitting down, ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Fake Vs. Real Christianity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2006
    based on 81 ratings
     | 65,194 views

    Was Jesus teaching us that we can "buy" our way into heaven by doing good works?

    OPEN: One night a woman dreamed that she was having a conversation with God. She was angry about all the suffering and evil she saw around her, so she complained to the Lord. “God, why don’t You do something about all this?” God gently replied: “I did. I created you.” APPLY: Over the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Christian Life - An Exciting Adventure

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,731 views

    This message is a testimony of how God guides our life as ministers of the Gospel.

    The Christian Life—An Exciting Adventure Matthew 4:18-22 Jesus gives the invitation: “Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.” Where God Guides He provides The Christian life is an exciting adventure. I have learned over the years that ”Where God guides He provides.” When you open a ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Disappointments New Christians Face

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,731 views

    Common disappointments that new Christians face often bring discouragement to the point of giving up.

    Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 29, 2004 “Disappointments New Christians Face” I Peter 1:6-9 James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Think back to the time when you first came to the Lord and made your decision to become a Christian. You might have been a little child in Sunday school. It may have ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christianity In Context Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 10, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,829 views

    We can only understand His mercy within the context of all that He has spoken to us in the Scriptures. Be on your guard for those who misuse the message of God’s love and mercy for their own ends.

    Christianity in Context, Part-1, Luke 4:4 Introduction Have you ever been misquoted or had your words taken so far out of context that by the time you heard what someone said you said it isn’t what you said at all? As a Pastor I know that words are powerful. As I was doing some research for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Media's War Against Christians

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 13, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 9,131 views

    A look at the way the media question, denounce, or just plain ignore the good news.

    PowerPoint Available + New Slide > Transition In X Transition Out _________________________________________________ + At WAR > Mt 24:9 Then shall they deliver you up to be afflicted, and shall kill you: and ye shall be hated of all nations for my name’s sake. + Family News In Focus - sound ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Qualities Of The Christian Life.

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,323 views

    What we need to display our witnessfor Christ

    Three qualities of the Christian life. The disciples were an awkward, inharmonious group before the day of Pentecost. We could say they were a bunch of musicians that were out of tune. They had seen Jesus die. They had seen Him after He arose again. Then they saw Him descend into heaven in a ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    The Daily Christian Life Ii Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,036 views

    Part 2 in the series Power for Living. This message looks at the important question: "What controls you?" Is it our sinful nature or the Spirit of God.

    The Daily Christian Life II Power for Living, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers August 5, 2007 Text – Romans 8:9-17 Do you know what I think is the number one problem with Christians today? I think it is they do not grasp what Christ has done for them, and how he has done it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Christianity In Context Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 17, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,432 views

    The Christian message of love and redemption is easily misunderstood when it is taken out of context. As Christians, our lives are easily misunderstood when we forget to live out our faith within the context of our daily experience. Living faith, faith i

    Christianity in Context, Part-2, 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

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    Blessings Of Christians Of All Vintages Series

    Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jan 15, 2007
     | 2,528 views

    John encourages the downtrodden church

    1 John 2:12-17 October 15, 2006 The last time I preached from 1 John 2, I mentioned that John was writing to a church that was bruised and broken and possibly full of self doubt and doubt about their own faith and belief. He tries to encourage them by commending their faith and showing ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    Why I Am A Christian

    Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,786 views

    Looks at the reason to become a believer & the responsibilities that go with it. Expanded outline.

    WHY AM I A CHRISTIAN Why am I a Christian? Why do I love Jesus? There are many things I could tell you about how I came to faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. I am sure the Lord used many things and people in your life to cause you to come to know Him. 1. Material blessings - Some people come ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bart Leger avatar

    Three Marks Of An Effective Christian Series

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Jul 27, 2007
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,580 views

    What are some of the marks of an effective Christian. A look at the introduction to the letter to the Romans gives us a glimpse into the life and motives of the apostle Paul

    Three Marks of an Effective Christian A quick look at any newspaper or a few moments listening to any news broadcast reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. Especially in light of the recent school shooting at Virginia Tech. Human beings are in the hold of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible