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  • Darrin Hunt avatar

    Torn Between Two Loves Series

    Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 5, 2007
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    Part of a series in Philippians, we are encouraged to make Christ our life.

    Illus. 3 men discussing their funerals, what they would want people to say. •"He was a great humanitarian, an asset to his community." •"He was a great family man, loved his family." •"Look, he’s moving!" “What would you like on your tombstone”? What would you like to accomplish before you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tim Burns avatar

    To Live Is Christ Series

    Contributed by Tim Burns on Mar 20, 2007
    based on 14 ratings
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    Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life.

    Christ is to be exalted in everything we face in life. The King James Version says Christ is to be magnified. When something is magnified it is enlarged. A telescope will make an object look bigger and closer. As believers we are to be like a telescope that brings Jesus Christ closer to people. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Donald Hart avatar

    Life Defined

    Contributed by Donald Hart on Mar 21, 2007
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    What is the real purpose of life - Paul gives the answer in Philippians 1:21

    Sermon by Donald R. Hart – Antioch Christian Church, Pittsburg, Missouri – March 18, 2007 (All Scripture quoted is from the NIV unless otherwise noted) LIFE DEFINED Text: Philippians 1:12-30 INTRODUCTION How does one define life or can anyone really define life? Webster defines “life” this way ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Extraordinary Passion Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 21, 2009
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    About the courage and passion of Paul.

    My experience two weeks ago… car breaks down… towing… Michael… conversation about his life… filled the day with meaning. Then the next morning… Sandra’s experience… excited me…. But bumped into executive class with champagne hardly felt just…. Is she really God’s favorite? > Faced with issue… ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Evidence Of A Christ-Centered Life Series

    Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008
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     | 5,652 views

    If a believer has truly made Christ the center of their lives then there should be a change in their purpose, perspective of death, performance, the their personal relationships.

    #11 6-3-07 Evidence of a Christ-Centered Life Introduction, What does it mean to be a Christ-centered person? It means first that you know Christ as your Savior and then have made Him the Lord of your life. Text; Philippians 1:21-28 I. A Change in Your Purpose A. Previous goals of your ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Pass Away Series

    Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jan 14, 2008
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    First of four messages looking at eternity and the urgency and excitement we can have looking forward to it. Randy Alcorn’s book "Heaven" was used extensively for this series.

    Driven By Eternity ----- P.A.S.S Away Sunday Sermon / September 9th 2007 Intro: Heaven! Can you even imagine how awesome Heaven is? Have you ever tried to? In so doing we will find great joy and encouragement in this temporal life. I want you to join me over the next four weeks for a very ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Caged Courage Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 2, 2008
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    We can unleash our courage if we know who we are and what we are about, and if we have a proper perspective on our relationships.

    Most of God’s creatures are in some sort of cage. Animals that appear to run wild are not all that free; they have migratory patterns and other restraints on where they can go. They are caged, even when that cage is not visible. And what that cage does to their courage! The birds of the air, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Rogers avatar

    To Grow In Christ

    Contributed by David Rogers on Mar 8, 2008
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     | 8,870 views

    A message on how each of us are called to grow in Christ and live an life as a testimony to Christ.

    To Grow In Christ Philippians 1:21-30 Prayer Introduction Many go through life denying different aspects to God’s word because it does not fit into their idea of how God should think, do, or say. They say this is what God really meant or that was for then this is now and the world is different ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Crucified With Christ

    Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 18, 2008
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    Ultimately salvation is about knowing God, and commitment to Christ is about dying to self.

    Crucified With Christ, Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction On a dark and stormy night, a child was lost in the streets of a large city. A policeman found him crying in distress, and gathering enough from his story to locate the home, gave him directions after this manner. “Just go down this street ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Struggling Joy

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 22, 2008
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    How can I make sound Christian decisions?

    21For to me, living is Christ and dying is gain. 22If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me; and I do not know which I prefer. 23I am hard pressed between the two: my desire is to depart and be with Christ, for that is far better; 24but to remain in the flesh is more ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Live Lives Worthy Of God's Gospel

    Contributed by Timm Meyer on Oct 3, 2007
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     | 3,432 views

    Pentecost 18(A) - Believers can live lives worthy of God’s gospel because they are united by faith to God and other believers. This unity leads to joyfulness in faithful, godly living.

    LIVE LIVES WORTHY OF GOD’S GOSPEL (Outline) September 30, 2007 - PENTECOST 18 - Philippians 1:18b-27 INTRO: Every day you and I and everyone else in this world make choices, value judgments. According to our standards we decide what is important or not important. We judge what is ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Richard McNair avatar

    Creating Community In The Church

    Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Oct 4, 2007
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     | 6,561 views

    You can eliminate strife by focusing on HOW TO… I. PROGRESS the Gospel II. PROTECT the Gospel III. PLAN the Gospel IV. PROCLAIM the Gospel

    The Drucker Foundation for Nonprofit Management has uncovered 5 common success factors IN BUILDING Community. In analyzing 68 Non Profit Organizations, (1) The ones who have results aim at results. They have a very clear definition of and concentration on what they are trying to accomplish. (2) ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Conduct Becoming

    Contributed by Lew Slade on May 9, 2007
     | 2,062 views

    What does it mean for us to "conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ"?

    Judi and I have been doing a bit of re-decorating over the past few months – and I’m not referring to the diet we’ve been on! On a couple of occasions I have been to the Hardware shop and asked them to mix up a special colour for me. I don’t know if you’ve ever watched this being done. In case ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

  • Steve Smith avatar

    It's All About Choice Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on May 14, 2007
     | 3,479 views

    Our motive for service proves our choice of master. Paul reminds us that if our motive of service proves Christ to be our Master, then the results should be a life of bearing fruit.

    INTRODUCTION In our study last wee, taken from the 1st chapter of Philippians a verse 15, we found that “others” (15) were sharing “Christ”. Some of these were brothers whom Paul had earlier influenced and they had become more courageous and fearless in their spread of the gospel. **WOULDN’T IT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Humble Courage Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 9, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,606 views

    Courage moves us to risk ourselves for the sake of others or a higher cause. Faith and risk are inseparable.

    Philippians 1:20-27 “Humble Courage” INTRODUCTION Courage is not often connected with the Christian life. It isn’t listed in the fruits of the Spirit i.e., love, joy, peace, patience, etc. Jesus doesn’t instruct his disciples to be courageous, though he did encourage them to “take heart,” ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran