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  • Brad Beaman avatar

    Confidence In Christ Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2004
    based on 20 ratings
     | 5,696 views

    The Power of Christ meant for Paul a confidence. For the believer the resurrection is a certain fact. It gives us confidence. This confidence in Christ is for all Christians. Not just a few, but all are meant to have this abundant power.

    Just imagine something with me today. Let’s say that a few years ago that you went out and for a nickel a share bought fifty thousand shares of stock in a company that no one really thought would do any good. Some company they called the cellular phone company. And all of a sudden that stock that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Striving For Excellence

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Aug 11, 2004
    based on 26 ratings
     | 4,594 views

    This sermon was preached at our 15th anniversary to encourage us to become all that we can be.

    Striving For Excellence 15th Anniversary 3/7/2004 Proverbs 6:6-12 Philippians 3:7-11 Text 3:12-14 Rick Let’s go to Forest Hills Park for our annual Church picnic for a moment. It’s a hot sunny day, and you notice ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Completing Joy Series

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Aug 12, 2004
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,696 views

    The only thing that really matters in life is joyously moving forward in Christ to achieve the goal of perfection.

    Many of you have probably already heard of ADD – Attention Deficit Disorder. However, many of you might not yet have heard of a new disorder that is being diagnosised. A serious illness of which I fear many of us may be suffering. It is called AAADD (Age Activated Attention Deficit Disorder). ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Dean Courtier avatar

    I Can Do Everything Through Him Who Gives Me Strength Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 19, 2004
    based on 17 ratings
     | 11,670 views

    Introducing the chapter of Romans in which he describes salvation as reconciliation, Paul says, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ (5:1 NIV). I want us to think about 5 A’s illu

    Text: "I can do everything through him who gives me strength (Phil. 4:13 Niv). Scripture Reading: Philippians 3:3-4:20 Introduction Introducing the chapter of Romans in which he describes salvation as reconciliation, Paul says, "Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jon Daniels avatar

    Setting The Right Goals In Life

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 25, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 22,155 views

    This sermon helps believers set the goals necessary to become a "champion" in their Christian life.

    “SETTING THE RIGHT GOALS IN LIFE” Phil. 3:12-21 INTRO – 2004 Summer Olympics taking place in Athens, Greece, this week. Been so much fun to watch these games and these athletes. Absolutely amazed at their abilities and dedication to their chosen sports and events. We’ve cheered them on like ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Pat Cook avatar

    Just Keep Swimming

    Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004
    based on 7 ratings
     | 4,082 views

    Prayer is hard work, but as we die to ourselves, we gain resurrection life in it.

    Philippians 3:7-14 – Just Keep Swimming Illustration: Dory encouraging Marlin to press on (from "Finding Nemo") Perseverance is an important quality in the life of a Christian. (read verses on perseverance) Perseverance comes from under going trials. In fact, it brings life as it flows from pain ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Life Is Like A Baseball Game

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 1, 2004
    based on 206 ratings
     | 37,588 views

    1- We’re on a team, so be a team player. 2- We have a coach, so listen to him. 3- We may get hurt, so what? Play anyway.

    INTRO.- Everyone should have a goal in life. Goals give motivation to our lives whether it’s the game of baseball or the Christian life. ILL.- A little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through the backyard, wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat: "I’m the greatest ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Divine Destiny

    Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004
    based on 19 ratings
     | 10,833 views

    This is the great American way to success. We hear the world telling us to, “Go for it.” We should ask ourselves, “Go for what?”

    Text: Philippians 3:4,5 and 12 Prayer: Review of last week’s teaching. Let me clear the air regarding what we should be looking for in having DESTINY for our lives. There are two types. Man’s Viewpoint As a child we may have been told we were never going to amount to much in life. Maybe we ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    All Things New

    Contributed by Steven Glover on Jun 22, 2001
    based on 38 ratings
     | 5,514 views

    The newness of the new believer.

    “All Things New” Text: Philippians 3:7-11 7. But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ. 8. Yea doubtless, and I count all things but loss for the excellency of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Citizenship Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 25, 2001
    based on 184 ratings
     | 6,645 views

    This is the 3rd sermon in the series and is a sermon describing our true citizenship as Christians which is heaven.

    Sunday Morning July 8, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM Series: Out Of This World [#3] CITIZENSHIP PHILIPPIANS 3:20-21 Introduction: 1. With this being the Sunday after the 4th of July, I am in a sense obligated to preach a patriotic type sermon; but since I am preaching a series, I am ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Do You Have Works Or Relationships.

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001
    based on 228 ratings
     | 11,984 views

    This is an expository sermon on Philippians 3:1-11 and deals with the need for a relationship to Christ, rather than trusting our good works.

    "Do You Have Works Or Relationship" 11:00 3/14/93 Text Philip3:1-11 OT Prov. 2:1-8 Luke 12:13-21 .ls2 In our New Testament reading, we met a man who was greatly blessed in terms of the material things. His work produced so much wealth, he did not know ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A New You For A New Year

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 55 ratings
     | 24,151 views

    A New Years Message

    INTRODUCTION I am the new year. I am an unspoiled page in your book of time. I am your next chance at the art of living. I am your opportunity to practice what you have learned about life during the last twelve months. All that you sought and didn’t find is hidden in me, waiting for ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Rejoice In The Lord / Put No Confidence In The Flesh Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 10,028 views

    REJOICING IN CHRIST MEANS TURNING OUR BACK ON EVERYTHING THAT WOULD EXALT OUR FLESH

    BIG IDEA: REJOICING IN CHRIST MEANS TURNING OUR BACK ON EVERYTHING THAT WOULD EXALT OUR FLESH I. (:1) REMEMBER THE COMMAND A. Point of Emphasis -- "Finally, my brethren" Carson: "What Paul is doing is picking up the theme of rejoicing he introduced in 2:17-18." Gromacki: "… designates an abrupt ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Knowing Christ In A Transforming Way Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 20 ratings
     | 4,380 views

    KNOWING CHRIST IN A TRANSFORMING WAY IS THE ONLY PURSUIT WORTHY OF ETERNITY

    BIG IDEA: KNOWING CHRIST IN A TRANSFORMING WAY IS THE ONLY PURSUIT WORTHY OF ETERNITY Gutzke: "It is tomorrow that gives special meaning to what I do today. Whatever I do today, it is tomorrow when I am going to reap the consequences." I. (:8-9) KNOWING CHRIST AS THE SOURCE OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Pressing On Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 14, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 9,666 views

    PRESSING TOWARD THE GOAL IS THE ONLY WAY TO RUN THE RACE OF CONFORMITY TO JESUS CHRIST

    BIG IDEA: PRESSING TOWARD THE GOAL IS THE ONLY WAY TO RUN THE RACE OF CONFORMITY TO JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: Walvoord: "On the one hand, discontent with one’s spiritual life can bring discouragement and unnecessary resignation to spiritual defeat. On the other hand, in overestimating one’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible