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  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    After The Honeymoon Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 24, 2015
     | 5,130 views

    If we are going to sustain our faith, we need to guard against some deceitful myths.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • I hope the past three weeks have been a blessing to you as you strive to deepen your relationship with Jesus. • We could have easily ended this series last week excited about going into a season of spiritual training where you studied your Bible, prayed ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What It Means To Be A Christian

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 6,630 views

    "The Disciples were called Christians First at Antiioch."

    What It Means to Be a Christian Acts 11:19-26 Verse 26c “The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch.” The US News reported on a poll taken in America. People across America were asked the question? “Are you a Christian?” 86% said, “Yes I am.” If you asked the same people what it ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Politically Correct Christians

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 22, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,883 views

    This message examines the issues around being politically correct when it comes to public display of Christianity.

    Politically Correct Christians Scriptures: Matthew 5:14-16; 28:19-20 Introduction I was leaving a meeting recently and as I left I wished a fellow worker a very “Merry Christmas”. Immediately with the focus of being politically correct, I wondered if I may have offended him, especially if he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Onward Christian Soldiers

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 11, 2023
     | 5,800 views

    We are in a war between God & Satan; the God of peace & light versus the prince of darkness.

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Ephesians 6:11-12; 17:6; Mark 16:16 INTRO. We sometimes sing the hymn that begins with these words: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Marks Of A True Christian Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
     | 912 views

    In Romans 13:8-14, Paul continues his theme of Christian conduct in the world, emphasizing love as the foundation of all relationships, particularly how believers should interact with their neighbors and the world at large.

    The Marks of a True Christian December 18, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 13:8-14 Introduction How does the rest of the world and even the people who know you in your neighborhood, work, or school know that you are a Christian? In Romans 13:8-14, Paul continues his ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    What A Christian Does

    Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Jun 2, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,357 views

    What a Christian Does

    Dean Michael seemed to be a precious, happy and healthy 18 month old. Yet when he tried to walk he seemed to experience a great deal of pain. He often limped and cried out when he tried to totter across the floor. Other times the pain upon his little face was overwhelming his parents would ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    The Basis Of Christian Fellowship Series

    Contributed by John Gullick on Apr 11, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 7,212 views

    A sermon that explores unique componants of christian fellowship

    Friendships/ What are they based on. Some years ago I went out to dinner with some Christian friends - in fact a lot of Christian friends - it was a great night one that will stand in our memories probably for the rest of our lives. I have vivid memories of laughter and happiness - jokes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    A Soft And Effeminate Christianity

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Nov 28, 2004
    based on 55 ratings
     | 4,941 views

    Sometimes love is pointed and hurts.

    A SOFT AND EFFEMINATE CHRISTIANITY HORATIUS BONAR ON BIBLICAL REPROOF AND CORRECTION - Circa 1890 "There is some danger of falling into a soft and effeminate Christianity, under the plea of a lofty and ethereal theology. Christianity was born for endurance; not an exotic, but a hardy plant, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Ethics At A Glance Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 4, 2021
     | 3,029 views

    Christians are supposed to stand out from others in their ethics, but sometimes we need both direction and permission to be different. Paul does this by means of several bullet points.

    Christian Ethics At-a-Glance (Romans 12:14-21) 1. The Law Professor specialized in teaching ethics: “You’re currently failing your ethics course,” he told me. So I slipped him a $200 in crisp bills across the table. “How about now?” I asked. The professor pocketed the money and said, “Still ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Secret To Christian Success

    Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Apr 5, 2006
    based on 25 ratings
     | 7,658 views

    To help believers to understand and live a successful life for God.

    DATE THE SECRET TO CHRISTIAN SUCCESS Mark 4:34. Mr 4:34 But without a parable spake he not unto them: and when they were alone, he expounded all things to his disciples. (KJV) INTRODUCTION: I recently preached this sermon at the church I pastor and I presented to them as a matter of desparation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    The Dangers Of Christian Drifting Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 3, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,540 views

    Well just like the warning signs that we see today on our roads, on our medicine… and on so many other things in our society… God has posted warning signs along the road of life so that the believer can avoid danger…

    Sermon Brief Date Written: June 5, 2006 revised on May 29, 2008 Date last preached: June 01, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Our Great Savior! Sermon Title: The Dangers of Christian Drifting! Sermon Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 READ PASSAGES HERE So let’s read our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Tow avatar

    Progressive Christianity In Scripture

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 3, 2023
     | 3,824 views

    Under the cover of social justice and love, the Progressive Christianity movement rejects New Testament doctrine, substituting its own standards for the moral standards taught by the apostles. This message addresses the error and calls God's people to remain true to Traditional Christianity.

    Intro Today we will address a popular movement known as Progressive Christianity. Its adherents describe this movement as being “characterized by a willingness to question tradition, acceptance of human diversity, a strong emphasis on social justice and care for the poor and the oppressed, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Michael Martin avatar

    Second Mile Christianity

    Contributed by Michael Martin on Sep 9, 2006
    based on 18 ratings
     | 16,557 views

    The First Mile is Your Duty; We Are to Walk the Second Mile for Christ.

    (Mat 5:38-41) "And whosoever shall compel thee to go a mile, go with him twain." Israel, during the time of Christ, was under Roman rule. They were their oppressors, and were hated by the Jews. One of the most hated of Roman laws: The one that would allow a soldier to force a person to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ghetto Fabulous Christian

    Contributed by La Juana Morris on Jan 16, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 8,185 views

    Being What God Desires

    Let’s look at the definition of Ghetto – initially it referred to an area that a specific racial or ethnic background resided, be-it voluntary or involuntarily pushed into a seclusion type scenario. Historically it referred to Jews who lived in Venice formed from the Latin word Glittu – which was ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • James Parker avatar

    Phebe A Christian Example Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Mar 13, 2011
     | 7,379 views

    In these two short verses we see a description of Phebe as well as what every christian should be.

    Women of The New Testamanent Phebe "An Example" We have been looking at women of The New Testament over the past several weeks. Last week we considered two sisters, Martha & Mary. We learned from both sisters some important lessons. Martha was a worker, we need Martha’s in the church. We need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist