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  • Johnny Carver avatar

    A Definition Christianity

    Contributed by Johnny Carver on Oct 16, 2001
    based on 21 ratings
     | 2,550 views

    This is an attempt to clear up the blurred condition in the minds of people concerning the basics of Christianity.

    Scripture: Acts 11:26 Title: “A Definition of Christianity” Introduction: What a sweet, suggestive title “Christian.” They were called after the name of Christ because they had believed on Him, and turned to Him, and were now, with full purpose of heart, living for Him. Wouldn’t it be wonderful ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Suffering In Christianity

    Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Jun 29, 2001
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,975 views

    Our purpose and Gods purpose suffering in Christianity, questioining God

    Call to worship Psalm 143 v 1&2 Old Testament Lesson Job Ch 42 vs 1 to 6 New Testament lesson Galatians Ch 5 v 16 to Ch 6 v 10 Often in our world today we see many organisations, charities and governments who seem to be in pursuit of charitable acts and good works based on Humanitarian grounds, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Christian Cosmtology

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002
    based on 14 ratings
     | 1,945 views

    Many have claim the name of Christ are putting on the cosmetics of Christianity

    DIET CHRISTIANITY PART 1 “CHRISTIAN COSMOTOLOGY” Date: April 7, 2002 AM Place: Allendale Baptist Text: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8 I have said several times “I really wish I could be one of those “Juicy Fruit” preachers, that all they do is teach, give great expositions on the Word of God and send ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Doctrines

    Contributed by Greg Smart on Oct 30, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 6,366 views

    There are some things in the Word of God that can’t be comprimised. This is a list of those things and scripture that backs it up.

    I. The Scriptures The Holy Bible was written by men divinely inspired and is God’s revelation of Himself to man. It is a perfect treasure of divine instruction. It has God for its author, salvation for its end, and truth, without any mixture of error, for its matter. Therefore, all Scripture is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    The Founder Of Christianity Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Nov 2, 2002
    based on 75 ratings
     | 5,106 views

    This is the 2nd sermon in the series "Back To The Basics". This sermon asks the question, "Who is Jesus Christ?"

    Sunday Evening October 20, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: “Back To The Basics” [#2] SLIDE 9 THE FOUNDER OF CHRISTIANITY Matthew 16:13-17 Introduction: 1. Throughout the ages men have debated and have had discussion about the Lord Jesus Christ. They have asked “Who Is Jesus?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Adversity

    Contributed by Orvel Barker on Aug 2, 2003
    based on 16 ratings
     | 4,929 views

    Adversity is to be expected in the life of a Christian, but how we handle adversity will determine it’s effect and outcome in our life.

    Intro: Paul’s main emphasis here seems to be that God has opened a door for effective ministry and that he has faced much opposition. Opposition was not new to Paul neither is it uncommon for any believer, for the Bible tells us that we have an adversary the devil, who goes about as a roaring ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "Christian Perfection"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 5, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 6,676 views

    Is there such a thing?

    Philippians 3:4-14 "Christian Perfection" By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Michelangelo was once putting what appeared to be the finishing touches on a sculpture when a friend dropped by for a visit. Days later, the friend dropped by again and ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Just Be Christians

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Oct 7, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 3,329 views

    Too many of God’s children try hard to be something they are not. God wants us to just be christians.

    JUST BE CHRISTIANS Luke 17:10 INTRO. Generally speaking, there seems to be mainly 3 kinds of church members: 1. Those who mostly moan about what can’t be done; 2. Those who mostly brag on what has been done, in the past; 3. Those who don’t care one way or the other. Some believe God demands ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    A Christian Identity Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 11, 2002
    based on 64 ratings
     | 9,335 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the series "Back To The Basics". This sermon ask the question "What is a Christian?"

    Sunday Evening October 13, 2002 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: ¡§Back To The Basics¡¨ [#1] SLIDE 13 A CHRISTIAN IDENTITY Galatians 2:20 Introduction: 1. In anything that we do, whether it is working, playing sports, or spiritual things; in order to get better or grow in what you are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Rodney Byrd avatar

    What Is A Christian?

    Contributed by Rodney Byrd on Jul 12, 2001
    based on 66 ratings
     | 11,180 views

    The term Christian is often used loosely my many different people. This sermon discusses the traits of "true" Christians.

    I was reading a great book the other day that gave me the inspiration for this sermon. It discussed ways of growing as a Christian. It really opened my eyes to how ambiguously some people viewed the question, "What is a Christian?" This is a question that has been asked by many people, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Wanna Be Christians

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 30, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 2,779 views

    Three people think they wanna be a follower of Jesus; but, only when it is convenient for them to do so.

    Luke 9: 51 – 62 Wanna Be Followers Intro: Sinclair Lewis, the great 20th century writer was once scheduled to a give an hour-long speech about writing to a group of college students who planned to be writers. Lewis stepped to the podium and asked a question: “How many of you want to be ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Ray Pritchard avatar

    Ballistic Christianity

    Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Jul 5, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 6,794 views

    If God ever truly begins to do things we’re not used to, the world as we know it will be turned upside down.

    Ballistic Christianity Matthew 9:35-38 It must have been about twenty-two years ago that our family attended a week-long Bible conference at a Christian conference center near North Platte, Nebraska. A family in the church I pastored in Garland, Texas paid for all our expenses so we could make ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Characteristics Of A Christian Series

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 5, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,218 views

    Looking at 2 Timothy we see four anologies to a Christian that we can use for our life.

    Introduction 1 You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. Grace- Grace is the empowering of God enabling me to be what God created me to be and to do what He has called(destined for) me to do. Not something I dream up not something I deserve. Not merely unmerited ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Samuel Stone avatar

    Christian Clothing

    Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,399 views

    A New Year sermon based on the lectionary text.

    Colossians 3:12-17: As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. 13 Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lordf has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. 14 ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Mark Roper avatar

    Cosmetic Christianity

    Contributed by Mark Roper on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,721 views

    We look good on the outside, but are we pure on the inside?

    Cosmetic Christianity Hab 2:4 KJV We are too busy to pray, and so we are too busy to have power. We have a great deal of activity but we accomplish little; many services but few conversions; much machinery but few results. - R. A. Torrey These are these symptoms of a Cosmetic Christianity, we can ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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