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  • Jerry Cosper avatar

    Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Joy

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2015
     | 3,353 views

    Every Christian has the capacity of joy within their lives because the Holy Spirit dwells within them.

    We have spent time discussing the 8 beatitudes that Jesus says we are to have in order to be a better Christian. Then we began to look at the fruit of the spirit as outlined by Paul in Galatians 5: 22-23. Tonight, we take a look at JOY. One guy claims that his wife hasn’t spoken to him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Christianity: Fruit Of Kindness

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 30, 2015
     | 6,713 views

    The Lord wants to make a difference in our world today through our acts of kindness.

    Mamie Adams always went to a certain branch post office in her town because the postal employees there were always friendly. One day, she went there to buy stamps and the lines were very long. Someone told her that there was no need to wait in line...because there was a stamp machine in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Goodness Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015
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     | 5,547 views

    GOODNESS IS DOING THE RIGHT THING FOR THE RIGHT REASON

    What determines the value of something? A child may think that a quarter is worth more than a dollar bill because the quarter is shiny & pretty, or that a candy bar is worth more than a handful of dollar bills because the child wants the candy more. So what really determines value? Again, we all ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Faithfulness Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015
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     | 9,941 views

    This is the difference between the fruit of faithfulness, and the gift of faith.

    We are continuing with the series on the fruit of the Spirit. “The fruit of the Spirit is . . . FAITHFULNESS . . .” Today we are looking at the fruit of faithfulness. It is very close to the spiritual gift of faith. So to make sure there is no confusion between faith and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Patience Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015
     | 7,003 views

    Patience will never be accomplished by human effort and self-control. It is only accomplished by GOD control...

    ”But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self control; against such there is no law.” A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later … “Da-ad…” “What?” “I’m ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Federal Control - A Christian Reaction

    Contributed by Robert Sickler on Apr 10, 2015
     | 4,498 views

    People have willingly allowed the government to gain influence and control over almost every facet of their lives, just because of their need to believe in the existence of a higher power who offers them succor and security.

    Federal Control –a Christian’s Reaction. Illustration The young missionary arrived early in the morning at a native village where he was to share the word of God through an interpreter. The fellowship meeting would not take place until the next day so the missionary was given time to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Christian Liberty And Conflicts With Culture

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Apr 13, 2015
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     | 6,464 views

    A mature Christian knows the limits of his liberty in Christ and understands that love is the measure of that liberty.

    Message: In this chapter of the Bible we are introduced to Christian Liberty and the responsibility of properly exercising it. How does our liberty impact those around us in the church and our culture? When are we free to do as we please knowing that what we are doing is not a sin? Is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Dangers Of Being Apathetic Christian

    Contributed by Bill Mostrales on Sep 29, 2014
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     | 4,416 views

    “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of my Father who is in heaven

    The Dangers of Being Apathetic Christian Text: Matthew 7:21-23 Intro: What is the Apathetic? Apathetic, according to merriam-webster - having or showing little or no feeling or emotion: spiritless - having little or no ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Enduring Adversity In The Christian Life

    Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 27, 2014
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     | 14,915 views

    A sermon examining the adversity that we may face in this life.

    ENDURING ADVERSITY IN THE CHRISTIAN LIFE Acts 5:17-23 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, November 5th, 2025) Have you ever experienced relief from a circumstance or situation and then weeks, months, or years later you find yourself back in the same familiar and uncomfortable situation? Some ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Facts And Actions Of The Christian Life. Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
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     | 5,113 views

    Justification Sanctification and Glorification.

    Most believers are frustrated, discouraged and defeated because we don’t know how live out Romans 6. Three “Phases” of Your Salvation: JUSTIFICATION—being set free from the penalty of sin. SANCTIFICATION—being set free from the power of sin. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    What Is Your Definition Of A Christian? Series

    Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014
     | 4,301 views

    The difference between a believer and unbeliever.

    Question: What is your definition of a Christian? 1) The difference between Believers and Unbelievers. The Mind Set. Vs. 5 Galatians 5:19-23 There is a different Lifestyle. Vs. 6 Key: Until you know the Lord you simply exist. The Attitude toward God. Vs.7 Key: The non-believer is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    4 Steps To Be A Hygienic Christian

    Contributed by John Gaston on Sep 17, 2015
     | 9,175 views

    Paul talks about having "sound" doctrine or faith (1 Tim. 1:10, Tit. 1:13,2:2, etc). The word "sound" in Greek is "hygienic" and means to be healthy. We discuss the 4 steps to being a hygienic Christian.

    4 STEPS TO BE A HYGIENIC CHRISTIAN Ps. 119:97-100 INTRODUCTION A. ALL YOU CAN EAT PLACES 1. I think that one of the wisest decisions ever made in the food industry was the idea of the “All You Can Eat Buffet.” Many restaurants only offer this option and it has proven to be very ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Law Of Moses Versus Christianity.

    Contributed by James Linders on Oct 9, 2015
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     | 6,460 views

    Are Christians bound by the Law of Moses? As a result of misinterpretations of God's word, unsubstantiated allegations AND misperceptions that arise from misguided Biblical teachings, the church is MORE divided today than EVER.

    “For it seemed good to the HOLY SPIRIT, AND to us, to lay upon you no greater burden than these necessary things: that you ABSTAIN from things offered to idols, from blood, from things strangled, and from sexual immorality. If you keep yourselves from these, you will do well. Farewell.” ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    A Christian Is... A Living Stone Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2015
     | 9,170 views

    Let's talk about the builder, the work that has been done and the work that is being done (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is..., Chapter 10, pgs. 145- 157; Outline from David Taylor, a college classmate)

    HoHum: Clinker bricks are bricks that didn’t make it. For some reason or another, they come out of the kiln misshapen or deformed. There is a church building in New York State that is intentionally built of clinker bricks. Apparently, the congregation wanted to send a message, so they build ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    A Christian Is... A Fruit Bearer Series

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 9, 2015
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     | 11,623 views

    What kind of fruit lasts? (Material adapted from Bob Tinsky's book, A Christian Is..., Chapter 13, pgs. 183- 194)

    HoHum: What would we think if we planted a fruit tree but it never bore any fruit? At best we would be disappointed. At worst we would probably be thinking, “Now where is that axe?!” Fruit trees are supposed to bear fruit, and those that don’t fail to fulfill their intended ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ