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The Onward Christian Soldier

Contributed by Marty Hopkins on Oct 17, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 18,671 views

God has equipped the believer with His armor to use in the spiritual battles we face every day.

The Onward Christian Soldier (Ephesians 6:10-20) Well folks, it’s great to be back with you tonight. It’s a real joy to be with those who love the Lord Jesus and love each other. I believe when we come to God’s house that this should be a place where we can enjoy each other’s company and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Leading A Christian Life

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 6, 2005

based on 5 ratings

| 5,237 views

Sermon discussing the first 4 "blessed" phrases in Matthew 5:1-12. Touches on the Greek background of this passage. What does the word "blessed" mean? How does God want us to be?

Grace, mercy, and peace be unto you from God our Father in Heaven, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit who keeps us steadfast in our faith. Amen. Today we celebrate All Saints Sunday with the beginning of Jesus’ Sermon on the mount. As we examine this message from Matthew, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritually-Wise Christians Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 10, 2005

based on 27 ratings

| 8,988 views

Grasping for the wisdom of God involves being attentive to Jesus’ voice, meditating on what He says, obeying His words that give life and enduring in His calling upon our lives.

Title: Spiritually-Wise Christians Theme: Grasping the Wisdom of God “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” (James 1:22) A trusting relationship is what enables the child of God to walk in the wisdom of God Bible teacher and preacher Leslie ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Happy Christian?

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 10, 2005

based on 34 ratings

| 20,324 views

We get upset and walk around focusing on those things that do not go the way we want them to. But is being unhappy what God wants for us?

All of us want to be happy in our lives, don’t we? That might be one reason a person would go to church; to find happiness. But have you ever really thought what happiness includes? Happiness includes a feeling of peace within your heart. Happiness includes a feeling of calmness when all around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: *other

Fully Equiped Christians

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 22, 2005

based on 15 ratings

| 3,494 views

learn what to add to your Faith in order to be a fully equiped Christian.

2 Peter 1:3-1:11 “But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, 6 to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, 7 to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love. 8 For if these things are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Christian Snob Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 29, 2005

based on 59 ratings

| 45,221 views

Fourth in a series on James. Deals with the fact that there are a number of ways in which favoritism shows up in the church today.

A Study of the Book of James Sermon # 4 “Are You A Christian Snob?” James 2:1-13 Let me open this morning’s message by asking you a question, “Are you a Christian snob? Before you answer that question too quickly ask ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Christian Success

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Apr 5, 2006

based on 25 ratings

| 7,596 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

Scripture: Mark 4:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God For Christians

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 18, 2006

based on 14 ratings

| 5,618 views

Look at the Armor for every Christian

The Full Armor of God for Christians Ephesians 6:10-6:18 by: Rodney A. Fry – Pastor of New Hope Baptist Church INTRODUCTION It was the first day of soccer practice and the coach handed a ball to each player. “Boys,” he said, “I want you to practice shooting on the goal from the spots you might ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Christian Maturity?

Contributed by Tom Blasco on Apr 18, 2006

based on 16 ratings

| 34,628 views

How can we tell if someone is spiritually mature or not? How can we tell if one is really spiritual or not? The bible gives us a simple, straightforward and overlooked way we can tell.

What is Christian Maturity? Introduction As we grow and mature, there are four stages of growth and development 1. Infancy 2. Childhood 3. Adolescence and 4. Adulthood We can look at someone and tell how physically mature they are In the Christian life, there are two stages not four They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cheer Up, Christian!

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 7, 2006

based on 33 ratings

| 7,695 views

Because we are God’s children and because our cross will soon turn into a crown we will be cheerful no matter what our circumstances in life.

One day the reformer Martin Luther was feeling rather down. The Pope was after him. His colleagues were bickering among themselves. He felt the heavy pressure that came with being a professor, pastor, and father. And he was in excruciating pain from kidney stones. As he moped around the house ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

The Glorious Hope Of The Christian

Contributed by Colin Coombs on May 13, 2006

based on 8 ratings

| 11,138 views

Thank God for the Protecting, Positive, and Purifying hope of the Lord’s return.

THE GLORIOUS HOPE OF THE CHRISTIAN Titus 2:1 - 15 The ‘Glorious Hope Of The Christian’ is the near return of our Lord Jesus Christ, coming to receive those who are His own that they may be with Him in Glory. We look for this great event because of the promises of God’s Word, and also because of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ornaments On A Christian Tree

Contributed by James May on Dec 7, 2005

based on 27 ratings

| 5,779 views

We are often referred to, in one way or another, as trees of God. This Christmas season, let’s make sure our tree bears the right ornaments.

ORNAMENTS ON A CHRISTIAN TREE By Pastor Jim May King Tut never saw a Christmas tree, but he would have understood the tradition. The Egyptians were part of a long line of cultures that treasured and worshipped evergreens. When the winter solstice arrived, they brought green date palm leaves into ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Healthy Christian Community Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 1, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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The apostle Paul highlights what makes for a healthy, mature Christian community. A sermon for II Advent, based on Phil 1:3-11.

Sermon for II Advent Yr C, 7/12/2003 Based on Phil 1:3-11 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The apostle Paul’s letter to the congregation at Philippi in Macedonia, is “filled-to-overflowing” with joy and love. Some passages of scripture communicate very ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas - A Christian Holiday?

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Dec 1, 2003

based on 41 ratings

| 4,180 views

People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth?

By: Donna J. Kazenske People of all ages have celebrated Christmas throughout the centuries, but where did it originate? Are the roots of Christmas really as Christian as many believe or are they pagan? Is Christmas really the day of Christ’s birth? If Christmas is truly a Christian holiday, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 10:2-5, Luke 2:8

Denomination: *other

Can Christianity Be Proven

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 20, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 2,770 views

This is a study into the evidence we have to prove the Bible is the truth. That it is the Word of God and should be believed completely.

Can Christianity be proven ? 1 Peter 3:15 The fact that many Christians today are scared to stand up for their faith spurs me to try and give you some tools to put into your spiritual toolbox so that we might be effective witnesses for our Lord. Is there evidence for the truth of Christianity? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

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