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Faith And Love James' Style

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 7, 2015

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James has a lot to tell us about faith. His simple, straight forward message challenges us and instructs us in character building God's way. This is a summary of some of the things James tells us as we prepare to enter chapter three.

The theme of James is captured in the first chapter, verses James 1:2-4 (read). He then discusses trials and faith throughout the rest of the letter. Some of these trials come from without, but some are as near as the members of our own bodies, i.e. our tongues. Someone pointed out that James ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does The Record Say?

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 4, 2008

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We are a record keeping age. We keep records on everything under the sun, but there is only one record we should be concerned about. The record in heaven (the Book of Life).

What Does the Record Say? 2 Cor. 5:10 Intro We are a record keeping age. Even from the time of your birth a medical record is started. The first day you start school, a scholastic record is kept and will follow you all the way through college. Salespersons must keep accurate records. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Great Rescue Plan (Orphans - Foster Children)

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jan 22, 2015

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God's Great Rescue Plan is a sermon about adoption and foster care. The goal is for the church and individual Christians to assume their roles in providing care for orphans.

God’s Great Rescue Plan Ephesians 1:4, 5 Dr. Perry Hancock Have you ever been rescued? Most of us this past week saw the rescue of the man who fell off the cruise ship… Have you ever been rescued? I mean truly rescued. You were in a hopeless situation, no way out, but someone came just ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Keys To Sharing Christ With Muslims: Prayer, Politeness, Patience

Contributed by Alex Mcfarland on Jun 28, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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Seeing A.J. enter the auditorium during the conference, I mouthed a silent prayer. My message included historical facts about Islam gleaned from Muslim scholars. I presented the basic beliefs of Islam, and critiqued the religion’s violent beginnings. I

Keys to Sharing Christ With Muslims: Prayer, Politeness, Patience by Alex McFarland His name was “A.J.,” a 20-something immigrant to the U.S. from a predominantly Muslim country. He was very friendly, and worked at a certain sub shop that my wife and I frequented. A.J. would sometimes sit with ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Avoid Playing Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Jan 25, 2001

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We need to be people who have control of our tongues. We need to be people who willingly care for the less fortunate. And we need to be people who clean up our acts whenever the need arises.

How To Avoid Playing Church James 1:26-27 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church January 28, 2001 Introduction: This morning we’re going to be studying James 1:26-27. Over the last couple of weeks we’ve looked at how we can avoid fooling ourselves about our spiritual ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: *other

Why Jesus: Because He's The Only Way Series

Contributed by Todd Riley on Apr 24, 2001

based on 85 ratings

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a topical sermon on the subject of "Why follow Jesus and not some other religion" loosely based on John 14:6

Islington Baptist Church April 22, 2001 Sermon texts: John 14:6, Acts 4:12, I Timothy 2:5 Series: “Why Jesus :Why follow Jesus and not Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism or any other religion” Title: Why Jesus? Because he’s the only way Have you ever wondered “Why are their so many different ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Baptist

Serving Churches

Contributed by Richard White on Mar 19, 2003

based on 25 ratings

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What America needs is not more religion, but servants of the Most High God who will serve, proclaim and energize the Church.

Serving Churches= Growing Churches A. What does the church really need to come alive today? Sometime ago Darrell Scott got the privilege to address the House Judiciary subcommittee. His daughter Rachel Joy Scott was one of victims of the Columbine High School massacre. Here is a synopsis of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Worry

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 5, 2002

based on 16 ratings

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In this day we live in, there is certain to be a continuing collapse of moral standards, and the multiplying of numbers in the false religions of this world.

DON’T WORRY! There are a great many things to worry about in today’s world. Our unstable economy, tightening finances, child abductions, and the war on terrorism are all things that jump out at us from the headlines. Fear and depression are widespread. Make no mistake, we live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-13, Psalm 91:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Set Free

Contributed by Ed Owens on Jan 17, 2007

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Though freedom is often regarded as throwing off the restraints of religion, true freedom comes from obeying the scriptures.

SET FREE PSALM 119:32,45 JANUARY 14, 2007 I read some real life warnings on products. The first one was found on a snow sled. It warned: “Beware: sled may develop high speed under certain snow conditions.” I wonder if that warning was for ignorant Floridian kids who have never seen snow. I mean ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Tale Of Two Churches Part I Series

Contributed by David Thrower on Feb 11, 2005

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There is a coming conflict that will boil down to two religions - one right and one wrong. Which will you be part of?

Much has been written about the socio-political situation at the time of the end, but we need to study more what will take place in the religious realm at those times. Common sense tells us that the closing hours of the age are about a conflict - Satan is seeking to usurp God’s place so that he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:4-9

Denomination: Orthodox

Your Redemption Draweth Nigh

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 4, 2006

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If our religion is going to be more than just performing of obligations we have to ask some hard questions.

"There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: United Methodist

Living In Right Relationship

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

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Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion.

LIVING IN RIGHT RELATIONSHIP 1 Peter 2:17 INTRO: Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion. But if the answer is yes, other questions have to be asked. Does Jesus make a little or a lot of difference in how we live? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

"Don't Be Deceived" Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 26, 2008

based on 19 ratings

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Is “sincerity” the magic ingredient that makes something true? If that is true is it should be true in any area of life and not just religion.

A Study of the Book of 1st John “Back To the Basics” Sermon # 6 “Don’t Be Deceived” 1 John 2:18-27 You have probably at sometime heard the statement, “It makes no difference what you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

Transformers!

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 23, 2007

based on 27 ratings

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Christianity is not a religion of information, but rather about a relationship with Jesus Christ that results in transformation. God wants us to be transformers!

TRANSFORMERS! OPENING JOKE: As the new pastor in town was walking down the street, he saw a little boy straining every muscle to reach the door-bell. He realized the little guy would never make it, although he admired the kid’s tenacity. So he walked up on the porch to help. "Here buddy, need some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: *other

Can I Get A Witness?

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Oct 10, 2018

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Believe in the Person of Jesus Christ. Don’t become so involved in “religion” that you miss the Truth (Jesus)

And the Father who sent me has Himself borne witness about me. His voice you have never heard, his form you have never seen, John 5:37 ESV In following the movement of the scripture, in John chapter 5, we’ve seen what should have been viewed as a time of celebration for both the entire Jewish ...read more

Scripture: John 5:30-47

Denomination: Baptist

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