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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Lifestyle Of A Christ Disciple Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 18, 2020
     | 7,401 views

    Following Jesus Christ is a challenge on the earth with many struggles. But Christ the perfect role model will take us to the highest places if we surrender ourselves to him.

    LIFESTYLE OF A CHRIST DISCIPLE Luke 9:56-62 Introduction: Some hundred years ago two team leaders adopted the same goal: Both sought to be the first to lead an expedition to the South Pole. Once made the decision presented with them countless choices. Selecting the cloth to wear, food to eat and ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Andrew Hamilton avatar

    Flip Side Of Discipleship Series

    Contributed by Andrew Hamilton on Oct 26, 2002
    based on 76 ratings
     | 6,690 views

    As much as Jesus calls for complete surrender, he also makes that call of ordinary people - putting discipleship within all of our grasp

    The Flip Side of Discipleship Intro Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by US Air Force pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews. Problem: "Left inside main tire almost needs replacement." Solution: "Almost replaced left inside main tire." Problem: "Test flight OK, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Playing God PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 68 views

    The sermon urges us to surrender judgment, embrace mercy, and let God transform our critical spirit into kindness and grace toward others.

    Some of us carried a quiet critic into church today. He rode in the car with us, sat beside us during worship, and has opinions about everything from traffic to the tempo of the first song. He’s subtle—civil even—but he speaks in sighs, shrugs, and silent scores. We know his voice: the whisper that ...read more

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    For The Sake Of The Gospel PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 19, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 933 views

    This sermon explores the Christian call to self-denial, embracing the cross, and committing to discipleship, as a path to truly experiencing Christ's saving grace.

    Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, to our gathering today. We are here, not as strangers or as mere acquaintances, but as a family united in the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are gathered, not under the roof of a grand cathedral or the canopy of the sky, but under the banner of His ...read more

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  • Ken Pell avatar

    Mushrooms Or Maple Trees - Sermon #5 Series

    Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 29, 2007
     | 3,394 views

    We can be released from our “addiction to self” by submitting to the grace of the Gospel; the 12 steps are especially illustrative here.

    Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #5 Sermon Objective: We can be released from our “addiction to self” by submitting to the grace of the Gospel; the 12 steps are especially illustrative here. PRE-SERVICE INTRODUCTION We are in a sermon series called Mushrooms and ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Unlocking The Soul's Cage SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,681 views

    The soul of a man, encompassing his intellect, will, and emotions, is self-aware. This sermon explores the concept of Christian Liberty in freeing the 'caged' soul.

    The Captivity and Deliverance of the Soul The soul of a person is the seat of their intellect, will, and emotions. It is the self-conscious part of their being. According to the Scriptures, humans are made up of a soul, a spirit, and a body. God desires for every aspect of our being to prosper, ...read more

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  • Mike Hays avatar

    The Day Of Decision

    Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 78 ratings
     | 6,649 views

    We must make a decision whether or not we will surrender our lives to Jesus Christ or continue to try to find meaning on our own.

    The Day of Decision Joshua 23:14-16 Today is the day that we celebrate nine years of ministry together. I can remember like yesterday arriving at Britton Christian Church and being welcomed by many of you who are still here nine years later. As the years have passed we have seen so many people ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Transformed By Truth: "delighting In God's Will" Psalm 40:8 Series

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 21, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,236 views

    Psalm 40:8 captures the essence of what it means to live a life of obedience and joy in God’s presence.

    Transformed by Truth: "Delighting in God's Will" Psalm 40:8 Introduction: A Heart that Delights in God's Will Today we are going to dive deep into a verse that captures the essence of what it means to live a life of obedience and joy in God’s presence. Psalm 40:8 (NLT) says: ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Gregory Thomas avatar

    Their Bad Roots Will In Time Reveal Their Bad Fruit

    Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Apr 30, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 6,102 views

    AN INSTRUCTIONAL SERMON TO REVEAL THE UNSPOKEN TREASURES OF SELF - APPOINTED AND NOT GOD ANNOINTED MINISTER AND THEIR CHARACTERISTICS.

    Their Bad Roots Will In Time Reveal Their Bad Fruit Text Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep’s clothing, but Inwardly they are ravenous wolves. You will know them by their fruit. Do men gather grapes from thornbushes or figs from thistles? Even so every good tree bears good fruit, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When You Talk To Yourself What Do You Say And Is Anybody Listening?

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Sep 6, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,888 views

    Addresses the problem of unbiblical self-talk and how to speak the truth of grace to your mind.

    When You Talk To Yourself, What Do You Say? And Is Anybody Listening? Romans 5:1-11 Introduction: “Since you have been justified…” That’s Paul’s way of addressing Christians—people who have placed their faith in the redemptive work of Christ at the Cross and in the Resurrection. “Since you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Knew His Identity Yet Served With Humility Series

    Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,253 views

    Part 4 of the Lenten series on Jesus with this one focusing on Jesus’ humility and sense of self.

    Jesus Knew His Identity, Yet Served with Humility TEXT: John 13: 1-9, 12-17 Sunday, March 10, 2002 We do serve an awesome, wonderful and great God. However, when I experience me, Richard Pfeil, I find that I am not all that great. I know that might be surprising, but.......Unlike God, I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Kerry Bauman avatar

    Holiness And Purity Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Feb 7, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 14,440 views

    Holiness has everything to do with exercising self-control over our sexual desires.

    Holiness and Purity Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 Introduction: The Illinois Department of Resources reports that more than 17,000 deer die each year after being struck by motorists on state highways. I’m sure that a number of us have helped some of these beautiful animals commit suicide in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Roger Thomas avatar

    The Declaration Of Independence Series

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,203 views

    The sermon examines our human tendency to rely on self rather than seek God.

    The Declaration of Dependence (Why Men Don’t Ask For Directions—Part 2) James 4:1-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Review: In our previous study we explored the normal human tendency to be independent and self-reliant. Independence and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Kelly Randolph avatar

    Contempt For God's Court Series

    Contributed by Kelly Randolph on Jun 14, 2004
    based on 46 ratings
     | 6,263 views

    This message exposes the sin of placing ourselves in the position of God by self-righteously judging others.

    Contempt for God’s Court: The Problem of Self-Appointed Judges - James 4:11-12 Have you noticed the rising popularity of courtroom TV shows? First, there was Judge Wapner on The People’s Court. Then along came Judge Judy. You can also see the professional boxer and boxing referee turned judge – ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • K. Edward Skidmore avatar

    The Ceo Of The Church Series

    Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 4, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 4,320 views

    Jesus gave a different self-portrait to each of the 4 churches addressed in Revelation 2.

    INTRODUCTION: On two occasions I have visited the White House and taken a tour of the downstairs rooms. One thing I remember is that the walls are lined with impressive portraits of all the Presidents. There have been 40 presidents in our 230-year history as a nation. But in the church’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ