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Becoming A Christian Philosopher

Contributed by Don Campbell on May 15, 2023

The word “philosophy” means a love of wisdom. Paul said, "Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ” (Col 2:8). There must be two kinds of philosophers.

BECOMING A CHRISTIAN PHILOSOPHER Practical Principles for Living or Detached Musings? INTRODUCTION A. In 1972 I took Introduction to Philosophy at Shawnee College, Ullin, Illinois under an old professor named Dr. Pepper, who looked like Colonel Sanders. 1. I learned that the word philosophy ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, James 3:15-18, Proverbs 7:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Progressive Christianity In Scripture

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 3, 2023

Under the cover of social justice and love, the Progressive Christianity movement rejects New Testament doctrine, substituting its own standards for the moral standards taught by the apostles. This message addresses the error and calls God's people to remain true to Traditional Christianity.

Intro Today we will address a popular movement known as Progressive Christianity. Its adherents describe this movement as being “characterized by a willingness to question tradition, acceptance of human diversity, a strong emphasis on social justice and care for the poor and the oppressed, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9, James 1:27, Jude 1:1-25, 2 Thessalonians 2:3, 2 Corinthians 11:1-15, Jeremiah 6:16-19, Matthew 7:13-14, Proverbs 16:25, Isaiah 30:11, 2 Peter 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Becoming An Exceptional Christian

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 6, 2023

The Spirit does His internal makeover of attitude, desires, and values. As we apply outwardly, we conform to His standard.

A. HOW TO BE AN EXCEPTIONAL CHRISTIAN 1. Daniel became exceptional based on his vow to God. “Daniel purposed in his heart” (Dan. 1:8, KJV). a. Knowing is foundation on which you control your life. b. Feeling is motivation, giving energy to your life. c. Will gives direction to your life. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:8, Romans 6:19

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Light Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 16, 2023

This is the 179th sermon in the series Action". This is the 16th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#179] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- LIGHT Ephesians 5:8-14 Introduction: We began our Service with a song that we learned this year, “Christmas Day”. The lyrics of the chorus are a great explanation for our Sermon title. “Christmas Day” (Chorus) Sing all you people, The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Are Out Of This World

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jan 10, 2024

What Jesus said in Matthew 7 is something that every Christian should heed How do we keep from being one whom the Lord professes, “I never knew you”? We have to live a Holy Life separated from this World. How do we do that?

Matthew 7:21-23 (KJV-BRG) Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. 22 Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in thy name have cast out devils? and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, 1 John 2:15-17, John 17:14-19, 1 Corinthians 3:19, Acts 5:1-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

A Christians Checkbook- Submission Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 13, 2024

This is the 182nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 19th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#182] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- SUBMISSION Ephesians 5:22-24 Introduction: There are some subjects that preachers really enjoy preaching about, and then there are other subjects that are not so popular. Today is 1 of those not so popular subjects- Submission. I do want to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Dependents Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 28, 2024

This is the 184th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 21st sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#184] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- DEPENDENTS Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: It is almost that time of the year that most of us have to file our taxes. 1 of the questions you will be asked is, “How many dependents do you have”? Basically, you can count your spouse and children. I ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Communication Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 17, 2024

This is the 187th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 24th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#187] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- COMMUNICATION Ephesians 6:18-24 Introduction: This morning, we are going to conclude our study in Ephesians. We have been studying that Christians are rich in Jesus Christ and that we are blessed to be Children of God. We can communicate with God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

Legal Counsel For Christians Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Aug 4, 2023

Jesus provides counsel on domestic disputes, sex crimes, adultery and divorce; and He even says something that can be applied to swearing on the Bible in a court of law. Jesus, being part of the court of heaven, knows about legal matters!

I have entitled our message for this morning, “Legal Counsel for Christians.” You may not realize it, but the Bible is full of courtroom imagery. The most noteworthy example is the great white throne of judgement seen in the book of Revelation (20:11-15). Did you know that Jesus will be there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Onward Christian Soldiers

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 11, 2023

We are in a war between God & Satan; the God of peace & light versus the prince of darkness.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Ephesians 6:11-12; 17:6; Mark 16:16 INTRO. We sometimes sing the hymn that begins with these words: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11-12, Acts 16:11-15, Acts 17:6, Mark 16:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Not To Be A Grumpy Christian

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Sep 17, 2023

I want to show you from God’s Word HOW NOT TO BE A GRUMPY CHRISTIAN.

So you wives tap your husbands on the shoulder and say, “Wake up! Listen, you need to hear this sermon!!! I want to preach on this subject for two reasons: (1) No one likes to be around a GRUMPY person…NO ONE! (2) You can not be an effective Christian if you are a GRUMPY CHRISTIAN! WHY ARE SOME ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Mark Of A True Christian. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 5, 2024

What does it mean to be a Christian?

Matthew 28:18-20, John 13:34-35 What does it mean to be a Christian? Is it just a label, a title, or a cultural identity? The Bible gives us a clear answer. A Christian is not just someone who claims to believe, but someone who lives out their faith in a way that honors God and transforms their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, John 13:34-35

Inside Out Christianity

Contributed by Dwight Davis on May 17, 2024

So often, we Christians--like everyone else get caught up on the outward appearance of our physical bodies, our homes, our cars and our families. Even more dangerous than focusing on the "appearance" of these things, we quite often focus on the appearance of our Christianity.

Have you ever met someone for the first time, and you were immediately struck by how nice-looking that person was? But after spending some time with them, all of a sudden, they didn’t look that good anymore? Not that their makeup got smeared or their toupee blew off; but once you talked to them and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28, Matthew 15:8-20, Jeremiah 17:9, Psalm 139:23-24, Psalm 51:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Key To Christian Living.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 5, 2024

We are dead to sin, but alive to God through our Lord Jesus Christ (ROMANS 6:11).

THE KEY TO CHRISTIAN LIVING. Romans 6:3-11. 1. Our Union with Christ is symbolised in our Baptism. The key to Christian living is found in our union with Christ, both in His death and in His resurrection. This is what is symbolised in baptism (ROMANS 6:3-4). The spiritual reality which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Of Casual Christianity

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 8, 2022

Flies don’t land on a hot stove. A cold church is a dead church, but a hot church is alive.

What does it mean to be a Church of Casual Christianity? How does a church become casual? Is it speaking of the church building or the church body? Or does it refer to the church members, the individual Christians? Look at the churches depicted in Revelation 2 & 3. • Ephesus – Revelation ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible