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  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 11, 2007
    based on 48 ratings
     | 16,518 views

    This sermon is second in a series of three. It looks at five reasons why we should love one another.

    The Marks Of A Great Christian - Loving Two friends were discussing what it means to be in love. One said, "I think I have been in love three times.” His friend asked him to tell him about his three love experiences. He said, "Five years ago I cared deeply for a woman. I wanted to be around her ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Fake Vs. Real Christianity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 3, 2006
    based on 81 ratings
     | 65,324 views

    Was Jesus teaching us that we can "buy" our way into heaven by doing good works?

    OPEN: One night a woman dreamed that she was having a conversation with God. She was angry about all the suffering and evil she saw around her, so she complained to the Lord. “God, why don’t You do something about all this?” God gently replied: “I did. I created you.” APPLY: Over the next ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    When Christians Disappoint Us.

    Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Aug 24, 2010
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,354 views

    What do you do when you can

    When Christians Disappoint Us July 11, 2010 New Liberty Christian Church with Rich McQuinn, Minister TEXT: ACTS 5:1-11 Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property. With his wife’s full knowledge he kept back part of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    Living A Successful Christian Life

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,665 views

    By the world's standards the men and women in Hebrews 11 were anything but successes but in God's eyes they succeeded. Based on their testimony, the opening of Hebrews 12 tells us what it will take for us to live successful Christian lives.

    Living a Successful Christian Life Hebrews 12:1-3 What comes to your mind when you hear the term "a successful Christian"? How you answer is dependent on your definition of success. Many consider success to be power, prosperity, and prestige. The most common definition of success given is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Christian Governance-&-Government-2 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 15, 2016
     | 4,462 views

    2 of 4. Peter confirmed the importance of Christians operating within the bounds of secular governance. Christian submission is indissolubly linked/tied to secular governance. But how or in what way? Christian governance & government addresses...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-GOVERNMENT--II—1Peter 2:13-17 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that Christians are...CONSIDERED ALIEN(1:1-2)... We’ve examined...WHAT’s So GREAT About GOD—(1:3-12) Discovered God’s means of...UNLEASHING Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Memorial Service For A Christian Woman

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 12, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 38,344 views

    This was a celebration of the life of a woman who was ready to meet the Lord face-to-face. This person stated she was ready when the Lord called her home.

    When we lose a loved one, we often have questions for God. I know you are hurting today. So, God gives us a word about hurt. Losing a loved one hurts. God understands our hurt and He encourages us to express our hurt to him. Many times, on days like today, we try to deny our hurt or ignore it. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    When Christians Care Enough…

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022
     | 1,317 views

    During the 1988 Vice Presidential debate, Senator Lloyd Benson from the Democratic Party debated nominee Vice President Dan Quayle from the Republican Party.

    It was at that debate that Vice President nominee Dan Quayle made reference to something that President John F. Kennedy said, to support what he believed. Senator Benson's response afterwards was, "Mr. Vice President, I knew President Kennedy, and you are no John Kennedy!" Ever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Funeral Service (For A Christian)

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022
     | 6,362 views

    Psalm 116:15 “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.”

    Today we all find ourselves emotionally torn in two ways: None of us want to be here today at this service! Absolutely none of us! Yet, we want to be here because our love for _______ compels us to be here! We would not want to be anywhere but here! We go through life putting off many things! ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Call To Courageous Christian Living

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Apr 29, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,503 views

    How do we stand up for Jesus in a generation that is not willing to stand for much? If we desire to “stand tall” for Jesus, we must stand firm in the liberty that His saving grace has provided. This is a call to courage.

    Subject: A Call to Courageous Christian Living Text: I Corinthians 16:13-14, “Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong. Let all your things be done with charity.” Introduction: How do we stand up for Jesus in a generation that is not willing to stand for much? If we desire ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Byron Sherman avatar

    Managing Christian Trials-2

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 28, 2010
     | 2,526 views

    2 of 3. James divulged the proper management of trials which were common to Christians. There are proper ways of managing these difficulties. How are Christians to manage these properly? Tackling trials properly, involves managing...

    MANAGING CHRISTIAN TRIALS-II—James 1:1-27 Attention: A man in a supermarket was pushing a cart which contained, among other things, a screaming baby. As the man proceeded along the aisles, he kept repeating softly, "Keep calm, Thomas. Don’t get excited, Thomas. Don’t yell, Thomas." A lady watched ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christian Governance-&-Government-4 Series

    Contributed by Byron Sherman on Feb 15, 2017
     | 5,965 views

    4 of 4. Peter maintained & pressed the importance of Christians operating within the bounds of secular governance. Christian submission is indissolubly linked/tied to secular governance. But how or in what ways? Christian governance addresses...

    ‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government--IV—1Peter 2:13-17 So far in our study of 1Peter we have examined the fact that Christians are...CONSIDERED ALIEN(1:1-2)... We’ve examined...WHAT’s So GREAT About GOD—(1:3-12) Discovered God’s means of...UNLEASHING Your ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James May avatar

    Types And Shadows Of Christianity #1 Series

    Contributed by James May on Jun 16, 2003
    based on 23 ratings
     | 7,533 views

    An introductory sermon and beginning of a series from Exodus comparing the events of Exodus to the life of a modern Christianity.

    Types and Shadows of Christianity #1 A Series of Studies in the Book of Exodus Introduction As we begin this study of the Book of Exodus in an attempt to draw out of the story of God’s dealing with the nation of Israel and compare it to the life of a Christian let me say that by no means will we ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    #1 The Christian's Life And Warfare Series

    Contributed by James May on May 3, 2006
    based on 29 ratings
     | 23,373 views

    #1 in the Nehemiah series. Nehemiah’s story parallel’s the path that a backslidden Christian, or any man without God, must walk if he is to be saved and victorious in the end.

    Book of Nehemiah Series #1 The Christian’s Life and Warfare. By Pastor Jim May The book of Nehemiah was written by Nehemiah, between 445-425 BC. Along side the Book of Ezra, it records the fulfillment of God’s promise to restore Israel to her land after the 70-year exile in Babylon. The warnings ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Hisstory - Contagious Christianity Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 26, 2004
    based on 94 ratings
     | 10,172 views

    The Cross is a central focus of Christ’s story. But why? Why did Jesus need to die on the cross?

    VIDEO – Session 7 – “Putting It All Together” (up thru the phrase “There’s No Middle Ground”) OPEN: Richard Bandler tells one story about visiting a mental institution and dealing with a man who insisted he was Jesus Christ - not metaphorically, not in spirit, but in the flesh. One day Bandler ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Christian Freedom In The Holy Spirit Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 27, 2009
    based on 34 ratings
     | 12,900 views

    The letter has changed emphasis from doctrine to practice. The first part of chapter 5 has promoted freedom from legalism. Since the restraints of the law are lifted I can now do what ever my inclinations, passions, & desires lead me to do. This is licen

    GALATIANS 5: 13-15 CHRISTIAN FREEDOM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT [Romans 6:15-23] At the close of an important speech to congress on January 6, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt shared his vision of the kind of world he wanted to see after the war was over. He envisioned four basic freedoms enjoyed ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist