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  • Dr.W.Samuel Legon avatar

    The Christ Of Peter

    Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 27, 2010
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    The Christ of Peter is also our Christ today.

    THE CHRIST OF PETER 1st Peter 2:21For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: 22Who did no sin, neither was guile found in his mouth: 23Who, when he was reviled, reviled not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Jesus: Love Your Enemies Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 6, 2020
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    It is the most unnatural thing in the world to love someone who has hurt you - someone who is an enemy in some respect - but that is what Jesus calls us to in our text.

    Following Jesus: Love Your Enemies Luke 6:27-35 Introduction Following Jesus requires us to accept his invitation and to hear his teachings and ways. But not just to hear - to act. Many of the teachings of Jesus are uncomfortable and feel unnatural - He is calling us to live the Jesus life. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Christ In Emptiness

    Contributed by Norman Bernad on Oct 1, 2020
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    “On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's,

    “On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, 2 and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. 3 Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Alive In Christ Series

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 9, 2012
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    Paul gives the path of how to become alive in Christ. 1- Dead in sin - That’s us. 2- Rich in mercy - That’s God. 3- Alive in Christ - That’s us.

    INTRO.- ILL.- After dying in a car crash, three friends go to Heaven for orientation. They are all asked the same question: "When you are in your casket, friends and family are mourning over you, what would you like to hear them say about you?" The first guy immediately responds, "I would ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Freedom In Christ

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 15, 2023
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    A message about freedom in Christ, and some of the things that can impede that freedom.

    January 15, 2023 Sermon - Boundaries: Burdens and Loads Freedom in Christ. I don't know how you respond to just those three words, but those words bring me joy. They bring me joy because they remind me of my experience of coming to faith, leaving behind a way of living and thinking about ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Ron Murphy avatar

    Growing In Christ Series

    Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 12, 2007
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     | 7,279 views

    If we truly want to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must allow Him to deal with the issue of pride.

    Introduction: I. I would like to begin this morning, by asking you, “What is the most difficult thing you have every undertaken to accomplish?” A. As you think about that question, maybe your mind goes to, 1. The workplace, a. Maybe a difficult task that your boss gave you, or b. Maybe ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Unity In Christ Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 15, 2009
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    Paul stressed that the believers Corinth must strive to be unified under Christ, one in purpose. Paul’s message spans over time to the church today, where we must strive to be unified under Christ, one in purpose.

    SERMON BRIEF Date Written: November 2002 Date Preached: November 6, 2002 Church: BBC (PM) Wednesday FOUNDATIONAL ELEMENTS Series: Series on 1st Corinthians Title: Unity in Christ Text: 1 Cor 1:10 ETS: Paul stressed that the believers Corinth must strive to be unified under Christ, one in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Imitate Christ PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
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     | 1,819 views

    Understand and emulate the profound, sacrificial love of Jesus, as it is through this love that we can truly reflect God's light in the world.

    Good morning, church family. Today we're going to delve into the beautiful and profound topic of the Love of Jesus, the call to imitate Him, and the undeniable Power of Love. We're going to draw from Ephesians 5:1-2, John 3:16, John 13:35, and John 15:13. Ephesians 5:1-2 says, "Follow God’s ...read more

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    Jealous For Christ Series

    Contributed by Darrell White on Nov 22, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,520 views

    Jealousy causes us to live life in fear, anger and pride - Christ calls us to live in peace, confidance, and humilty.

    Jealous for Christ Acts 5:17-42 11/24/02 Introduction A. In addressing the topic of jealousy this morning, I would like to start by using a story the Dr. Gary Collins wrote: “For many years Sir Walter Scott was the leading literary figure in the British Empire. No one could write as well as he. ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    To Be Like Christ

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jan 28, 2006
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     | 15,467 views

    To become like Christ, there are 3 requirements: I. CONCERN FOR OTHERS (1-5) II. GENUINE HUMILITY (5-8a) III. COMMITMENT TO OBEY (8b)

    TO BE LIKE CHRIST CGC Ministry (Central Gospel Church) Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction There is a true story about a man who hired somebody to record all the life of Hudson Taylor especially the negative sides. The hired man kept on following Hudson Taylor daily to record everything with him ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Longing For The Christ

    Contributed by David Scudder on Dec 19, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,494 views

    Have you ever had a dog to welcome you home? A dog has a way of making you feel important. They always seem happy to see you. Out text today is about a man was also waiting anxiously for something very exciting to happen.

    Purpose: To portray what a godly person is really like. Aim: I want the listeners to determine if they know Christ or not. INTRODUCTION: Have you ever had a dog to welcome you home? A dog has a way of making you feel important. They always seem happy to see you. This last week my wife saw a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Chris Stephens avatar

    Conversant With Christ Series

    Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,191 views

    Comparing the lives of Saul and Samuel we discover that the golden carrot of listening to God is the assurance of good decision making

    Conversant with Christ 1 Samuel December 9, 2001 This past Thanksgiving I had occasion to meet a man who had won a monetary settlement of about $400,000. After he was awarded the money he made some interesting decisions. He quit work and began throwing money around as if he had inherited the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gino Cascieri avatar

    The Mind Of Christ

    Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 4, 2001
    based on 96 ratings
     | 6,672 views

    This message examines the characteristics that a Christian exhibits if they have the mind of Christ.

    "The Mind of Christ" Text: Philippians 2:5-8 Intro: -Apostle Paul instructs the believer in v5, that he is to have the same mind as Christ did when he walked this earth. -V6. - Paul tells us by the way, Christ Jesus is God. -They are equal. -They one and the same. -1 Tim. 3:16 - Jesus was "God ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Dykes avatar

    Follow Jesus--Not Your Feelings Series

    Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 14,579 views

    Are you a little proud you attend church? Do you feel a little superior to those folks who sleep in or are out on the lake? There is no room for spiritual pride in grace, because in grace, it’s all about boasting in God not in our goodness.

    INTRODUCTION If you were around in 1975 you might remember the one-hit wonder “Feelings,” by Morris Albert “Feelings, nothing more than feelings; / Trying to forget my feelings of love; / Feelings, whoa, whoa, whoa feelings…” This is the sappiest song I’ve ever heard. It was never was one of my ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wayne Lawson avatar

    Christ Is Preached

    Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 26, 2012
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,238 views

    A group wanted Paul to justify and help them pick and choose who they felt had Proper and Improper motives when it came to Preaching the Word of God. Paul redirected their focus and rejoiced that Christ is Preached, focus not on the motive but the Word

    TITLE: CHRIST IS PREACHED SCRIPTURE: PHILIPPIANS 1:15-18 (Main thought from Pastor Darrin Hunt 2006 sermon central message which I have expanded upon) I recall reading a story a few years ago, about an event that transpired the year I graduated High School, matter of fact, in 1979 – Story ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist