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  • Robert Tarasiak avatar

    A Holiness Demanded By The Costly Experience Of Christ’s Passion

    Contributed by Robert Tarasiak on Sep 9, 2023
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    "How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible." C.S. Lewis, Letters to an American Lady, New Bible Commentary, p. 28.

    1 Peter Series Part 5 Sub Series: A Demand for Holiness” (1:13 – 2:3) Title: A holiness demanded by the costly experience of Christ’s passion Text: 1 Peter 1:17-21 LORDS SUPPER TODAY INTRO: How little people know who think that holiness is dull. When one meets real thing, it is irresistible. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Joy Of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming With Joy

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024
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    Advent is a time of hopeful expectation, but it’s also a season of deep, abiding joy. But what is this joy, and where does it come from?

    The Joy of Advent: Anticipating Christ’s Coming with Joy December 15, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 15:13, James 1:2, 1 Peter 1:8-9, Luke 15: As we continue our Advent journey, our focus shifts toward joy—the joy that comes with anticipating the coming of Christ ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Christ’s Quiet Reign In Our Digital Age Series

    Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Nov 17, 2025
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     | 132 views

    Christ is the king who washes feet.

    Title: Christ’s Quiet Reign in Our Digital Age Intro: Christ is the king who washes feet. Scripture: Luke 23:35-43 Reflection Dear Friends, In a world increasingly dominated by noise, by endless scrolling, loud opinions, and digital clutter, it feels almost radical to imagine Christ the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    A Clean Mirror Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 7, 2001
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,250 views

    If we are to imitate Christ as Paul asks us to in 5:1, we must keep our lives clean by allowing nothing to dirty the mirror that is our life so we may reflect Christ clearly.

    Paul tells these people to follow (5:1), or mimic, God as they demonstrate a worthy walk (4:1) that should be part of every Christian’s lifestyle. We must mirror God’s ideals in daily living. Controlling My Wants (2-3) Is my attitude one of giving, or taking (2) ? Is what consumes me open or ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Changing Church And The Changeless Christ

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 5, 2003
    based on 104 ratings
     | 26,365 views

    Although we may not want the church to change, change is inevitable and positive. Change will be guided if we will remember and assess accurately the traditions we have been given, if we will also assess proposed changes and not panic, and if we will mea

    Some folks are allergic to change. They want everything to be just as it always was. They get used to things and they want everything to stay put. Some folks just won’t deal with change. A few weeks ago the electricity went out at our house. Some transformer blew, and for several hours we had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Changing Church And The Changeless Christ

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 29, 2010
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     | 9,393 views

    We are in transitional times; we will be helped through transition if we remember who got us here and why, but if we also remain wary of popular bandwagons. The ultimate measure is whether we have been faithful to Christ's call.

    Gethsemane Baptist Church, Washington, DC, Nov. 24, 1996 Some folks are allergic to change. They want everything to be just as it always was. They get used to things and they want everything to stay put. Some folks just won’t deal with change. A few weeks ago the electricity went out at ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Until Christ Be Formed In You

    Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,887 views

    How is the life of God formed in the heart of man?

    "My little children, for whom I am again in anguish of childbirth until Christ is formed in you." God calling to himself those chosen to be his very own is a pervading theme in Scripture. Like variations on a musical theme, it keeps resurfacing throughout the pages of the Bible (Genesis 12; Titus ...read more

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    Denomination: Congregational

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    The Good Minister Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 15, 2016
     | 9,121 views

    The ministry of the Church must consist of individuals who possess a genuine divine call and direction, as well as adequate preparation, and they must have the undivided support of their congregations and church leadership.

    The Good Minister of Jesus Christ Study Text: 1 Timothy 4: 6 – 16 6 You've been raised on the Message of the faith and have followed sound teaching. Now pass on this counsel to the Christians there, and you'll be a good servant of Jesus. 7 Stay clear of silly stories that get dressed up as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Keys To Consecration

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 15, 2005
    based on 129 ratings
     | 38,935 views

    We are to give our lives to Christ totally. Our lives are to be fully consecrated to the service of Christ

    Keys to Consecration Romans 12:1-2 August 14, 2005 Morning Service Introduction While assembling supplies for the African nation of Biafa, an American Red Cross volunteer came across a box with a strange note on it. The note read: “We have recently been converted and because of our conversion we ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    Are You A Follower Of Jesus Christ Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 1, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,697 views

    Pray this, take this class, give this much money. Christianity has been minimized to a one time prayer, an occasional Bible study, and a regular monetary donation. What did Jesus really invite us to? Radical discipleship. Radical commitment. He dindn

    Intro: With Rob Bell, pastor of Mars Hill Church in Michigan and his seemingly Universalist claims that everyone will be saved. It seems more and more the Gospel message is being muddled and what it really means to be a believer is misunderstood. From the time I was young I remember hearing just ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Christ's Resurrection - Following Him

    Contributed by William Akehurst on May 5, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,559 views

    Looking back to the Resurrection, sharing it from another perspective. Jesus said Follow Me. Follow My Example. Follow My Instructions. Follow Me to the Cross and Find Salvation. Follow Me to LIFE and Tell others.

    2009.04.19.CHRIST’S RESURRECTION-Following Him Another look at the message of Easter William Akehurst, BA HSWC Looking back to the Resurrection, sharing it from another perspective. Jesus said Follow Me. Follow My Example. Follow My Instructions. Follow Me to the Cross and Find Salvation. ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Law Of Love And The Body Of Christ.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 15, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 962 views

    Christian life and love.

    THE LAW OF LOVE AND THE BODY OF CHRIST. Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:1-2. All of our relationships within the body of Christ must be governed by the Christian law of love (cf. Ephesians 4:2). We are to “walk in love” (EPHESIANS 5:2). One of the practical reasons given for “putting away the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What's That Smell

    Contributed by David Welch on Dec 2, 2008
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,209 views

    Mesage on the sense of smell in the Bible. there are some things that are a stench to God and others that are a sweet savor.

    “What’s That Smell?” Introduction Steak sizzling on the barbecue grill. Limburger cheese melting on the manifold. Fresh bread baking in the oven. Lost Easter egg breaking in the house a year later. Freshly perked coffee creating a fragrant morning atmosphere. Freshly filled ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Joanna Rose avatar

    A Goal Worth Of Effort!

    Contributed by Joanna Rose on Jan 2, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,843 views

    This sermon speaks to a goal worth our time and effort, a goal we see modeled by the appostle Paul himself. That God would have all there is of... (fill in your name).

    Although I don’t always make New Year’s resolutions I do love moments in our lives when pause and evaluate who we are and who we would like to become. It is very easy in the busyness to keep on trekking along without ever stopping to examine where it is that we are headed. There are times when I ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Living A Christ-Centred Life Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025
     | 385 views

    To live a Christ-centred life means to make Jesus the focus, foundation, and purpose of all that we do.

    LIVING A CHRIST-CENTRED LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:1-4, Philippians 1:21, John 15:4-5, Matthew 6:33, Romans 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: To live a Christ-centred life means to make Jesus the focus, foundation, and purpose of all that we do. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God