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Two Pillars Of Christian Happiness

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jan 3, 2001

FINDING HAPPINESS AS A CHRISTIAN

TWO PILLARS OF HAPPINESS - 1 Timothy 6:6-8 But godliness with contentment is great gain. {7} For we brought nothing into <this> world, <and it is> certain we can carry nothing out. {8} And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. INTRO: Happiness as a Christian rests on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

"An Old-Fashioned Christian"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This sermon details some of the characteristics of the true people of God.

AN OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTIAN Text: Acts 11:26 Introduction- I’m afraid that the modern day definition of a Christian that some people proclaim just won’t fit into the Bibical description of what a true child of God is like. A true believer, according to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

Examples Of A Spirit Filled Christian

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the life of Stephen and illustrates six charateristics of a spirit-filled Christian

I. Introduction a. In Acts Chapters 6, 7 & 8 we see the story of Stephen. b. Stephen was a i. Martyr, Deacon, Preacher c. He was a man full of the Holy Spirit. (Acts 6:3; 6:5; 7:55) d. The Characteristics of a Christian filled with the spirit. II. Available to the Lord a. When the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:5

Denomination: Baptist

What A Christian Should Do? Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is the fifth sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon illustrates Paul’s two examples of what a Christian should do.

I. Introduction a. People who are examples i. Michael Jordan – Basketball Player ii. Billy Graham – Man of God iii. Your Name -??? b. Paul wrote to the church at Phillipi and told them that should live like a Chistian. c. What should a Christian Do? II. The Example of Timothy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Christian Are You?

Contributed by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle on Jun 27, 2002

Asks the Christian to examine their life to find out if they are truly walking with God.

WHAT KIND OF CHRISTIAN ARE YOU? HEBREWS 10:30-31 MAY 13, 2001 PARKERSBURG BAPTIST CHURCH WHERE DO YOU STAND WITH GOD? WHAT KIND OF CHRISTIAN ARE YOU? ROMANS 14:12-SO THEN EVERY ONE OF US SHALL GIVE ACCOUNT OF HIMSELF TO GOD. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO YOU? I WANT TO TALK WITH YOU THIS MORNING ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:15-37, Hebrews 10:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Christians Suffer

Contributed by Francis Camacho on Jul 3, 2002

An Exposition on Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh

Why do Christians suffer? An exposition on Paul’s Thorn in the Flesh (2 Cor. 12: 7-10) 2 Corinthians 12 : 7-10 7 To keep me from becoming conceited because of these surpassing great revelations, there was given to me a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8 Three times I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Christians "Pray Up"

Contributed by Neal Gray on Apr 30, 2002

"Pray?" you ask. "Why pray?" you ask. Because prayer is our great privilege! Talk to God. Let God speak to you. Let the Christians "pray up."

"A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let the Christians ’Pray Up’" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: John 17:9-23, KJV Purpose: "Pray?" you ask. "Why pray?" you ask. Because prayer is our great privilege! Talk to God. Let God speak to you. Let the Christians "pray up." INTRODUCTION This Sermon ...read more

Scripture: John 17:9-23

Denomination: Holiness

God's Church Is Called Christian

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 8, 2002

EASTER 6(B) - May 5, 2002 - God’s church is called Christian because it is given good news for all and it is given a ministry for all.

GOD’S CHURCH IS CALLED CHRISTIAN Acts 11:19-26 - May 6, 2002 19Now those who had been scattered by the persecution in connection with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus and Antioch, telling the message only to Jews. 20Some of them, however, men from Cyprus and Cyrene, went to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-26

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Treat A New Christian

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 8, 2002

New Christians should be treated with acceptance, understanding and patience.

HOW TO TREAT A NEW CHRISTIAN Acts 9:19-31 INTRO.- ILL.- Bob Russell of the large Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY, tells this story about a young man he baptized while in college. Bob said, "In my senior year at Bible college I met a tall, gangly basketball player from the University ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Should A Christian Live? Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Romans 12:1-2.

Romans Series # 47 July 17, 2002 Title: How Should A Christian Live? Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently in Chapter 12 of Romans as we continue with message #47 of our verse-by-verse study of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"How To Become A Christian With Vision"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

As Christians, we are to be following the example of Jesus and He came to know and do the will of the Father. Do you know His will? Do you have a vision that was born in the heart of God and given to you by Him?

“HOW TO BECOME A CHRISTIAN WITH VISION” Dr. Dennis Deese I SAMUEL 3:1-21 As Christians, we are to be following the example of Jesus and He came to know and do the will of the Father. Do you know His will? Do you have a vision that was born in the heart of God and given to you by Him? “I can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

"The Call To Christian Leaderhship"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 15, 2002

Not everybody that is in a place of leadership is called by God

"THE CALL TO CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP" (The Leader’s Call) 1 SAMUEL 16:1-13 Not everybody that is in a place of leadership is called by God God doesn’t call every Christian leader to quote, "full time Christian service" There are 3 elements that make up God’s selection: The Christian person ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

The Problem With Real Christian Love

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Aug 29, 2002

Love is more than a four letter word, so how can I live it out?

The Problem of Real Christian Love Love is more than a four letter word, so how can I live it out? 1 John 3:11-24 “We should love one another.” Seems obvious. That is the right Christian thing to do. But we live in the real world, where resentments, anger, grudges, violence, dominates. Look ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Lessons On Living The Christian Life

Contributed by Michael Luke on Aug 31, 2002

Practical guidelines for living the Christian life.

TEXT: ROMANS 12:9-12 (read at each point) TITLE: “LESSONS ON LIVING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE” INTRODUCTION: A. TATER PEOPLE 1. Some people never seem motivated to participate, but are just content to watch ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Epaphroditus – Selfless Christianity In Action! Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Sep 16, 2002

Last week, one of our goals was to provide a box top picture of what Christian preadolescence is suppose to look like. So many times, our young teens are frustrated with all the different physical, social, and emotional puzzle pieces that they’re suppose

SERMONIC THEME Opening Statement: Last week, one of our goals was to provide a box top picture of what Christian preadolescence is suppose to look like. So many times, our young teens are frustrated with all the different physical, social, and emotional puzzle pieces that they’re suppose to put ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:25-30