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  • Ed McNeely avatar

    In Christ: The Real Life

    Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Jun 25, 2002
    based on 8 ratings
     | 2,551 views

    The completed work of Jesus as our Christ gives us the life God intended in the beginning.

    IN CHRIST: THE REAL LIFE 4-28-02 I Peter 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: The Apostle Peter wrote primarily to believing Jews who were dispersed throughout the Roman Empire. They were not citizens where they live… but resident aliens. They had no rights as citizens… consequently they ended up on the short ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Self-Made Outsiders

    Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 27, 2002
    based on 19 ratings
     | 1,965 views

    If someone tells me that the more they look like and act like those of the world the greater a chance of evangelistic success they have, my response is BOLOGNA! And I don’t care how you slice it, it remains BOLOGNA. If we look like and act like the world

    Sermon Title: Self-Made Outsiders Sermon Text: 1 Peter 1:1-9 Bethel Christian Church Date: October 8, 2000 Scripture Introduction: Once again, this morning we are going to be looking at one of the books which wasn’t quite easily accepted by everyone. Last week we looked at a section of the book ...read more

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    Rejoice In Our Risen Lord

    Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 28, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,457 views

    Christians rejoice always because Jesus isn’t dead - he’s risen!

    In the late 1800’s, no business matched the financial and political dominance of the railroad. Trains dominated the transportation industry of the United States, moving both people and goods throughout the country. Then a new discovery came along – the car – and incredibly the leaders of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Characteristic Of A Christian

    Contributed by Ed Wood on May 21, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 3,930 views

    There are few places in God’s Word where one can find a better or briefer characterization of a Christian than here.

    CHARACTERISTIC OF A CHRISTIAN 1 Peter 1:1-2 INTRO: Many times the true greatness and splendor of a New Testament passage lies not only on the surface or in that which is actually said. Often the greatness of a passage stems from the ideas and convictions that lie behind it. That is true in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stranger And Aliens Series

    Contributed by Kurt Heisey on May 29, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 3,253 views

    Peter was challenged to leave all and follow Jesus and had a deep burning knowledge of what it meant to be a stranger and alien in this world

    1 Peter: Peter: strangers VCC July 19, 1998 1 Peter 1:1, Stranger and aliens Peter was willing to leave all Mark 1:18--willing to obey He had left his home to see John the Baptist--he had a hunger Mt. 19:27, We left everything to follow you Interesting to note the friends that Peter chose...those ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Hope With A Heartbeat

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 15, 2000
    based on 204 ratings
     | 9,638 views

    Real hope is living hope

    Hope with a Heartbeat 1 Peter 1:3-5 November 14, 1999 1. High school football A. A major game 1.) We were in a tie for first place 2.) The opponent was not impressive 3.) The game was great – We were down by 7 at the half - There’s still a lot of hope for a championship B. The second half 1.) The ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    No Pain, No Gain

    Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2001
    based on 68 ratings
     | 14,571 views

    Life is not without pain but even though we go through painful experiences God can take them and use them for a great gain in our life.

    No Pain, No Gain Leave the past and move into the future! Thesis: Life is not without pain but even though we go through painful experiences God can take them and use them for a great gain in our life. Text: I Peter 1:1-9 1 Peter 1:1 (NIV) 1Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    I Just "Gotta” Wear Shades! Series

    Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jun 24, 2005
    based on 7 ratings
     | 3,206 views

    God desires for you to have a future and a hope!

    Life gives us plenty of reasons for despair, doesn’t it? When disappointment comes, I sometimes think about a quote: “It doesn’t matter how far you fall, but how high you bounce.” Once, I shared the first part with someone hoping they would finish the last part and end up being encouraged. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gods Pilgrims Series

    Contributed by Gary Wagoner on Jan 13, 2005
    based on 8 ratings
     | 5,475 views

    we are Gods pilgrims...chosen by Him and on the journey we will meet trying times but we must remember what He has promised

    1 Peter 1 Gods Pilgrims Jan 05 Thesis: Christians are only pilgrims in this world which is not our home. Introduction: Someone said the word Bible can be written out, using each letter, B-i-b-l-e, to mean Basic Instructions Before Leaving Earth. 1 Peter is a guide for Christian ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You In The Will? Series

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 21, 2005
    based on 30 ratings
     | 3,411 views

    Are you in the Will of God? Do you want to receive an inheritance from God? Live in the will, be in the Will.

    INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE 2 „X There are times when life is a real struggle. The health starts to go bad, bills start pouring in, and debt starts to accumulate. Problems start to happen in the marriage. Your children start to cause you a lot of trouble. You job is no longer as secure as you once ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    To God Be The Glory

    Contributed by Bart Leger on Feb 2, 2005
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,073 views

    I really believe God is able to use us, no matter what our education, or training or even our past involves.

    To God Be the Glory! Do you sometimes feel you are useless, or that your life is not making a difference? I believe these are questions most of us deal with when reflecting upon our lives. We may be asking ourselves, “Is God really able to use me to make a difference in other people’s lives?” I ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Greater Than Gold

    Contributed by James Gillis on Oct 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,694 views

    Our Faith is Like Gold. Precious but needing purification

    Intro- What is faith. Is the heater element hot? Here we have three points of what faith is and hopefully a little deeper. Read Text. 1. New Birth- First it is given not earned but by God’s great mercy. Unless Born again God’s power like the wind we don’t always understand it or see it ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Introduction To 1 Peter Series

    Contributed by H. Kevin Derr on Sep 13, 2004
    based on 37 ratings
     | 6,316 views

    A general introduction to the book of First Peter

    August 29, 2004 First Church of the Brethren H. Kevin Derr 1 Peter 1:1-9 “Introduction to 1 Peter & the Greeting” Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, strangers in the world, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, 2who have been chosen according to ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    The Chosen Pilgrims Series

    Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Sep 22, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,542 views

    Peter reminds us that God has chosen us in Christ Jesus to live like pilgrims and strangers in this world. But, do we have a pilgrim’s mindset and lifestyle?

    The Chosen Pilgrims 1 Peter 1:1-2; 2:11-12 Verse 1 - “Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, to those who reside as aliens, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia, who are chosen…” The letter writer begins by introducing himself. He simply states that he is “Peter, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Jose Gomez Sr. avatar

    Signs Of A Church That Impact's It's Community

    Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 25, 2004
    based on 28 ratings
     | 3,776 views

    Learn how the church can impact their communities for Christ.

    "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who according to His great mercy has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to obtain an inheritance which is imperishable and undefiled and will not fade away, reserved in heaven ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational