Character

"...that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world..." (Philippians 2:15).

As Christians, we are expected to shine as lights in a darkened world, setting an example for those inside and outside the faith. Our character must be refined until it stands out to all who come in contact with us.

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The if Factor

Once saved, always saved is a belief held by many in Protestantism today. A review of Bible scriptures that show that this belief is not supported by the Bible. What does the Bible say regarding salvation?
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Hope What Is Hope and Why Is It so Important in a Christian's Life?

Hope, particularly in difficult and challenging times, is something of critical importance. The loss of hope under any circumstances can lead to many ills and the making of destructive decisions.
A man reading a Bible in a grassy field.
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Above All Else, Guard Your Heart

While protecting your family and belongings is important, discover why Proverbs 4:23 says you should safeguard your heart more than anything else.
A young man sitting on the edge of wall with a laptop on his lap.
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Pursuing Virtue

What is virtue anyway? It's a simple idea, but it can change the way you do everything.
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Talents and Skill Are Not Enough

The business world is taking notice that just having skills and talents related to a job function is not all the is needed by a leader in a company. In this sermon, Charles Graby, a deacon serving in Atlanta and…
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Our Character

Having good character is defined here and presented through several examples from the Bible.
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4 Steps of Discipleship

We are called to be disciples. As we follow Christ’s example in making disciples, by His words we see that there are four steps or stages of discipleship.
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Can You Take It With You?

A common saying is "you can't take it with you", when you die, referring to money or other world goods. But, there is something you can take with you - righteous, Godly character.
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Conscience

God has a method for proper Godly contact with His Word and Spirit while we develop His Character in us. This God-given Spiritual process is the development of the communication mechanism our Father already put in each human. It must…
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Do the Comforts of Modern Life Make Our Lives Less Authentic?

Three ways to make sure you're pursuing an authentic life.
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Rebellion

A look at the rebellion of Korah and lessons we can apply in our personal lives - lessons such as the danger of murmuring.
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Guided by God's Word (Part 3) Resisting the Devil

As we continue our series on being Guided by God's Word, today we will explore the idea of resisting wrong. In our spiritual life we are at war. Sun Tzu, in his famous work, The Art of War, once said…
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Called to Stand and Wait

Waiting is tough. Yet it is part of the human condition and a requirement for Christians. While waiting can have negative effects, it can and should be an active rather than a passive state which God uses to build His…
What does God expect from us? He expects us to live as living sacrifices and to live with a transformed way of thinking. This is our calling.
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Striving to Do What Is Right

Let us keep our great hope—the purpose of why we were born—burning bright in our minds with the help of God’s Holy Spirit. This way we may do what is right and pleasing to God. And this way we might...
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What Is Character?

The life of a Christian is a life of developing godly character and it is very importance to realize the importance of the right type of character in our lives. (Presented to the Kingsport TN, Church)
Many details go into creating a building, from the idea, to the blueprint, to the construction.
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It’s in the Details

Have you ever been to an event where everything went “just perfectly,” right down to the last detail? The planner had a vision, and then incorporated the necessary details to make the evening memorable.
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Which Path Are You On?

While hopefully all of us want to be in the Kingdom of God, are we sure we’re on the right path to get there? It is all too easy to be on a path that will ultimately lead nowhere.
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Do You Have the Mind of Christ?

The mind of Christ is a unique mind in human history. What are its characteristics? Once we know those, do we have that kind of mind? And if not, how do we cultivate it?
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Imitate Jesus Christ

We must imitate Jesus Christ.
BT Daily -- Be a Person of Principle, Part 2: Trust
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Be a Person of Principle, Part 2: Trust

This one of the most important, yet most challenging principles to put into practice, but sometimes, it's all we have.
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