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The History Of The World Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rev Michael Wilhite on Mar 4, 2008

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An exposition of the prophecy of Nebuchadnezzar’s statue in Daniel 2.

THE HISTORY OF THE WORLD, PART I Series: Against the Grain Limestone Baptist Church, Bedford, IN Rev. Michael Wilhite February 24, 2008 at 10:30am Daniel 2:24-45 OPENING THOUGHTS · PRAY HERE · This morning we are coming to one of the most awe-inspiring prophecies in the Bible. Daniel chapter two ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-45

Denomination: Baptist

The Uniqueness Of Christ In A Pluralistic World Series

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 17, 2008

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"I am the way, the truth and the life"

Dr Tim Keller is the senior minister in a church next to the world trade centre – the Redeemer Church. And he talks about a debate he was in with a Muslim scholar before a university audience. The debate went on as most of those debates do with perfect civility as they expressed their point of ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Unchanging Faith In A Changing World

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 17, 2007

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If the Apostles were living today I believe they would see all the advancement in technology as more ways to get the good news of the gospel out to the world.

Unchanging Faith in a Changing World I Peter 3:13-17 If the Apostles were living today I believe they would see all the advancement in technology as more ways to get the good news of the gospel out to the world. Researchers tell us that over 50% of Americans own cell phones, 70% own personal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

When Your World Is Shaken

Contributed by Malcolm Chester on Sep 25, 2007

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A short sermon preached as part of a broadcast on BBC Radio for the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year C

Today is one of those days. A day when you look at the gospel reading and wish that you weren’t preaching, or that you could roll over in bed and go back to sleep. The gospel for today is about the end times. It’s quite frightening stuff really with those images of nation against nation, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Methodist

Complaint-Free World Reprised Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Oct 28, 2007

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Today is Celebration Sunday for the year 2007 here at Bridgewater United Methodist Church. This fall we’ve been talking about and studying guidelines to living a more abundant life.

INTRODUCTION: Review of guidelines to an abundant life: • I must tithe all that I receive to the person, place, or institution where I receive my spiritual food. • I must set clear-cut, tangible goals. • I must forgive everyone all the time, including myself. • I must seek, discover, and follow my ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Methodist

Obeying God In Spite Of The World

Contributed by Kevin Shelton on Nov 4, 2008

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Learn to trust GOD in spite of our circumstances, and obey his word, just like Noah.

Obeying GOD in spite of the World Genesis 6:1-8 1And it came to pass, when men began to multiply on the face of the earth, and daughters were born unto them, 2That the sons of God saw the daughters of men that they were fair; and they took them wives of all which they chose. 3And the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

World Religions - 1 Islam Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 6, 2008

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Islam is a religion of works founded by a warlord. The good news, however, as that grace and truth have been revealed in Jesus Christ.

A Christian’s Guide To World Religions Part-1 “What About Islam?” Galatians 2:17-21 Introduction A missionary in India spoke near a fountain on the subject, “Jesus, the Water of Life.” A Muslim interrupted, “Your religion is like this little stream of water, but Islam is like a great ocean!” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:17-21

Denomination: Christian Church

World Religions - 2 Hinduism Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 13, 2008

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All things are not equal. All roads do not lead to the same destination. Our experience bears this out. Who among us would trust our own guesses when traveling on a long road trip of many hundreds of miles rather than trusting a compass and a map? Let

What About Hinduism? Revelation 5:11-13 Introduction A Hindu said to a native missionary, “I am sure if I lead a good life and do what is right, giving up my bad habits, God will be pleased with me and receive me into heaven.” “That is the way most people reason today,” replied the missionary. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:11-13

Denomination: Christian Church

World Religions - 3 Buddhism

Contributed by Chris Surber on Nov 20, 2008

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In Buddhism enlightenment is achieved through pouring one’s self out. In Christ, grace has been poured out unto us!

What About Buddhism? Titus 3:1-7 Introduction Frederick Buechner, in his book Now and Then, has a section on his comparison of the teachings of Buddha and of Jesus Christ, a topic he wrestled with when he was teaching at Phillips Exeter Academy: “Finally, lest students of comparative religion be ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Christian Church

A Thankful Heart In An Unthankful World Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Nov 24, 2008

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this message examines how to remain thankful despite living in a culture that feels its entitled to what it has.

How many of you would agree that we live in a thankless society? The majority of our culture lives with an attitude of entitlement. We feel we are entitled to better pay, better benefits and more stuff. We feel if we cannot afford it, the government should pick up the check. We have basically ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A World Crying From The Quicksand

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 26, 2008

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We get bogged down by responsbilities. The way out is first to act responsibly, second to tell others what God is doing in you, and ultimately to yield to our Savior.

One afternoon I came by the church to pick up a few things. I parked around the back, and there discovered two of our members, plus our sexton, in major trouble. These men had purchased a heavy-duty safe for the church office, and were intent on moving it inside. The safe had been hauled here on a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A World Where Nothing Is Lost

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 28, 2008

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A fish that would not die symbolized the Christ who is able to give a relationship that will never end, as opposed to our typical dependence on things or on information to make us secure.

We have, at our house, a small miracle. I can only call it a miracle. Maybe we ought to build a small shrine to house this miracle. The miracle is the incredible, indestructible fish. Our own private incredible, indestructible fish. You see, from time to time somebody in our household will decide ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Church That Wins Its World Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 18, 2008

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Acts 2 describes the qualities that allowed the early church to reach its world for Christ.

1. Illus. of my grandson Michael • Not quite a year old. • Didn’t get to see him last weekend. • He has grown 6 inches and gained a hundred pounds! • Not really, but it seems like it! • But that is what you want! Babies are supposed to grow! 2. I want to talk to you today about growing churches. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:43-47

Denomination: Baptist

When The World Seems To Be Winning

Contributed by Larry Finley on Apr 24, 2008

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Things to remember when you are in a corner

CORRUPTION & CORRECTION OF MANKIND 4/13/08 Romans 3 S__L__R__ 1. Summation of God’s Indictment of man a. Ro. 1:18-32 – degradation of humanity 1. 1 in 5 have an incurable STD a. incurable & transmittable b. abstinence? – pill that might help 2. FTU – newest form of dating “holidate” ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:15-22

Denomination: Baptist

Introducing God To Our World

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Apr 27, 2008

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Learning from Paul’s encounter with the citizens of Athens this sermon helps us to see how we can introduce God to the people we interact with in lives

One of the foundational messages of Christianity is around the focus of love. As we flip through the pages of scripture love is dominant. God’s love for us, our love for God and our love for others. Our parish mission statement even reflects this; Because of God’s amazing grace we live to love the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

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