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  • Charles Wilkerson avatar

    How Do You Connect With Your World Series

    Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,606 views

    To reach the world you need to speak to it on its terms, in its language and with integrity

    In the early 1940s a young graduate of Wheaton College went to a small Baptist church in a Chicago suburb. His name was Billy Graham. Although he felt his gifts were more in the area of evangelism, he agreed to give it a go. Within several months, the church was growing, and so was his popularity. ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Maturity Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 16,922 views

    This sermon seeks to outline both the Scriptural precedence for and three characteristics of spiritual maturity.

    Maturity Acts 17 August 18, 2002 Intro: A. [Paul Harvey’s "For What It’s Worth"] Our For What It’s Worth Department hears from Hershey, Pennsylvania—where the woman in the Mercedes had been waiting patiently for a parking place to open up. The shopping mall was crowded. The woman in the Mercedes ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sanctity Of Life

    Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002
    based on 199 ratings
     | 17,853 views

    Today, January 20, 2002 is “SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE” throughout the nation. On this special occasion it is important for people know that our worth as a person is not based on what we do or whether we meet certain criteria or qualities (“quality of life”

    SANCTITY OF LIFE (Acts 17:24-30) Today, January 20, 2002 is “SANCTITY OF HUMAN LIFE” throughout the nation. On this special occasion it is important for people know that our worth as a person is not based on what we do or whether we meet certain criteria or qualities (“quality of life” ethic). ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Stealing God's Glory

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
     | 15,052 views

    We must beware of those things in our life that would steal glory from God.

    STEALING GOD’S GLORY Acts 17:22-33 INTRO. (You will need your Bibles open today and I want you to follow along carefully with me during this sermon.) Our text is a familiar one. These people did not know who God is. Paul tried to show them. Some listened and some did not. The message and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Three Different Reactions To God's Word Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 5, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 15,768 views

    Three different presentations of the gospel and three different receptions.

    A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 30 “Three Different Reactions to God’s Word” Acts 17:1-34 In the last chapter we examined three different salvation stories and tonight we are going to look at three different presentations of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Worship Without Understaning

    Contributed by Don Miller on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 148 ratings
     | 10,746 views

    Many times what we call worship is not God honoring and is actually misdirected. Genuine worship must be focused on God and who He is.

    Acts 17:22-31 Worship Without Understanding Don W. Miller Friendly Hope Baptist Church, Jonesboro, AR June 10, 2001 am Question: Can we really worship what we don’t know or understand? Don’t answer too hastily. Think about it. - According to Jesus: The Samaritans were doing so, John 4:22. - ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The God Of Destiny

    Contributed by Errol Joseph on Jun 14, 2001
    based on 65 ratings
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    Explores God’s perspective on the launching of a new church.

    DATE: June 14, 1998 TEXT: Acts 17:24-31 THEME: "The God of Destiny" INTRODUCTION Background - Paul at Athens. BODY I. WHAT IS DESTINY A. Destine - to determine beforehand. B. Predestine - to limit or mark out beforehand; to design definitely beforehand. C. To be like Christ (v. 10-11) ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • MaxiMiliano Zapata avatar

    The Pursuit Of God

    Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on Jun 19, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 9,473 views

    God has been after you for along time. He has pursued you despite time, nature and yourself.

    “The pursuit of God” {Acts 17:24-27} In confronting the thinking of the Athenians, Paul begins correcting their view of the “Unknown God” as he says in verse 23; “Now what you worship as something unknown, I am going to proclaim to you.” He begins by taking them back to the beginning of ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    How Did We Get Here? Series

    Contributed by Ricky Burke on Jul 5, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 10,987 views

    This is the third message in a series of sermons called, "The Basic Questions of Life."

    We are in the middle of a series of messages called, "The Basic Questions of Life." And one of the most basic questions people ask at some point in their lives is: "How did we get here?" This is an important question because it’s answer will determine how we live and view the world around us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are We Here? Series

    Contributed by Ricky Burke on Jul 5, 2001
    based on 78 ratings
     | 14,843 views

    This is the fourth sermon in a series of messages entitled, "The Basic Questions of Life."

    We are nearing the end of a series of messages called, "The Basic Questions of Life." This series has examined some of the basic questions most folks ask at some point in their lives. Questions such as: "Is there a God?" "Is the Bible reliable and true?" "How did we get here?" And the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Culturally-Relevant Church Series

    Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 11, 2001
    based on 114 ratings
     | 6,559 views

    Casting the vision for a culturally relevant, twenty-first century church

    The Catalytic Church: The Culturally-Relevant Church Scripture Reading: Acts 17:16-34 Dave and Diane had just moved, because of Dave’s job, to the small town of Catoosa, Oklahoma. The young couple had been struggling in many ways before, but the move made things worse. Diane had no ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Traditional & Cultural Factors

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,741 views

    Traditional & Cultural Factors in Growing and Planting Churches How To Evangelize a People Using Their Traditions

    Traditional & Cultural Factors in Growing and Planting Churches How To Evangelize a People Using Their Traditions Learning Objectives 1. The students will explain how to evangelize a people group with a knowledge of their traditions. 2. The students will discuss in a short paper how to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
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     | 3,571 views

    Paul learned how to adapt his communications to maximize its effects with the Athenians. We too should ask the Holy Spirit to direct our communications for its greatest results. The Spirit is able to empower, enable and influence the outcome of our commun

    CULTURALLY ADAPT YOUR COMMUNICATION Illustration: The Importance of Good Communications:Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don’t say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • James May avatar

    Leading Men To The Unknown God

    Contributed by James May on Sep 8, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,096 views

    Witnessing the message of the Gospel to a sinful world requires that we use wisdom in order to win them to Christ. Let’s follow Paul’s example at Mars Hill.

    Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Don Hawks avatar

    Questions Thinking People Ask Series

    Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 3, 2004
    based on 35 ratings
     | 4,371 views

    Part 1 of series of sermons on this topic--inspired by Adam Hamilton who did a similar series in his congregation, Church of the Resurrection

    (I have included web sites that I researched in the text of the sermon) (Graphic: http://psalmpublishing.bei.t-online.de/cover.html ) SLIDE 1 Prayer Greeting, attendance pads, Class 101 Read gospel: SLIDE 2 Matthew 2:1-2 Jesus was born in the town of Bethlehem in Judea, during the reign of ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist