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  • Darren Ethier avatar

    Simon The Sorceror: Bargaining With God Series

    Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 21, 2002
    based on 109 ratings
     | 24,669 views

    Part 6 of 6 of the series, Who’s That? Stories of little known people of the Bible. We skip ahead in time for this message into the period of the New Testament. And here in the book of Acts we discover a man who doesn’t like losing control...  

    SIMON THE SORCEROR: BARGAINING WITH GOD Acts 8:4-25 Read at beginning of service: Acts 17:22-28 (NIV) 22 Paul then stood up in the meeting of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens! I see that in every way you are very religious. 23 For as I walked around and looked carefully at your objects of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Jonathan Busch avatar

    To The Unknowns

    Contributed by Jonathan Busch on Nov 10, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
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    Veterans Day. In Arlington cemetery stands a Tomb that symbolizes the unknowns lost in war. In many communities there are Tombs that symbolize an unknown. Their spires reach to the sky. Each Sunday People Pay Tribute to an unkown God.

    “To The Unknowns” Text: Acts 17:16-31 AM NOTE : Special Veterans Day Sermon Intro: This morning I would like to bring you a message entitled “To The Unknowns” Tomorrow is Veterans Day and many across our nation will be stopping for a time to remember those who have served to protect the freedoms ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • A. Todd Coget avatar

    Maturity Series

    Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Aug 15, 2002
    based on 56 ratings
     | 16,496 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
     | 17,711 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

  • Howard Parnell avatar

    Stealing God's Glory

    Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 18, 2002
    based on 27 ratings
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    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

  • David Cambridge avatar

    How To Study The Bible

    Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 20, 2002
    based on 74 ratings
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    There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief guidelines (See also How To Study The Bible 2).

    How To Study The Bible Guidelines Introduction There are many who do not study God’s word because they don’t know how. This lesson offers a few brief guidelines. I. If You Do Not Study A. You cannot act in faith (Romans 14:23). B. Willful sins of ignorance will not be forgiven (2 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Terry Hensley avatar

    3 Ingredients For A Successful Church.

    Contributed by Terry Hensley on Jan 31, 2002
    based on 48 ratings
     | 7,345 views

    I’m not no cook, but I know that for a cook to be able to make a meal that’s just out of this world; the cook must use the right ingredients. The same emphasis is necessary for the success of a Christian in his efforts to win the lost, in this world of wi

    3 Ingredients For A Successful Church Text: Acts 17: 1-9 A. What we need in the church is some more trouble-markers! Trouble-makers? Yes, Trouble-makers! That’s what the enemies of the church called the Christians at Thessalonica. They said they were the ones, “who have caused trouble all ...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
     | 6,315 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Traditional & Cultural Factors

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 13, 2001
    based on 34 ratings
     | 5,561 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

  • MELVIN NEWLAND avatar

    In My Whole Life Nobody ... Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Melvin Newland on Aug 14, 2001
    based on 104 ratings
     | 9,120 views

    "I guess I was a kind of an unruly girl or something, so maybe they didn’t want me. I attended a church college, too. But nobody ever said a word to me about becoming a Christian. So I never did."

    MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED: 2016) TEXT: Acts 8:34-39; Matthew 10:32 ILL. Last week I began Part 1 of this 3-part sermon series by telling about a young lady I had never met before who asked if she could talk with me about a problem concerning ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001
    based on 50 ratings
     | 3,452 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Paul's Missionary Approach To The Thessalonicans

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 16, 2001
    based on 41 ratings
     | 6,669 views

    Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans

    Paul’s Missionary Approach To the Thessalonicans Coming to Thessalonica, Paul and Silas were able to preach in the synagogue for only three weeks with outstanding success despite incredible opposition. Quickly, the Jews incited a riot against the missionaries and their host, Jason. (Acts 17:1-9) ...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
     | 5,917 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

  • Michael Hensley avatar

    It Only Takes A Few

    Contributed by Michael Hensley on Sep 22, 2001
    based on 140 ratings
     | 7,434 views

    Two small groups turned the world upside down. Compares Paul and Silas and the hijackers of the Attack on America. Speaks of motive.

    Making a BIG difference is not as unlikely as it may seem. We have before us, today, two examples of small groups that turned the world upside down. The first group: The hijackers. 19 hijackers have turned the world upside down. (Think about that number, only 19!)  Less people than it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Are You A Bar Hopper?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 12, 2001
    based on 57 ratings
     | 5,150 views

    Some Christians would do well in the bar scene as they already have some of the habits.

    Are You A Bar Hopper? I know this is a rather unusual title for a sermon. I do see a similarity between bar hoppers and some Christians. I am not referring to consumption of alcohol, though some might imbibe, but rather in their choices of establishments and other desires. In ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist