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  • Mike Spain avatar

    Get Into It!

    Contributed by Mike Spain on Feb 25, 2002
    based on 38 ratings
     | 3,969 views

    Here is a message that is based from The 50 Day Spiritual Adventure "More Than Survivors". It’s has a bit of a postmodern feel to it, but with a strong challenge to get into the everyday world so many Christians are offended by.

    INTRO: Here’s a question! Have you ever spoken with someone visiting from another country? What’s the one thing we always seem to ask a foreigner? “How do you like America?” And what’s the one thing they always seem to say in return? “I like America. America very good”, or whatever the variation of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    Communicating Christ Effectively

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 4, 2002
    based on 417 ratings
     | 18,628 views

    Paul had four qualities that enabled him to effectively communicate Christ which we also need.

    COMMUNICATING CHRIST EFFECTIVELY Acts 17:16-34 INTRO.- ILL.- A stranger entered the church in the middle of the sermon and seated himself in the back pew. After a while he began to fidget. Leaning over to a white-haired man at his side, evidently an old member of the congregation, he whispered: ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002
    based on 36 ratings
     | 4,674 views

    How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

    How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    E.t. And The Resurrection?

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 3, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 4,023 views

    Using E.T as an illustration to link children with the Resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ

    Gunthorpe 05-05-02 Acts 17: 22-34 Paul the Apostle in Athens Story: I wonder how many of you have seen the film ET - that was first released 20 years ago (on 11th June 1982) and which has now just been re-released. For those who haven’t seen it – like me – the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Greg Nance avatar

    Getting The Message Out

    Contributed by Greg Nance on May 6, 2002
    based on 16 ratings
     | 2,983 views

    What makes you uncomfortable as a Christian? God can use that to motivate you to spread the gospel! Look at Paul’s example here in Acts 17

    Getting God’s Message Out. Acts 17:16-34 What do you do when you are surrounded by things that make you uncomfortable? When Paul came to Athens, he walked through town and was upset by all the idols that he saw there. Now just think about the different ways he could have responded to it. 1. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Don Schultz avatar

    Why Am I Here?

    Contributed by Don Schultz on May 9, 2002
    based on 51 ratings
     | 6,266 views

    Why am I here - God answers this question, among others, in this section.

    Acts 17:22-31: ONE QUESTION FOR GOD: WHY AM I HERE? Today, as you well know, is Mother’s Day. Today is the day that many people give and receive cards that express appreciation to their mothers for all the things that they do for their children. But not all children know who their mothers ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Lynn Floyd avatar

    Significance In The Body Series

    Contributed by Lynn Floyd on May 16, 2002
    based on 90 ratings
     | 5,698 views

    God has created us to be a significant part of the body of Christ, so what is each follower of Christ doing with what God has given to make a difference?

    The Search for Significance in the Body of Christ May 18, 2002 Intro: Show “Essentials” video from NAMB. Transition statement: If you knew without a doubt that you were on this planet for a reason what would you do? You would want to find out that reason right? We have been answering that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    You Were Formed To Be Part Of God's Family Series

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 23, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,951 views

    Diversity divides the human family, but understanding unites us. However, finally the fragmented family can be fixed only by faith. Part of a series to support the study of Warren’s The Purpose-Driven Life.

    A few years ago I began to pay attention to the tradition of family reunions in African-American families. I think it may have been when I learned that the Faulkners were driving to Massachusetts to meet other Faulkners. Or maybe it was when I found out that the Hairstons rent an entire hotel and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derrick Thompson, Sr. avatar

    Who Or What Do You Worship?

    Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jul 20, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 6,980 views

    True worship, genuine worship is an expression of our love for God.

    Let us pray Welcome.... A few weeks ago, Bro. Charles Johnson spoke at our revival, and his theme was, It’s time for a change. I believe a change is taking place, and last Sunday we all witnessed such a change...............elaborate... God has a way of moving whom he wants to move, when he ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Rodney Buchanan avatar

    I Believe In The Judgment Series

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 27, 2003
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,836 views

    1. The judgment means that justice will be done. 2. The judgment means that all sentences will be final 3. We can face the judgment with confidence.

    Why doesn’t God do something about the evil in the world?” How many times have you heard that question asked? But when you respond to that question by saying, “God will do something about the evil in the world; there will be a judgment when God will reward righteousness and punish evil,” people ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Melvin Shelton avatar

    The Last Judgment

    Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 15 ratings
     | 3,287 views

    From the first time you ever sinned, your placed yourself in a system that will lead to judgment and punishment.

    THE LAST JUDGMENT Acts 17: 31, Revelation 20: 11 From the first time you ever sinned, your placed yourself in a system that will lead to judgment and punishment. All of us know down deep in our hearts that there is a God. We know that God is in control. We know that sooner or later there is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Abraham Shanklin avatar

    Worship:what A Way To Live!

    Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Aug 1, 2003
    based on 69 ratings
     | 8,321 views

    Worship is the spiritual, intellectual, and emotional response to who God is and what God does. God is the focus of worship.

    Worship: What A Way To Live! Acts 17:16 – 23 Introduction Last week we looked at Discipleship. It was defined as the lifelong process of learning and following Jesus, going where He would go, doing what He would do, and saying what He would say. How did you do this past week? Where did you go ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Joe Mack Cherry avatar

    Paul At Mars Hill

    Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Oct 12, 2004
    based on 8 ratings
     | 3,936 views

    An indepth look at how Paul, though weary and worn, was able to assess a situation and teach the truth in love and ultimately bear fruit. A lesson in tactfulness.

    Paul On Mars Hill Text: Acts 17: 16-34 I. Introduction: Background A. Second Missionary Journey (with Silas & Timothy) 1. Full of struggles 2. Full of success 3. Shows the character and focus of Paul’s life B. Stops prior to Athens 1. Phillipi a. Lydia and her household ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Steve Shepherd avatar

    The City Was Full Of Idols

    Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 17, 2008
    based on 55 ratings
     | 6,325 views

    1- We must allow God to convict us 2- We must reason with those who will listen 3- We must preach the good news about Jesus

    INTRO.- Name that song? Remember that TV show? They would play a tune and the contestant would try to name that song. Ok, here’s another version of that contest: NAME THAT IDOL! What? Please play along with me. What’s the biggest idol that you’ve seen here in America? Let me help you with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Darren Rogers avatar

    Life On Mars

    Contributed by Darren Rogers on Sep 4, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,263 views

    There will always be some kind of opposition when preaching the Gospel and different results, but Paul shows that we should preach it anyway.

    Life on Mars Acts 17:15 – 34 I. Introduction Wherever Paul went he preached the Gospel, Athens was no different. He is invited to explain his message at the open forum on Mars’ Hill. II. Main Body A. The Title of his message (Verse 23) 1. The Unknown God a. People Worship anything b. People ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist