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Your Righteousness Must Exceed That Of The Pharisees-Clean The Inside Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 26, 2008

Hypocrisy is 1) CURSED FOR ITS EXCLUSION, ITS 2) SUBVERSION 3)PERVERSION 4)INVERSION 5)EXTORTION AND SELF-INDULGENCE 6)CONTAMINATION AND 7)PRETENSION

A majority of adults who don’t attend church say they believe in God, but they have other feelings about the institution of church. A recent survey of 1 402 adults who don’t attend church, not even on holidays, found that 72 percent thought the church ‘is full of hypocrites,’ In Canada over the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:13-33

Denomination: Other

In The Beginning

Contributed by Troy Borst on Aug 29, 2001

Our God is the Creator

IN THE BEGINNING GENESIS 1:1-2 INTRODUCTION I think it is very appropriate that the first book of the Bible is titled Genesis. Genesis means “beginnings” and this book contains many origins and beginnings. The book of Genesis records for us, by Moses (yes I do believe he was the original ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4, Genesis 1:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beginning God

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 30, 2011

God was the only creator

THE BEGINNING GOD Genesis 1:1-5 First, We want to note that God was in the beginning. The Bible begins with God and so we must begin with him always. Back of all, above all, before all is the God of Genesis. First in our thoughts; first in rank and station and power is the God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Natural Disasters & The God Of The Bible

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 28, 2005

How does God fit into the natural disasters prevelent in our world?

Natural Disasters and the God of the Bible We live in an age when even the church has tried to become politically correct. We have tried to candy coat God into a nice little good God who loves and never hurts anyone. He never gets angry at sin, or judges or condemns anyone -let alone ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Trial By Felix

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 2, 2008

Paul faces trial by the Roman authorities and appeals to Caesar.

I. PRAYER II. Introduction a. This week, the Presidential race officially began. The Democrats were seen heating up the airwaves and newspapers in Iowa, as the American public sees their potential voting field trimmed down somewhat. b. President Bush, on the other hand, addressed the nation in a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Chicken Littles: The Unfounded Fears Of Atheists Today

Contributed by Chuck Colson on Aug 13, 2008

Didn’t you know? The Southern Baptist Convention is going to take over the U.S. government! So says Kevin Phillips, author of American Theocracy—one of many anti-theist writers jumping on the bestseller-list gravy train.

This article is from BreakPoint WorldView magazine: http://www.breakpoint.org/contentindex.asp?ID=146. -------------------------------------------------- Didn’t you know? The Southern Baptist Convention is going to take over the U.S. government! So says Kevin Phillips, author of American ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Boldness In Our Defense Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011

The world in rebellion against God and worldly people under the influence of Satan seek to destroy our faith. In light of this, and the times that we live in, it is important that Christians not only know what we believe but why we believe what we believe

A-Z Of Boldness A Bold Defense 1Pe 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: 2Ti 3:16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Be Deceived! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 3, 2004

Peter warns us in chapter two that we need to make sure that we do not become deceived by the false teachers that are out there claiming to represent God when they don’t even have a clue. He also reminds us to learn the lessons from the past about the con

2 Peter 2 – “Don’t Be Deceived!” Thesis: Peter warns us in chapter two that we need to make sure that we do not become deceived by the false teachers that are out there claiming to represent God when they don’t even have a clue. He also reminds us to learn the lessons from the past about the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Truth About The Gospel Of Judas

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

The rest of the story about the supposedly new gospel and why believers should not be shaken or surprised.

The Truth About the Gospel of Judas* 2 John 7-9 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Everyone has seen the headlines. It has been everywhere in the media. St. Louis and Hannibal papers carried the story. “A lost gospel has been found.” “Long-suppressed ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Loving God

Contributed by Mark Evans on Sep 12, 2003

Apologetic Sermon answering the question, "If God is really a Loving God…Why Does He Permit All The Evil Done In This World?

A Loving God Author: Pastor Mark Evans Text: John 3:16 Year 2001 STATISTICS: · A Woman is "Battered" every 15 seconds. · 1.3 Adult Women Are "Raped" Every Minute. · 45 Americans were Killed in "Alcohol Related Traffic Crashes" Each Day in 1994. · Approximately 6 Children Are Reported "Abused and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

"Why Does A Merciful And Loving God Allow Suffering?"-Case For Faith Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Mar 8, 2005

God doesn’t cause suffering. But in the midst of our doubt surrounding suffering, God uses those experiences to our benefit.

“Why Does a Merciful and Loving God Allow Suffering?” The Case for Faith Series Job 1:6-22 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ March 6, 2005 Theme: God doesn’t cause suffering. But in the midst of our doubt surrounding suffering, God uses those experiences to our ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-22

Denomination: Methodist

How Can A Grace-Filled God Send People To Hell - Case For Faith Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Mar 13, 2005

God sent His Son so that no one would have to be hell bound, but, as always, the choice is ours.

“How Can A Grace-filled God Send People to Hell?” The Case for Faith Series Matthew 13:24-30, 36-42 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ March 13, 2005 Theme: God sent His Son so that no one would have to be hell bound, but, as always, the choice is ours. Introduction – A ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-42

Denomination: Methodist

Isn't The Church Guilty Of Oppression And Violence? - Case For Faith Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Mar 21, 2005

The Church has made mistakes. We are imperfect. The narrow gate of God’s mercy and grace is needed by all. (This was a sermon preached on Palm Sunday.)

“Isn’t the Church Guilty of Oppression and Violence?” The Case for Faith Series Matthew 21:1-11 / Matthew 7:13-21 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ Palm/Passion Sunday ~ March 20, 2005 Theme: The Church has made mistakes. We are imperfect. The narrow gate of God’s mercy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-21

Denomination: Methodist

"Did Jesus Actually Rise From The Dead" - Case For Faith Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Mar 28, 2005

The Resurrection did happen and it did for a purpose. No has been able to prove otherwise.

Did Jesus Actually Rise From the Dead” The Case for Faith Series Matthew 28:1-8 (John 20:1-18) (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ Easter Sunday ~ March 27, 2005 Theme: The Resurrection happened for a purpose and no one has been able to prove otherwise! Introduction – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Doesn't Evolution Explain Creation - Case For Faith Series Series

Contributed by Greg Buchner on Feb 22, 2005

Evolution explains little of the doubt surrounding creation while the Biblical account of creation remains the most trustworthy source.

“Doesn’t Evolution Explain Creation?” The Case for Faith Series Genesis 2:1-7 (quotes taken from the NKJV unless noted) Wakelee Church ~ February 20, 2005 Theme: Evolution explains little of the doubt surrounding creation while the Biblical account of creation remains the most trustworthy and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist