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  • Michael Stark avatar

    The Christian Response To Social Evil

    Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 19, 2024
     | 1,945 views

    How shall followers of Christ respond to the growing wickedness of our world?

    “[Jesus] said to [His disciples], ‘Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven. But before all this they will lay their hands on you and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Does Evil Exist? Series

    Contributed by Jason Cole on May 7, 2007
    based on 24 ratings
     | 8,680 views

    As tragedies continue to strike many want to know why does evil exist? Why does a good God allow evil to take place?

    Questions For God: Why Does Evil Exist? Introduction: It has almost been two week since a gunman killed 32 people on the campus of Virginia Tech, many people were appalled at what took place, and if you are anything like me you were left wondering, why is there so much evil in the world? We think ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Ultimate Powers Of Love And Evil Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 8, 2012
     | 3,639 views

    The ultimate powers of love and evil were at work in Jesus' ministry.

    The Ultimate Powers of Love and Evil Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – January 30, 2011 Intro If you have been following this season of professional football… then you feel the moment that last Sunday led to… at the conclusion of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Halloween: Is Evil A Red Herring?

    Contributed by Scott Maze on May 19, 2021
     | 3,310 views

    The roots of Halloween have to do with pagan rituals but today, it’s more a night to celebrate. Not everything connected with the modern celebration is all fun and games. Any believer who is sensitive to the Holy Spirit will pull back on a number of elements associated with this celebration.

    According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend a projected $8.8 billion dollars on the holiday called Halloween in 2019. Almost 30 million will dress up and the average person will spend over $86 to celebrate. In fact, I have a neighbor who decorates more for Halloween than any ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Avoid Partiality (Part 2)

    Contributed by Tony Miano on Mar 25, 2001
    based on 91 ratings
     | 8,185 views

    This morning we’re going to look at the third reason in James’ argument against partiality. Partiality violates the Law of God.

    How To Avoid Partiality (Part 2) James 2:8-13 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church March 25, 2001 Introduction: “A deplorable incident occurred in the life of Mahatma Gandhi. He said in his autobiography that during his student days he was interested in the Bible. Deeply ...read more

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    How To Overcome Evil With Good Instead Of Being Overcome By Evil - 911

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 6, 2002
    based on 224 ratings
     | 44,553 views

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 (A message for the week of 911)

    How to Overcome Evil With Good Instead of Being Overcome By Evil – Rom. 12:21 75% of Americans said they felt depressed after the incident of 911, 2001. How are you feeling today? Some events in human history impact us so greatly, that we will forever remember the circumstance surrounding where ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dennis Clark avatar

    4 Errors To Avoid Like The Pleaque Series

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 3,968 views

    A look at Spiritual growth according to Paul

    I. Four errors to avoid like a plague A. Foolish questions 1. Foolish or stupid 2. Disputes 3. Why? a. time is too short, we have to redeem the time we have available b. such questions that are intended to cause error, miss lead B. Genealogies (speculation of origins and descendents ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Choose Wisdom And Avoid Destructive Waywardness

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jan 12, 2004
    based on 90 ratings
     | 18,346 views

    The Spirit of God teaches us how to gain a healthy fear, awe and worship of the Lord so we gain a spiritual wisdom that gives us the perspective on truth, love and the realities of people, problems and situations.

    Choose Wisdom and Avoid Destructive Waywardness How the Holy Spirit Leads Us With Wisdom - (Isa 11:2) "The Spirit of the Lord will rest on him - the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of counsel and of power, the Spirit of knowledge and of the fear of the Lord." Illustration: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Sail On, Avoid Becoming Shipwrecked"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 1, 2003
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,758 views

    Paul needs Timothy. In this message you will find a list of ten rocks to avoid lest you become a shipwreck!

    Text: 1 Timothy 1:18 This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; 19 Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having put away concerning faith have made shipwreck: 20 Of whom is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How Jesus Avoided Emotional Burnout

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 39 ratings
     | 5,272 views

    The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Ask the Lord to take away whatever burden you are facing allowing Him to do whatever He wants with your life - stop resisting His will!

    1. Jesus struggled with feelings of emotional discouragement like everyone, but He prayed, "Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done." (Luke 22:42) The Lord transferred all of his emotional pain to the care of His Father. Application: Ask the Lord ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    How To Avoid Second Guessing God

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 15, 2007
    based on 75 ratings
     | 7,287 views

    Biblical perspectives on dealing with life’s unanswered questions .

    How to Avoid Second Guessing God 1 Then Job replied to the Lord: 2 “I know that you can do anything, and no one can stop you. 3 You asked, ‘Who is this that questions my wisdom with such ignorance?’ It is I—and I was talking about things I knew nothing about, things far too wonderful for me. 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Erwin avatar

    How To Avoid The Bite And Stin Of Alcohol Series

    Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 14, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,340 views

    Don’t let the snake of alcohol bite you and poison your life.

    ILLUSTRATION: The bite of of snake and its effects Have you ever handled a snake? You know it is a very delicate matter to handle snakes. They can slip out of your hand very easily. When you don’t have them under control, a snake will do its best to snap at you and bite you. They hiss and then ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Avoiding Three Common Misuses Of The Bible

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 30, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,790 views

    Jesus points out some of the ways that the Pharisees, Herodians, and Sadducees are not interpreting the Word right.

    Three Common Misuses Of The Bible: 1. The highest use of your Bible knowledge is winning a theological argument. - Matthew 22:15-22. - For many people, the ultimate use of their Bible knowledge is the ability to show others (both Christians and non-Christians) that “I’m right and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeffery Anselmi avatar

    How To Avoid Becoming Devil Chow

    Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Dec 31, 2010
     | 5,412 views

    We need to be on the lookout for the roaring Lion called the Devil.

    INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The world can be a very difficult place to navigate at times. As we strive to live out or faith there are a lot of potential pitfalls. There are a lot of things that can trip us up if we are not careful. • We need to understand that that there are forces out there trying ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Tim Richards avatar

    Hell: The Place To Avoid At All Costs Series

    Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 3, 2005
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,026 views

    The second in a series on gaining an eternal perspective on life.

    Introduction: 1. The famous preacher John Killinger & his wife attended a small country funeral where the pastor got up & for most of the 15 minute sermon talked about the horrors of hell & how tragic it was that the deceased was probably there at that very moment. When they left John complained ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist