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  • Unknown God

    Contributed by Tim Zukas on May 4, 2005
    based on 34 ratings
     | 13,844 views

    Paul in Athens - heavy on background - witness in the marketplace

    Two preachers were on the roadside with a sign that read, "The End is Near – Turn Back Now". A passing driver yelled "leave us alone you religious nuts". Then the preachers heard squealing breaks followed by a loud splash. One preacher said to the other, "I told you we should have just said "Bridge ...read more

  • The Sovereign Lord Judges Idolatry

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,042 views

    BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A.

    BACKGROUND (1:1) -- Gives the Coordinates: A. Personal word of the Lord to prophet Micah = "Who is like Yahweh?" how can idolatry even be an option in light of the uniqueness and majesty of our God? We should listen because the message has divine authority B. Geographical Moresheth -- SW Judah on ...read more

  • Introduction To The Book Of Daniel Series

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 30, 2021
     | 3,231 views

    A few background details before getting into the study.

    Tonight, we begin a more detailed look at the book of Daniel. I’m not exactly sure where God will lead us in this study. There are only 12 chapters in the book of Daniel but I’m not sure how detailed God will get us. But I anticipate this study taking 5-6 months or longer. So, hang on. Fasten ...read more

  • The Examen: Prayer At The End Of The Day Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 9, 2023
     | 891 views

    This sermon looks at the background and steps involved in the Examen

    March 8, 2023 The second in a Lenten series on Prayer Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Psalm 139:23-24; Romans 12:2 The Examen: Prayer at the End of the Day Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. The philosopher Socrates ...read more

  • A Messiah Who Gives Caution Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 29, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,160 views

    We need to heed Jesus’ cautions and steer clear of the traps of life.

    A Messiah Who Gives Caution Text: Matt. 6:19-24 Introduction 1. Illustration: Several years ago at a Promise Keepers conference, Dennis Rainey placed animal traps on stage. They were big ones too. Bear traps and even an African safari large animal trap that took two men to open. There were a ...read more

  • The Bound-Tos And The Kaint Hep Its Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 24, 2010
     | 2,463 views

    We don't have to be experts in order to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ

    St. Anne & Joachim July 26, 2010 You Will Be My Witnesses A few years ago, a U.S. President was facing his last term and began to wonder about his “legacy.” In other words, what would he be remembered for? Jeshua ben Sira, whom we know as Sirach, wrote the answer about a hundred ...read more

  • The Night Of The Living Debt Series

    Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,757 views

    A message about the terrible monster of debt and how to live above materialism and greed.

    INTRO How many remember those old B movies? A) Attack of the Killer Tomatoes B) ___________________________ C) ___________________________ -Today I want to deal with a monster that is more real than the ones listed. -Bringing financial death; emotional stress and marital ...read more

  • Toy Service

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Dec 12, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,421 views

    Is Santa or Jesus more important at Christmas?

    Toy service 2009 I came across this story recently on the internet It is about a boy named Paul, who lived in America. One day Paul was talking to his friends at school, and he said "I know what Christmas is about. It is about the birth of Jesus.” "That’s rubbish," said one of his friends. ...read more

  • Prosperity Gospel Series

    Contributed by James Parker on Mar 6, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,518 views

    There is a new gospel being preached, the "Prosperity Gospel". What should we do with it?

    Prosperity Gospel ? Random thoughts Galatians 1:6-10 "6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. 8 But though we, or an angel ...read more

  • Covenant Of The Rainbow

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 26, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 15,210 views

    Lent should be more than giving up drinking or chocolate for a few weeks. What does Lent say to us?

    Audio File Link: http://player.sermoncentral.com/c/bethanyumcpastor/audio/191456_15567.mp3 Then God said to Noah and to his sons with him, 9“As for me, I am establishing my covenant with you and your descendants after you, 10and with every living creature that is with you, the birds, the ...read more

  • Our Economic Downturn: A Time To Refocus, Part 2

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 3, 2009
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,061 views

    Our economic downturn and insecurity can force us back to the Word of God and a reassessment of our philosophy of life: What do we REALLY believe?

    Our Economic Downturn: A Time to Refocus, Part 2 (I Timothy 6:17-19) 1. Editorial by Rod Dreher, Dallas Morning News appeared in the KT, "People wonder how to get what they want but rarely think about what they should want." 2. How true. Did you ever consider that you shouldn’t want some of ...read more

  • "Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus' Wish List" Series

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 13, 2011
    based on 14 ratings
     | 10,885 views

    A sermon about materialism.

    Matthew 25:31-46 “Christmas Is Not Your Birthday: Jesus’ Wish List” (based on Mike Slaughter's Book) I remember being about Mary Ellen’s age and trying to remember what I had given my sister Lisa the previous Christmas. Not able to recall, I went and asked ...read more

  • The Man Who Had It All - Almost!

    Contributed by Tim Diack on Jan 10, 2012
     | 7,222 views

    The rich young ruler had it all - almost! One thing kept him from that which he needed the most - Jesus. What one thing is there in your life that is keeping you from coming to Jesus or going deeper with him?

    The Man Who Had It All – Almost! - Luke 18:18-30 - January 8, 2012 One day a father of a very wealthy family took his son on a trip to the country with the firm purpose of showing his son how poor people live. They spent a couple of days and nights on the farm of what would be considered ...read more

  • What Kind Of Excuse Do You Have?

    Contributed by Jimmy Haile on May 12, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 10,990 views

    Everybody seems to have an excuse why they can’t or don’t serve the Lord!

    A man who bought a brand new Mercedes and got out on the interstate. It was a convertible and the top was down, the breeze was blowing through his hair, and he decided he would open it up to see what it could do. The needle hit 80 miles an hour, then 90, then 100, then 110, then 120, even 130. All ...read more

  • American Idol Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 12, 2014
     | 7,307 views

    A look at the different idols we worship.

    American Idol June 29, 2014 Isaiah 44:9-20 As I was doing my Bible reading this week, I read Psalm 115 and I immediately thought of Isaiah 44. We’ll read these passage in a bit. I had a different topic and scripture planned for today, but I felt the Lord leading me to talk about this ...read more