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  • John Fruner avatar

    God Must Not Be Good Because He Created Evil

    Contributed by John Fruner on Aug 13, 2002
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,066 views

    God is not the author of evil and suffering in the world. Evil and suffering are consequences of our actions. Original Sin.

    “God must not be good because He created evil.” There is no question that our world is filled with evil and suffering. We come into contact with it every day of our lives and are forced to deal with it on an emotional, intellectual and practical level. How can we believe that God is both good ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    If God's So Good, Why Does Evil Exist? Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 17 ratings
     | 12,268 views

    How do you reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of a good, all-powerful God? Part 5 of a series inspired by Philip Yancey’s book "Disappointment with God."

    If God’s so good, why does evil exist? Good question, and a question that theologians, philosophers, and even sceptics have dealt with for centuries. Several possible answers have been proposed, but each one seems to spark more questions. And we’re not going to be able to exhaustively answer that ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Our Good Works Makes Us Evil Workers

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 23, 2012
     | 3,312 views

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you done good before in your life thinking you can be righteous before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove we are justified by faith not by works. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:26-27 (New Livi

    I. EXORDIUM: Have you done good before in your life thinking you can be righteous before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove we are justified by faith not by works. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:26-27 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Then you will say, ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Yeast: How The Leaven Was Used To Show Good & Evil PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023
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    Explore the metaphorical significance of leaven in the Bible, emphasizing its power as an influence, the dangers of negative influence (bad leaven), and the blessings of positive influence (good leaven).

    Good morning, family. I want to talk with y'all today about something we encounter every day, yet we often overlook its deeper meaning: leaven. Yes, I'm talking about that stuff we use in bread. But beyond the kitchen, leaven, in the Bible, is a powerful metaphor. It can stand for influence, both ...read more

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    Evil Diversion

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 48,296 views

    A diversion is turning aside from a course that is to be followed. A diversion is a change of direction or an alternative route. It is also something designed to take away attention from the main course. Simply put, it is a change of direction.

    EVIL DIVERSION Dr. D. K. Olukoya Our Father in heaven, we thank You because you are El-Shaddai, You are the Jehovah- Jireh, the Jehovah-Shamah, and Jehovah Shalom who has all powers in His hands. Thank You for being our provider, shelter and rock. We thank You for the promotion, provision and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Evil Diversion

    Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 16, 2011
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     | 32,582 views

    Beloved, life is like a journey in three parts. There is the beginning, the course of the journey and the end. God has a divine purpose for us as a church. Apart from that collective purpose, God also has a divine purpose for us individually. What I mean

    Our Father in heaven, we thank you because you are El-Shaddai, You are the Jehovah- Jireh, the Jehovah-Shamah, and Jehovah Shalom who has all powers in His hands. Thank You for being our provider, shelter and rock. We thank you for the promotion, provision and breakthroughs you have given us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Evil Plans Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 14, 2013
     | 6,862 views

    A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 22 verses 1 through 6

    Luke 22: 1 – 6 Evil Plans 1 Now the Feast of Unleavened Bread drew near, which is called Passover. 2 And the chief priests and the scribes sought how they might kill Him, for they feared the people. 3 Then Satan entered Judas, surnamed Iscariot, who was numbered among the twelve. 4 So he ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Confronting Evil

    Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 18, 2005
    based on 57 ratings
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    1. Evil is real. 2. Jesus sought after radically evil people. 3. A radical conversion is necessary and available.

    Confronting Evil Luke 8:26-39 This powerful story of Jesus confronting evil is fascinating. If we had started the Scripture reading earlier in the chapter you would understand that Jesus and the disciples have just survived a terrible storm in a small fishing boat. The storm was blowing them ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Evil In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 21, 2014
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    Second in a series. The Parable of the Weeds helps us understand why there is evil in the midst of God's kingdom.

    Do you ever wonder why it’s often so hard to be a follower of Jesus? Perhaps like me, you once had some well meaning, but naïve person tell you that if you would just give your life to Jesus all your problems would go away, only to find out that is far from reality. I look around this room ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    A Good Conscience Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 4, 2006
    based on 87 ratings
     | 14,845 views

    Paul was able to live with a clear conscience...not DEFILED, SEARED, or EVIL, as are dangers for us. Link included to formatted text version, handout, and PowerPoint Template.

    A Good Conscience Acts 23:1 Have you ever been persecuted for your stand for Christ? If we’re living right, we’re to expect it: 2 Tim. 3:12 Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution. Matthew 5:11 Blessed are ye, when men shall revile you, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Origin Of Evil In Man (Part 1) Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Nov 2, 2021
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     | 2,351 views

    the biblical revelation of the original goodness of creation upholds the goodness - the holiness - of God. And it makes the source of evil outside of God. Because the source of evil is outside of God, God can and will conquer evil and ultimately save sinners.

    The Origin of Evil in Man – Part 1 November 7, 2021 Pastor Brad Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Genesis 3:1-7 Watch this and other sermons in this series at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 Our world is certainly obsessed with origins. It is typically at the origin of ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Battle Gear

    Contributed by Lanny Smith on Aug 24, 2021
     | 1,590 views

    There's a war going on. And we're in it.

    Battle Gear 2021 Summer Series / Ephesians 6:10–20   • We seem to be approaching the end of a 20 year military conflict in the Middle East. • No matter your opinion of whether or not that was a good idea, it’s undeniable that we’ve gotten used to America being at war. • We have a whole ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Battle Of The Gods Series

    Contributed by Damien Spikereit on Mar 2, 2001
    based on 130 ratings
     | 9,907 views

    God’s display of love and power demands a response.

    - Everybody loves a good showdown. A tough battle... mano e mano, one on one. And since it’s the beginning of the new year which means there are hundreds of lists out there. I though I would take us down memory lane and come up with what I think are the top ten showdowns, or battles in American ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Battle Within

    Contributed by Wendell Blackburn on Dec 28, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 14,096 views

    The demons we face and fight daily

    The Battle Within us!!! Acts 16:16-16:31 Matthew 24:6-7, "And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Real Battle Series

    Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,191 views

    Our battle is not an earthly one, but a spiritual one

    The Real Battle (Eph 6:10-20) Steve Simala Grant, November 24/25, 2001 Bridge from Mike’s Testimony into message. (Matt’s sermon also?). Today brings us to the end of our study of Ephesians, just in time for the season of Advent which begins next Sunday, and which Pastor Sue will be speaking at. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist