Sermons about Cultural Conflict

Transformed By Truth: Proclaiming Christ In A Confused Culture (Acts 17) Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2024

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Acts 17 is a chapter that reveals the Apostle Paul proclaiming the message of Christ in a world filled with competing ideas and idols. Our world, much like Paul’s, is confused and in need of truth

Transformed by Truth: Proclaiming Christ in a Confused Culture Text: Acts 17 (NLT) Introduction: Today we explore Acts 17 — a chapter that reveals the Apostle Paul proclaiming the message of Christ in a world filled with competing ideas and idols. Our world, much like Paul’s, is confused and in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-9, Acts 17:10-12, Acts 17:16-34, Acts 17:32-34, 2 Timothy 2:15, Galatians 6:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

#2 Reconcile Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Apr 14, 2020

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Conflict is a catalyst for growth in Christians because we called to be more. Conflict leads to holiness.

READ as the INTRO 15 The Son is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For in him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things have been created through him and for him. 17 ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15, Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Pains Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Oct 16, 2016

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The good news and the bad news is that growth brings people and new people bring different ideas. What do we do in times of conflict? Check out these thoughts from the church in Jerusalem.

Growing pains- they can be a good thing. There’s a saying that goes, “What doesn’t kill you will make you stronger.” Growing pains can also be bad- after all, they’re a pain. It hurts. As a child growing to maturity, there are a number of times you go through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Settle Disputes Like A Christian Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016

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The Corinthians were pretty American - they loved suing each other. So Paul tells them to stop it and do it the grace way!

As you can see this morning we are passionate about being a gateway for the gospel to goto the nations. I want to see heaven populated with people from all nations because of what we have been partnering with the Spirit in here! Apostle Paul had a similar passion and he had a problem in Corinth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Family Feuds - Pt. 4 - The Fixed Fight Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 15, 2017

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Unfortunately, Family Feuds don’t only occur on a game show...they are a reality.

Family Feuds Pt. 4 - The Fixed Fight I. Introduction At odds. At each other’s throats. Fights. Family Feuds. Good TV. Terrible life. When Family Feuds slip over into real life they are very seldom laughing matters. Family Feuds create life long limps and open wounds. Wrong words, looks, actions ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27-34, Genesis 27:32-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus: Rule-Giver Or Life-Giver?

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 15, 2011

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Being a follower of Jesus is not about adhering to a set of rules which makes your life dull, boring, and lifeless.

Jesus: Rule-giver or Life-giver? July 10, 2011 John 2:1-11 Intro: I sat down this past week with my Bible, and decided to read the Gospel of John – I planned to read the whole thing and see if I noticed any of our popular conceptions about Jesus being dumped on their heads by the actual, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Can We Do For Our Country?

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 9, 2013

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1. We must be aware of the battles we face (vs. 8-9). 2. We must be faithful to follow God (vs. 9-12). 3. We must be open to every opportunity for service (vs. 12-13). 4. We must look to the Lord for salvation (vs. 14-16).

What Can We Do for Our Country? Exodus 17:8-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Nov. 4, 2012 *Forty years ago I was a very skeptical young man, as well as an extremely liberal atheist. I was actually a card-carrying member of the ACLU, and I was cynical. Mostly I was cynical about ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

Willing Waiters

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on May 12, 2009

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: The CAUSE of Conflict

A guide at Blarney Castle in Ireland was explaining to some visitors that his job was not always as pleasant as it seemed. He told them about a group of disgruntled tourists he had taken to the castle earlier in the week. "These people were complaining about everything," he said. "They didn’t like ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

Manner And Message Of Paul

Contributed by Richard Tow on Feb 1, 2016

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The manner of Paul's life was consistent with the message God had given him to preach. Now Paul is telling these leaders to follow his example (his lifestyle) and hold to the same message. This is something we as Christians must do today.

Manner & Message of Paul  (08-16-15 www.LifeChurchSpringfield.org) We take as our text ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-27

Denomination: Charismatic

How Paul Might Have Practiced Contextualization In A Cross-Cultural Ministr

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

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HOW PAUL MIGHT HAVE PRACTICED CONTEXTUALIZATION IN A CROSS-CULTURAL MINISTRY

HOW PAUL MIGHT HAVE PRACTICED CONTEXTUALIZATION IN A CROSS-CULTURAL MINISTRY Introduction - Paul believed in the POWER of the gospel to transform lives. Yet he also appreciated the COMPLEXITY of this process. He resisted any attempts to submit to the indoctrination process of Pharisaicalism. He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Score And Ten

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 12, 2009

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For 1989, 70th anniversary of the church. Three Scriptures with the number "70" in them ... life includes pain and conflict; but we are to forgive without reservation; God knows the plans He has for the next 70 years of this church.

We’ve reached a milestone, a real milestone. Seventy years old. That’s a good long while. That is, in fact, a lifetime, according to one of the Scriptures I’m going to read, the typical, average lifetime of a human being. And it’s not too bad for an institution like a church. We’ve been here, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Go And Be A Blessing Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 27, 2016

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In the face of change, go and be a blessing.

When I say the word “Viking”, what comes to mind? For me, the word conjures up medieval people of the sea, who terrorized the poor land lubbers on the coasts of Europe and other places. However, the Vikings didn’t see themselves that way. They thought of themselves as farmers and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Family Practice Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 29, 2022

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Conflict isn't bad. Conflict is part of life. But there are constructive ways of dealing with conflict, ways that destroy families and communities, and destructive ones.

Early in my pastoral career a nearby hospital released a 7-week-old baby to her homeless, drug-addicted mother even though the child was at severe risk of pulmonary arrest. The hospital provided the mother with an apnea monitor to warn her if the baby stopped breathing while asleep, and trained her ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Listing To Human Advice Even When It Conflicts With The Divine Word.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Dec 19, 2001

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Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent –December 30th, 2001 Title: “Listing to human advice even when it conflicts with the Divine Word.” Isaiah 7: 10-14

Year A. 4th Sunday of Advent –December 30th, 2001 Title: “Listing to human advice even when it conflicts with the Divine Word.” Isaiah 7: 10-14 Ahaz was the Davidic king of Judah, the southern kingdom, from 735 until 715BC. Israel’s king, the northern kingdom, also called Ephraim, Pekah, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:10-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Islam/Christ: Understanding Our Faith During Conflict With Iraq

Contributed by Robert Parker on Oct 8, 2001

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In these turbulant times with IRAQ and other nations, it is important for Christians to understand ISLAM, its history and the Muslim faith. This sermon addresses the differences between Islam’s Muhammad and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Minister the

I would like for you to follow me into the Book of Luke Chapter 9 verses 18 - 23. "Jesus said that if any Man will come after me, let him deny himself. And take up the cross daily" So here we are with Jesus teaching for the disciples of his day and the disciples of this day. And Jesus is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-23, Luke 9:28-35

Denomination: Christian Church

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