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  • PB Stetser avatar

    The Joy Of "Do-Overs" (Living In An Etch-A-Sketch Culture)

    Contributed by Pb Stetser on Jul 6, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 5,433 views

    This is a sermon about the fact that God provides a way to ’start-over’ (powerpoint slides available upon request)

    The Joy of “Do-Overs” Preached 01-18-04 by Captain PB Stetser As with all of my sermons, the PowerPoint slides I used are available if you think they would be helpful. Simply email me at PBStetser@use.salvationarmy.org and request the slides for the specific sermon. Blessings! PB What are ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

  • Dave McFadden avatar

    “finding Help To Live In An Anti-Christian Culture”

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Jul 14, 2014
     | 9,789 views

    In an ever-increasing anti=Christian culture, how are American Christians to respond?

    We live in a scary time. During my lifetime, I remember a time when our country was what I would call, “Christianized.” In witnessing, you could start with statements like, “You believe the Bible, don’t you?” or “Where’s your church membership?” ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    How To Live For God In A Pagan Culture / Earning Street Cred Series

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 2, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,402 views

    Christians who consistently demonstrate spiritual integrity earn "Christian cred."

    Title: How to Live for God in a Pagan Culture / “Street Cred” Text: Daniel 1, 2 and 6 Thesis: Christians who consistently demonstrate spiritual integrity earn Christian cred. Series: The Bible in 90 Days Whole Church Challenge Introduction Did you know there is an Urban Dictionary of terms (or ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    The Dangers Of Letting Culture Affect How We Read The Bible Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 3, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 8,476 views

    Should we allow culture dictate how we interpret God's Word? While most Christians would resoundingly say NO, culture often dictates what and how we read the Bible.

    God’s Word is Truth! Psalms 119:1-8 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Blessed are those who believe so strongly in God’s word being true that they are not only willing to meditate day and night on His statues but are also willing to become living sacrifices by walking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Justin Steckbauer avatar

    Progress Vs. Liberty: Challenging The Politically Correct Cultural Revolution

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,197 views

    Augustine the great early church theologian witnessed the downfall of Roman civilization. He had gone from a harlot, a pleasure seeker, important in the court of Rome, to converting to Christianity.

    Augustine the great early church theologian witnessed the downfall of Roman civilization. He had gone from a harlot, a pleasure seeker, important in the court of Rome, to converting to Christianity. But things were falling apart, because Rome was about to fall. In America I often wonder: Are we ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Put Off Your Old Nature And Build A Culture Of Life

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 27, 2018
     | 4,963 views

    Let’s get serious about our following of Jesus, about rededicating ourselves to our vocations, to our families.

    Eighteenth Sunday in Course 2018 Today the Word of God reminds us of the fallen nature of humans. God liberated the people of Israel from slavery in the fields and swamps and deserts of Egypt. Moses and Aaron led them out after God worked multiple signs and wonders to convince Pharaoh of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

  • Dean Courtier avatar

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

    Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2024
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     | 1,458 views

    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

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Donald Whitchard avatar

    Paul's Sermon At Athens: Culture And Common Ground

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 8, 2021
     | 1,540 views

    Paul's sermon before the men of Athens began with a topic familiar to all of them. It was the common bond of religious belief and practice in their respective cultures. Jesus demonstrated it throughout the Gospels. It is a biblical pattern for effective evangelism.

    It has been over forty years since I traveled to India on vacation, away from the business of the McDermott Fabrication Yard in Dubai where I worked as an oil rig sandblaster and painter. I moved there in early 1980 to live with my dad and to grow in maturity of character. I learned the value of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Richard Papafio avatar

    The Culture Of Watching, Praying, Fasting And Putting Your Hand To The Wheel

    Contributed by Richard Papafio on Mar 19, 2019
     | 2,208 views

    Do not be lazy, neither spiritually nor physically. Be active in prayer and fasting as well as doing what you have to do physically for success. Live a balanced life

    May the peace of the Lord be with you. *DAY 12 OF LENT* Our reflection for today is on the 10th Kingdom Culture from the parable below: *THE TARES* Matthew 13:24-30 King James Version (KJV) 24 Another parable put he forth unto them, saying, The kingdom of heaven is likened unto a ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Curtis E. Nester avatar

    America's Only Hope

    Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on May 26, 2016
     | 5,988 views

    The decline of America. America as it was, as it is now and America's only hope for the future

    TITLE: America's Only Hope TEXT: Psalm 33:12-18 INTRO: America's beginning was different from all other nations. Christopher Columbus had discovered a new land and when settlers began to come here, they were looking for a new life, with new opportunities in a land where they could be free from ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    Keep It Simple Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 23, 2007
     | 6,592 views

    This message focuses on the need for the church and the pastor to have a clear vision of where they are headed. Isreal was in a state of decline when the vision was given and this message offers hope for the church that may be in a state of decline as we

    “Keep it Simple!” Habakkuk 1:5, 2:2-3, 3:19 In the OT we find a tiny book there called Habakkuk. In my Bible it only consists of 3 pages, but they are powerful pages. I want you to meet this man Habakkuk so I want to share with you several verses from this book that have great meaning for us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Fields avatar

    Effective Christianity

    Contributed by Scott Fields on Oct 9, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,548 views

    Why is Christianity in America declining? Why are professions of faith and baptisms on the decline. Christianity is not a religion but a relationship. Church is not a place we go or something we do it is God's people doing His will.

    I have a very serious question to start us off with this morning. Why is Christianity on the decline here in America? I am sure there are probably as many answers as there are people. • Could it be because Christianity is competing with so many other religions? • Could it be because ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Fred W. Penney avatar

    Birth Pains

    Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Feb 1, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,753 views

    This message unpacks Jesus teaching about how to live as his coming approaches and the church is challenged and persecuted by the secular and pagan culture.

    Title: “Birth Pains” Text: Matthew 24:1-14 (The Olivet Discourse) Subject: How do we live for Christ as the age moves toward his return? Complement: We live wisely, fearlessly, courageously, devotedly, missionally…with endurance inspired by his coming. Big Idea; Jesus calls us to faithfulness as ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Curry Pikkaart avatar

    Why All The Noise? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,991 views

    How do we interpret our present time? Do we understand the times?

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Why All the Noise?” Jer. 4:11-12, 22-28 & 8:18-9:1; Mt. 24:3-14 & 36-44 Jesus, and the New Testament authors, spoke frequently about his second coming. One scholar indicated that 1 out of every 15 verses in the New Testament speaks about it. And yet we seldom ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • C. Philip Green avatar

    Go And Be A Blessing Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 27, 2016
    based on 5 ratings
     | 15,091 views

    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

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free