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  • Do You Really Believe?

    Contributed by Bruce Ball on May 16, 2006
    based on 140 ratings
     | 123,776 views

    A shorter sermon about the difference between having true belief versus just thinking you have true belief. Interesting illustration about a pendulum.

    Take an empty cola bottle sometime and fill it half full of water. Then, take some vegetable oil and fill it the rest of the way. Then try to shake it with all your might so it will become all mixed up. What happens? The moment you stop shaking, it begins to separate from one another, doesn’t ...read more

  • The Kingdom Of Christ

    Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 16, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,135 views

    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). Is this belief true that was believed then and today?

    There was a common belief at the time of Jesus that the Messiah's kingdom would be a physical kingdom, and that it would include all of Israel (and no Gentiles). The disciples asked Jesus in Acts 1:6, "Lord, is it at this time You are restoring the kingdom to Israel?" The disciples are showing in ...read more

  • Quantum Physics, Mysteries, And Secret Revelations

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 28, 2021
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,168 views

    The study of Quantum Physics can complement a person's belief in God, but it will not necessarily lead to belief in God - A message about using biblical Discernment

    There has never been a time where biblical discernment is needed more when studying new findings in science. One of those subjects is the world of Quantum Physics, which is truly astounding, yet does not offer any mystical or spiritual benefits, nor does it connect or unify a person with the ...read more

  • Take Up The Shield Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 8, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,874 views

    We are to take up the Shield of Faith; but remember, it is mainly for defense not offense; know your apologetics, defend your faith, and not be offensive!

    Is there evil in the world? All we have to do is follow the recent quadruple murder here in Milwaukee, which includes 2 babies!! Did you know that one of the ladies murdered witnessed the murder of her own mother when she was a kid right here in Milwaukee? Although God through Jesus Christ has ...read more

  • Faith Series

    Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 40 ratings
     | 14,199 views

    Faith is the essential character trait God wants to work into your life, for it connects you to God in ways that change you from the inside into a different person.

    SE112402 CHARACTER UNDER CONSTRUCTION 4. Faith In CS Lewis’s book, Mere Christianity, a classic work on Christian basics, he spells out the fact that when the Bible mentions faith it talks about it on two levels. BELIEF What faith means in the first sense is what most people who are not ...read more

  • Walking On The Water

    Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002
    based on 145 ratings
     | 11,787 views

    This story is related in each of the Gospels. But in Matthew’s account we are given a much broader view of this miracle. This passage of scripture teaches us 5 lessons about the Lord Jesus Christ.

    WALKING ON THE WATER Date: Place: Text: Matthew 14:25-33 Introduction This story is related in each of the Gospels. But in Matthew’s account we are given a much broader view of this miracle. This passage of scripture teaches us 5 lessons about the Lord Jesus Christ. I. HE IS A COMFORTING LORD. ...read more

  • The Thief Called Unbelief

    Contributed by Derrick Strickland on Jun 5, 2003
    based on 89 ratings
     | 9,099 views

    Recognize unbelief as the thief it really is.

    “The Thief Called Unbelief” 2 Kings 6:24-7:2 INTRO: 1.This was among the darkest hours in the history of the kingdom of Israel - times had never been worse in it’s capital city of Samaria. a.Ben Hadad, king of Aram had besieged Samaria and had stopped all supplies from ...read more

  • What We Believe, Does It Matter?

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Dec 10, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,064 views

    Some folks it seems think that as long as their sincere in what they believe, that one religion is as good as another, but as we’ll read today that is not the case.

    ACTS 17: 10-34 WHAT WE BELIEVE, DOES IT MATTER? Some folks it seems think that as long as their sincere in what they believe, that one religion is as good as another, but as we’ll read today that is not the case. Here in Acts 17: we find that Paul had been preaching ‘Jesus” in ...read more

  • Poolside Views Series

    Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 27, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,200 views

    Does God still perform miracles? Of course He does. But what why does He? Is it to cause people to believe in Him? The sad fact is that most people who witness the miracles of God still refuse to believe—just like the people in today’s passage.

    http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ This morning, we come to a new section in the Gospel of John. We have noticed before that John didn’t set out to record every single miracle of Jesus. As a matter of fact, in the last verse of the book, he wrote, “And there are also many other things which ...read more

  • Only Believe

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 14, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 13,445 views

    Fear is an impediment to faith. This message looks at the example of Jairus that allowed his faith to overcome his fears.

    Only Believe Mark 5:36 Sunday, April 20, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Mark 5:21-43 Talking points to the story • Mark has grouped together 4 miracles from 4:35-5:43 • He is giving us a glimpse of the reason behind the frenzy of people pressed around Jesus. It wasn’t a calm scene. No, the people ...read more

  • Placebo Faith

    Contributed by David Hodgin on Jun 9, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,968 views

    People are impressionable and the world takes advantage of that, trying to mold our minds and conform our thoughts to align with theirs.

    A young teacher with obvious liberal tendencies explains to her class of small children that she is an atheist. She asks her class if they are atheists too. Not really knowing what atheism is but wanting to be like their teacher, their hands explode into the air like fleshy fireworks. There is, ...read more

  • "The Burning Church"

    Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,829 views

    The church needs to burn again. An Easter sermon

    And behold, two of them were going that very day to a village named Emmaus, which was about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 And they were talking with each other about all these things which had taken place. 15 While they were talking and discussing, Jesus Himself approached and began traveling ...read more

  • Take Action Today!

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 9, 2011
     | 4,312 views

    In Mark 9 Jesus’ disciples could not cast a demon out of a young boy. What was Jesus explanation as to why? Pray!

    Take Action Today! When I read the Bible- like to personalize the Bible. What does God want me to take away from- verses. Often when I read- underline/circle action words. How do those words affect my life? Is there action I need to take in response? This morning-share-verses I read recently-Mk ...read more

  • Power For The Future Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 5, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,434 views

    It's amazing how quickly we settle for less that what is promised and possible. So what do we do with Jesus' outlandish promises about power for living?

    “Setting Troubled Hearts at Rest: Power for the Future” John 14:7-14 In one of Charles Schultz's ‘Peanuts’ cartoons Snoopy, the hound of heaven, says of Woodstock, that would-be bird of paradise, "Someday Woodstock is going to be a great eagle." Then in the next frame he ...read more

  • Walking On Water Series

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 14, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,836 views

    Maybe there was a time in your life when you were walking on water on a regular basis – a time when your heart was much like Peter’s: “command me. Tell me to come to you.” Or perhaps it’s been a while since you’ve got out of the boat – but the Lord is pa

    Opening illustration: You may have heard the story about a man who gets too close to the edge of the Grand Canyon, looses his balance, and slips over the edge. Just before falling 1000 feet, he grabs on to a root sticking out from the edge. "Help me!" He hollers. "Is there anyone up there? Help ...read more