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Is There Really A God?

Contributed by David Parks on Nov 1, 2002

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You say of course there is a God, but What If you attended a school where they ridiculed belief in God. Could your faith withstand the ridicule of a high school professor or a university Biology prof. who made fun of God?

Is There really A God? And Does It Matter? TEXT: Acts 2:25-26; Heb. 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: 1. Is there really a God? And does it really matter? 2. You say of course there is a God, but What If you attended a school where they ridiculed belief in God. Could your faith withstand the ridicule of a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:4, Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Elder Is A Man

Contributed by John Dobbs on Dec 5, 2000

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Elders are not models of perfection, yet the church does have a responsibility towards them.

Morning Message Central Church of Christ December 3, 2000 John Dobbs AN ELDER IS A MAN Introduction: There is no doubt that to be an elder is to be in a position of great influence, great responsibility, with great demands. It isn’t just any man who is willing to serve in this way. It isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:7, 1 Timothy 3:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart Series

Contributed by Rich Young on Jan 17, 2001

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Sixth in a series of sermons on the Beatitudes - developing Christian character

Blessed Are the Pure in Heart TEXT: Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION · Benjamin Franklin was committed to making himself a better person. So much so that he carried around a little book with a list of 13 virtues that he wanted to incorporate into his life. Each day he would concentrate on a different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus And The Samaritan Woman

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Feb 28, 2002

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Effective evangelism will only happen when we meet people at their point of need, just as Jesus did with the Samaritan woman

Morston/Field Dalling 03-03-02 Jesus and the Samaritan woman - Jn 4:5-42 Story: In a historic move to liberate themselves from 3,000 years of oppression thousands of Dalits or “Untouchables” conveged on Dehli to renounce Hinduism. Although Dehli authorities attempted to block the rally last ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-32

Denomination: Anglican

The Formation Of My Faith Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 10, 2002

based on 28 ratings

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One of a series on building faith. This was presented at an "Open House" when we encouraged out people to invite their friends and relatives to special service.

The Formation of My Faith Wisdom from the mountain top. There are four Questions that matter in life Who Am I? Where Did I Come From? Why Am I Here? Where Am I Going? Answer these and you will find the secret to a contented and peaceful life… Finding the answer is more of a process than ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Best Ways To Use God's Christmas Gift Part 2 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Dec 7, 2003

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The second part of a Christmas series looking at how best to use God’s Christmas gift to us -- IE: Jesus Christ. This message explores two more "uses" -- liberally applying the gift, and regularly updating the gift

Please note: I am tremendously thankful for Woodrow Krolls book -- "The Home Front Handbook" for the inspiration it gave me for this series! THE BEST WAYS TO USE GOD’S CHRISTMAS GIFT Part 2 Acts 5:29 Acts 5:29 Peter and the other apostles replied: "We must obey God rather than men! ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29, Acts 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In God's Resolutions Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Dec 29, 2003

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Unlike us humans who fail to keep our New Year’s resolutions, God’s resolutions are dependable and shall be fulfilled.

Sermon for 2 Christmas Yr C, 4/01/2003 Based on Jer 31:7-14 By Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, pastor of Grace Lutheran Church & chaplain of the Good Samaritan Society’s South Ridge Village, Medicine Hat, Alberta It is not uncommon for many people, this time of year (even though we’re still celebrating ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

How Is Your Vision?

Contributed by Charles Lane Iii on Feb 16, 2004

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"Where there is no vision, the people perish." Are you a "people"? Then this statement applies to you! Vision from God is essential for leaders, teachers, parents, ministers, disciples to be effective in the Kingdom of God and in bringing others into t

Text: Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. KJV Where there is no vision, the people are unrestrained, But happy is he who keeps the law. NASB Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Beast From The Sea Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Jul 9, 2003

based on 37 ratings

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Week 31 in a Wednesday eveniing study through the book of Revelation

WEEK 31 “The Beast from the Sea” Date: March 5, 2003 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Revelation 13:1-10 Introduction Seven people or characters are introduced to us by the 7th trumpet; 5 whom we have met in chapter 12: the woman- the nation of Israel; the red dragon-Satan; the child of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Favours Us All Equally Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Aug 30, 2003

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God show no partiality--we are all equals before God.

Sermon for 13 Pent Yr B, 7/09/2003 Prov 22:1-2,8-9,22-23 & James 2:1-10,14-17 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Those who are generous are blessed…” says our passage from Proverbs. A woman stopped by the pastor’s office with some good news. She ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:12-22, James 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Go! And See His Invisible Qualities - Romans 1:20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 1, 2025

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God has left His fingerprints on creation. His invisible qualities are visible through what He has made.

Go! And See His Invisible Qualities - Romans 1:20 (NLT) Introduction: Seeing the Invisible Have you ever stood on a clear night and gazed up at the stars? Thousands of points of light scattered across a black canvas, each one a reminder that we are part of something so much greater than ourselves. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:20, Psalm 19:1, Acts 14:17, Colossians 1:15-16, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Romans 10:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Live With Eternity In View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2025

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Life under the sun is brief, and death is certain. But here’s the urgent question: How should we live now, in light of eternity?

Go! And Live with Eternity in View - Ecclesiastes 9:5-10 Introduction – A Wake-Up Call for the Living Imagine standing at a funeral. You hear the quiet sobs, see the flowers, smell the lilies, and sense the finality of that wooden casket. One thing strikes you deeply: that person’s time to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:5-10, Hebrews 9:27, 1 Timothy 6:17, Colossians 3:23-24, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Romans 10:9 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And Embrace The Greatest Gift Of All Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2025

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In a world filled with temporary pleasures, fleeting happiness, and countless promises that do not last, God offers us something eternal, unshakable, and life-transforming. And it is summed up in two of the most powerful verses in all of Scripture — John 3:16–17

Go! And Embrace the Greatest Gift of All Introduction – A Question That Demands an Answer If I were to ask you today, what is the greatest gift you have ever received? — what would you say? Perhaps it was something expensive, something sentimental, or something you desperately needed at the time. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Romans 5:8, Isaiah 9:6, Acts 16:31, Luke 19:10, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Mark 1:15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Beyond The Basics: A Call To Spiritual Maturity

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 16, 2025

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This is a sermon which contains a powerful and challenging call for every believer to grow beyond the basics of their faith.

Introduction: The Frustrated Teacher Imagine a passionate university professor, an expert in his field, who walks into his classroom, excited to teach his students the profound and complex principles of advanced calculus. He has prepared his lessons, eager to unveil the beauty and depth of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Storming The Gates Of Hell"

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

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when Jesus speaks of the gates of hell, He is referring to the councils of Hell.

Biblical Text: Matthew 16:18 “And the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” In ancient times, tall, thick and impenetrable walls of stone surrounded most cities. Each city had a limited number of gates through which visitors could enter. Since all traffic came and went through the gates, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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