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How To Present The Gospel To Materialists And Philosophers

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 12, 2002

based on 36 ratings

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How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34

How to Present the Gospel to Materialists and Philosophers - Acts 17:16-34 Illustration:A recent survey of Discipleship Journal readers ranked areas of greatest spiritual challenge to them: 1. Materialism. 2. Pride. 3. Self-centeredness. 4. Laziness. 5. (Tie) Anger/Bitterness. 5. (Tie) Sexual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"How To Fight Temptation" Part 2

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Nov 10, 2001

based on 84 ratings

| 6,653 views

I talk about some practical ways to successfully fight against temptation.

Last week we began a two part series on how to fight temptation. I shared last week that Jesus died to set us free from the power of sin in our lives. So, when temptations come we are able to say no to it because we are not enslaved to it. Before someone gives their life to Christ they are enslaved ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 7:1-27, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Race

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Aug 12, 2007

based on 3 ratings

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Paul teaches us that we are all in a race..there are no spectators.

The Race - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 From time to time as I prepare for our Sunday Worship sermon time, God tells me that I need to reveal little secrets about myself. The problems is that sometimes I am afraid that since we are still getting to know each other it might give some of you an excuse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Congregational

A Blueprint For Being Fully Human

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 10, 2011

based on 1 rating

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Our natural tendency is to hold on to anger and harbor grudges, but Jesus teaches that if we are to be fully human as God intends us to be, we have to humble ourselves and seek forgiveness and reconciliation.

It happens all the time. We're watching it unfold in Egypt. Some say it prompted the shootings aimed at Representative Giffords in Arizona. It is sadly common. A leading politician makes a gesture of contempt towards the opposition. Someone on the other side reacts angrily. Soon dozens of people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: United Methodist

A Short Timer's Attitude

Contributed by Kelly Benton on May 1, 2012

based on 104 ratings

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To help the listener see the need to set spiritual goals.

This is really an awesome time of the year isn’t it? I love the weather, being able to do yard work, ball games, and cook outs. Children all over the nation also love this time of year as the school year is coming to a close. Parents, teachers, coaches, and anyone that is around kids this time of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16

Denomination: Other

Living A Life Of Obedience

Contributed by Robert Webb on Sep 24, 2016

based on 4 ratings

| 12,873 views

Many times we do God’s will so long as we see the sense of it and agree with it, yet we feel free to change it around a little to suit our lives ignoring His commands.

A Poll years ago said people are impressively religious on the surface, and the poll went on to reveal that 3 out of 4 people surveyed “do not connect religion with their judgements of right and wrong. Obedience to God is a problem, but it’s not new to our age People have always ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Grow An Attitude Of Gratitude

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 12, 2014

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This is a Thanksgiving message that focuses on how the true worship of the living God leads to a disposition of gratitude can give us peace in all circumstances, even the worst

What do you think might inspire an 18-year old, young woman, to write in her diary: "Sometimes when I stand in some corner of the camp, my feet planted on earth, my eyes raised towards heaven, tears run down my face, tears of deep emotion and gratitude"? This isn’t a passage from a young ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That Pentecostal Fire

Contributed by Steven Angus on May 20, 2013

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How The Tongues of fire at Pentecost demonstrates the power of God. Fire is a biblical image of God.

That Pentecostal Fire Acts 2:1-4 Fire has long represented God and the presence of his Holy Spirit. (strike match or a lighter) One day as Moses was tending his father-in-law's sheep, he saw an amazing sight. A bush was on fire, yet it was not being consumed. As he approached this unusual ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

God’s Life Plan For You!

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

| 6,974 views

A personal message sharing my personal life plan based on ministry coaching and what God has been speaking into my life.

God’s Life Plan for You! Jeremiah 29:11-13 11 For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. 12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Generous Giving, Generous Living Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

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A faithful life is a generous life. The more generous we become with all of life's gifts, the more full lives we will live.

It seems strange to be talking about “Making Change” by using the Old Testament. We’re New Testament people, right, and Jesus and the power of His Holy Spirit are the change agents in our lives. So? What’s with this message series rooted in the writings of Solomon? Well, think about it. In his day, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Methodist

Unleash The Boldness Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Nov 13, 2017

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Be bold for Jesus by embracing risk, enhancing prayer and elevating our expectations.

October 22 Unleash the Boldness (Acts 4:27-31) While at Wheaton College in Chicago, Jim Ellot met a former missionary to the Quichua Indians of Ecuador. This is where he first heard of the remote and much-feared Waorani tribe; totally isolated from the gospel. He and a group of young men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

Batteries Not Included #1 Hope Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Dec 14, 2020

based on 2 ratings

| 3,011 views

Entering into the holiday season is not all jingle bells and ho ho ho for everyone. To be honest, it can be a hard time of year for a lot of people.

“Ho-ho-oh……..no! I don’t think I have the energy to do the holidays this year. Wait! Yes! The holidays. Twinkling lights. Goodwill toward mankind, Hallmark Christmas movies. Snap out of it, Grinch! This is exactly what we need, especially after the train wreck of 2020”. “Ok, Ok, I can do ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Resurrection: Our Living Hope

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 5, 2021

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Sermon for Easter/Resurrection Day. All Bible References are from the NASB.

It is on the Resurrection of Jesus Christ our entire Christian hope is based. Paul tells us: 1 Corinthians 15:20–22 But now Christ has been raised from the dead, the first fruits of those who are asleep. 21 For since by a man came death, by a man also came the resurrection of the dead. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

How To Minister To The Lgbt Community: Wesley's Quadrilateral As A Guide

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

| 2,713 views

How can we as Christians minister and carry the gospel to the LGBT community? Let us consider this difficult issue, which centers around gender, homosexuality, gay marriage, and past hurts through the lenses of Wesley's Quadrilateral.

How can we as Christians minister and carry the gospel to the LGBT community? Let us consider this difficult issue, which centers around gender, homosexuality, gay marriage, and past hurts through the lenses of Wesley's Quadrilateral. The quadrilateral is a time tested tool for discerning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48, Mark 1:15, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11, 1 Timothy 1:10, John 1:14 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Worship And Ministry Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 30, 2022

| 1,384 views

I would like to leave with you three points each with three things. Three things to do on Sabbath. Three things to avoid on the Sabbath, three blessings of the observance of the Sabbath.

Isaiah 58:13-14 Rest and Ministry Greetings: I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! The Lord is good and His love endures forever!! Introduction: Prophet Isaiah was concerned about the negligence of the People of God on the Sabbath observation. He talked about true ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:13-14

Denomination: Methodist

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