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  • Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan avatar

    Connections Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020
     | 3,305 views

    Luke 1 narrates the birth of the Messiah, and the first chapter of the book of Acts of the Apostles expresses the Birth of the Church. Luke brings out the connection between the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.

    1: 01-11 Introduction to Acts of the Apostles 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts 1: 4-08 Connection between Christ and Disciples 1: 9-11 Connectivity between Present and Future Church 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    Christmas: The Chilean Miners - You Alone Can Rescue - A Modern Parable

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 16, 2010
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,620 views

    God came down - into the darkness of the world, where many people live without hope. God provided a way out and his name is Jesus. When we are ’in’ Jesus we are being saved. The rescue of the Chilean Miners is a modern parable that illustrates this truth.

    Jesus told some of the most wonderful stories to help people get to know what God is really like. What a year it’s been! My football team got relegated, we’ve got a coalition government for the first time since the 2nd World War, England flopped out of the World Cup, a volcanic ash cloud disrupted ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Paul Barreca avatar

    Contend For The Faith - Jude's Ancient Message For A Modern Church Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Paul Barreca on Aug 2, 2016
    based on 4 ratings
     | 13,868 views

    The tiny book of Jude warns us about infiltrators in the church and what to do about them.

    It was the winter of 1944. The German army was in retreat, but had one desperate battle strategy which became known as the BATTLE of the BULGE. A key part of their strategy was to disrupt and mis-direct reinforcement troops that the Americans would send when the battle began. German spies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Dr. Bradford Reaves avatar

    Modern Satanism - Part 1: Media, Education, Entertainment, & Culture Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on May 9, 2025
     | 136 views

    The battle between good and evil is not just taking place in unseen realms—it is unfolding right before our eyes. And it is taking place in media, education, entertainment, and culture.

    Modern Satanism - Part 1: Media, Education, Entertainment, & Culture April 6, 2025 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship 1 Corinthians 4:4 Introduction: The Rise of Satanic Influence in Modern Culture Church, I want to begin today by stating something that has become more and more ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • Dwight Davis avatar

    "Knowledge Shall Increase"

    Contributed by Dwight Davis on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 95 ratings
     | 14,656 views

    This sermon takes a look at the spiritually detrimental effects of some modern technological "advancements."

    “Knowledge Shall Increase...” Late one night, not too long ago, I was in one of my favorite places of prayer. I was outside underneath an endless display of stars, the weather was perfect, the sky was unbelievably clear, and there was just the right amount of nip in the air. I ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

  • Darrin Koone avatar

    The Need For Rituals Series

    Contributed by Darrin Koone on Sep 20, 2001
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,832 views

    A sermon discussing the need for ritual in raising our children in a post-modern society.

    Last week I spoke to you about the need to throw traditions by the way side if the principles of the gospel or models of the New Testament dictate the need to do so. I’m changing my mind about that this week. Well, not really, but I am going to try to provide the balance to that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • James May avatar

    Microwave Christianity

    Contributed by James May on Aug 21, 2005
    based on 38 ratings
     | 10,369 views

    A look at the attitudes of the modern church compared to what the true church must be like.

    Microwave Christianity By Pastor Jim May We live in a fast-paced world. Less than 100 years ago, most people were still riding wagons, drawn by mules, ox or horses. Air travel was non-existent. TV’s did not exist. Radio was just beginning to make its presence known in the homes of private ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Speaking Truth In A Skeptical Age

    Contributed by Roger Thomas on May 26, 2004
    based on 14 ratings
     | 4,460 views

    Speaking the truth in love is the needed standard in a post-Christian/post-modern world.

    Speaking Truth to a Skeptical World 1 Peter 3:15 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO If there were a patron saint of our age, a hero or symbol for the times, it might well be Pilate. The Roman politician did his best to find a way to not condemn Jesus, ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Where Have You Built?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 10, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,340 views

    This sermon is about building a life and faith that will stand the trials and tribulations of modern living.

    Where Have Your Built? – Matthew 7: 21 - 29 Intro: Nick spared no expense in building his beautiful, big ranch-style home covered in limestone. – Built over a mine shaft – caved in – for lack of planning. I. Verse 21 – “not everyone who says Lord, Lord, . . .” A. Lord = KURIOS – Rabbi, My ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Matthew Drake avatar

    Scattered Under The Green Tree, And Not Obeying His Voice

    Contributed by Matthew Drake on May 29, 2001
    based on 75 ratings
     | 4,384 views

    A comparisson of how the Children of Israel had to listen to God and Modern day Christians.

    I. Introduction – I will attempt to do my best to bring the message as God has laid upon my heart. I have struggled with this all week and in trying to find the heartbeat of God, I pray I will do Him justice. II. We are taught in studying the Bible that what the Jews of the Old Testament had To do ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Rev. Bruce A. Shields avatar

    Part 5 - Longsuffering Series

    Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Jul 29, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,121 views

    A deep look at what longsuffering is and how we obtain it in our modern world.

    The Fruit of the Spirit Part 5 – Longsuffering Rev. Bruce A. Shields First Baptist Church Tawas City Michigan www.TawasBaptist.org WELCOME We are continuing our Series on The Fruits of the Holy Spirit. We’ve spoke over the past few weeks on Love, Joy and Peace, and today I would like to talk ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Rick Pendleton avatar

    The Sin Transplant

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jun 27, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 10,199 views

    This sermon is a light-hearted look at salvation using the analogy of a modern day operation.

    The Sin Transplant Hebrews 4:12-13 Introduction: I want to talk to you today about a transplant. Our modern American culture is very accustomed to transplants. Eye transplants, liver transplants, heart transplants, bone marrow transplants. Almost any organ can now be transplanted from one human ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeremiah Parker avatar

    Get Prayed Up

    Contributed by Jeremiah Parker on Mar 6, 2008
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,106 views

    Christ’s admonition to his disciples continues to warn his modern disciples.

    Get Prayed Up! Intro: We are in a battle. Expect hardships, the necessity of discipline, self-denial and determination. ****Am I a soldier of the Cross?**** Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak. (Mat 26:41) I. Willing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jim Butcher avatar

    Our Part And God's Part In Seeing A Spiritual Harvest

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 21, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 7,595 views

    Do our modern evangelistic techniques match up to God’s plan?

    - I don’t recall ever hearing a sermon on this passage, which is ironic because when you dig into it, it’s a pretty important one. Harvest Job Assignments: Our job is to sow seeds and bring in the harvest; God’s job is the growth. - Mark 4:26-29. A. We sow seed. - Going back to the four soils ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Jack avatar

    Miracles - Just Tricks For The Gullible? Series

    Contributed by James Jack on Apr 10, 2009
    based on 9 ratings
     | 6,278 views

    Can a modern, rational person still believe in the miraculous events described in the Bible?

    I used to love fairy-tales. They’re full of amazing, supernatural, magical events. • Snow white rises from the dead • Sleeping beauty awakened by a kiss • Jack climbs a beanstalk to the sky • A fairy godmother grants Cinderella a wish • A frog turns into a handsome prince Many people seem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican