Sermons about Ontological Apologetics

Biblical Reflections On Faith In A Pluralistic World

Contributed by Michael Bird on Jan 4, 2003

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This sermon evaluated the recent trends towards religious pluralism and attempts to construct a Christian response.

BIBLICAL REFLECTIONS ON FAITH IN PLURALISTIC, POSTMODERN, POST-CHRISTIAN AND PAGAN WORLD MICHAEL BIRD INTRODUCTION We live in an age which is becoming increasingly hostile historical Christianity. This hostility emanates from a public mindset that is pluralistic, postmodern, post-Christian and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6, Exodus 20:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fundamentals Of Our Faith

Contributed by David Cambridge on Jan 9, 2003

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The fundamentals of our our faith are constantly under attack. This lessons discusses the consequences of accepting the lies resounded by athiests and modernists.

Faith Under Fire The Fundamentals Of Our Faith Introduction "If the foundations be destroyed, what can the righteous do?" (Psalms 11:3) 1. Over the past year I have heard and read much that attacks the fundamentals of the Christian faith: a. It was suggested in a recent television program that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:12, Psalm 11:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Vanity"

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 12, 2003

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Solomon exposes the insignificance and absurdity of life IF life were nothing more than what is seen “under the sun”. He offers only two options--a life of hopelessness, or trust in God.

“Vanity” Ecclesiastes 1:2-3 & 2:1-11 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts Ecclesiastes is perhaps the most puzzling and misunderstood book of the Bible. It’s been called “the mystery book of the Old Testament” (Ray Steadman). Few sermons are preached from ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11, Ecclesiastes 1:2-3

Denomination: Congregational

Can Any Of Us Identify With This Man?

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 13, 2003

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The aim of this sermon is to encourage persons to examine where they are today in their faith walk.

Can any of us identify with this Man? (1 Timothy 1:12-16) People are people is a common phrase uttered from time to time. It is often said when referring to churches, society, and the world at large. The gist of the is saying is that regardless of where you go there will be commonalties among ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-16

Denomination: Methodist

Of Truth And Authority - Introduction To Titus Series

Contributed by Warren Bird on Jan 14, 2003

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Why should we believe the New Testament? Paul’s introduction in his letter to Titus gives important teaching about the source of his authority as a teacher of God’s message and helps us to understand the New Testament as God’s inspired Word.

Introduction The media love crises. Situations where something is going wrong; someone has mucked up; or someone has to be sent into a situation to fix it up make really good copy. Well, if you’re the sort of person who buys the newspaper or watches ‘A Current Affair’ to learn about the latest ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What We Believe...about The Bible (Or "Always Trust Your Bubbles"

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 17, 2003

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A sermon about what we (Nazarene’s) believe about the Bible.

Larry Brincefield larkayb@earthlink.net January 19, 2003 Title: What We Believe....About the Bible (or "Always Trust the Bubbles") Text: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Introduction 1. I’m not a SCUBA diver, but SCUBA has always fascinated me. A. When you take up SCUBA, one of the things that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Nazarene

Seven Wonders Of The Word Of God

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 19, 2003

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The Wonder of it’s Inspiration, The Wonder of it’s Formation, The Wonder of it’s Preservation, The Wonder of it’s Design, The Wonder of It’s Power, The Wonder of its Message, and The Wonder of it’s Promises.

Seven Wonders Of The Word Of God Ps 19:7-14 7 The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple. 8 The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart: the commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes. 9 The fear ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7-14, 1 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Do We Really See?

Contributed by Anthony Hodge on Jan 23, 2003

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One does not have to necessarily be visually impaired or blind to be missing key things in life and this sermon points this out.

Do we really See? (Luke 6:39) How often have you been in a conversation with someone and finally either you or the person you are dialoguing with finally states, “Oh, yes, now I see.” That statement,“Oh, yes, now I see” from you or the person you are dialoguing with signifies that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:39

Denomination: Methodist

An Unshakeable Stand For The Truth

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 24, 2003

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Learning to make a firm stand for what we believe.

There are many questions that need to be addressed when a church begins to grow. How committed are the new people? How receptive are our older members to the changes that are taking place? Do our people really know what they believe? How do we best utilize everyone’s gifts? How can we properly ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dead Man Walking

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Jan 29, 2003

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As natural born people until we receive Christ as lord and savior; we are all just dead men walking.

January 27, 2003 Central Christian Church St Petersburg, Florida Joe Bedy Sermon for the prisoners in West Liberty Ky “Dead Man Walking” Greetings from Florida it was _____’ when I left Florida this morning. It is good to be here. This is a nice church ya’ll have. Truthfully in here you have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mistakes In The Bible

Contributed by David Parks on Jan 30, 2003

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PROPOSITION: The only mistakes in the Bible are those which are made by fallible men.

MISTAKES IN THE BIBLE TEXT: 2 Timothy 3:16-17 All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, 17 that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work. INTRODUCTION: 1. The claim ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 1: What We Believe About The Bible

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

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Series: Foundational Doctrines of the Faith

A. THE BIBLE IS DESCRIBED AS THE GREATEST BOOK IN THE WORLD. 1. It is the greatest in subject matter. 2. It is the greatest in influence on lives and nations. 3. It answers man’s greatest need: salvation. B. EIGHT THEMES TO DESCRIBE THE BIBLE. 1. Revelation – refers to the act of God, which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 5: What We Believe About Christ

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 3, 2003

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Series: Foundational Doctrines of the Faith

A. THE INCARNATION – HIS MIRACULOUS BIRTH. 1. Incarnation. "And the Word was made flesh and dwelt among us" (John 1:14). a. Implies a preexistence of Christ. b. Suggests some voluntary limitations. 2. The incarnation explains why Jesus was necessarily born of a virgin (Isa. 7:14). 3. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Apologia

Contributed by Tom Boerma on Feb 7, 2003

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How to give our defense?

I Pet. 3:15 15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear: Sanctify- set apart, give a special place ready :- prepared, (made) ready always- perpetually, answer- To ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Really A God?

Contributed by Michael Westacott on Sep 26, 2002

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This sermon outline presents most of the major arguments for the existence of God - I have tested it, and it can be done in 30min if written concisely.

INTRODUCTION: about 100 words. 1. THE EXISTENCE OF THE UNIVERSE A. The universe had a beginning – If the universe existed forever than an infinite amount of time has gone by. Since it is impossible to reach infinity, the universe must have had a beginning. In contrast God does not need a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Adventist

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