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Inside Connections And The Jewish Trial Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

based on 54 ratings

| 8,246 views

Peter’s denial and the Jewish trial of Jesus opens our eyes to the nature of sinful mankind and society...and to God’s Sovereign Purposes which cannot be thwarted

Note: this is a bulletin insert that I included with the sermon. The actual sermon follows below it. Ed Inside Connections and The Jewish Trial of Jesus (Luke 22:54-65; John 18:12-27; Matt. 26:57-75; Mark 14:54-72) Have you ever noticed this verse about John sneaking Peter into the courtyard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:54-65, John 18:12-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

As A Roaring Lion! Series

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 5, 2003

based on 26 ratings

| 19,759 views

The attributes of Satan are discussed according to text verse as well as methods for a Chrisitan to overcome the enemy.

Pleasant Hill Baptist Church of Quitman MS Pastor Michael DePhillips www.forministry.com/39355PHBC Message: "A roaring lion" 1 Peter 5:8 (scripture text) The first rule of warfare is to know your enemy and the more you know about you enemy, the better able you’ll be to come up with a means of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Divide

Contributed by Daryl Bahn on Aug 28, 2001

based on 87 ratings

| 10,026 views

The difference between us and non-Christians exists because there is no substitute for Christ. But through Christ, we can make a difference!

Intro: Even in healthy families, there are sometimes differences of opinion: Which is more important—cleaning the house or mowing the yard? Is it better to save something that might be used later on, or to save space and be more organized by throwing it away? Is it better to put money in a savings ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11, Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Lutheran

Confronting Modern Pharisees: A Call To Christian Liberty

Contributed by Jim Miller on Aug 7, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 9,417 views

Pharisaism is alive and well in the 21st century. Who are these people who would take away our liberty in Jesus Christ? An overview of a central Christian doctrine.

Confronting Modern Pharisees: A Call to Christian Liberty Galatians 5.1-14 INTRO. The Apostle Paul wrote, "You have been called to liberty." Exactly what did he have in mind? What is Christian liberty, this thing to which all Christians have been invited? Responses to this important question have ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Secret To True Contentment Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 20, 2005

based on 20 ratings

| 5,199 views

What is true contentment? Is it gaining security by gaining possessions? Learn the mistakes of loving things - even if you don’t have any.

When is enough enough? Each day we Americans are bombarded with thousands of messages - many telling us that we aren’t complete until we buy the latest and greatest product. Whether its cars or houses or boats or computers - what you have is no good anymore. It has bred a society founded on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-21

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Can A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 11, 2014

| 6,475 views

This sermon seeks to answer the question, “How can a loving God send people to hell?”

How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell? 2 Peter 3:8-13 Millions believe that God is loving and merciful, but also that He has condemned millions to suffer torment for all eternity. What do you believe? Light a match, then hold your finger in its tiny flame for five seconds. What happens? You'll ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8-13

Denomination: Methodist

Is God Unjust? Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 26, 2012

based on 10 ratings

| 13,029 views

We should not think God unfair. God's mercy is far wider & higher that anyone dare hope, but no one is entitled to it & no one can demand from God an accounting or the principles on which He bestows mercy & grace nor that He should bestow it differently t

ROMANS 9: 14-18 IS GOD UNJUST? [1 Peter 2:6-10] Has God's plan gone awry because Christ was rejected by the very people who were prepared for Him, meaning the Jews? Our passage previously has revealed that as always some open their hearts to God's revelation while others hardened their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Stumbling Stones Or Building Blocks - Your Choice!

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 30, 2009

based on 4 ratings

| 7,294 views

How can we build people up...and why should we?

Audio File: http://player.sermoncentral.com/c/bethanyumcpastor/audio/178053_15567.mp3 -------------- 1Now concerning food sacrificed to idols: we know that “all of us possess knowledge.” Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. 2Anyone who claims to know something does not yet have the necessary ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Abortion And The Sanctity Of Life

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 28, 2008

based on 7 ratings

| 5,670 views

This sermon was preached just prior to the 2008 election. It deals with (1) the question of when life begings, (2) the widespread horror of abortion, and (3) the forgiveness availble to those who’ve experienced its ravages.

This sermon was delivered right before the 2008 Presidential election. It draws from several other sermons listed here on Sermon Central. Abortion by Scott Bayles, pastor First Christian Church With the upcoming presidential election many of you have undoubtedly been watching the presidential ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Christian Church

Grace In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 30, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 6,050 views

Simply put, grace is God’s best for our worst.

Grace In Christ Text: Eph. 2:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Put bluntly: the American church today accepts grace in theory but denies it practice. We say we believe that the fundamental structure of reality is grace, not works – but our lives refute our faith. By and large, the gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Howsweet The Sound Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 13, 2006

based on 1 rating

| 4,436 views

Simply put, grace is God’s best for our worst.

How Sweet the Sound Text: Eph. 2:1-10 Introduction 1. Illustration: Put bluntly: the American church today accepts grace in theory but denies it practice. We say we believe that the fundamental structure of reality is grace, not works – but our lives refute our faith. By and large, the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Whom Shall I Fear?

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Oct 16, 2006

based on 4 ratings

| 5,731 views

In 732 AD, Charles Martel, AKA "The Hammer", stopped the Islamic invasion of Europe and preserved the future of Christianity for a thousand years. Was Charles choosen by God?

The date was October 11, 732 A.D. The place was southern France in the modern day province of Poitou-Charentes. On that date, two mighty armies met on a wide rolling plain between the ancient, walled cities of Tours and Poitiers. Their confrontation is known as the “Battle of Tours,” and it ...read more

Scripture: John 14:15-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living Above The Law

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Nov 15, 2007

| 3,864 views

The scripture passage today talks about how to live as free people, which fits right for the occasion of the Independence Day.

Galatians 5:1, 13-25 1 For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. 13 For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-indulgence, but through love become slaves to one another. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Mythbusting Humility

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Feb 17, 2012

| 4,475 views

It's a myth that godly zeal or that Biblical knowledge produce humility. Instead only the Law can crush pride and the Holy Spirit can produce true humility.

Have you seen “Mythbusters”? It’s a reality show on television which takes a modern myth and tries to disprove it. So far they’ve tackled over 700 myths. Let me just give you a few as an example: Talking to your plants helps them grow. Not true! Toast always falls butter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Many Rebellious People Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 27, 2011

based on 34 ratings

| 11,100 views

1- Rebellious people are deceptive talkers 2- Rebellious people are false teachers 3- Rebellious people are lazy gluttons 4- Rebellious people are corrupt opponents

INTRO.- ILL.- After it was disclosed that President George H. Walker Bush banned broccoli aboard Air Force One, the nation was embroiled in "broccoli discussion." Remember when? As broccoli growers dispatched 10 tons of the vegetable free to Washington, the President reiterated his distaste with ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:10-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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