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  • Rob Culler avatar

    The Cross Part 1: The Paradox Series

    Contributed by Rob Culler on May 1, 2007
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     | 5,013 views

    Jesus set an example and challenged us with the idea that we must die to live and we must lose our life to save it.

    The Paradox of the Cross I. Introduction Today, we will begin a series of messages concerning a topic that is absolutely critical to our faith. It is a topic that is sometimes a source of confusion and disbelief as well as comfort and inspiration. To some this topic is no big deal while ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Ponder The Palm Sunday Paradox

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 29, 2010
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     | 10,564 views

    Ponder the Palm Sunday Paradox 1) An almighty king rides to his death. 2) A humble king commands our praise.

    Do you know what a paradox is? A paradox is a true statement that at first appears contradictory. Here’s an example: “The more you learn, the less you know.” Here’s another paradox: “Less is more.” Christianity is filled with paradoxes. Take the Palm Sunday ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Steven W. Satterfield avatar

    Matthew 16:21-28

    Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 3, 2020
     | 1,395 views

    The Paradox of the cross

    Christ had to suffer in Jerusalem (v 21) Peter rebuked Christ (v 22) "Get behind me, satan!" (v 23) "Take up (your) cross and follow me." (v 24) The Paradox (v 25) "For whoever wishes to save his life shall lose it; but whoever loses his life for my sake shall find ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    The Powerful Paradox Of Being Humble Series

    Contributed by Rick Stacy on Oct 2, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 6,479 views

    The 6th in a series of 6 from the book of James. The basic outline comes from a "Tale of Two Selves" by J. Douglas Duty Jr. which can be found on Sermon Central.

    The Powerful Paradox of Being Humble It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Blessing Paradox, Part I Series

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 9, 2014
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    First sermon in "The Blessing Paradox" series, Preached June 30, 2013 at Resurrection Bible Church

    I often hear from people "I just want to be happy" or "whatever makes you happy!" Yet, we should look at what people are looking to make themselves happy. Some folks find happiness in material things--stuff. If I can just by that new car, that new house, a state-of-the art computer, the best ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    The Three Paradoxes To A Fruitful Life

    Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Feb 5, 2011
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    People struggle for their life. They fight for their right and wrestle for their greatness - only to find that it is the other way around that we can find them.

    THE THREE PARADOXES TO A FRUITFUL LIFE John 12:24-26 People struggle for their life. They fight for their right and wrestle for their greatness - only to find that it is the other way around that we can find them. Jesus said: Joh 12:24 I tell you the truth, unless a grain of wheat falls to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Confusion Of Christianity

    Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002
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    Exploration of the paradox of Christianity

    Paradox -- a seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true Para -- beyond Dox -- (dokein -- to think, opinion) (doxa -- glory) There are many paradoxes within Christianity. Listen to how one contemporary Christian song summarized a few: The Rose of Sharon wore a crown of ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    The Great Paradox And The Ultimate Victory Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 25, 2020
     | 3,979 views

    The only way to win the war with sin is to allow Jesus to be the Lord of our lives.

    THE GREAT PARADOX AND THE ULTIMATE VICTORY Text: Rom. 7:14-25 INTRODUCTION 1. Illustration: I love the story of Charles Spurgeon when he was a speaker at a conference along with another man, who publicly proclaimed that Christians could reach a place of sinless perfection where they no longer ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Paradox Of Victory Through Surrender

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021
     | 1,438 views

    William Booth said: "The greatness of a man's power is the measure of his surrender." That statement is what you call a paradox. How can power flow from surrender? Keep that statement in the back of your mind as I share my story.

    William Booth said: "The greatness of a man's power is the measure of his surrender." That statement is what you call a paradox. How can power flow from surrender? Keep that statement in the back of your mind as I share my story. One of my first memories, was as a child, around age 4 ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    The Perplexing Paradox Of Blessings And Bewilderment

    Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 11, 2020
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     | 5,169 views

    Breaking down the barriers of self, and the anguish of curing the soul-sickness of loneliness and disappointment.

    It is a wonderful and joyous thing to experience God and the supernatural gifting of His anointing and power. However, the Christian life is more than just feelings, emotions, and experience - it is trusting God in EVERY circumstance – no matter what! I have always been a ‘car guy.’ I have ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sermon - The Paradox Of Biblical Faith

    Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Oct 15, 2024
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    Believers today must likewise persevere in faith and trust God, even when they do not see all the promises of God fulfilled in their lives. The faith that pleases God is a faith that can surrender God's promises back to Him and trust God for their fulfillment according to His will.

    Subject: The Paradox of Biblical Faith Scripture Text: Hebrews 11:13-16 "All these people died still believing what God had promised them. They did not receive what was promised, but they saw it all from a distance and welcomed it. They agreed that they were foreigners and nomads here on ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Misfit Christmas: Paradoxes Of The Christ Child Series

    Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 10, 2021
     | 2,028 views

    Baby Jesus was 1. So young, yet so old; 2. So poor, yet so rich; 3. So helpless, yet so powerful; 4. So mute, yet speaking to all; and 5. So earthly, yet so heavenly. The message ends with a great illustration.

    MISFIT CHRISTMAS: PARADOXES OF THE CHRIST CHILD 1 Tim. 3:16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. CHRISTMAS PLAY JOSEPH DECIDES TO MAKE RESERVATIONS a. The Director of a Christmas play was nervous when she cast Jimmy, the middle-school class clown, as Joseph in the Christmas Pageant. Her fears were ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Way To Life Series

    Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,885 views

    Some save their lives only to lose it. Others lose their lives to save it. What a paradoxical message. Yet Jesus said it was necessary.

    Mark 8:31-38 The Way to Life Recent report from Vatican to priests: sermons must be short (10 min), pithy and topical. Aren’t you glad I’m not a Catholic because my sermons won’t be short nor topical! Introduction – Heaven An elderly couple passed away and found ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    God's Word Leads To A Paradoxical Lifestyle

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 24 ratings
     | 3,821 views

    God’s Word Leads to a Paradoxical Lifestyle 1) It separates us from the world 2) It sends us to the world

    I’ve always been fascinated with paradoxes. You know, seemingly contrary statements that are nevertheless true. For example the statement, “Standing is more tiring than walking.” is a paradox. Sarah and I were reminded of how true that statement is just a few weeks ago when we had to stand for ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Christmas Theology

    Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Jan 10, 2011
     | 5,308 views

    The amazing theology of Christmas includes paradoxes like the Incarnation, and this theology is worth our prayerful pondering at Christmas and always

    Christmas Theology TCF Sermon December 12, 2010 Luke 2:8-19 (NIV) 8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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