Sermons on presuppositional apologetics:

All Christians Are Hypocrites Series

Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003

People often use this as excuse for not being a Christian or for leaving the church. This lesson examines the question and demonstrates that such a criticism cannot be used as an excuse.

Answering Criticisms "All Christians Are Hypocrites" Introduction 1. This is quite a criticism that is often leveled against Christians for a variety of reasons by both unbelievers and believers alike. 2. We shall consider several aspects of this accusation. I. What Is A Hypocrite? A. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can't Prove That God Exists Series

Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003

So many people say they don’t believe because the existence of God can’t be proved. This lesson considers what people really mean by this question and their real motive for such a criticism.

Answering Criticisms "You Can’t Prove That God Exists" Introduction 1. This is a very common cry of those who wish to justify their disobedience to the gospel. 2. In this lesson we shall consider: a. What people mean when they say, “You can’t prove that God exists.” b. The real motive behind ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions Series

Contributed by David Cambridge on May 10, 2003

Those who don’t want to believe will often give the excuse, ’The Bible is full of contradictions’. This lesson analysis the question and considers whether the statement is true or false.

Answering Criticisms “The Bible Is Full Of Contradictions” Introduction 1. When talking to people about the Bible, the objection is often raised, “The Bible is full of contradictions”. 2. In this lesson, we shall analyze what is meant by this statement and consider whether or not it is true. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Struggling For Strangers

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 13, 2003

Paul warned the Colossians about the danger that they were in of being led astray to false doctrines. That warning is valid for today.

May 4, 2003 Colossians 2:1-5 “Struggling for strangers” INTRODUCTION A little boy was lost inside a busy shopping mall. He was standing in the aisle of a department store just crying and crying, "I want my mommy.. I want my mommy." People who passed by felt sorry for him and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is This Jesus?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on May 13, 2003

In these first few verses of Hebrews, we get an overview of God’s view of who Jesus was. It may surprise us the language that God uses to describe His Son.

Passage: Hebrews 1:1-4 Intro: When we don’t understand something, or we fear something, we tend to trivialize it Il) standing on the tee of a shot over water, onto a small green surrounded by sand traps, you’d be amazed at how we talk to ourselves. 1. we cut things down to a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Trusting In God's Word

Contributed by Greg Linton on May 15, 2003

Is my Bible completely trustworthy? There are some that say the Bible may contain some errors. But can we say this?

Trusting in God’s Word When you go to the doctor, there are a few fundamental things that a doctor looks for to check your overall health. Temperature, pulse, respiratory rate, blood pressure. These are called vital signs. And the church also has a few vital signs by which we can judge our overall ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith And Science: Is There A Conflict? Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 16, 2003

Faith and science need not be enemies as the Bible is open to authentic research and study.

Faith and science: Is there a conflict? “GOD’s works are so great, worth a lifetime of study--endless enjoyment!” Psalm 111:2 (MSG) “but test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good.” 1 Thessalonians 5:21 (New Living Translation) A. Introduction Today we begin a new series of messages ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:2

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"That You May Know"

Contributed by Mike Hays on May 22, 2003

Paul answers his critics by detailing his conversion and his faithfulness to God’s call upon His life.

“I Want You To Know…” Galatians 1:11-24 Our society has perfected the art of destroying people’s character, questioning their intentions, and planting seeds of doubt in the minds of inquiring minds. We see it everyday. Someone rises to fame, the adoring crowds stand and applaud their latest ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everything You Need To Know To Receive What You Need To Receive Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 24, 2003

If we ever expect to receive anything from God in these last days, we must know the truth of the Bible.

May 25, 2003 Morning Service Text: 2 Timothy 3:16 ? 4:5 Subject: The Word of God Title: Everything You Need to Know to Receive What You Need to Receive I’m going to speak to you today about the end times. I knowthat got some attention. Everybody likes to hear about the end times prophecy and ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Does A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on May 28, 2003

Hell was never meant for us, in fact, God desires nothing more than to prepare a place for us to be with Him forever.

Two guys from Prince George die and wake up in hell. The next day the devil stops in to check on them and sees them dressed in parkas, mittens and toques warming themselves around the fire. The devil asks them, "What are you doing? Isn’t it hot enough for you?" The two guys reply, "Well, you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What It Means To Be Born Again

Contributed by Joe Nordyke on May 28, 2003

So many people clam to be born again, but do they really know what it means

What it means to be born again John 3:1-7 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. The same came to Jesus by night, and said unto him, Rabbi, we know that thou art a teacher come from God, for no man can do these miracles that thou doest, except God be with him. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Shadow Or Substance

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jun 3, 2003

Everything about real religion is found complete in Jesus. Anything beyond or without Jesus is just a shadow.

May 18, 2003 Colossians 2:13-19 “Shadow or substance” INTRODUCTION The month of May is known for at least three things. It is known for flowers – “April showers bring May flowers” and what do Mayflowers bring? Pilgrims. It is known for Mother’s Day which we celebrated last week. And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Birth Of The Church

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 7, 2003

And when the Day of Pentecost was fully come. What really happened on this wonderful day.

The Birth of the Church Understand the Church is not a physical building, it’s not an organization or denomination, it’s not a particular ministry, the Church is made up of the body of believers that are called by His name according to His purpose. The Church is people called out of people. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Apostolic

Wolves Walking Around.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jan 31, 2004

Jesus offers us a warning about wolves and I’m glad He did because we often don’t get warnings.

Wolves walking around. Matthew 7:15 -- 23. 02/01/04 Ann and I stopped at Dewey’s house the day of his mother’s funeral. Blackjack, the Doberman pincher was laying in the yard. I pointed to old blackjack and Ann said I’m not getting out. Now I know old blackjack and I know he would not harm a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Is The Bible The Infallible True Word Of God?

Contributed by Brian Larson on Jan 31, 2004

The reason for this message is to be able convey the understanding that the Bible is the inspired word of God and is not in error so that you may trust that what is in the Bible can be relied on.

The reason for this message is to be able convey the understanding that the Bible is the inspired word of God and is not in error so that you may trust that what is in the Bible can be relied on. Have to know what is the Bible – Hagios Biblios means Holy books, 66 in total (39 O.T. & 27 ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational