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  • The Rev deniray mueller avatar

    We All Doubt Like Thomas

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Apr 25, 2019
     | 7,123 views

    Doubt is not a bad thing. There are times in life when doubt is healthy and reasonable.

    In a Peanuts comic strip, Charlie Brown is talking with Lucy as they walk home on the last day of school. Charlie Brown says to Lucy: “Lucy, I got straight A’s. isn’t that great!” Lucy in her typical fashion shoots down poor Charlie Brown and says: I don’t believe you Charlie Brown. Unless you ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    Why Should I Give When I Have Bills To Pay (Stewardship)

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Feb 7, 2020
     | 4,610 views

    This message looks at the reasons believers give poorly and why they give at all.

    Why Should I Give When I’ve Got Bills To Pay Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 Luke 15:1-10 I can remember when I got my first lawnmower. I was about 12 years old. My mother wanted me to be able to learn how to earn money and to work for myself. I’m not sure how she managed to scrape the money together to buy ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Reconnect: He Calls Series

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 10, 2023
     | 1,506 views

    The reason we all need encouragement to reconnect with God is the disconnect of sin.

    RECONNECT WITH GOD: He Calls Hosea 11:1-11 Introduction The reason we all need encouragement to reconnect with God is the disconnect of sin. We do not see sin the way God does. Our attitudes toward sin: -Some Deny it - there is nothing wrong. -Some mock it - make fun of it, as if it were a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    What’s In A Name?

    Contributed by John Newton on Dec 28, 2023
     | 1,710 views

    The angel told Joseph to name Mary’s baby “Jesus” for a reason...

    If you were expecting a baby—and you knew it was going to be a boy—what do you think you would name him? Well, in Canada apparently the most popular name for boys right now is Noah, followed closely by Liam and William. (And for the record, the top three girls’ names are Olivia, Emma and ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    God Is Good...but Life Stinks Sometimes! Series

    Contributed by Jon Daniels on Sep 18, 2023
     | 2,867 views

    This sermon challenges hearers to consider reasons for suffering that comes into our lives.

    “GOD IS GOOD, BUT LIFE STINKS SOMETIMES” FBCF – 9/19/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – A few things we all have in common w/ each other: - All of us have a mother & a father. - All of us are breathing oxygen right now. - All of us need water to live. - All of us will suffer in this life – To put it ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Did God Let Job Suffer?

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 117 ratings
     | 12,610 views

    Many thanks to my dear friend Jim Miller who is in heaven now for this outline. The reasons why God allowed Job to suffer as he did and the same reasons apply for us today

    JOB 1:6-12 "WHY DID GOD LET JOB SUFFER?" A) The very name of Job means persecuted! * Oldest book in the Bible, written by Moses. * The days of Job were probably about the time of Abraham! * Job was a very wealthy man! * Numerous children and abundant livestock were symbols of wealth in that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Kenneth Trent avatar

    Christianity: The Thinking Man's Faith

    Contributed by Kenneth Trent on May 22, 2003
    based on 36 ratings
     | 3,822 views

    We are not commanded to blindly believe what the Scriptures teach. Rather "Come now, and let us reason together, saith the Lord". Paul "reasoned" with Felix. Christianity IS the thinking man’s faith!

    CHRISTIANITY: THE THINKING MAN’S FAITH “And after some days, when Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish, he sent for Paul and heard him concerning the faith in Christ. Now as he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and answered, "Go ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why People Decide Not To Pray?

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 105 ratings
     | 8,853 views

    But why people decide not to pray? There are some reasons: 1. Prayer Takes Time and Effort, 2. Prayer Needs a Reason, 3. Prayer Requires Passion, and, 4. Prayer Demands Faith

    Why People Decide Not to Pray? (Luke 18:1-8) Introduction ILLUSTRATION. During the lunch our, the president of a large factory wanted to talk to his company’s manger about an urgent matter, but the manager’s secretary said, “He can not be disturbed for he is in conference—as he is everyday at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Does God Allow Hardship In Our Lives

    Contributed by Ray Carver on Dec 13, 2003
    based on 48 ratings
     | 11,052 views

    Have you ever look around at your life and simply asked: WHY? Have hardships and trials ever come into your life for seemingly no reason? Hear are a few possible reasons why.

    WHY DOES GOD ALLOW HARDSHIP IN OUR LIVES? Text: Psalm 73:1-2 Intro: Have you ever look around at you life and simply asked: WHY? Have hardships and trials ever come into your life for seemingly no reason? I want to share a few things from my own personal experience, only to illustrate the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

    Contributed by Greg Hanson on Feb 19, 2007
    based on 34 ratings
     | 14,959 views

    Bad things can happen for a variety of reasons. This message examines those reasons and how we can respond. Part 2 of a series inspired by Philip Yancey’s book "Disappointment with God."

    I found these letters to God on a website this week. They are supposedly real letters written by real kids to God: Dear God, I didn’t think orange went with purple until I saw the sunset you made on Tuesday. That was cool! Signed, Eugene Dear God, Thank you for my baby brother, but what I ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Bobby Stults avatar

    A Prayer Of Love And Encouragement Series

    Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011
     | 6,019 views

    Paul loved the church in Philippi deeply, but why? What were his reasons for having such affection for them? He spells out three reasons in his prayer in chapter 1:3-11

    Sermon Brief Date Written: July 14, 2011 Date Preached: July 17, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: A Prayer of Love & Encouragement Sermon Text: Philippians 1:3-11 [ESV] ETS: Paul loved the believers in Philippi, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finding Courage In Faith SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023
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     | 415 views

    As David questioned the lack of bravery among the Israelites, he posed the question: Is there not a reason to stand up? This question is still pertinent today. There is indeed a reason, and we must be prepared to stand up for it.

    In the story of David and Goliath, we often focus on the miraculous defeat of the giant. However, today we will examine the events leading up to this confrontation and the question David posed to his brother: Is there not a cause? This question remains relevant today, as we face challenges to our ...read more

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  • Pat Cook avatar

    Distractions Series

    Contributed by Pat Cook on May 30, 2006
    based on 38 ratings
     | 13,593 views

    Three times people did not recognize the Risen Jesus. This looks at why. There were spiritual reasons, of course, but also real physical reasons too. This looks at what distracts us from seeing Jesus.

    John 20:10-18 – Distractions Today we are continuing our series called He is Risen Indeed, messages about Jesus rising from the dead and what that means for us some 1976 years later. Today we are in John 20:10-18. We are looking at the 1st appearance Jesus makes after rising from the grave. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Examine Yourselves Series

    Contributed by Daniel Austin on Oct 30, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 11,643 views

    There are all kinds of reasons for giving or taking tests. The main reason is to make an assessment on what is or isn’t known. The Bible is not excluded from the practice of examinations. They go beyond the physical, psychological, or emotional, to the sp

    Examine Yourselves 12/19/04 AM Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5 INTRODUCTION This past Friday was remarkable for many people in that marked the beginning of the traditional Holiday period. For many students, including myself, it was remarkable because it meant the end of taking Final exams. I’m not real ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Temptation Before The Second Coming Series

    Contributed by James O. Davis on Oct 30, 2003
    based on 59 ratings
     | 8,718 views

    There are two important reasons Christians should attend church regularly. I want to share these two reasons as they relate to the temptation before the Second Coming. Why should we attend God’s House?

    James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. INTRODUCTION Have you ever heard someone say they do not have to go to church to be a Christian? There are those who used to regularly attend ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God