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Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 20, 2005

based on 30 ratings

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This sermon attempts to give an answer to this often asked question. We need to learn a few things about God’s will in order to understand why things happen. We must also remember that God can make good come out of the bad. Is there really any good peo

WHY DO BAD THINGS HAPPEN TO GOOD PEOPLE We know by reading ( Rev. 20:1-10) that God will ultimately destroy satan and his host . As Christians we look forward to that day with hope, many other people reject God and the gospel because of the fact that evil is still in the world. They might say ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

"The Incarnate Word"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Aug 8, 2005

based on 10 ratings

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We have first hand testimony in the epistles of John; the kind that would be accepted in any court of law; of the incarnate existence of Jesus Christ. John proclaims him to us for the sake of our joy and fellowship

-and the life was manifested, and we have seen and bear witness and proclaim to you the eternal life, which was with the Father and was manifested to us – WHAT WAS FROM THE BEGINNING Y’know what I like about the Bible? Well, I like lots of things about the Bible. But one thing I like about ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Orthodox

The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Mar 25, 2001

based on 151 ratings

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The resurrection of Jesus Christ is viewed by scripture as God’s victory over sin, death and all evil powers. It is ultimately a celebration of heavenly joy.

Sermon for The Resurrection of Our Lord, Year C Based on Acts 10:34-43; I Cor. 15:19-26; Lk. 24:1-12 By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson The resurrection; the Day God acted as never before to raise Jesus from the dead. So important, holy and special is this day for all devout Christians, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12, Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Risen Savior Is The Beginning And The End Series

Contributed by Timm Meyer on May 6, 2003

based on 24 ratings

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EASTER 2(C) - Our risen Savior is the Beginning(Alpha) and the End(Omega): the end of all things evil and the beginning of all things good.

OUR RISEN SAVIOR IS THE BEGINNING AND THE END REVELATION 1:8—18 APRIL 27, 2003 REVELATION 1:8-18 8"I am the Alpha and the Omega," says the Lord God, "who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty." 9I, John, your brother and companion in the suffering and kingdom and patient ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:8-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Farewell To The Flesh (Mardi Gras Carnival)

Contributed by James May on Feb 15, 2004

based on 39 ratings

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This sermon deals with the evils of Mardi Gras and its effect upon the heart, mind and soul of men, especially Christians who take part in the revelry.

FAREWELL TO THE FLESH Since we live in south Louisiana, I think it would be timely for this message concerning the Mardi Gras season. It’s that time again; the time for King Cakes, Purple and Gold decorations, costumes and decadence beyond description. This is the time when the true heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16, 1 Timothy 4:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Saint Or Satan

Contributed by Daryn Bahn on Jun 29, 2003

based on 35 ratings

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This "Saints Peter and Paul" sermon is about the real evil we are each unintentionally capable of and how God overcomes it, using the example of Peter.

Saint or Satan? This Sunday we observe a day in remembrance of Peter and Paul, both, according to tradition, were put to death as martyrs, as witnesses to Jesus Christ, on June 29, in or around the year 67 AD. This is one of the oldest of such days in the history of the New Testament church, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Christians: An Endangered Species

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jul 17, 2003

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As Christians, we feel like an endangered species. Evil is flourishing. But God will protect us and God answers us when we call on Him.

July 13, 2003 Title: "The Immoral Majority" or "Christians: An Endangered Species" Text: Psalm 12:1-8 Introduction I’m sure you are at least somewhat familiar with animals on the endangered species list. Here in Florida, I am aware of several that appear on our license plates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

How To Overcome Temptations

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 17, 2004

based on 220 ratings

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Jesus taught us to pray, "Lead us not into temptation but deliver us from evil." Discover the key components, the reasons for and the means for overcoming temptations.

The Terror of Temptations 1 Corinthians 10:13: "For no temptation (no trial regarded as enticing to sin, no matter how it comes or where it leads) has overtaken you and laid hold on you that is not common to man (that is no temptation or trial has come to you that is beyond human resistance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church Is Full Of Hypocrites!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 15, 2001

based on 348 ratings

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Jesus says that there will be both good & evil people in this world, & they’ll be living side by side. Even the church will not be immune to this mixture.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK ILL. When was the last time you overheard a conversation like this? “Madge, how come you never shop at Walmart?” And Madge answers, “Well, I used to. But the last time I was there ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Maintain A Healthy Fear Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

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The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes

Illustration:We fear men so much because we fear God so little. William Gurnall. 1. The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes. John wrote, "Who will not fear You, O Lord and glorify your name? For You alone ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You're In Good Hands Series

Contributed by Kyle Meador on Sep 8, 2001

based on 76 ratings

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It all depends whose hands its in... Invite God to bring his hand in your life to keep you from harm and evil!

You’re In Good Hands That your hand would be with me and keep me from evil… IT DEPENDS WHOSE HANDS IT’S IN A basketball in my hands is worth about $19 A basketball in Shaquille O’Neal’s hands is worth about $19 million a year. It depends whose hands it’s in A baseball bat in my hands is worth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Psalm 31:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 24, 2006

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Ephesians gives the read a clear understanding of the key elements of the Christian faith--saved by grace, a witness to those around us, and standing against evil.

Ephesians 2:10 “Alive in Christ” INTRODUCTION If you don’t have the correct keys, you cannot unlock the door. This is true in our daily lives and it is true in our Christian lives, also. If we are going to live the abundant life that is ours in Christ, there are certain keys that we must ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

"The Careless Tongue And The Controlled Tongue"

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 12, 2005

based on 21 ratings

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Why is the tongue such an important member that it either hurts or helps people? How can we learn to tame the tongue for good rather than for evil?

Iliff and Saltillo United Methodist Churches July 10, 2005 “The Careless Tongue and the Controlled Tongue” I Peter 3:8-15 Introduction: Today’s scripture was written to Christians living in a pagan society where Christianity was being attacked and Christians were persecuted and even put to death ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-15, John 3:16

Denomination: Methodist

Living In A Fallen World... For Now!

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 2, 2013

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We live in a world that was once a good place but now it is a fallen world infected by evil... but we look forward to a new world that is all good.

Title: Living in a Fallen World… for Now! Text: I Corinthians 15:19-26 Thesis: We live in a world of good and bad but because of Jesus Christ, we look forward to a new world that is all good. (Revelation 21:1-5) Introduction In St. Petersburg, Florida three police officers died tragically ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Avenges Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 6, 2013

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The Psalmist describes the actions of our great God. 1- God avenges for evil 2- God sees the oppression 3- God blesses the humble

INTRO.- ILL.- A father of four boys came home to find them all engaged in something of a free-for-all. Addressing his remarks to the most aggressive of the four, he asked, “Butch, who started this?” “Well, it all started when Harold hit me back,” exclaimed Butch. We humans like to take matters ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 94:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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