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What In The World Is God Doing?

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 2, 2002

based on 58 ratings

| 4,604 views

Sermon on the problem of suffering in the world.

I think we’ve ALL been shocked and horrified by the events that have been unfolding in Kosovo, and the scenes we have witnessed of tens of thousands of refugees pouring into the surrounding countries as a result. People driven from their homes; families separated; stories of widespread murders and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:6-19, Romans 8:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Communicate The Good News Effectively Series

Contributed by Everette Pafford on Apr 9, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 9,024 views

The early christians and early church were very effectively in the communication of the gospel. This series investigates the why and how of their effectiveness. Part 1 examines why Paul was so effective.

“How to communicate the good news effectively” One Sunday as they drove home from church, a little girl turned to her mother and said, "Mommy, there’s something about the preacher’s message this morning that I don’t understand." The mother said, "Oh? What is it?" The little girl replied, "Well, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-11, Acts 17:16-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Togetherness With God - Togetherness Wtih Each Other

Contributed by Don Schultz on Apr 11, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 17,028 views

How to have fellowship with others? The key is to first have a real fellowship with God.

Acts 2:36-47: TOGETHERNESS WITH GOD, TOGETHERNESS WITH EACH OTHER A few years ago I was in California, and I was walking down the street of one of those old western towns. Old buildings were on each side of me – the old bank, old stores, old homes – you could see where people used to live and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-47

Denomination: Lutheran

Preaching To The Poor, Part 2

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Apr 12, 2002

based on 54 ratings

| 4,266 views

Preaching to the poor.

“PREACHING TO THE POOR” Part 2 By Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION 1. Review from last sermon. Preaching to the poor has always been important to the church. Listen to how important it was to Jesus to preach to the poor. When John the Baptist was put in prison, he became discouraged and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:21

Denomination: Baptist

In The Beginning... God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 10, 2001

based on 245 ratings

| 45,767 views

What happens when people focus on the things of this world rather than God?

Poem: He was just a little lad, and on the week’s first day, Was wandering home from Sunday School, and dawdling on the way. He scuffed his shoes into the grass; he found a caterpillar He found a fluffy milkweed pod, and blew out all the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3, John 1:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rich Man And Poor Man

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Jan 28, 2001

based on 166 ratings

| 7,190 views

The way we behave toward people indicates what we really believe about God!

RICH MAN, POOR MAN James 2:1-13 The secretary picked up the phone and heard a very countryfied voice on the other end saying; “I want to talk to the head hog at the trough!” Puzzled, the secretary said, “Excuse me sir?” He repeated; “I want to talk to the head hog at the trough!” She then ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Con Brio-With Spirit

Contributed by Richard Jones on Mar 14, 2001

based on 69 ratings

| 3,351 views

Has God called us to the normal mundane life, or has He called us to so much more?

“Con Brio” Introduction: In his Letter to the Ephesians, the Apostle Paul writes: Look carefully then, how you walk, not as unwise men but as wise, making the most of the time...Therefore, do not be foolish, but understand what the Will of the Lord is (Eph. 5:15,17). Regrettably, many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17, Colossians 3:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Without Christ Is Meaningless

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Dec 6, 2000

based on 117 ratings

| 13,950 views

Christmas without Christ is a contradiction in terms but the antidote is to hear the Word of the Angel and the Worship of the Heavenly Choir, to follow the Witness of the hepherds and ponder the Wonder of Mary.

Many of us have had more Christmases than we care to remember! We half dread it’s coming because of the superficial spirit brought on by the build up of publicity to enter into the spirit of the festive season. The business world, it has to be said, with an eye on the cash till, seizes upon the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face My Failures

Contributed by Jim Mooney on Jan 6, 2001

based on 164 ratings

| 9,082 views

Failure to stand for Christ when you are under pressure can be devastating, This sermon will reveal how to face that failure and go on in Life.

How To Face My Failures Matthew 26:30-35 Sooner or later everyone in this sanctuary will fail at something. There are some here today who have had more failures than successes. Failure is a universal experience. If failure is such a universal experience, then I am sure you would agree that it is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:30-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

What The Bible Can Do For You!

Contributed by James Botts on Aug 29, 2002

based on 65 ratings

| 7,748 views

What the Bible Can Do For You! (2 Timothy 3:15-17)With all of the information overload in our world today, is it possible for us to hear the voice of God? God’s Word benefits our lives by providing the direction for our greatest areas of need.

The Crossing Community Church “What the Bible Can Do For You” Pastor Jim Botts July 7, 2002 Introduction We live in the age of information overload. Consider the following: - New York Times contains more factual information in one edition than all the written materials available to a reader in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Will You Pray?

Contributed by Gary Macdonald on Nov 1, 2001

based on 44 ratings

| 3,011 views

Why do people murder others? This sermon outlines what brings young people to kill others.

Will You Pray? by Gary MacDonald Introduction Many people from parents to the so-called experts have tried to understand what motivated the two young boys, Jon Venables and Robert Thompson to go on to plan to kidnap a young baby, then fail but later on that fateful day, spot another young baby ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Genesis 3 As A Response To Suffering

Contributed by David Petticrew on Mar 4, 2003

based on 9 ratings

| 4,240 views

A look at suffering as the result of sin, which arises from free will which is necessary for true love, in the light of Genesis 3.

Introduction Adam was walking around the Garden of Eden feeling very lonely, so God asked him, "What is wrong with you?" Adam said he didn’t have anyone to talk to. God said he was going to give him a companion and it would be a woman. He said, "This person will cook for you and wash your clothes; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24, 1 Corinthians 8:18-27

Denomination: Holiness

How To Know Where To Go Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003

based on 35 ratings

| 5,079 views

This sermon focues on determining the will of God in your life. It is the final messsage in a series of talks based on Romans 12:2. Topical in nature.

How to Know Where to Go Romans 12:2 Mind Games / Dr. Marty Baker / February 23, 2003 www.stevenscreek.net Last summer, our family took a vacation that we will always remember. We loaded the van, drove to Atlanta and hopped on a plane and flew into the wild blue yonder. We arrived at our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:2

Denomination: Church Of God

Reactions To The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 23, 2002

based on 54 ratings

| 11,271 views

In the Christmas story as it is told in Matthew 12, we will see three general reactions to the birth of Jesus.

Reactions to the Birth of Christ Matthew 2:1-12 This morning I want to begin by reading a letter written to Santa; that may help you think about how we view Christmas. This letter vividly points out that we live in a part of the world that places more emphasis on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Why God Wants Us To Pray

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 17, 2003

based on 51 ratings

| 12,795 views

God really does want us to pray. This sermon tells us why.

May 18, 2003 Title: Why God Wants Us to Pray Text: Luke 18:1-8 Introduction We continue to focus on our global mission: Loving God...Reaching Families...Making Friends. This year, our vision to accomplish our mission is... Christ First The "I" in Christ stands for Intercessory Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

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