Sermons on university of british columbia:

Does God Hate Gays Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

Confronted with the cry for the universal tolerance of Gay lifestyles, followers of Jesus must be willing to enter the debate, with gentleness and respect, demonstrating what true tolerance looks like.

Does God Hate Gays June 12, 2011 INTRODUCTION This last week on Goop, Gwyneth Paltrow weighed in on the homosexuality debate. "A few months ago, in the heat of the tragic teen suicides that came about from intolerance of homosexuality, I saw a man on television who was apologizing for wishing ...read more

Scripture: John 8:2-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Witnesses And Magnets: Our Role!

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 26, 2011

What is it all about this Christianity, blessed with a relationship with God Himself, the creator of the universe. To internalise that and keep it there or could there be more, drawing others into a realtionship with Him could that be it.

Witnesses and Magnets: Our role! This sermon is based on the illustrations and teaching from ‘The Bible’s Big Story - Our Story’ a visual roadmap for the biblical journey, by Dr Harry Wendt. As a lead in, we have used this material as a Bible teaching tool for the last three years, as weekend ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 20:26

Denomination: Salvation Army

How Precious Is The Blood

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 18, 2011

A substance vastly more precious than all the diamonds, gold and Antihydrogen in the universe is the precious priceless blood of the Lamb of God, Jesus Christ. The power of that blood is unlimited.

How Precious is The Blood 1 Peter 1:18-19 Scientists have a substance which has been said to be the most precious substance in the universe – antihydrogen. Contenders for the world’s most precious substance such as saffron, plutonium, gold, and diamond are like dirt in comparison to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Holiness - Is It For Today?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 9, 2017

The LORD welcomes us to live a life of authentic holiness. 1. The Call to Holiness Is Universal 2. The Call to Holiness is Practical and Relational 3. The Call to Holiness is Transparent.

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48; Leviticus 19:1-2; 9-18; Psalm 119:33-40 Theme: Holiness Today? The LORD welcomes us to live a life of holiness. 1. The Call to Holiness Is Universal 2. The Call to Holiness is Practical and Relational 3. The Call to Holiness is Transparent INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene

The Jewels Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 9, 2021

Jewels are universal symbols of beauty and wealth. God considers His people His jewels, and His goal is to beautify them that they might shine as jewels, and be as durable as jewels.

Henry Schober of Edmonton, Canada, was cutting a loaf of bread to make a sandwich, when he his amazement he found a diamond engagement ring. It was later appraised at $700. As a result of a lot of publicity, the owner of the ring was found. It is not likely that gem favored bread will ever catch ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-21

Quit Being A Quitter

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 30, 2022

When Sir Winston Churchill was a young man, he attended a preparatory school, and although he was in the lower third of his class, he graduated and went on to the university.

After a successful military career and after having been elected Prime Minister of England twice, near the end of his life he was invited back to Harrow (the preparatory school) to address the students. His coming was announced, and all the students awaited the arrival of this great orator. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: Baptist

Quit Being A Quitter

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

When Sir Winston Churchill was a young man, he attended a preparatory school, and although he was in the lower third of his class, he graduated and went on to the university.

After a successful military career and after having been elected Prime Minister of England twice, near the end of his life he was invited back to Harrow (the preparatory school) to address the students. His coming was announced, and all the students awaited the arrival of this great orator. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:24

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For The End Of Days In The Space-Time Continuum

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 15, 2020

The Bible states that there will be a universal kingdom of God on Earth one day, after a new Heaven and a new Earth are recreated by God, without any help from humanity

The second law of thermodynamics supports the Bible statement that the Earth "will wear out like a garment" (Hebrews 1:11 NIV). Only Jesus Christ, the sovereign and omnipotent God, can make new what is now growing old (See Isaiah 51:6; 2 Peter 3:11-13). He is the only one who can save ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:11, Revelation 21:1-6, Matthew 24:4, Hebrews 5:11-14, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Timothy 3:12-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Greatest Sustainer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 15, 2021

Jesus has the whole universe in His hands, and if He should let go and cease to sustain it, it would collapse into a massive heap of rubble, and then fade into extinction.

Anne Graham Lotz in her book Just Give Me Jesus tells of her father Billy Graham being given a watch by a friend, and after some time it stopped working. His wife took it to a jewelry store to get it fixed, but they could not do it. She took it to several and they all said it could not be fixed. ...read more

Eternal Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2022

The universe has many beautiful things, the grass is very greenery but withers quickly, and the flowers are attractive with multiple colors but fade by evening. But Word of God lasts forever.

Eternal Word – Psalm 119:89 The Lord is good and his love endures forever. I would like to place the following to support that the word of God is eternal because It’s a living Word, a Loving word, and stands forever. 1. Living Word The universe has many beautiful things, the grass is very ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:89

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus Christ’s Glorious Return! Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 4, 2023

There is not a single star in our universe as bright as Jesus Christ. His light – and the power of His voice – will not be defeated by Satan’s army when He returns to the Earth!

Alpha and Omega, Part 47, Revelation Part 24 Jesus Christ’s Glorious Return! Revelation 19:11-21 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Been studying Revelation together, to understand God’s plan for creation -- REM: Redemption of sin is ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taming The Tongue

Contributed by John Gaston on Jun 5, 2024

In this message we look at the universal danger of our tongues, why we need to control our words, and how we can turn them into blessings for others.

TAMING THE TONGUE James 3:3-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. As Christians, we have a lot to praise the Lord for! When you first find Jesus, it’s hard to keep your mouth closed about how good God is and about how wonderful it feels to have your sins washed away. 2. Charles Wesley reflected this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:3-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lost Tribes Of Israel Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 5, 2022

In this exposition of Zechariah 10:5-12, God's promise to restore and reunite the northern 10 tribes with the southern 2 tribes is explored. Who are the Lost Tribes of Israel and how will they be restored to their homeland?

Intro Our text last week was Zechariah 10:1-4. For context, we will begin by reading that passage. “Ask the LORD for rain in the springtime; it is the LORD who sends the thunderstorms. He gives showers of rain to all people, and plants of the field to everyone. 2 The idols speak deceitfully, ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 10:1-12, Ezekiel 37:1-28, Zechariah 9:13-15, 2 Chronicles 11:13-16, Luke 2:36, 2 Kings 17:5-23, Genesis 15:18, Isaiah 54:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

God's Frightening Gift

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 12, 2003

Our moral universe raises several questions: 1. What does it mean to have free will? 2. Why is it frightening? 3. What are we to do with it?

God has a problem. His problem began when he created other living beings to live in the same universe as himself. Before the creation there was only one will — God’s will. But now there were other beings and other wills operating in the universe — millions of them. And because God wanted a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Once Again The Cosmic Christ

Contributed by Craig Dumont on May 3, 2006

Reorienting our vision of Jesus Christ as the Sovereign Lord and King of the universe. Christ is completely victorious and our view of Christ determines our actions and faith here on earth.

Once Again The Cosmic Christ By Craig R. Dumont, Sr. Psalm 99:1-5 & Psalm 110 Historian Will Durant wrote perhaps the most popular multi-volume series on the history of civilization. Volume three is titled Caesar and Christ and he starts with a most remarkable admission for a non-Christian ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God