Sermons about Western Philosophy

Are The Ancient Creeds And The Historical Faith Still Relevant Today?

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 27, 2022

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Why were the Creeds (Apostolic Creed and Nicene Creed) brought before the Christian Church? Are these Ancient Creeds and the Historical Faith still relevant today?

For Anglicans, ... As for all genuine Christians, ...authentic Christianity ... is Apostolic ... Christianity. And Apostolic Christianity ... rests on the historic, ...eyewitness testimony ... of Jesus's followers, ... the apostles, ... and to the facts of Jesus life, ... death, ... ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4, Philippians 2:6-11, John 20:24-29, John 20:31, John 20:21-22, 2 Peter 1:19-21, 2 Peter 2:1-22 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Parable Of The Five Wise And Five Foolish Bridesmaids

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

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Five Wise and Five Foolish Bridesmaids

Today, as we read in the Gospel Jesus’ parable about the Ten Bridesmaids, I couldn’t but reminisce two memorable experiences I had in September 2013. First, my experience of visiting the Holy Land during the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah is one of Judaism’s holiest days. It ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Thank You, God For Dad, Mum, Grand And Great-Grand Pas And Mas

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 14, 2024

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Thanking God for our God-fearing fathers, mothers, and grand- and great-grandparents, who, living and departed, instilled in us the faith.

In Western Christianity, this day (July 26th) is celebrated as the “feast of grandparents.” This feast began with the earliest church traditions, which marked the maternal grandparents of Jesus, Joachim, and Anne. A little bit later, in about the third and fourth centuries, the universal church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-28

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

We Are Not Ignorant Of Satan’s Devices Or Schemes – Part 5 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 30, 2023

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We are not ignorant of the ways and means Satan uses to promote his corruption all over. This time we are talking about The MIND under attack; the Corruption of the Christian religion; the false religion of Islam; and the adoption of Paganism. These are serious issues.

WE ARE NOT IGNORANT OF SATAN’S DEVICES OR SCHEMES – PART 5 This study continues with the next talk in the series where I look at the schemes I believe Satan uses to implement his hatred again God, against human beings, God’s creation, and against Christians. We look at several of these devices ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:6-7, Isaiah 9:2, Psalm 123:2, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 1 Peter 1:13, 2 Corinthians 11:3, Philippians 4:6-7, 2 Timothy 3:1-4 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ephesians 5 On Marriage

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 30, 2025

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The Biblical view of marriage is very different indeed to the contemporary world's view of marriage. The Bible demands a huge amount from us. But through a Christian marriage, we can model Christ's relationship to the church!

INTRODUCTION After our relationship to God, marriage is the most important relationship we get into. But society’s view of marriage has changed dramatically over the past half century or so. What I would like to do today is give you two pictures. The first picture is what I’m calling the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-33

Denomination: Baptist

What On Earth Am I Here For? Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 22, 2004

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1. Why am I alive? -- To be loved by God. 2. Does my life matter? -- I was made to last forever. 3. What is my purpose? -- To get to know God.

(Note: The outline and some of the content of this sermon are from Rick Warren’s Forty Days of Purpose material.) In the scripture we have read today, Paul is speaking to a group of Greek philosophers. Now these men were not atheists or agnostics. Neither were they anti-religious. In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-24

Denomination: Methodist

It Is Finished Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Feb 5, 2007

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We can recognize the finished work of God in creation and His Sabbath rest as a foreshadow of Christ’s finished work on the cross and the rest we have in Him.

1. A work was finished. a. In creation (2:1-2a) b. In Christ (John 19:30) 2. A rest was entered. a. In creation (2:2b) b. In Christ (Hebrews 4:1-10) 3. A blessing was pronounced. a. In creation (2:3) b. In Christ (Revelation 21:6-7) GENESIS 2:1-3 This morning one of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Filling In The Blank Space Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 23, 2006

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In most Bibles there is blank space between the name of the book and the first chapter. That blank space should serve as a reminder that we need to understand the background behind each Bible book. This message covers some background on the book of Colo

Filling in the Blank Space Series: Jesus, Post-Resurrection Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 22, 2006 I have some bad news for you this morning. I have sensed the truth of what I am about to tell you for many years, but research is in. In a 2003 study, researcher, pollster, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1

Denomination: Free Methodist

Three Attitudes About Christ (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 19, 2015

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Pt 2 of a 2-part sermon examining 3 attitudes toward Christ & the Gospel displayed in Acts 5:17-42. Pt 1 dealt with the spirit of opposition and the spirit of compromise Gamaliel typified. This sermon shows the spirit of discipleship Peter & John showed.

Three Attitudes about Christ (Part 2) Acts Series Chuck Sligh April 19, 2015 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation of this sermon is available upon request by emailing me at chucksligh@hotmail.com. TEXT: Acts 5:29-33 – “Then Peter and the other apostles answered and said, We ought to obey ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Prize Of Salvation (August 27, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

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The merchant’s search for the pearl was intentional. The man’s discovery of the treasure was by accident. Yet, both were, sacrificing all that they had in order to purchase their find.

THE PRIZE OF SALVATION Text: Matthew 13:44-46 Just recently, people came from all over the United States into our area and state to see the eclipse. There are some, like me, whose view of the eclipse was probably obscured by the clouds. There were many others who paid the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: United Methodist

The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 3, 2024

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Let us speak words of life to those who are lost, carrying within us the radiant hope that as we sow seeds of righteousness, the Owner will speak with authority, love, and grace, piercing their hearts so deeply that they cry out, "Abba Father, I need You!"

The Word of God 1 Thessalonians 2:13 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 How easy it is to look upon this modern world and only see gossipers, slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, boastful, disobedient people that have no fidelity, no love, and no mercy; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

An Eruption Of Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

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Paul’s prayer of thankfulness for the Colossian church.

An Eruption of Thankfulness Colossians 1:1-8 Introduction: When Paul prayed for the church at Colosse, the prayer burst into an overflow of thankfulness and praise. This was because their lives demonstrated that God was at work in the church. When followers of Christ see another who God is using ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Through The Door Of Faith

Contributed by Greg Waddell on Nov 30, 2002

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The process by which truth can become a life-transforming power.

(The Bible reading can include vv. 28-59) Introduction: A. Jesus is calling us to be His disciples. This calling includes a new commitment to the TRUTH. B. Three important questions: 1. What is the truth? 2. Where can I find the truth? 3. What do I do with it, once I find it? C. ILL: A ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Message

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Mar 8, 2002

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Christmas 2001

12/9/01 - The Message Jesus is the message from God Text: John 1:1-14: He is the hope of humankind and the answer to our hunger for reason and purpose. The message in times past was the law through patriarch’s and prophets. They only convinced us that we need more. Jesus is the message for ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Acknowledging Our Weakness To Become Strong

Contributed by Glen Vanderkloot on Nov 30, 2004

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God’s power is strongest when we can admit our weaknesses

As I was growing up, my favorite children’s story was ‘The Little Engine that Could’ attributed to Mabel C. Bragg, a teacher in Boston, Massachusetts. The gist of the story is that a long train must be pulled over a high mountain. Larger and more powerful engines are asked to pull the train ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:8-10, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

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