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  • Jeff Cheadle avatar

    C. S. Lewis' The Problem Of Pain Series

    Contributed by Jeff Cheadle on Dec 20, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 12,554 views

    C. S. Lewis’ offers his insight on the problem of evil: "How can a wise, loving, and all-powerful God allow his creatures to suffer?"

    The Life & Legacy of C. S. Lewis #6 “The Problem of Pain” Romans 8.18-28 I’ve always been intrigued by the opening lines of books. (There is Charles Dickens’ “It was the best of times. It was the worst of times.” Rick Warren begins The Purpose-Friven Life with “It’s not about you.” M. Scott Peck ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Praying Is Difficult

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jan 11, 2026
     | 281 views

    Why don’t we pray? Or, if we do pray, why do we often feel guilty that we aren’t praying as frequently, or as much, or as fervently as we should? What’s holding us back? This sermon examines five reasons that we struggle with prayer, and how to overcome them.

    This morning, I’d like to talk with you about a spiritual discipline which is at the core of the Christian life. This is something which everyone acknowledges is important, and valuable, and rewarding. We all agree that it’s a good thing. And yet, we may also hope that no one inquires too closely ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Dealing The Issue Of Evil In The World Series

    Contributed by Rule Digal on Aug 11, 2008
     | 8,861 views

    Why are there so many evils in this world? Where do these evils come from? Why does a good God tolerate these evils?

    Dealing the issue of evil in the world Matt.13: 24-30 NOte: Some materials of this sermon are taken from sermoncentral.com Just months ago, several destructive natural catastrophes occurred that brought great devastation and mortality. Thousands of lives and millions of crops and establishments ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why The Law Is Good Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 7, 2017
     | 6,142 views

    The law is good because it shows me that I am not

    Last weekend our elders held a retreat where we spent some extended time evaluating everything that we do as a church for the purpose of seeing how we can do a better job of helping people enter into a relationship with Jesus, grow in their faith and then help others to do the same. As a result of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Where Does Christmas Begin?

    Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 29, 2001
    based on 26 ratings
     | 3,485 views

    A salvation message that helps us discover the difference between "when" and "where" Christmas begins using the account of the "fall" recorded in Genesis 3.

    WHERE DOES CHRISTMAS BEGIN? WHERE…NOT WHEN…DOES IT BEGIN? SOME WOULD SAY THAT IT IS RIGHT AFTER THANKSGIVING WHILE OTHERS WOULD ARGUE IT IS USUALLY THE FIRST SUNDAY IN DECEMBER. BUT THAT IS STILL "WHEN!" DECEMBER 25 THROUGH JANUARY 6 IS THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS. THESE ARE THE "WHEN" DATES OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    What Does The Contract Say?

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 7, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,486 views

    You better not rewrite it. The better you know it the better it is for you and those you impact.

    When I was training to be a Contract Specialist in South Carolina, my mentor, Art Nalley, always stressed one thing. “What does the contact say?’ That was second only to “Don’t worry about the mule going blind just load the wagon” when the workload was intense. That is a Mississippi adage. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Love That Changes Everything

    Contributed by Keith Manry on Mar 4, 2003
    based on 226 ratings
     | 28,665 views

    Have you experienced the kind of love that changes everything? Does it consume you? Does it burn within your heart? Does it transform your relationships? Does it mold your speech? Does it break your heart over the needs of others? The love of God has been

    A Love that Changes Everything Romans 5:1-5 Jack Kelley, a reporter from USA Today tells the story of a trip to East Africa in which he was taught a very valuable lesson. He was in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia, to cover a terrible famine. It was so bad that as he walked toward the village he ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Let God Do The Finger Pointing

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 7, 2023
     | 2,172 views

    If finger pointing is impolite and it is so often connected to self-centered, sinful behavior why does God do it? God does this so that when sinners see their lost condition he can point them to the cross of his Son. There forgiveness is found. There salvation and eternal life are offered.

    “Finger pointing.” What thoughts do those two words bring to your mind? For the most part they are probably negative thoughts. At a very early age we are taught not to point at people. It’s considered impolite. As we get older we experience finger pointing in many different ways. If we had ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Was Jesus Baptized? Series

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 5, 2012
     | 7,400 views

    A study of the Gospel of Matthew 3: 1 – 17

    Matthew 3: 1 – 17 Why Was Jesus Baptized? In those days John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness of Judea, 2 and saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand!” 3 For this is he who was spoken of by the prophet Isaiah, saying: “The voice of one crying in the wilderness: ‘Prepare ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    What Does It Mean To Be A Christian

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 10, 2009
    based on 24 ratings
     | 16,988 views

    What does it really mean to be a Christian? Is it fancy buildings and great music? Or is there something more, deeper, better? Here is 3 of the most basic truths of what it means to be a Christ follower.

    Intro: Vince Lombardi Head coach of the Green Bay Packers from 1959-1967. What was it that Lombardi did to spur his team on to greatness? He got back to basics. What is the famous quote from Vince Lombardi? “This is a football.” From the condition of churches around the United States and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Gift Of The Thorn

    Contributed by Dasol Kang on Sep 20, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 561 views

    Sometimes the greatest gifts God gives us are the weaknesses we would never choose for ourselves.

    INTRO If we took an inventory of everything that we say in our prayers, we would likely find that the vast majority of our prayers fall into one of two simple prayers. The first category is the “Gimmie” prayer. You know the “gimmie” prayer well. “Lord, gimme that parking spot right up front. And ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Christian's Response To Suffering For Christ (1 Peter 4:12-19) Series

    Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 13,423 views

    Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

    The Christian’s Response to Suffering for Christ Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Jake Kircher avatar

    Why Is This So Hard? Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Dec 28, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,961 views

    Why is following Gopd so difficult sometimes?

    ***Tug-o’-war illustration*** • Start off with big kid and a small kid and tell them to pull the rope as far as he can • Slowly, continue to add people to oppose the big kid until he gives up As we continue to look at God’s call in our lives to go and change the world around us, I think this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why The Cry To Crucify? Series

    Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Mar 23, 2010
    based on 20 ratings
     | 14,524 views

    This sermon takes a look at why the crowd cried crucify Him, when previously they had shouted Hosanna.

    Why the Cry to Crucify? Text: John 19:5-16 By: Ken McKinley (READ TEXT) The title of my sermon this morning is “Why the cry to crucify?” This is one of those questions you get asked in seminary. The professor asks, “Why did this crowd; that had openly welcomed Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    All Things Work Toward The Good

    Contributed by Jim Moynihan on Jun 6, 2005
    based on 36 ratings
     | 11,081 views

    God allows and uses everything that happens in our lives for our good.

    In the early days of our country a weary traveler came to the banks of Mississippi River for first time. There was no bridge, of course. It was early winter, and the surface of the mighty river was covered with ice. Could he dare cross over? Would the uncertain ice be able to bear his weight? ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational