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  • Pastor Jeff Hughes avatar

    Why We Forgive Series

    Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 5, 2014
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     | 3,975 views

    Based on Dr. John A. McArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness" in reading or hearing this message we learn that we are nothing less than hypocrites when we do not forgive. For more information on this topic,read MacArthur's book! (1/5/14)

    **I preached this sermon, based upon concepts from John MacArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness", originally in 1999. Since then, I have preached it a few times and have modified it to fit in a devotional format. Over the next few weeks, we will discuss the topic of forgiveness, ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

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    Why We Fight

    Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Mar 15, 2011
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     | 6,302 views

    Learning why Christians must fight for those who have yet to know the truest taste of freedom in Jesus Christ

    INTRO Let’s all do something together. Quickly turn to the cover of your bulletin and stare at the picture for just a moment. Notice the tired, ruggedness of this combat soldier. He’s not a spring chicken anymore. More than any of this, the photo depicts a man charged with a duty to ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Why Was Jesus Transfigured?

    Contributed by Tim Bond on Mar 8, 2002
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     | 27,528 views

    When we think about the incident known as the transfiguration of Jesus, why it happened is more important than what happened.

    I heard a story recently about a terrible fire in a chemical plant. Several area fire departments responded to the blaze, and quite a crowd from the entire area gathered at a distance to watch. The media was there in helicopters and satellite remote trucks. The president of the company was among ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why House Church?

    Contributed by B. D. B Moses on Sep 1, 2005
    based on 23 ratings
     | 12,610 views

    Priscilla and Aquila are not unknown figures in the NT. They are heroes of the first century church. Their house church was not a substandard church, but a church that was everything that God intended in the New Testament church.

    Scripture Romans 16:5 Likewise greet the church that is in their house. Why am I talking about house churches? Because I think all believers should start churches that meet in homes. You may ask if I understand who are the people that I am talking to. We are nursing students and medical staff you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Worship Jesus?

    Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Feb 20, 2002
    based on 128 ratings
     | 6,147 views

    With so many religious options available, why worship Jesus? Why look to Him only? A message for Palm Sunday.

    Palm Sunday April 8, 2001 What a spectacle it must have been. A grown man on a donkey is treated to the reception of a king. That’s how Jesus entered Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. Surrounded by a crowd who shouted Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord. They wanted to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why All The Fuss? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 15, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,694 views

    There is a need for law and order so God has given His law with specific purposes and powers.

    “Law & Order: SPU – Why All the Fuss?” 2 Kings 17:1-23; Romans 1:18-32 It hits the news on a fairly regular basis. Someone, somewhere, is upset because the 10 commandments are posted in public view in a public place – and they want them taken down. Meanwhile, another party, ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Believe In Jesus Series

    Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 29, 2010
    based on 11 ratings
     | 6,127 views

    God calms hearts with astounding promises to captivate believing souls.

    Scripture Introduction For the disciples, quality time with Jesus in the Upper Room has not been pleasant. First, the Lord embarrasses them by taking the form of a slave and washing their feet (an act far beneath his dignity, especially since they felt so acutely that it was beneath theirs). Then ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    The Great Why Of God Series

    Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012
     | 3,814 views

    God's global purpose for us, unity, receivers or reproducers

    The Great Why of God (God’s global Purpose from the beginning till today) Daniel 3: 28-29 (p627) Sept. 25, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I had spoken at the South East Christian Church men’s breakfast a couple of weeks before the package arrived in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Genealogy Matters Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 13, 2025
     | 101 views

    Genealogy is boring…Until it explains you.

    Why Genealogy Matters February 1, 2026 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Luke 3:23-38 The Scripture We Tend to Skip Over the last several years, DNA testing has become almost a form of entertainment. You’ve seen the commercials. You spit in a tube, mail it off, and six weeks ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Why All The Noise? Series

    Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 22, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,156 views

    How do we interpret our present time? Do we understand the times?

    “The Charge of the Light Brigade: Why All the Noise?” Jer. 4:11-12, 22-28 & 8:18-9:1; Mt. 24:3-14 & 36-44 Jesus, and the New Testament authors, spoke frequently about his second coming. One scholar indicated that 1 out of every 15 verses in the New Testament speaks about it. And yet we seldom ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Go To Church?

    Contributed by Richard Horn on Jun 13, 2010
    based on 8 ratings
     | 23,062 views

    Teaching on Hebrews 10:22-25 and the reasons we should attend church services.

    June, 13, 2010 Why go to church? SERMON: Late night television brought us something that is a mainstay in our lives - the tongue in cheek top 10 list. So here is my version of the top 10 reasons to go to church: Ø 10 - They serve a quality grape juice for communion Ø 9 - They sing the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Are You Weeping?! Series

    Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 27, 2014
     | 13,743 views

    Tears of Joy at Easter. The tomb is empty.

    Why are you Weeping? April 20, 2014 John 20:1-18 Whether we want to admit to it or not . . . we all have dreams. We set out at a young age, with dreams. Oftentimes they’re little boy and girl fantasies. And sometimes they become realities. We dream about fun and exciting stuff, glamorous ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Bother With Church? Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021
     | 3,065 views

    The church is more important that you think.

    The Barna Group reports that about 10 million self-proclaimed born-again Christians have not been in church the last six months. Nearly all of these 10 million people say their faith is important to them, but their spiritual life has nothing to do with church. Bono, lead singer for the rock group ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Prayer Of Sorrow Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 5, 2006
    based on 114 ratings
     | 56,476 views

    Why would Jesus pray to have the "cup" taken away, if He knew that wasn’t going to happen? Was His prayer simply an excercise in futility, or was there something more to it? I learned some surprising truths as I prepared this sermon.

    OPEN: A minister noticed a young boy kneeling off to the side of the room after youth group and praying very fervently. As the preacher came within earshot of the boy, he was surprised to hear the boy saying: "Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo." After the boy finished his praying the preacher approached him ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why Are We Here? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,526 views

    As we examine Acts 2:42-47, we notice that we exist for five purposes.

    Scripture The Romans celebrated January 1st as a general holiday. Sacrifices were made to the two-faced god, Janus, who was able to look both ways at once. Janus symbolized change and transition, such as the progression of the past to the future. January 1st was a holiday on which gifts and visits ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed