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  • Ricky Tuttle Thd avatar

    "Why Am I Here?” Series

    Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Apr 10, 2025
     | 405 views

    Peter was asked to return to Caesarea and speak to Cornelius the Roman Solder.

    “Why Am I Here?” Acts 10:24-33 In the last message we found Peter in Joppa. Many received the truth of the Gospel message, believed and were saved. There were visitor that came by and requested that Peter return with them to see Cornelius, who was a Roman Solder, a Centurion. Peter meanwhile ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Pastor’s Quit

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 28, 2019
     | 12,677 views

    A study in the book of Ezra 8: 1 – 36

    Ezra 8: 1 – 36 Why Pastor’s Quit 8 These are the heads of their fathers’ houses, and this is the genealogy of those who went up with me from Babylon, in the reign of King Artaxerxes: 2 of the sons of Phinehas, Gershom; of the sons of Ithamar, Daniel; of the sons of David, Hattush; 3 of the sons of ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Why Are Our Blessings Delayed

    Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 27, 2024
     | 1,616 views

    1. GOD'S TIMING 2. THE TEST OF FAITH 3. TURNING POINTS 4. GREATER GLORY OF GOD 5. OUR FEARS 6. SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS. 7. LACK OF DESPERATION

    WHY ARE OUR BLESSINGS DELAYED OUTLINE 1. GOD'S TIMING 2. THE TEST OF FAITH 3. TURNING POINTS 4. GREATER GLORY OF GOD 5. OUR FEARS 6. SPIRITUAL BLESSINGS. 7. LACK OF DESPERATION THE MESSAGE WHY ARE OUR BLESSINGS DELAYED 1. GOD'S TIMING SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 2:3,4 3. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why So Few Laborers?"

    Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 64 ratings
     | 15,871 views

    In Matthew chapter eight you read of many volunteers. In Matthew chapter nine, you will read there is a great need for laborers. Why are so many called but so few chosen? Seven reasons:

    Title: "Why the Laborers are so few?" Introduction: These two verses of scripture are very well known, but you might be surprised by something in it’s context. In Chapter nine, Jesus is pleading for laborers. In chapter eight, there are many would be followers of Jesus. Why are there so many ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Date Setting Is Wrong

    Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002
    based on 45 ratings
     | 5,051 views

    Setting dates for Christ’s return.

    Why Date Setting Is Wrong by Jerry Falwell A. INTRODUCTION 1. Many have been wrong. a. William Miller on October 22, 1844 waited with hundreds in the Seventh Day Adventist Church. b. Jehovah Witness predicted Christ returned in 1874, and was crowned as King in 1914. c. Edgar C. Whisenant ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Does The Resurrection Matter? Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Apr 28, 2014
     | 7,226 views

    What is the difference in Buddhism, Islam, Judaism and Christianity? Simple. Of the four major religions today only one claims an empty tomb. The resurrection is the miracle that makes a difference between a religion that is dead and one that is alive.

    Why does the Resurrection matter? John 20:1-20 History records that Abraham who is known as the founder of the Jewish faith. 2000 years before the birth of Christ. His body remains in that tomb. History also records that in the year 483 BC that Buddha who about 80 at the time died from eating ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are You So Miseriable

    Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,396 views

    A Comparison of the life of King Saul with Believers today

    Why Are You So Miserable 1 Samuel 9-19 Introduction: Tonight I am going to tell you the story of a man, probably many men, maybe someone here tonight. I wanted to know why so many Christians are miserable? Let me explain, I’m not talking about sadness, or grief. Day to day ....bleck! Walk ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Your Testimony Will Succeed

    Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 5, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,526 views

    An motivational sermon to give the listener confidence that sharing their faith will not fail to reach people with the message of the Gospel.

    Why Your Testimony Will Succeed Rev. Sean Lester April 27, 2003 Text: Hebrews 4:1-16 Introduction: Jesus gave you the command to preach the gospel to all people with the idea that you would do it, and that by doing it you would succeed in calling people to salvation through Jesus Christ. It ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Missions Work Is Fishy

    Contributed by Mark Aarssen on May 30, 2009
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,322 views

    You may have felt you have served God long and faithfully in many areas of church life so why should I consider missions now? Why should I open my heart to people who may have their hearts closed to Gods message?

    Why Missions Work is Fishy Right here at New St. Andrews our WMS reaches men and women, boys and girls in Canada, India, Malawi, Guatemala, Mozambique and Nicaragua as well as Eastern Europe and even Israel and Palestine. We often take for granted that such far reaching work is being ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Why Become A Generous Christian?

    Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,740 views

    5 Life Changing Reasons to Become a Generous Giver

    Introduction Key point: We’re often told we "should" do something without being told "why" (i.e. we "should" read our Bible every day and we "should" give to God). This message will give everyone (regardless of their financial circumstances) 5 REASONS "WHY" to faithfully give to God’s work based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Is Prayer So Important?

    Contributed by Tom Feola on Jun 25, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 14,099 views

    The importants of Prayer cannot be under estimated.

    Prayer the food of life and ministry Why is prayer so important? Prayer is the way that God has decided to get things done. God will not move unless someone prays. John Wesley said that it seems that God can do nothing unless someone prays or ask Him. So what does prayer do. Prayer gives us ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why People Decide Not To Pray?

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jan 11, 2005
    based on 105 ratings
     | 8,892 views

    But why people decide not to pray? There are some reasons: 1. Prayer Takes Time and Effort, 2. Prayer Needs a Reason, 3. Prayer Requires Passion, and, 4. Prayer Demands Faith

    Why People Decide Not to Pray? (Luke 18:1-8) Introduction ILLUSTRATION. During the lunch our, the president of a large factory wanted to talk to his company’s manger about an urgent matter, but the manager’s secretary said, “He can not be disturbed for he is in conference—as he is everyday at ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Bread Lesson 4 Series

    Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 26, 2017
     | 3,960 views

    Why bread is a symbol of His death

    “For I received from the Lord that which I also delivered to you: that the Lord Jesus on the same night in which He was betrayed took bread” (1 Cor. 11:23). A. Why Bread is a Symbol of His Death 1. Death. “Unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why I Love The Church

    Contributed by Dwight Jones on Aug 6, 2005
    based on 27 ratings
     | 7,478 views

    I love the church because...

    Why I love the Church Matthew 16:15-18 (KJV) He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? 16And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. 17And Jesus answered and said unto him, Blessed art thou, Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Mike Fogerson avatar

    Why Terrorists Hate America

    Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 9, 2009
     | 3,818 views

    For hundreds of years America has been the recipients of God’s blessing and favor

    Why Islamic Terrorists Hate America Part 1 of 2 Introduction: A The U.S. has 3 main documents that forms the basis of her democracy: Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Constitution. 1 According to former President Harry Truman they are all based on the Holy Bible. a The Torah, Isaiah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist