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  • Jeff Strite avatar

    Why Do I Need Church?

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 20, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 19,574 views

    Jesus built HIS church out of flesh and blood. He took sinful, selfish and self centered people and created a church that would last forever. But how could He make a world changing church out of such useless material? Preached at Unity Service

    OPEN: About 9 yrs ago, the Russian Orthodox Church had a 200 year old Church Building that had fallen into disuse. They wanted refurbish and begin worship services there, but when they arrived at village where the church building was … it wasn’t there anymore. It had disappeared. It seems that some ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Sin: Why Did Jesus Come? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 16, 2015
     | 4,963 views

    The main reason Jesus came was to rescue rebels.

    Scripture Today is the third week of a seven-week series of messages based on a book that is titled Christianity Explored by Rico Tice and Barry Cooper, out of England. The purpose of this series is to explore Christianity, primarily through the writing of Mark in his book we call The Gospel of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "Lord, Why Did They Have To Die?" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jul 30, 2013
     | 4,873 views

    Job was a very righteous man. In fact the Bible says that he was blameless and that he feared God and stayed away from evil. A messenger shows up and gives him all kinds of bad news. Your oxen are dead. So are your sheep. Now your servants are dead.

    “Lord why did THEY have to die?” Luke 7:11-16 The time of year was Christmas and my family and I were gathering together to celebrate. We were at my mother’s home in Arkansas. My sister came in; she had her son with her. He was about to turn one. I asked where her husband and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why? Understanding Life Events (Iii) Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 7, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,070 views

    As the Potter molds the clay, God prepares His people for eternity. He uses events and pressures in our life toward that end. This is the last in a series examining 3 things that God is always doing.

    Why? Understanding Life Events III Jerm. 18:1-6 6-14-09 Intro 1 John 3:2 “Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for we shall see Him as He is.” This morning I want to talk about your ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Treasure In Clay Jars, Why Not A Vault? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,502 views

    Despite our flaws and imperfections, God has chosen to house His all-surpassing power within us, demonstrating His grace and glory through our lives.

    Good morning, family of God! You know, this world can make us feel pretty beat up and broken sometimes, can't it? If you're anything like me, there are days when your flaws seem just too big to bear. But I've got some good news for you today. We're going to dive into 2 Corinthians 4:7, and I ...read more

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    Why Christians Do Not Observe The Sabbath PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 26, 2023
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     | 779 views

    This sermon explores the transformation from the Old Covenant's bondage to the freedom and life found in the New Covenant through Christ's sacrifice.

    Good morning, my dear family in Christ. It's always a joy to gather together in the Lord's presence, to seek His wisdom, His guidance, and His comfort. Today, we gather not just as individuals, but as a community, bound by the love of Christ, to reflect on the profound truths of our faith. We are ...read more

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    Why I Am A Christian Mystic

    Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021
     | 1,487 views

    What is a Christian mystic? A Christian mystic is a follower of Jesus who believes in and experiences the supernatural realities of relationship with God.

    What is a Christian mystic? A Christian mystic is a follower of Jesus who believes in and experiences the supernatural realities of relationship with God. I would like to convince you today to join me as an authentic Christian mystic, one who fully engages in the spiritual realities of ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Why Have You Done This To Us? Series

    Contributed by Keith Shuler on Aug 12, 2005
    based on 28 ratings
     | 6,366 views

    Leaders who fail to tithe should not be permitted to make decisions governing the body of Christ.

    Why Have You Done This To Us? Joshua 7 Robbery in any nation is a serious crime. It can result in various forms of punishment. Some people loose a hand while others spend time in prison. Stealing is also a crime in the Kingdom of God, as we shall see in our lesson today. Historically, the children ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Passion Of Jesus: What And Why And Who Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 31, 2023
     | 1,132 views

    Don’t waste the week. Come into intimate contact with the God-man and His redemptive death.

    Palm/Passion Sunday 2023 We have just proclaimed some of the longest, most intense Scriptures of our Christian year, informing us and all the world of the what and why and who of the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ not quite two thousand years ago. These words invite long contemplation; the ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    Why Men Hate Going To Church

    Contributed by David Diyanni on Jun 29, 2008
    based on 7 ratings
     | 8,546 views

    Why are most of America’s churches filled with women and children? Where are all the men? Check out this sermon!

    Why Many Men Hate Going To Church Introduction 1. Today I am going to give all of you something to talk about around the dinner table for the next few weeks. I am going to challenge some of you to look at Jesus differently than you possibly have and my hope is that you get a better understanding ...read more

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    Denomination: Vineyard

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    Why Does God Allow These Struggles?

    Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 28, 2017
     | 7,212 views

    A look at the Christmas passage - specifically, the struggle of Mary and Joseph having the baby in Bethlehem far from home. A look at four ways God uses our struggles in our lives.

    Mary And Joseph’s Road Trip: “Why does God allow these struggles in my life?” - Luke 2:3-6. - The trip to Bethlehem under such difficult circumstances had to be a struggle. Did they have questions? I know I would have. “God, why are You allowing this?” “God, have You forgotten us?” “God, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Look For The Living Among The Dead

    Contributed by Ricky Johnson on Apr 11, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,065 views

    A sermon for Easter celebrating the living. Incorporates the passing of my father and his transition to eternal life.

    “On the first day of the week, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb early, while it was still dark.” We might ask why Mary came to the tomb this early in the morning. If we return to the crucifixion and burial of Jesus we remember that according to Luke’s gospel Joseph of Arimethea asked for Jesus’ ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Why Should I Read The Bible? Series

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jan 4, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,980 views

    This is a sermon to launch a church wide reading program

    Introduction Background This week we as a church are beginning The Essential 100 bible reading plan A new exciting way to read through the Bible. The bible reading plan is based on 100 carefully selected short Bible passages- 50 from the Old Testament and 50 from the New Testament- ¦s ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Am I So Tired?

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Jul 28, 2002
    based on 84 ratings
     | 19,359 views

    The dangers, causes, and cures of fatigue and weariness.

    This morning, I want to ask you a question. Here it is: "Why am I so tired all the time?" Not me personally, but all of us. Because we all experience fatigue and weariness. We may know them as occasional visitors, or as constant and unwelcome companions, but every one of us has made their ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why God Wants Us To Pray

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on May 17, 2003
    based on 51 ratings
     | 12,682 views

    God really does want us to pray. This sermon tells us why.

    May 18, 2003 Title: Why God Wants Us to Pray Text: Luke 18:1-8 Introduction We continue to focus on our global mission: Loving God...Reaching Families...Making Friends. This year, our vision to accomplish our mission is... Christ First The "I" in Christ stands for Intercessory Prayer ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene