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  • Dave Kinney avatar

    Why Jerusalem?

    Contributed by Dave Kinney on Dec 30, 2004
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    As Christians, this city of peace is a very important location for prophecy. The amazing events that have already taken place in Jerusalem is incredible - but find out what’s still going to happen there. It’s amazing!

    “Why Jerusalem?” 2 Chronicles 6:6 & 7:16 To begin with, there are several points to examine from these verses: · 2 Chronicles was written about 450 B.C., as the Jews were about to rebuild the Temple in Jerusalem. Which was first built by Solomon about 950 B.C. · With the leadership of Ezra, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    But Why Though

    Contributed by Pamela Johnson on Jun 22, 2019
     | 4,137 views

    Why turn back

    This year we are focusing on not turning back. As we start this year I’m sure that most of us have plenty behind us. In fact for some there is more road behind you than there is ahead and turning back would be a bad idea. Based on this scripture turning back would be bad for all of us, which ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are They Missing?

    Contributed by Thomas Swope on Sep 28, 2018
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    A study in the book of 1 Kings 8: 1 – 66

    1 Kings 8: 1 – 66 Why are they missing? 8 Now Solomon assembled the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes, the chief fathers of the children of Israel, to King Solomon in Jerusalem, that they might bring up the ark of the covenant of the LORD from the City of David, which is Zion. 2 ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Why Worship

    Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 8, 2005
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    Why Worship?? John 4 24God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth." Psalm 29 2 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. Psalm 45 11 So shall the king greatly desire th

    Why Worship?? John 4 24God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth." Psalm 29 2 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. Psalm 45 11 So shall the king greatly desire thy beauty: for he is thy Lord; and worship thou ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Worship

    Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015
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    Why Worship

    Psalm 145 - Why Worship I. Because of His Position - 1 I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever. A. The Character of His Position - 1. He is a Praiseworthy God - "I will extol thee” 2. A Personal ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why Me? Series

    Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 15, 2024
     | 2,599 views

    Refuse to blame God in your disappointment. Instead, believe in Him and get back to work.

    A man in a hot air balloon realized he was lost. He reduced altitude and spotted a woman below. He descended a bit more and shouted, “Excuse me, can you help me? I promised a friend I would meet him an hour ago, but I don’t know where I am.” The woman below replied, “You’re in a hot air balloon ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Why Not Now?

    Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 21, 2019
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    SOME THINGS ARE TOO IMPORTANT TO PUT OFF

    WHY NOT NOW (MARK 1: 40-42 ) (EXODUS 7:26-8:10) ILLUS: Sometimes in life we put things off; Somethings are too important to delay. GOD is asking WHY NOT NOW TEXT: MARK 1: 40-42 40 A man with leprosy[g] came to Jesus and knelt down.[h] He begged, “You have the power to make me well, if only you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why A Manger?

    Contributed by Bob Gillchrest on Dec 14, 2006
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     | 7,467 views

    Narrative story of how Mary and Joseph came to Bethlehem and gave birth to Jesus

    “Why A Manger?” Luke 2:8-15 Introduction: The sun sits high over the dusty road. The air is quiet, except for the buzzing of insects and the occasional beating of sheep. A man carefully leads a donkey over rocky terrain, as his very pregnant wife, a girl of no older than sixteen, gently rubs her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    If God Is Good, Why Is There Suffering?

    Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 3, 2022
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    This message probes the question of theodicy. How are we to understand suffering? How do we develop a healthy and Biblical Theology of Suffering?

    April 3, 2022 Sermon - Hard Questions Series; “If God is Good, Why is There Suffering?” Where IS God when things go wrong? If God is good, why is there suffering? Today is the last in our short series where we have been exploring hard questions of the Bible, of God. I hope you’ve enjoyed this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    We Would Like To See Jesus Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Sep 10, 2007
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     | 8,090 views

    It is essential for us to see Jesus clearly. In this sermon I introduce the challenge of studying Jesus, and explain why is it essential that we do.

    Introduction: A. Church auditorium pulpits are interesting. 1. They can take many shapes and sizes. 2. When I first came to Wetzel Road, the pulpit was made out of paneling and was a big counter with a slanted front and sides and had a podium in the middle. a. When I stood behind it I felt ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Why The Cry?

    Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Apr 14, 2017
     | 10,154 views

    Good Friday Sermon on the 4th Word of Christ while on the Cross. Matthew 27:46 And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

    Why The Cry? Matthew 27:46 (ASV) And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me? The journey From Gethsemane to Golgotha is slightly less than 1 mile, took six hours to complete and is the key to over ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Faith?

    Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Aug 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,608 views

    This very simple 5-point expository outline answers five of the many questions about why faith is important. I suggest doing a simple Keynote Presentation and working your way through the Scriptures provided in an expository manner.

    Why Faith? Text: 2 Corinthians 5:7 1. You can't get saved without it ¥ Ephesians 2:1-10 2. You can't please God without it ¥ Hebrews 11:4-6 3. You can't get what you need from God without it (It’s the formula for manifestation) ¥ Mark 11:22-24 4. You can live the God designed life without ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Scott Carroll avatar

    Why Did We Change The Grape Juice To Wine In The Communion Cup?

    Contributed by Scott Carroll on May 21, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,829 views

    A Biblical View of Wine and the Cultural Influences that Shaped the Church to Change Its Practice of Communion

    Why Did We Change the Grape Juice to Wine in the Communion Cup? A Biblical View of Wine and the Cultural Influences that Shaped the Church to Change Its Practice of Communion The Use of Wine in the Bible Before I speak directly about the element of wine in communion, it is necessary to take a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    Why Genesis Is Important

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jul 6, 2018
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     | 9,472 views

    There are some in the Body of Christ who believe that the book of Genesis is not "God-breathed". But it's a book that Lord says is critical to how we are to live as Christians.

    How many of you know that there are many in the Body of Christ who do not think that Genesis is literal? Many believe it’s allegorical. Some don’t believe Genesis really happened believing that the book is a series of stories that were compiled to try and help us understand what happened in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Are You Crying?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,347 views

    If Christ Jesus is here among us, why do we insist on crying out to God? This is the question the angels posed to Mary and through this story to us.

    Why Are You Crying? John 20: 1 - 18 Intro: The young mom was driving her 3-year-old child to church early on Easter morning. As she drove she told the Easter story. “This is the day we celebrate Jesus coming back to life.” From the back seat she heard, “Will He be in church today?” I. Did ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed