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  • Gaither Bailey avatar

    Why Are You Crying?

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 16, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 3,382 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

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    "Why Freedom Is Possible" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jun 17, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 4,011 views

    Freedom from the slavery of sin is possible. Why then do many Christians never seem to attain the freedom that Christ intended for them to have?

    Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 3, 2005 “Why Freedom is Possible” Romans 7:15-25 INTRODUCTION: When we talk about freedom in our Christian life, we are referring to freedom from the slavery of sin--not freedom to live any old way we please. Today’s scripture was written mainly to Christians ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Why Keep Vows?

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Oct 2, 2006
    based on 34 ratings
     | 14,856 views

    The Value of Making Vows

    The Value of Making Vows "I will pay my vows unto the LORD now in the presence of all his people" (Ps. 116:14). Hippocratic Oath One of the oldest binding documents in history, the Oath written by Hippocrates is still held sacred by physicians: to treat the ill to the best of one’s ability, to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Worship God?

    Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Oct 13, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 6,218 views

    Could anyone worship God? How could YOU really worship Him?

    “Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. ‘All this I will give you,’ he said, ‘if you will bow down and worship me.’ Jesus said to him, ‘Away from me, Satan! For it is written: `Worship the Lord your God, and serve him ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are You Here?

    Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Apr 9, 2004
    based on 32 ratings
     | 6,525 views

    This sermon deals with the question the angel asked the women, "Why do you seek the living among the dead?" People today are no different and are looking for something this Easter season. This sermon addresses the question, Why am I here, and shows why

    Title: Why Are You Here? Text: Luke 24:1-12 Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: A young man from a wealthy family was about to graduate from high school. It was the custom in that affluent neighborhood for the parents to give the graduate an automobile. "Bill’ and his father had spent months ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Why Baptize Infants

    Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 12, 2004
    based on 98 ratings
     | 11,467 views

    Why do we baptize infants? A look at the New Testament, Old Testament, and church history.

    Genesis 17:9-13 9 Then God said to Abraham, "As for you, you must keep my covenant, you and your descendants after you for the generations to come. 10 This is my covenant with you and your descendants after you, the covenant you are to keep: Every male among you shall be circumcised. 11 You are to ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Good Friday - Why? Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Dec 18, 2006
    based on 39 ratings
     | 15,848 views

    This is a meditation for a Good Friday Service. It is a short meditative reading for reflection.

    Why GOOD Friday? Text: John 19:1-30 1 So then Pilate took Jesus and scourged Him. 2 And the soldiers twisted a crown of thorns and put it on His head, and they put on Him a purple robe. 3 Then they said, "Hail, King of the Jews!" And they struck Him with their hands. 4 Pilate then went out again, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Why Jesus Came

    Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Dec 22, 2006
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,570 views

    His coming was the plan of God, the proof of His love and the provision for our salvation.

    I encourage you to watch The Nativity Story with your family or friends. Then, after the movie, you can share the good news of salvation to them. Again, God gave us an open door to share the Gospel at Hollywood ’s expense! Let me share with you the real score behind the nativity. Romans 5:6-10 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are We Here? Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 29, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,599 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

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    "Why Are We Here?"

    Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 19, 2007
    based on 7 ratings
     | 6,120 views

    Gives five reasons God has us here.

    “What in the World Are We Here For?” January 22, 2007 “The author: Solomon of Jerusalem, King David’s son, "The Preacher." In my opinion, nothing is worthwhile; everything is futile. For what does a man get for all his hard work? Generations come and go, but it makes no difference. The sun rises ...read more

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    Denomination: Holiness

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    Why Legalism Stinks Series

    Contributed by Larry Osborne on Jun 13, 2007
    based on 19 ratings
     | 6,038 views

    Having a clear understanding of God’s law can help us avoid the trap of legalism. King David, the apostle Paul and Jesus can each give us a healthy perspective on God’s law.

    1 Timothy: Doing Church God’s Way North Coast Church Message #5 August 12-13, 2006 Dr. Larry Osborne Why Legalism Stinks 1 ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Why Be Part Of The Church Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 18, 2007
    based on 6 ratings
     | 8,961 views

    21st in a series from Ephesians. Being part of the church is about far more than meeting my own needs and desires.

    This week I came across an interesting website called Churchshoppers.com. Here is what that site claims they can do for you: Finding the right home church is one of the most important decisions you will make for you and your family. Your place of worship needs to inspire, encourage and challenge ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why Are You Laughing Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 12, 2007
    based on 159 ratings
     | 15,101 views

    Doubting God is nothing to laugh about.

    Genesis 18:1 And the LORD appeared unto him in the plains of Mamre: and he sat in the tent door in the heat of the day; 2 And he lift up his eyes and looked and, lo, three men stood by him: and when he saw them, he ran to meet them from the tent door, and bowed himself toward the ground, 3 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why Are You Crying? Series

    Contributed by Charles Cockroft on Aug 15, 2007
    based on 217 ratings
     | 114,325 views

    We must learn to trust God in every situation. This is #6 of a series.

    WHY ARE YOU CRYING? Ex.14:10 And when Pharaoh drew nigh the children of Israel lifted up their eyes, and, behold, the Egyptians marched after them; and they were sore afraid and the children of Israel cried out unto the LORD. 11 And they said unto Moses, Because there were no graves ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Why The Trinity Matters Series

    Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 17, 2007
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,800 views

    *As Baptists, we believe that God exists as a trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, one God, three persons. *But why does the trinity matter to me?

    Why the Trinity Matters Matthew 3:13-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - June 11, 2006 *Does the trinity matter to me? As Baptists, we believe that God exists as a trinity: Father, Son and Holy Spirit, one God, three persons. The Baptist Faith and Message puts it this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist