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Why Are We Still Here?

Contributed by Billy Kryger on Aug 7, 2005

based on 19 ratings

| 12,402 views

This is a message I preached for our Church’s 56th Anniversary but you can adapt it to your situation.

INTRODUCTION: Today we celebrate 56 years as a Church. 56 years of preaching the Gospel of the Lord, Jesus Christ. 56 years of standing on the fundamentals of the faith. 56 years of holding to the Baptist distinctives. Nearly 56 years on this same corner and in this same building, although ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Need The Church

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Aug 10, 2005

based on 29 ratings

| 10,089 views

A sermon reminding us how much we need the church to enhance our growth for the Lord and to enhance the harvest for His kingdom.

There is a golf course in Phoenix, Arizona. They cater to you as if you were a king. It is not open to just anyone, though. Before you can play that course, you have to become a member. There is a big store in Tulsa called SAM’S CLUB that has just about everything you can desire, and it is all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:21

Denomination: *other

Why Are You So Miseriable

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

based on 15 ratings

| 4,409 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

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Why Am I Here" Series

Contributed by Steven Platt on Mar 13, 2002

based on 14 ratings

| 6,196 views

"What is my Purpose in Life?" is a question of the ages. We all ask it at some time or another. We will look at 2 passages in Genesis and one in Luke to find what GOD purposes for our lives.

The Search of a Lifetime Text: Gen 1:1 Last week – Where do I come from? This week – Why am I here? What is the purpose of Life? Many people try to answer the question Purpose of life is to get more money? Go to school so they can get a good job so they can sent their kids to school so they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Luke 19:40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why We Observe Christmas

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Mar 15, 2002

based on 39 ratings

| 8,388 views

A Christmas Sermon.

ROM.14:5-6 "WHY WE OBSERVE CHRISTMAS" * Some Christians are touchy, sensitive, and full of objections about Christmas. A) To you I say (in the Words of Scripture), if you regard the day, regard it unto the Lord! * If you do not regard the day, then be sure you are Christian about it! * Do not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Why Was Crucifixion The Passion Of The Romans Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Mar 23, 2004

based on 69 ratings

| 11,477 views

The Romans seemed to enjoy the crucifixion. This message explains why, while answering the question, "who really did crucify Jesus?" The answer might surprise you!

Title: Why was Crucifixion the Passion of the Romans? Text: Galatians 2:20 Three men participating in army war games were hit with paint pellets, which were fired at them by their opponents. According to the rules of the war games they were legally dead and no longer permitted to participate. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6, Galatians 2:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Did Jesus Die? Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Mar 24, 2004

based on 56 ratings

| 5,680 views

Since we need to talk about the Passion film with our friends, we have to be prepared to answer their questions. It’s a mystery to non-believers: Why did Christ have to suffer so? Why did He have to die?

Sarcastic reviews. Late night jokes. Hateful criticism. Promises to ban him from work in Hollywood. Mel Gibson has faced all that and more over the last year. All because of the making of The Passion of the Christ. Why all the controversy? The brutality? R-rated slasher movies come out ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, Psalm 22:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Reason Why We Sing

Contributed by Shad Comeaux on Apr 19, 2004

based on 47 ratings

| 21,942 views

To observe the reasons by behind our singing.

1 Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the LORD, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea. 2 The LORD is my strength and song, and he is become my salvation: he is my God, and I will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Believe In The Trinity

Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005

based on 11 ratings

| 4,337 views

A basic introduction to the reasons we hold the Triune nature of God to be a basic tenet of faith.

Why We Believe In The Trinity 2 Corinthians 13:14 A little boy digs a hole on the beach. He runs to the water, fills a bucket, runs back and pours it into the hole. His mother asks, “ Son, what are you trying to do?” He proudly replied, “I’m going to pour the whole ocean into this hole.” That’s you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Need The Bible

Contributed by David Beirne on May 17, 2005

based on 38 ratings

| 3,894 views

In a day of consumerism and quick fixes, we neglect this book that truly is our source of strength. It really does have all that you need.

Why We Need The Bible 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Let me read to you this morning a letter addressed to our missionary in the Middle East ----------. The writer of the letter is an Afghan living in Iran who heard Bro. --------- preaching on the radio. “I have believed in your God and in your message. I have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Here...worship

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Apr 26, 2002

based on 40 ratings

| 5,360 views

This message explores the value of real worship.

Why are we here?… Worship Worship. This word is used 331 times in the Bible. From Genesis, the first book of the Bible, to Revelation, the last book, we are called to worship. Worship is the theme of this book. From Genesis chapter 17 where Genesis 17:17 (TLB) 17 Abraham threw himself down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6, Exodus 34:29

Denomination: Methodist

Why Do We Fast?

Contributed by James May on May 5, 2002

based on 49 ratings

| 20,353 views

Fasting is more than skipping a meal or a number of meals, that’s only dieting. Fasting is always for a purpose and with an answer to prayer in mind.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2, Matthew 17:18-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Am I Here?

Contributed by Don Schultz on May 9, 2002

based on 51 ratings

| 6,321 views

Why am I here - God answers this question, among others, in this section.

Acts 17:22-31: ONE QUESTION FOR GOD: WHY AM I HERE? Today, as you well know, is Mother’s Day. Today is the day that many people give and receive cards that express appreciation to their mothers for all the things that they do for their children. But not all children know who their mothers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Date Setting Is Wrong

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on May 15, 2002

based on 45 ratings

| 5,053 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

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Share Communion

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jun 2, 2002

based on 320 ratings

| 140,123 views

Message discusses what this practice is about and who is invited to the Lord’s Table, particularly from a Weslyean perspective.

(Thanks to Bob Hostetler for ideas for this message. I’ve added a Methodist twist to the message. Powerpoint and audience outline available). A little girl asked her mother, “Mommy, why do you cut the ends off the meat before you cook it?” The girl’s mother told her that she thought it added ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-29, 1 Corinthians 11:1-52

Denomination: Methodist

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