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Vic Folkert
Contributing sermons since Jan 1, 2000
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No Stumbling Blocks
Contributed on Sep 16, 2021
Why do people disconnect from Christ and the church? We must not cause "these little ones" to stumble.
NO STUMBLING BLOCKS—Mark 9:38-50 This morning, we face a troubling reality: Many Americans are moving away from Christ and the church. Some are high-profile influencers, who might say they are “done” with church, or “deconstructing” their faith. Others are ordinary people—maybe people we know—who ...read more
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The Master's Guide To Greatness
Contributed on Sep 9, 2021
Greatness in the kingdom of God is found in serving. Everyone can be great!
THE MASTER’S GUIDE TO GREATNESS—Mark 9:30-37 Admit it: We all want to be great. (And why not?) We want to be successful—competent, effective, recognized for what we do. We want to be influential, so that people listen to us and take us seriously. We want be liked, valued, and loved. Some of us ...read more
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The Master's Guide To Your Best Self
Contributed on Aug 31, 2021
A unique, positive slant Jesus' challenge to deny self and take up one's cross. Specific stories about what that really means.
THE MASTER’S GUIDE TO YOUR BEST SELF—Mark 8:27-38 What is the one topic everybody in the world is interested in? It is not sports…not politics…not who will be the next Bachelor…not _____ (Pastor: Be creative and specific.) All you have to do to find out what people care most about is go on ...read more
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The Mystery Of (Un)answered Prayer
Contributed on Aug 23, 2021
Two stories from Mark 7 illustrate the mystery of answered prayer: God adapts his glorious plan to the requests of ordinary people, even when granting the requests is greater than people can imagine.
THE MYSTERY OF (UN)ANSWERED PRAYER—Mark 7:24-37 Many people have had the experience of praying—passionately, even desperately—and not receiving the answer they were seeking. That can be confusing, even troubling, and we naturally ask, “Why?” Was God not listening? Is he not able to do what we ask? ...read more
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The Heart Of Religion
Contributed on Aug 19, 2021
Religious traditions and rules can be harmful, or they can provide a framework for a heart transformed. The heart is transformed by the Holy Spirit.
THE HEART OF RELIGION—Mark 7:1-23 If you would ask 100 people, maybe on a street corner of a university or in your neighborhood, “What do you think about religion?” What would you hear? Some people would politely say, “It’s not bad to be religious, if you are into that.” Some might be glad to ...read more
Newest Sermon Series
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Mark 1-3: Jesus In Real Time
Contributed on Jan 8, 2021
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Daniel: Standing Strong In A Chaotic World
Contributed on Sep 3, 2020
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Heaven And Hell
Contributed on Jun 11, 2020
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Healthy Discipleship (Sermon On The Mount B)
Contributed on Jun 9, 2020
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Getting Life Right (Sermon On The Mount A)
Contributed on May 18, 2020
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Robert Schuller Tells Of A Time Early In His ...
Contributed on Apr 5, 2007
Robert Schuller tells of a time early in his ministy when he was experiencing great opposition. He was unable to sleep, panic-stricken, and the thought came to him, "Schuller, you’re cracking up." He desperately prayed, "Jesus Christ, are you dead or alive? I’ve been preaching it every Easter. But ...read more
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In Spain In The 11th Century, The Following Hymn, ...
Contributed on Dec 1, 2006
In Spain in the 11th century, the following hymn, Adon Olam [Lord of the World], was sung in Jewish synagogues: Lord of the world-he reigned alone While yet the universe was naught, When by his will all things were wrought, Then first his sovereign Name was known. And, when the all shall cease ...read more
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To Know Your Spouse, You Need To Know All You ...
Contributed on Dec 1, 2006
To know your spouse, you need to know all you can about their history: their life before they met you. It’s the same with God: We want to know all we can about his history of ...read more