Sermons about Unpleasant Realities

The Reality Of Hell Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Nov 2, 2004

based on 36 ratings

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The doctrine of hell is one of the most neglected doctrines of Scripture. An adaptation of a sermon by Mark Ainsworth found on SermonCentral.com.

THE REALITY OF HELL Exploring the Hope of Heaven Series Sermon #5 Revelation 20:11-15; Selected Scriptures The Doctrine of Hell is so misunderstood and misrepresented today that most people’s only thought of it is using it as a curse. We watch society’s cartoon-portrayals of hell and laugh, We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Reality Check

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 15, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 5,792 views

What does it take to keep us going in the right direction, a reality check, an attitude adjustment, or a wake up call? Which will it take for you?

REALITY CHECK There is three things that the Church needs this morning and that is; 1. A reality check (Refire and refocus on the things having eternal concerns. 2 Cor 13:55 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:55

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rules Or Reality Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 14, 2005

based on 41 ratings

| 7,972 views

It’s much easier for us to follow rules than to allow the character of God to rule our behavior. Jesus challenges us to let go of law and let the Spirit guide.

For an audio version of this and other Bible studies: Go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com. When it comes to some things in life we like rules and laws – like the law of gravity: “In the ongoing battle between objects made of aluminum going hundreds of miles per hour and the ground going zero miles ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-37

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Reality Of Hell

Contributed by Kenneth Wright on Jun 29, 2003

based on 44 ratings

| 14,703 views

This sermon covers the contemporary concepts as well at the biblical concepts of Hell

The Reality of Hell Kenneth W. Wright The New Iberia Church of Christ Sermon Outline A. I am here to talk about the Reality of the Biblical Subject – Hell. B. I will cover these main points: 1. Hell is not a popular subject these days. 2. The Error Taught by Some 3. The Evidence in the ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:4-7, Revelation 20:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reality Of Hell

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Jul 29, 2003

based on 146 ratings

| 7,964 views

To look at the picture of hell painted for us through inspiration so that we will be encouraged to live in such a way as not to go there.

The Reality of Hell Text: Rev. 20.15 Thesis: To look at the picture of hell painted for us through inspiration so that we will be encouraged to live in such a way as not to go there. Introduction: (1) It is said that for the Christian, earth is the only hell that he/she will ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Reality Of Easter

Contributed by John Harvey on Apr 11, 2006

based on 15 ratings

| 9,129 views

The reality of who Jesus is often times does not match up to our misconceptions.

“The Reality of Easter” April 16, 2006 Introduction: Today is Resurrection Sunday, the day we celebrate the greatest event in history. Easter is the time of year when we celebrate the events surrounding the last week of the life of Christ, his death and his resurrection. But so often, people ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Apr 13, 2006

based on 8 ratings

| 6,217 views

Sermon for Resurrection Sunday that explains why the resurrection is so important.

The Reality of the Resurrection By Kenny McKinley Text: Multiple Scriptures (Read Matt. 28:5-6) Christianity stands or falls on the reality of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Without the resurrection Christianity would be no different than any other religion. Oh sure there would be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Reality Of The Trinity

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 10, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Goal: To feel the reality of our sonship and call out "Abba/Daddy". Malady: We fear that God is a "dead beat dad." Means: Through the cross, we find the reality of the Trinity and our sonship through Christ. Trinity, Father’s Day, Sonship, Da Vinci Cod

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three In One who grants us sonship that makes us cry out, “Abba, Father!” Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, What is your last name? What does it mean? My last name, Winters, was shortened when my relatives came to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14-17

Denomination: Lutheran

The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

| 4,483 views

The Biblical record about the death burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Reality of the Resurrection We need to come to a conclusion today that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is more than a fairy tale, more than a legend, and more than some religious symbol. It is a historical fact that is indisputable. In fact, Billy Graham said that, “There is more evidence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:44-65

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Revival

Contributed by Peter Bines on Jul 24, 2006

based on 55 ratings

| 19,497 views

Whta is revival and what are it’s true characteristics? Let’s explore through Habbakuk what it’s about and stir our hearts to cry to God for His powerful work in our day.

HABBAKUK CH 3 V 2 INTRODUCTION One modern religious scholar has said: ‘…we will not see the large scale revival’s that were witnessed, for example, during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries…There is simply not the required sociological, psychological and spiritual soil needed for such ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:2, Habakkuk 3:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Demonstrate The Reality

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 20, 2006

based on 6 ratings

| 4,387 views

There are those who talk the talk but do not walk the walk. The others are those genuine believers who demonstrate the reality of their faith in action. They not only believe what is right but they demonstrate the reality by the life they lead.

Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. DEMONSTRATE THE REALITY MATTHEW 25:31-36 INTRODUCTION: In this passage of Scripture there is a contrast between two classes of professing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

A Reality Check

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Oct 21, 2006

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Examines the importance of salvation and evangelism. - Expanded outline

A REALITY CHECK Earlier this month, the news came out about congressman Mark Foley. Since the news came out and Congressman Foley resigned, the Republicans have been trying to explain that Foley was just one man, and that he is not representative of the party. The Democrats have been rejoicing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:9-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Repentance

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 21, 2004

based on 24 ratings

| 2,664 views

All of the transforming power of Jesus flows to a heart that is repentant and turns from a life of sin

The Reality of Repentance Luke 7:36-50 October 31, 2004 Introduction A young boy about nine years old went with his parents to Europe one summer. Part of their tour was visiting the great old cathedrals of the past. As he would visit cathedral after cathedral he saw the massive stained glass ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

Reality Fasting Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jan 28, 2003

based on 215 ratings

| 20,526 views

First sermon in series, Reality Prayer - How to Ask So God Will Answer.

[This is the first sermon in the series "REALITY PRAYER, How to Ask So God Will Answer"] Do you know the difference between passive thinking and active thinking? We’re thinking passively when we believe things are always happening "to" us. We’re thinking actively when we believe our actions have ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Reality Of Hell

Contributed by Carl Allen on Aug 19, 2008

based on 4 ratings

| 5,673 views

Hell is real as real can get. As Christians we have a responsible to tell people about it.

The Reality of Hell Luke 16:19-31 Intro The subject of today’s sermon is one of those things that we all believe, but none of us like to talk about. Churches today have stopped preaching sin and hell, so they could attract more people. The early church turned the world upside down for Christ; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

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