Published: Jun 2, 2019 | Tags:
A message from the series “Skeptical.” Yes, Christianity is an exclusive belief system, but other religions are also exclusive. Christianity differs from other religions in that the gospel of Jesus Christ is the most inclusive message in the world. Unlike other religions, there are no qualifications for accessing it. Pastor Nate addresses the world view of religious inclusivism; that every religious belief ought to be accepted as an equally valid and true path to God. He provides four challenges to religious inclusivism and responds to objections regarding the exclusivity of Christianity.
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Published: May 26, 2019 | Tags:
A message from the series “Skeptical.” Pastor Nate addresses these common objections and questions about God and suffering: 1. God cannot be good because evil exists. 2. Why would God allow evil to come into existence? 3. What is the source of evil and suffering in the world? 4. Suffering disproves God’s existence because it is pointless. Pastor Nate also provides pastoral thoughts for those who are suffering or want to come alongside those who are suffering.
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Published: May 19, 2019 | Tags:
A message from the series “Vision 2019.” The mission of Brandywine Valley Baptist Church is to introduce people to Jesus Christ and help them follow Him. We do this because we believe that Jesus transforms lives. Our core values guide us in accomplishing our mission. This sermon reviews our vision for ministry in 2019 and beyond.
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Published: May 12, 2019 | Tags:
A message from the series “Skeptical.” In this sermon, Pastor Nate accepts a challenge to demonstrate that believing in God is actually the most reasonable and rational explanation of reality. There are four reasons to consider. First is the big God behind the “Big Bang.” Second is a fine-tuned universe that sustains life. Third is the existence of transcendent beauty, desire and meaning. Fourth is that belief in God is an anchor for morality. The sermon also addresses the scriptural explanation for unbelief while affirming the ultimate evidence of God’s existence–Jesus Christ.
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Published: May 5, 2019 | Tags:
A message from the series “Skeptical.” When those who claim to be Christ followers distort God’s word, it draws skepticism from the watching world. This skepticism isn’t a problem with Jesus; it is criticism due to the cultural Christianity of those who fail to take Jesus’ words seriously. Being on the right side of history means that Christians align their lives with God and His Son. This sermon examines two historical periods in which Christians did “get it wrong:” American institutionalized slavery and the German church’s response to Anti-Semitism. Learn how Christians today can ensure that they are true disciples who don’t slip into Cultural Christianity and end up on the wrong side of history.
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