Sermon: The parable of the Pharisee and the Publican

Introduction

Westboro Baptist church, followed by bomb explosions in Boston and Texas tweeted that the victims were sinners upon whom God’s wrath descended and wowed to picket funerals of the victims.

Westboro’s careless response to a national tragedy actually reminds me of the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. Jesus told it to some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else. So this is God’s message for you and me today.

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Yohan Perera 24 April 2013 Sermon outlines Pharisee, Publican, Tax collector 1 Comment

Sermon: How to prepare for eternity? Ecclesiastes 3:11

Introduction

The largest ‘Pyramid’ in Egypt belongs to Khufu, an Egyptian Pharaoh. Studies have revealed it took around 6700 highly skilled men (let alone the slaves) and 20 years of labor to build. Why did Khufu put such a huge effort into building himself a tomb? The Egyptians believed in life after death so much they made preparations while they were still alive. You see, God had placed eternity in their hearts.

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Sermon: Three challenges for Good Friday

Good Friday sermon: The burial of Jesus

Introduction

Jesus had breathed his last and someone had to arrange for his burial. All the disciples but John were in hiding. His mother was grieving and there’s no evidence Jesus’ brothers and sisters were in town. The Roman law did not permit burying criminals accused of treason either and no-one dared to violate the Roman law.

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Yohan Perera 24 March 2013 Sermon outlines Arimathea, Friday, Good, Joseph No Comments

Easter Sermon: The journey to Emmaus

Introduction

The death of Jesus Christ actually shattered the hopes and dreams of his disciples. Though the resurrection had already taken place they were so affected by what happened three days ago they felt helpless, frustrated, disappointed, discouraged and left behind. It is at a time like this that Jesus met two of them on their way to Emmaus.

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Swartz’s unmistakable message to Christian leaders

Introduction

There are two things in this world that young people are most attracted to. Sex and technology. Both are good but dangerous if handled unwisely. Aaron Swartz was fascinated by the latter. Unfortunately his fascinations didn’t have limits.

Now Please take note that I don’t intend to judge Aaron in writing this article.I rather want to emphasize the fact that there are many brilliant minded people like Swartz who need to be taught to use their skills wisely, which is something only the church is capable of doing. A good point to start with would be to identify and create an awareness of the 3 major mistakes Swartz made.

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Yohan Perera 9 February 2013 Contemporary issues Aaron, church, Swartz No Comments