What does the Bible say about Software Piracy? (Part 2)

This entry is part 2 of 2 in the series What does the Bible say about using pirated software?
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Previously I emphasized the ethical and legal issues linked with the usage of pirated software. Today I want to address another aspect of the problem. Although all of us fear the legal repercussions of software piracy, the majority of us don’t bother about the spiritual repercussions. In this episode, I want to mention a few. You may choose to agree with me or disagree. Nevertheless, the word of God is relevant to all times. When God says something is wrong it is always wrong and when he says something is right it is always right.

Sermon: How to wait for God’s appointed time?

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Introduction

For this particular sermon, I have chosen the example of a mother pregnant with a Baby. A baby is not born overnight. Once conceived a baby takes at least ten months before being formed into the fullness and ready to see the light of this world. In the meantime, the mother has to wait patiently and take great care of her unborn, until the time appointed for the birth will come to pass. The bible says that God also has an appointed time for everything.

Sermon: All about Praying in the Spirit

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Introduction

Praying in the Spirit is mentioned three times in scripture. (1) What should I do? I will pray with my spirit, but I will also pray with my mind. I will sing praises with my spirit, but I will also sing praises with my mind.  (1 Corinthians 14:15, NET) (2).With every prayer and petition, pray at all times in the Spirit, and to this end be alert, with all perseverance and requests for all the saints.  (Ephesians 6:18, NET) (3) But you, dear friends, by building yourselves up in your most holy faith, by praying in the Holy Spirit, (Jude 1:20, NET) Some common questions related to this topic are:

Sermon: Four benefits of Redemption

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Introduction

This is the only text that in four consecutive leading words presents the complete view of Christ’s redemptive work. Let us see. [Taken from How to Prepare Sermons by William Evans]

Sermon notes for St. Valentine’s Day 2010: Love is The Most Excellent Way

Introduction

Valentine’s day is observed in memory of Saint Valentine who is said to have been executed on February 14th in A.D 470 for performing weddings for Roman soldiers (It was a violation of the Roman Law). Maybe that’s why he is called the Parton Saint of beloveds and people around the world celebrate romantic love on the day of his execution.

Sermon: Faithfulness is the Key to God’s Blessings

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Introduction

Although precious, faithfulness is a rare virtue today. Perhaps in the church also. The Bible has many references to it. But Proverbs 28:20, in particular, says that faithfulness is the key to God’s blessings.

There are two types of blessings in general. The first kind is known as the common blessings such as rain, sunlight, etc. One doesn’t have to be a faithful child of God to receive these. The second kind is known as the unique blessings which include both spiritual and material riches but are available only to God’s children.

In today’s sermon, we are going to look at six areas of life where people are most unfaithful and what the Bible says about it. Be faithful to God in these areas, and you will unlock his blessings. [Image Credit: Virginia L.]

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