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Francis Schaeffer
Francis Schaeffer
21 Sermons
Francis Schaeffer (1912-1984) was an American evangelical theologian who founded L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland in 1955. He influenced a generation of Christians to engage thoughtfully with philosophy, art, and culture.

Sermons 21

Psalm 33:12 Christian Worldview

Dr. Francis Schaeffer, a missionary to American intellectuals, founded L'Abri Fellowship in Switzerland to address life's philosophical questions. He emphasized the importance of historic Ch…

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Psalm 139:13 Sanctity Of Life

This sermon addresses the societal shift towards valuing human life based on arbitrary standards, from unborn babies to the elderly, and the dangers of such a mindset leading to a disregard …

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John 8:32 Civil Disobedience

This sermon emphasizes the importance of standing for true freedom, especially in the context of religious freedom as outlined in the First Amendment. It calls for upholding the sanctity of …

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Exodus 20:14 Marriage And Adultery

Francis Schaeffer delves into Ephesians 5:21-32, emphasizing the profound connection between Christ and the church as His bride, mirroring the marriage relationship between husband and wife.…

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Proverbs 2:3-5 Apologetics

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural framework and mindset of the people we are trying to communicate with. He compares it to speaking in a for…

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Luke 16:1 Judgment Seat

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of viewing material possessions from a different perspective. He suggests that Christians should visit a city dump to see the things tha…

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Deuteronomy 6:6 Christian Education

Francis Schaeffer emphasizes the importance of protecting Christian schools from having their curriculum controlled by those who have negatively influenced public schools. He stresses the ne…

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Genesis 1:2 Theology

In this sermon, the preacher discusses the concept of an impenetrable mystery that lies behind all creation, both human and divine. He emphasizes the inexhaustible energy that exists in even…

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Habakkuk 2:4 Practical Christianity

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of recognizing God as a judge. He contrasts the sweet and loving nature of a mother with the seriousness and impartiality of a judge. Th…

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Proverbs 27:17 Christian Community

Francis Schaeffer, a unique fundamentalist preacher, reshaped American evangelicalism by promoting intentional Christian community, inspiring serious scholarship among evangelicals, encourag…

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John 13:35 Christian Orthodoxy

Francis Schaeffer's journey with his wife, Edith, began with a commitment to defending Christian orthodoxy amidst the fundamentalist-modernist conflict of the 1920s. Despite their different …

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Proverbs 27:17 Christian Hospitality

Francis Schaeffer and his wife Edith established L'Abri ('The Shelter') in Switzerland, offering a welcoming environment for students to engage in conversations about philosophical and relig…

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Romans 12:2 Cultural Engagement

Francis Schaeffer, a unique and influential preacher in the mid-20th century, challenged Christians to engage with modern culture and speak its language to effectively present the gospel. He…

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Proverbs 3:5 Christian Activism

Francis Schaeffer embarked on a new ministry direction with the project 'How Should We Then Live?' in 1976-77, which was a successful Christian response to the decline of Western culture. De…

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Proverbs 14:12 Christian Worldview

Michael S. Hamilton reflects on the life and impact of Francis Schaeffer, a significant figure in evangelicalism known for his strong stance on societal issues and intellectual thought. Scha…

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Psalm 119:105 Materialism

Francis Schaeffer addresses the pervasive influence of materialism and relativism in both Western and Eastern thought, arguing that these worldviews lead to a lack of meaning and moral clari…

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Christian Love

Francis A. Schaeffer addresses the failure of Christians to show the beauty of love, Christ, and the holiness of God, leading to the world turning away. He emphasizes the need for Christians…

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Psalm 119:105 Biblical Authority

This sermon delves into the historical shift away from the early church's emphasis on the Bible as the sole authority to the Middle Ages where authority was divided between the Bible and the…

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Genesis 2:21 Evangelicalism

The video is a sermon by Dr. Francis Schaeffer titled 'The Watershed of the Evangelical World.' He emphasizes the importance of holding a strong and uncompromising view of Scripture in today…

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John 17:5-20 Truth

In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of acting upon the knowledge of the truth in order to experience peace. He emphasizes that God wants all people to be saved and has pro…

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Proverbs 2:6 Christian Apologetics

Dr. Francis Schaeffer's profound impact on a generation stemmed from his ability to communicate historic Biblical Christianity with intellectual integrity and practical care, rooted in his d…

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