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  • Thomas Donelan avatar

    The Parable Of The Good Father

    Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Aug 4, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 9,198 views

    Today we will look at a familiar passage of scripture commonly called the parable of the prodigal son but I feel a fitting title would be the parable of the good father. We see the selfishness of the two sons set off against the love of the good father.

    Introduction Today we will be studying a fairly familar passage of scripture, familar to most of us as the parable of the prodigal son but most aptly called in my opinion the parable of the good father. Luke 15:11-12 And he said, A certain man had two sons: 12 And the younger of them said to his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Parable Of The Four Soils Series

    Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 12, 2021
     | 6,408 views

    Only one of the four soils produces. Three of the four soils reject the seed. The problem isn’t with the seed but the soil. It’s the same seed that produces a great crop in the fourth soil that goes away in the first three soils.

    Jesus’ message was designed for religious outsiders. There’s something beautiful in the way those on the outside react when they first hear the gospel. One person when he recently began to comprehend the message of Jesus, recently asked me: “Do you mean to tell me that Adolf Hitler could receive ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Three Friends Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 14, 2025
     | 285 views

    Jesus answered a disciple's request (Lord, teach us to pray) with an example--and a story!

    The Parable of the Three Friends (Full disclosure: Dr. Vance Havner wrote a sermon based on this text in his book, “Why Not Just Be Christians?”, published by Fleming Revell before 1977. This message is not a plagiary of his work. I preached a sermon based on this text on Sunday evening, June 1, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Lost Coin

    Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013
    based on 3 ratings
     | 27,581 views

    This message describes the job of Christ, the Holy Spirit and the Believer in seeking the lost and bringing them to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.

    “The Parable of the Lost Coin” TEXT: Luke 15:8-15:10 Luke 15:8-10 (KJV) 8 Either what woman having ten pieces of silver, if she lose one piece, doth not light a candle, and sweep the house, and seek diligently till she find it? 9 And when she hath found it, she calleth her friends ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Parable Of The Sheep And The Goats Series

    Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 25, 2024
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    The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats - Parts 1 & 2

    Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are now looking at the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats found in Matthew 25. It is important to remember that this parable is the conclusion of a single sermon that Jesus delivered and is recorded in Matthew ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022
     | 2,030 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Jerry Shirley avatar

    Parable Of The Mustard Seed Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 17, 2007
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     | 27,183 views

    Oh the power of the little seed which became the greatest plant...but then comes the aberration into a tree for the devil’s dirty birds! Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

    Parable of the Mustard Seed Matthew 13:31-32 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MustardSeed.html Apostate churches are made up of people who have turned away from the fundamentals of the faith. Constant diligence must be given to keep the church true to the Bible and its teachings. Just as God’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Great Feast Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010
     | 9,526 views

    God's kingdom is like a great feast. Are we treating it as one?

    Parable of the Great Feast (Luke 14:16-24 NIV) Jesus replied: "A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. {17} At the time of the banquet he sent his servant to tell those who had been invited, 'Come, for everything is now ready.' {18} "But they all alike began to make ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

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    The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

    Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Mar 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,140 views

    God’s love for the wayward and lost and his desire for all of his children to return to him and live as children of God.

    Have you ever lost anything valuable to you before? Perhaps you have lost your keys, wallet or purse, or something even more valuable? [Prompt the congregation for items they have lost]. If you have lost something of value you know the feeling of panic. You know how desperately you search for ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    The Parable Of The Evil Farmers PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 1, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,501 views

    This sermon aims to explore the themes of God's righteous judgment, His infinite mercy, and the call to follow Jesus, as illustrated in the parable of the wicked tenants in Matthew 21:33-46.

    Good morning, dear friends. Today our sermon is based on Matthew 21:33-46. We will be exploring three interwoven themes: God's Righteous Judgment, His infinite Mercy and the Call to Follow Jesus. In the words of A.W. Tozer, "Mercy is not something God has, but something God is." This poignant ...read more

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    The Parable Of The Tar Baby

    Contributed by David Wilson on Sep 2, 2015
     | 4,904 views

    Brother Rabbit's Pride distracts him from the path-- What distracts you from running the race that is set before you.

    The Parable of the Tar Baby Brother Rabbit was hopping down the rabbit trail—you know—the one all good bunnies would chose to travel on. Along the way he came to a carefully constructed little man, made of tar and some old clothes. Brother Rabbit, not wishing to be rude, greeted the tar ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 15, 2002
    based on 887 ratings
     | 314,144 views

    In the parable of the Good Samaritan we find some basic lessons on compassion.

    A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 26 The Parable of the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Dr. John R. Hamby “The Murder of Kitty Genovese" “At approximately 3:20 on the morning of March 13, 1964, twenty-eight-year-old ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Parable Of The Wheat And Tares

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jan 26, 2024
     | 1,067 views

    Parables of the Kingdom

    Title: Parable of Wheat and Tares Type: Series Script: Mt. 13:24-30, 36-43 Where: GNBC 9-23-07 Intro: “One nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty . . .” We say it. We argue about it (especially the “under God” part). But is it true? In reality, how united is the United States? The “more ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 5, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,696 views

    The parable not only applies to those who have never met Christ, it also applies to those Christians who have lost their way in the busyness of their lives - vicars and pastors included!!

    Luke 15:1-10 Parable of the Lost Sheep Story: A young man who had been raised as an atheist –was training to be an Olympic diver. The only religious influence in his life came from his outspoken Christian friend. The young diver never really paid much attention to what his friend said about ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    The Parable Of The Workers In The Vineyard PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,438 views

    Explore and understand God's boundless generosity, grace, and unexpected provision, as illustrated in the parable of the workers in the vineyard.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we are diving headfirst into the depths of God’s boundless generosity, his unfathomable grace, and his unexpected provision. There’s a quote by Charles Spurgeon that I think perfectly encompasses our topic today. He said, "That truth is that it is beyond the ...read more

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