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    The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2025
    based on 3 ratings
     | 127 views

    Jesus, the Good Shepherd, personally calls us by name, offering true life, guidance, and security amid life’s noise and distractions.

    Some weeks feel like standing in a crowded barn. So many voices. So much noise. Phones buzz. News churns. Deadlines demand. You find yourself wondering, Does anyone hear me? Does anyone know my name? The pages of John 10 open like a quiet pasture on a loud day. They whisper, Yes. The Shepherd does. ...read more

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    Your Place At The Execution

    Contributed by Dale Miller on Mar 25, 2005
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,090 views

    Each of us plays a part in the crucifixion of Jesus. Many of the characters are discussed in this sermon.

    MUB GOOD FRIDAY 2005 INTRO; I WAS TALKING TO SOMEONE THE OTHER DAY, AND THE TRIALS OF ROBERT BLAKE, AND SCOTT PETERSON CAME UP. ONE IS FOUND NOT GUILTY, THE OTHER IS CONVICTED, AND THE PENALTY IS DEATH. IN THE COURSE OF THE CONVERSATION, THEY SAID, IT IS RUMORED THAT THE EXECUTION OF PETERSON ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Gender Roles In Worship Series

    Contributed by John Hamby on Mar 31, 2005
    based on 67 ratings
     | 11,406 views

    # 5 in series on 1 Timothy. Deals with gender roles in the church.

    “Living For Christ In A Confused and Confusing World” A Study of Paul’s Letters to Timothy Sermon #5 “Gender Roles In Worship!” 1 Timothy 2:8-12 In chapter one doctrine was the subject of consideration and his priority in chapter two is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    I Am The Good Shepherd Series

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 195 ratings
     | 74,576 views

    What did Jesus mean when he said: I am the Good Shepherd. Some reflections

    “I am the Good Shepherd” John 10:1-21 Story: A shepherd was looking after his sheep one day on the side of a deserted road, when suddenly a brand new Porsche screeches to a halt. The driver, a man dressed in an Armani suit, Cerutti shoes, Ray-Ban sunglasses, TAG-Heuer wrist-watch, and a Pierre ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "Can't"

    Contributed by Harold Wilson on May 27, 2005
    based on 20 ratings
     | 6,284 views

    "Can’t" and "Can" are two different words. "Can’t" has a negative connotation while "Can" has a positive connotation

    CAN’T John 20:24 Can’t and can are two different words. "Can’t" has a negative connotation while "Can" has a positive connotation. Many people cannot get no further than where they are because they have armored and shield themselves with Can’t. Opportunities are missed, blessings are transferred ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Forgiveness

    Contributed by Charles Jones on Jan 28, 2005
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,011 views

    Forgiveness is a powerful thing as well as Unforgiveness is.

    Luke 17:1-4 The Message Bible 1 He said to his disciples, "Hard trials and temptations are bound to come, but too bad for whoever brings them on! 2 Better to wear a millstone necklace and take a swim in the deep blue sea than give even one of these dear little ones a hard time! 3 "Be alert. If you ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    The Power Of A True Love!

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Feb 4, 2005
    based on 405 ratings
     | 124,687 views

    IN OUR TEXT TODAY, WE WILL DISCUSS 3 THINGS ABOUT LOVE: 1. THE VALUE OF LOVE, 2. THE TEST OF LOVE, AND 3. THE PERMANENCY OF LOVE!

    The Power of a True Love 1 Corithians 13:1-13 Illustrations Newspaper columnist and minister George Crane tells of a wife who came into his office full of hatred toward her husband. "I do not only want to get rid of him, I want to get even. Before I divorce him, I want to hurt him as much as he ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Seasons Of Spiritual Life Series

    Contributed by John Tung on Apr 20, 2004
    based on 16 ratings
     | 16,032 views

    A Christian’s spiritual life goes through a process that is often similar to the seasons of the year.

    THE SEASONS OF SPIRITUAL LIFE Luke 8:11-15 John Tung, 11-16-03 I. Introduction November is an interesting month. You have rain, sometimes, even snow, in November. It gets warm and it gets cold. It is windy; it is mild. And of course the leaves turn beautiful colors. It has a little bit of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    What You Can Trust Jesus To Do Series

    Contributed by Brian Atwood on May 10, 2004
    based on 59 ratings
     | 6,416 views

    Fourth sermon in series on Paul’s trustworthy truths from his letters to pastors.

    8 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel, 9 For which I am suffering even to the point of being chained like a criminal. But God’s Word is not chained. 10 Therefore I ENDURE everything for the sake of the elect, that they too may obtain the salvation ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Seeing Him Go" Series

    Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on May 19, 2004
    based on 40 ratings
     | 5,583 views

    Why is the Ascension of Christ so important to us today? What are the promises He made when he left?

    Iliff & Saltillo May 23, 2004 Ascension Sunday "Seeing Him Go" Mark 16:19-20 Acts 1:1-11 INTRODUCTION: Although Jesus had discouraged his followers from expecting an earthly kingdom, the idea was deeply ingrained in them that they couldn’t forget it. After the resurrection, ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Barbecue, The Banquet And The Gospel Of Christ

    Contributed by Scott Bradford on May 23, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 5,046 views

    That all are invited to the Wedding Banquet, to the Feast, but will you accept the invitation and dress for the wedding?

    Have you seen the commercial that asks, ”What’s America cooking up for Dinner?” (of course beef). This commercial superimposes an American idea that our favorite meal is beef. (Not arguing against it, and those connected with the beef industry would certainly applaud this commercial). Like that ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Evangelism That Works.

    Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Oct 20, 2003
    based on 21 ratings
     | 6,613 views

    Evangelism that works is one in which building relationships is key.

    Text: John 1:35-51 Title: Evangelism that works. Introduction I’ve titled this message “evangelism that works” because in the few minutes it took to read our scripture text five people, (The two disciples of John the Baptist, Peter, Philip and Nathanael) find Jesus. Whenever you find five people ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    The Lukewarm Christian

    Contributed by James Pless on May 2, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
     | 38,566 views

    To live as a Lukewarm Christian is a dangerous place.

    The Lukewarm Christian Revelation 3:16 (KJV) 16 So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth. Introduction The city of Laodicea was located roughly 45 miles south of Philadelphia. It occupied an almost square plateau several hundred ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Prayer For The Church

    Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on May 25, 2006
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,990 views

    On the Seventh Sunday of Easter, "series B" Jesus prays for the church. This sermon is follows his example, and is a prayer for the church

    7th Sunday of Easter, June 4, 2000 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, I can not come to you in prayer as eloquently as your Son has done for us, as reflected in our Gospel lesson. Yet as a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. avatar

    The Other Side Of The Lake

    Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jun 26, 2006
    based on 19 ratings
     | 12,615 views

    A Sermon for the 4th Sunday after Pentecost where Jesus stills the storm on the Galilee. The central theme is that the real "danger" is the transforming power of Christ, not the storm.

    The Other Side of the Lake! Sermon on Mark 4:35-41 Pentecost +3-B June 25, 2006 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. “And Jesus said to them, ‘Let us go across to the other side.’” -Mark 4:35 The last week of June is upon us already. And, for Methodist ministers, that means it is moving time in ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist