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  • Michael B. Perrott avatar

    Star-Gazers And Jesus-Seekers

    Contributed by Michael B. Perrott on Dec 30, 2008
    based on 15 ratings
     | 4,080 views

    A Sermon for the Sunday of Epiphany. The Wise Men invite us to follow in our faith-journey to encounter the Living God, made known to us in Christ Jesus

    Text Matthew 2:1-12 ‘Star-gazers and Jesus-seekers’ I guess we are all familiar with the stars – the stars, that is, that we see printed in our newspapers, written in ‘Teletext’, and on the Internet. Our horoscope, I mean, by which some people seek guidance for their lives, and seek to predict ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Jesus, Our Priest And Peer Series

    Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 19, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,580 views

    Life’s problems may overwhelm us, but we have the ultimate Friend in high places, Jesus, who is both our High Priest and Peer.

    Jesus, Our Priest and Peer (Hebrews 4:14-16) 1. There I was is sitting at the malt counter, looking at my malted shake when a large, trouble-making biker steps up next to me, grabs my malt and drinks it down "Well, whatcha gonna do about it?" he says, menacingly, as I burst into tears. "Come on, ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Under Jesus' Wings

    Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 14, 2022
     | 2,296 views

    Jesus invites us to come under his sheltering wings, but he cannot force us; we must be willing

    Luke 13:31-35 Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14). We hear in the Gospel that Jesus refers to Herod as "that fox" (Luke 13:32). This is a symbolic reference to 'the ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

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    When Jesus Meets The Broken Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 22, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 13,804 views

    This is the 28th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#28] WHEN JESUS MEETS THE BROKEN Luke 8:26-39 Introduction: This morning, we will look at a powerful story where Jesus meets a man who is very broken and hurting. In a World full of pain and suffering, this story shows us that Jesus does not stay away from our ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Jesus Promises The Holy Spirit PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 1,548 views

    To emphasize the intimate connection between loving Jesus and obeying His commands, the comforting presence of the Holy Spirit, and Jesus' promise of the Holy Spirit's help in our lives.

    Good morning, brothers and sisters! Today, we are going to dive into the beautiful and comforting words of Jesus from John 14:15-31. Our focus will be on three key themes: Loving Jesus and Keeping His Commands, The Comforter Has Come, and Jesus Promises the Holy Spirit to Help Us. Let’s first look ...read more

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    Trusting Jesus In A World Of Hypocrisy Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 13, 2025
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,132 views

    This is the 44th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

    Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#44] TRUSTING JESUS IN A WORLD OF HYPOCRISY Luke 12:1-12 Introduction: Have you ever walked into a place, (maybe a Church) where everyone seems friendly and welcoming; but as you observe closer, you notice some people pretending to be interested in you, while ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Following Jesus Into Holiness Ii Series

    Contributed by Steve Lotze on Jan 30, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,157 views

    Eighth in series on Following Jesus

    Following Jesus into holiness II Nov. 13, 2005 Various These are my actual notes and sermon handouts and they probably mean more to me than they do to you. If you don’t understand something in my notes – feel free to e-mail me for clarification (stevenmary7@hotmail.com). Here’s some deciphering ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Jesus: Leader, Lord & Ladder Series

    Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Jan 2, 2008
    based on 14 ratings
     | 24,628 views

    Jesus Christ is our Leader. He said to Philip “follow Me.” He expects all who believe to give up their lives and follow Him into service and ministry to others. Jesus Christ is Lord. He is Deity and Majesty. He reigns on high. He is the sovereign Ruler

    Let’s open our Bibles this morning to John chapter 1, where we have been studying for the past 3 months now. We have come to the end of the chapter today. As you are turning, let me tell you about a rock band that came on the scene in the early 1970’s, a band by the name of Led Zeppelin. They ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    When Jesus Did The Impossible Series

    Contributed by John White on Mar 7, 2005
    based on 78 ratings
     | 13,774 views

    Just as Jesus did the impossible in feeding the multitude with five barley loaves and two small fish, He can do the impossible in our lives when we rely completely upon Him.

    When Jesus Did The Impossible John 6:1-14 In the Sixth Chapter of his gospel, John records a unique incident in the ministry of our Saviour. This event not only confirms the deity of Christ, but also gives us a thrilling insight into the power of Jesus to do the impossible. This miracle is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Hope Is On The Way Jesus Is Coming

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2011
    based on 2 ratings
     | 18,278 views

    This is a Palm Sunday message dealing with the Hope that Jesus is bringing into Jerusalem.

    Palm Sunday--Choose Your Attitude by Rick Gillespie- Mobley Luke 19:28-19:40 Choose Your Attitude April 17, 2010 Palm Sunday Zech 9:9-12 Matt 21:1-11 We are in part two of our series, “Hope Is on The Way, Jesus is Coming.” Last week, we saw how Jesus was wrapping up his ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    When Jesus Did The Impossible Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 10, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,481 views

    This event not only confirms the deity of Christ, but also gives us a thrilling insight into the power of Jesus to do the impossible.

    12 October 2005 When Jesus Did the Impossible John 6:1-6:14 In the Sixth Chapter of his gospel, John records a unique incident in the ministry of our Savior. This event not only confirms the deity of Christ, but also gives us a thrilling insight into the power of Jesus to do the impossible. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Scott Spencer avatar

    God Focused Prayer

    Contributed by Scott Spencer on Oct 7, 2011
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,020 views

    Have you ever done a comparison between the way the apostles approached Christ in the Gospels and the way they approached Him in the book of Acts? In Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, their requests included calling fire down from heaven to consume those who

    Principle 1 for God-focused prayer: Tune to God's agenda Have you ever done a comparison between the way the apostles approached Christ in the Gospels and the way they approached Him in the book of Acts? In Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, their requests included calling fire down from heaven to ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    Jesus, The Sin-Bearer, Is With Us Series

    Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 9, 2005
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,742 views

    Advent series. This sermon is also titled "From the Cradle to the Cross"

    Sermon preached by Rev. Larry C. Brincefield on 12/12/04 at Belleview Church of the Nazarene. Title: Advent 3: Jesus, the Sin-Bearer, with us or (From the Cradle to the Cross) Text: John 1:29 Introduction 1. One day a little boy was excited to show his father what he could do… So, he kept ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Jesus Strikes At His Purpose Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,982 views

    3rd in a three part series on the three occassions Jesus spoke about His death on the way to Jerusalem

    JESUS STRIKES AT HIS PURPOSE MARK 10:32-45 OPENING ILLUSTRATION: One of golf’s immortal moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Temptations -- Jesus' And Ours Series

    Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Jan 1, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 836 views

    Temptation is our awful struggle not to lose ourselves and our potential to lose ourselves. Temptation also highlights God’s mercy and grace in our lives in the wilderness for forty minutes, hours, days or years.

    In today’s Gospel reading, we encounter the most human and common experience: temptation, which Jesus also experienced in a very profound way. The temptations of Jesus are found in all four Gospels. But we are accustomed to thinking that Jesus was tempted three times before his public ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican