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  • Joel Gilbert avatar

    The Priorities Of Jesus And His Family Series

    Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Jan 7, 2025
     | 895 views

    This passage seems to reveal how Mary, Joseph and Jesus prioritized God’s things in their routines, regards (or affections), and relationships.

    Today, as we continue our study in the book of Luke, we come to a rather peculiar passage that provides a rare glimpse into Jesus’ childhood. The other gospels vary in how much they share about Jesus before his public ministry begins. Matthew devotes about 48 verses to Jesus’ early years (some of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Why We Celebrate Christmas–emmanuel

    Contributed by Phillip Smith on Dec 20, 2024
     | 1,209 views

    No man alive knows the exact date our Lord was born, however it does not hinder us from celebrating his birth. We celebrate much more than his birth. Let me explain why I believe this holiday is so important to me.

    No man alive knows the exact date our Lord was born, however it does not hinder us from celebrating his birth. We celebrate much more than his birth. We celebrate his birth, life, death and resurrection into eternal life continuously. Let me explain why I believe this holiday is so important to me. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    10th Sunday After Pentecost. August 2nd, 2026. Series

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 19, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 3,207 views

    Year A, Proper 13.

    Genesis 32:22-31, Psalm 17:1-7, Psalm 17:15, Isaiah 55:1-5, Psalm 145:8-9, Psalm 145:14-21, Romans 9:1-5, Matthew 14:13-21 A). A METAPHOR FOR PRAYER. Genesis 32:22-31. “The ford Jabbok” (Genesis 32:22) is significant, first, in that it was the border of the land of promise (cf. Numbers ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Owens avatar

    The Happiest Of Endings Series

    Contributed by David Owens on Dec 4, 2023
     | 1,562 views

    Mark concludes his Gospel in chapter 16 with the angel's announcement at the empty tomb, and then the appearances to Mary, the two disciples, and then the eleven apostles. Finally, he declares Jesus return to heaven and His work in and through the apostles as they carried out His mission.

    Introduction A. In an old poem called “The Widow in the Bye Street,” John Masefield depicts a scene of heartbreaking agony. 1. He depicts a young man about to be executed by hanging for crimes he had committed. 2. In the crowd witnessing this fatal event was his mother. 3. As the trap door ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • David Salyer avatar

    Vision: The Church's Life

    Contributed by David Salyer on Dec 21, 2000
    based on 142 ratings
     | 5,241 views

    How important vision is to the life of a church

    Vision: The Church’s Life Poverbs 29:18 It started like so many evenings. Mom and Dad at home and Jimmy playing after dinner. Mom and Dad were absorbed with jobs and did not notice the time. It was a full moon and some of the light seeped through the windows. Then Mom glanced at the clock. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Improve Our Preaching

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 40 ratings
     | 3,591 views

    Let the Spirit empower, enable and enlighten your mind so you can be a more effective communicator of His truth

    Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    How Can The Lord Help Me Gain Real Confidence?

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 71 ratings
     | 9,689 views

    Confidence comes from believing that we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us to do what He wants us to do and be.

    What are the ways to gain real confidence? 1. Appropriate every aspect of the greatest promise in the Bible! - Paul writes, "I can do everything God asks me to do with the help of Christ who gives me the strength and power. (Phil. 4: 13) Illustration:James Dobson tells of a friend of his during ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • David Anderson avatar

    Living Bricks

    Contributed by David Anderson on May 5, 2001
    based on 64 ratings
     | 5,092 views

    God builds His people together for their benefit and to show His Kingdom in the world.

     Sermon: "Living Bricks" Anderson Isaiah 62:1-5; I Cor. 12:1-11; John 2:1-11 + + + In the light of Epiphany, as it shines in the words, hearts and hands of God’s people, I would like to share two texts from today’s readings. First from the prophet Isaiah, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Dale Rose avatar

    Love And Pedigree

    Contributed by Dale Rose on Apr 10, 2002
    based on 34 ratings
     | 2,886 views

    Jesus answers the question about the greatest commandment, then asks the question, "What is the Christ’s lineage?"

    Love and Pedigree Matt 22:34-46 One New Year’s Day, in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade was held up until someone could get a can of gas. The amusing thing was this float represented the Standard Oil Company. With ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Phillip Frady avatar

    More Than Anything, I Want The King

    Contributed by Phillip Frady on Apr 17, 2002
    based on 47 ratings
     | 7,004 views

    A desire for the presence and purpose of God must supercede the desire for the things that God can give to us. Miphobesheth valued the person of King David more than the material goods.

    More Than Anything, I Want The King II Samuel 19:24-30 I.. Absolute trust II. Absolute devotion III. Absolute abandonment We have before us a right moving text. Miphobesheth was one of the sons of Saul. He was born with crippled legs and had won a special place in the heart of King David who had ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ed Wood avatar

    The Cure For An Accusing Heart Series

    Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 6, 2002
    based on 70 ratings
     | 9,724 views

    12th in First John Series

    THE CURE FOR AN ACCUSING HEART 1 John 3:19-24 INTRO: SIN can rob us of the enjoyment of God’s love. When we get sin in our hearts we’re not as open to that love of God as we ought to be. SATAN can rob us of the love of God. Satan wants to steal that awareness of God’s love from our hearts. Satan ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dennis Selfridge avatar

    The Privilege Of Living A Holy Life

    Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jul 6, 2002
    based on 44 ratings
     | 11,025 views

    The way God’s people should live.

    THE PRIVILEGE OF LIVING A HOLY LIFE DT 7 When you’re in your 90s and looking back, it’s not going to be how much money you made or how many awards you’ve won. It’s really "What did you stand for? Did you make a positive difference for people?" -- Elizabeth Dole, Politician "Everyone thinks ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson avatar

    Resurrection Of Our Lord Series

    Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Apr 16, 2003
    based on 94 ratings
     | 9,801 views

    The good news of Christ’s resurrection according to Mark’s short and peculiar ending.

    Sermon for Easter Sunday Yr B 20/04/2003 Based on Mk 16:1-8 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, AB By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson A very zealous soul-winning young preacher recently came upon a farmer working in his field. Being concerned about the farmer’s soul the preacher asked the man, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Jesus Strikes At His Purpose Series

    Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 21, 2003
    based on 19 ratings
     | 5,943 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

  • Paul Fritz avatar

    Let The Spirit Empower Your Communications

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2003
    based on 46 ratings
     | 2,760 views

    The Holy Spirit will use your preaching to free people from all that limits them from doing God’s will. Jesus said, "You will know the truth and the truth will set you free." (John 8:31)

    Illustration;In a seminary missions class, Herbert Jackson told how, as a new missionary, he was assigned a car that would not start without a push. After pondering his problem, he devised a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of class, and had them ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational