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  • Pat Damiani avatar

    "Dabbling" In Sin Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 24, 2017
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     | 10,748 views

    A genuine disciple of Jesus can’t go back to work for his or her old boss

    This week I read about a teenager who was explaining to his father why he should be allowed to go see a movie at the theater. That particular movie had all of his favorite actors and it was “only” rated PG-13 because it merely suggested sex, but never really showed it. And the language wasn’t too ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Calling Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 11, 2013
     | 7,794 views

    Here we read of the calling of some of the first disciples. The call of Jesus is a call to FOLLOW HIM.

    The Calling of Jesus Brad Bailey - September 8, 2013 Intro football season officially started this past week... it unleashes the energy of fans. Lives that have been in slumber seem to awaken. What it means to be a "fan" really bears a breadth of intensity...default fan... the weekend fan... the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Friend In Need Is A Friend Indeed (2004)

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 20, 2022
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    Jesus’ taught His disciples then as He teaches His disciples today how to pray what has become the known as Lord’s Prayer. We are friends of God and we are also His adopted children. “A friend in need is a friend indeed”.

    A FRIEND IN NEED IS A FRIEND INDEED Text: Luke 11:1-13 “A youngster in Connecticut, not understanding the words of the Lord’s Prayer was overheard saying, “Our Father who art in New Haven how did you know my name?” (Williams P. Barker ed. Tarbell’s Teaching Guide. 86th Annual Volume. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Standing Before God

    Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 24, 2019
     | 5,996 views

    What determines our standing before God? The Pharisee, tax collector, and disciples give us an answer.

    Can there be anything more nerve wracking than being evaluated at work or school? When we are criticized or graded, we are vulnerable and exposed. We may wonder and think, “What will people say or think of me? Is what they are saying true or accurate? Do they truly see my talents and abilities, ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Salty People; Peaceful People

    Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 5, 2006
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     | 7,769 views

    Jesus told his disciples (and us) to have salt within us, and peace between us.

    John said to him, "Teacher, we saw someone casting out demons in your name, and we tried to stop him, because he was not following us." But Jesus said, "Do not stop him; for no one who does a deed of power in my name will be able soon afterward to speak evil of me. Whoever is not against us is ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Ash Wednesday Reflection 2014

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2014
    based on 3 ratings
     | 9,047 views

    The end does not justify the means. God is interested more in our motives tahn what we set out to achieve

    Ash Wednesday 2014TSL and WSMM 05-03-2014 Story: A Korean Pastor told me this story many years ago, when he came to Switzerland and spoke at a Christian meeting in Sandoz, a Swiss company for which I used to work. In the 4th century AD in Korea a man had two sons. The elder rose to become ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    Taste And See That The Lord Is Good (Complete)

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 11, 2017
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     | 28,308 views

    A call to worship; living the life; deliverance.

    1. O MAGNIFY THE LORD WITH ME. Psalm 34:1-8. David was ‘on the run’ from king Saul. Mistakenly thinking that he might find refuge with the Philistines, he only escaped from their clutches by feigning madness (1 Samuel 21:10-15). Then he hid in a cave. Knowing that David was in this place, his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    A Chilling Prophecy

    Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010
     | 2,617 views

    The details that Jesus gave to His disciples about His impending death were chillling. But the result was going to be fantastic.

    Passage: Matthew 20:17-19 Intro: Thins were going pretty well in the brand new kingdom of God on earth. 1. popular, enemies routinely overcome with wise words or powerful action. 2. after three years, Jesus and His disciples were on a pretty good roll. 3. and as they headed for Jerusalem ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free

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    Prove It!!

    Contributed by Chad Taylor on Apr 12, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,741 views

    Resurrection Sunday! Jesus is Alive!! Hallelujah! This sermon looks back at the resurrection and the responses of the disciples the first time Jesus appeared to them. Thomas was the one disciple that didn't see Jesus originally and doubted the others seen

    Introduction A tax accountant told our son about a guy who wanted to declare the loss of his Lincoln Navigator SUV on his tax return. The accountant told the man that insurance usually takes care of things like that and wondered what happened. Here is the story. In the winter some guys decided to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Sent On A Mission By Jesus

    Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Apr 17, 2011
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     | 14,376 views

    Just as Jesus had authority, told His disciples what would happen, and told them what to do, He has the same in our lives and has sent us on a mission to make disciples in this dying world.

    Matthew 21: The Triumphal Entry Parallel Passages: Mark 11:1-10 Luke 19:28-40 John 12:12-19 There are many stories unique to various Gospels, especially in John, but many are also shared between one or more Gospels. This was a very important event that took place the week of His ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Seven "I Am's" Of Jesus Christ

    Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 1, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 9,762 views

    There is a big difference in being a mere fan of Jesus and a disciple of Jesus. A disciple enjoys a closer walk and relationship with his Lord and Master. On the other hand, a fan has an impersonal relationship and is often unknown by the person he follow

    Intro: As you read the Gospel records, you will easily see the multitudes who followed Jesus. But are these real followers who personally knew Jesus? You see there is a big difference in being a mere fan of Jesus and a disciple of Jesus. A disciple enjoys a closer walk and relationship with his ...read more

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    Denomination: *other

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    A Tale Of Two Fish Stories

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 1, 2021
     | 2,832 views

    What do these two stories (Jonah and disciples called to be fisher of men) the have in common? The disciples were called to be fishers of people and Jonah got eaten by a fish. Both of these stories have elements of decision, opposition and courage.

    A TALE OF TWO FISH STORIES Text: Jonah 3:1- 5, 10 Mark 1:14 – 20 Jonah 3:1-10  The word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time, saying,  (2)  "Get up, go to Nineveh, that great city, and proclaim to it the message that I tell you."  (3)  So Jonah set out ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Lesson #21 [id4] Reminder Of The Promises Of God Series

    Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 22, 2020
     | 3,371 views

    There are many different responses to the Gospel. The point of Jesus’ parable in Matthew 13 was not to plant doubt in the hearts of the disciples. Rather, Jesus was showing His disciples how many ways the human heart can respond to the good news.

    2/18/20 Tom Lowe Lesson #21 [ID4] Reminder of the (Hebrews 6:9-20) Scripture: Hebrews 6:9-20 (NIV) 9Even though we speak like this, dear friends, we are convinced of better things in your case—the things that have to do with salvation. 10God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "Your Grief Will Turn To Joy!”

    Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 22, 2022
     | 3,751 views

    Like the disciples we must wait “a little while” to receive everything Jesus has promised us. And like the disciples there will be a time of grief while we wait. But Jesus promises that our grief will turn to joy.

    “In a little while you can go out and play.” “After a little while we’ll be going to the pool.” “After a little while I am going to be serving pie and ice cream.” “In a little while we’ll your mom and dad will be home.” “In a little while you can take a break.” “The doctor says that after a ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Clarence Eisberg avatar

    "Life In The New Community”

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 12, 2025
     | 647 views

    The Beatitudes are written to the "new Christian community" Both the economiclly poor disciples and rich Pharisees disciples must now "live rightly" in the same community of faith. Different emphasis than in Matthew.

    In Jesus Holy Name February 16, 2025 Luke 6:20,24 “Life in the New Community” If we are to understand these beatitudes in the Gospel of Luke there are some “first things first” we should know. 1) Luke is probably writing between 58 AD & 64 AD when the Apostle Paul is in prison in ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran